T.A.P. France

What T.A.P. France does

T.A.P. France SAS, operating commercially as Tap Shop, is a French B2B distributor and light manufacturer of industrial handling, storage, protection, and retention equipment. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Plaisir, France, the company serves a horizontal professional clientele spanning logistics operators, warehouse managers, manufacturing and construction (BTP) firms, and forklift/handling personnel. The product portfolio comprises manual pallet trucks (transpalettes) with 2,000-2,500 kg capacity, EUR-standard wooden and recycled polypropylene plastic pallets, galvanized steel manuracks with configurable stacking ratios, modular safety barriers, rack protectors, retention basins, shelving systems, and waste management containers, organized across seven product universes.

The company's underlying technology combines an in-house design bureau with proprietary manufacturing capabilities, notably Sendzimir welding and zinc remetallization for galvanized corrosion-resistant steel components. Products comply with sector-specific standards including NIMP15 (pallet treatment), UN/ADR (dangerous goods packaging), and FEM-INRS ED 71-SIMA (rack protection). Distribution is executed through a French-language B2B e-commerce storefront (tap-shop.fr) offering 10,000+ product references, complemented by phone-based inside sales (01 30 56 63 88), free delivery for orders above €250 HT, and quote-based custom manufacturing and equipment rental services.

T.A.P. France generates revenue through three streams: one-time product sales (unit-priced catalog items), usage-based equipment rental (flexible periods for industrial assets), and professional-services custom manufacturing (bespoke design and fabrication). The company operates as a subsidiary within the TAP Groupe holding structure and has received institutional backing from Bpifrance and Siparex Groupe (2018). It maintains a multi-brand partner ecosystem including Métal Production, Industrial Packing Solutions, Wood Packing Production, Mathiaut, and Bellevret to extend catalog breadth across metal, plastic, and wood-based industrial solutions.

Name

T.A.P. France

Legal name

TAP France

Website

https://tap-shop.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

T.A.P. France (Tap Shop) is a French B2B e-commerce distributor and light manufacturer of industrial handling, storage, protection, and retention equipment, serving logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, and construction professionals with 10,000+ product references and custom manufacturing, rental, and expert consultation services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Material Handling and Storage Equipment

NAICS

Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing (321920), Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Pallets (Wood, Plastic, Metal, Presswood) (IMALAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Material Handling Protective Accessories (Slip Sheets, Corner Boards, Pallet Collars) (IMALAFAN), Tertiary Packaging & Unitization (Palletizing, Slip-Sheeting, Strapping) (TLAIAGAC)

Keywords

• Material handling equipment
• Industrial storage racks
• Pallets and containers
• Workplace safety barriers
• Spill retention systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Plaisir

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 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. Product Sales: Direct sales of industrial equipment including manutention, storage, protection, and retention products. The company offers over 10,000 product references with pricing ranging from small accessories to large industrial racks. Free delivery on orders over 250 EUR HT.
2. Equipment Rental: Rental services for professional equipment including chandelles and other industrial products with flexible rental periods
3. Custom Manufacturing: Custom design and fabrication services for bespoke industrial equipment solutions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

TAP France designs, manufactures, and markets a catalog of more than 10,000 references of industrial storage and handling equipment for professional buyers. The portfolio covers manual pallet trucks, EUR/EPAL wooden and plastic pallets, galvanized steel manuracks with configurable chandelles, modular protection barriers, spill retention basins, shelving, and waste management containers. Sales are conducted primarily through the Tap Shop B2B e-commerce platform, supported by custom manufacturing (Sur Mesure), equipment rental, and expert consultation services.

Product overview

TAP Shop is a B2B/B2C e-commerce platform operated by TAP France SAS, offering an extensive catalog of industrial handling, storage, and workplace safety equipment. The portfolio includes manual pallet trucks (transpalettes) ranging from 2000-2500 kg capacity, wooden and plastic pallets compliant with EUR/EPAL standards, galvanized steel manuracks (industrial storage racks) for modular stacking up to 1500 kg, and comprehensive protection solutions including modular barriers, safety posts, corner guards, and retention systems. The offering is organized into seven product universes: Handling & Lifting (transpalettes, dollies, lifting tables), Storage & Containers (pallet boxes, bins, manuracks, big bags), Protection & Safety (barriers, rack protectors, safety mirrors, PPE), Retention (spill containment tanks, drum carts, absorbents), Shelving & Accessories, Waste Management (containers, bins), and Space Planning. Supporting services include equipment rental, custom manufacturing, and expert consultation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tap Shop: E-commerce platform operated by TAP France for selling industrial equipment including handling, storage, safety, and retention products.

