What Polysto does

PolySto Group BV is a Belgian manufacturer of hygienic construction materials and finishing systems, headquartered in Lokeren and operating in 100+ countries with 101–250 employees. The company designs and produces a modular product ecosystem centered on its patented CleanRock composite kerbs (polyester resin, quartz, additives), CleanSheet fiberglass-reinforced polyester panels, and the HygiSeal food-safe joint sealant, complemented by wall/ceiling variants (HygiWall, HygiCeiling, InsuPanel, RenoPanel, RamPanel) and accessories such as stainless-steel and polyethylene impact protection. PolySto also holds exclusive distribution rights for Glasliner FRP systems and operates a Master Installer network (PolySto Academy) plus its own BeNeLux installation arm (PolySto Construct), enabling an end-to-end offering from design through certified installation. Customers are predominantly enterprise food processors (Colruyt, Aldi, Agristo, What's Cooking, Farm Frites, Mowi, Griffith Foods, Hilton Food Group) with growing exposure to pharmaceutical (Fuji Film), healthcare, logistics, retail, and hospitality end markets.

The business is a project-based, enterprise-field-sales model monetized through one-time material sales (panels, kerbs, sealants, accessories) plus professional installation services in BeNeLux. Distribution is hybrid: direct sales from Belgium plus an international network of sales directors, agents, distributors, architects, and certified Master Installers. PolySto is an active EHEDG member and co-author of EHEDG hygienic construction guidelines, and its products carry HACCP, BRC, USDA, FDA, BREEAM, Afsset A+, and Greenguard certifications, reinforcing its regulatory positioning in food-safety-critical environments.

Ownership and capitalization: privately held; majority owned by Sofindev (acquired KeBeK's majority stake in May 2025 via the €250M Sofindev VI fund), with founder Alexandre Moreels, the Bostoen family (Algimo), and management as continuing minority shareholders. The company has been EBITDA-positive and growing every year since 2021, recently completed the consolidation of six legacy entities into a single ERP/reporting environment, partnered with Hydewa GmbH (Feb 2026) to become a European hygienic-finishing leader, and launched the next-generation CleanRock kerbs (June 2026) using recycled fiberglass.

Name

Polysto

Legal name

PolySto Group BV

Website

https://polysto.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PolySto is a Belgian manufacturer of hygienic construction materials — patented CleanRock kerbs, CleanSheet FRP panels, and HygiSeal sealants — serving food processing, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and logistics enterprises across 100+ countries via direct sales and a certified Master Installer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hygienic Construction Materials

NAICS

Plastics Pipe, Pipe Fitting, and Unlaminated Profile Shape Manufacturing (32612)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) & Foam-Core Composite Panel Manufacturing (IMANAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ceiling Boards, Plasterboard Tiles & Suspension-Compatible Gypsum Products (IMADAEAM), Glazing Hardware, Sealants & Accessories (Spacers/Gaskets/Setting Blocks) (IMADAHAJ)

Keywords

• Hygienic wall panels
• Food-safe construction
• FRP wall protection
• Cleanroom interior finishing
• Impact-resistant kerbs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lokeren

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hygienic Construction Materials and Solutions: PolySto generates revenue through the sale of hygienic interior finishing materials and solutions including walls, ceilings, collision protection and accessories for food processing, pharmaceutical, and healthcare environments. The company offers integrated service from customized panel production to fit-out and installation.
2. Installation Services: In BeNeLux, PolySto has its own certified installation teams. The company provides end-to-end service from design to installation, supported by a worldwide network of Master Installers trained through PolySto Academy.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

PolySto designs, manufactures, and distributes hygienic construction materials and solutions for food processing, pharmaceutical, healthcare, logistics, and catering facilities. Its core product range includes CleanRock prefabricated bumper kerbs, CleanSheet FRP wall and ceiling panels, HygiSeal joint sealant, and derived panel systems (HygiCeiling, HygiWall, InsuPanel, RenoPanel, RamPanel), complemented by stainless steel impact protection and installation services. The offering is sold as an end-to-end solution covering design, customized panel production, and certified installation via in-house BeNeLux teams and a global Master Installer network.

