Vallfirest
Vallfirest is a Spanish manufacturer of specialized wildland firefighting equipment organized into Safety, Tools, Frontline, and Aerial divisions, selling patented PPE, manual tools, pumps, robotics, and helicopter/drone water buckets to government fire agencies, forestry organizations, and industrial operators across 85+ countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2007
- HeadquartersSanta María De Palautordera, Spain
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Vallfirest does
Vallfirest Tecnologías Forestales S.L. is a Spanish manufacturer of specialized equipment, tools, and integrated solutions for wildland firefighting, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Vallgorguina, Catalonia. The company organizes its offering into four divisions — Safety (head-to-toe PPE such as helmets, garments, boots, gloves, respiratory protection, and fireproof blankets), Tools (manual fireline tools including the patented Gorgui multi-function tool, drip torches, McLeod, Pulaski, and fire swatters), Frontline (water-based ground suppression via portable pumps, skid units, the Dronster mulching robot, Tactical Unit 2 truck modules, hoses, foam additives, and WUI-Protect portable defense systems), and Aerial (helicopter and drone-mounted water buckets, helitransportable tanks, and inflatable ground tanks). Differentiated intellectual property centers on the patented Gorgui design, the Water Hog electro-hydraulic precision-release bucket, the multi-implement Dronster robotics platform, and the vft e-Pack electric backpack pump, with products certified across a broad set of EN and ISO safety standards.
Vallfirest monetizes via one-time hardware sales of equipment, recurring spare-parts and consumable revenue (filters, blades, hoses, Bio For N foam), and project-based custom skid/Tactical Unit configurations. Go-to-market combines an enterprise field-sales motion targeting government fire brigades, forestry and land management agencies, and industrial operators in petro-chemical and mining, with a parallel direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront and a network of 80+ authorized distributors covering 85+ countries; direct regional subsidiaries operate in North America (Fort Collins, Colorado, opened June 2025), LATAM (Montevideo, Uruguay), and — following the July 2025 acquisition of Aerial Fire Control PTY LTD — Australia.
The company is privately held and received growth investment from Suma Capital's SC Expansion strategy in November 2024, supporting its positioning as a benchmark in advanced technological solutions for environmental protection. Recent strategic actions include the Aerial Fire Control acquisition, the US headquarters opening, appointment of Frank Gomez as Corporate CEO in 2026 alongside Founder & Executive Chairman Javier Baena, an ESG Committee created in 2025, and serial additions to the authorized distributor network across South Africa, the UK, Croatia, and EMEA aerial firefighting via the Heliswiss Ibérica partnership.
Vallfirest firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Vallfirest
- Legal name
- Vallfirest Tecnologías Forestales S.L.
- Website
- https://vallfirest.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2007
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Vallfirest is a Spanish manufacturer of specialized wildland firefighting equipment organized into Safety, Tools, Frontline, and Aerial divisions, selling patented PPE, manual tools, pumps, robotics, and helicopter/drone water buckets to government fire agencies, forestry organizations, and industrial operators across 85+ countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Vallfirest industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Wildland Firefighting Equipment
- NAICS
- Support Activities for Forestry (115310)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Wildfire Risk Assessment, Prevention & Suppression Services (IMAMAJAG)
Keywords
Where Vallfirest is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Santa María De Palautordera
- HQ country
- Spain
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
Vallfirest business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Equipment and Hardware Sales: Primary revenue from the sale of wildland firefighting equipment, tools, PPE, pumps, aerial systems, and accessories to fire brigades, government agencies, and forestry organizations globally through direct sales and distributor network.
- Spare Parts and Accessories: Ongoing revenue from replacement parts, consumables (filters, blades, hoses), and accessory products that complement and sustain the core equipment installed base.
