Nordfab Ducting

What Nordfab Ducting does

Nordfab Ducting is a Danish-founded industrial manufacturer of modular clip-together ducting systems for process ventilation, dust collection, and fume extraction. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Mariager, Denmark, with a 6,000-square-metre manufacturing facility in nearby Assens, the company originated the Quick-Fit (QF) clip-together ducting system in the 1970s and remains the world's largest manufacturer of clamp-together ductwork. Since 2010, Nordfab has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sweden's Nederman Group, an industrial air filtration company. The company's global footprint includes sales and manufacturing operations in Denmark, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, the United States, Thailand, and Australia, with approximately 300 team members worldwide.

Nordfab's product portfolio covers six ducting lines — Quick-Fit (QF), Quick-Fit Sealed (QFS), FB (flat-edge) Ducting, Flanged Ducting, High Vacuum Ducting, and Mild Steel Ducting — plus accessories including clips, spark traps, drop-out boxes, ball joints, flexible hose, dampers, and digital design tools (NordCAD for AutoCAD and Revit/BIM models distributed through BIMobject). The QF system uses rolled edges and barrel-type clips with internal gaskets for tool-free assembly, while QFS adds laser-welded seams and double sealing for oil mist and cutting-fluid applications. Nordfab holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and CE marking certifications, plus an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) from environdec.

The business model is a B2B industrial hardware manufacturer selling exclusively through a network of trained, authorised dealers. Pricing is quote-based through the dealer channel rather than publicly listed, and stocking parts are shipped within 2–3 days of order. Nordfab targets nine primary verticals — woodworking, metalworking, concrete & cement, polymer & plastics, grain processing & agriculture, automotive, machining & oil mist, high-vacuum applications, and heavy industrial/abrasive materials — supported by the proprietary QTO (Quick Tick Online) ordering portal for dealers. Marketing channels include the company website, LinkedIn, YouTube, trade shows (SOLIDS, Global Industrie, AMB), and BIMobject product distribution.

Name

Nordfab Ducting

Legal name

Nordfab Europe A/S

Website

https://nordfab.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Nordfab Ducting, founded in Denmark in 1973, manufactures clip-together industrial ducting systems for dust collection, fume extraction, and process ventilation. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Sweden's Nederman Group, the company distributes globally through an authorized dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Ducting and Process Ventilation Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Ductwork, Duct Fittings & Air Distribution (Diffusers/Grilles/Registers) (IMADANAC)

Keywords

• Industrial ductwork manufacturing
• Process ventilation systems
• Dust collection ducting
• Clip-together ducting
• Fume extraction equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Thomasville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 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. Industrial Ducting Hardware Sales: Nordfab manufactures and sells ducting products including Quick-Fit ducting, QFS sealed ducting, FB ducting, flanged ducting, high vacuum ducting, and mild steel ducting systems. Products are sold exclusively through an authorised dealer network. Sales include clips, straight duct, flanges, elbows, branches, hoods, dampers, and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Nordfab designs, manufactures, and sells modular industrial ducting systems for process ventilation, dust collection, and fume extraction, with its flagship Quick-Fit (QF) clip-together product line allowing tool-free assembly without rivets, screws, or welding. The portfolio spans Quick-Fit, Quick-Fit Sealed (QFS), FB, Flanged, High Vacuum, and Mild Steel ducting, plus accessories such as clips, spark traps, drop-out boxes, ball joints, and flexible hose, supported by NordCAD software, Revit/BIM tools, and a global authorised dealer network.

Product overview

Nordfab Ducting is an industrial ducting manufacturer offering multiple ducting product lines for process ventilation and dust collection applications. The core product portfolio includes: Quick-Fit (QF) - the flagship modular clip-together ducting system that reduces installation time by up to 50%; Quick-Fit Sealed (QFS) - an enhanced sealed variant for oil mist and cutting fluid applications with laser-welded seams and double sealing; FB Ducting - flat-edge duct with clip connections; Flanged Ducting - for high-pressure industrial applications; High Vacuum Ducting - for high vacuum/low airflow extraction; and Mild Steel Ducting - heavy-duty 2-3mm thick duct for abrasive applications. All ducting is available in galvanized steel, stainless steel (304SS, 316L), or mild steel construction. Nordfab supports its products with digital tools including Revit/BIM models, NordCAD software for AutoCAD, and a dealer portal. Founded in Denmark in 1973, Nordfab is part of the Nederman Group and operates a 6,000-square-metre manufacturing facility in Assens, Denmark.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Quick-Fit (QF): Modular clip-together ducting system for process ventilation, dust collection, and fume extraction
• QFS (Quick-Fit Sealed)
• FB Ducting
• High Vacuum Ducting
• Mild Steel Ducting

