What AUTFORCE does

AUTFORCE Automations GmbH is a privately held Austrian industrial automation company founded in 2000 and headquartered in Lebring, Austria, with additional offices in Weiler-Simmerberg and Memmingen (Germany) and Lienz (Austria). The company designs and builds custom automated testing systems (Prüfsysteme) and industrial software for European manufacturing customers, with a primary vertical focus on automotive and e-mobility, plus secondary exposure to medical technology, intralogistics, and general manufacturing. Its product portfolio includes end-of-line inverter and E-motor test benches, functional test cabinets, leak testing systems, optical quality control cells, pallet sorting systems, multi-label scanning stations, and CE-compliant test bench housings, all backed by the proprietary autfactory web-based MES software platform and pre-built PLC function blocks for Siemens and Beckhoff control systems.

Underlying technology is built around three layers: (i) mechanical/electrical engineering for custom test rigs and the modular AUTFORCE CUBE platform; (ii) PLC programming using Siemens SIMATIC S7 and Beckhoff architectures, with standardized function blocks integrating ATEQ, Siemens ASM450/ASM470, Keyence, and Datalogic measurement and vision devices; and (iii) the autfactory web MES for test data acquisition, visualization, traceability down to batch size one, and paperless production. The company is a Siemens Solution Partner since 2003, a Beckhoff Solution Provider, a Microsoft Gold Partner since January 2021, and holds ISO 9001 (since 2015) and ISO 14001 (since 2022) certifications, with EcoVadis Silver Medal awarded in 2025.

AUTFORCE generates revenue through three streams: one-time project-based sales of custom testing systems and turnkey plants; subscription/licensing of the autfactory MES software; and professional services including testing-as-a-service, feasibility studies, and proof-of-concept engagements. The go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales targeting DACH-region manufacturers; named customers include ZF, Magna Powertrain, Siemens Energy, Georg Fischer, Fresenius Kabi, Stölzle Oberglas, Egston System Electronic, and KWK Kremsmünster. Operating subsidiaries include AUTFORCE Germany GmbH (regional sales, German market) and AUTFORCE Vision Systems GmbH (wholly owned since 2014, specializing in industrial image processing).

Name

AUTFORCE

Legal name

AUTFORCE Automations GmbH

Website

https://autforce.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AUTFORCE Automations GmbH designs and builds custom automated testing systems and proprietary industrial software (autfactory MES) for quality control, serving automotive, medical technology, intralogistics, and general manufacturing enterprises across the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Testing Equipment

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Testing Laboratories and Services (541380)

SIC

Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC)

Keywords

• Automated testing systems
• Industrial quality control
• Machine vision inspection
• Manufacturing execution software
• Electric motor testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Lebring

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Testing Systems (Prüfsysteme): Design, engineering, and construction of custom testing machines and systems for manufacturing quality control. Includes inverter testing systems, E-motor test benches, leak testing systems, vision inspection systems, and complete turnkey solutions.
2. Industrial Software (autfactory): Sale and licensing of the proprietary autfactory MES/test bench software platform for data acquisition, traceability, and production management. Includes interfaces, modules, and customization.
3. Testing-as-a-Service: Fee-for-service testing and analysis performed at AUTFORCE's test laboratory. Customers send products for feasibility studies, proof of concept testing, or comprehensive analysis services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AUTFORCE designs, engineers, and builds custom automated testing systems (Prüfsysteme) and industrial software (autfactory MES platform) for manufacturing quality control. The company delivers turnkey testing stations, modular CUBE test platforms, and proprietary web-based MES software for data acquisition, traceability, and production optimization, serving automotive, e-mobility, medical technology, and intralogistics customers across the DACH region.

Product overview

AUTFORCE is a provider of automated testing systems and industrial software for quality assurance in manufacturing. The product portfolio centers on the autfactory web-based MES software for test data management and traceability, combined with modular AUTFORCE CUBE testing stations that can be configured for various inspection types. Testing systems cover inverter and e-motor testing for automotive/e-mobility, optical quality control via machine vision, pallet sorting, multi-label scanning, leak testing, and custom-built plants. Services include testing-as-a-service, feasibility studies, test field automation, and PLC programming. The subsidiary AUTFORCE Vision Systems GmbH specializes in industrial image processing integrations. The company operates as both a system builder (hardware) and software provider, offering complete solutions from design through commissioning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• autfactory: Test bench software product for production digitization and optimization, MES functionality
• AUTFORCE CUBES
• AUTFORCE Vision Systems

