perma
perma-tec (brand: perma) is a German manufacturer of automatic single-point and multi-point lubrication systems for industrial machinery, serving automotive, mining, wastewater, wind, and general manufacturing customers across Europe with connected hardware, proprietary lubricants, and professional services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1960
- HeadquartersEuerdorf, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
perma firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- perma
- Legal name
- perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG
- Website
- https://perma-tec.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1960
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- perma-tec (brand: perma) is a German manufacturer of automatic single-point and multi-point lubrication systems for industrial machinery, serving automotive, mining, wastewater, wind, and general manufacturing customers across Europe with connected hardware, proprietary lubricants, and professional services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
perma industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Lubrication Systems
- NAICS
- Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Filtration, Condition Monitoring & Fluid Management (Filters, Breathers, Oil Analysis, Cooling) (IMAHAGAL)
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Where perma is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Euerdorf
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
perma business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Lubrication Systems Sales: Sale of automatic lubrication systems including single-point systems (STAR VARIO, ULTRA, NOVA, FLEX, FUTURA, CLASSIC) and multi-point systems (PRO LINE, PRO MP-6, ECOSY, PRO C LINE)
- Accessories & Lubricants: Sale of complementary accessories (brackets, installation kits, oil retaining valves, reducers, hoses) and perma-branded lubricants
- Technical Services: Installation, commissioning, inspection, and technical support services for lubrication systems; perma ACADEMY training programs
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels8 records
perma product offering
Product offeringCore offering
perma designs, manufactures, and sells automatic lubrication systems (single-point lubricators such as STAR VARIO, ULTRA, NOVA, FLEX, FUTURA, CLASSIC and multi-point lubricators such as PRO LINE, PRO MP-6, ECOSY, PRO C LINE) for industrial machines with rotating and wear-prone components. The portfolio is complemented by perma-branded lubricants, mounting accessories and installation kits, the perma SELECT APP for system sizing, the perma CONNECT digital platform for remote monitoring, and perma ACADEMY/eACADEMY training together with installation, commissioning and maintenance services.
Product overview
perma is a global leader in automatic lubrication solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of single-point and multi-point lubrication systems along with digital platforms and professional services. The single-point lubrication family includes 11 products spanning from basic mechanical systems (perma CLASSIC, FUTURA) to advanced connected solutions with wireless technology (STAR VARIO LONG RANGE with LoRa, STAR VARIO BLUETOOTH with Bluetooth). The multi-point lubrication portfolio features 5 systems (PRO LINE, PRO MP-6, ECOSY, PRO C LINE, PRO C MP-6) designed for centralized lubrication of multiple bearing points. The product ecosystem is complemented by digital tools including the perma SELECT APP for lubrication system selection, perma CONNECT for remote monitoring of connected systems, and perma ACADEMY/eACADEMY for technical training. Professional services cover the full lifecycle from survey and installation through commissioning and ongoing maintenance support.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- perma SELECT APP: Mobile application for selecting and calculating lubrication solutions
- perma CONNECT
- perma ACADEMY
- perma eACADEMY
- perma STAR VARIO
- perma FLEX
- perma PRO LINE
- perma ECOSY
- perma ULTRA
- perma NOVA
- perma CLASSIC
- perma Lubricants
Products and services
- perma STAR VARIO LONG RANGE Single-point automatic lubrication system with pressure build-up of 7.5 bar, LCD display with push button, and LoRa long-range wireless technology for remote monitoring and configuration, sold to industrial customers.
- perma STAR VARIO BLUETOOTH Single-point automatic lubrication system with integrated Bluetooth functionality for wireless connectivity and remote access to lubrication system data, sold to industrial customers.
- perma STAR CONTROL Single-point automatic lubrication system with an electronic control unit for programmable discharge periods and system monitoring, sold to industrial customers.
- perma STAR VARIO Single-point automatic lubrication system with an LED indicator (red/green) visible all round for visual status monitoring, sold to industrial customers.