Products and services

• Quick-Fit (QF) Ducting Nordfab's flagship modular clip-together ducting system with rolled edges for quick installation without tools, welds, or screws. Reduces installation time by up to 50%. Available in galvanized and stainless steel for dust collection, fume extraction, and process ventilation applications.
• Quick-Fit Sealed (QFS) Ducting Enhanced version of QF ducting with laser-welded seams, double sealing at connections, epoxy caulked joints, and nitrile gaskets for superior leak resistance. Designed for machining operations with oil mists and cutting fluids where preventing leakage is critical.
• FB Ducting Flat-edge duct system used in dust collection, process ventilation, and fume extraction. Features flat edges on connecting ends that connect via clip, allowing fast assembly and quick disassembly for cleanouts. Available in galvanized and stainless steel.
• Flanged Ducting Industrial ducting with industry-standard flanges (FLI or FLN) on duct ends for high-pressure applications requiring airtight connections. Used for larger diameters in high-pressure industrial ventilation systems. Available in galvanized or stainless steel.
• High Vacuum Ducting Duct system for high vacuum and low airflow applications used to catch, transport, and filter fumes, dust, and particles. Used for extraction from welding torches, handheld grinding machines, floor cleaning, and transport of heavy/abrasive materials. Available in galvanized steel, 304 stainless steel, and 316L food-grade stainless steel.
• Mild Steel Ducting Heavy-duty ducting with 2mm or 3mm thick walls designed for abrasive materials and challenging dust collection/ventilation applications. Available with painted surface (RAL 7032) or stainless steel construction for commercial kitchen extraction.
• Flexible Polyurethane Hose Flexible duct hose with embedded steel helix for short runs and machine connections. Available in PU4 (0.4mm thickness) and PU7 (0.7mm thickness), diameters 51-305mm, in 5 or 10 meter lengths.
• BIM Toolbar (Revit-compatible) Revit-compatible toolbar that brings Quick-Fit ducting directly into the design workflow, enabling engineers and designers to select, configure, and place components with precision from predefined templates to fully coordinated system layouts. Part of Nordfab's digital design tools.
• NordCAD Complimentary customised software for owners of full AutoCAD software to assist in designing ductwork layouts. Available for metric measurements.
• QTO (QuickTick Online) Dealer Portal Online portal for Nordfab authorized dealers to place orders, check delivery updates, and manage account information.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% reduction in installation time
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• BIMobjectcoreTechnology or IntegrationNordfab provides Revit models through BIMobject platform, allowing engineers and architects to download accurate models and specifications for BIM workflows. This enables accurate specifications and reduces risk of costly design errors by integrating Nordfab ducting into building information modelling systems.
• Nederman GroupflagshipOthersSince 2010, Nordfab has been part of the Nederman Group, a world-leading global partner in industrial air filtration. Nordfab operates as part of Nederman's sustainability-focused group working to protect people, planet, and production from pollution.
• QuickTickOnline (QTO)coreTechnology or IntegrationNordfab provides dealers with access to QTO (Quick Tick Online) portal where they can easily place orders, check delivery updates, and manage accounts. This is Nordfab's proprietary dealer ordering and management platform.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Air Handling Systems: Specialist in modular clamp-together and flanged ducting for dust collection. Competes head-to-head with Nordfab's Quick-Fit line in woodworking and light-industrial dust extraction.
• Oneida Air Systems: Manufacturer of dust collection systems and ducting components for woodworking and industrial applications. Directly comparable as a competing maker of modular ductwork and dust collection hardware sold through dealer and direct channels.
• Imperial Systems: Designer and manufacturer of dust collection and ducting systems for industrial facilities. Comparable in providing engineered ductwork and extraction solutions for woodworking, metalworking, and similar verticals.
• Plymovent: Specialist in weld fume extraction and industrial ventilation ducting. Also part of the Nederman Group, sharing parent with Nordfab and competing/co-selling in weld fume ductwork markets.

Broad incumbents

• Atlas Copco: Global industrial group with compressors, vacuum, and air treatment equipment serving industrial manufacturers. Adjacent competitor in industrial air handling and process ventilation systems for the same end customers.
• Nederman Group: Parent company and broader industrial air filtration incumbent offering dust collectors, fume extractors, and filters. Overlaps with Nordfab's ducting business within an integrated air-cleaning portfolio sold to similar end customers.
• Donaldson Company: Global manufacturer of filtration systems including industrial dust collection and replacement parts. Comparable as a broad incumbent in industrial air filtration whose ducting and collector offerings overlap with Nordfab's downstream customers.
• AAF Flanders: Manufacturer of air filtration products and dust collection systems serving industrial facilities. Comparable as a broader incumbent whose collectors pair with ducting in similar end-customer applications.
• Camfil: Global air filtration and clean air solutions provider with industrial dust and fume product lines. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving overlapping industrial ventilation end markets.

Emerging players

• RoboVent: Provider of industrial dust and fume collection systems with engineered ductwork offerings for metalworking and manufacturing. Comparable as a focused player targeting overlapping verticals with integrated ducting and collector solutions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/nordfab
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nordfab-ducting

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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