Products and services

• autfactory Test Bench Software Web-based Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and test bench software for digital data acquisition, visualization, process control, traceability down to batch size 1, paperless production, operator guidance, and real-time visualization of test results. Used by manufacturing companies for production digitization.
• AUTFORCE CUBES Modular Test Stations Flexible, modular testing platform configurable for various applications including laser marking, leak testing, electrotechnical testing, and camera inspection. Features ergonomic design, quick-change tooling, and supports manual or automated operation including cobot integration.
• Inverter Test Benches End-of-line (EOL) and functional test systems for electric vehicle inverters, including 48V and high-voltage testing, robotic cells, and transfer systems. Capable of testing up to 950 inverters per shift on a compact 20m² footprint.
• Functional Test Cabinets Test cabinets with active load for precise inverter EOL testing, serving as central test control units with integrated measuring devices for high-voltage inverter testing applications.
• E-Motor Test Benches Testing systems for electric motors including laboratory test benches for prototypes and small series, NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) testing, and residual bus simulation.
• Optical Quality Control Systems Machine vision-based automated visual inspection (AOI) systems for defect detection in plastic injection molded parts, weld seam inspection, packaging control, surface quality assessment, blowhole detection, and multi-label scanning. Capable of detecting defects as small as 0.1mm².
• Pallet Sorting System Automated pallet inspection and sorting systems for quality control of pallets, detecting damage and deformation in intralogistics applications.
• Multi-Label Scanning System Camera-based 360-degree scanning solution for identifying and verifying items on pallets using barcode and QR code recognition, enabling automated pallet load control and traceability. Capable of photographing up to 120 bobbins within one second.
• Container Inspection System Quality control systems for containers and packaging, checking for correct loading patterns and defects using machine vision.
• Automated Small Parts Warehouse (AKL) Automated storage and retrieval systems for small parts, integrated with quality control processes.
• 360° Free Fall Testing System Testing systems for free fall and drop testing of products, particularly for medical technology and plastics industry applications.
• CE-Compliant Test Bench Housing Safety enclosures for test benches meeting European CE compliance requirements, including contacting and safety-compliant test housing options.
• Inspection Fixtures Custom measurement and inspection gauges (Prüflehren) for quality verification of manufactured components.
• Custom Plants Custom-designed testing and automation systems tailored to specific customer requirements and applications across industries.
• Leak Testing Systems Systems for testing products and assemblies for leaks using various methods including pressure decay and mass flow measurement, integrating ATEQ leak testers.
• Retrofit Solutions Modernization and upgrade services for existing assembly lines and testing systems to incorporate new technology and capabilities.
• Testing-as-a-Service Fee-based testing services utilizing AUTFORCE equipment and expertise at the company's test laboratory for feasibility studies, proof of concept testing, defect analysis, and comprehensive analysis services.
• Feasibility Studies / Proof of Concept Technical feasibility assessments and proof-of-concept development services for new testing applications and automation concepts.
• AUTFORCE Vision Systems Solutions Subsidiary company specializing as an integrator of industrial image processing and machine vision solutions, providing optical quality control solutions across multiple industries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 950 inverters tested per shift on compact 20m² footprint
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• EcoVadisminorOthers · 1 January 2025EcoVadis Silver Medal awarded in 2025, placing AUTFORCE in top 15% of assessed companies for sustainability performance in environment, social, and governance areas.
• SoliDAIR (EU Project)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023European Union funded project on AI and robotics in manufacturing. AUTFORCE is a project partner contributing expertise in data utilization for production optimization.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 January 2021Microsoft Gold Partner since January 2021. Premium partner status meeting Microsoft's high standards for competence in implementing Microsoft technologies including Azure cloud, Teams, and enterprise software solutions.
• SiemenscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2003Certified Siemens Solution Partner since 2003, one of the few Austrian companies with this status. Provides expertise in Siemens PLC technology, S7 programming, and integration of Siemens hardware. Access to technical support, training, and early access to new Siemens technologies.
• BeckhoffcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized Beckhoff Solution Provider expanding AUTFORCE's control system portfolio. Provides access to Beckhoff's global automation solutions and ongoing training for employees on latest Beckhoff technologies.
• IconProminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for AI-supported quality assurance solutions. IconPro CEO Markus Ohlenforst co-presents webinars with AUTFORCE on AI implementation in industrial quality control.
• Stölzle OberglasminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAustrian pharmaceutical glass manufacturer. AUTFORCE implemented automated vision inspection solution for packaging control of pharmaceutical jars.
• PAYER International TechnologiesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMedical technology company. AUTFORCE implemented cobot-based ultrasonic welding assembly system using the AUTFORCE CUBE platform.
• AUTFORCE Vision Systems GmbHcoreOthersSubsidiary company founded in 2014 specializing in industrial image processing and machine vision integration. Located in Lienz, Austria.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation: Global industrial automation incumbent providing robotic and testing solutions for automotive, electronics and process industries — a much larger peer whose automation engineering services overlap with AUTFORCE's full-system integration scope.
• KUKA Systems: German-headquartered automation and robotics incumbent offering custom production/testing cells including EOL test systems for automotive and EV powertrains — overlaps with AUTFORCE's modular CUBE and inverter test bench offering at larger scale.
• Beckhoff Automation: German PC-based automation platform vendor; an authorized partner to AUTFORCE but also a broader industry incumbent whose TwinCAT/PLC ecosystem competes for the same test-bench software and integration wallet.
• Festo: German automation technology supplier offering pneumatic/electric automation, PLC training and test systems for industrial quality applications — comparable through shared DACH industrial automation customer base and engineering orientation.

Direct peers

• Keyence Corporation: Japanese sensor and machine vision vendor used by AUTFORCE in vision cells and a directly comparable provider of industrial-quality vision and barcode scanning solutions for manufacturing inspection.
• Cognex Corporation: US-listed specialist in machine vision and industrial image processing for quality inspection and traceability — directly comparable to AUTFORCE Vision Systems' optical quality control and multi-label scanning capabilities.
• SICK AG: German sensor and machine vision specialist serving factory automation with optical inspection, traceability and quality control solutions — overlaps with AUTFORCE's vision and pallet/container inspection product lines.
• NI (formerly National Instruments): Provider of test & measurement hardware and software (TestStand, LabVIEW) for electrical test bench applications including EV powertrain — directly comparable to AUTFORCE's functional test cabinets and inverter/E-motor test bench portfolio.
• ATS Automation: Canadian-based global automation integrator building custom test, assembly and quality systems for manufacturers — directly comparable business model of custom-engineered test cells with embedded software for automotive, medtech and industrial customers.

Others

• Phoenix Contact: German industrial automation, connectivity and PLC-adjacent technology supplier; an adjacent enabler whose hardware and control stack overlaps with AUTFORCE's Siemens/Beckhoff-based test systems but does not directly compete in finished test cells.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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