Dahle North America: Premium Shredders, Trimmers & Sharpeners

Since 1930, Dahle has been a leading manufacturer of premium office equipment, known for its quality, innovation, and performance.

Trusted Brand

• Founded in Germany in 1930, Dahle has a long history of exceeding customer expectations.

• Recognized worldwide, the Dahle name is synonymous with quality and cutting-edge technology.

• German-engineered products meet the most rigorous performance standards.

Wide Range of Products

• Paper & Digital Media Shredders: Keep your confidential information secure with our high-security shredders.

• Paper Trimmers & Cutters: Precise and safe cutting for personal, professional, and industrial use.

• Pencil Sharpeners: Durable sharpeners for all types of pencils.

• Self-Healing Cutting Mats: Long-lasting mats for protecting your work surfaces.

Commitment to Customer Satisfaction

• Dahle offers exceptional customer service through chat, email, and phone support.

• All products are guaranteed to deliver the highest level of performance.

Dahle: A History of Sharpening Innovation

From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader

The Dahle story starts in 1930 with a vision: sharper blades. Wilhelm Dahle began by crafting high-quality steel sharpening blades for renowned pencil companies like Faber, Lyra, and Staedtler. Recognizing a need, Dahle launched its first branded pencil sharpener, the Dahle 99, in 1947, marking the birth of the innovative company we know today.

A Legacy of Quality and Safety

Dahle's commitment to quality extends beyond blades. Their innovative spirit led to the development of unique paper trimmers and shredders that continue to be industry leaders in both function and safety. The 1960 introduction of the first Guillotine Paper Trimmer with a revolutionary rotating safety guard (still used today) exemplifies this dedication.

Key Milestones in Sharpening History

• 1930: Dahle is founded by Wilhelm Dahle in Coburg, Germany, and begins production of pencil sharpener blades.

• 1947: The Dahle 99, the company's first branded pencil sharpener, is introduced.

• 1960: Dahle revolutionizes paper cutting safety with the first Guillotine Paper Trimmer featuring a rotating safety guard.

• 1974: The first line of Rotary Paper Trimmers is launched.

• 1978: Dahle North America is established, marking the company's first venture outside of Germany.

• 1980s: Dahle expands its product line with the introduction of the Cut Cat (evolving into the popular 507/508 Personal Rotary Trimmers) and the first lines of Commercial and Personal Paper Shredders.

• 2002: The Erwin Müller Group acquires Dahle, forming Dahle Bürotechnik GmbH.

• 2010s: Dahle continues to innovate with the introduction of the SafeTEC® line of shredders with voice-activated emergency shut-off, the CleanTEC® featuring an industry-first fine dust filter, and a complete line of Oil-Free Paper Shredders.

• 2012: Dahle merges with Novus to form Novus Dahle GmbH & Co. under the Erwin Müller Group.

• 2015: Dahle introduces a complete line of Oil-Free Paper Shredders.

• 2019: Dahle launches the ShredMATIC® line of auto-feed shredders (a concept first developed in 2001) and Dahle North America introduces the PowerTEC line of industrial media shredders.

• 2020: Dahle introduces the new Professional Series Rotary Trimmers.

Sharpen Your Expectations with Dahle

For over 90 years, Dahle has been synonymous with quality, safety, and innovation in sharpening tools, paper trimmers, and shredders. From humble beginnings to industry leadership, Dahle continues to develop products that meet the evolving needs of its customers.