Bachmann electronic

What Bachmann electronic does

Bachmann electronic GmbH is an Austrian industrial-automation specialist headquartered in Feldkirch, Austria, founded in 1970, that designs modular control systems, condition monitoring, grid measurement and protection, safety, motion, and HMI/SCADA solutions for three end markets: wind energy and renewables, industrial machine building, and maritime and offshore. The core platform is a two-generation controller family (M100 Series for decentralized, harsh-environment applications and M200 Series for scalable industrial automation), surrounded by an I/O portfolio, safety modules (SLC284 plus Safety Developer), motion modules (M-SMC, M-CNC, M-SHAFT), grid measurement and protection modules (GM260, GMP232/x2, GSP274), and a DNV-certified condition-monitoring line (CMScore, CMScompact, CMSadvanced, WebLog Suite, Cantilever Sensor, BAM sensors) under the Bachmann Monitoring GmbH subsidiary. The engineering stack (SolutionCenter, PLC Developer, C/C++ Developer, M-PLC, M-Target for Simulink) and the atvise visualization sub-brand unify configuration, programming, and operator interfaces across the portfolio.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of controllers, I/O and CMS hardware, software licenses for engineering and visualization tools, recurring condition-monitoring and remote-monitoring services, and BINDT-accredited training delivered at its Rudolstadt center and on customer sites. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales with a network of 250-plus automation partners in wind energy and a constellation of maritime OEMs and system integrators (including Wärtsilä, Voith, Royal IHC, SCHOTTEL, Damen, Bakker Sliedrecht, Reintjes), supported by technical support, a self-service portal, and global trade-show presence. Quantified operational outcomes cited by the company include 160,000-plus wind turbines automated with 99.96% confirmed availability, 10,000-plus CMS systems deployed globally, and 6,500-plus industrial CMS systems with documented lifetime-extension benefits on aging turbines.

Name

Bachmann electronic

Legal name

Bachmann electronic GmbH

Website

https://bachmann.info

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Bachmann electronic GmbH is an Austrian industrial-automation company that designs modular control systems, condition monitoring, and grid measurement solutions for wind energy, industrial machine building, and maritime customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Systems

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Controllers & Control Systems (PLCs, PACs, CNC Controllers) (IMAHAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Instrumentation, Controls & Automation (DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, Metering) (EUAEAFAC), Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Control System Integration & Engineering Services (Design, Commissioning, Retrofits) (IMAGABAK)

Keywords

• Industrial automation systems
• Wind turbine control
• Condition monitoring software
• SCADA visualization
• Maritime automation

Headquarters

HQ city

Feldkirch

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of modular automation hardware including M100 and M200 control systems, I/O modules, sensors, visualization devices (Panel PCs, HMI terminals), and grid measurement/protection modules. Products are sold directly to industrial customers and through partners.
2. Software Licenses and Engineering Tools: Sale of engineering software licenses including SolutionCenter, M-Base, PLC Developer, C/C++ Developer, M-PLC, M-Target for Simulink, WebLog Suite, atvise, Safety Developer, and other configuration and programming tools.
3. Condition Monitoring and Remote Monitoring Services: DNV-certified remote monitoring services for wind turbines and industrial equipment, including data analysis, automated alarms, reports, and maintenance recommendations based on condition monitoring data from CMScore, CMSadvanced, and WebLog Suite platforms.
4. Training and Certification Services: Professional training programs including BINDT-accredited vibration analysis certification (ISO 18436-2 categories 1, 2, 3), product-specific training, and custom workshops for automation, condition monitoring, safety, and visualization technologies. Training conducted at Bachmann facilities in Rudolstadt or on-site at customer locations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bachmann electronic GmbH designs, manufactures, and sells modular industrial automation and control systems (M100 and M200 Series PLCs, I/O modules, sensors, grid measurement/protection, safety modules) along with engineering and visualization software (SolutionCenter, atvise SCADA, WebLog Suite, M-Target for Simulink) and Condition Monitoring Systems (CMScore, CMSadvanced, CMScompact) for wind energy, industrial machine-building, and maritime/offshore customers.

