VISCON
VISCON GmbH is a German manufacturer-independent system integrator (founded 2002) that designs, builds, and supports bespoke high-end VR, simulation, and audiovision installations for enterprise, government, and academic clients across Europe and internationally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersNeukirchen-vluyn, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What VISCON does
VISCON GmbH is a manufacturer-independent system house founded in 2002 and headquartered in Neukirchen-Vluyn, Germany. The company designs, integrates, and supports bespoke high-end projection, virtual reality, simulation, and audiovision solutions for enterprise, government, and academic clients across Europe, Asia, and North America. Its service offering spans the full project lifecycle — from consultancy and system design through hardware procurement, on-site installation, 3D content creation, software configuration, commissioning, and multi-year maintenance and support contracts.
The technology stack combines third-party best-in-class components (Christie, BARCO, Leyard, EKTA, NVIDIA GPUs, ART tracking, Volfoni stereo, Dell/Fujitsu/HP workstations) with proprietary products including the ECOPROTECT // The Powermaster energy-management device and the VLP-Virtual Laser Pointer. Notable flagship deployments include the Seven Oceans Simulator Centre at MARIN (Netherlands), Europe's largest research driving simulator at the University of Stuttgart, a 360° tower simulator for Deutsche Flugsicherung, a tower simulator for the Belgian Air Component, and what is described as Europe's first 152" 4K display integration at Volkswagen Autostadt. The product portfolio is organized across three pillars — Virtual Reality (LED walls, Powerwalls, CAVEs, HoloBenches, multi-touch tables, domes, monitors, headset systems), Visual Simulation (simulation spaces, domes, control stations), and Audiovision (LED video walls, conference and signal management technology).
Commercial revenue is generated through project-based custom system integration, professional services, and ECOPROTECT product sales (via Lang AG distribution and direct). The firm maintains senior vendor alliances including NVIDIA PartnerForce, BARCO Gold, EKTA, VIOSO Gold, and Leyard Europe, supplemented by implementation partners and a referral network of European distributors. Leadership transitioned in January 2023 when founder Markus Knoor appointed Manuel Schiavo as CEO, with Klaus Schmalenbach serving as Technical Director.
VISCON firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- VISCON
- Legal name
- VISCON GmbH
- Website
- https://viscon.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- VISCON GmbH is a German manufacturer-independent system integrator (founded 2002) that designs, builds, and supports bespoke high-end VR, simulation, and audiovision installations for enterprise, government, and academic clients across Europe and internationally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
VISCON industry classification
Industry- Product category
- VR and Simulation System Integration
- NAICS
- Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310), Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)
- SIC
- Computer Peripheral Equipment, Nec (3577)
- akta.pro primary industry
- VP Hardware: LED Panels, Processors, Media Servers & Render Nodes (MPAHADAL)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- VR/AR Gaming Hardware (Headsets & Controllers) (HDACANAD)
Keywords
Where VISCON is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Neukirchen-vluyn
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
VISCON business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Custom VR and Simulation System Integration: Design, supply, installation, and maintenance of bespoke VR projection systems, simulation environments, audiovision solutions, and media technology. Revenue is project-based, typically large enterprise or government contracts with multi-phase delivery from consultancy through commissioning and ongoing support.
- Professional Services (Consultancy, Installation, Support): Full lifecycle professional services including project management, on-site installation, 3D content creation, software configuration, and long-term maintenance and support contracts.
- ECOPROTECT Product Sales: Sale of VISCON's proprietary ECOPROTECT energy management hardware for LED, AV, and Digital Signage systems. Distributed through Lang AG and direct from VISCON.
- 3D Content and Media Production: Creation of VR environments, 3D models, interactive digital content, and livestream production services as part of integrated project delivery.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Bespoke project-based pricing — no standard tiers |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels12 records
VISCON product offering
Product offeringCore offering
VISCON is a manufacturer-independent system integrator designing, supplying, installing, and maintaining customized VR projection systems, visual simulation environments, and audiovisual/media technology solutions. The company delivers turnkey projects spanning VR LED walls, VR Caves, VR Powerwalls, driving and tower simulators, and conference/media technology for enterprise, government, defense, and academic clients. Proprietary products include ECOPROTECT energy management hardware and VLP Virtual Laser Pointer, complemented by in-house 3D content creation and long-term support services.
