Raynet GmbH is a innovative service and solution provider in information technology and specialized in the architecture, implementation and operation of all tasks within Enterprise Application Lifecycle Management. Raynet’s headquarters is in Paderborn, Germany and has additional locations in the USA, Poland and the UK.
Ecoroll is a supplier of tools and machines for the mechanical surface finishing of metallic workpieces. The product portfolio includes mostly individually designed tools and machines for roller burnishing (roller burnishing), deep rolling, and cylinder tube processing. In close cooperation with customers from various industries, solutions are created that guarantee high-quality component surfaces, an increase in component service life, and a more efficient production process.
Sill Optics GmbH & Co. KG is a mid-sized manufacturer based in Wendelstein, Germany, specializing in the production of optical components. Founded in 1894, the company provides a diverse range of products, including focusing lenses, standard ƒ-theta scan lenses, telecentric lenses, profile projection lenses, and laser lenses. Sill Optics serves various industries, such as aerospace, medical technology, and automotive, offering custom-specific solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of clients. Their focus on precision and efficiency enables the delivery of specialized optical products for applications in digital cameras, machine vision, illumination, and optical measurement.
xSuite Group GmbH develops document and workflow management software. The company's software solutions provide compliant, workflow-supported invoice, purchase and sales order processing, management of digital folders and contracts, digital mailroom processing, and archiving services. Its solutions include xFlow Mailroom 365, xFlow Archive, xFlow Personnel File for SAP, xFlow Customer File for SAP, xFlow Vendor File for SAP, xFlow Contracts ECM, xFlow Orders for SAP, xFlow Procurement for SAP, xFlow Order Confirmation, xFlow Procurement ECM, xFlow Invoice for SAP, xFlow Invoice ECM, and xFlow Invoice 365. The company was formerly known as WMD Group GmbH and changed its name to xSuite Group GmbH in November 2019. xSuite Group GmbH was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Ahrensburg, Germany.
Sauter Federn GmbH designs and manufactures spring products. Sauter Federn has specialized in technical springs. As a solution-oriented supplier, Sauter Federn is a strategic partner of market leaders in all sectors for the development and production of customized springs and assemblies.
WEETECH GmbH develops, manufactures, and sells test systems for cables, back planes, electronic parts, and components. The company offers cable testers, wiring testers, functional testers, backplane testers, low voltage testers, and high voltage test systems. Its products are used in automotive, railway and transportation, aerospace and avionics, and mechanical engineering applications. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Wertheim, Germany.
Deurowood Produktions GmbH, founded in 2003 and based in Hard, Austria, is a global manufacturer of innovative additives for the paper impregnation industry. The company specializes in producing additives and hardeners that are essential in the creation of decorative furniture surfaces and laminate flooring. All products are manufactured in Vorarlberg and exported worldwide. Deurowood has established a strong presence in relevant markets, attributed to its commitment to innovation and customer service.
Private Equity Round in 2015
Human Solutions Group (HSG) is a software solution provider addressing product development applications in the fashion and automotive industry.
The core competencies of HSG include anthropometry (measurement of the human body), ergonomics, body scanning, and 3D human simulation. For the fashion industry, the company enables digital clothing line development and facilitates significant cost reduction and faster time-to-market. For the automotive industry, HSG offers software optimization tools for vehicle cockpits via a 3D human model for testing the reachability of control elements and crash behavior.
BrandMaker GmbH specializes in designing and developing marketing resource management (MRM) and customer engagement software solutions tailored for various industries. The company's offerings encompass project and workflow management, digital asset management, brand management, content marketing, local area marketing, customer engagement, and performance management. Key products include Marketing Planer, Job Manager, Review Manager, Reporting Center, Media Pool, and Sales Enablement Workbench, among others. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, BrandMaker was previously known as pi-consult GmbH until its rebranding in 2009. The company is recognized as a leader in MRM by industry analysts and serves over 300 prominent clients, including Bayer and Daimler, who rely on its solutions to enhance marketing planning and execution across diverse markets in Europe.
RADEMACHER is a manufacturer of proprietary radio-based home automation systems.
With RADEMACHER products, shutters, blinds, awnings, lights, and other electrical devices can be operated from anywhere in the world via the internet using a smartphone or tablet computer. In addition to its HomePilot home automation systems, the company's product range includes innovative belt winders, tubular motors, control mechanisms, actuators, and garage door openers. RADEMACHER products meet its customers' needs thanks to their excellent design and high level of functionality. They are also quick and easy to install.
