Ekinex

What Ekinex does

Ekinex S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer of KNX-standard home and building automation systems, headquartered in Vaprio d'Agogna (Novara) and operating as part of the SBS Group alongside Caleffi. The company designs and produces a broad hardware portfolio centered on the Delégo supervision platform and six series of wall-mounted control devices (ERA, Proxima, Signum, 20venti, 71, FF), complemented by an extensive DIN rail module family (power supplies, dimmers, gateways, metering, thermal regulation, I/O modules), the DICO IP video intercom, the Sentio multiroom audio system, and the Revélo motorized TV lift line. All products are manufactured in Italy and emphasize aesthetic differentiation alongside KNX and DALI protocol interoperability, with voice control integration delivered via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant through the Delégo supervision layer.

The business model is hardware-led one-time sale, distributed exclusively through a global network of KNX-certified installers, system integrators, architects and OEMs — no direct-to-consumer channel. Ekinex monetizes across four vertical segments: residential (primary), hospitality (Delégo Suite, Accédo Key access control), marine/naval, and tertiary/commercial. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; project estimation is handled through the company's Quoter tool and partner network. Channel enablement is supported by EkinexLab (KNX certified training, webinars, video tutorials) and design tools (Planner, BIM libraries, Sales Kit) targeting architects and designers as upstream specification influencers.

The company markets an international footprint across approximately 20 countries, with dedicated regional sites for Australia, India, Czech Republic, and Hungary. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; headcount sits in the 11–50 range. Ekinex holds a registered trademark (ekinex®) and is a certified manufacturer member of the KNX Association, with no venture funding rounds, M&A activity, or public listing identified.

Name

Ekinex

Legal name

Ekinex S.p.A.

Website

https://ekinex.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ekinex S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer of KNX-standard home and building automation products, including wall controls, DIN rail modules, the Delégo supervision platform, DICO video intercoms, Sentio audio systems, and Revélo TV lifts, sold through certified installers to residential, hospitality, marine, and tertiary-commercial customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Automation Systems

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAGAJAB

Electromechanical Components (Relays, Switches, Potentiometers, Encoders)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Electronic Components for Industrial Applications (Passive/active components, industrial-grade modules)

SECONDARYIMAGAEAF

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Electrical Distribution & Wiring Devices (Panels, Breakers, Cables, Connectors)

SECONDARYIMAGAEAA

Low-Voltage Switchboards & Panelboards (LV distribution panels, MCCs, switchboards)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Electrical Distribution & Wiring Devices (Panels, Breakers, Cables, Connectors)

SECONDARYIMAGAEAH

Enclosures, Boxes & DIN-Rail Hardware (junction boxes, cabinets, panel enclosures, DIN rail, gland plates)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Electrical Distribution & Wiring Devices (Panels, Breakers, Cables, Connectors)

Keywords

• Home automation systems
• Building automation devices
• KNX control systems
• Smart home controls
• DIN rail modules

Headquarters

HQ city

Vaprio D'agogna

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: One-time sale of physical automation products including wall-mounted controls, DIN rail modules, video intercoms, audio systems, and TV lifts. Products are sold through certified installers.
2. Hospitality Solutions: Specialized solutions for the hospitality industry including Delégo Suite, Accédo Key, and access control systems.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Ekinex designs and manufactures KNX-standard home and building automation hardware and software, including the Delégo supervision platform, six series of wall-mounted control devices, DIN rail modules (power supplies, dimmers, gateways, metering, I/O, thermal regulation), DICO IP video intercoms, Sentio multiroom audio, and Revélo motorized TV lifts. Products are designed and manufactured in Italy and sold exclusively through a global network of certified KNX installers and system integrators serving residential, hospitality, marine, and commercial customers.

Product overview

Ekinex is an Italian manufacturer of KNX-based home and building automation systems offering a comprehensive product portfolio. The core offering centers on the Delégo supervision platform for centralized control of all connected systems, complemented by six series of wall-mounted control devices (ERA, Proxima, Signum, 20venti, 71, FF) featuring distinctive design aesthetics. Supporting infrastructure includes extensive DIN rail modules for power supply, dimming, gateway, metering, thermal regulation and control functions. Additional product lines encompass DICO IP video door phones, Sentio multiroom audio systems, Revélo motorized TV lifts, and dedicated hospitality solutions. The ecosystem is supported by design tools (Planner, Quoter), Ekinex Studio configuration software, and BIM libraries for architectural integration. All products are designed and manufactured in Italy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Delégo: Supervision and visualization system for home and building automation
• DICO
• Sentio
• Revélo
• EkinexLab
• Konnect4