Product overview
VISCON is a manufacturer-independent systems house offering customized VR and simulation solutions. The product portfolio centers on three main categories: Virtual Reality systems (VR LED Wall, VR Powerwall, VR Cave, VR Bench, VR Multi-Touch-Table, VR Mobile, VR Dome, VR Monitor, VR Headset Systems); Visual Simulation products (Simulation Space, Simulation Dome, Simulation Control); and Audiovision solutions (LED Video Wall, Conference Technology, Signal Management, Signal Control). Supporting services include 3D Content & Media Production for creating VR environments, content, and livestreaming. VISCON also develops proprietary products including ECOPROTECT (The Powermaster) - a 5-in-1 energy controller for LED/AV/Digital Signage systems available in EPPM 16, EPPM 32, and EPPM 32+ models - and the VLP-Virtual Laser Pointer for screen control. All products are manufactured in Germany with a full-service approach from design and installation to long-term support.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ECOPROTECT // The Powermaster: A 5-in-1 energy control system for LED, AV, and Digital Signage installations that reduces standby power consumption to zero and provides surge protection.
Products and services
- VR LED Wall High-resolution LED walls with state-of-the-art LED technology delivering high-contrast images in various resolutions from Full HD to 4K and higher, or unconventional resolutions for professional VR visualization environments.
- VR Powerwall Virtual reality wall for transition-free images using multiple projectors or single beamers, supporting front and rear projection with soft-edge blending for seamless stereoscopic 3D displays.
- VR Cave Multi-sided projection system where users stand in the center of the virtual environment; all three to six base surfaces display 3D image material for full immersion.
- VR Bench (Holobench) L-shaped projection workstation for 3D projection with two recorded surfaces (wall-floor or wall-table) offering deep immersion for visualizing small to medium-sized components.
- VR Multi-Touch-Table Interactive display combining VR visualization with integrated touch function for intuitive operation, supporting single or multi-touch design and marker-based object recognition.
- VR Mobile Motorized rear projection boxes forming a mobile 3D-BOX for flexible deployment in various spaces with easy setup and dismantling.
- VR Dome VR solution with curved projection screen for particularly distortion-free 3D images in cylindrical, spherical, or partial spherical configurations.
- VR Monitor 3D monitor for individual workstations with stereoscopic display; available in autostereoscopic or active stereo versions with display sizes up to 152 inches with 4K resolution.
- VR Headset Systems Customized VR headset systems integrating hardware and software from various manufacturers (HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Samsung Gear VR, Microsoft HoloLens) for professional applications.
- Simulation Space Polygonal simulator for multi-channel rear projection in various resolutions for training and driving simulation.
- Simulation Dome Projection system for simulators on curved surfaces with cylindrical and spherical screen options.
- Simulation Control Multi-user simulation system for synchronized use of control stations in alarm situations with high functional reliability and 24/7 operation capability.
- Conference Technology Digital conference technology with outstanding sound and image quality for projects of all types and sizes.
- Signal Management Digital signal transmission solutions for smooth operation of media technology systems.
- Signal Control Powerful media control solutions for modern media technology systems.
- 3D Content & Media Production Services including 3D content creation, VR environment development, and live stream production for simulators, virtual reality, and multimedia projects.
- ECOPROTECT // The Powermaster VISCON's own-brand 5-in-1 energy management device for LED walls, AV systems, and Digital Signage installations. Reduces standby power consumption to zero, protects against power surges, and integrates with media control, show control, and facility management systems. Available in three models: EPPM 16, EPPM 32, and EPPM 32+. Manufactured in Germany.
