What Hegla does

HEGLA GmbH & Co. KG is a privately held German industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1976 in Beverungen, Germany, specializing in equipment and systems for flat, automotive, and functional glass processing. The company designs and builds integrated production lines covering the workflow from raw-glass storage (KPL series automated, wireless, and manual storage systems), through loading (Rapidloader, Gantry, Compact Loader, AGV) and vacuum handling (V-H 150 Seculift, Hubfix, Akkufix), into cutting — both float glass (Galactic, Optimax, Rapidline, Rapidcut KT) and laminated safety glass (ProLam family including LSR laser-separation technology), and post-cutting handling through STB breakout stations, ReMaster remnant handling, SortJet sorting compressors, and the IG2Pieces insulated-glass separation system.

The business operates on a B2B, custom-quotation, capital-equipment model with multi-year service contracts. Revenue streams include new machine and system sales, an aftermarket spare-parts operation, a dedicated HEGLA Maintenance & Service arm (remote maintenance, preventive maintenance, operator training, UVV/VBG inspections), and a second-hand machines exchange. Group entities extend the platform into software (HEGLA-HANIC: ERP, MES, Industry 4.0), laser technology (HEGLA boraident), automotive transport (HEGLA Fahrzeugbau), wet machining of glass (RS Technology, acquired December 2025), and tempering furnaces (TAIFIN Glass Machinery Oy, majority stake since 2019).

Customer segments are predominantly enterprise glass processors, with additional exposure to window/door manufacturers and insulated-glass producers. HEGLA sells through a direct enterprise field-sales force with regional managers and dedicated sales contacts covering Germany, USA, France, UK, Poland, Spain/Portugal, Italy, Scandinavia, Turkey, MENA, Russia, India, China, Japan, and Latin America, supplemented by an active global trade-fair program (Glasstec, Fensterbau Frontale, Vitrum, Glassbuild America). The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (since 1995), operates three German plants plus US production (HEGLA Corp., Stockbridge, Georgia, opened 2020), and is privately held under family/management control with no external equity funding rounds disclosed.

Name

Hegla

Legal name

HEGLA GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://hegla.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

HEGLA is a privately held German industrial machinery company, founded 1976 in Beverungen, that designs and manufactures integrated production systems for flat, automotive, and laminated safety glass — covering storage, loading, cutting, breakout, sorting, and recycling — sold to enterprise glass processors, window/door manufacturers, and insulating-glass producers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Beverungen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Machine and System Sales: HEGLA generates primary revenue from manufacturing and selling glass processing machines including cutting systems, storage systems, loading systems, vacuum lifters, breakout stations, and sorting systems. Machines range from standalone cutting tables to fully automated cutting lines.
2. Spare Parts: Express spare parts service through extensive spare parts warehouse ensuring quick supply of common spare parts. Dedicated spare parts ordering contact and service.
3. Maintenance and Service: HEGLA Maintenance and Service (W&S) provides after-sales support including preventive maintenance, remote maintenance, on-site technician support, inspection services per UVV/VBG regulations, and operator training.
4. Second-hand Machines: Sale of refurbished/used HEGLA machines with combination of new and used components, offering favorable price/performance relationship for production start and extension.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HEGLA manufactures and sells machinery and systems for flat glass processing, including glass storage systems, vacuum lifters and handling devices, automated loading systems, CNC cutting systems for float glass and laminated safety glass (LSG), breakout stations, remnant handling systems, and sorting systems. The company also provides HEGLA-HANIC Industry 4.0 software (ERP/MES), HEGLA boraident laser marking technology, second-hand machines, and after-sales maintenance and service including remote support, inspection, spare parts, and operator training.

