Rudolf Riester turns 75!
As Rudolf Riester GmbH celebrates its 75th company anniversary this year, it is a time to reflect on the remarkable journey of Riester and the significant milestones it has achieved over the years.
1948 – Riester was founded by Rudolf Riester
From its humble beginnings in 1948 when Rudolf Riester founded the company in Jungingen, Germany, to the development of the first mercury blood pressure device and receiving the first export order from Egypt in 1949, Riester has come a long way in establishing itself as a leader in the medical device industry.
Rudolf Riester, the founder of the company.
The Riester facility in 1948.
The first Riester mercury blood pressure device.
1954 – New manufacturing building
The new manufacturing building was dedicated in 1954.
1950-1960 – Extension of the product range
Throughout the decades, Riester continued to innovate and expand its product range, introducing stethoscopes, aneroid blood pressure devices, ENT, and ophthalmic diagnostic instruments. The company's commitment to research and development led to the development of the first digital blood pressure meter in 1964, setting a new standard in medical diagnostics.
The first Riester devices for ENT and Ophthalmology.
The first Riester aneroid blood pressure devices.
The first digital blood pressure meter developed by Riester in 1964.
1960-1980 – Expansions of the production facility
With expansions of the production facility in the 1960s and 1980s, Riester's manufacturing capabilities grew to meet the increasing demand for its high-quality products.
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1987 – Awarded for its international trade relations
The company's dedication to international trade relations was recognized in 1987 when it received an award for international trade relations assigned by the trade magazine “Comercio International”.
2000-2008 – Significant investments in R&D
In 2007, Riester was acquired by Halma, marking a new chapter in its history. Significant investments in research and development between 2000 and 2008 paved the way for the modernization of operations and the introduction of new products.
Riester today
Today, Riester stands as an international company with a diverse team of around 170 employees from all over the world, providing cutting-edge medical devices and telemedicine solutions to over 150 countries worldwide. By now, Riester provides not only diagnostic medical devices, but also telemedicine solutions.
As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we look forward to the continued success and innovation that Riester will bring to the healthcare industry in the years to come. Cheers to 75 years of excellence and dedication to improving healthcare worldwide.
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