Product overview

Bachmann electronic offers a modular automation platform-plus-products architecture centered on two generations of control systems (M100 Series and M200 Series) that serve as the core hardware foundation. The SolutionCenter engineering suite provides unified software development, configuration, and maintenance tools across the entire portfolio. Visualization is delivered through the atvise brand (SCADA/embedded HMI) and M1 webMI pro. Condition monitoring capabilities span CMScore (economical entry), CMScompact (mid-range), and CMSadvanced (full-featured DNV-certified), all feeding into the WebLog Suite for centralized analysis. Grid measurement and protection is handled by GM/GMP/GSP modules plus the Smart Power Plant Controller. Motion control capabilities include M-SMC, M-CNC, and M-SHAFT modules. The product ecosystem also includes safety (SLC284 with Safety Developer), industry-specific solutions (forsiteSCADA, Wind Turbine Template), and communication protocols (bluecom, MQTT, OPC UA).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• M100 Series Control System Compact, ruggedized PLC platform for demanding decentralized automation applications, featuring multi-core controllers, dedicated network control units, TLS chip, Secure Boot, EtherCAT/CAN fieldbus support, and a wide operating temperature range.
• M200 Series Control System Scalable industrial PLC platform with multiple processor tiers (MX200 Compact, MC200 Advanced, MH200 High Performance) and a comprehensive I/O module portfolio for versatile automation applications across energy, industry, and maritime.
• SolutionCenter Engineering Software Unified engineering software suite bundling M-Base configuration, M1 ServiceCenter, Device Manager, Scope 3 diagnostics, Component Manager, PLC Developer (IEC 61131-3), C/C++ Developer, and M-PLC for the complete automation engineering lifecycle.
• atvise SCADA and Web Visualization Pure web-technology HMI/SCADA product line (atvise scada, atvise embedded, atvise builder) enabling device-independent browser-based operation without client installation, scalable from small applications to large plants.
• CMScore Condition Monitoring System Compact, economical Condition Monitoring System for wind turbine drive trains using IEPE sensors at up to 25.6 kHz sampling, transmitting data to WebLog Suite for centralized analysis and alarm generation.
• CMSadvanced Condition Monitoring System High-end expandable Condition Monitoring System with up to 51.2 kHz sampling, DNV certification for offshore, and local computation for real-time component protection across wind and industrial fleets.
• CMScompact Condition Monitoring System Mid-range Condition Monitoring System offering 51.2 kHz sampling, optional fieldbus support, and oil particle counting for enhanced drive train monitoring in wind turbines and industrial machinery.
• WebLog Suite Server-based Condition Monitoring software suite (WebLog Expert, WebLog Portal, WebLog Server, WebLog Interface, WebLog API) providing centralized data acquisition, analysis, alarming, and reporting for fleet monitoring across wind, industrial, and maritime applications.
• Smart Power Plant Controller (SPPC) Certified power plant controller that coordinates multiple energy generators (wind, solar, hydro, biogas, storage) into a unified generation system with grid code compliance and virtual power plant integration.
• Grid Measurement and Protection Modules (GM260, GMP232, GSP274) Integrated grid measurement and protection modules that measure voltage, current, power, and frequency directly, with SSL/TLS secured authentication and certification for grid parallel operation and maritime use.
• SLC284 Safety Module Programmable safety module enabling integrated safety functions from simple emergency stops to distributed safety technology, used with the Safety Developer software tool and supporting safety I/O modules (SDI208, SDO204, SCT202).
• LiTEplus Lifetime Extension Solution Measurement-based lifetime extension service/solution for wind turbines that uses Structural Health Monitoring data to determine remaining useful life more accurately than SCADA-based approaches, enabling extended operation beyond original design lifetime.
• Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) DNV-certified Structural Health Monitoring solution for wind turbines and offshore structures, combining sensors (accelerometers, tilt, strain gauges, environmental, corrosion), cantilever sensors, and digital twin integration to monitor fatigue, resonance, and extreme loads.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 160,000 wind turbines automated globally with confirmed system availability over 99.96%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Kwant ControlscoreTechnology or IntegrationKwant Controls uses Bachmann's M200 control system as a rapid-prototyping platform for developing next-generation control levers with haptic feedback for maritime applications. The partnership combines Kwant Controls' joystick expertise with Bachmann's automation technology.
• SCHOTTEL GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationSCHOTTEL integrates Bachmann automation systems into its RudderPropeller Dynamic SRP-D products for high-dynamic offshore Service Operation Vessels. The partnership addresses complex vessel automation requirements for wind farm commissioning and service operations.
• DromeccoreTechnology or IntegrationDromec uses Bachmann condition monitoring technology to evaluate and diagnose gearbox failures in maritime winch systems, enabling proactive maintenance and reducing unplanned downtime for vessels.
• NedstackcoreTechnology or IntegrationNedstack hydrogen fuel cell systems for zero-emission shipping are integrated with Bachmann automation solutions to enable clean navigation in the maritime sector.
• WärtsiläcoreTechnology or IntegrationWärtsilä, a leading maritime technology company, partners with Bachmann for maritime automation solutions in vessel propulsion and energy management systems.
• Royal IHCcoreTechnology or IntegrationRoyal IHC, a global supplier of maritime equipment, integrates Bachmann automation systems into its vessel and offshore solutions.
• VoithcoreTechnology or IntegrationVoith, a mechanical engineering company, partners with Bachmann for maritime propulsion and hydrostatic drive automation solutions.
• Van OordcoreTechnology or IntegrationVan Oord, a Dutch maritime firm, uses Bachmann automation for offshore installation vessels and specialized maritime equipment.
• HuismancoreTechnology or IntegrationHuisman, specializing in construction equipment for the maritime and offshore industries, integrates Bachmann control systems for cranes and heavy-lift equipment automation.
• Bakker SliedrechtcoreTechnology or IntegrationBakker Sliedrecht, an electrical engineering company serving the maritime and offshore sectors, integrates Bachmann automation solutions into its electrification and power management systems.
• ReintjescoreTechnology or IntegrationReintjes, a manufacturer of marine transmissions and propulsion systems, partners with Bachmann for integrated control and monitoring of marine drivetrains.
• Damen GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationDamen Shipyards Group equips its Windcat Elevation Series Commissioning Service Operation Vessels with Bachmann-controlled SCHOTTEL propulsion systems for high-dynamic offshore wind operations.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB: ABB is explicitly listed alongside Bachmann as a competitor in the $13.8B wind turbine control systems market. ABB offers industrial PLCs (AC500), drives, and grid automation - broader portfolio with overlapping capabilities in motion control, SCADA, and process automation across energy, industrial, and marine segments.
• Siemens Industrial Automation: Siemens is named as a direct competitor in wind turbine controls and is a broad incumbent in industrial automation (SIMATIC PLCs, SCADA) and maritime drive systems. The SIMATIC platform competes head-to-head with Bachmann's M100/M200 controllers in machine-building and process automation.
• Rockwell Automation: Rockwell is a named competitor in the wind turbine control market and dominates North American industrial automation via Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLCs. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering modular PLCs, HMI/SCADA, motion control, and condition monitoring with similar enterprise sales motion.
• Schneider Electric (Modicon): Schneider Electric's Modicon PLC and EcoStruxure platform directly competes with Bachmann's PLC/I/O stack, while its grid-measurement solutions overlap with Bachmann's GM260/GMP232 modules in renewable energy integrations. Broad incumbent in industrial automation with strong renewable-energy presence.
• Emerson (DeltaV / Ovation): Emerson's Ovation and DeltaV platforms serve power generation and process automation customers similar to Bachmann's energy utility and grid-measurement segment. Comparable offering in PLCs, plant control, and grid synchronization for power plants including renewables.

