Teijo
Teijo Pesukoneet Oy is a Finnish manufacturer, founded in 1967 and Norwegian-owned since 1998, producing stainless steel industrial cleaning machines — single-stage, multi-stage, EVO compact, tunnel, and customized/robotized units — sold globally to automotive, railway, marine, nuclear, and wind power customers via direct sales and a 21-country distributor network, with recurring spare parts and service revenue.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersNakkila, Finland
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Teijo does
Teijo Pesukoneet Oy is a Finnish manufacturer of industrial component cleaning machines, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Nakkila, Finland. The company has been owned by Norwegian Teijo Holding AS since 1998 and operates alongside wholly-owned subsidiaries Teijo AB (Sweden) and Teijo Norge AS (Norway). Teijo designs and builds standard and customized cleaning equipment from recyclable stainless steel, with a model range spanning top-loading units for small parts, single-stage washers, multi-stage PLC-controlled systems with two or three liquid tanks, the compact EVO multi-stage line, KT-series tunnel washers with integrated conveyors for high-throughput production-line integration, and fully customized machines including Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) and robotized production cell solutions. Load capacities reach 3,000 kg with chamber heights up to 1,200 mm; control is provided by PLCs in multi-stage and tunnel machines and by timers, thermostats, and dedicated switches in single-stage units.
The company sells primarily to industrial manufacturers and repair/maintenance workshops across automotive, railway, marine, offshore, nuclear, and wind power sectors, with over 20,000 machines delivered to customers in 130+ countries. Go-to-market combines direct sales representatives for Finland and export markets with a network of 21 authorized distributors across Europe, Asia (Japan, China, Malaysia), and Africa. Revenue is generated through one-time capital equipment sales plus a recurring service layer that includes spare parts supply, scheduled maintenance, modernization/upgrade programs, cleaning performance testing, and a proprietary detergents product line. All machines carry CE approval and the company maintains ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2023 certifications; rated machine lifespan is 40+ years with regular maintenance.
Teijo firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Teijo
- Legal name
- Teijo Pesukoneet Oy
- Website
- https://teijopesu.fi
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Teijo Pesukoneet Oy is a Finnish manufacturer, founded in 1967 and Norwegian-owned since 1998, producing stainless steel industrial cleaning machines — single-stage, multi-stage, EVO compact, tunnel, and customized/robotized units — sold globally to automotive, railway, marine, nuclear, and wind power customers via direct sales and a 21-country distributor network, with recurring spare parts and service revenue.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Teijo industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Cleaning Equipment
- NAICS
- Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (3333)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Parts Washing & Degreasing Equipment (IMAHALAD)
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Where Teijo is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Nakkila
- HQ country
- Finland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Teijo business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Industrial Cleaning Machine Sales: Primary revenue from manufacturing and selling industrial cleaning machines, including top-loading, single-stage, multi-stage, EVO, tunnel, and custom-built machines. Machines are priced as one-time capital equipment purchases with various configuration options and load capacities.
- Spare Parts Supply: Ongoing revenue from supplying genuine spare parts for Teijo machines, available through dedicated service contacts.
- Maintenance and Service: Regular maintenance services to ensure long-term reliability and optimum machine performance throughout the machine lifecycle.
- Modernization and Upgrades: Upgrades and updates to extend machine capabilities or improve efficiency of existing equipment.
- Cleaning Tests: Testing services to verify cleaning results and optimize performance for specific applications.
- Detergents and Chemicals: Sale of cleaning detergents and chemicals for use in the machines.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Top-Loading Machines - Entry-level cleaning for small parts |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Single-Stage Machines - Cost-effective surface cleaning |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Multi-Stage Machines - Comprehensive multi-stage cleaning |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | EVO Multi-Stage Machines - Compact multi-stage solution |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Tunnel Machines (KT Series) - High-capacity production line integration |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Customized and Special Machines |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Accessories and Add-ons |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels3 records
Teijo product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Teijo manufactures and sells industrial cleaning machines built from recyclable stainless steel, including top-loading, single-stage, multi-stage, EVO compact, tunnel (KT series), and customized cleaning systems. The machines serve component cleaning needs across automotive, railway, marine, offshore, nuclear, and wind power industries, and are complemented by spare parts, maintenance, modernization, and cleaning test services.