- VLP - Virtual Laser Pointer Virtual cursor control system for LED or projection screens enabling intuitive, ergonomic remote control of large displays.
Quantifiable outcome
- Seven Oceans Simulator Centre — world's most advanced maritime training simulator, opened May 2024
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use VISCON
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
VISCON technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration12 records
Feature7 records
VISCON partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.
- AutodeskmajorVISCON participates alongside Autodesk at CREATIV CONNECT 2024 — a 3D Design User Meeting covering digital design workflows, high-end visualization, and VR. VISCON supports Autodesk users in the context of VR integration.
- Product Innovation Lounge by MFSminorCo-organizer and supporter of CREATIV CONNECT 2024 event at Werft1919, Kressbronn. VISCON participated alongside Leyard and Autodesk at this 3D Design User Meeting.
- Leyard EuropecoreLong-term strategic partner for LED information and control room solutions. VISCON and Leyard exhibited together at KELI Conference 2024 in Bonn. Leyard is VISCON's strategic partner for LED-based visualization and control room systems.
- ITALdesignminorVISCON participated with ITALdesign at the Automotive Innovations Forum 2024 in Darmstadt, showcasing VR and design solutions for the automotive industry.
- VIOSOcoreKey technology partner for the Seven Oceans Simulator Centre (SOSc) at MARIN. VIOSO contributed to the technically complex simulator units in this flagship maritime training center project. VIOSO is also listed as a Gold partner on VISCON's technology page.
- BARCOcoreGold partner. VISCON collaborates with BARCO on VR system deployments. VISCON participated in BARCO-organized VR Days event in Belgium.
- EKTA TRUE PerformancecoreGold partner. VISCON and EKTA jointly developed and unveiled a 240 Hz Multiview 3D LED video wall — a breakthrough in immersive VR technology. Also collaborating on automated color workflow calibration for LED walls and 240 Hz solutions at XR EXPO 2024.
- TK-MetallbaumajorMetal construction partner for the Seven Oceans Simulator Centre (SOSc) at MARIN. Contributed to the structural fabrication and integration of simulator units in this flagship project.
- NovacommajorPartner on the Seven Oceans Simulator Centre (SOSc) at MARIN project, contributing to the technical realization of this state-of-the-art maritime training center.
- UFAmajorSoftware partner for tower simulators. VISCON has collaborated with UFA on multiple simulator projects including Belgian Air Force tower simulator and DFS (Deutsche Flugsicherung) 360-degree tower simulator. UFA provides simulation software while VISCON supplies the hardware and projection systems.
- Knoor GmbH TischlerwerkstattminorFurniture and joinery partner for control room and simulation installations. Works closely with VISCON on custom furniture construction for control centers including simulation control rooms. Markus Knoor is also a managing shareholder of VISCON.
- Lang AGcoreDistribution partner for VISCON's ECOPROTECT // The Powermaster energy management product. Lang AG distributes ECOPROTECT alongside their broader AV and LED product portfolio.
- NVIDIAcoreVISCON is one of few European system integrators in NVIDIA's PartnerForce program for VR, providing access to high-end synchronized and cascadable graphics solutions and close technical collaboration on GPU technology for simulation and VR applications.
- ChristiemajorProjector manufacturer used in VISCON installations. Notably Christie Mirage 304K used in ZAL VR lab (4K, 120Hz, 30,000 ANSI lumens, active stereo) and Christie D4K35 used at AGCO Fendt VR Center. Case studies published by Christie.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
VISCON competitors and assessment
Company assessmentEmerging players
- EON Reality: EON Reality delivers VR/AR knowledge transfer and training solutions combining content software, headsets, and immersive rooms for enterprise and education. It overlaps with VISCON's professional training/visualization use cases, particularly in education and industrial design review.
- WorldViz: WorldViz provides VR-enabled presentation, training, and simulation systems (e.g., Vizard, IDX) often paired with CAVE and projection environments for professional research and training. It overlaps with VISCON's professional VR/simulation stack, particularly where headset-wearing visualization is paired with projection displays.