- Custom/Project-Based Solutions: Custom skid unit configurations, bespoke Tactical Unit modules, and tailored solutions for specific vehicle platforms and operational requirements, typically sold as one-time project engagements.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Full product catalog available for government, commercial, and individual purchasers |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels5 records
Vallfirest product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Vallfirest designs, develops, manufactures, and sells professional equipment, tools, and integrated solutions for wildland firefighting. Its portfolio spans four product divisions — Safety (PPE), Tools (manual fireline tools), Frontline (water-based ground suppression systems and machinery), and Aerial (helicopter and drone buckets plus inflatable tanks) — sold to fire brigades, government emergency services, forestry agencies, and industrial operators in 85+ countries.
Product overview
Vallfirest is a manufacturer of equipment, tools, and solutions for wildland firefighting, organized into four strategic divisions: Safety (head-to-toe protection including helmets, goggles, clothing, boots, gloves, respiratory protection, and fireproof blankets), Tools (manual firefighting tools including the Gorgui multifunctional tool, drip torches, fire swatters, McLeod, Pulaski, shovels, rakes, and backpack pumps), Frontline (direct attack water line solutions including portable fire pumps, Dronster emergency robot, Heliskid aerial system, skid units, fire hose nozzles, hoses, and self-protection equipment), and Aerial (helicopter and drone-based extinguishing solutions including Water Hog buckets, drone buckets, and inflatable water tanks). The portfolio also includes the Tactical Unit 2 modular fire truck system, Xtreme Boots footwear, and various accessories like weather stations and cameras. Vallfirest serves over 80 countries through a dealer network, with manufacturing operations in Spain (headquarters), Colorado USA, and Uruguay. The company acquired Aerial Fire Control in July 2025 to strengthen aerial capabilities.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- vft1: Wildland fire helmet product line
- Gorgui
- vft Pumps
- Dronster
- Water Hog
- Heliskid
- Xtreme Boots
- Tactical Unit
- Xtreme
Products and services
- vft1 Wildland Fire Helmet
Quantifiable outcome
- Triple squad performance: Dronster robot operates at constant speed achieving triple the performance of a firefighting squad
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Vallfirest
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Vallfirest technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
Vallfirest partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, major and core.
- HeliswissminorJoint presence at AFF Global 2026 (March 24-26, Rome) where both companies showcase aerial firefighting solutions including the Water Hog bucket. Partnership for industry event participation and trade show presence in the aerial firefighting space.
- Industrial Fire & Hazard ControlmajorIndustrial Fire & Hazard Control, part of the Advanced Group of Companies in South Africa, appointed as authorized distributor for the full Vallfirest wildland firefighting product range in South Africa. Strong expertise in engineering and manufacturing firefighting, rescue, and hazmat vehicles. Serves petro-chemical, mining, forestry, and municipal services sectors across Southern Africa.
- Mi Star d.o.o.minorAppointed as Safety Division partner for Vallfirest in Croatia. Mi Star d.o.o. brings solid experience in the local Croatian market, providing technical knowledge, project support, and close coordination with local stakeholders to distribute Vallfirest's Safety division products.
- Heliswiss IbéricamajorStrategic distribution and after-sales agreement for Water Hog helicopter buckets across the EMEA region. Combines Vallfirest's wildfire expertise with Heliswiss Ibérica's aeronautical knowledge to ensure rapid delivery, specialized technical support, and comprehensive after-sales service for aerial operators.
- OBA AcademyminorVallfirest collaborated with OBA Academy to produce a virtual course on the ergonomic and coordinated use of manual tools in wildland firefighting. Led by a 25-year veteran forestry engineer Jose Julio Tahona Crespo, covering tool classification, operational integration, ergonomics, and team organization.
- Fire Hosetech LTDminorFire Hosetech LTD appointed as official distributor in the United Kingdom. With over 30 years of experience and strong commitment to quality, Fire Hosetech provides UK customers with local access to the full Vallfirest product range, specialized technical support, and agile service for fire and rescue professionals.
