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At Elmo Rietschle, we don’t just build vacuum pumps and compressors—we create the systems that drive efficiency and innovation for industries worldwide.

As part of Ingersoll Rand, we combine over a century of German engineering excellence with a global commitment to sustainability and customer success.

A Century of Innovation

Elmo Rietschle was created from the merger of two pioneering German brands:

Elmo: Innovating liquid ring and side channel vacuum technology since 1903.

Rietschle: Advancing rotary vane and claw vacuum systems since the 1950s.

Together, we’ve built a legacy of precision engineering that delivers reliability, efficiency, and innovation to industries worldwide.

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Our German Manufacturing Hubs

Schopfheim

The production facility in Schopfheim, located in southwest Germany near the borders of France and Switzerland, is a hub for manufacturing a wide range of technologies, supported by a dedicated team that ensures customer demands are met.

Bad Neustadt

The state-of-the-art factory in Bad Neustadt, situated in the geographical center of Germany, specializes in the production of side channel blowers and liquid ring pumps, embodying precision and innovation.

Our Mission

We engineer world-class vacuum and pressure solutions that empower industries to operate more efficiently, sustainably, and reliably—backed by German innovation, global expertise, and a relentless focus on customer success. We are part of PFT Process Flow Technologies within Ingersoll Rand.

Innovating the Air Around You: Trusted Vacuum and Pressure Systems for Every Industry

With one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios, Elmo Rietschle delivers reliable, efficient solutions tailored to your needs:

Vacuum Pumps: Rotary vane, claw, screw, side channel, and more.
Compressors: Oil-free and oil-lubricated systems.
Custom Solutions: Engineered to meet your exact requirements.<
Global Service: Local support, worldwide.

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Solutions That Adapt to Every Sector

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Precision Vacuum and Blower Solutions for Sustainable Energy

Industry-leading vacuum and low-pressure systems tailored to the sustainable energy sector.

Vacuum & Low-Pressure Solutions for Plastics and Recycling

Vacuum pumps for plastics industry applications, including extruder degassing, vacuum calibration, and recycling processes.

Vacuum Packaging in Food Industry

Elmo Rietschle delivers advanced vacuum solutions engineered for compliance, hygiene, and reliable performance in food packaging environments.

Medical Vacuum Pump Systems and Low Pressure Solutions for Healthcare

Vacuum packaging in food industry made efficient with Elmo Rietschle’s hygienic, compliant pumps and industrial packaging machines

Vacuum & Low-Pressure Solutions for the Beverage Industry

Discover energy-efficient, water-saving beverage industry pumps and blowers. Elmo Rietschle supports hygiene, sustainability, and bottling efficiency.

Powering Progress with Precision: Fuel Cell Compressors and Blowers

Experts in vacuum and low pressure product development across the alternative fuel sector and specifically within fuel cell applications

Vacuum and Compression Solutions for the Chemical Industry

We offer advanced vacuum pumps and compressors tailored for diverse chemical applications such as coating, distillation, drying, and solvent recovery.

Precision Vacuum Solutions for the Textile Industry

Elmo Rietschle delivers tailored solutions for applications like knitting, carpet drying, fabric cutting, and yarn treatment, ensuring optimized workflows and superior product quality.

Precision Vacuum Solutions for Pneumatic Conveying

Innovative vacuum and air systems tailored for pneumatic conveying processes.

Printing and Paper Industry Vacuum and Compressor Solutions

Elmo Rietschle delivers high-performance vacuum pumps, blowers, and compressed air technologies for every stage of paper manufacturing and processing.

Precision Vacuum Solutions for Ceramics Manufacturing

Innovative vacuum systems tailored for ceramics production processes.

Precision Vacuum Solutions for Parts Cleaning

Innovative vacuum and air systems tailored for parts cleaning processes.

Carbon Capture Technology

Our solutions ensure precision airflow, reliable pressure control, and energy-efficient CO₂ handling.

Vacuum Pumps and Low-Pressure Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

Elmo Rietschle provides reliable vacuum & low-pressure systems for the food industry, such as screw vacuum pumps & oil-free technologies for food processing environments.

Innovation That Matters: Sustainable Engineering for a Smarter World

We don’t innovate for the sake of innovation—we solve real-world challenges to empower your business. Our R&D teams constantly push boundaries to develop technologies that:

Reduce energy consumption

Lower operational costs and environmental impact.

Extend equipment life cycles

Maximize reliability and minimize replacement costs.

Minimize downtime

Keep your operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Enable smart monitoring and Industry 4.0 integration

Stay ahead with advanced, connected solutions.

Sustainability at the Core. Engineering with Purpose: Reducing Impact, Maximizing Efficiency

At Elmo Rietschle, we believe performance and sustainability go hand in hand. Our energy-efficient technologies empower customers to reduce their carbon footprint while maximizing uptime and reliability. Together, we’re engineering a smarter, cleaner, and more efficient world.

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Global Reach, Local Support: Expertise You Can Count On

With a presence in over 30 countries and a robust network of service partners, Elmo Rietschle combines global expertise with local responsiveness. Wherever your business operates, you can count on us for tailored support, reliable solutions, and trusted partnerships.

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Why Choose Elmo Rietschle? Your Trusted Partner in Progress

Choosing Elmo Rietschle means investing in solutions that empower your business to succeed. Here’s why industries worldwide trust us:

German-engineered reliability

Built for precision and durability.

Energy-efficient, sustainable solutions

Reduce costs and environmental impact.

Global service and support

Wherever you are, we’re there for you.

Part of Ingersoll Rand

A global leader in industrial innovation.