What Langmatz does

Langmatz is a German family-owned manufacturer of polycarbonate and metal infrastructure solutions serving telecommunications, energy, and traffic technology markets. Its product portfolio centers on cable manholes (QaBo and XeBo series featuring proprietary 3D-ribFrame technology), underground distribution systems (EK410 through EK890), above-ground and underground fiber optic network distributors (Gf-NVt and EK881), outdoor energy cabinets, fuse boxes, and tactile signal-requesting equipment for pedestrian crossings. The company also produces polycarbonate foundations (EK980 series) for EV charging infrastructure through its wholly owned Langmatz Energy GmbH subsidiary, with compatibility listed for major charger brands including Mennekes, ABL, KEBA, ABB, Alpitronic, and Ekoenergetyka. Manufacturing and headquarters are located in Garmisch-Partenkirchen with an additional facility in Oberau, Bavaria.

The business operates on a direct B2B sales model with regional teams (Vertrieb Deutschland and Vertrieb International), dedicated key account management, and a separate Langmatz Energy sales division; no resellers or distributors are used. Primary customers are municipal utilities (Stadtwerke), network operators (Netzbetreiber), telecommunications infrastructure providers, and municipalities/public administration bodies across Europe, with no publicly disclosed pricing or revenue. The company's competitive position is reinforced by European Technical Assessments (ETA 18/0743 for QaBo and ETA 26/0223 for XeBo) issued by EOTA, DIBt national approval, and Bundesförderprogramm Breitband certification for fiber termination devices, which together enable EU-wide public-procurement eligibility.

Strategic activity in 2026 includes a co-development partnership with Mahle chargeBIG on the smallBOX AC charging terminal, launch of the XeBo manhole platform and the EK881 fiber underground distributor 3.0, and trade show presence at eMokon (Austria), Innotrans (Berlin), and Power2Drive. As a "mittelständisches Familienunternehmen," Langmatz is privately held with no external investors, no public ticker, and no disclosed funding rounds, M&A, or ownership transactions in the source data.

Name

Langmatz

Legal name

Langmatz GmbH

Website

https://langmatz.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Langmatz is a German family-owned manufacturer of polycarbonate and metal infrastructure products, including cable manholes, underground distribution systems, fiber optic network distributors, and EV charging foundations, serving European municipal utilities, network operators, telecommunications providers, and public administration bodies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications and Energy Infrastructure Equipment

NAICS

Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Telecommunications & Fiber Duct/Conduit Systems (IMANADAD)

Keywords

• Infrastructure equipment manufacturing
• Polycarbonate cable manholes
• Fiber optic network distributors
• Underground distribution systems
• EV charging foundations

Headquarters

HQ city

Garmisch-partenkirchen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Infrastructure Hardware Products: Langmatz generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of infrastructure products including polycarbonate cable ducts, underground distribution systems, fiber optic network distributors, outdoor enclosures, fuse boxes, signal requesting equipment, and radio ripple control receivers. Products are sold directly through regional sales teams (Germany and International) to municipal utilities, network operators, and municipalities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Langmatz manufactures and supplies polycarbonate and metal infrastructure products for telecommunications, energy, and traffic technology sectors. Core offerings include cable manholes (QaBo and XeBo series), underground distribution systems, fiber optic network distributors, outdoor enclosures, fuse boxes, EV charging foundations, fiber building entry systems, and signal requesting equipment for traffic lights. The company operates as a specialist in plastic and metal processing with proprietary 3D-ribFrame technology for structural cable ducts.

Product overview

Langmatz is a German manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of infrastructure solutions for telecommunications, energy, and traffic technology. The product range centers on polycarbonate-based systems including cable manholes (QaBo and XeBo series), underground distribution systems (EK410-EK890 series), and fiber distribution cabinets (Gf-NVt series). For electric mobility, the EK980 polycarbonate foundation series provides mounting solutions for charging stations. Additional products include outdoor cabinets for energy (EK223-EK245), fiber building entry systems (VarioPipe), fiber termination devices (Gf-AP), fuse boxes (EK480/580), signal requesting equipment for traffic lights (basicguide, crossguide, easyguide, soundguide plus), and radio ripple control receivers. The company also operates Langmatz Energy GmbH as a subsidiary focused on charging infrastructure. Products feature proprietary 3D-ribFrame technology and are manufactured in Germany at locations in Oberau and Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• QualityBox: Product series brand for Langmatz polycarbonate manholes certified with ETA
• 3D-ribFrame
• VarioPipe
• basicguide
• crossguide
• easyguide
• soundguide plus

