PMH International

What PMH International does

PMH International AB is a privately held Swedish lifting equipment specialist founded in 1974 and headquartered in Ystad, Sweden. The company manufactures, trades, and represents a comprehensive portfolio of industrial lifting and material handling equipment, including manual and electric chain hoists, pneumatic hoists, wire rope hoists, jib cranes (pillar, wall, and gantry-mounted), gantry cranes, profile rail systems, lifting carts, vacuum lifters, lifting magnets, lift tables, balancers, winches, and hydraulic jacks. PMH operates both as a direct manufacturer of customized crane solutions and as the exclusive Swedish commercial agent for several international brands: Hovmand A/S (Danish battery-powered lifting carts, since September 2020), KITO (Japanese hoists and lever blocks), J.D. Neuhaus (German pneumatic hoists), Logitrans (Danish stackers, drum turners, and roll handlers), and KITO ERIKKILA (Finnish portal cranes and traverser systems). The company sells to Swedish industrial customers across manufacturing, warehousing, food, pharmaceutical, paper/printing, and healthcare verticals, with a particular focus on hygienic-environment (IP66 stainless steel) and ATEX-certified explosive-environment applications.

The business model combines direct hardware sales with recurring service revenue from installation, maintenance, and training contracts. Pricing is quote-based and consultative rather than published, reflecting a multi-year contract structure tailored to each customer's product configuration, capacity, and specification. Distribution is exclusively direct to Swedish customers, supported by the PMH Hallen physical experience center, a content-marketing platform called Lyftskolan (Lifting School), and trade show participation including Trä & Teknik. Customers include industrial buyers such as Nederman (22-crane order in 2024), MH Modules Europe AB, Henjo/Ahlsell, an unnamed Swedish welding workshop, and an unnamed pharmaceutical company. The company has no external funding, no subsidiaries, no public listing, and no disclosed parent entity, and operates as a single-country business with no announced international expansion.

Name

PMH International

Legal name

PMH International AB

Website

https://pmh.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PMH International is a privately held Swedish lifting equipment specialist founded in 1974, manufacturing and distributing hoists, cranes, and material handling solutions to Swedish industrial customers across manufacturing, logistics, food, pharmaceutical, and healthcare verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lifting Equipment

NAICS

Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537)

akta.pro primary industry

Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic) (IMAHAJAG), Crane & Hoist Components (Wire Rope, Chain, Drums, Sheaves, Motors, Controls) (IMAHAJAK), Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial lifting equipment
• Material handling solutions
• Hoists and cranes
• Ergonomic lifting carts
• Overhead crane systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Ystad

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Lifting Equipment Sales: PMH sells a broad range of lifting equipment including hoists, cranes, lifting carts, vacuum lifters, and accessories. Products are sold directly to industrial customers with consultation-based sales approach.
2. Service and Maintenance: PMH offers comprehensive service agreements and training to ensure optimal performance of customer equipment. Service includes installation, maintenance, and ongoing support.
3. Customized Solutions: PMH provides tailored lifting solutions based on customer-specific needs, including customized portal cranes and specialized lifting equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PMH International manufactures, trades, and represents lifting equipment for industrial customers in Sweden. The company supplies a comprehensive portfolio of hoists (manual, electric, pneumatic, wire rope), jib cranes, gantry and profile rail cranes, battery-powered and manual lifting carts, vacuum lifters, lifting magnets, lift tables, stackers, drum turners, and roll lifters, sourced from international brands such as Hovmand, KITO, J.D. Neuhaus, Logitrans, and Erikkila, alongside its own crane systems. It also delivers installation, maintenance, training, and customised lifting solutions as part of a consultative, full-service offering.

