REHAU

What REHAU does

REHAU is a family-owned German polymer solutions group founded in 1948 by Helmut Wagner in Rehau, Bavaria, and now headquartered under REHAU Industries SE & Co. KG. The company operates seven subgroups — Window Solutions, Interior Solutions, Water Technologies (formerly Building Solutions), Industrial Solutions, RAUMEDIC (medical technology), Meraxis (polymer distribution), and New Ventures (corporate venturing) — supported by Global Business Services. Core technology is polymer extrusion combined with proprietary material formulations including RAU-FIPRO X (glass-fibre-reinforced window profiles), RAU-FLIGHT (Boeing-approved lightweight aerospace material), and closed-loop PVC recycling via wholly-owned Dekura GmbH, which processes 70,000+ tonnes of window waste annually.

The company manufactures and sells PVC window/door systems (ARTEVO, GENEO), PEX pipe and radiant heating/cooling systems, plumbing and water management solutions (RAUSIKKO BOX, RE.SOURCE), furniture edgebands and surfaces (RAUVISIO, Zero-Joint technology), automotive bumpers and spoilers (500,000+ configurable variants in 500+ colours), medical tubing and drug delivery components (RAUMEDIC), aerospace interior materials (RAU-FLIGHT, SMARTsilicone), and railway infrastructure systems. Distribution occurs through direct OEM/enterprise sales (BMW, Boeing, Volkswagen), a dealer network spanning 50+ countries, specialised channel partners (Decorative Products GmbH for aviation, MeraBathroom for Indian plumbing), and increasingly direct-to-consumer showrooms (e.g., the 3,400 sq. ft. Gurgaon Experience Centre with Third Space Collective).

REHAU generates revenue through B2B hardware sales across all subgroups, with 13,000+ employees, 160+ locations, and approximately 3 billion EUR in total turnover. Pricing is quote-based and customised by subgroup, product specification, and customer; no public pricing is disclosed. The group is 100% family-owned by the Wagner family (currently chaired by Dr. Veit Wagner as President of the Supervisory Board) and thinks in generational rather than quarterly investment cycles, enabling long-horizon capital deployment such as the €65 million investment in recycling infrastructure and sustained R&D across 300+ patents in Industrial Solutions alone.

Name

REHAU

Legal name

REHAU Industries SE & Co. KG

Website

https://rehau.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

REHAU is a German family-owned polymer solutions group operating seven subgroups across construction, industrial, automotive, interior, and medical technology markets, with 13,000 employees at 160+ locations and approximately 3 billion EUR in annual turnover.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Polymer-based Building and Industrial Solutions

NAICS

Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing (325211), Plastics Pipe, Pipe Fitting, and Unlaminated Profile Shape Manufacturing (32612), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820), Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Polymers & Resins (Engineered Materials) (IMAEABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Medical & Food-Contact Specialty Compounds (IMANABAK), Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAG), Polymer Compounds & Masterbatches (Compounding, Color/Fill/Additive Concentrates) (IMAEANAJ)

Keywords

• Polymer-based solutions
• PVC window profiles
• Polymer extrusion manufacturing
• Building envelope systems
• Medical polymer components

Headquarters

HQ city

Erlangen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Polymer Product Manufacturing & Sales: REHAU generates the majority of its revenue through the manufacture and sale of polymer-based products across its subgroups: window profiles, edgebands, surfaces, PEX/hydronic pipes, technical hoses, medical tubing, automotive components, and railway infrastructure systems. Products are sold directly to fabricators, builders, OEMs, and through dealer networks globally.
2. Polymer Distribution (Meraxis): Meraxis, the distribution subgroup, generates revenue by supplying polymer materials, tools, and machinery to customers while offering procurement, logistics, and finance support, as well as digital sustainability services.
3. Medical Technology Products (RAUMEDIC): RAUMEDIC produces polymer-based medical components for ophthalmology, enteral feeding, infusion, drug delivery, cardio surgery, orthopaedics, and pharma fluid handling, sold to medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers.
4. Recycling & Circular Economy Services: REHAU Window Solutions operates Dekura GmbH, a wholly-owned recycling subsidiary that processes post-consumer and post-industrial window waste into high-quality recyclate (70,000+ tonnes annually), supporting the circular economy model and reducing CO2 emissions by 88% per tonne vs virgin material.

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

REHAU manufactures and sells polymer-based products and system solutions across seven subgroups: PVC window and door profiles (Window Solutions), edgebands and surfaces for furniture (Interior Solutions), PEX piping and plumbing systems (Water Technologies), polymer components for automotive, aviation, and railway (Industrial Solutions), medical-grade polymer components for pharma and medical devices (RAUMEDIC), and polymer distribution services (Meraxis). Products are sold to OEMs, fabricators, builders, and medical device manufacturers globally through direct field sales, dealer networks, and experience centres across 50+ countries.

