De Dietrich Process Systems
De Dietrich Process Systems is a 340-year-old, family-owned French industrial group that designs and manufactures process equipment, glass-lined reactors, centrifuges, filter/dryers, and turnkey systems for pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and green chemistry manufacturers across 25 global sites.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersNiederbronn, France
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What De Dietrich Process Systems does
De Dietrich Process Systems, headquartered in Schiltigheim, France, is a 100% family-owned industrial group with 340 years of operating history that designs and manufactures process equipment, engineered systems, and turnkey solutions for pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and green chemistry manufacturers. The company operates 25 global sites, including 12 production centers, 12 engineering and sales offices, 10 assembly centers, and 4 tech labs in Germany, Spain, the United States, and France, with approximately 1,300-1,400 employees and is led by CEO Jacques Moulin and Chairman Marc-Antoine de Dietrich. Its primary customer base consists of API manufacturers, CDMOs, fine and specialty chemical producers, and food ingredient processors, with pharmaceuticals and chemicals as the two principal segments.
The product portfolio spans solid-liquid separation (agitated nutsche filter/dryers, inverting filter, peeler, and top discharge centrifuges; pan, spherical, conical, vacuum paddle, and glass-lined dryers), thermal separation (rotary, falling film, thin film, short path, and force circulation evaporators), reaction and agitation (glass-lined, borosilicate glass, stainless steel, and universal reactors with proprietary Optimix and Glaslock agitation systems), extraction (supercritical fluid extractors and chromatography), and powder handling and containment. Core technologies include the proprietary DD3009 enamel coating applied at the Zinswiller, France facility, Durapack structured borosilicate glass packing, Multiprobe sampling systems, and continuous flow chemistry skids such as Cryoflowskid and Chempocket. The company has positioned newer offerings around AI-driven continuous manufacturing through partnerships with Alysophil and the PIPAc consortium.
De Dietrich operates an enterprise field sales model with regional sales managers and project-based, quote-driven pricing for capital equipment, supplemented by an aftermarket services stack (spare parts, field service, refurbishment, training, trials, and rentals) and channel partnerships, including an exclusive enamel supply agreement with Sachin Industries for the Indian market. Revenue is recognized primarily on hardware sales and project-based systems integration, with growth driven by a record 2025 result, geographic expansion into India, and partnerships extending the company's reach into AI-driven continuous manufacturing (PIPAc), supercritical CO2 extraction (SFE Process), and microalgae-based green chemistry (NeoCarbons/France PBR consortium).
De Dietrich Process Systems firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- De Dietrich Process Systems
- Legal name
- De Dietrich SAS
- Website
- https://dedietrich.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- De Dietrich Process Systems is a 340-year-old, family-owned French industrial group that designs and manufactures process equipment, glass-lined reactors, centrifuges, filter/dryers, and turnkey systems for pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and green chemistry manufacturers across 25 global sites.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
De Dietrich Process Systems industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Process Equipment
- NAICS
- Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (33241), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Process Skids & Modular Process Systems (Packaged Units) (IMAHAEAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Separation & Filtration Equipment (Filters, Centrifuges, Membranes) (IMAHAEAB), Industrial Drying & Evaporation Equipment (Dryers, Evaporators, Crystallizers) (IMAHAEAD), Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC), Industrial Gas & Air Separation Equipment (ASU, PSA, Cryogenic Systems) (IMAHAEAI)
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Where De Dietrich Process Systems is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Niederbronn
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices7 records
Markets served
De Dietrich Process Systems business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Process Equipment Sales: Sale of capital process equipment including reactors, filter/dryers, centrifuges, dryers, evaporators, distillation columns, and material handling equipment. Revenue is project-based with long sales cycles and custom configuration.
- Process Systems Integration: Design and supply of complete process systems for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. Includes engineering, procurement, and integration of multiple equipment types into turnkey solutions.
- Spare Parts and Components: Thousands of spare parts and components kept in stock for glass-lined, alloy, and borosilicate glass equipment. Includes gaskets, seals, filter media, agitator components, and maintenance consumables.
- Aftermarket Services: Services including upgrade and refurbishment, field service, training, trials and rentals, and engineering studies and simulations. Provided through global network of technicians and 4 Tech Labs.
- Equipment Rental: Rental of trial equipment including centrifuges, filter/dryers, dryers, and mixers for customer in-house process validation and testing.