Product overview

PMH International is a Swedish lifting equipment supplier offering a comprehensive, multi-brand product portfolio for industrial lifting and material handling. The core offering centers on overhead hoisting and crane systems (manual and electric chain hoists, pneumatic hoists, wire rope hoists, jib cranes, portal cranes, and gantry cranes), complemented by a broad range of ergonomic lifting carts and stackers from distributed brands (Hovmand, Logitrans, KITO, J.D. Neuhaus, ErikKila). The product range spans: manual hoists (lever blocks, ratchet hoists, pull hoists); electric and pneumatic telfrar (hoists); traverser/profilskena systems (profile rail cranes and portal/gantry cranes); svängkranar (pillar-mounted, wall-mounted, and gantry jib cranes); lyftvagnar (electric and manual lifting carts including Impact, INOX, Compact, E300, EMMA, LogiQ, Panther, and specialty models); blockvagnar/klämmor (beam trolleys and clamps); vakuumlyftare (vacuum lifters); lyftmagneter (lifting magnets); lyftbord (lift tables); balanslyftare (balance lifters); vinschar (winches); domkrafter (hydraulic jacks); kranvågar (crane scales); radiostyrning (radio remote controls); and accessories such as plate lifting gloves. PMH operates as both a direct manufacturer of crane systems and as a Swedish agent/distributor for international brands including Hovmand (Danish lifting carts, since 2020), KITO (Japanese hoists), J.D. Neuhaus (German pneumatic hoists), and ErikKila (Finnish profile rail systems). Services include sales, installation, maintenance, and training. The company has served the Swedish market since 1974.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PMH-Hallen: Related entity mentioned in privacy policy alongside PMH International AB.