Utimaco, based in Aachen, Germany, is a prominent global provider of cybersecurity solutions, specializing in hardware-based security appliances and compliance software. Established in 1983, the company has developed a strong reputation for its Hardware Security Modules and compliance solutions that cater to telecommunication regulations, including lawful interception and data retention. As a leader in its field, Utimaco serves a diverse clientele that includes telecommunications providers, government entities, and corporations worldwide. The company emphasizes protecting data, identities, and critical infrastructures from cyber threats through its advanced cybersecurity offerings, which include on-premises security modules, key management services, and data intelligence solutions. With a commitment to high security, recognized product quality, user-friendly software, and excellent support, Utimaco is dedicated to fostering trust and reliability in its technology, all backed by numerous certified IT security standards.
Private Equity Round in 2012
The Creative Club is a leading digital company in Europe's Do-It-Yourself (DIY) market, operating prominent creative platforms such as stoffe.de and makerist.de. The company serves customers across eleven European countries and exports its products to over 50 nations worldwide. It offers a comprehensive selection of more than 30,000 physical DIY items, including fabrics for clothing, decoration, and furniture, as well as a vast library of over 70,000 digital patterns and e-books. Additionally, The Creative Club provides a variety of sewing accessories like zippers, buttons, and yarns, along with specialist magazines, fostering an inspiring environment for creativity. With a workforce of approximately 337 employees hailing from 35 different countries, the company has its main offices located in Hamburg and Berlin.
fabfab GmbH is a prominent e-commerce company based in Schenefeld, Germany, specializing in textile fabrics and sewing accessories. Founded in 2003, it operates the online retail platform stoffe.de, which features an extensive selection of over 15,000 fabrics alongside a wide array of sewing accessories, including patterns, zippers, buttons, and yarns. Additionally, fabfab provides specialized services such as sewing assistance and access to a textile dictionary that offers valuable background information and technical terms related to the industry. The company has established itself as a leading e-tailer in Europe, catering to the diverse needs of fabric enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Decontam GmbH specializes in contamination control and provides a range of laundry services tailored to various industries. The company focuses on the professional decontamination of apparel, particularly cleanroom garments, serving sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical, and electronics. Based in Germany, Decontam aims to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in environments where contamination control is critical.
deconta GmbH specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of equipment designed for asbestos decontamination. The company offers a comprehensive range of products including extractors, locks, room systems, water treatment solutions, measuring instruments, vacuum cleaners, dust catchers, protective gear, and consumables, as well as dust protection and air sampling equipment. deconta also provides specialized solutions tailored to meet unique customer needs, such as material locks with basins, roller conveyors, and lamellar curtains. In addition to sales, the company rents out various equipment and offers repair and maintenance services. Founded in 1990 and based in Isselburg, Germany, deconta operates as a subsidiary of Schauenburg Service GmbH, reinforcing its commitment to reliable and innovative solutions for asbestos removal operations.
Norafin Industries (Germany) GmbH is a manufacturer specializing in engineered fabrics, technical nonwovens, and composites for various industrial markets. Founded in 1980 and based in Mildenau, Germany, the company produces spunlaced and needlepunched nonwoven roll goods, catering to sectors such as filtration, protective clothing, medical, automotive, and construction. Norafin is recognized for its innovative approach, being a pioneer in spun lace production in Europe, and it also operates a needlepunch production line. Its products are designed for applications that include protective barriers, fire blockers, ballistics, sound absorption, and filtration solutions, offering customers durable, environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional materials.
CLARUS Films is a leading manufacturer, finisher, and wholesaler of highly transparent plastic films. The company offers a broad product spectrum targeted at different applications, mainly in the area of food packaging. CLARUS excels in flexibly addressing its customers' requirements at short notice, including small production runs.
WENDT is an international provider of soundproofing as well as technical and high-temperature insulation technologies. The company serves the power generation sector, the chemical industry, and manufacturers of turbines and motor vehicles. WENDT's solutions lead to a reduction in sound emissions and greater energy efficiency.
INVENT develops, produces, and implements innovative components, systems, and processes worldwide for the treatment of water and wastewater, with a focus on applications in the municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment sectors. The product portfolio comprises innovative stirring, mixing, and aeration technology, intelligent system solutions, and engineering & consulting services.
PINOVA acquired the stake of an existing shareholder in August 2010 and is supporting further growth of the company.
Hemoteq AG designs and manufactures customized coatings for medical devices. Its products include systems and coatings with controlled drug delivery, including drug eluting stent coatings, drug eluting coated balloon, and customized drug delivery coatings; and drug coatings for balloon catheters, elastomeric coatings, and lubricous coatings. The company also provides various services that include process and prototype development, contract manufacturing, and individualized business models. It serves medical device manufacturers globally. Hemoteq AG was founded in 1999 and is based in Würselen, Germany. As of August 17, 2015, Hemoteq AG operates as a subsidiary of Freudenberg Medical, LLC.