KiebackandPeter

What KiebackandPeter does

Kieback&Peter is a privately held German building automation specialist headquartered in Berlin, founded in 1927, serving commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, and public-sector building operators across Germany and eight European countries. The company designs, manufactures, and services an integrated stack of approximately 1,300 branded products including the DDC4000 automation controllers, MD-series valve actuators (MD15-Bus, MD50-Bus, MD100-RE), HVAC sensors, and the Qanteon Building Energy Management System (BEMS), available as on-premise software or as the Qanteon CS cloud deployment with remote maintenance and diagnostics via the Connect platform. Proprietary hardware is manufactured exclusively in Germany at the Mittenwalde and Trier production facilities.

The company's commercial model combines hardware sales, recurring software (Qanteon on-premise and cloud subscriptions), professional services (TGA/MSR planning and system integration), and managed services for operations, maintenance, and optimization, distributed through 50+ branch offices and approximately 1,700 employees worldwide. Go-to-market is field-sales-led with localized account coverage, supported by trade fairs (ISH, Light + Building), webinars, PR, employer branding, and a Berlin-based customer training center. Customers include CA Immo (cube berlin), Mercedes Benz, Kinderzentrum Bethel, Friedrichstadt-Palast Berlin, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, VfL Wolfsburg, and KaDeWe, spanning real estate, healthcare, entertainment, sports, retail, automotive, and culture.

The strategic agenda in 2024-2025 centers on AI-enabled decarbonization through the en:solutions family (en:air, en:hybrid, en:predict, en:key) and the CO2-Fahrplan program, supported by majority ownership of Christoph Paul Ritzkat and a 49% minority stake held by Trane Technologies from November 2025. Recent inorganic moves include the acquisition of a majority stake in ICM-Technologies GmbH (January 2025) and a strategic partnership with LOYTEC electronics (September 2025), alongside the planned relocation to a climate-neutral headquarters at Innsbrucker Platz from 2027.

Name

KiebackandPeter

Legal name

Kieback & Peter GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://kieback-peter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Kieback&Peter is a Berlin-based, 1927-founded German building automation specialist that designs, manufactures, and services integrated hardware (controllers, actuators, sensors) and software (Qanteon BEMS) for commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and public-sector building operators across Germany and eight European countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of proprietary and branded building automation hardware including controllers, actuators, sensors, and I/O modules. Portfolio comprises approximately 1,300 brand products made in Germany.
2. Software and Cloud Solutions: Qanteon building and energy management software available as on-premise or cloud solution (Qanteon CS) with remote maintenance and diagnostics capabilities.
3. Professional Services: Planning and implementation services (TGA/MSR planning), system integration, and operational support for building automation projects over the entire building lifecycle.
4. Maintenance and Optimization Services: Ongoing operation, maintenance and optimization services for building technical systems following standards such as VDMA 24186-4 or AMEV KG 480, including remote access capabilities.
5. Training Services: Customer training center in Berlin offering seminars and training programs on building automation, measurement, control and regulation technology, energy and building management.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Kieback&Peter designs, manufactures, and services intelligent building automation systems, combining proprietary hardware (controllers, actuators, sensors) with the Qanteon building and energy management software platform and the en:solutions application family. It delivers turnkey automation for HVAC, energy, fire protection, and access control across commercial, public, healthcare, education, industrial, and residential buildings, supported by planning, integration, maintenance, and training services through approximately 50 branch locations.

Product overview

Kieback&Peter offers a comprehensive portfolio of approximately 1,300 branded products for building automation, organized around four core product categories: Software (Qanteon EMS/BMS platform, Qanteon CS cloud solution, Connect remote maintenance platform), Controllers (DDC4000 automation system with I/O modules and gateways), Actuators (MD15/MD50 micro actuators, MD100-RE multi-function actuator), and Sensors (temperature and humidity sensors for HVAC). The portfolio is complemented by the en:solutions family (en:air for ventilation, en:hybrid for hybrid heating, en:predict for AI-based energy prediction, en:key for access control) and specialized solutions including CO2-Fahrplan for decarbonization, fire protection integration, and room automation. Products support multiple protocols including BACnet MS/TP and Modbus, are manufactured in Germany (Berlin headquarters, production facilities in Mittenwalde and Trier), and are distributed through approximately 50 locations worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Qanteon: Integrated building and energy management software (BEMS) combining EMS and BMS in one software or cloud solution.
• en:solutions
• en:air
• en:hybrid
• en:predict
• DDC4000
• Connect

