Vallfirest

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.

Name

Vallfirest

Legal name

Vallfirest Tecnologías Forestales S.L.

Website

http://www.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

Product category

Wildland Firefighting Equipment

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

akta.pro primary industry

Wildfire Risk Assessment, Prevention & Suppression Services (IMAMAJAG)

Keywords

• Wildland firefighting equipment
• Firefighter protective gear
• Fireline hand tools
• Aerial firefighting buckets
• Portable fire pumps

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa María De Palautordera

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core 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

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, major and core.

• HeliswissminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 March 2026Joint 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 ControlmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 March 2026Industrial 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.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 February 2026Appointed 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 IbéricamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 November 2025Strategic 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 AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 October 2025Vallfirest 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 LTDminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 August 2025Fire 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 LTDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 July 2025Vallfirest 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

Direct 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

• Xx.com/vallfirest
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Compliance25 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A1 record

Investments

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