Kommerling

What Kommerling does

Kömmerling is a German window and door profile systems brand operating under profine GmbH, an International Profile Group headquartered in Pirmasens, Germany. Founded in 1897, the company manufactures PVC-U (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) window and residential door systems, hybrid PVC-U-aluminium systems, aluminium systems, and related ancillaries, alongside newer sustainable lines including ReFrame (100% recycled PVC profiles) and Bio-attributed PVC. Its underlying technology centers on PVC compounding and extrusion, supplemented by patented proprietary features such as PrintFlow® (the first white PVC-U 3D printing filament), proCoverTec surface coating, and passive-house-certified thermal insulation systems. Additional technical assets include BIM planning tools, an Autodesk Revit bidirectional interface, and U-value calculators supporting architect and developer workflows.

The business model is fundamentally B2B: Kömmerling sells profile systems to a global network of certified window manufacturer partners (Fachbetriebe) who fabricate and install the windows for end customers, with no public pricing disclosed and orders handled quote-by-quote. Go-to-market combines channel partner distribution (38 sales countries, products delivered to 100+ countries) with enterprise field sales via the Architektenberater architect-advisor team for commercial projects, event-driven demand generation through major industry exhibitions (Fensterbau Frontale, BAU, Fesqua, ZAK, Batimat, GIB), and a direct-to-consumer marketing layer for homeowners via energy saving calculators and company search tools. The company also operates the profine Onlineshop for partner ordering, a KÖLLECTION branded merchandise line, and a premium sports sponsorship (1. FSV Mainz 05). Customer segments span certified window fabricators, architects and planning offices, housing companies and developers, and individual homeowners.

Name

Kommerling

Legal name

profine GmbH

Website

https://koemmerling.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Kömmerling, a 128-year-old German brand under profine GmbH, manufactures PVC-U, hybrid, and aluminium window and door profile systems for a global network of certified window manufacturer partners, architects, and developers, with distribution across 38 sales countries and 100+ delivery countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building products and window systems manufacturing

NAICS

Blind and Shade Manufacturing (337920)

SIC

Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Window Treatments & Shading Systems (Blinds, Shades, Awnings) (IMADAIAN)

Keywords

• PVC-U window systems
• Door profile manufacturing
• Aluminium window systems
• Architectural building products
• Window profile extrusion

Headquarters

HQ city

Troisdorf

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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. Window and door profile systems: Sale of PVC-U, PVC-U-Aluminium, and Aluminium window and door systems to certified window manufacturers. Products include window systems, residential doors, hybrid systems, and ancillaries.
2. Online shop sales: Direct ordering through profine Onlineshop for window manufacturers to purchase profile systems and accessories.
3. Merchandise (KÖLLECTION): Branded clothing line sold through Koellection.com, featuring sustainably produced apparel for employees, partners, and brand supporters.

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kömmerling manufactures and sells PVC-U, hybrid PVC-U-aluminium, and aluminium window and door profile systems to certified window manufacturer partners globally. The company also offers Kömmerling PrintFlow PVC-U filament for 3D printing and the KÖLLECTION branded apparel line. Its products target energy efficiency, acoustic comfort, security, and sustainability in residential and commercial construction.

Product overview

Kömmerling is a comprehensive window and door systems manufacturer under profine GmbH (International Profile Group) offering PVC-U, hybrid PVC-U-aluminium, and aluminium window and door systems as its core products. The product portfolio includes window and residential door systems, hybrid systems, aluminium systems, and ancillaries around the window. The company has expanded into sustainable products including ReFrame (100% recycled PVC profiles) and bio-attributed PVC. Additional offerings include PrintFlow® PVC-U filament for 3D printing, the KÖLLECTION branded clothing line, and digital services such as the Architektenberater advisory team with planning software and BIM tools. The company operates with a sustainability focus, offering products and services for energy saving, sound insulation, security, and indoor climate control.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KÖLLECTION: A high-quality clothing line showcasing brand values of quality, innovation, reliability, and sustainability, designed for employees, partners, and brand fans worldwide.
• Kömmerling PrintFlow
• Kömmerling ReFrame