- Aerial Fire Control PTY LTDcoreVallfirest acquired Australian company Aerial Fire Control PTY LTD in July 2025 to expand global aerial wildland firefighting capabilities. AFC has designed, developed, and delivered high-performance aerial firefighting equipment for over 25 years, with Water Hog products deployed across Oceania and more than a dozen countries. The acquisition integrates AFC's manufacturing capabilities and technical expertise into Vallfirest's product development pipeline.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Vallfirest competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bullard: US-based manufacturer of head-to-toe PPE for wildland firefighters, including wildfire helmets and respiratory protection. Directly comparable to Vallfirest's Safety division and a long-standing competitor in the EN/NFPA-certified wildland PPE category.
- Task Force Tips: US manufacturer of fire hose nozzles, monitors, and water delivery equipment for wildland and structural fire. Directly comparable to Vallfirest's nozzle, hose, and pump Frontline product division, serving the same firefighting end markets.
- Akron Brass: US manufacturer of firefighting nozzles, monitors, and water delivery hardware. Comparable to Vallfirest's hose and nozzle product category, serving overlapping wildland and industrial firefighting customers.
- SEFAC: French manufacturer of firefighting and emergency response vehicles and equipment for municipal and industrial buyers. Directly comparable to Vallfirest's Tactical Unit and skid unit product lines in the European firefighting truck market.
- SEI Industries: Canadian manufacturer of the iconic Bambi Bucket aerial firefighting bucket and other fire control equipment. SEI is the most directly comparable peer to Vallfirest's Water Hog aerial division and competes head-to-head in the same helicopter bucket category globally.
Broad incumbents
- Rosenbauer International: Austrian global leader in firefighting vehicles and aerial firefighting equipment, including helicopter firefighting units. Comparable as the broader incumbent in wildland and aerial fire equipment that Vallfirest increasingly competes with at the higher end of the market.
- MSA Safety: Large US-listed PPE and safety equipment manufacturer with fire service and wildland products (helmets, respiratory, gas detection). Comparable as the broad incumbent against Vallfirest's Safety division, with global distribution and brand advantages that Vallfirest would have to displace.
- Drägerwerk: German safety and respiratory protection specialist with significant firefighter PPE and gas detection exposure. Comparable to Vallfirest's Safety and respiratory protection (Xtreme Mask) product lines as a larger incumbent competitor with strong European government relationships.
- Magirus (CNH Industrial): German-based, CNH-owned manufacturer of fire trucks and firefighting equipment. Comparable for the Tactical Unit and skid unit product line, but operates as a broad industrial incumbent with a much wider product portfolio than Vallfirest.
Regional players
- Pacific Helmets: New Zealand-based manufacturer of fire and rescue helmets with strong APAC presence. Comparable to Vallfirest's vft1/vft2 helmet line for wildland applications, and a relevant regional competitor in Asia-Pacific procurement.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Vallfirest social profiles
Digital presenceVallfirest compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance25 records
Vallfirest financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Vallfirest leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Vallfirest subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
Vallfirest funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Vallfirest M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Vallfirest
What does Vallfirest do?
Vallfirest designs, develops, manufactures, and sells professional equipment, tools, and integrated solutions for wildland firefighting. Its portfolio spans four product divisions — Safety (PPE), Tools (manual fireline tools), Frontline (water-based ground suppression systems and machinery), and Aerial (helicopter and drone buckets plus inflatable tanks) — sold to fire brigades, government emergency services, forestry agencies, and industrial operators in 85+ countries.
Is Vallfirest a public or private company?
Vallfirest is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Vallfirest founded?
Vallfirest was founded in 2007. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Vallfirest based?
Vallfirest is headquartered in Santa María De Palautordera, Spain, in the Europe region.
How does Vallfirest make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Equipment and Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts and Accessories and custom/Project-Based Solutions.
Who are Vallfirest's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bullard, Task Force Tips, Akron Brass, SEFAC and SEI Industries. Broad incumbents are Rosenbauer International, MSA Safety, Drägerwerk and Magirus (CNH Industrial). Pacific Helmets is listed as a regional player.
Does Vallfirest have an API?
No public API is recorded for Vallfirest.
What industry is Vallfirest in?
Vallfirest's product category is Wildland Firefighting Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAMAJAG, Wildfire Risk Assessment, Prevention & Suppression Services. Its NAICS code is 115310.