- Used Equipment Sales: Sale of refurbished and modernized used machines including centrifuges and dryers with warranty. Provides rapid availability at attractive pricing.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
De Dietrich Process Systems product offering
Product offeringCore offering
De Dietrich Process Systems designs and manufactures process equipment and engineered systems for solid-liquid separation, thermal separation, reaction, mixing, extraction, and containment. Products include glass-lined reactors, filter/dryers, centrifuges, dryers, evaporators, distillation columns, supercritical CO2 extraction units, and powder handling equipment, built in glass-lined steel, borosilicate glass, and specialty alloys. The company also delivers turnkey process systems and aftermarket services including field service, spare parts, trials/rentals, training, and process studies/simulations.
Product overview
De Dietrich Process Systems is a global leader in the design and supply of process equipment, systems, and services for the pharmaceutical, chemical, green chemistry, and food industries. The company's product portfolio is organized around solid-liquid separation solutions (including agitated nutsche filter/dryers, various centrifuges, and dryers), thermal separation technologies (evaporators, distillation/rectification columns, heat exchangers), reaction and agitation systems (glass-lined reactors, glass reactors, stainless steel reactors), extraction technologies (supercritical CO2 extraction and chromatography), powder handling and containment equipment, and process systems. The company also provides comprehensive services including equipment trials, rental, field service, spare parts, training, and process studies/simulations. The portfolio spans multiple materials (glass-lined, borosilicate glass, alloy) and serves industries including pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, plant-based chemistry, cosmetics, and food processing.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Glass-Lined Reactors Glass-lined (enamel) DIN reactors designed for chemical and pharmaceutical applications, featuring proprietary enamel coating for corrosion resistance and durability in demanding process environments.
- Glass Reactors Borosilicate glass reactors for applications requiring high chemical resistance and transparency, suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical processes.
- Agitated Nutsche Filter/Dryers Filter/dryers combining filtration and drying in a single vessel for solid-liquid separation in pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing.
- RoLab Pilot Filter/Dryers Pilot-scale filter/dryers (RoLab series) for scale-up validation and small-batch production in pharmaceutical and chemical applications.
- Inverting Filter Centrifuges Centrifuges for discharge of filtered solids by inverting the basket, widely used in pharmaceutical and chemical industries.
- Horizontal Peeler Centrifuges Horizontal peeler centrifuges for continuous solid-liquid separation with automatic cake discharge via peeler blade.
- Vertical Peeler Centrifuges Vertical peeler centrifuges with peeler mechanism for automatic cake discharge, suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.
- Top Discharge Centrifuges Top discharge centrifuges for solid-liquid separation with top-mounted discharge mechanism.
- Pan Dryers Pan dryers for drying applications in chemical and pharmaceutical processes with bottom-driven agitation.
- Conical Dryers Conical dryers for gentle drying of sensitive products in conical vessel geometry.
- Vacuum Paddle Dryers Vacuum paddle dryers for efficient drying under vacuum conditions in chemical and pharmaceutical processes.
- Short Path Evaporators Short path evaporators operating under high vacuum (up to 0.005 mbar) for purification of heat-sensitive products like vegetable oils and cosmetic ingredients.
- Thin Film Evaporators Thin film evaporators for processing heat-sensitive materials with short residence time.
- Falling Film Evaporators Falling film evaporators for efficient liquid evaporation in chemical and pharmaceutical applications.
- Rotary Evaporators Rotary evaporators for evaporation and concentration of liquid products.
- Supercritical Fluid Extractors (SFE) Supercritical fluid extractors using supercritical CO2 for extraction in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food applications.
- Supercritical CO2 Fluid Purification (SFC) Supercritical CO2 chromatography for faster and more economical purification compared to traditional HPLC methods.
- Cryoflowskid Continuous Flow Chemistry Systems Cryoflowskid continuous flow chemistry systems for intensified chemical production.
- Chempocket Chempocket portable continuous flow reactor system for flexible chemical synthesis.
- Glass-Lined Columns Glass-lined columns for distillation and rectification processes.
- Separation Columns Separation columns for fractional distillation and mass transfer applications.
- Durapack Structured Packing Structured borosilicate glass packings for mass transfer in distillation and rectification columns.