Product overview
Teijo manufactures technically advanced industrial cleaning machines made from recyclable stainless steel, designed to last over 40 years with proper maintenance. The product portfolio includes six main machine categories: Top-Loading machines for small parts, Single-Stage machines for cost-effective single-process cleaning, Multi-Stage machines with 2-3 tanks for thorough cleaning, EVO compact multi-stage machines for space-constrained environments, KT Series tunnel washers for high-capacity production line integration, and Customized/Special machines for specific requirements. All machines share a common design philosophy focused on cleaning effectiveness, energy efficiency, and long product life. Beyond equipment, Teijo offers comprehensive lifecycle services including maintenance, spare parts, product support, modernizations, and cleaning tests. The machines are designed for diverse industries including automotive, railways, marine, offshore, nuclear, and wind power.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Top-Loading Cleaning Machines Industrial cleaning machines where parts are loaded from the top via loading basket, grid, or table; controlled via timer, thermostat, and dedicated switches with a maximum component height of 430 mm; intended for small parts cleaning in auto repair shops, motor machining shops, industrial repair shops, workshops, and vocational schools.
- Single-Stage Cleaning Machines Single-stage cleaning process machines providing cost-effective surface cleaning; front-loading carriage supports up to 2,500 kg load; available with hinged (KD) or pneumatic lift door (PD); chamber heights of 550 mm, 800 mm, or 1200 mm; suitable for workshops and production facilities.
- Multi-Stage Cleaning Machines Multi-stage cleaning machines with 2 or 3 liquid tanks enabling thorough surface cleaning processes including pre-wash, alkaline washing, rinsing, wax removal, and phosphating/conversion coating; PLC-controlled; load capacity up to 3,000 kg with pneumatic lift doors; chamber heights of 800 mm or 1200 mm.
- EVO Multi-Stage Cleaning Machines Compact multi-stage machines with 2 liquid tanks positioned below the cleaning chamber for space-constrained environments; PLC-controlled with user-friendly display; load capacity up to 2,000 kg; chamber heights of 800 mm or 1200 mm; designed for facilities needing high performance in a smaller footprint.
- KT Series Tunnel Washers High-capacity tunnel washers with integrated conveyor systems for continuous component transport through cleaning chambers; fully customizable with one or more cleaning stages and optional drying stages; available with PLC or timer/thermostat control; designed for integration into high-volume production lines.
- Customized & Special Cleaning Machines Bespoke industrial cleaning solutions designed to specification for compact units or large-scale systems, including integration with Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) and robotized production cells for strict standards and industry-specific challenges.
- Cleaning Detergents and Chemicals Cleaning detergents and chemicals sold for use with Teijo industrial cleaning machines; managed by a dedicated detergents product specialist on staff.
- Maintenance Services Regular scheduled maintenance services performed on Teijo cleaning machines to ensure long-term reliability and optimum performance throughout the equipment's lifecycle.
- Genuine Spare Parts Supply Fast and reliable supply of genuine Teijo spare parts for cleaning machines, available through dedicated service contacts.
- Modernizations and Upgrades Upgrades and updates to extend the capabilities of existing Teijo machines or improve their efficiency.
- Cleaning Tests Testing services to verify cleaning results and optimize performance for specific customer applications.
- Cleaning Machine Accessories Wide range of accessories including loading equipment, doors, and supplementary features to increase cleaning efficiency, optimize labor/energy/water consumption, and ensure environmental compliance.