- perma ULTRA High-pressure single-point lubrication system with pressure build-up up to 50 bar and LCD display with backlighting, sold to industrial customers for demanding lubrication applications.
- perma NOVA Single-point lubrication system with electronic control unit, operating from -20 °C to +60 °C and carrying ex-proof certification, sold to industrial customers in hazardous environments.
- perma FLEX Single-point lubrication system with all-in-one design featuring a rotary switch for discharge period setting, operating from -20 °C to +60 °C with ex-proof and FM certifications, sold to industrial customers.
- perma FLEX PLUS Enhanced single-point lubrication system with a boost function and a drive mechanism using mercury-free gas generating cells for extended service intervals, sold to industrial customers.
- perma FUTURA Single-point lubrication system with simple activator-screw activation, transparent plastic housing with integrated support flange, ex-proof certification, and mining approval, sold to industrial customers.
- perma FUTURA PLUS Single-point lubrication system with simple activation through an integrated activator and transparent plastic housing with an integrated support flange, sold to industrial customers.
- perma CLASSIC Single-point automatic lubrication system with a durable metal housing for reliable long-term lubrication of machine components, sold to industrial customers.
- perma PRO LINE Multi-point automatic lubrication system designed to supply lubricant to multiple lubrication points from a single reservoir, sold to industrial customers operating complex machinery.
- perma PRO MP-6 Multi-point lubrication system capable of servicing up to 6 lubrication points, sold to industrial customers for centralized lubrication of industrial equipment.
- perma ECOSY Economical multi-point lubrication system for automated lubricant delivery to multiple bearing points in production machinery, sold to industrial customers.
- perma PRO C LINE Continuous multi-point lubrication system for automated supply to multiple lubrication points in continuous-operation industrial applications, sold to industrial customers.
- perma PRO C MP-6 Continuous multi-point lubrication system serving up to 6 lubrication points from a single lubrication reservoir, sold to industrial customers.
- perma Lubricants Range of perma-branded greases and oils specifically formulated for use with perma automatic lubrication systems, sold in cartridges, pails, bottles, and canisters to industrial customers.
- INSTALLATION KITs Installation accessories including beam-clamp mounts and cage-hanger mounts with various hose lengths (1–5 m) for mounting lubrication systems at lubrication points, sold alongside perma lubricators.
- perma CONNECT Digital platform enabling networked lubrication management with remote monitoring, configuration, and management of connected perma lubrication systems via Bluetooth and other wireless technologies, sold to industrial customers.
- perma SELECT APP Mobile application for selecting the appropriate perma lubrication system and calculating lubrication requirements for specific applications, supporting iOS 6+ and Android 2.0+ and offline calculations.
- perma ACADEMY / eACADEMY Training and education platform offering eACADEMY online training (eBASIC) and in-person technical training for automatic lubrication, covering product selection, installation, and maintenance best practices for engineers and technicians.
- perma Services Professional service offerings covering survey, installation, instruction, commissioning, inspection, change-out, lubrication and maintenance planning, and technical support for perma automatic lubrication systems.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 75% of roller bearing failures can be prevented with proper lubrication
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use perma
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
perma technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
perma partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Companyminorperma maintains a corporate LinkedIn page (linkedin.com/company/3852066) for professional networking and B2B marketing presence. Data processing occurs with LinkedIn as joint controllers under GDPR Article 26.
- New Work SE (Xing)minorperma maintains a presence on the German professional networking platform Xing (xing.com/companies/perma-tecgmbh%26co.kg) for B2B networking in German-speaking markets.
- Facebook Ireland Limited (Instagram)minorperma maintains an Instagram presence (@perma_schmiersysteme) for visual brand content. Facebook Ireland Limited acts as joint controller for Instagram Insights data under GDPR Article 26.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights3 records
perma competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- SKF (incl. Lincoln Industrial & Vogel): Global bearings and rotating-equipment leader that also owns Lincoln Industrial and Vogel, direct manufacturers of automatic single-point and multi-point lubrication systems. Same end customers (industrial maintenance buyers) and overlapping lubrication product category, but SKF competes from a much larger bearings + services portfolio.
