What Maplan does

MAPLAN GmbH is a privately held Austrian industrial machinery manufacturer headquartered in Kottingbrunn and operating under Soulier Holding GmbH as part of the SOULIER GROUP. Founded in 1974 and employing 51–100 people, the company specializes in elastomer injection moulding machines and integrated production cell solutions for the rubber and silicone processing industry, positioning itself as a 360-degree system supplier.

The company's core technology is a proprietary stack of injection moulding hardware and supporting systems. Its machine portfolio spans multiple model families (RAPID+, ERGO+, ERGOMAX+, CLEVER+, EASY+, FORCE+, MULTI+ 2K, BOTTOM+, SPECIAL+) differentiated by speed, ergonomics, force, and configuration, supported by a unified MAP.commander C6 CC cell control platform, MAP.cooldrive servo-hydraulic drives, MAP.crb cold runner systems, MAP.mate robotic automation, and MAP.autocell integrated production cells. Manufacturing is anchored at the Austrian HQ and a wholly-owned plant in Malacky, Slovakia, with regional sales and service subsidiaries in Germany (WEASystec, MAPLAN Deutschland, MAPLAN Systems), France (MAPLAN France), and Italy (A.TE Technologies).

MAPLAN's business model is enterprise direct sales of high-ticket capital equipment, complemented by aftermarket services including spare parts, upgrades, training, a rebuy/upcycling program, and refurbished machines. Standard machines are available for immediate delivery while customized solutions are sold through individual engineering consultation. The company is ISO 9001 certified, exhibits at major trade events (DKT, K-Show, PLAST Milan), and serves named enterprise customers including GFT, WEGU, SIMP, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, IPACS, BIELEI Gummitech, WESTLAND, and AT Gomma Italy. Geographic expansion into India and the transition of its Italian partnership to a wholly-owned subsidiary in 2023 signal the current strategic agenda.

Name

Maplan

Legal name

MAPLAN GmbH

Website

https://maplan.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

MAPLAN GmbH is a private Austrian manufacturer of elastomer injection moulding machines and integrated 360-degree production cell solutions, serving enterprise rubber and silicone processors worldwide through direct sales and European subsidiaries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kottingbrunn

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Injection Moulding Machines: Sale of elastomer injection moulding machines including models such as RAPID+, ERGO+, ERGOMAX+, CLEVER+, EASY+, FORCE+, MULTI+ 2K, BOTTOM+, and SPECIAL+.
2. 360-Degree System Solutions: Integrated system solutions combining machines with automation, robotics, cold runner systems, and control units for complete production cell concepts.
3. Spare Parts and Components: Supply of replacement parts, injection units, temperature control units, and servo-hydraulic components.
4. Customer Support Services: Technical support, maintenance, training, and consulting services for machine operation and optimization.
5. Upgrades and Refurbished Machines: Machine upgrades, rebuy/upcycling programs, and sale of refurbished machines.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

MAPLAN manufactures and supplies elastomer (rubber and silicone) injection moulding machines across nine model variants (RAPID+, ERGO+, ERGOMAX+, CLEVER+, EASY+, FORCE+, MULTI+ 2K, BOTTOM+, SPECIAL+) and delivers integrated 360° system solutions combining these machines with proprietary control (MAP.commander C6 CC), servo-hydraulic drives (MAP.cooldrive), cold runner systems (MAP.crb), robotics (MAP.mate) and automated production cells (MAP.autocell). The company also provides after-sales services including customer support, machine upgrades, refurbished machine resale (Rebuy/Upcycling), used machines, and operator training.

Product overview

MAPLAN is a leading manufacturer of elastomer injection moulding machines and provider of 360-degree system solutions for the semi- and fully-automated production of rubber and silicone products. The company offers a portfolio-based approach with multiple injection moulding machine models (RAPID+, ERGO+, ERGOMAX+, CLEVER+, EASY+, FORCE+, MULTI+ 2K, BOTTOM+, SPECIAL+) serving different production requirements, complemented by key enabling technologies including the MAP.commander C6 CC unified control platform, servo-hydraulic drives, injection units, and temperature control units. The product range extends to automation solutions such as MAP.mate robotics, MAP.autocell production cells, and MAP.crb cold runner systems. MAPLAN provides comprehensive services including customer support, machine upgrades, rebuy/upcycling programs, used machines, and training. The 360° System Intelligence approach integrates all components into complete production cell concepts from a single source.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MAP.crb: Cold runner systems for injection moulding
• MAP.mate
• MAP.commander CC
• MAP.autocell

