What Fandis does

Fandis S.p.A. is an Italian privately held manufacturer founded in 1984 by Roberto Brioschi and headquartered in Borgo Ticino, Italy. The company designs and produces thermal management solutions for electrical panels and industrial enclosures, organized into four solution areas: ventilation systems (filter fans, roof exhaust units, frame fans, external rotor fans, EC electronically commutated fans), climate control systems (Peltier-effect thermoelectric cooling units, air conditioners, PTC anti-condensation heaters), ambient control systems (thermostats, hygrostats, and the Sensis IIoT monitoring device), and electro-technical systems (LED panel lighting, door limit switches). Proprietary technologies include Peltier-effect thermoelectric cooling without gas refrigerants, PTC self-adjusting resistors, EMC-shielded filter fans, EC permanent-magnet brushless fans, and IIoT-enabled remote monitoring via Sensis.

The company operates two business units—Thermal Management (core) and Genius/Blinds (windows and insect-protection products)—under a single corporate vision. Its customer base is industrial electrical panel manufacturers and OEMs across multiple verticals including HVAC/refrigeration, food & beverage, and maintenance/service operations. The company generates revenue primarily through B2B hardware sales (quote-based pricing, multi-year contract billing) via a worldwide distributor and reseller network, supplemented by direct enterprise field sales through Italian regional area managers and a wholly-owned Fandis North America subsidiary (New York sales office plus Rocky Mount NC warehouse). The company maintains ISO 9001 certification and compliance with REACH, RoHS, TSCA, PFAS, and other regulatory frameworks. A €1.86M energy efficiency and renewable energy investment program is financed in part by the POR FESR European Regional Development Fund (2021-2027).

Name

Fandis

Legal name

Fandis S.p.A.

Website

https://fandis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fandis S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer founded in 1984 that designs thermal management solutions—ventilation, cooling, heating, and IIoT monitoring—for electrical panel manufacturers and industrial enclosure users worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Thermal Management Equipment

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Fans, Blowers & Ventilation Units (Supply/Exhaust/Inline) (IMADANAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Thermal Management Components (Heat sinks, TIMs, fans/blowers, thermal pads) (IMAGAJAL), Refrigeration Components & Controls (Compressors, Valves, Sensors) (IMAHAKAH), Heat Exchangers & Thermal Transfer Equipment (IMAHAKAC)

Keywords

• Thermal management systems
• Electrical panel cooling
• Enclosure ventilation
• Industrial climate control
• Filter fans

Headquarters

HQ city

Borgo Ticino

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Thermal Management Hardware Sales: Design and production of ventilation, lighting, air conditioning and environmental control systems for electrical panels, including components and accessories. Revenue generated through direct product sales to industrial customers via distribution network.
2. Mosquito Nets and Roller Blinds (Genius): Windows and door solutions for sun and insects protection including speed reducers, spring adjustment devices and accessories through the Genius and Blinds business unit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fandis designs and manufactures thermal management hardware for electrical panels and enclosures, including filter fans, roof exhaust units, frame fans, external rotor fans, anti-condensation heaters, cooling units (air conditioners and thermoelectric units), thermostats, hygrostats, LED lights, and enclosure safety components. The company also offers the Sensis IIoT device for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance of panel climate conditions. Products are sold to industrial OEMs and panel builders through a global network of distributors and direct sales offices.

Product overview

Fandis is a manufacturer of thermal management solutions for electrical panels, offering a comprehensive portfolio of hardware products organized into four main solution areas: ventilation systems (filter fans, roof exhaust units, frame fans, external rotor fans), climate control systems (cooling units, thermoelectric units, anti-condensation heaters), ambient control systems (thermostats, hygrostats, twin thermostats, Sensis IIoT device), and electro-technical systems (LED lights, enclosure components, door limit switches). The core products include Filter Fans and Roof Exhaust Units, Frame Fans, External Rotor Fans, Anti-condensation Heaters, Cooling Units, Ambient Control devices, LED Lights, and Enclosure Components. Fandis also distributes the NMB (Japanese) brand for frame fans under exclusive partnership for Italy. The Sensis device represents the company's entry into Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) for electrical panel monitoring.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Genius and Blinds: Windows and door solutions for sun and insects' protection, including speed reducers, spring adjustment devices and accessories.
• NMB
• Costech
• Sensis

