Pioneering spirit, innovation and courage - schülke turns 135 years (video)
11.04.2024
On the occasion of an anniversary, it is customary to look back - at successes, milestones and special moments. And there is no doubt that many of these can be found in the 135-year company history of schülke. But what is the essence of all these successes? In order to drive developments forward, to imagine something that did not exist before, one thing above all is important: courage.
With a pioneering spirit and a clear vision in mind, our founders established the company in 1889 at a time when knowledge about the importance of hygiene and disinfection and how to use them was not widespread. Something that Rudolf Schülke & Julius Mayr wanted to change, with the first branded disinfectant Lysol*. Driven by their vision to protect people from infections, the company developed further innovative new products in the years that followed. From Sagrotan*, the first disinfectant for private households, to octenisept®, a novelty on the market for mucous membrane antiseptics, to mikrozid® universal wipes green line, which are produced 100% plastic-free and climate-neutral, as well as many other product developments.
The pioneering spirit of our founders and their vision are still part of our corporate DNA today and are firmly anchored in our mission "We protect lives worldwide". We have always looked to the future, but today and in the coming weeks we would like to take you on a journey into our company's past.
* Schülke & Mayr has sold these brands to the company Reckitt Benckiser Holding GmbH & Co. KG. Today, the company Reckitt Benckiser Holding GmbH & Co. KG is the owner of these brands.
About schülke
Company profile
Experience from more than 130 years, the highest standards of our own services and clear values and convictions are united under one roof. They form a globally active company that is shaped and moved by our committed employees.
History
The history of schülke begins in Hamburg in 1889 with the founders Rudolf Schülke and Julius Mayr. Characterized by a pioneering spirit and a mission to protect life, schülke has developed from a specialist company for disinfectants into an internationally operating company with a highly specific product portfolio.
Responsibility
The responsibility of a company is as multifaceted as the people within its organization. At schülke, it has been the central nervous system of the entire organization for over 130 years.
schülke worldwide
Because schülke solutions are appreciated and used worldwide, the nearest schülke contact person is usually not far away. Our numerous subsidiaries and national sales partners are present on five continents - and are clearly listed here for you.