Products and services

• MAPLAN Injection Moulding Machines High-end elastomer injection moulding machines designed for durable, stable and efficient production of rubber and silicone products, available in multiple model variants (RAPID+, ERGO+, ERGOMAX+, CLEVER+, EASY+, FORCE+, MULTI+ 2K, BOTTOM+, SPECIAL+) for different production requirements.
• RAPID+ Fast-speed elastomer injection moulding machine for high-volume production of rubber and silicone parts.
• ERGO+ Ergonomic elastomer injection moulding machine designed with a focus on operator comfort and production efficiency for rubber and silicone processing.
• ERGOMAX+ Enhanced elastomer injection moulding machine offering maximum ergonomic design features for rubber and silicone production environments.
• CLEVER+ Smart elastomer injection moulding machine with intelligent features supporting efficient production of rubber and silicone parts.
• EASY+ Compact C-frame elastomer injection moulding machine designed for space-efficient production operations in rubber and silicone processing.
• FORCE+ High-force elastomer injection moulding machine built for demanding production applications of rubber and silicone components.
• MULTI+ 2K Two-component elastomer injection moulding machine for processing multiple materials or colours in a single cycle in rubber and silicone production.
• BOTTOM+ Bottom-entry elastomer injection moulding machine for specific production configurations in rubber and silicone part manufacturing.
• SPECIAL+ Custom-specialized elastomer injection moulding machines tailored to specific customer requirements and applications in rubber and silicone processing.
• MAP.commander C6 CC (Cell Control) Comprehensive cell control platform that unifies MAPLAN machine and automation control, featuring simple logic, ease of use and extensive cycle configuration options across MAPLAN production cells.
• MAP.crb Cold Runner Systems Cold runner systems that minimize material waste by injecting rubber or silicone compound directly into or near the mould cavity, supporting efficient elastomer production.
• MAP.mate (MAPLAN Robotics) Robotic solutions for automation of production cells, including part handling, extraction and finishing operations in elastomer injection moulding lines.
• MAP.autocell Automated production cell solutions integrating MAPLAN machines, robotics and control systems to deliver fully automated elastomer manufacturing.
• 360° System Solutions (System Intelligence) Integrated 360° system solutions combining MAPLAN injection moulding machines, automation, control, robotics and expertise into complete production cell concepts delivered from a single source.
• Customer Support Technical support, maintenance and service assistance for MAPLAN elastomer injection moulding machines and systems.
• Machine Upgrades Machine upgrade and modernization services to enhance the performance and capabilities of existing MAPLAN elastomer injection moulding equipment.
• Rebuy/Upcycling Program Rebuy and upcycling program for used MAPLAN machines, contributing to sustainability and circular economy by refurbishing and re-marketing older equipment.
• Used Machines Pre-owned MAPLAN elastomer injection moulding machines offered for purchase as a secondary market offering.
• Training/Knowhow Training programs and knowledge transfer for customers on MAPLAN equipment and elastomer (rubber/silicone) injection moulding processes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in material waste and scrap
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments2 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

One partnership is on record.

• SOULIER GROUPparentStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAPLAN is a member of SOULIER GROUP, a parent company providing strategic direction and group synergies across affiliated companies including MAPLAN and A.TE Technologies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Klöckner DESMA Elastomertechnik: Klöckner DESMA is a German specialist in rubber injection moulding machines and elastomer processing systems, directly competing with MAPLAN for rubber processors across automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.
• REP International (formerly REP Machines): REP International is a French manufacturer specializing in rubber and silicone injection moulding machines, closely competing with MAPLAN in elastomer processing equipment and offering comparable vertical integration around presses, controls, and automation.
• LWB Steinl: LWB Steinl is a German manufacturer of horizontal and vertical rubber injection moulding machines with comparable product architecture to MAPLAN, focused on the same elastomer processing customer base.

Broad incumbents

• ARBURG: ARBURG is a major German injection moulding machine manufacturer with a broad plastics-focused portfolio; while primarily a plastics player, its LSR and elastomer capabilities create overlap with MAPLAN's customer base.
• Husky Injection Molding Systems: Husky is a global injection moulding equipment maker primarily focused on PET preforms and packaging; it is comparable to MAPLAN as a large injection moulding machine incumbent but with limited direct overlap in elastomer processing.
• Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: Sumitomo (SHI) Demag is a global injection moulding machine maker with a strong European presence across plastics and elastomers, competing with MAPLAN on enterprise rubber processing accounts.
• KraussMaffei: KraussMaffei manufactures injection moulding, extrusion, and reaction processing machinery for plastics and rubber, making it a broad incumbent that overlaps with MAPLAN in elastomer processing equipment.
• ENGEL Austria: ENGEL is a large Austrian injection moulding machine manufacturer whose portfolio spans plastics, LSR, and elastomer processing, positioning it as a broader incumbent competing with MAPLAN in LSR and rubber applications.
• Wittmann Battenfeld: Wittmann Battenfeld is a broader injection moulding machine maker that serves plastics and elastomer processors globally; it competes with MAPLAN in elastomer applications while also offering a much wider plastics and automation portfolio.

Others

• Trexel (MuCell) — adjacent technology provider: Trexel is a foaming/lightweighting technology provider for injection moulding; it is not a direct competitor but represents an adjacent enabling technology that MAPLAN's elastomer customers could adopt, illustrating the broader innovation ecosystem around injection moulding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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