Product overview

REHAU is a German family-owned polymer solutions group operating seven subgroups across diverse markets. The core offerings span building solutions (water infrastructure, plumbing, thermal heating/cooling with PEX pipes), industrial solutions (aerospace, railway, cooling, fluid management), interior solutions (edgebands, surfaces for furniture), medical technology (RAUMEDIC), window solutions (PVC window/door systems), polymer distribution (Meraxis), and corporate venturing (New Ventures). Key product lines include the ARTEVO window and front door platform using RAU-FIPRO X material, GENEO profile systems, underfloor heating via PEX pipe technology, SMARTsilicone for aviation, and smart home integration with NUKI for access control. The company emphasizes circular economy with recycling operations (Dekura), sustainability certifications, and energy-efficient building solutions. Manufacturing spans 160+ locations globally with approximately 13,000 employees and ~3 billion EUR turnover.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RAUMEDIC: Medical technology and pharmaceutical industry polymer solutions including applications for ophthalmology, enteral feeding, infusion, drug delivery, cardio surgery, orthopedics, pharma fluid handling, cell and gene therapy, neuromonitoring
• Meraxis
• Dekura
• RAU-FLIGHT
• SMARTsilicone
• GENEO
• ARTEVO
• RAUSIKKO BOX
• Silnova
• RE.SOURCE

Products and services

• REHAU Window Solutions (Subgroup/Division) PVC window and door system solutions including profiles, doors, and accessories for fabricators, builders, architects, and planners across 50+ countries. Includes circular-economy recycling operations via the Dekura GmbH wholly-owned subsidiary.
• REHAU Industrial Solutions (Subgroup/Division) Polymer-based solutions for commercial cooling, aircraft interiors, fluid management, and railway infrastructure. Includes technical hoses, profiles, seals, and systems serving aerospace customers (Boeing) and automotive OEMs (BMW, Volkswagen).
• REHAU Water Technologies (Subgroup/Division) / REHAU Building Solutions Infrastructure Solutions for urban water supply, Plumbing Solutions for building installations, Thermal Flow Solutions for surface heating/cooling using PEX pipes, and Modular Systems for prefabricated sanitary installations. Serves contractors, installers, and municipalities.
• REHAU Interior Solutions (Subgroup/Division) Edgebands, surfaces, and custom components for furniture manufacturers, millwork companies, and cabinet makers including kitchens, wardrobes, and millwork applications. Includes RAUVISIO surface collection.
• RAUMEDIC (Subgroup/Division) Medical technology solutions including polymer-based products for ophthalmology, enteral feeding, infusion, drug delivery, cardio surgery, orthopaedics, pharma fluid handling, cell and gene therapy, and neuromonitoring applications.
• Meraxis Group (Subgroup/Division) Global distributor of polymer materials, tools, machinery, and services including procurement, logistics, finance, and digital sustainability services for polymer processors and manufacturers.
• REHAU New Ventures (Subgroup/Division) Corporate venturing unit collaborating with start-ups to bring innovation into REHAU's core business across hardware, software, and business model innovation.
• ARTEVO Window System Premium PVC window system featuring RAU-FIPRO X high-performance material for enhanced statics and thermal dimensional stability. Part of 80mm unified system platform with SYNEGO for reduced manufacturing complexity.
• ARTEVO Front Door High-performance front door system featuring RAU-FIPRO X material with integrated LowE technology achieving Uf values up to 0.90 W/(m²K). Certified by Passive House Institute (PHI) as the only PVC front door in PHI database. Includes smart access control via exclusive Nuki partnership with Matter connectivity.
• GENEO Profile System Fully reinforced PVC window profile system using RAUFIPRO technical material, established as a benchmark for energy-efficient window profiles since 2008 launch.
• PEX Pipe Systems Cross-linked polyethylene pipe systems for radiant floor heating and surface heating/cooling in residential and commercial buildings, forming the foundation of REHAU Thermal Flow Solutions.
• RAUSIKKO BOX Storm Water Management System Innovative modular underground rainwater management system for percolation, retention, and storage of storm water; 100% fully recyclable.
• RE.SOURCE Water Dispenser Water dispenser delivering filtered, cooled, or heated still or sparkling water at the touch of a button, providing enhanced water management in buildings.
• SMARTsilicone Next-generation silicone for aircraft interiors with intelligent additional functions including magnetic properties, electrically conductive variants for EMI shielding, thermochromic effects, integrated light guidance, and flexible electronics.
• NEA SMART Controller Smart heating and cooling controller with wireless connectivity and dedicated mobile app for remote configuration, enabling up to 20% energy savings in residential and commercial buildings.
• REHAU Smart Guard Smart window alarm system providing active deterrence against intruders through window and door integrated sensors as part of the REHAU smart home ecosystem.
• REHAU Window.ID Digital lifecycle management system for permanent storage and analysis of window and component product data, with optional GPS location storage and support for recycling after end of service life.
• ARTEVO Flush-Glazed Sash Additional design option extending the ARTEVO platform, enabling highly efficient production of double-sided flush door panels.
• REHAU CONNECT+ Digitalization Platform Digitalization platform for window solutions enabling seamless connectivity and digital workflow integration for fabricators and installers.
• Automotive Bumper and Spoiler Components Polymer-based bumpers, spoilers, profiles, and automotive exterior/interior components for global OEMs with 500,000+ configurable variants across 500+ colours.