Product overview

HEGLA provides a comprehensive portfolio of machines and systems for flat glass processing, operating as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core mechanical engineering offerings include glass storage systems (KPL series), vacuum lifters and handling devices (VHG, Hubfix, V+H, Akkufix, Turnlift), loading systems (Rapidloader, Rapidstore, Gantry, AGV), cutting systems for float glass (Galactic, Optimax, Rapidline, Rapidcut KT, Formline KT), and LSG cutting systems (ProLam Neo LSR, ProLam, ProLam Kombi, ProLam Shape, ProLam LSR, AdvaLam, RapidLam Shape, EcoLam Plus). Supporting systems include STB breakout stations, ReMaster remnant handling systems (LSG, Float, Vertical), SortJet sorting compressors (online and offline), and the IG2Pieces insulated glass separation system. Digital offerings include the Shop-Floor Assistant app and HEGLA-HANIC software (ERP, MES, Cockpit). The HEGLA boraident sub-brand provides laser technology for marking and finishing. All products are supported by HEGLA Maintenance & Service with remote maintenance, inspection, and spare parts capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HEGLA-HANIC: Software solutions provider for the glass processing industry, offering ERP, MES, and Industry 4.0 solutions
• HEGLA boraident
• HEGLA Maintenance & Service
• HEGLA Fahrzeugbau
• HEGLA Corp.
• HEGLA Iberica