Quantifiable outcome
- Machines can last over 40 years with regular maintenance
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Teijo
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Teijo technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Teijo partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Teijo ABcoreSwedish subsidiary of Teijo Holding AS, serving as the group's sales and service presence in Sweden under Jan Hallenberg's leadership based in Karlstad.
- Teijo Norge AScoreNorwegian subsidiary of Teijo Holding AS, serving as the group's sales and service presence in Norway under Jon Wichmann's leadership based in Lier.
- Teijo AB (Sweden Distributor)coreSwedish subsidiary located at Västanvindsgatan 24, 652 21 Karlstad, Sweden. Contact: Jan Hallenberg, +46 (0)54 69 19 95.
- Teijo Norge AS (Norway Distributor)coreNorwegian subsidiary located at Husebysletta 21, PO Box 561, 3412 Lierstanda, Norway. Contact: Jon Wichmann, +47 32 22 65 65.
- RHB Industrieausrüstungen e.K.coreGerman distributor located at Am Voßberg 21, 23758 Oldenburg in Holstein, Germany. Contact: Ralf Böddener, +49 4362 513 99-42.
- CenMax GmbHcoreGerman distributor located at Weidenstraße 8, 57290 Neuenkirchen, Germany. Contact: Henning Klarfeld, +49 (0)273 565 748 55.
- Pommée Machines & Equipment B.V.coreNetherlands-based distributor covering France market. Located at Canadaweg 5, 4661 PZ Halsteren, Netherlands. Contact: Bart Frainponts, +31 1 646 827 54.
- Aero Industriële Afzuig- en Filterinstallaties B.V.coreNetherlands distributor located at Houtweg 55, 8167 PK Epe. Contact: Niels Swart, +31 578 642 673.
- Arpre OycoreFinnish distributor. Contact: +358 10 271 3020, [email protected].
- Meko Finland OycoreFinnish distributor specializing in workshop equipment. Contact: +358 10 650 1330, [email protected].
- Tecalemit OycoreFinnish distributor. Contact: +358 10 656 5200, https://www.tecalemit.fi/.
- Lister Machine Tools Ltd.coreUK and Ireland distributor. UK: 4 Ferguson Way, Kilbergs Business Park, Antrim BT41 4LZ. Contact: Shane Fitzpatrick, +44 (0)2890 663 804. Ireland: Bluebell Industrial Estate, Naas Road, Dublin 12. Contact: Ciara Brennan, +353 1 450 88 66.
- Lister Machine Tools Ltd. (Ireland)coreIrish distributor at PO Box 838, Bluebell Industrial Estate, Naas Road, Dublin 12. Contact: Ciara Brennan, +353 1 450 88 66.
- Cross-link Pacific, Inc.coreJapanese distributor. Contact: Oshima Taiki, 23-14 Aizumicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0005. Tel: +81 3 591 921 20.
- European Industrial Cleaners' Alliance Shanghai OfficecoreChinese distributor via Shanghai Hefen Mechanical Equipment Co., Ltd. Contact: Simon Li, Room 1205 Block B, Yaoguang International Plaza, 2888 Qilianshan South Road, Putuo Qu, Shanghai Shi, 200331. Tel: +86 21 629 923 24.
- SCH-METALL KFT.coreHungarian distributor located at Rét u. 22, 9400 Sopron. Contact: András Schlosser, +36 99 523 016.
- CHEMO-PHOS CZcoreCzech distributor located at Strojírenská 259, 155 21 Praha 5 – Zličín. Contact: Jiří Zborník, +420 222 364 507.
- Pers GroupcoreDanish distributor located at Industrivej 12-16, 7120 Vejle Øst. Contact: Torben Pers, +45 2819 2875.
- Pommée Machines & Equipment B.V. (France)coreFrench market distributor based in Netherlands. Contact: Bart Frainponts, +31 1 646 827 54.
- PHU HEKA AUTO TEST SYSTEMcorePolish distributor located at ul. Głębocka 54G/4, 03-287 Warszawa. Contact: Janusz Straniszewski, +48 22 119 74 91.