Product overview

PolySto is a comprehensive hygienic interior solutions provider for the food processing industry, offering a modular product ecosystem centered on CleanRock (prefabricated bumper kerbs), CleanSheet (FRP base material), and HygiSeal (joint sealant). The portfolio includes wall/ceiling panel systems (HygiCeiling, HygiWall, InsuPanel, RenoPanel, RamPanel), hygienic skirting (PV series), stainless steel protection (posts/barriers/kerbs), and polyethylene wall protection. As exclusive distributor of Glasliner FRP systems, combined with PolySto Construct installation services and Master Installer training, the offering is a total solution covering design, manufacturing, and installation for food-safe facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CleanRock: Patented core material for PolySto impact-resistant kerbs, composed of polyester resins, quartz granules and additives, designed for high impact resistance and easy cleaning in food processing environments.
• CleanSheet
• HygiSeal
• HygiWall
• HygiCeiling
• RamPanel
• InsuPanel
• RenoPanel

Products and services

• CleanRock kerbs Patented prefabricated bumper kerbs composed of polyester resins, quartz granules, and additives, providing high impact resistance, smooth non-porous surfaces, chemical and water resistance, monolithic composition, and on-site repairability for food production environments.
• CleanSheet FRP panels Monocomposite polyester plate reinforced with fiberglass, available in smooth or relief surface finishes, used as the base hygienic wall and ceiling material and as the foundation for InsuPanel, RenoPanel, RamPanel, HygiCeiling, and HygiWall. Non-corrosive, strong, lightweight, maintenance-free, and available in RAL colors.
• HygiSeal 3.1 1-component hybrid polymer chemical welding sealant for joining PolySto components and floor/wall connections. Creates a seamless, non-porous, mold-resistant, high-pressure cleaning-resistant joint with reduced bacterial adhesion versus food-safe silicone. Isocyanate-free, available in three colors, and certified for BREEAM, Indoor Air Comfort, French A+, and Italian CAM Edilizia VOC standards.
• HygiCeiling CleanSheet FRP ceiling tiles with higher fiberglass content to prevent sagging, sized for standard structured ceilings (0.6 x 0.6m and 0.6 x 1.2m), available in RAL 9016 with smooth or relief surface finish.
• InsuPanel Fiberglass reinforced polyester plate laminated on polystyrene or PIR panel with thin aluminum backing, meeting HACCP regulations. Designed for new construction and renovation with HygiSeal or Omega profiles for seamless joints.
• RenoPanel Combined panel consisting of polypropylene plate and CleanSheet FRP plate (Euroclass E), designed for ceiling renovation. Food-safe, chemically resistant, bacteriostatic, strong, quick to install, non-corrosive, and resistant to high-pressure cleaning.
• RamPanel Fiber cement panel (Euroclass A2,s1-d0) laminated with CleanSheet, meeting HACCP regulations. Water-resistant, vapor-permeable, environmentally friendly, high-strength, sound-insulating, and chemically resistant.
• HygiWall Sandwich panel with PIR core (Euroclass B-s1,d0) or mineral wool core (Euroclass A2s1d0) and CleanSheet FRP surface, meeting HACCP regulations. Suitable for box-in-box projects, non-load-bearing interior walls, and self-supporting ceilings.
• PV10F / PV15F / PV8F / PV15Fi / PV8Fi stainless steel hygienic skirtings Stainless steel hygienic skirting product family (PVF/PVFi series) for floor-wall transitions in food processing environments, designed for different impact levels and application requirements.
• Stainless steel posts and barriers Stainless steel posts and barriers for impact protection in hygienic environments, providing physical protection for walls and equipment in high-traffic food processing and logistics areas.
• Polyethylene wall protection (PE500) Polyethylene (PE500) wall protection products for logistics spaces and heavy-duty warehouse environments, designed for high impact resistance in demanding industrial settings.
• PVC coved skirtings PVC coved skirtings for hygienic floor-wall transitions in food processing environments, providing an easy-to-clean curved joint between floor and wall finishes.
• Hard Fix Glue Industrial adhesive for secure bonding of PolySto products in hygienic installations, providing the strong, durable attachment required for walls, ceilings, and protection elements in food processing facilities.
• Glasliner FRP wall and ceiling systems (exclusive distribution) PolySto holds exclusive distribution rights for Glasliner, a range of glass fibre reinforced polyester (FRP) wall and ceiling systems meeting the strictest hygiene requirements for the food industry.
• PolySto Construct installation service End-to-end hygienic construction service delivered by VCA-certified in-house teams in the BeNeLux region. Covers concept, execution, and after-sales service including maintenance contracts for walls, ceilings, wall protection, and stainless steel drainage.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25% less foam consumption and 25-30% fewer bacteria residues after cleaning with relief CleanSheet surfaces