Products and services

• Manual Hoists (Manuella lyftblock) Manual hoisting devices operated by hand levers or chain pulls, including lever blocks (spaklyftblock), ratchet hoist blocks (snabblyftblock), and pull hoists (draglyftblock), used for lifting and securing loads vertically and horizontally in industrial settings.
• Electric Hoists (Elektriska telfrar) Electric chain hoists including KITO EQ series with 2-speed frequency control and QuickLift function (capacities 125-1000 kg) and KITO EQS single-phase 230V models for sites with limited power access, used in workshops, warehouses, and industrial environments.
• Pneumatic / Air-Driven Hoists (JDN MINI) Pneumatic chain hoists from J.D. Neuhaus (JDN MINI series) in capacities of 125, 250, 500, and 980 kg, featuring integrated NFC chip, service app, 100% duty cycle, ATEX Zone 2 certification, and stainless steel options for food industry use.
• Wire Rope Hoists (Lintelfrar) Wire rope hoists for lifting, lowering, and moving heavy loads in industrial and warehouse applications.
• Jib Cranes (Svängkranar) Rotating jib crane systems including pillar-mounted (pelarsvängkranar), wall-mounted (väggsvängkranar), and gantry jib cranes (bockkranar) for localized lifting at machines, workstations, and assembly stations.
• Gantry Cranes & Profile Rail Systems (Traverser & Profilskenor) Gantry cranes and modular profile rail systems for overhead lifting, including portal traversers (portaltraverser) and workstation cranes, providing flexible and ergonomic load handling over defined work areas.
• Battery-Powered Lifting Carts (Hovmand Series) Battery-powered lifting carts from Hovmand A/S for ergonomic transport and lifting of crates, rolls, drums, and sacks. Models include Impact 80 (80 kg), Impact 130 (130 kg, ATEX certified), INOX 90 (stainless, IP66), E300 (stainless, 300 kg), EMMA 3 (kitchen/bakery, 100 kg), and Compact (60/100 kg).
• E-drive Motorized Lifting Cart Accessory Motorized drive wheel system for the Hovmand Impact 130 series, providing powered propulsion similar to an e-bike with sensor-controlled handle, integrated battery, and adjustable speed up to 5 km/h. Lifts up to 130 kg at 400 mm with lift height up to 2250 mm.
• Motorized Stackers (Logitrans SELF) Motorized counterbalanced stackers with AC drive for extended battery life, lift heights 920-3300 mm, capacities of 1000 and 1200 kg, ergonomic handle, stepless speed control, and optional attachments including roll lifters, drum turners, and platforms.
• Manual Stackers (Logitrans LF) Manual stackers with QuickLift for fast handling of lighter loads, available in lift heights 920, 1600, and 1650 mm with 1000 kg capacity, made of high-strength steel.
• Multi Drum Turners (Multi Fatvändare) Electric drum handlers handling steel and plastic drums from Ø300 to Ø600 up to 350 kg, with electric rotation, electric jaw opening/closing, touch screen control with programmable stop positions, 360° rotation, and logging of operating time and cycles.
• Roll Lifters (Rulllyftare) Manual roll lifting carts for easy roll change in machines, handling rolls up to Ø1270 mm diameter and 520 mm length, compact and maneuverable, compatible with roll rotators for complete roll handling workflow.
• Motorized Pallet Trucks (Panther Maxi) Motorized pallet trucks with AC drive, stepless speed control, capacity 1800 kg, fork lengths 600-2000 mm, featuring Multiflex steering handle, smooth and quiet operation.
• Vacuum Lifters (Vakuumlyftare) Vacuum-based lifting devices using suction to grip and lift flat or non-porous materials such as sheets, panels, and plates, enabling single-person operation of lifts that would otherwise require multiple workers.
• Lifting Magnets (Lyftmagneter) Electromagnetic or permanent lifting magnets for handling ferromagnetic materials such as steel plates, beams, and rounds without the need for slings or clamps.
• Lift Tables (Lyftbord) Scissor-lift tables that raise loads to ergonomic working heights, used for order picking, packing, and assembly operations, including stainless steel versions for hygienic environments.
• Balance Lifters (Balanslyftare) Spring or counterweight-based balancers that hold loads in suspension at a desired height, allowing precise positioning with minimal operator effort.
• Winches (Vinschar) Hoisting winches for pulling or lifting loads, available in manual and electric configurations for industrial and workshop applications.
• Hydraulic Jacks (Domkrafter) Hydraulic lifting jacks for heavy-duty lifting and jacking operations in industrial maintenance and construction settings.
• Crane Scales (Kranvågar) Load-measuring devices suspended from crane hooks or hoist lines to weigh loads during lifting operations.
• Radio Remote Control Systems (Radiostyrning) Radio remote control systems for wireless operation of hoists and cranes, enhancing operator safety and flexibility in industrial environments.
• Beam Trolleys & Clamps (Blockvagnar/klämmor) Beam trolleys and clamping devices that attach to I-beams or profiles for horizontal traversal of loads along overhead rail systems.
• Hospital Bed Tilter Specialised machine for lifting and tilting hospital beds to facilitate cleaning at wheels where multi-resistant bacteria accumulate, enabling ergonomic position for staff and reducing risk of musculoskeletal injuries while improving hygiene standards. Tilts up to 90 degrees.
• Scale Cart / Pallet Scale (Vågvagn) Pallet scale with built-in weighing system, four load cells, Tara/net function, counting function, zero reset, and battery indicator, weighing goods during transport with 99.95% accuracy and 1.0 kg division.
• Service & Maintenance Comprehensive service agreements, installation, maintenance, repair, and training to ensure optimal equipment performance, delivered by PMH's own service organisation for all distributed and proprietary lifting products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced workplace injuries through ergonomic lifting solutions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Hovmand A/ScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 September 2020PMH is the Swedish agent for Hovmand lifting carts since September 2020. Hovmand, a Danish manufacturer with over 50 years of experience, produces battery-powered lifting carts for efficient goods handling. The partnership allows PMH to offer ergonomic solutions including models in stainless steel and ESD-safe versions for the Swedish market.
• KITOcoreTechnology or IntegrationKITO is a key supplier of chain hoists and lever blocks to PMH. KITO products feature unique technologies like Quicklift (increasing lifting speed by 30%) and centrifugal brake safety systems. PMH offers KITO EQ chain hoists, KITO EQS single-phase hoists, and KITO LB lever blocks.
• J.D. Neuhaus GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationJ.D. Neuhaus (founded 1745, over 200 employees worldwide) supplies pneumatic and hydraulic lifting equipment to PMH. The JDN MINI series features innovative NFC chip technology and service apps for digital documentation access. PMH premiered the JDN MINI at the Underhållsmässan trade show in Gothenburg.
• LogitranscoreTechnology or IntegrationLogitrans supplies material handling equipment including manual and electric stackers, lift trucks, multi fat turners, and roll handlers. PMH offers Logitrans products for warehouse and production applications, including stainless steel equipment for hygienic environments.
• KITO ERIKKILAcoreTechnology or IntegrationKITO ERIKKILA supplies portal cranes and traverser systems to PMH. The Erikkila single-beam portal crane featured in customer cases provides stable and flexible lifting solutions for industrial applications. PMH delivers customized Erikkila portal cranes with robust steel construction for modern production environments.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Certex Lifting Solutions: Certex is a Swedish lifting equipment distributor and rope/rigging specialist offering hoists, cranes, and lifting accessories across Sweden and the Nordics. Most directly comparable peer due to overlapping product mix (hoists, cranes, slings, services) and a Swedish market focus identical to PMH.
• Tractel Group: Tractel is a French-headquartered global specialist in lifting, load measurement, and access equipment for construction and industry. Comparable as a multi-product lifting equipment specialist with distribution footprints in Europe; overlaps with PMH on hoists, cranes, and lifting accessories.
• ABUS Kransysteme: ABUS is a German manufacturer of crane systems (overhead travelling cranes, jib cranes, hoists) sold across Europe. Comparable on jib cranes, overhead cranes, and hoists where PMH directly competes through its KITO Erikkila portal and pillar jib offerings.
• Stahl CraneSystems: Stahl CraneSystems is a German-based global manufacturer of hoists and crane components (explosion-proof, heavy-duty). Directly comparable to PMH on chain hoists, electric hoists, and explosion-proof lifting solutions for industrial customers, including those in Nordic markets.

