What Beijer Electronics does

Beijer Electronics AB is a Swedish industrial automation company founded in 1981 and headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, with 501-1,000 employees. The company designs and manufactures human-machine interface (HMI) panels, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed I/O systems, frequency inverters, and industrial data communication equipment, organized around three primary verticals (marine, manufacturing, and rugged environments) and three secondary verticals (building automation, water/wastewater, and power/energy).

The product portfolio spans the X3 and X2 series HMI panels running the proprietary OS3 operating system and the iX HMI software, with the WebIQ web-based HMI/SCADA platform obtained through the April 2023 acquisition of SmartHMI. Control systems include BCS Tools, a CODESYS-based IEC 61131-3 development environment supporting FBD, LD, IL, ST, SFC, and CFC languages, alongside the Nexto modular PLC and Nexto Xpress compact controller. Industrial data communication comprises CloudVPN secure remote access gateways, JetNet industrial Ethernet switches, JetWave wireless products, and JetCon media converters. The portfolio is backed by an extensive certification footprint including DNV GL, ABS, BV, LR, CCS, KR, ATEX Zone 2/22, HazLOC Class 1 Div 2, IEC 62443-4-2, and IEC 61850-3, which is central to the company's access to marine, hazardous-location, energy, and industrial cybersecurity markets.

The business model combines hardware sales as the dominant revenue stream with software licensing structured as a freemium-to-subscription model for BCS Tools, professional services and technical support, and e-commerce distribution through the unified MyBeijerElectronics platform (which consolidates SmartStore and eBusiness). The company reaches customers via direct enterprise sales in Sweden, a global distributor network including partnerships with MIKASA and OICE Automation in APAC, and a regional sales office in Salt Lake City, USA. Pricing is largely quote-based for hardware and enterprise software, with public list pricing not disclosed. Notable customers referenced include DESMI, Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, Hyundai Heavy Industries, Skanska, Yara Marine Technologies, and government utilities Simrishamn and Västvatten.

Name

Beijer Electronics

Legal name

Beijer Electronics AB

Website

https://beijerelectronics.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Beijer Electronics is a Swedish industrial automation company that designs and manufactures HMI panels, PLCs, distributed I/O, frequency inverters, and industrial networking equipment. Founded in 1981, it serves marine, manufacturing, and rugged-environment customers globally through direct sales, distributors, and e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation and Control Systems

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Embedded & HMI Electronics Manufacturing (Industrial PCs, HMIs, Panel PCs) (IMAGAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH), Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Motor Drive & Motion Control Electronics Manufacturing Services (VFDs, servo drives, controllers) (IMAGAGAJ), Industrial IoT/Edge Electronics Manufacturing (Gateways, Edge Controllers) (IMAGAGAC)

Keywords

• Industrial automation solutions
• Human machine interfaces
• PLC control systems
• Industrial data communication
• Distributed IO systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Malmö

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of industrial HMI panels (X2, X3 series), distributed IO systems, frequency inverters (BFI series), and industrial connectivity equipment including Ethernet switches, media converters, and wireless gateways.
2. Software Licenses: BCS Tools available in Lite (free), Basic, Professional, and Advanced tiers. iX HMI software with 30-day free trial. WebIQ bundled with X3 web panels. Smart engineering resources available through SmartStore.
3. Technical Support Services: Technical support for PLC/HMI (+46 40 35 86 09) and drive systems (+46 40 35 86 08), including commissioning, maintenance, and customer assistance.
4. E-commerce Platform: SmartStore and MyBeijerElectronics platforms for direct software, licenses, and product purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Beijer Electronics designs, manufactures, and sells industrial automation hardware and software, including HMI panels (X2 and X3 series), CODESYS-based control and PLC programming software (BCS Tools), iX and WebIQ HMI development software, distributed I/O systems, frequency inverters, and industrial data communication equipment (Ethernet switches, wireless gateways, media converters, CloudVPN remote access). Solutions target marine, manufacturing, and rugged-environment industrial operators.

Product overview

Beijer Electronics offers an integrated portfolio of industrial automation hardware and software solutions organized around three core areas: Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Automation & Control Systems, and Industrial Data Communication. The HMI portfolio includes the X3 series (current generation with OS3 operating system) and X2 series, supported by iX HMI software and WebIQ web-based HMI platform. Control systems encompass BCS Tools (CODESYS-based IEC 61131-3 programming), distributed IO modules (G series for industrial, M series for demanding environments, Nexto Jet for marine applications), and modular/Xpress PLCs. Industrial data communication includes CloudVPN gateways for remote access, JetNet industrial Ethernet switches, JetWave wireless products, and JetCon media converters. The company operates across three industry segments: Marine, Manufacturing, and Rugged Environments, with products designed for sustainability and extreme condition reliability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SmartHMI: Dedicated website for WebIQ web-based HMI and SCADA software, now part of Beijer Electronics.

