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About Us

Witzel Vacupress

For more than 40 years, Witzel VACUPRESS e.K. is standing for innovation and quality in vacuum and heat technology, especially in orthopedic shoe technology and orthopedic technology. Our journey began in 1978 with the vision of making vacuum technology accessible to small and medium-sized businesses. Today, we are proud to be a globally recognized partner for specialist dealers and customers on all continents.
Our product range includes a wide spectrum of vacuum forming machines and infrared ovens, which are continuously developed to meet the increasing demands of our customers. With the introduction of the PO Pre-Preg Oven series, we have set new standards in pre-preg processing. With these or, for example, the infrared ovens of the ..03 series, we offer solutions that optimize efficiency and precision in your workshop.
As a second-generation family business, we place special emphasis on direct exchange with our customers. Your satisfaction and trust are our drive to continue developing practice-oriented and reliable solutions in the future.
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Mitarbeiter von Witzel Vacupress geht an einem Firmenfahrzeug vorbei

Our History

1970

In-house construction of the first vacuum deep-drawing device for the family's orthopedic shoe workshop
Handskizze des ersten selbstgebauten Vakuum-Tiefziehgeräts von 1970

1978

Founding of Peter Witzel VACUPRESS Apparatebau
Schwarz-Weiß-Aufnahme von Peter Witzel 1978 neben dem Apparatebau Vacupress

1985

Rebranding to Witzel Orthopädie GmbH. The VACUPRESS Apparatebau remains a department of the new company.
Altes Firmenlogo zur Umfirmierung in Witzel Orthopädie GmbH mit VACUPRESS als Abteilung

1987

With son Hendrik Witzel, the next generation joins the company.
Hendrik Witzel am Computerarbeitsplatz im Jahr 1987 beim Einstieg ins Familienunternehmen

1990

Introduction of the VACUPRESS 620 SII with patented UNILOCK quick-clamping system
VACUPRESS 620 SII UNILOCK – Tiefziehgerät mit patentiertem Schnellspann-System aus dem Jahr 1990

1998

Peter Witzel VACUPRESS is spun off from Witzel Orthopädie GmbH and becomes independent.
Altes Logo der Witzel Vacupress GmbH

2004

Hendrik Witzel takes over full management of the operational business. The product portfolio is expanded beyond vacuum deep-drawing technology. The first infrared oven series for orthopedic technology "Made in Germany" is introduced.
Erste Generation der Infrarotofen-Serie von Witzel Vacupress

2006

Introduction of the next generation of vacuum deep-drawing devices VACUPRESS 620 S3 and VACUPRESS 900 XR with new COOL-TEC cooling system.
VACUPRESS 620 SIII UNILOCK mit integriertem COOL-TEC Kühlsystem, eingeführt 2006

2010

The new infrared oven series ..01 is introduced.
Infrarotofen-Serie aus dem Jahr 2010 von Witzel Vacupress

2012

Peter Witzel retires and hands over the company completely to Hendrik Witzel. Peter Witzel VACUPRESS Apparatebau becomes Witzel VACUPRESS e.K., owner Hendrik Witzel
Peter Witzel im Ruhestand – Portraitaufnahme zum AbschiedHendrik Witzel lacht in einem sympathischen Portraitfoto

2013

The new PO1200 and PO1800 Pre-Preg Ovens are introduced.
Neue Generation Pre-Preg-Öfen von Witzel Vacupress in moderner Darstellung

2014

With the ..02 series, the third generation of infrared ovens is introduced. Infrared ovens have meanwhile become the state of the art and are increasingly replacing conventional ovens and heating plates.
Darstellung der dritten Generation Infrarotöfen von Witzel Vacupress

2020

Introduction of the infrared oven series ..03. The fourth generation offers a modernized user interface, improved maintenance functions, and direct access to maintenance and operating instructions.
Infrarotofen der vierten Generation von Witzel Vacupress – Modell auf gezeichneter Werkbank

2025

Relaunch of the website with extended product information.
Neues Logo der Witzel Vacupress GmbH
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About Me – Hendrik Witzel

VACUPRESS has been a part of my life since childhood – founded by my father, grown with our passion for quality and innovation. Today, I continue to lead the company in its second generation, with the ambition to combine tradition and progress. Like my father before me, my own training as a CPO allows me to have a practical view of our products and developments.
For me, VACUPRESS stands not just for technology, but for trust. Our machines make everyday life easier for craftsmen and technicians worldwide – and that's exactly what drives me. I look forward to continuing this journey with you!
Geschäftsführer Hendrik Witzel in der Werkstatt von Witzel Vacupress
Witzel Vacupress Stand auf der Expolife Messe 2025

Next trade fair: EXPOLIFE

March 20 - 22, 2025 in Kassel

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Witzel Vacupress Stand auf der OST-Messe in Köln 2025

Next Trade Fair: OST-Messe Cologne

24. - October 25, 2025

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