- VIOSO: VIOSO provides software for projection blending, warping, and multi-channel calibration—core technologies used inside VISCON's installed simulators. While today a co-development partner (e.g., Seven Oceans SOSc), VIOSO's software is increasingly bundled with its own integration services, creating adjacency.
Broad incumbents
- Barco: Barco is a global visualization, projection, and LED wall manufacturer with significant presence in simulation, control rooms, and enterprise AV. Barco is a VISCON Gold partner but also sells turnkey immersive solutions, making it both a supplier and a broad market competitor.
- Christie (projector business): Christie is a global projector and visualization hardware manufacturer whose projectors (e.g., Christie Mirage 304K, Christie D4K35) are specified across VISCON's flagship installations (ZAL, AGCO Fendt). As a vertically integrated incumbent, Christie's direct-to-customer simulation arm competes with integrators like VISCON on large enterprise deployments.
- Leyard Europe: Leyard is a leading global manufacturer of LED video walls and a long-term VISCON strategic partner for LED information and control-room solutions. Leyard's broader LED/integration offering makes it a competitor on direct LED control-room and visualization deals.
Direct peers
- RSA Cosmos: RSA Cosmos (Germany-based) designs and manufactures dome projection and visualization systems for planetariums, simulation, and virtual reality, supplying both products and turnkey installations. It competes with VISCON in curved/spherical projection environments used for training simulators and 3D visualization.
- Antycip Simulation: Antycip Simulation is a European system integrator specialized in VR, AR, and simulation environments for research, training, and industry. Like VISCON, it designs and delivers high-end projection- and headset-based simulators and counts NVIDIA among its technology partners, making it a head-to-head competitor in the same niche.
- Immersive Display Group (idgroup): idgroup is a European manufacturer and integrator of immersive display solutions (Caves, Powerwalls, domes) for simulation, research, and industry. VISCON and idgroup compete directly in the high-end projection-based immersive visualization market and share customers in academia and industry research.
- Tridelity: Tridelity is a German immersive visualization specialist offering multi-sided projection CAVEs, Powerwalls, and 3D stereoscopic displays for industry and research customers. They compete directly with VISCON's VR Cave, VR Powerwall, and stereoscopic offering across the DACH market.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
VISCON social profiles
Digital presenceVISCON compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
VISCON financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
VISCON leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles16 records
VISCON funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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VISCON M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about VISCON
What does VISCON do?
VISCON is a manufacturer-independent system integrator designing, supplying, installing, and maintaining customized VR projection systems, visual simulation environments, and audiovisual/media technology solutions. The company delivers turnkey projects spanning VR LED walls, VR Caves, VR Powerwalls, driving and tower simulators, and conference/media technology for enterprise, government, defense, and academic clients. Proprietary products include ECOPROTECT energy management hardware and VLP Virtual Laser Pointer, complemented by in-house 3D content creation and long-term support services.
Is VISCON a public or private company?
VISCON is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was VISCON founded?
VISCON was founded in 2002. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is VISCON based?
VISCON is headquartered in Neukirchen-vluyn, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does VISCON make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Custom VR and Simulation System Integration is the primary driver. The others are professional Services (Consultancy, Installation, Support), ECOPROTECT Product Sales and 3D Content and Media Production.
Who are VISCON's main competitors?
Emerging players on record are EON Reality, WorldViz and VIOSO. Broad incumbents are Barco, Christie (projector business) and Leyard Europe. Direct peers are RSA Cosmos, Antycip Simulation, Immersive Display Group (idgroup) and Tridelity.
Does VISCON have an API?
No public API is recorded for VISCON.
What industry is VISCON in?
VISCON's product category is VR and Simulation System Integration. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAHADAL, VP Hardware: LED Panels, Processors, Media Servers & Render Nodes, with a secondary code of HDACANAD, VR/AR Gaming Hardware (Headsets & Controllers). Its NAICS code is 334310 and its SIC code is 3577.