- Graco Inc. US-listed manufacturer of fluid handling equipment including automatic lubrication systems, grease guns, and dispense valves for industrial and automotive maintenance. Larger scale, broader product portfolio, but directly overlapping lubrication-systems product lines.
- Schaeffler Group (incl. INA / FAG): Global automotive and industrial supplier with a broad bearing portfolio that increasingly bundles condition monitoring and automatic lubrication solutions. Competes with perma in industrial maintenance end markets and offers overlapping capabilities within a much larger platform.
- Timken Company: Engineered bearings and power transmission specialist serving heavy industrial, mining, and wind markets where perma also sells lubrication systems. Larger and broader, but competes for the same industrial maintenance budget.
- CASTROL (BP plc): Global lubricants brand supplying industrial greases and oils that compete with perma's proprietary lubricants line. Adjacent/overlapping consumables category rather than systems, but pulls on the same industrial lubrication wallet.
Direct peers
- Bijur Delimon International: Specialist manufacturer of automatic single-point and multi-point lubrication systems competing head-to-head with perma in industrial maintenance, mining, and heavy-equipment markets. Most direct comparable in terms of product architecture and target customer.
- DropsA: Manufacturer of centralized automatic lubrication systems (single-point and multi-point) for industrial machinery, machine tools, and heavy equipment. Closely comparable product portfolio and customer base to perma's PRO LINE and STAR VARIO families.
- Alemite (by SKF): Heritage US brand for lubrication equipment and automatic grease-lubrication systems, now under SKF. Directly competes with perma's STAR VARIO and PRO LINE systems in industrial plant maintenance.
Regional players
- Klüber Lubrication (Freudenberg): German specialty lubricant manufacturer owned by Freudenberg, supplying premium greases and oils often used in automatic lubrication systems. Complementary/consumable overlap with perma Lubricants and serves the same German Mittelstand industrial customers.
Emerging players
- Permawick / MEMOLUB: European specialist in single-point automatic lubrication systems, smaller and more focused than perma but operating in the same niche with directly comparable single-point lubricator products. Closely overlapping product category and target customer.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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perma leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
perma funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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perma M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about perma
What does perma do?
perma designs, manufactures, and sells automatic lubrication systems (single-point lubricators such as STAR VARIO, ULTRA, NOVA, FLEX, FUTURA, CLASSIC and multi-point lubricators such as PRO LINE, PRO MP-6, ECOSY, PRO C LINE) for industrial machines with rotating and wear-prone components. The portfolio is complemented by perma-branded lubricants, mounting accessories and installation kits, the perma SELECT APP for system sizing, the perma CONNECT digital platform for remote monitoring, and perma ACADEMY/eACADEMY training together with installation, commissioning and maintenance services.
Is perma a public or private company?
perma is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was perma founded?
perma was founded in 1960. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is perma based?
perma is headquartered in Euerdorf, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does perma make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Lubrication Systems Sales are the primary driver. The others are accessories & Lubricants and technical Services.
Who are perma's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are SKF (incl. Lincoln Industrial & Vogel), Graco Inc., Schaeffler Group (incl. INA / FAG), Timken Company and CASTROL (BP plc). Direct peers are Bijur Delimon International, DropsA and Alemite (by SKF). Klüber Lubrication (Freudenberg) is listed as a regional player. Permawick / MEMOLUB is listed as an emerging player.
Does perma have an API?
No public API is recorded for perma.
What industry is perma in?
perma's product category is Industrial Lubrication Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAKAHAI, Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses), with a secondary code of IMAHAGAL, Filtration, Condition Monitoring & Fluid Management (Filters, Breathers, Oil Analysis, Cooling). Its NAICS code is 333995 and its SIC code is 3559.