- QVF Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers QVF shell and tube heat exchangers for efficient thermal exchange in process applications.
- Optimix Reactors Optimix reactors featuring enhanced agitation technology for superior mixing performance in glass-lined reactors.
- Glaslock Agitator System Proprietary Glaslock agitator system for optimized mixing in glass-lined reactors.
- Powder Pumps Powder pumps for pneumatic transfer of powders in pharmaceutical and chemical applications.
- Glove Boxes Glove boxes for isolated handling of sensitive or hazardous materials.
- Glass-Lined Receivers and Tanks Glass-lined receivers and tanks for storage of corrosive liquids and chemical products.
- Turnkey Process Systems Turnkey process systems for pharmaceutical, chemical, green chemistry, and food industries, integrating multiple equipment types into engineered solutions.
- Pharma & Green Solutions Systems Complete systems for pharmaceutical and green chemistry applications.
- Chemical & Process Solutions Systems Complete systems for chemical and process industry applications.
- Field Service Global field service for equipment installation, commissioning, and maintenance delivered through a worldwide network of technicians.
- Spare Parts & Components Spare parts and components supply for glass-lined, alloy, and glass equipment, including gaskets, seals, filter media, and agitator components.
- Trials & Rental Equipment trials and rental services for in-house process validation before purchase, including centrifuges, filter/dryers, dryers, and mixers.
- Upgrade & Refurbishment Upgrade and refurbishment services for existing process equipment, including sale of refurbished and modernized used machines with warranty.
- Studies & Simulations Process studies and simulations for optimization of chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, including CFD simulations.
- Training Programs Training programs for maintenance teams, project managers, and process engineers on De Dietrich equipment.
- AI-Driven Autonomous Continuous Manufacturing Platform AI-driven autonomous continuous manufacturing platform integrating continuous flow chemistry, in-line benchtop NMR spectroscopy, digital twin technology, and AI control systems for pharmaceutical API production.
Quantifiable outcome
- Eliminated over 90% of target contaminants in vegetable oil purification while preserving organoleptic properties
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Companies that use De Dietrich Process Systems
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
De Dietrich Process Systems technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability6 records
Feature7 records
De Dietrich Process Systems partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- PIPAc Consortium (Bruker, Novalix, Alysophil)flagshipDe Dietrich participates in the PIPAc consortium developing an AI-driven autonomous continuous manufacturing platform for pharmaceutical API production. The platform integrates continuous flow chemistry, in-line benchtop NMR spectroscopy, digital twin technology, and AI control systems. Validated using fentanyl and propofol workflows, demonstrating real-time monitoring and adaptive optimization for just-in-time pharmaceutical manufacturing aligned with Pharma 4.0 principles.
- NeoCarbonsflagshipConsortium partnership to replace fossil chemicals with microalgae-based solutions. NeoCarbons provides patented industrial photosynthesis reactor technology for microalgae cultivation compliant with pharmaceutical GMP. De Dietrich contributes advanced engineering and downstream production expertise for fine chemicals. First phase targets nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and dermo-cosmetic ingredients, with second phase targeting bio-chemical substitutes for fossil-derived products. Target is a semi-industrial 1 m3 reactor by 2026.
- France PBRflagshipPartnership within the NeoCarbons consortium for developing microalgae-based green chemicals. France PBR contributes expertise in photobioreactor design, manufacturing, process control, and software supervision for industrial microalgae production. Their role is as independent technical contributor and expert in algae production and photobioreactor construction and operation.
- Sachin Industries LtdcoreExclusive enamel supply agreement for the Indian market. De Dietrich enamel continues to be produced exclusively in France at the Zinswiller historic site, with volumes supplied to Sachin Industries used solely for equipment destined for the Indian domestic market. Sachin Industries specializes in glass-lined reactors and filter presses as a key player in the Indian market.
- SFE ProcesscoreStrategic partnership to market high-performance industrial processes using supercritical CO2 extraction and purification. De Dietrich combines its equipment and engineering expertise with SFE Process's specialized supercritical fluid technologies (SFE and SFC chromatography) for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical applications. The partnership offers more economical and sustainable production tools optimized for specific applications.
