History

What makes us and our products special

We have been developing aesthetic and practical household appliances for improving the indoor climate and well-being for more than 25 years. We are passionate about our work on innovations for the home. We focus on improving air quality, equipping living and office spaces with appealing and efficient devices. Our products are among the best in terms of form, function and operation and make stylish companions for our customers.

Insights from Martin Stadler

Find out why Martin Stadler founded the company and the challenges he faced along the way. He also tells how the various Stadler Form products came about.

Milestones for Stadler Form

1998

Foundation

The company was founded by Martin Stadler in September 1998 in Zug following his search for a humidifier. Much to his disappointment, he was unable to find a device that met his aesthetic and technical requirements. So he decided to develop one himself.

1999

It’s full steam ahead with Fred

Humidifier Fred was launched by Martin Stadler in autumn 1999 and was a great success. His extraordinary design created by Matti Walker still attracts a lot of attention today. Fred soon gained the admiration of lots of customers in Switzerland and Western Europe.

2008

Oskar: the economist of the
Stadler Form family

Oskar was developed in 2008 and is distinguished by his low power consumption and elegant design. The cube-shaped evaporator created a new success story. Thanks to his timeless design, intuitive operation and quiet, energy-saving operation, the humidifier quickly became a firm favourite of the public – and still is today.

2011

Oskar the Kassensturz champion

Oskar’s success story is ongoing: in 2011, Stadler Form celebrated the humidifier’s victory in the Kassensturz test. Oskar was tested on both his operation and technical and hygiene-related aspects. The evaporator that is extremely popular with customers impressed across the board.

2013

No less than 3 Red Dot Design Awards

Stadler Form entered the renowned «red dot» design competition for the first time in 2013 and won no less than 3 awards. Albert the dehumidifier, Anna the fan heater and Oskar big the air humidifier were awarded the red dot design award for high quality of design.

2015

Paul heats quietly and continuously

In 2015, Stadler Form launched an innovative new product on the market: fan heater Paul with adaptive heat output. Thanks to Adaptive Heat^TM technology, Paul heats quietly and energy-efficiently. With its automatically adapted heat output, it reaches the desired heat level quickly and can maintain it in an energy-efficient manner. Unlike most fan heaters, Paul is also suitable for the bathroom thanks to its IP21 certification.

2016

Eva humidifies with her external sensor

Humidifier lady Eva with her external sensor is a real innovation. Because humidity is measured in the room rather than directly round the device, measurements are extremely precise. This enables targeted humidification right where we are rather than just around the device. The Remote Sensor^TM is an external sensor and remote control in one.

2017

Selina little is the smallest member of a big family

The continuous expansion of its range makes the Stadler Form brand increasingly attractive, year on year. 2017 saw the launch of the smallest Stadler Form product to date: Selina little – the mini hygrometer. She always knows whether it is too dry, too humid, hot or cold. When the humidity is at an optimal level, she gives you a smile.

2018

Otto shines in new design

Fan Otto was given a facelift in 2018, just in time for his 13th birthday. The result: a seamless bamboo frame and a perfectly formed rotary control on the back. Otto combines characteristic design and carefully chosen materials. His bamboo frame is sustainable and his adjustable industrial fan gives him a timeless look with his industrial style.

2018

Global presence

From the USA to Poland and Japan to the United Emirates: Stadler Form products for improving air quality can be found all over the world. Since 2018 – just in time for the company’s 20th anniversary – Stadler Form has been able to boast about its international collaboration with more than 50 countries.

2019

Innovation first

In 2019, the Stadler Form team achieved true innovation with humidifier lady Emma: all Emma’s individual parts can be stowed away in her water bottle. This exceptional packaging was created by designer duo Bernhard|Burkard and registered for a patent in Switzerland, Germany and China. At the Iconic Awards 2020: Innovative Interior, Emma was recognised on account of her remarkable product design.

2020

3 German Design Awards

No fewer than 3 Stadler Form products were winners of a German Design Award in 2020. Tower fan Peter and table fan Tim by designer duo Bernhard|Burkard came out winners in the «Excellent Product Design – Household» category. Air purifier Roger – designed by Matti Walker – was given a «special mention» in the same category.