Broad incumbents

• Konecranes: Konecranes is a Finnish-headquartered global leader in industrial cranes, hoists, and service. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the same crane and hoist category with overlapping Swedish customer base, but with much larger scale, direct manufacturing, and a strong service/Aftermarket business model.
• Cargotec / Hiab: Cargotec's Hiab brand is one of the world's leading manufacturers of loader cranes, forestry cranes, and material handling equipment. Overlaps with PMH on the lifting equipment category, serves Sweden/Nordics, but operates at much larger scale and with proprietary manufacturing rather than distribution.
• Demag (Terex): Demag is a long-established German manufacturer of industrial cranes, hoists, and components now part of Terex. Comparable as an incumbent crane/hoist supplier serving Swedish customers, but with proprietary manufacturing and a far broader global footprint than PMH.
• Jungheinrich Sweden: Jungheinrich is a global intralogistics company offering forklifts, stackers, pallet trucks and warehouse equipment, with direct Swedish operations. Comparable to PMH on stackers, lifting carts, and warehouse material handling, but at much larger scale with proprietary manufacturing and direct sales/service network.
• Toyota Material Handling Sweden: Toyota Material Handling sells forklifts, powered pallet trucks, and stackers via a Swedish subsidiary. Comparable on industrial trucks, stackers, and warehouse equipment categories where PMH also competes via Logitrans and other partners, but operates as a vertically integrated OEM rather than a multi-brand distributor.

Regional players

• Ahlsell Sverige: Ahlsell is a leading Nordic technical wholesale distributor serving tradesmen and industrial customers with tools, lifting equipment, PPE, and consumables. Overlaps with PMH on lifting and material handling product distribution in the same Swedish market, though its catalog is broader and less specialized than PMH's lifting focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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