Profile

The development of market-driven products made ROWAK AG became an important industrial partner for thermoplastics and derived products in the world. Since foundation in 1974 we continously develop innovative products for international markets such as Apparel, Hometextiles, technical Textiles, Shoe- and Leather applications, Automotive, Filtration, Hygiene and Cosmetics.

Beside our standard product range we offer custom-made product solutions that we develop in cooperation with our clients.

Experience your benefit to work with ROWAK. Get in contact with us for application oriented solutions and services. Our experienced employees support your inquiry and guide development period throughout final application and aftersales support.

Worldwide

ROWAK AG operates worldwide agencies and sales partners. They are able to serve regional needs and support locally.
Get in contact with us to set up initial contact to our regional sales partners.
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Milestones Timeline

1974

Foundation  - Launch of first thermoplastic adhesive powders

2000

Development of functional powder blends for technical coatings and laminations

2009

Production of thermoplastic ROWALIT® Polyurethanes in micro powder size

2010

Start of production of additional grinding capacity at our production site in Klettgau

2010

Market launch of ROWAFLEX® – Pastenadditives for water-based and powder-filled pastes / Rotary screen printing

2011

Extension of our Technical Center with a multifunctional Pilot-Coating Unit

2012

Development of thermoplastic adhesive powders based on ECO-Polymers (renewable basic materials)

2016

First ECO-Passport by Oekotex Certification

2022

Launch of Sustainable BIOPOW Product Series - Renewable and/or Biodegradable Adhesive Powders.

2023

Start-up of new photovoltaic system with capacity of 99 KWh, more capacity to follow soon.

Locations

Switzerland

Our headquarters located in Zurich is central to our companies management and commercial activities. Our Business Units Thermoplastic Adhesives and Additives are located in our Zurich office. A major part of our products are manufactured in our plant in Germany.

We are represented close to our international markets on many continents. Due to our regional sales agents we are able to provide local services for the benfit of our branched clients.
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Contact details Switzerland

Germany

At our location in Klettgau, our biggest manufacturing site, we also run our logistics and laboratory activities. Our technical center is dedicated to provide our clients application oriented possibilities to test our products with their own materials. Trials can be designed to individual requirements. Product developments or material tests are executed by our skilled professionals team.
Contact details Germany

Careers

Technical / Salesment

Unsolicited applications of specialized personnel in areas of plastics processing, coating industry or machinery for coating technologies are welcome.

Your application is kindly addressed to our swiss headquarters