Products and services

• QaBo Kabelschächte (Polycarbonate Manholes) Polycarbonate cable manholes used as cable pulling chambers, telecommunications distribution chambers, and underground distribution systems. Feature 3D-ribFrame technology for stability, load-bearing capacity, and durability as an alternative to concrete. Available in numerous size configurations from 250x550 to 1600x2200 mm. For municipalities, network operators, and contractors.
• XeBo Kabelschächte (Polycarbonate Manholes) New generation of polycarbonate manholes specifically developed for modern and economical civil engineering requirements. Features click-style assembly mechanism and 3D-ribFrame technology. Available in 600x600 and 600x1200 mm sizes. For municipalities and network operators.
• EK980 Kunststofffundamente (Polycarbonate EV Charging Foundations) Polycarbonate foundations for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Available in S Light, S Vario, L Classic, and XL Classic variants. Features 3D-ribFrame technology and compatibility with major charging station brands including Mennekes, ABL, KEBA, ABB, Alpitronic, and Ekoenergetyka. For charging infrastructure operators and municipalities deploying EV charging stations.
• EK410 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Underground distribution system with innovative shaft concept and modular construction. Available in connect and flex variants. Light width 250x400mm, B125 load class, IP48/IP44 protection rating. Features two-stage flood protection (diving bell principle) protecting equipment from flooding up to one meter water column. For utility network operators.
• EK510 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Larger underground distribution system with 400x650mm light width. B125 load class, 63A protection rating. Available in connect and flex variants with stainless steel or GFK covers. For power distribution network operators.
• EK600 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Medium underground distribution system with D400 load class, IP58 protection, 100A protection rating. Multiple cover options including paving-compatible and concrete variants. For utility network deployment in urban environments.
• EK800 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Larger underground distribution system with 550x800mm light width. Multiple height configurations, suitable for various urban applications. For utility network operators requiring higher capacity distribution.
• EK880 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Large underground distribution system with 800x1400mm light width. IP48 protection, 4-piece triangular swing cover in cast iron. Suitable for high-capacity distribution needs in urban utility networks.
• EK881 Glasfaser-Unterflur-Netzverteiler (Fiber Optic Underground Network Distributor) Fiber optic underground network distributor 3.0 combining technical performance with economic efficiency. Features Langmatz fiber management system (L-FMS), up to 216 L-cassettes, IP47 protection. Enables underground fiber deployment without visible above-ground cabinets. For telecommunications operators deploying FTTB/H networks.
• EK890 Unterflurverteiler (Underground Distribution System) Underground distribution system with 650x1165mm light width. Available with heat management or air circulation options. 3-piece cover design. For utility network operators requiring thermal management for distribution equipment.
• Gf-NVt Glasfaser-Netzverteiler (Fiber Distribution Cabinets) Above-ground fiber optic distribution cabinets in XL, L, M, S, and XS sizes (version 3.0). Made from weather-resistant polycarbonate, optimized for GPON and Point-to-Point Ethernet fiber access networks. Feature modular cassette system. For telecommunications operators.
• EK223 Outdoor-Gehäuse (Compact Outdoor Cabinet) Compact outdoor cabinet for energy supply and telecommunications along public roads. Features integrated electrical connections, illuminated display cases, and special connections for Christmas lighting. For municipalities and utility operators.
• EK430 Outdoor-Gehäuse (Energy Connection Column) Versatile outdoor energy connection column for power supply and traffic technology. UV and weather resistant, recyclable. Also available as EK430 2.0 meter connection column for EV charging infrastructure. For municipalities and charging infrastructure operators.
• EK73 Outdoor-Gehäuse (Outdoor Cabinet) Versatile outdoor cabinet system for energy supply, telecommunications, and rail traffic technology. Suitable for energy distribution, communication components, and splice closures. For utility network operators and rail infrastructure.
• EK245 KVz82 Outdoor-Gehäuse (Cable Distribution Cabinet) Robust outdoor distribution cabinet for rail traffic technology, telecommunications, and universal infrastructure. Suitable for TK and LST distribution facilities, BK amplifiers, and fiber optic interfaces. For rail and telecommunications infrastructure operators.
• VarioPipe Glasfaser-Hauseinführungen (Fiber Building Entry Systems) Fiber optic building entry systems enabling secure connection between operator network and building. Gas and pressure-water tight up to 1 bar using 2-component expanding foam. Available in standard, Plus, and built-over variants. For telecommunications operators and building developers.
