What Tana does

Tana Oy is a Finnish environmental technology company founded in 1971 and headquartered in Jyväskylä, Finland, that designs, manufactures, and services heavy-duty machines for the mechanical processing of solid waste. Its core product portfolio includes the TANA Shark and TANA Hammerhead single- and dual-rotor shredders, the H-Series landfill compactors, the TANA Raven X550T track-mounted disc screen, and the recently introduced Multi Waste Bucket attachments (MWB17, MWB23). These machines are differentiated by claims of highest torque in single-rotor shredders and at least 10% better compaction than competitors, supported by the proprietary TANA Control System (TCS) with pre-programmed operating modes and auto-reversing, plus patented modular screening table design.

Tana has built a digital layer around its hardware through TanaConnect®, a fleet management and data platform with an API that integrates with ERP, maintenance management, and production planning systems, and Tana Wingman, a digital operator assistance system launched in June 2026. The company monetizes through capital equipment sales, spare parts (Tana eSpares), machine rental in Finland (Tana Rental Oy), extended warranty (Built to Outlast), and rebuild/refurbishment services (Tana Second Life). Distribution is executed via a global network of 34 authorized distributors operating in 50+ countries, complemented by direct sales for key accounts and active participation in industry events such as IFAT, Ecomondo, and Global CemFuels. Tana is privately held following a 2024 growth investment from CapMan Growth, maintains ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications, and is preparing for CSRD sustainability reporting.

Name

Tana

Legal name

Tana Oy

Website

https://tana.fi

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tana Oy is a Finnish environmental technology company that manufactures heavy-duty shredders, landfill compactors, and disc screens for solid waste processing, supported by the TanaConnect® digital platform and distributed through 34 authorized partners in over 50 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waste Processing Equipment

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924), Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Waste Handling & Compaction Equipment (Balers, Compactors) (IMAHALAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Material Handling & Loading Services (Tipping, Compaction, Baling, Densification) (EUAIABAI), Bulking, Sorting & Pre-Processing Facilities (Screening, Shredding, Size Reduction) (EUAIABAJ), Special Waste Transfer (Tires, Mattresses, Appliances) (BPALABAG)

Keywords

• Waste shredders
• Landfill compactors
• Waste processing equipment
• Recycling machinery
• Material recovery

Headquarters

HQ city

Jyväskylä

HQ country

Finland

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Waste Processing Equipment Sales: Sale of TANA machines including shredders (TANA Shark, TANA Hammerhead), landfill compactors (H-series), and disc screens (TANA Raven X550T). Machines are sold through authorized distributors globally.
2. Spare Parts: Original TANA spare parts including rotors with various blade configurations (33-blade standard, up to 6 rotor options), service kits, and parts for legacy models. Sold through distributor network and Tana eSpares online system.
3. Equipment Rental: Tana Rental provides rental of TANA machines for various solid waste processing needs in Finland, including machine setup, maintenance and support services.
4. Service and After-Sales Support: Technical support, after-sales service, and lifetime support for machines. Authorized distributors provide technical support, spare parts, and other after-sales services throughout machine lifecycle.
5. Tana Second Life: Rebuild and refurbishment services for used TANA machines, giving end-of-life machines a new operational life, extending product lifecycle and supporting circular economy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tana designs, manufactures and sells heavy-duty machines for the mechanical processing of solid waste, including single- and twin-rotor shredders (TANA Shark, TANA Hammerhead), landfill compactors (H-Series), and disc screens (TANA Raven X550T). The equipment is supported by TanaConnect, a digital fleet management and data platform, plus spare parts, rental, rebuild and after-sales services delivered through a global authorized distributor network.

Product overview

Tana is a Finnish environmental technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of waste processing equipment and services under the TANA From Waste to Value® brand. The product lineup consists of two main categories: heavy-duty waste processing machines (TANA Shredders including Shark and Hammerhead models, TANA Landfill Compactors in the H-Series, and the TANA Raven X550T Disc Screen) and digital solutions (TanaConnect® platform with integrated TANA Control System and Tana Wingman). These are supported by a full suite of services including TANA eSpares for parts management, TANA Rental for machine leasing, TANA Second Life for rebuild services, and the Built to Outlast extended warranty program. TANA machines are sold in over 50 countries through 34 authorized distributors. The company was founded in 1971 and celebrated 55 years of operations in 2026.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TanaConnect®: Digital service portal and fleet management system that optimizes equipment management and business operations with real-time data.
• TANA Shark
• TANA Hammerhead
• TANA Raven X550T
• TANA Second Life
• TANA Control System (TCS)

Quantifiable outcome

• Compacts 10% better than competitors, extending landfill life by several years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature7 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Komptech GmbH: Austrian/German manufacturer of slow- and high-speed shredders, windrow turners, and screening equipment for waste, wood, and biomass — directly comparable to Tana's TANA Shark/Hammerhead shredders and Raven disc screen across the same waste-to-energy and recycling customer base.
• Doppstadt (Eggersmann Group): German manufacturer of shredders, trommel screens, star screens, and windrow turners for waste wood, MSW, and C&D applications — offering near-identical product categories to Tana and competing head-to-head in the European pre-treatment equipment market.
• UNTHA Shredding Technology: Austrian manufacturer of industrial shredders for wood, MSW, RDF/SRF, and hazardous waste — directly overlapping with TANA Shark/Hammerhead in solid waste pre-treatment applications across Europe and global export markets.
• Vecoplan AG: German manufacturer of single- and multi-rotor shredders, conveying and processing equipment for waste, biomass, and recycling — comparable to Tana across shredder form factors and end-customers.
• Hammel Recyclingtechnik: German maker of high-torque slow-speed shredders for scrap metal, MSW, C&D, and wood waste — a direct comp for TANA Shark on shredder torque performance and material versatility claims.
• ARJES (Eggersmann Group): German manufacturer of slow-speed industrial shredders (Impaktor) for bulky waste, metals, and C&D applications — overlapping with Tana's primary shredder lineup in waste pre-treatment.
• EDGE Innovate: Northern Irish manufacturer of mobile shredders, screens, and trommels for waste, organics, and aggregates — comparable to TANA Hammerhead and Raven X550T disc screens in mobile waste-processing applications.

Broad incumbents

• Metso Corporation: Large Finnish-listed industrial OEM for aggregates, mining, and recycling — sells stationary and mobile shredders/screening equipment alongside a much broader portfolio; relevant as a broad incumbent competing in waste pre-treatment rather than as a focused niche peer.
• Terex (Environmental/Ecotec): Multinational heavy equipment group whose Terex Ecotec and CBI product lines offer shredders, screens, and trommels for waste, recycling, and biomass — broader portfolio competitor to Tana's specialist focus.

Emerging players

• Maschinenfabrik Liezen und Gießerei (Forrec): Italian manufacturer of industrial shredders and grinding systems for MSW, C&D, and metals — emerging niche competitor with partial product overlap to Tana's shredder range, particularly in southern Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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