What Komtes Group does

Komtes Group (legal entity SIEX 2001 S.L.) is a privately-held Spanish fire protection conglomerate headquartered in Burgos, founded in 1998 on a 30+ year operating legacy dating to 1963. The group operates through seven wholly-owned subsidiaries — SIEX (gas and water mist), AG FIRE SPRINKLER (sprinklers and fire testing), RG GREEN SYSTEMS (high-pressure water mist), KONEBA (smoke and fire control), KOMTTECH (fire detection electronics), MACOIN-RIBÓ (hydrants and cabinets), and TECNO ENVASES (portable extinguishers) — collectively covering the full fire protection lifecycle from detection through suppression and evacuation control. Underlying technology spans automatic water-based systems, dry chemical, foam, gas-based (CO2, clean agents, inert gases), high-pressure water mist, fire detection electronics, and smoke/heat control systems, supported by 60,000+ m2 of manufacturing, 2,000 m2 of in-house test laboratories, 20 patents, and EUR 3 million in annual R&D investment, with products certified to UL, FM, IMO, A2P, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards.

The business model is a hybrid of project-based hardware sales and recurring professional services. Revenue is generated through direct field sales offices in 9+ countries (Spain, UK, Singapore, India, Turkey, Mexico, Chile, China, plus Miami warehouse), an authorized distributor network (e.g., Dis Fire Systems in Australia), an international logistics department, a direct sales shop in Madrid, and aftermarket maintenance, training, and spare parts services for both own and third-party products. Target segments include commercial and residential buildings, mining, logistics, global industrial plants, transportation infrastructure (metros, airports, ports, tunnels, ships), power and electrical infrastructure, and oil and gas. Marquee customers include Madrid-Barajas Airport, the Panama Canal, Dubai Airport, Maracanã Stadium, Turkey Metro, PEMEX, Iberdrola, and Naturgy, with the company operating across 90+ countries. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is project-based for enterprise infrastructure and competitive for standardized product categories. Co-CEOs Raúl Melgosa and Juan Emilio Andino lead the group, which remains 100% Spanish-capital owned with no external institutional investors identified.

Name

Komtes Group

Legal name

SIEX 2001 S.L.

Website

https://komtes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Systems and Equipment

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Detection & Suppression Systems (HDABAKAI), Fire Protection Piping & Sprinkler System Components (IMADALAJ), Fire Alarm & Life Safety Systems Integration (BPAKAGAF), Security, Safety & Fire/Life Safety Management (BPABAAAE)

Keywords

• Fire protection systems
• Fire suppression equipment
• Fire detection systems
• Water mist systems
• Smoke control systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Burgos

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices14 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. Fire Protection Systems and Equipment Sales: Sale of complete fire detection, control and suppression systems including sprinklers, gas systems, water mist, extinguishers, and detection equipment. Majority of components are own production enabling continuous improvement and adaptability at competitive prices.
2. Technical Consulting and Project Design: Technical specialist team providing objective advice on product suitability, design solutions, alternatives, regulations, and quality
3. Aftermarket Services: Support during equipment installation, technical training, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Spare parts, incident management and repair services for own and other manufacturers' products
4. International Logistics Services: International logistics department providing foreign trade advice, operations management, and coordination with transit network for optimized costs and service times

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Komtes Group manufactures and supplies comprehensive fire protection systems through seven operating subsidiaries (SIEX, AG FIRE SPRINKLER, RG GREEN SYSTEMS, KONEBA, KOMTTECH, MACOIN-RIBÓ, TECNO ENVASES). The portfolio spans automatic water-based suppression, dry chemical, foam, gas-based and water mist suppression systems, smoke/heat/fire control systems, fire detection electronics, and portable fire extinguishers — covering detection, control, suppression and evacuation across all fire phases.

Product overview

Komtes Group is a fire protection company offering a comprehensive portfolio of detection, control, and suppression products across multiple sub-brands. The core offering includes SIEX (gas and water mist suppression), AG FIRE SPRINKLER (sprinkler and foam systems), RG GREEN SYSTEMS (high-pressure water mist), KONEBA (smoke/fire control), KOMTTECH (detection electronics), and MACOIN-RIBÓ/TECNO ENVASES (manual suppression and extinguishers). Solutions span automatic water-based suppression, dry chemical systems, foam systems, gas-based systems, manual water systems, and fire detection - covering all aspects of fire protection from early detection through suppression and control.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Automatic Water-Based Suppression Systems Automatic sprinkler systems and high-pressure water mist systems (W-FOG) for automatic fire response in buildings, industrial facilities, data centers and marine/offshore applications. Designed for hotels, offices, hospitals, residences, schools, and restaurants, with FM APPROVAL for data centers and HC-1 hazards and IMO Res. A.800(19) approval for marine.
• Dry Chemical-Based Suppression Systems Dry chemical powder suppression systems for Class A, B, C, D and K fires, available in local application and total flooding configurations for industrial and process protection.
• Foam-Based Suppression Systems Foam suppression systems for fire protection in industrial facilities and processes involving flammable liquids, hydrocarbon storage, and high fire load environments.
• Gas-Based Suppression Systems Gas suppression systems including CO2 systems, clean agent systems (FK-5-1-12) and inert gas systems (IG-541, IG-55, IG-100) for total flooding protection of occupied and unoccupied spaces such as electrical rooms, data centers and generator facilities.
• Manual Water-Based Suppression Systems Manual fire response equipment including fire hoses, dry and wet column hydrants, and fire extinguisher cabinets for building and industrial use.
• Smoke, Heat and Fire Control Systems Smoke and temperature control systems including smoke vents (exutoires), smoke barriers, fire curtains (UL-10D up to 180 minutes) and compartmentation systems for evacuation and ventilation in buildings and transport infrastructure.
• Fire Detection Systems Electronic fire detection systems and control panels for early fire warning across all phases of fire development, manufactured by the KOMTTECH division.
• Portable Fire Extinguishers

