4JET
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2006
- HeadquartersAlsdorf, Germany
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
4JET firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- 4JET
- Legal name
- 4JET Holding GmbH
- Website
- https://4jet.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2006
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
4JET industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Laser Systems
- NAICS
- Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Surface Treatment & Finishing Equipment (Coating, Plating, Deburring, Shot Blasting) (IMAHADAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Sheet Metal Machinery (Laser/Plasma/Waterjet Cutting, Punching) (IMAHADAD)
Keywords
Where 4JET is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Alsdorf
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
4JET business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Industrial Laser Systems: Sale of laser processing machines and systems for glass cutting, cleaning, marking, and surface treatment applications. Systems are sold as capital equipment to manufacturing companies, with pricing based on configuration, automation level, and throughput requirements.
- Technical Service and Support: Global technical support services including remote software diagnostics, on-site service, maintenance, and employee training. Service contracts and spare parts revenue stream.
- Software - Core4 Platform: Proprietary software platform (Core4) that controls laser systems, scanners, image processing, and automation. May include licensing and updates as part of system packages.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | T-Mark tire marking system - custom industrial system pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
4JET product offering
Product offeringCore offering
4JET develops, manufactures, and sells industrial laser systems for precision surface treatment of delicate technical materials, including glass cutting, thin-film processing, wafer dicing, tire marking and cleaning, surface cleaning, and aerodynamic surface functionalization. Its portfolio includes the PEARL glass-processing systems, TOPAZ thin-film systems, DTX wafer dicing systems, tire-processing systems (T-Mark, LUC, TCS, STMCS, LASER-FIT), JETLASER cleaning systems, and the LEAF shark-skin patterning system, all powered by the proprietary Core4 software platform.
Product overview
4JET is a manufacturer of industrial laser systems and laser technology solutions. The product portfolio consists of multiple specialized laser system lines organized by application: PEARL series (PEARL 400S, PEARL 500X, PEARL 900S, PEARL 80G) for glass cutting and processing using Bessel Beam and nanoPerforation technologies; TOPAZ series (TOPAZ LD, TOPAZ 3D, TOPAZ Px) for thin-film processing and patterning; DTX 200 NX for wafer dicing; tire processing systems including LASER-FIT Line, LUC, STMCS, TCS, T-Mark, and T-Mark Compact; JETLASER and JETLASER Integration for surface cleaning; and LEAF-Shark Skin for surface functionalization. All systems are powered by Core4, the proprietary industrial-grade software platform that controls laser operations, scanner functions, AI-powered image processing, and automation with MES integration capabilities.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- PEARL 400S Modular laser system for high-end glass processing, designed for wafer and glass substrate processing using Bessel Beam technology.
- PEARL 500X All-in-one multi-process laser system for precision glass processing with integrated nanoPerforation and thermal separation capabilities.
- PEARL 900S High-power laser system for processing glass and other transparent, brittle materials, optimized for medium-sized substrates.
- PEARL 80G Precision laser system for processing large-format glass substrates with Bessel Beam technology.
- TOPAZ LD Laser system for edge deletion and area ablation of thin films, serving as the benchmark in laser coating removal.
- TOPAZ 3D Laser structuring system for curved glass processing, designed for automotive OEMs with 3D processing capability.
- TOPAZ Px Laser scribing system for PV modules, providing P1-P3 thin film structuring for photovoltaic applications.
- DTX 200 NX Precision scribe & break system for wafer dicing, utilizing StreetSmart breaking technology for clean separation of glass wafers up to 200mm diameter with cycle time of approximately 1.5 seconds per break.
- LASER-FIT Line Turnkey solution for direct foam-in-tire application using laser activation technology to create acoustic foam directly inside tires for Silent Tires.
- LUC (Laser Uniformity Correction) Laser uniformity correction system for tires that performs selective laser ablation of excess rubber at the tire bead seat to improve uniformity parameters at micrometer precision.
- STMCS Stationary laser tire mold cleaning system for contact-free mold cleaning with minimal emissions and reduced CO2 footprint.
- TCS Tire inner liner laser cleaning system with patented helix processes for high-speed, high-quality cleaning of release agents and contaminants.
- T-Mark Industrial standard laser tire marking system for permanent, machine-readable markings on tire sidewalls including DOT codes, logos, and 2D codes.
- JETLASER Manual and mobile laser cleaning system for surface treatment, removing rust, paint, coatings, and contaminants without chemicals or abrasives.
- JETLASER Integration Laser process head for cleaning, coating removal, and surface treatment systems, designed for integration into automated production lines.
- LEAF – Shark Skin Laser Enhanced Air Flow (LEAF) technology using laser interference to create microscopic riblet structures on surfaces for drag reduction, with applications in aviation, wind turbines, and shipping.
- Core4 Software Platform Scalable, industrial-grade software backbone that controls laser, scanner, image processing, and automation tasks across all 4JET systems. Features AI-powered image processing for quality control and MES integration for Smart Factory environments.
