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About Joh. Sieben GmbH

Since 1875, Joh. Sieben has been crafting high-quality plastic packaging in Heinsberg, Germany. From custom bottle and jar design to precision blow moulding, our in-house production delivers sustainable, reliable, and innovative solutions – proudly Made in Germany, shipped worldwide. We are happy to tell you more about our strengths:

Why Joh. Sieben?

We’ve been proudly making our packaging in Heinsberg, Germany since 1875 – and we’ve kept it all in-house ever since. Running a full three-shift system, we deliver top-quality plastic packaging – 100% Made in Germany with care, precision, and a touch of tradition.

A few of our technical highlights:


 

  • Family-owned plastic packaging manufacturer;
  • Over 35 high-performance production machines;
  • Custom bottle and jar manufacturing for diverse industries;
  • Wide product range: plastic packaging from 15 ml to 2000 ml;
  • Multiple materials available: HDPE, LDPE, PP, PVC, and PET.

Made in Germany. Trusted Worldwide.

Our plastic packaging proudly wears the Made in Germany label – and it doesn’t just stay close to home. From our site in Heinsberg, we ship our products far and wide, not just to neighbouring countries like the Netherlands, France, or Belgium, but all across the globe.

Whether it’s bottles to Portugal or jars to Mexico, our packaging is designed to travel well – securely, reliably, and always in top-notch quality. So wherever your business is based, you can count on German-made plastic packaging delivered with care.

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In-house Packaging Design

Need a product that’s tailor-made just for you and your business? No problem – at Joh. Sieben, we’re here to help bring your idea to life, from the first sketch right through to full-on production.

We’ve got the tools and the know-how to guide you every step of the way:

  • CAD design;
  • 3D mock-ups;
  • Animations & renderings;
  • Trusted partners for mould construction.
Let’s create together!

Continuous Quality Control

At Joh. Sieben, our production is certified to DIN ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 50001:2011, giving you the reassurance that our standards are not only high, but consistently upheld. Regular audits – both independent and by our customers – give us the chance to keep reviewing and fine-tuning our manufacturing processes.

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At Joh. Sieben, we started in 1875 with wicker baskets as packaging for glass – and when plastics came onto the scene, we were there from the very beginning. We’ve grown alongside every major development in plastic packaging, building the expertise that drives our work today. With in-house design, modern production, and everything proudly Made in Germany, we turn your ideas into high-quality packaging that’s ready for the world.

Our Journey Through Innovation

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1875 – Founding

Back in 1875, Johann Sieben laid the foundations of our company with a simple yet brilliant idea: crafting sturdy wicker baskets to protect delicate glass bottles and vials. Long before plastics came onto the scene, we were already solving packaging challenges with care, craft, and a keen eye for what customers needed. A true pioneer of his time, Johann didn’t just build baskets – he built the start of something lasting. From those humble, hand-woven beginnings, the Sieben story began to unfold.

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1958 – First Steps into Plastics

As the world shifted toward modern materials, so did we. In 1958, we embraced the future by producing our first plastic baskets and technical components using injection moulding. It was a bold step into the world of modern plastic packaging production, and one that laid the groundwork for decades of innovation to come. Traditional craftsmanship met cutting-edge technology – and we never looked back.

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1963 – Embracing Blow Moulding

In 1963, we took another leap forward by embracing Extrusion Blow Moulding (EBM) technology – a true game-changer in the world of plastic packaging. This clever technique opened the door to producing high-quality hollow plastic bottles and containers, efficiently and at scale. It marked the beginning of our long-standing expertise in blow moulding production – and we’ve been perfecting it ever since.

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1975 – A New Home in Heinsberg

By 1975, business was booming, and it was time to spread our wings. We moved into our newly expanded production and office facilities in Heinsberg, Germany – a site that still proudly houses all our Made in Germany plastic packaging production today. It wasn’t just a change of address – it was the beginning of a new chapter in efficiency, growth, and long-term vision.

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1987 – Space to Grow

In 1987, growing demand called for growing space. We expanded our production halls, warehouse, and office facilities to keep up with the increasing need for custom plastic bottles and jars across industries like cosmetics, household goods, and more. With more room came more capability – and even better service for our customers.

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1999 – Single-stage Injection Stretch Blow Moulding (ISBM) Joins the Line-Up

In 1999, we welcomed Single-stage Injection Stretch Blow Moulding (ISBM) to our production lineup – unlocking the ability to create high-clarity PET bottles with impressive precision, strength, and barrier properties. Perfect for premium plastic packaging in sectors like cosmetics and personal care, this technology added a whole new layer of sophistication to what we could offer.

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2007 – New Functional Features

In 2007, we added a clever twist to our offering with the introduction of co-extrusion technology and practical viewing stripes. These features didn’t just elevate the design and aesthetics of our plastic packaging – they also made products more user-friendly, letting consumers see exactly what’s inside. Smart, stylish, and seriously useful.

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Since 2010 – A Shift to Sustainability

Since 2010, we've been phasing in all-electric plastic production machines as part of our long-term commitment to sustainable packaging manufacturing. This smart upgrade reduces energy consumption, improves production consistency, and cuts down on waste – all key steps in our mission to create eco-friendly plastic packaging without compromising on quality.

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2013 – Smarter Storage Solutions

In 2013, we wrapped up construction on our modern, FIFO-compliant warehouse, designed to keep things moving like clockwork. By streamlining our logistics and material flow, we’ve ensured faster, more accurate deliveries of our plastic packaging – not just across Germany or Europe, but to customers around the globe.

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2018 – Precision Quality Control

In 2018, we took quality control up a notch by installing cutting-edge equipment featuring optical sensors and touch probes. This high-tech kit helps us catch any imperfections early, ensuring every single plastic bottle and container that leaves our factory meets Joh. Sieben’s famously exacting standards for precision and durability.

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2019 / 2020 – Scaling Up Production

Between 2019 and 2020, we expanded our production floor with three new all-electric extrusion blow moulding machines and a state-of-the-art ISBM unit. This green-tech upgrade not only ramped up our ability to craft premium plastic bottles and containers but also reinforced our commitment to energy-efficient, sustainable manufacturing — delivering quality you can trust, at scale.

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