• Gf-AP Glasfaser-Abschlusspunkte (Fiber Termination Devices) Fiber termination points (ONT) in S, M, M+, and L sizes. IP54 polycarbonate housings for FTTB/H fiber networks. Support plug connections, fusion splice, and couplers. Available pre-configured for transfer systems. Certified under Bundesförderprogramm Breitband. For telecommunications operators.
• EK480/580 Sicherungskästen (Fuse Boxes) High-quality polycarbonate fuse boxes for lighting poles and telecommunications. EK480 for mast diameters 89mm with up to 3 fuses and optional surge protection. EK580 features flexible extension options and 6 variants for various applications. For municipalities and utility operators.
• basicguide Signalanforderungsgerät (Signal Requesting Equipment) Signal requesting device with tactile blind signaling for traffic lights. Large-area push button or capacitive sensor operation. Meets DIN 32981:2018-06 and EN 50293 standards for accessibility. For municipalities and traffic authorities.
• crossguide Signalanforderungsgerät (Signal Requesting Equipment) Advanced signal requesting device with speech announcements and signal tones. Traffic noise-dependent acoustics integrated. USB software configuration, module expansion slot. For municipalities requiring accessible pedestrian crossings with audio guidance.
• easyguide Signalanforderungsgerät (Signal Requesting Equipment) Basic signal requesting device with central functions for traffic signals at optimal price-performance ratio. Compact design, vandal-resistant construction. For municipalities requiring standard accessible pedestrian crossing buttons.
• soundguide plus Signalanforderungsgerät (Signal Requesting Equipment) Latest development with TÜV certification. Consists of basic plus button and soundguide as acoustic unit. Settings transmitted via encrypted Bluetooth Dongle (KRITIS-compliant). For municipalities requiring secure, configurable accessible pedestrian crossing equipment.
• Funkrundsteuerempfänger EK893/593/794 (Radio Ripple Control Receivers) Radio ripple control receivers for wireless lighting control in public cities and municipalities. Enable load management and intelligent tariff switching for energy savings. Available as EK893, EK593, EK794, and EK893 EEG variants. For municipal utilities and energy operators.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Mahle chargeBIG (subsidiary of Mahle GmbH)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2026Langmatz Energy collaborated with Mahle chargeBIG (a subsidiary of German automotive supplier Mahle based in Stuttgart) to develop the smallBOX AC charging terminal presented at the Power2Drive trade show. The compact charging unit can supply up to four electric vehicles simultaneously with 22 kW AC charging power each. Langmatz contributed infrastructure and housing solutions expertise for the charging station development.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Rehau Group: German polymer-processing group with infrastructure products including cable management, duct systems, and energy/telecom building solutions. Directly comparable to Langmatz as a European plastic infrastructure manufacturer serving utilities and telecom operators.
• ACO GmbH: Major European manufacturer of drainage, infrastructure, and cable management systems for civil engineering and utility applications. Overlaps with Langmatz in underground distribution and cable duct infrastructure for municipalities and utilities.
• Hauff-Technik: German specialist in cable and pipe entries, building seals, and underground infrastructure components. Directly comparable to Langmatz's VarioPipe fiber building entries and underground distribution products.
• Doyma GmbH & Co: German manufacturer of sealing systems for cables and pipes entering buildings, including gas- and water-tight entries for fiber optic and utility infrastructure. Closely comparable to Langmatz's VarioPipe product family.
• Hauraton GmbH & Co. KG: German provider of drainage and infrastructure solutions for civil engineering, including cable duct and surface water management systems used by municipalities and contractors across Europe.

Broad incumbents

• ABB E-mobility: Global leader in EV charging hardware and infrastructure, including chargers compatible with Langmatz's EK980 foundation series (ABB is listed as a compatible OEM). Adjacent incumbent operating at much larger scale across charging infrastructure.
• HellermannTyton: Global cable management and connectivity solutions provider serving telecom and utility infrastructure markets. Comparable to Langmatz in serving telecom and energy distribution customers across Europe.
• Rittal GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of enclosures, power distribution, and climate-control solutions for industrial and infrastructure applications. Comparable to Langmatz in outdoor energy enclosures (EK223/EK430/EK73) and infrastructure-grade cabinetry.
• Phoenix Contact: German global supplier of connectivity, electronics, and automation solutions for energy and infrastructure markets. Adjacent incumbent serving many of the same utility and telecom operator customers as Langmatz.
• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation company with infrastructure products for utilities, EV charging, and telecom networks. Broad incumbent overlapping with Langmatz across energy distribution, EV charging foundations, and outdoor enclosures.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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