Products and services

• Qanteon Building and Energy Management System (BEMS) Integrated Energy Management System (EMS) + Building Management System (BMS) software available as on-premise or cloud solution (Qanteon CS); certified for BACnet Protocol Revision 1.20 and ISO 27001/50001; enables remote maintenance and diagnostics for building owners, operators, and facility managers.
• Qanteon CS (Cloud Solution) Cloud-based deployment of the Qanteon BEMS platform offering the same EMS+BMS functionality as the on-premise product, hosted in cloud infrastructure for building operators preferring SaaS delivery.
• DDC4000 Automation System Controller family for room automation and complex smart building projects, including I/O modules and gateways; BTL-certified and AMEV-tested, compliant with BACnet Protocol Revision 1.20.
• en:solutions Solution Family Solution family combining en:air (ventilation optimization), en:hybrid (hybrid heating control), en:predict (AI-based energy prediction), and en:key (access control); enables measurable energy savings for investors, owners, and operators.
• en:air Ventilation Control Intelligent ventilation control preventing energy waste through demand-based control while ensuring consistent air quality; delivers an average 30% operating cost reduction for central ventilation systems.
• en:hybrid Heating Control Smart controller for hybrid heating systems that combines condensing boilers or low-temperature boilers with heat pumps, solar energy, or CHP units; contributes to CO2 reduction in buildings.
• en:predict AI-based Energy Prediction AI and machine-learning based solution that learns from historical building data to forecast HVAC energy demand and optimize consumption; DGNB certified for sustainable building optimization and decarbonization.
• MD15 / MD50 Micro Actuators Compact valve actuators with BACnet MS/TP and Modbus dual communication interfaces; MD15-LP-HE variants offer 10x lower energy use during position holding and 24x lower per cycle versus conventional thermoelectric actuators.
• MD100-RE All-in-One Valve Actuator All-in-one valve actuator consolidating functions of MD50Y, MD200A90, MD200Y, MD210A90, and MD210Y models in a single device; designed for flexible, high-performance HVAC applications.
• Lokale Vorrangbedienung (LVB) Local Override Device Touchscreen local override device for room automation featuring self-explanatory operation, easy installation, digital configurability, and secure operation; UX Design Award 2023 winner in the Product category.
• Connect Remote Maintenance Service Platform Service platform for remote control and management of automation systems via the internet from any location; supports remote access and automated system notifications, reducing travel costs and enabling efficient desk-based building operations.
• Qanteon ReadMe Mobile App Mobile application for capturing meter readings with automatic synchronization to Qanteon software, reducing time and effort for manual meter reading and providing reliable data for energy optimization.
• CO2-Fahrplan (CO2 Roadmap) Solution Solution package for reducing CO2 emissions in buildings, enabling investors, owners, and operators to achieve climate-neutral building stock in 3 steps over 3 months; addresses climate protection, digitalization, and sustainability challenges.
• Planning & Implementation Services TGA/MSR planning and system integration services across the building lifecycle for building owners, operators, and developers commissioning building automation projects.
• Operation, Maintenance & Optimization Services Ongoing operation, maintenance and optimization services for building technical systems, performed by qualified service technicians to standards including VDMA 24186-4 and AMEV KG 480; includes remote-access support and optimization.
• Building Automation Training Programs Seminars and training programs delivered at the Kieback&Peter customer training center in Berlin covering measurement, control and regulation (MSR), TGA, energy and building management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% energy cost reduction through building digitization with Qanteon
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Ronald McDonald Haus JenaminorOthers · 27 November 2025Erfurt branch visited Ronald McDonald Haus Jena for Nikolaus tradition, bringing homemade cookies and gifts to provide families a piece of normalcy during challenging times.
• LOYTEC electronicscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2025Strategic partnership between two European technology leaders in building automation to jointly develop innovative solutions for intelligent room automation. The cooperation is openly designed and complements existing partnerships of both companies.
• OFB ProjektentwicklungcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Partnership for development of new Kieback&Peter headquarters at Innsbrucker Platz. OFB Projektentwicklung is developing THE FRIEDENAUER building complex where Kieback&Peter's new climate-neutral headquarters will be located from 2027.
• Annedore-Leber-Berufsbildungswerk (ALBBW)minorOthers · 12 March 2025Intensified cooperation in vocational training for young people with disabilities. Goal is to strengthen professional orientation and training of people with support needs through synergies.
