On the floor and on the wall.
Emphasise sustainably.
Emphasise sustainably.
We are constantly pushing the supposed limits of what is feasible and creating extraordinary architectural products made of clay in a resource-saving way that sustainably emphasise façades and floors, both indoors and outdoors.expressive clinker brick slips for thermally insulated façades, frost and application-resistant outdoor ceramics for balconies and terraces as well as contemporary lifestyle tiles for energy-efficient living. Ströher delivers ceramic and clinker performance that impresses in the long term. Not only in terms of design and visual impact, but also in terms of energy efficiency. For a sustainable facade and surface design.
Fascination made of clay. Made in Germany.
We combine our traditional manufacturing expertise with state-of-the-art clinker ceramic engineering and innovative surface technologies. This results in natural products fired in shape and format from a wide variety of compositions of over 50 quality clays, which we cut from a moist, mouldable clay column and sinter in a high-temperature firing process. It goes without saying that we use resources sparingly, sustainably and energy-efficiently. We rely on natural ingredients and reactions, which we use with flair and experience to develop unusual surfaces and fascinating natural colour spectra. For a high-quality and sustainable natural product.
Resource-saving and energy-efficient production
As an energy-intensive production company, we take responsibility for climate protection and the energy transition in Germany. We have therefore committed ourselves to ecologically compatible and sustainable production in our plants. Our tiles and clinker brick slips are manufactured exclusively in modern and efficient production facilities. High energy efficiency, the use of state-of-the-art exhaust gas purification systems for reduced emissions and the resource-conserving use of natural raw materials obtained close to production are integral components of our active environmental and production management.
Production residues that arise during the manufacturing process of our ceramics, such as firing and drying residues, glaze residues or water, are fully processed and returned to the production cycle as secondary raw materials. Waste heat from the firing process is used to dry the ceramics in the upstream production process. Throughout the company, we rely 100% on green electricity from alternative and renewable energy sources. A large proportion of this is generated by our own photovoltaic systems. Our active energy management is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 50001. Energy efficiency is therefore an integral part of investment decisions for the Ströher Group and a central evaluation and decision-making criterion in the procurement of raw materials, products, services or machinery and equipment. Since 2011, we have certified the sustainability of our products with the IBU seal of the Institut Bauen und Umwelt, an independent eco-label that stands for the highest possible neutrality and credibility. Our declared aim is to enable and promote sustainable construction. For the sustainable use of our resources. And for maximum energy efficiency in the manufacture of our products.
WE REALISE
The General Managers
Patrick Schneider
General Manager Sales, Marketing & Product ManagementPatrick Schneider, born in 1968, has been Managing Director of the various companies Ströher and Gepadi since 2009 and is responsible for all sales, domestic and export, as well as marketing and product management within the Ströher Group across all brands. The state-certified business economist and trained industrial clerk has more than 30 years of expertise in the tile and building materials industry. Previously, the passionate sales professional held responsible positions as Managing Director at Deutsche Steinzeug and Jasba. Since October 2023, Patrick Schneider has been Chairman of the German Ceramic Tile Association with a high degree of personal integrity and passion.
Dirk Hümmer
Technical & commercial General ManagerDirk Hümmer, born in 1964, has been managing the production branch of the Ströher Group as Technical and Commercial Director since 1 January 2020. Dirk Hümmer has many years of experience in the international ceramics industry. After studying engineering, specialising in ceramics, he began his professional career as a plant manager at Röben Tonbaustoffe GmbH. After several years as plant manager and technical manager at various companies in the German and Swiss brick industry, he moved to Wienerberger AG in 2012. Here he was employed as Head of Production and Operations as well as a member of the management in various subsidiaries of the Group. Most recently, Dirk Hümmer was Managing Director of Pipelife GmbH, a subsidiary of Wienerberger AG.