Named customers19 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Hydewa GmbHflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2026Hydewa is a German specialist in FRP panel solutions for hygienic and controlled environments. The partnership positions PolySto Group and Hydewa as European market leaders for hygienic solutions. Both companies operate as sister companies under shared ownership. Hydewa brings expertise in high-performance fiber-reinforced panel systems and strong presence in German, Italian, Swiss, Austrian markets and beyond.
• EHEDGcoreOthersPolySto is an active member of EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group) and co-author of EHEDG hygienic construction guidelines. EHEDG is a consortium of companies and experts dedicated to hygiene in food processing.
• Exact SoftwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationPolySto Group uses Exact Online as their central ERP system supporting all financial and operational activities. PSD2-bank linking enables automatic transaction matching and posting in Exact Boekhouden Online.
• GlaslinercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPolySto is the exclusive distributor of Glasliner, unique wall and ceiling systems made of glass fibre reinforced polyester (FRP) meeting the strictest hygiene requirements for the food industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Altro: UK-headquartered manufacturer of hygienic wall cladding and safety flooring for commercial kitchens, healthcare, and food processing. Directly competes with PolySto's CleanSheet FRP panels and impact-protection kerbs in the hygienic interior-finishing niche.
• BioClad: UK-based manufacturer of antimicrobial PVC hygienic wall cladding systems used in hospitals, commercial kitchens and food processing. Closely comparable to PolySto's CleanSheet/CleanRock offering in terms of product category, hygiene use case, and target buyer.
• Construction Specialties (C-S Group): Global manufacturer of architectural products including impact-resistant wall protection, corner guards, and bumper rails for commercial and institutional buildings. Direct comparable to PolySto's CleanRock kerbs and hygienic wall-protection portfolio.
• Crane Composites (Glasliner): US-based manufacturer of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) wall and ceiling panels for hygienic and corrosive environments, maker of the Glasliner brand that PolySto exclusively distributes in EMEA. Operates as both upstream partner and direct competitor in FRP hygienic panels outside EMEA.
• Trovex: UK manufacturer of pre-fabricated hygienic wall and ceiling cladding systems for healthcare, food service, and pharmaceutical cleanrooms. Tightly comparable niche, customer base, and value proposition to PolySto's modular hygienic interior systems.

Broad incumbents

• Gerflor: French global manufacturer of resilient flooring, wall protection and finishing solutions, including products designed for healthcare and food-industry hygienic environments. Wider portfolio and larger scale than PolySto but overlaps in hygienic wall and impact protection.
• Kingspan Group: Global market leader in insulated panels and building envelope solutions. Comparable product technology to PolySto's PIR-core HygiWall and InsuPanel sandwich panels and far broader geographic and vertical reach.
• 3A Composites: Global manufacturer of composite and sandwich panels including foam-core construction panels used in industrial and architectural applications. Adjacent product technology to PolySto's foam-core composite panels, with much broader scope.
• Tarkett: Global manufacturer of flooring and wall-surface solutions for healthcare, education and commercial environments. Touches the hygienic wall/floor transition space where PolySto's PVC coved skirtings and CleanRock kerbs compete, but Tarkett's scope is much wider and not food-processing-focused.
• Panolam Surface Systems: North American manufacturer of high-pressure laminate and FRP wall systems used in commercial kitchens, healthcare, and laboratories. Comparable FRP/laboratory-grade wall-panel technology to PolySto's CleanSheet range, though primarily serving North America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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