Quantifiable outcome
- Edge strength improved by more than 60% compared to conventional filament cutting
- +7 more outcomes
Companies that use 4JET
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
4JET technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
AI capability2 records
Feature10 records
4JET partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.
- HenkelcoreStrategic partnership with Henkel, the world leader in technical adhesives and PU foams for the automotive industry, to develop the LASER-FIT system for direct foam-in-tire production. Henkel provides Loctite® LASER-FIT α-methyl-PU foam specifically developed for silent tires, while 4JET provides the LASER-FIT laser line. The cooperation combines Henkel's expertise in foam chemistry and supply chain with 4JET's laser technology to offer the international tire industry consistent and reliable quality for Simply Silent Tires.
- Nikon CorporationstrategicComprehensive development cooperation between 4JET Group and Nikon Corporation. Nikon brings expertise in precision optics and laser systems, while 4JET contributes its surface functionalization technology including LEAF laser interference patterning. The partnership focuses on advancing laser-based surface treatment technologies for industrial applications.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
4JET competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Trumpf: German-based global leader in industrial laser systems and machine tools, with broad portfolio across cutting, welding, and marking. Comparable to 4JET as both serve industrial manufacturers with laser-based processing solutions, though Trumpf operates at vastly greater scale and across more verticals.
- IPG Photonics: Global leader in fiber laser technology and high-power industrial lasers. Comparable to 4JET as a major industrial laser technology provider, though IPG is primarily a laser source manufacturer rather than system integrator for application-specific solutions.
- Coherent: Global laser technology company serving industrial, semiconductor, and electronics markets. Comparable to 4JET as a broad incumbent in industrial laser systems, with overlapping applications in materials processing.
- GF Machining Solutions: Swiss-based provider of precision manufacturing solutions including laser texturing and EDM systems for industrial applications. Comparable to 4JET as a broader industrial precision manufacturing solutions provider, though serving a different primary customer base.
- Prima Power: Italian-based manufacturer of laser and sheet metal machinery for industrial fabrication. Comparable to 4JET in industrial laser-based material processing, though primarily focused on sheet metal cutting rather than glass and tire applications.
Direct peers
- LPKF Laser & Electronics: German specialist in laser-based solutions for electronics manufacturing, including glass and thin-film processing for display and semiconductor applications. Closely comparable to 4JET in its laser specialization and vertical focus on precision material processing.
- Manz AG: German-based provider of laser processing systems, automation, and quality inspection solutions for electronics, solar, and battery manufacturing. Comparable to 4JET as a similarly-sized German industrial laser system integrator serving overlapping verticals including thin-film and display.
- Jenoptik: German photonics and laser technology company offering systems for industrial laser material processing, including glass and semiconductor applications. Comparable to 4JET as a similarly-positioned German specialist with deep laser processing expertise across multiple verticals.
Regional players
- Han's Laser: China's largest industrial laser equipment manufacturer with broad product portfolio across cutting, marking, and welding applications. Comparable to 4JET as a direct competitor in industrial laser systems and was referenced in 4JET's history as a source of competitive pressure in solar cell processing.
Others
- SCANLAB: German manufacturer of galvanometer scanners and scan heads used as core components in industrial laser systems. Comparable to 4JET as a specialized supplier enabling laser material processing, and a potential upstream technology partner.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
4JET leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
4JET funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors2 records
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4JET M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about 4JET
What does 4JET do?
4JET develops, manufactures, and sells industrial laser systems for precision surface treatment of delicate technical materials, including glass cutting, thin-film processing, wafer dicing, tire marking and cleaning, surface cleaning, and aerodynamic surface functionalization. Its portfolio includes the PEARL glass-processing systems, TOPAZ thin-film systems, DTX wafer dicing systems, tire-processing systems (T-Mark, LUC, TCS, STMCS, LASER-FIT), JETLASER cleaning systems, and the LEAF shark-skin patterning system, all powered by the proprietary Core4 software platform.
Is 4JET a public or private company?
4JET is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was 4JET founded?
4JET was founded in 2006. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is 4JET based?
4JET is headquartered in Alsdorf, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does 4JET make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Industrial Laser Systems are the primary driver. The others are technical Service and Support and software - Core4 Platform.
Who are 4JET's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Trumpf, IPG Photonics, Coherent, GF Machining Solutions and Prima Power. Direct peers are LPKF Laser & Electronics, Manz AG and Jenoptik. Han's Laser is listed as a regional player. SCANLAB is listed as an others.
Does 4JET have an API?
No public API is recorded for 4JET.
What industry is 4JET in?
4JET's product category is Industrial Laser Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHADAJ, Surface Treatment & Finishing Equipment (Coating, Plating, Deburring, Shot Blasting), with a secondary code of IMAHADAD, Sheet Metal Machinery (Laser/Plasma/Waterjet Cutting, Punching). Its NAICS code is 333515 and its SIC code is 3559.