Products and services

• Transpalette manuel 2000 kg, fourches 1150 mm – roues fonte/PU Manual pallet truck with 2,000 kg load capacity and 1,150 mm forks, fitted with cast iron and polyurethane wheels for demanding industrial environments. Targeted at warehouse operators, logistics teams, and professional handlers.
• Palette norme Europe - L1200xl800 mm - Bois European-standard wooden pallet sized 1,200 x 800 x 134 mm with 1,200 kg static load capacity, suitable for storage and logistics operations. Targeted at logistics operators, warehouses, and distribution centers.
• Palette Plastique pleine - Pour transport et présentation Solid plastic pallet made from recycled polypropylene, sized 1,200 x 1,000 x 150 mm with 4,000 kg static load capacity and reinforced stability. Designed for transport and presentation applications.
• Manurack galvanisé 1000 kg fond ajouré – 1200 x 1000 x 300 mm Galvanized steel industrial storage rack with open base, 1,000 kg load capacity per level, designed for modular stacking and secure storage in industrial environments. Pairs with configurable chandelles for variable stacking ratios.
• Barrière de protection modulaire - Kit suite droit - L1000 mm Modular steel safety barrier extension kit, 900 x 100 x 1,000 mm, designed to extend modular safety barriers in straight lines for industrial zones and warehouses.
• Chandelle acier pour manurack - Longueur 2100 mm

Quantifiable outcome

• Free delivery on orders exceeding 250 EUR HT
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Métal ProductioncoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustrial partner brand supplying metal production equipment including barrier protection systems, structural components, and anchoring solutions for industrial installations.
• Industrial Packing SolutionscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner brand specializing in industrial packing and storage solutions supplying plastic pallets, containers, and packaging equipment for logistics operations.
• Wood Packing ProductioncoreTechnology or IntegrationPartner brand supplying wooden pallets and wood packing production materials compliant with EUR/EPAL standards for European logistics.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Seton: Seton is a specialist B2B supplier of safety signage, identification, and workplace safety products. It is an emerging player with overlapping Protection & Safety catalog items but a narrower product focus than Tap Shop.
• Dispamat: Dispamat is a French specialist in pallet distribution, handling, and packaging supplies. It is an emerging player with direct overlap in pallets and material handling, though a narrower product mix than Tap Shop.

Broad incumbents

• MSC Industrial Direct: MSC Industrial is a large US-based B2B distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies. It is a broad incumbent illustrating the scale benchmark for industrial B2B distribution globally, though geographically distant.
• Würth France: Würth is a global leader in fastening and assembly materials for professional trades, with a large French operation. It is a broad incumbent with overlapping industrial supply categories (tools, hardware, workshop equipment) but a much wider portfolio.
• Brady Corporation: Brady is a global manufacturer of identification, safety, and compliance solutions for industrial workplaces. It is a broad incumbent due to its overlap with Tap Shop's Protection & Safety product universe (signage, safety products).

Direct peers

• Frans Bonhomme: Frans Bonhomme is the French market leader in distribution of plastic piping and related infrastructure products for construction and industry. It is a direct peer given its France-only B2B distribution model and industrial customer overlap.
• Raja Group: Raja is a European leader in B2B packaging and workplace supplies distribution, with strong French roots. It is a direct peer due to overlapping packaging, handling, and storage product categories and shared French B2B customer segments.
• Manutan: Manutan is a leading European B2B e-commerce distributor of industrial and office equipment, headquartered in France. It is the closest direct peer given overlapping catalog breadth, B2B e-commerce model, and shared French industrial customer base.
• Legallais: Legallais is a French B2B distributor specializing in hardware, building materials, and industrial supplies for professionals. It is a direct peer due to its similar focus on French professional trades and complementary product overlap in handling and storage equipment.

Regional players

• Bricoman: Bricoman is a French B2B/B2C retailer for construction and renovation professionals, with strong overlap in storage, handling, and worksite equipment. It is a regional peer serving France with a hybrid store-and-online model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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