Direct peers

• Beckhoff Automation: Beckhoff's TwinCAT and PC-based control platform is one of the closest functional analogs to Bachmann's modular M100/M200 + atvise architecture. Both target mid-size OEMs and machine builders with PC/PLC hybrid controllers, modular I/O, and integrated HMI/SCADA software.
• WAGO: WAGO's PFC200 and e!COCKPIT HMI/SCADA platform target similar industrial automation customers in machine building and renewable energy. Both compete in compact modular controllers and grid-measurement I/O for renewable integration.
• B&R Industrial Automation (ABB): Now an ABB subsidiary, B&R's X20 and APC620 modular PLC/motion controllers compete directly with Bachmann's M-Series in machine building, motion control (M-CNC/M-SMC equivalents), and renewable energy automation. Highly comparable technology and product architecture.

Emerging players

• COPA-DATA: COPA-DATA's zenon SCADA/HMI platform is a direct software peer to Bachmann's atvise SCADA and forsiteSCADA. Both offer IEC 61850/61400-25 connectivity for energy applications and OPC UA support, often integrated with third-party PLC hardware.
• Helukabel / ifm electronic: ifm electronic is a comparable European specialist in industrial sensors, condition monitoring, and IO-Link I/O - overlapping with Bachmann's vibration monitoring (IEPE sensors) and BAM acceleration measurement modules. Both target wind and industrial machine health monitoring use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance17 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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