Products and services

• PVC-U Window and Residential Door Systems PVC-U (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) window and residential door profile systems providing thermal insulation, soundproofing, and security features for residential construction. Sold to certified window manufacturers.
• Hybrid Systems (PVC-U-Aluminium) Hybrid window systems combining PVC-U frames with aluminium cladding for enhanced thermal performance and design flexibility. Sold to certified window manufacturers for fabrication and installation.
• Aluminium Systems Aluminium window and door systems offering design freedom, structural strength, and reliable quality for architectural applications. Sold to certified window manufacturers.
• Kömmerling PrintFlow® PVC-U Filament PVC-U filament for 3D printing applications. The first white PVC-U filament on the market, characterized by strength, flexibility, and sustainability. Patented PVC technology for additive manufacturing.
• KÖLLECTION Branded Apparel Brand clothing line showcasing values of quality, innovation, reliability, and sustainability. Sold through Koellection.com for employees, partners, and brand fans worldwide. Produced by HAKRO with Oeko-Tex, GOTS, GRS, Cradle to Cradle, and Grüner Knopf certifications.
• Die Architektenberater (Architect Advisor Service) Specialized advisory service for architects providing technical expertise on windows and doors for object and commercial projects, including project service, planning tools, BIM data, and reference project connections to regional certified manufacturers.
• Planning Software and BIM Tools Digital tools for architects including 3D window planning, U-value calculations, BIM data export, and a bidirectional Autodesk Revit interface for building information modeling workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% recycled plastic window profiles through Kömmerling ReFrame program
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HAKROcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman family-owned company producing the KÖLLECTION clothing line for Kömmerling. HAKRO holds highest Fair Wear Foundation status 'Leader' and produces climate-neutrally since 2022. Products made with certified materials (Oeko-Tex, GOTS, GRS, Cradle to Cradle, Grüner Knopf) under fair working conditions.
• 1. FSV Mainz 05minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partnership with German football club in the premier league (German Bundesliga). Kömmerling is the official main sponsor, with partnership extended until 2027. Includes video content production and branding at stadium.
• DGNB (German Sustainable Building Council)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for sustainable building certification and standards. Certificates displayed on architect advisor website showing alignment with green building standards.
• VinylPlusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean PVC industry sustainability initiative. Kömmerling holds VinylPlus label showing commitment to responsible PVC production and recycling.
• RecyclassminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification body for plastic recycling traceability. Kömmerling holds Recyclass certificate for recycled content certification.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• VEKA AG: Germany-based global manufacturer of PVC-U window and door profile systems serving fabricator partners worldwide. Closest direct competitor to Kommerling with overlapping product portfolio, similar certified-partner distribution model, and comparable sustainability initiatives.
• Rehau (Windows division): Polymer-based window, door, and façade systems from a major German industrial group. Competes head-to-head with Kommerling in PVC and hybrid window profile systems, leveraging comparable polymer R&D capabilities.
• Aluplast GmbH: German PVC window and door profile manufacturer with a global certified-partner network. Directly comparable in target customer (fabricators), product mix (PVC-U profiles), and channel strategy.
• Schüco International: Premium German supplier of aluminium, PVC-U, and hybrid window, door, and façade systems. Direct competitor across the same customer segments with strong architectural specification focus comparable to Kommerling's Architektenberater program.
• Deceuninck: Belgian global manufacturer of PVC window and door systems and composites. Direct competitor with similar profile systems portfolio, certified-fabricator distribution, and emphasis on recycled-content and bio-based PVC innovations.
• Salamander Industrie-Produkte GmbH: German PVC-U window profile manufacturer serving European fabricators. Closely comparable in product, geography, and customer base, including competing in the same sustainability and energy-efficiency positioning.
• Internorm International GmbH: Austrian manufacturer of premium PVC-U, timber-aluminium, and aluminium window and door systems. Comparable as a European-centric high-performance window systems producer, though more vertically integrated into fabrication and installation than Kommerling's pure-profile model.

Others

• profine GmbH (KBE / TROCAL brands): Direct corporate sibling under the same parent group offering comparable PVC window profile brands. Relevant for understanding intra-portfolio cannibalization dynamics across the same window profile category.

Broad incumbents

• Pella Corporation: Large US-based window and door manufacturer with broad product portfolio including wood, vinyl, and fiberglass windows. Overlaps with Kommerling at the vinyl/PVC category but operates a vertically integrated retail/installer model rather than a profile-supply model.
• Andersen Corporation: Major US window and door producer spanning wood, vinyl, composite, and aluminium-clad products. Broad incumbent serving similar end-use applications (residential and light commercial construction), though much larger and primarily North America-focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/koemmerling

Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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