Quantifiable outcome

• Fire suppression in less than 1 minute from ignition with SIEXTMtrace ILP system
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and regional.

• International Water Mist Association (IWMA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Komtes Group, through its specialized water mist division RG Green Systems, became a member of IWMA based in Hamburg, Germany. IWMA celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023 and specializes in water mist technology advancement.
• Castilla y León Hydrogen AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Non-profit association seeking to deploy hydrogen technologies for energy transition and decarbonization. Promotes hydrogen production in Castilla y León for use as energy vector and fuel in industry, mobility and residential sector.
• Dis Fire SystemsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution company representing Komtes Group at Fire Australia 2023 exhibition in Sydney. Part of the group's international distribution network in the Asia-Pacific region.
• DIHBUcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital Innovation Hub Burgos promoting digital innovation. Komtes Group officially presented as a member of this association that promotes digital innovation.
• Gavi Initiative / La Caixa FoundationminorOthersKomtes Group collaborates with Gavi initiative through La Caixa Foundation to provide child vaccination in Mozambique and Ethiopia as part of corporate social responsibility.
• Underwriters Laboratories (UL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUL provides certification for Komtes Group products including SIEXTM trace ILP, GA2361, GA3361, GA1371 sprinklers, silent nozzle, IG-55 systems. One of the most recognized independent safety certification organizations.
• Factory Mutual (FM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFM provides approval for Komtes Group products including SIEXTM trace ILP, W-FOG UAP Water Mist System for data centers and HC-1 hazards, IG-541 nozzles. Prestigious international testing and certification organization.
• Bureau VeritascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBureau Veritas visited Komtes Group laboratory center to conduct official tests for Hazard Category 1 (HC-1) under FM5560 regulations - Appendix G alongside FM APPROVALS.
• IntertekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKoneba achieved UL-10D classification up to 180 minutes certified by Intertek, complying with standard for fire resistance tests of curtains for fire protection.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Minimax Viking Group: German-headquartered global fire protection manufacturer offering detection, sprinkler, gas, foam, and water-mist systems for industrial, marine, and infrastructure applications. Closest head-to-head comparable to Komtes in scale, full-portfolio approach, and European manufacturing footprint.
• Marioff (Carrier): Finland-based water-mist fire suppression specialist (HI-FOG system) owned by Carrier. Directly comparable to Komtes' RG Green Systems W-FOG platform in marine, data center, and industrial niches; competes head-to-head for similar FM/IMO-approved projects.
• Dafo Brand (Dafo Fomtec): Nordic fire protection manufacturer offering detection, foam, gas, and portable extinguisher solutions. Similar vertically integrated profile and customer overlap in industrial and marine segments.
• Fike Corporation: US-based privately held manufacturer of fire protection and explosion suppression systems including detection, gas suppression, and water mist. Comparable as a mid-sized integrated manufacturer serving industrial and process customers with similar specialty-product focus.
• Securiton: Swiss privately held fire detection and special fire suppression manufacturer serving industrial, transport, and infrastructure customers in Europe and select international markets. Comparable mid-sized integrated peer.

Regional players

• Gielle Industries: Italian fire protection systems manufacturer focused on Southern Europe and Mediterranean markets with detection, suppression, and extinguishers. Comparable product portfolio but smaller international reach than Komtes.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Sicherheitssysteme (Building Technologies): European-headquartered fire detection and evacuation systems competitor with strong DACH presence. Comparable in detection electronics and integration scope to KOMTTECH and Koneba offerings.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure (Fire Safety): Cerberus and Sinteso detection lines plus Desigo building safety integration. Competes with Komtes in large commercial, transport, and industrial fire detection projects globally with much broader installed base.
• Johnson Controls (Tyco Fire Protection): Global incumbent with the Tyco/ANSUL fire suppression and detection portfolio, serving the same commercial, industrial, and infrastructure customers as Komtes. Significantly larger but competes in sprinklers, gas suppression, and detection across all key verticals.
• Honeywell Building Technologies (Fire): Owns Notifier, Fire-Lite, ESI, and Xtralis VESDA detection brands plus engineered suppression. Global leader that overlaps directly with Komtes in fire detection (KOMTTECH), gas suppression (SIEX), and enterprise building fire systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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