Products and services

• X3 series HMIs Current-generation HMI panel series available in pro, marine, extreme, and web variants, supporting iX and WebIQ software and the OS3 operating system. Designed for industrial, marine, and rugged-environment use with IEC 62443-4-2 cybersecurity compliance.
• X2 series HMIs Previous-generation HMI panels available in base, pro, marine, and extreme variants for industrial automation applications.
• iX HMI software HMI design and development software for creating operator interfaces, supporting C# scripting, NuGet packages, drivers for multiple PLC brands, and configuration of alarms, trends, recipes, and data logging. iX3 is exclusive to X3 HMIs.
• WebIQ 100% web-based HMI platform enabling intuitive, responsive HMI design through drag-and-drop widgets, built on HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. Runs on X3 web HMIs, PCs, tablets, and smartphones.
• BCS Tools
• G series distributed IO Distributed IO modules for industrial applications supporting Modbus TCP/RTU, EtherCAT, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, CC-Link, CANopen, and BACnet protocols, expandable up to 63 slices per node with 1ms scan time.
• M series distributed IO High-end distributed IO for demanding applications with extreme temperature range (-25C to +60C), vibration resistance, marine and hazardous location certifications, hot swap, and redundancy for mission-critical applications.
• Nexto Jet IO Compact DNV-certified distributed IO with hot swap support, one-touch diagnostics, and easy plug system for machine builder applications and oil and gas, water treatment, marine, and building automation.
• Nexto modular PLC Modular PLC system supporting applications up to 2048 I/O, with WebVisu, marine certifications, one-touch diagnostics, and redundant CPUs with hot swap capability.
• Nexto Xpress controller Compact PLC controller for applications up to 64 IO with built-in analog/RTD, WebVisu, and support for CANopen, IEC60870-5-104, OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, and SQL server integration.
• BFI frequency inverters Industrial frequency inverters in 0.1-250kW range with IP20, IP55, and IP66 enclosure classes, including BFI E3 (general purpose), BFI H3 (HVAC), and BFI P2 (high performance) series.
• CloudVPN gateway Secure remote access gateway with wired Ethernet, WiFi, and LTE connectivity options enabling cyber-secure remote access to industrial equipment with redundant connection capability.
• JetNet industrial Ethernet switches Rugged industrial Ethernet switches with advanced network management and durability in extreme conditions, supporting IEC 61850 for energy applications.
• JetWave wireless products Industrial wireless switches and gateways with advanced encryption for secure, flexible connectivity, including LoRa gateways with up to 40km transmission range.
• JetCon media converters Industrial media converters supporting fiber, Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 to fiber conversion with extended transmission distance, including single-mode and multi-mode fiber options.
• LinkIQ gateway software Gateway software product enabling connectivity across major PLC brands, providing smart and secure machine connectivity.
• EcoSmartVent Plug-and-play control solution for engine room ventilation in marine applications, designed for data-driven, efficient ventilation.
• Smart Automation Server Industry 4.0 SaaS platform using conventional web technologies for administration and commanding of controllers, running in public cloud infrastructure.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80% energy savings on pumps
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• OICE AutomationregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 March 2026Collaboration on 2026 APAC Partner Day Thailand held at Summit Windmill Golf Suite Hotel in Bangkok. Joint effort to strengthen regional partnership and market presence in Asia-Pacific.
• MIKASAregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 10 February 2026Distributor agreement signed for regional distribution of Beijer Electronics products.
• DESMI Pumping TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDanish company DESMI selected Beijer Electronics rugged iX T15BR panel for OptiSave energy saving system in Yamal LNG icebreakers. Technical staff cooperation between companies proved extremely valuable for the project.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Red Lion Controls: Specialist in HMI panels, protocol converters, and industrial networking — directly comparable to Beijer's iX/HMI and JetNet/JetCon product lines in industrial connectivity and operator-interface use cases.
• Advantech: Industrial panel PCs, HMIs (WebOP/TPC series), and CODESYS-based controllers directly compete with Beijer's X3 extreme panels and Nexto controllers in factory-automation and rugged-environment installations.
• Rockwell Automation: Allen-Bradley/FactoryTalk HMI and ControlLogix PLC platform is a direct competitor to Beijer's iX/WebIQ HMI software and Nexto PLC family, targeting overlapping discrete-manufacturing customers.
• Mitsubishi Electric: GOT Series HMIs and MELSEC PLCs compete directly with Beijer's X3/X2 HMIs and Nexto controllers, particularly in factory-automation and machine-builder accounts in Asia and Europe.
• HMS Networks: Industrial communication and edge-connectivity player (Anybus, Ewon, Red Lion after acquisition) overlapping with Beijer's CloudVPN gateways, JetNet switches, and LinkIQ connectivity software.
• Omron: NS-series HMIs and CP1/NX/NJ PLCs serve the same machine-builder and small-footprint automation customer as Beijer, with comparable IEC 61131-3 programming environments.

Broad incumbents

• Phoenix Contact: PLCnext controllers and industrial HMIs compete with Beijer's Nexto/BCS Tools stack and overlap in distributed IO and industrial networking — a broad incumbent serving many of the same verticals.
• Siemens: Global industrial-automation incumbent with the SIMATIC HMI/PLC portfolio directly competing against Beijer's X3 series and Nexto controllers across manufacturing, marine-adjacent, and process-industry customers.
• Schneider Electric: EcoStruxure/Magelis HMI and Modicon PLC lines overlap closely with Beijer's automation stack, with similar vertical pushes into water, marine, and building automation segments.
• ABB: ABB's HMI offerings (Panel 800) and AC500 PLC platform compete against Beijer in industrial automation, with strong overlap in marine, process, and panel-builder channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/BeijerElectronics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/beijer-electronics

Compliance21 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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