- AlysophilcoreStrategic partnership combining De Dietrich's process equipment expertise with Alysophil's continuous flow chemistry technology powered by artificial intelligence and custom 3D-printed reactors. Investment by De Dietrich enables both companies to explore new technological opportunities in chemical production. The partnership aims to contribute to local, frugal, and safe chemical production in pharmaceuticals, cosmetic ingredients, and biosourced products.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights7 records
De Dietrich Process Systems competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- GMM Pfaudler: Global leader in glass-lined reactors, filter/dryers, and related corrosion-resistant process equipment serving the same pharmaceutical and chemical customers as De Dietrich. Direct competitor in glass-lined technology and pharmaceutical process systems.
- Buchi Labortechnik: Swiss-based manufacturer of laboratory and industrial evaporation, extraction, and spray drying equipment used in pharmaceutical and food processing. Direct peer in evaporation and supercritical fluid extraction equipment categories where De Dietrich competes.
Broad incumbents
- Sulzer: Swiss industrial major with broad separation, mixing, and applied process technology portfolio serving chemical, pharma, and food industries. Overlaps with De Dietrich in mixing technology (via Sulzer acquisition of Cimo) and process systems.
- GEA Group: Large German industrial equipment supplier covering separation (centrifuges, decanters, homogenizers), drying, and process systems across food, pharma and chemicals. Direct overlap in centrifuges, dryers and turnkey process systems.
- Alfa Laval: Swedish industrial major in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling. Comparable in shell-and-tube heat exchangers and process equipment serving chemical and pharmaceutical customers.
- Andritz: Austrian process equipment maker with strong separation (centrifuges, filters, dryers) and process technologies serving chemicals, food, and pharma — directly comparable in solid-liquid separation equipment.
- SPX Flow: Global supplier of process equipment including mixing, blending, drying and separation technologies serving food, dairy, and industrial customers. Overlap with De Dietrich in process systems and separation equipment.
Emerging players
- Chemtrix: Dutch specialist in continuous flow chemistry reactors and systems for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Comparable emerging player in flow chemistry where De Dietrich has its Cryoflowskid and Chempocket offerings.
- Corning Advanced-Flow Reactor: Business unit of Corning offering continuous flow reactor technology for pharmaceutical and chemical production. Emerging competitor in flow chemistry space where De Dietrich has invested through Alysophil.
- Heidolph Instruments: German manufacturer of laboratory and pilot-scale evaporation, mixing, and process equipment. Comparable in rotary evaporators and laboratory-scale process equipment adjacent to De Dietrich's MiniDRY/PilotDRY portfolio.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance15 records
De Dietrich Process Systems financial estimates
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De Dietrich Process Systems leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
De Dietrich Process Systems funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Frequently asked questions about De Dietrich Process Systems
What does De Dietrich Process Systems do?
De Dietrich Process Systems designs and manufactures process equipment and engineered systems for solid-liquid separation, thermal separation, reaction, mixing, extraction, and containment. Products include glass-lined reactors, filter/dryers, centrifuges, dryers, evaporators, distillation columns, supercritical CO2 extraction units, and powder handling equipment, built in glass-lined steel, borosilicate glass, and specialty alloys. The company also delivers turnkey process systems and aftermarket services including field service, spare parts, trials/rentals, training, and process studies/simulations.
Is De Dietrich Process Systems a public or private company?
De Dietrich Process Systems is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was De Dietrich Process Systems founded?
De Dietrich Process Systems was founded in -1. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is De Dietrich Process Systems based?
De Dietrich Process Systems is headquartered in Niederbronn, France, in the Europe region.
How does De Dietrich Process Systems make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Process Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are process Systems Integration, spare Parts and Components, aftermarket Services, equipment Rental and used Equipment Sales.
Who are De Dietrich Process Systems's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are GMM Pfaudler and Buchi Labortechnik. Broad incumbents are Sulzer, GEA Group, Alfa Laval, Andritz and SPX Flow. Emerging players are Chemtrix, Corning Advanced-Flow Reactor and Heidolph Instruments.
Does De Dietrich Process Systems have an API?
No public API is recorded for De Dietrich Process Systems.
What industry is De Dietrich Process Systems in?
De Dietrich Process Systems's product category is Industrial Process Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAEAH, Process Skids & Modular Process Systems (Packaged Units), with a secondary code of IMAHAEAB, Separation & Filtration Equipment (Filters, Centrifuges, Membranes). Its NAICS code is 3339 and its SIC code is 3567.