- Echazarra-Emix, S.L.corePortuguese distributor based in Spain. Contact: Pablo González Graullera, Avenida de la Constitución 3, 28850 Torrejón de Ardoz Madrid, Spain. Tel: +34 916 788 200.
- SIA AlintekcoreLatvian distributor located at Cesvaines iela 3, Riga, LV-1073. Contact: +371 672 500 02.
- Auteh SIAcoreLatvian distributor located at Marupes pag., Marupes nov., Vetras, LV-2167. Contact: Arvids, +371 2541 4455.
- UAB TecalemitcoreLithuanian distributor located at Dariaus ir Girėno g. 177, 02189 Vilnius. Contact: Vidas Kazlas, +370 5 210 62 10.
- Nakkila MunicipalityminorLocal partner for company headquarters location in Nakkila, Finland.
- Stokker AScoreEstonian distributor located at Peterburi tee 44, Tallinn 11415. Contact: +372 655 55 11, [email protected].
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Teijo competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Nilfisk: Nilfisk is a Danish industrial and commercial cleaning equipment manufacturer with a broad portfolio spanning floor care, vacuum and industrial parts washing, overlapping with Teijo's B2B customer type and channel-led GTM.
- Kärcher: Kärcher is a major global cleaning equipment manufacturer with a wide consumer/professional/industrial portfolio; its industrial cleaning systems overlap with Teijo's component washer offerings and detergent consumables.
- Miele Professional: Miele's Professional division supplies commercial and industrial washing and cleaning equipment as part of a broader appliance portfolio, with product overlap in industrial parts and component washers serving B2B customers.
Direct peers
- Höckh Metall-Reinigungsanlagen GmbH: Höckh is a German industrial cleaning systems manufacturer specializing in parts washing and surface treatment equipment, with overlapping product types (cabinet, multi-stage, conveyor) and a comparable European industrial customer base.
- ITW Ransohoff: Ransohoff (part of Illinois Tool Works) is a US-based manufacturer of industrial parts washing, deburring and surface treatment equipment offering cabinet, conveyor and turnkey systems comparable to Teijo's product portfolio.
- ELMA Ultrasonic: ELMA is a German manufacturer of ultrasonic and aqueous industrial cleaning equipment, serving precision parts manufacturers with cleaning solutions overlapping Teijo's high-purity component cleaning use cases.
- Ecoclean Group: Ecoclean (formerly Dürr Ecoclean) is a German manufacturer of industrial parts cleaning equipment — multi-stage, tunnel and single-chamber washers — directly competing with Teijo in automotive and industrial component cleaning.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Teijo social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance3 records
Teijo financial estimates
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Teijo leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles10 records
Teijo subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Teijo funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Teijo M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Teijo
What does Teijo do?
Teijo manufactures and sells industrial cleaning machines built from recyclable stainless steel, including top-loading, single-stage, multi-stage, EVO compact, tunnel (KT series), and customized cleaning systems. The machines serve component cleaning needs across automotive, railway, marine, offshore, nuclear, and wind power industries, and are complemented by spare parts, maintenance, modernization, and cleaning test services.
Is Teijo a public or private company?
Teijo is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Teijo founded?
Teijo was founded in 1967. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Teijo based?
Teijo is headquartered in Nakkila, Finland, in the Europe region.
How does Teijo make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Industrial Cleaning Machine Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts Supply, maintenance and Service, modernization and Upgrades, cleaning Tests and detergents and Chemicals.
Who are Teijo's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Nilfisk, Kärcher and Miele Professional. Direct peers are Höckh Metall-Reinigungsanlagen GmbH, ITW Ransohoff, ELMA Ultrasonic and Ecoclean Group.
Does Teijo have an API?
No public API is recorded for Teijo.
What industry is Teijo in?
Teijo's product category is Industrial Cleaning Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHALAD, Parts Washing & Degreasing Equipment. Its NAICS code is 3333 and its SIC code is 3550.