What Getzner Werkstoffe does

Getzner Werkstoffe GmbH is an Austrian, privately held specialist in vibration isolation, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Bürs, Austria, operating under the Getzner, Mutter & Cie. group. The company develops and manufactures proprietary polyurethane elastomer materials (Sylomer, Sylodyn, Sylodamp, Relomer) and elastomeric spring systems (Isotop) that decouple vibration and structure-borne noise across railway superstructure, building construction, and industrial machinery applications. Finished products include under-sleeper pads, rail pads, baseplate pads, ballast mats, mass-spring systems, acoustic floor mats, machine bearings, and the patented Sensor Sleeper for railway track monitoring.

The business model combines one-time sales of materials and engineered components with project-specific engineering consultation supported by in-house calculation tools (EquipCalc, FloorCalc). Pricing is quote-based and project-driven, with no public list. Getzner sells directly to enterprise customers through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Austria, Germany, France, USA, Japan, China, India, and Australia, plus a new production facility opened in Baramati, India in March 2026. FY2023 revenue reached €168M (12% YoY growth) with 90% generated internationally. The company holds DIBt national technical approvals, EN 16730 compliance for heavy-haul rail, CE certifications for construction products, and Environmental Product Declarations for core materials, and recently acquired a 50% stake in Italy's Isolgomma Srl to expand recycled-elastomer capability.

Name

Getzner Werkstoffe

Legal name

Getzner Werkstoffe GmbH

Website

https://getzner.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Getzner Werkstoffe is an Austrian, privately held specialist in polyurethane-based vibration isolation materials and elastomeric spring systems serving railway operators, construction companies, and industrial manufacturers across more than 60 countries via direct subsidiaries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vibration Isolation Materials

NAICS

Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220)

SIC

Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)

akta.pro primary industry

Vibration Control & Anti-Vibration Products (Mounts, Bushings, Isolators) (IMANALAD)

Keywords

• Vibration isolation materials
• Polyurethane elastomer products
• Railway track components
• Building base isolation
• Industrial vibration dampers

Headquarters

HQ city

Bürs

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 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. Vibration Isolation Materials and Components: Sale of proprietary polyurethane materials (Sylomer, Sylodyn, Sylodamp, Relomer) and finished products (rail pads, under sleeper pads, baseplate pads, acoustic floor mats, machine bearings) for vibration isolation applications.
2. Engineering Services and Consultation: Expert consultation services from planning through implementation and acceptance, including Getzner Calculation Tools (EquipCalc, FloorCalc) for vibration analysis and product selection.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Getzner Werkstoffe manufactures and sells proprietary polyurethane-based vibration isolation materials (Sylomer, Sylodyn, Sylodamp, Relomer) and elastomeric spring systems (Isotop) for railway track superstructure, building base isolation, and industrial machinery applications. The company also offers engineering consultation, patented Sensor Sleeper monitoring technology, and proprietary calculation software (EquipCalc, FloorCalc) as part of its comprehensive vibration protection portfolio.

Product overview

Getzner Werkstoffe is a leading global specialist in vibration isolation offering a comprehensive portfolio of materials and solutions for railway, construction, and industry sectors. The core product line centers on specialized polyurethane elastomers: Sylomer® (elastic polyurethane for general vibration isolation), Sylodyn® (next-generation material with higher dynamic stiffness for precision applications), Sylodamp® (high-damping material for impact loads), and Relomer® (sustainable recycled material). The Isotop® product series provides spring elements and vibration dampers combining metal with polyurethane for machine bearings. Beyond materials, Getzner offers digital solutions including the patented Sensor Sleeper technology for railway monitoring, software tools like EquipCalc and FloorCalc for product selection and design, and specialized product lines for construction (Acoustic Floor Mats, g-fit fitness products), rail (Under Sleeper Pads, Rail Pads, Mass-Spring Systems), and industry (machine bearings, pump bearings, HVAC solutions). The company also provides engineering services, expert consultation, and calculation tools as part of its comprehensive vibration protection offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sylomer: Elastic polyurethane material that effectively reduces vibration and structure-borne noise, with resilience and damping properties for versatile applications including flame-retardant Sylomer FR variant
• Sylodyn
• Isotop
• Sylodamp
• Relomer

Products and services

• Sylomer®

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 8% of all companies assessed by EcoVadis worldwide (2026)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Isolgomma SrlcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024In January 2024, Getzner Werkstoffe Holding GmbH acquired 50% of shares in Isolgomma Srl, a manufacturer of special products for sound insulation and vibration control based on recycled rubber. This represents a strategic step towards sustainability and support of material cycles. Isolgomma uses patented processes for preparation and emission-free manufacturing at its facility near Vicenza, Italy.
• Acoustic GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for distribution of ZIPS acoustic panel products in Russia. Acoustic Group combines acoustic knowledge with advanced product design, having developed the frameless sound insulation panel ZIPS since 1999. ZIPS provides additional noise insulation for existing walls with low build-up thickness.
• GCRE (Global Centre for Rail Engineering)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation collaboration between GCRE and Getzner focused on rail engineering solutions and development projects.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ContiTech (Continental AG): Continental's industrial rubber division produces vibration-control components and air springs for rail and industrial machinery. Operates as a broad-line incumbent with a much larger product portfolio than Getzner's focused elastomer specialization.
• Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics: Diversified global materials company with engineered polymer products including vibration-control foams and acoustic barriers for construction and industrial markets. A broader-portfolio incumbent with overlapping end-markets.

Direct peers

• Trelleborg AB: Trelleborg's Engineered Coated Fabrics and anti-vibration solutions overlap directly with Getzner's polyurethane-based vibration isolation offerings across rail, infrastructure, and industrial markets. Comparable broad polymer-materials heritage and global footprint make it the closest large-cap direct peer.
• VMC Group (Vibration Mountings & Controls): Manufacturer of vibration isolation and shock-control products for industrial, structural, and OEM applications. Direct competitor in spring-and-elastomer machine mounts and HVAC isolation solutions comparable to Isotop.
• Regupol BSW GmbH: German manufacturer of rubber-based impact-sound insulation, sports surfaces, and vibration protection products using recycled rubber. Closely aligned with Getzner's Relomer and Isolgomma sustainability positioning and construction acoustics portfolio.
• Mason Industries: US-based specialist in vibration isolation products for HVAC, structural, and industrial applications. Competes most directly with Getzner's Isotop and construction-acoustic offerings in North America.
• Kinetics Noise Control: Specializes in vibration isolation and noise control products for HVAC, mechanical, and structural applications. Overlaps with Getzner's industry and construction segments, particularly EquipCalc-driven machine-bearing solutions.
• Hutchinson SA (TotalEnergies): Manufactures rubber and polymer-based anti-vibration and acoustic components for rail, automotive, and industrial markets. Closely comparable product portfolio (mounts, mats, elastomer isolators) and rail-industry exposure.
• Farr Vibration Isolators: Specializes in vibration isolation systems for HVAC, mechanical equipment, and structural applications. Comparable focus on elastomeric and spring isolators for industrial and construction markets served by Getzner.
• Vibracoustic (Freudenberg Group): A leading specialist in vibration isolation and NVH solutions for automotive and industrial applications, now part of Freudenberg. Directly competes with Getzner's Isotop machine-bearing range and shares the polyurethane/elastomer technology base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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