2021

Redesign for air purifier Roger and new Roger air purifier family

In 2021, Stadler Form improved the Roger family and added a big brother, Roger big, to Roger and Roger little. The three air purifiers convince with their washable textile pre-filters and their performance. And with Roger and Roger big, the first WiFi-compatible Stadler Form products were born – complete function control via app.

2021

The magic of an open fire with Ben: a housemate who fragrances, humidifies and illuminates

With Ben, Stadler Form put a new type of 3-in-1 device onto the market in 2021: Ben serves as a humidifier and aroma diffuser at the same time, while his illuminated effect fire bathes the rooms in a wonderfully warm light. All-rounder Ben ensures pure cosiness in a fireplace atmosphere.

2021

Unique fragrance globe system

With the launch of the aroma diffuser Lina, Nina, and Tina in 2021, Stadler Form is once again proving its ingenuity. 6 differently scented globes can be inserted into the devices and exchanged easily – depending on the aroma preference. The fragrance globes, consisting of richly fragranced, bonded pearls, release a fresh scent – without any water or essential oil.

2022

3D fan Simon impresses across the board

The launch of fan Simon in 2022 was a complete success. Simon's simple design with textile cover won him the Good Design Award Japan 2022. The 3D pedestal fan can fill the whole room with a gentle breeze or strong wind. Simon has an impressive range of intelligent features including a wide range and 10 different speed settings. Simon combines function and aesthetics perfectly.

2022

New members of the humidifier family: Karl and Karl big

The arrival of Karl and Karl big in 2022 brought a new generation of efficient humidifier to the market. The two humidifiers are quiet and powerful. Karl and Karl big are distinguished by their high humidification output, elegant design, simple operation and low power consumption. The energy-saving devices can be conveniently operated by means of an app on your smartphone. Constant monitoring of the current level of humidity ensures an optimal indoor climate throughout the house.

2023

25th anniversary of the company

Stadler Form celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023. As part of the anniversary, a special edition of the three aroma diffusers Mia, Jasmine and Lucy was launched. In the spirit of consistency, the limited edition wears the colour gold. 25 years of healthy indoor air should be celebrated in style: Stadler Form employees are celebrating the success together on the Brienzer Rothorn and Stadler Form customers can win exclusive Gold Edition sets with Mia, Jasmine and Lucy

2023

Innovative products and outstanding awards

The year 2023 is a complete success for Stadler Form products. The humidifiers Karl and Karl big win the red dot Design Award: Best of the Best. This is the highest honour in the prestigious red dot award for product design. And aroma diffuser and lantern Sophie wins the German Design Award Gold. The renowned GDA honours innovative design developments worldwide. In addition to Sophie and Sophie little, other innovative products such as the bamboo aroma diffuser Nora, the fan heaters Sam and Sam little and the convenient fragrance pins are launched on the market.

2024

Finn mobile and the German Design Award

Finn mobile, an innovative fan that can be used indoors and outdoors, is being launched in 2024. Thanks to his removable rod, the fan can be used in a variety of ways – as a floor, table or pedestal fan. With his rechargeable battery, Finn mobile runs for approx. 7 hours and his swing function ensures even refreshment. In his launch year, Finn mobile is already honoured with the German Design Award. The renowned GDA awards innovative design developments worldwide.

2024

Alex – the 2 in 1 heater and fan

Following intensive development and optimisation, a versatile 2-in-1 device by the name of Alex is launched in 2024. Alex is a heater and fan in one. He provides cosy warmth in winter and pleasant refreshment on warm days. The heater and fan was developed, tested and optimised in collaboration with the Competence Center Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Methods at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, enabling Stadler Form to launch a remarkably quiet and efficient device. Thanks to targeted adjustments such as the stabilisation of the fan blades and the use of a spiral grille, Alex now offers, among other things, a powerful airflow at a minimal noise level. With Alex, a device is launched on the market in 2024 that guarantees a pleasant and comfortable indoor climate all year round.