Products and services

• Filter Fans and Roof Exhaust Units Filter fan units and roof exhaust units that channel filtered ambient air to maintain uniform temperature inside electrical cabinets and panels. Available in multiple protection ratings (IP24 to IP56) and AC or DC power options. Designed for industrial electrical panel manufacturers and OEMs.
• Frame Fans Compact axial and centrifugal fans available in standard and dust-protected versions for managing temperature of components inside electrical panels. Includes the NMB Japanese-made line (distributed exclusively in Italy) and the cost-effective Costech series, as well as EC electronically commutated models for high energy efficiency. For electrical panel manufacturers and OEMs requiring reliable cooling of electronic components.
• External Rotor Fans Compact, well-balanced fans with stator and windings housed inside the rotor, featuring adjustable rotation speed and good motor cooling for ventilation applications in electrical panels. For OEMs and panel builders needing space-efficient and reliable airflow management.
• Anti-Condensation Heaters PTC resistor-based heating systems that protect electrical panel components from condensation and corrosion while maintaining optimal operating temperatures. Touch-safe versions available with plastic or metal cover. Designed for industrial enclosures exposed to humidity variations.
• Cooling Units Thermoelectric units (Peltier effect) and wall-/roof-mounted air conditioners (CCU Series) using refrigeration cycle technology to cool electrical panels and maintain optimal temperature ranges. Filterless design and maintenance-free operation for industrial panel builders and OEMs.
• Ambient Control Systems for Electrical Panels Thermostats, twin thermostats, hygrostats, and the Sensis IIoT device for monitoring and controlling temperature and humidity levels inside electrical enclosures. Sensis provides network connectivity, real-time interaction with field and network bus, and predictive maintenance and diagnostics capabilities. For industrial panel manufacturers and end-users seeking climate control and remote monitoring.
• LED Lights for Electrical Panels LED lamps for interior lighting of electrical enclosures with up to 100,000 hours life, adjustable light beam (40° per side), multiple fixing options (screw or magnetic), and motion-sensor (PIR) controlled systems. Designed for optimal visibility during maintenance, inspection, and control operations.
• Enclosure Components Safety devices for electrical panels including door limit switches and flashing signal devices for safe operations and maintenance. Designed for panel builders and industrial OEMs requiring safety compliance.
• Ventilation Systems Solutions Integrated ventilation solutions for switchboards and electronics, ranging from compact fans to high-volume air movement systems and filtered ventilation systems. Targeted at industrial panel manufacturers requiring professional airflow management for electrical and electronic components.
• Climate Control Systems Solutions Integrated climate control solutions for electrical panels, combining heaters and cooling units to maintain an optimal temperature inside enclosures for correct functioning of electronic components. Targeted at industrial panel manufacturers and end-users requiring full temperature management.

Quantifiable outcome

• LED lamps can last up to 100,000 hours compared to ~1,000 hours for incandescent and ~10,000 hours for fluorescent lamps
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

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.

• NMB (Nippon Motor Bushokai)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership for Italy of NMB compact fans. NMB is a prestigious Japanese brand known for excellent construction quality in frame fans for high-performance applications. Fandis serves as the exclusive Italian distributor for this brand.
• Genius and BlindscoreOthersRelated brand under same corporate vision. Provides windows and door solutions for sun and insects protection, including speed reducers, spring adjustment devices and accessories. Part of the two-business-unit structure under Fandis corporate umbrella.
• CSIA (Control System Integrators Association)minorOthersMembership in CSIA shown on Fandis North America page, indicating affiliation with control system integrators industry association in North America.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Pfannenberg: German-headquartered manufacturer of thermal management products for electrical enclosures, including filter fans, cooling units, heaters and thermostats — directly competes with Fandis across the same product categories and customer base of panel builders.
• Stego Elektrotechnik: Specialist in thermal management accessories for electrical enclosures (heaters, fans, hygrostats, thermostats, LED lights). Closely comparable niche player serving the same panel builder and OEM customer base as Fandis.
• Seifert Systems: Manufactures enclosure cooling units, heat exchangers and filter fans for industrial cabinets. Overlaps directly with Fandis' cooling unit and ventilation lines for electrical panel applications.
• Kooltronic: US-based manufacturer of air conditioners, heat exchangers and fans for electrical and electronic enclosures. Overlaps with Fandis on cooling units and ventilation for industrial panels, with similar customization strength.
• ICOR Group: Italian competitor producing cooling units and air conditioners for electrical enclosures — same home market as Fandis with directly comparable cooling unit portfolio and customer segments.
• Costech International: Italian manufacturer of cooling units and thermoelectric devices for electrical enclosures. Fandis distributes the Costech frame fan line, but Costech also competes with Fandis in cooling and panel climate products.

Broad incumbents

• Rittal: Global leader in industrial enclosures that also offers filter fans, cooling units and climate control as part of a much broader enclosure, power distribution and IT infrastructure portfolio — competes with Fandis but as a non-specialist.
• nVent Hoffman: Major enclosure manufacturer offering thermal management accessories (fans, air conditioners, heaters) within its broader electrical enclosure portfolio; comparable but operates at much larger scale and broader scope than Fandis.
• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation giant whose Spacial/Thalassa enclosure lines bundle thermal accessories, competing with Fandis primarily through OEM design-ins at large panel builders.

Emerging players

• Eldon (nVent): European enclosure brand offering thermal management accessories as part of its product range; overlaps with Fandis on filter fans and accessories, though thermal management is not its core focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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