DEUTER TIMELINE

Deuter Timeline

• In 1898 Hans Deuter converted the old Compressed Yeast Works in Augsburg, GM into a factory to manufacture sails, sacks and tarpaulins.
• 1900 Hans Deuter was commissioned to supply the Royal Bavarian Post Office with postage bags and mail sacks.
• In 1919 luggage and leather goods were added to the company's product range.
• 1934 "Tauern" rucksacks proved their worth on an expedition to the Himalayans. In 1953, Mountaineer Hermann Buhl became the first man to conquer Nanga Parbat (8,125m). Deuter provided the rucksacks, bags and tents.
• 1985 AIRCOMFORT mesh systems are tested and patented, and thereby begins a revolution in the daypack market. Hohenstein Laboratory tests prove the Aircomfort system reduces perspiration by up to 25%, lowers heart rate and skin temperature substantially over a normal closed back carrying system.
• 1990's have continued growth in international sales in the specialized rucksack division, tripling sales in the last ten years.
• 1990 Deuter introduces its most successful hiking series the Futura line. The Futura series sets the standards for ventilation in the technical day and hiking packs category.
• 1991 AIRSTRIPES system introduced together with the first rucksack to be specifically designed for mountain biking and specialty cycling. The AIRSTRIPES system is comprised of an air cushion when activated by movements of the body pumps fresh air through to keep the wearer's back cool and dry. Tests conducted by Gabriel L&T at the University of Erlangen prove that Aircomfort reduces heat build up by 5c and reduces perspiration by up to 15% as compared to standard backpacks.
• 1991 A full line up of child carriers and kids specific packs are introduced to the Deuter line up.
• 1995 Deuter receives the coveted TUV certification (Germany's consumer safety and testing authority) for their line of child carriers.
• 2001 Deuter establishes a new subsidiary in the United States; Deuter USA Inc.
• 2002 The multi-sport, multi-functional AC Lite series is introduced to the line.
• 2003 Deuter selects Source (Israel) reservoirs for use in their hydration and bike packs.
• 2003 The KangaKid is introduced, combining the first functional daypack with an integrated child carrier.
• 2004 Introduction of the ACT Lite series, a lighter weight fully featured technical pack.
• 2005 At the Winter Outdoor Retailer Show, Deuter introduced a new line of Snowsport packs, featuring a back protector shield, the first of its kind in the industry and certified and approved by the TUV.
• 2005 Deuter USA currently provides its packs to over 500 specialty retail stores in the USA, 285 outdoor stores and 225 independent bike dealers.
• 2005 A complete line of Women's Specific packs is unveiled. Deuter now has SL models in every category in the line.
• 2006 Deuter introduces a lightweight version of the Futura Line and Aircontact Line in the new Zero Series.
• 2006 The commitment to technology continues with the birth of the Dry Shield line, a robust water tight, seam welded pack line.
• September of 2006 Deuter is purchased by Schwan-Stabilo, a family owned German Company. Schwan-Stabilo has formed a new division, Outdoor-Business, in which Deuter will be the initial company.
• 2007 The innovative and award-winning KangaKid kid carrier is redesigned to accommodate the new KangaKid Sun Roof/Rain Cover.
• 2007 Our Alpine and Snowsports packs get some new family members: the Cruise 24, the S Lite 600, the redesigned E12 and E20, and the women's specific Freerider 22 SL and Guide 30+ SL.
• 2008 The newly redesigned Futuras and new Futura Pro series are introduced, addressing customer feedback for a better fit from our famous Aircomfort back system. The Futura Pros incorporate the new VariFlex pivoting hip belt for carrying comfort.
• 2008 New and updated Bike Bags and Rack Packs are introduced, including the completely waterproof Dry Shield Rack Pack panniers.