Our story began in 1899, in the town of Herzebrock, Germany, when engineer Carl Miele and businessman Reinhard Zinkann launched their first cream separators and butter machines. Since then, their journey continues to inspire Miele’s remarkable legacy. Their guiding principle of “Immer Besser” meaning “Forever Better” has not only endured the test of time but still thrives within the very core of our family-run business. It keeps motivating us to make better, smarter solutions so the homes and businesses they serve become more sustainable, from one generation to the next.