• Stadthalle ZwickauminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 January 2025Kieback&Peter became new climate partner of Stadthalle Zwickau. As leading building automation expert, brings know-how for intelligent and energy-efficient solutions. Goals: reduce CO2 emissions, promote sustainability, improve comfort for event guests.
• ICM-Technologies GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 January 2025Kieback&Peter acquired a majority stake in ICM-Technologies GmbH. This strategic move strengthens market position and expands the service portfolio with future-oriented solutions in meter technology and digital data infrastructure.
• Gewandhausorchester LeipzigminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 October 2024Kieback&Peter became new Premium Partner of the renowned Gewandhausorchester from the 2024/2025 season, supporting the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig in promoting energy efficiency.
• VfL WolfsburgminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 August 2024Kieback&Peter became official climate partner of VfL Wolfsburg from season 2024/2025. Partnership between private business and professional sports for sustainability and environmental protection.
• VDMA Fachverband AMGminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 October 2023Kieback&Peter is platinum sponsor of VDMA Fachverband Automation + Management für Haus + Gebäude campaign 'Alles statt einzeln' (Everything instead of individually) emphasizing sustainability of buildings through building automation.
• Kassel HuskiesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 August 2023Kieback&Peter became official climate partner of Kassel Huskies (DEL2 ice hockey) from season 2023/2024. Responsible for energy management in the Nordhessen-Arena.
• Füchse BerlincoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 June 2023Kieback&Peter is official main sponsor and jersey sponsor of Füchse Berlin handball team. Partnership based on shared values and vision for sustainability. The Füchse Berlin are the world's first certified sustainable handball club. Kieback&Peter also sponsors the women's team (Spreefüxxe) and youth program (Jungfüchse).
• HUMOR HILFT HEILENminorOthers · 15 June 2023Three-year community project with the Kinderzentrum am EvKB in Bielefeld. Kieback&Peter provides secure building technology and financial support for humor workshops strengthening team cohesion and dealing with patients.
• V4B Systems SrlminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 November 2022Joint venture founded by CMB, Kieback&Peter and PROSOFT in Carpi, Italy. Goal is to create functional integration between building automation and digitized large-scale projects, establish effective knowledge exchange, and develop more innovative, efficient buildings and infrastructure.
• ClimatePartnerminorOthers · 1 September 2022ClimatePartner supports Füchse Berlin in measuring CO2 footprint and implementing climate protection projects. ClimatePartner is the market leader in climate protection for companies with over 6,000 customers.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Smart Infrastructure (Building Products): Siemens Desigo and Building X portfolios are the closest large-scale European BMS competitors, serving similar commercial real estate, healthcare, and industrial customers with comparable BACnet-based offerings.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell's BMS division offers Niagara-based building automation platforms competing directly with Qanteon across commercial and industrial facilities globally, with deeper North American reach and broader portfolio.
• Schneider Electric (EcoStruxure Building): Schneider's EcoStruxure Building Operation is a direct BMS competitor with stronger IoT/cloud positioning and broader energy management scope, overlapping with Qanteon's EMS+BMS positioning.
• ABB Building Automation: ABB offers KNX and ABB i-bus building automation portfolios overlapping with Kieback&Peter's room automation and DDC4000 controllers, particularly in commercial and industrial facilities.

Emerging players

• Beckhoff Automation: German PC-based automation specialist increasingly competing in building automation with TwinCAT-based solutions; comparable technology stack and German engineering heritage, though broader industrial focus.

Others

• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC and climate solutions incumbent that acquired a 49% minority stake in Kieback&Peter in November 2025; competes in adjacent BAS/HVAC space and is now a strategic investor and channel partner.

Direct peers

• LOYTEC Electronics: Austrian BMS specialist with L-INX/L-ROC controllers and LWEB software; Kieback&Peter announced a strategic partnership with LOYTEC in 2025 to jointly develop room automation, indicating direct competitive overlap.
• Johnson Controls: Johnson Controls' Metasys and OpenBlue platforms compete head-to-head with Kieback&Peter's Qanteon across enterprise commercial buildings, with strong European service networks and similar hardware-plus-software positioning.
• WAGO Kontakttechnik: German manufacturer of BACnet/Modbus controllers and I/O modules competing in the same automation tier as Kieback&Peter's DDC4000 system, with comparable target customers and Made-in-Germany positioning.
• Sauter AG: Swiss-German BAS specialist with comparable product portfolio (controllers, room automation, BMS software) and similar mid-market focus in DACH, making it a close functional competitor in the same geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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