Products and services

• Delégo Supervision System Supervision and control platform (server and panel variants) for centralized remote monitoring and management of all Ekinex KNX home and building automation systems, with voice assistant integration.
• ERA Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices with distinctive design aesthetics, customizable rockers and finishes for residential and commercial automation.
• Proxima Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices with sleek, modern design and emphasis on style for contemporary interiors.
• Signum Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices featuring strong visual characterization and bold design language.
• Serie 20venti Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices representing the evolution of Ekinex styling with modern aesthetics and customization options.
• Serie 71 Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices including options with IP65 waterproof protection for demanding environments.
• Serie FF Wall-Mounted Control Devices Series of KNX wall-mounted control devices designed for flush mounting applications with minimalist aesthetics.
• DIN Rail Modules Comprehensive range of DIN rail-mounted KNX and DALI control modules including power supplies, system devices, dimmers, gateways, universal interfaces, metering, I/O modules, thermal regulation actuators, and output actuators.
• DICO IP Video Door Phone IP-based video intercom system with elegant design and 5-inch display for intelligent building access and home control.
• Sentio Multiroom Audio System Multiroom audio system with speakers (Invisible Player, Laboratorio Audio, Classic Series), amplifiers, streamers, and subwoofers for whole-home music distribution.
• Hospitality Solutions Smart control solutions for hotels and accommodations featuring Delégo Suite guest-room control, Accédo Key access control, and integrated system architecture.
• Revélo TV Lift Systems Motorized TV lift systems (Under Bed and Up & Down variants), designed and manufactured in Italy, to conceal or reposition televisions and optimize space.
• Konnect4 Connectivity solution for KNX systems enabling enhanced integration capabilities within the Ekinex DIN rail ecosystem.
• Ekinex Studio Configuration Software Unified configuration platform for setting up DICO video intercom and Delégo Panel systems, used by installers and integrators.
• Planner Online Design Tool Online planning tool for defining project requirements, selecting finishes, and personalizing button configurations for Ekinex wall-mounted devices.
• Quoter Project Estimation Tool Project definition tool that guides users through identifying functions, solutions, and configurations for cost estimation of Ekinex systems.
• BIM Libraries for Wall-Mount Products Building Information Modeling (BIM) object libraries for Ekinex wall-mount products to support architectural design, planning, and specification workflows.
• KNX Secure RFID Access Control Reader and Card Holder KNX Secure RFID card reader and card holder for access control, available in white or black variants.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KNX AssociationcoreTechnology or IntegrationEkinex is a member and certified manufacturer for KNX standard. The KNX standard is the basis for Ekinex's home and building automation technology, enabling interoperability with other KNX-certified products worldwide.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Gira: German manufacturer of premium KNX-based building automation devices including wall controls, dimmers, and DIN rail modules. Direct comparable: design-led premium KNX positioning, similar product breadth across wall switches, audio, and intercoms, and multi-decade Made-in-Germany heritage.
• Jung: German premium KNX manufacturer with multiple wall-control series, DIN rail actuators, and integrated building automation systems. Closely comparable to Ekinex on product mix, premium positioning, and design differentiation.
• Basalte: Belgian designer and manufacturer of premium KNX wall controls, touch panels, and multiroom audio. Directly comparable: design-led premium KNX brand competing in the same luxury residential and hospitality niches.
• Hager: German manufacturer with strong KNX portfolio across DIN rail modules, wiring devices, and building automation. Direct competitor in the professional installer channel across Europe.
• Theben: German KNX manufacturer specializing in presence detectors, timers, dimmers, and HVAC actuators. Directly comparable as a DIN-rail-focused KNX player with a similar mid-size European industrial profile.

Broad incumbents

• ABB: Global electrical equipment giant offering ABB i-bus KNX alongside switches, DIN rail modules, and full building automation portfolios. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping KNX products but vastly larger scale and commercial reach.
• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation incumbent selling Wiser KNX products alongside broader electrical distribution. Overlaps with Ekinex in KNX switches, dimmers, and DIN rail modules, but competes from a much wider portfolio.
• Legrand (BTicino): Global electrical and digital building infrastructure group; BTicino is its Italian brand competing head-to-head with Ekinex in the Italian residential and hospitality KNX market. Direct competitor via MyHome/Legrand KNX ecosystem.
• Siemens: Global industrial conglomerate offering GAMMA instabus KNX building automation alongside much broader industrial and infrastructure portfolios. Comparable overlap in commercial-grade KNX control systems.
• Lutron Electronics: US-based premium lighting controls and shading specialist (Caséta, RA2, HomeWorks). Comparable in the premium lighting-control niche and design-led wall controls, though using proprietary protocols rather than KNX — represents an alternative architectural approach to the same end market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC3ONUSAjE3ZQ2v83vq4JT9g
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/Ekinex/411234202292673
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ekinex
• Instagraminstagram.com/ekinex.official
• Pinterestit.pinterest.com/ekinex
• Xx.com/ekinex_knx

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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