Quantifiable outcome

• CO2 savings of 88% per tonne of recyclate vs virgin material (Dekura)
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability6 records

Feature16 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NukicoreTechnology or Integration · 1 June 2026Exclusive smart access control partnership: REHAU Window Solutions integrates Nuki's Smart Lock technology into the ARTEVO front door. The module connects directly to electromechanical locks, enabling keyless access via smartphone with Matter connectivity compatible with all common smart home systems. Jointly developed exclusively for the ARTEVO platform, targeting the growing smart home market.
• European PVC Window Profiles Association (EPPA)coreOthersEPPA Managing Director Elena Vyboldina visited REHAU Window Solutions and Dekura facilities in June 2026 to witness industrial sustainability and circular economy excellence. EPPA is a key industry association influencing European building policy including the Renovation Wave and revised EPBD.
• Dekura GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDekura GmbH is a wholly-owned subsidiary of REHAU Window Solutions and specialist recycler. It processes over 70,000 tonnes of post-consumer and post-industrial window waste annually into high-quality recyclate at its Höxter plant, achieving 88% CO2 savings per tonne vs virgin material. Complemented by sites in the UK and Poland and nearly 2,000 collection points across Europe.
• Decorative Products GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing distribution partner (20+ years) for REHAU Industrial Solutions and Silnova GmbH in the aviation interiors sector. Joint approach 'Manufactured by REHAU & Silnova – Supplied by Decorative Products' combines development expertise, manufacturing excellence, and market access.
• Silnova GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationSilnova GmbH is shown alongside REHAU Industrial Solutions at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026, showcasing silicone solutions for aviation. Silnova operates its own brand (www.silnova.eu) alongside REHAU's polymer solutions.
• Third Space CollectivecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThird Space Collective partnered with REHAU Kitchen to open the 3,400 sq. ft. Interior Solutions Experience Centre in Gurgaon, India. The centre showcases kitchens, wardrobes, and storage solutions for homeowners, architects, and interior designers, demonstrating REHAU's German engineering in interior solutions.
• MeraBathroomminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMeraBathroom, a premium bathroom solutions provider in Faridabad, India, has partnered with REHAU as part of its portfolio of internationally trusted brands for sanitaryware, faucets, plumbing systems, and water treatment solutions targeting residential and commercial projects.
• Nuki Smart Lock Module (REHAU Window Solutions)coreTechnology or IntegrationThe Nuki Smart Lock Module was developed in collaboration with REHAU Window Solutions as a retrofit smart home device integrating seamlessly into existing door locks. It was showcased at Fensterbau Frontale 2026.
• Uponor CorporationminorOthersUponor Corporation is mentioned alongside REHAU as a key player in the hydronic underfloor heating market, according to Research Nester market outlook reports.
• Danfoss GroupminorOthersDanfoss Group is mentioned alongside REHAU as a key player in the hydronic underfloor heating and decentralized ventilation system markets, according to market research reports.

Scale indicators28 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Wienerberger: Peer in European building envelope solutions including plastic piping (Pipelife) and façade systems, with comparable focus on energy-efficient renovation and sustainable construction.
• Uponor: Direct peer in PEX-based plumbing, radiant heating/cooling, and pre-insulated pipework serving the same European building contractor customer base; explicitly referenced alongside REHAU in market outlook reports for hydronic underfloor heating.
• Geberit: Direct peer in plumbing systems and behind-the-wall sanitary installations for residential and commercial buildings across Europe, overlapping with REHAU Water Technologies offerings.
• Schüco: Direct peer in window, door, and façade system solutions sold to fabricators and developers; competes head-to-head with REHAU Window Solutions across European premium and commercial projects.
• VEKA: Direct peer in PVC window and door profile extrusion with global manufacturing footprint, competing for the same fabricator and dealer network customers.
• Deceuninck: Direct peer in PVC window and door systems with European manufacturing footprint, competing on energy-efficiency certification and recycled-content positioning.
• Aluplast: Direct peer in PVC window profile systems serving European window fabricators, overlapping on product technology and dealer-driven go-to-market model.
• Profine: Direct peer in PVC window/door profile systems under the KBE, KÖMMERLING, and TROCAL brands, competing for European window fabricator business.

Broad incumbents

• Solvay: Broad incumbent specialty chemicals and polymer materials supplier serving aerospace, healthcare, automotive, and industrial end markets that overlap with REHAU's specialty polymers franchise including RAU-FLIGHT.
• Georg Fischer: Broad incumbent in industrial plastics, pipe systems, and flow technology serving comparable industrial customers; competes with REHAU Industrial Solutions in fluid management and polymer components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rehau
• Instagraminstagram.com/rehau.global
• Pinterestpinterest.de/rehaugermany

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A1 record

Investments1 record

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