HAIX is a well-known manufacturer of high-quality, functional footwear, primarily for professionals in demanding fields such as firefighting, law enforcement, military, forestry, and rescue services. Founded in 1948 in Mainburg, Bavaria, by Xaver Haimerl, the company has grown significantly from its roots as a local shoemaker to a global leader in specialized footwear.
The company’s success is built on its commitment to high standards of quality, functionality, and design. HAIX produces its footwear exclusively in Europe, maintaining stringent quality control and leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Germany and Croatia. This ensures that each pair meets the rigorous demands of their users, from fire departments in New York City to special forces in Europe.
HAIX also focuses on continuous innovation, holding numerous patents and frequently introducing new products that set benchmarks in the industry. Their product range includes boots designed for extreme heat, chemical protection, and other hazards faced by professionals in high-risk jobs
Simon Ash, UK Sales Manager at HAIX represented the company at The Health and Safety Event 2024. Simon presented the company’s commitment to inclusive PPE with the women’s fit range that has proportions designed to comfortably fit women. Offering the same weather and wear resistant characteristics as the male counterparts, the new range remedies an industry challenge by bringing comfortability and utility to women professionals that would previously have to wear unsuitable footwear.
Find out more about HAIX here