Products and services

• KPL-A Automated Storage System Automated glass storage system that automates glass storage and loading, increasing storage capacity through fully automated operations for industrial glass processors.
• KPL-F Wireless Storage System Space-saving, motor-driven wireless storage system for flat glass that expands storage capacity by up to 50% compared to fixed frames.
• KPL-MZ Manual Storage System Manual compact storage system for increasing glass storage capacity with manual operation, for smaller-scale glass processing operations.
• VHG Vacuum Lifters Vacuum lifters for safely removing individual pieces of raw glass from compact storage systems, sorting, and transporting to cutting lines.
• V-H 150 Seculift Vacuum Lifter Enhanced safety vacuum lifter with integrated safety check function for glass handling including tilting, depositing, and placing operations.
• Rapidloader Automated Loading System Automated loading system that loads blanks from up to 5x2 removal positions with fully automated process following precisely timed cycles for cutting lines.
• AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) Autonomous, self-driving transport vehicle for cycle-compatible transport of storage racks, A-racks, L-racks, and similar within glass processing facilities.
• Galactic Cutting System High-performance float glass cutting system using linear drive technology for cutting straight lines and shapes into float glass with high acceleration and precision.
• Optimax Cutting System Fully automated, customisable cutting system for maximum-performance float glass cutting operations.
• Rapidline Universal Cutting System Universal cutting system for float glass, popular for its versatility and reliability across various glass cutting applications.
• Rapidcut KT Cutting Table Stand-alone cutting table with linear drive for cutting shapes and straight lines into flat glass.
• ProLam Neo LSR LSG Cutting System Fully automated, high-performance cutting system for laminated glass with high throughput using laser separation technology (LSR).
• ProLam LSG Cutting System Automated cutting system for laminated glass with high cutting quality and productivity.
• ProLam LSR LSG Cutting System Laminated glass cutting system with LSR laser cutting technology providing greater productivity (20%+ increase) for laminated safety glass cutting using laser diode heating of the interlayer film.
• ProLam Kombi Combo Cutting System Automated combo-cutting system for flexible cutting of both laminated safety glass (LSG) and float glass on a single platform.
• AdvaLam LSG Cutting System Fully automated LSG cutting system designed for assembly lines, operating without operator required.
• EcoLam Plus LSG Cutting System Entry-level laminated safety glass cutting system for professional laminated glass cutting operations.
• STB Breakout Station Automated breakout station that breaks off subplates or downstream cuts of incised float or ornamental glass with high edge quality in precise synchronisation with cycle. Available in models STB 26, STB 33, STB 46, STB 60 for different maximum glass widths.
• LSG ReMaster Remnant Handling Space-saving storage system for reusable leftover laminated safety glass that stores remnants above the cutting system until optimal reuse.
• Float ReMaster Remnant Handling Automatic, space-saving remnant handling system that retains reusable remnants for further waste-optimised use in float glass cutting.
• SortJet (Online) Sorting Compressor Sorting compressor that creates continuous flow of glass between cutting and machining lines, maintaining pane quality through reduced manual handling.
• SortJet (Offline) Sorting Compressor Sorting compressor using harp racks for individual transport routes, suitable for challenging ambient conditions and complex production processes.
• IG2Pieces Insulated Glass Separation System Automated insulated glass separation system that separates end-of-life or defective IGUs into undamaged components for recycling, reuse, or repair. Handles double/triple glazing from 400x600mm to 1800x2500mm.
• Second-hand Machines Refurbished and used HEGLA machines offering favorable price/performance relationships for production start and extension, combining new and used components.
• HEGLA Maintenance & Service After-sales service providing fast, simple maintenance, repair services, and technical support including remote maintenance, inspection service per UVV/VBG regulations, preventive maintenance, spare parts supply, and operator training.
• HEGLA-HANIC Software Solutions Customer-specific software solutions for the glass processing industry including ERP (OptiPlus), MES (Opticap), Info Cockpit, and HMI/PLC systems for Industry 4.0 digitalization.
• HEGLA boraident Laser Technology Laser technology for product tracking, glass finishing, and marking applications including bird protection glass with laser printing.
• Shop-Floor Assistant App Mobile application providing digital process support for shop floor operations, helping shorten process times and close digitalisation gaps in glass production.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20% or more productivity increase with LSR laser separation technology
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• RS TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2025HEGLA Group acquired all limited partnership shares of RS Technology, entering the field of wet machining and processing of glass. RS Technology specializes in wet machining technology for glass processing. Agreement signed by managing directors Jochen H. Hesselbach and Bernhard Hötger with RS Technology's Friedrich Stimpfig.
• GlastoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 January 2024Glaston and HEGLA formed a partnership in the Asia-Pacific region. Both are leaders in their respective areas of business in the glass machinery industry for architectural and automotive glass. This partnership enables joint market coverage and complementary product offerings in the Asia-Pacific region.
• TAIFIN Glass Machinery OycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 5 September 2019HEGLA acquired a majority stake in TAIFIN Glass Machinery Oy, the Finnish manufacturer of tempering furnaces for safety glass. This strategic acquisition expanded HEGLA's product portfolio in the glass tempering sector.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Mappi International: Mappi (Italy) is a direct peer in glass processing machinery, particularly strong in tempering furnaces for safety glass — the same niche HEGLA tried to enter via TAIFIN — making it a directly comparable competitor in automotive and architectural safety glass equipment.
• Keraglass: Keraglass (Italy) is a direct peer producing complete glass processing lines including cutting, breaking, washing, drilling, and insulating glass assembly equipment, addressing the same architectural glass fabrication customer base as HEGLA.
• Glaston: Glaston (Finland) is the most direct peer to HEGLA — both are specialists in flat, architectural, and automotive glass processing machinery (cutting, tempering, insulating glass lines). Glaston is also HEGLA's explicit APAC distribution partner as of 2024, confirming direct category overlap.
• LiSEC Group: LiSEC (Austria) is a direct peer — a global specialist in machinery for the flat glass processing chain including cutting lines, insulating glass production, and glass handling/automation, addressing the same architectural and automotive glass customers as HEGLA.
• Bottero: Bottero (Italy) is a long-established direct peer in glass cutting, breaking, sorting, and handling machinery for float and laminated glass, directly competing with HEGLA's Optimax/Galactic/ProLam product lines in architectural and automotive segments.
• Biesse (Intermac): Biesse Group's Intermac division is a direct peer in glass processing machinery — cutting tables, sorting systems, and integrated lines for architectural and interior glass, competing head-to-head with HEGLA's cutting and handling portfolio globally.
• Bavelloni: Bavelloni (Italy) is a direct peer producing CNC cutting machines, edging lines, and handling systems for flat glass processors, overlapping directly with HEGLA's cutting tables and downstream glass processing workflow.
• CMS (Brembana / Costruzioni Macchine Speciali): CMS (Italy) is a direct peer in advanced glass machining — CNC cutting, waterjet, drilling, and edging — with comparable technology stack and customer base to HEGLA's float and LSG cutting systems in architectural and industrial glass applications.

Broad incumbents

• Bystronic: Bystronic (Switzerland) is a broad incumbent in sheet-metal and glass cutting systems with comparable linear-drive cutting technology. While its glass business is smaller than its metal-cutting core, it competes in industrial cutting platforms with similar automation and software stack concepts.

Emerging players

• Schiatti Angelo: Schiatti Angelo (Italy) is an emerging/regional player in flat glass processing machinery — cutting tables, edging, and drilling equipment — that competes with HEGLA's mid-tier cutting systems in European glass fabricator accounts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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