Volkmann

What Volkmann does

Volkmann is a family-owned (second generation, founded 1973) German-headquartered engineering company that designs and manufactures pneumatic vacuum conveying systems for powder and bulk material handling. Its core technology is the patented Multijector® multi-stage ejector pump, which uses compressed air to generate vacuum suction for material transfer without electricity, rotating parts, or heat. The product portfolio includes standard VS Series conveyors, pharmaceutical-grade PPC Series conveyors, ATEX-certified INEX-PPC explosion-proof inert conveyors, bulk bag unloaders, rip-and-tip stations, the VFD 100 vibratory feeder/doser, and a growing additive manufacturing line comprising PowTReX/PowTReX 2.0, vHub 250, the EOS Edition vLoader 250, and the HP co-developed vPort. Over 90% of process equipment is designed and produced at the Soest, Germany headquarters, which completed a 48,437 sq ft expansion in June 2026.

The company operates six wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany, the United States (Bristol, PA), France, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Japan, with five additional manufacturer representative networks covering the US, Canada, and Mexico. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of standard and custom-engineered systems, with material handling capacities from a few kilograms per hour up to 10,000 kg/h, supplemented by spare parts and installation/service revenue. The customer base is enterprise-oriented and spans battery production, additive manufacturing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and nutraceuticals, and plastics/dye applications, with named engagements including Honeywell and EOS GmbH. Go-to-market combines direct technical sales supported by application engineering, a Bristol test laboratory, and active participation in industry trade shows such as RAPID+tct, Formnext, Pack Expo International, and IBIE.

Name

Volkmann

Legal name

Volkmann, Inc.

Website

https://volkmannusa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Volkmann designs and manufactures pneumatic vacuum conveying systems and powder handling equipment, anchored by its patented Multijector® ejector pump technology. It serves enterprise customers in battery production, additive manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, and plastics across global markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pneumatic Vacuum Conveying Equipment

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Vacuum Systems & Components (Vacuum Pumps, Ejectors, Cups, Grippers) (IMAHAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Vacuum Pumps & Systems (IMAHANAD), Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC), Industrial Vacuum Systems (Wet/Dry, Dust Extraction) (IMAHALAC)

Keywords

• Pneumatic vacuum conveyors
• Powder handling systems
• Bulk material conveying
• Metal powder handling
• Additive manufacturing equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Bristol

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Pneumatic Vacuum Conveyors: Sale of standard and custom pneumatic vacuum conveyor systems for powder and bulk material handling. Equipment ranges from compact units to large industrial systems with capacities from a few kg/h up to 10,000 kg/h.
2. Custom Systems and Solutions: Design, engineering, and delivery of customized powder handling systems including additive manufacturing automation, battery production lines, and specialized process equipment.
3. Spare Parts and Wear Components: Replacement parts including gaskets, filters, controls, and components available within 24 hours. Large parts manufactured in-house can often be available within days.
4. Service and Installation: Installation and maintenance services for all Volkmann products. Technical support and troubleshooting provided globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Volkmann engineers and manufactures pneumatic vacuum conveyors and powder/bulk material handling systems built around its patented Multijector® ejector pump technology. The company designs, develops, and produces equipment that uses compressed air to convey powders, granules, and dry solids in dust-tight, explosion-proof (ATEX-certified) enclosed systems, with capacities ranging from a few kg/h up to 10,000 kg/h. Its portfolio includes standard vacuum conveyors (VS, PPC, INEX series), bulk bag unloaders, weighing and dosing feeders, and specialized systems for additive manufacturing and battery production.

Product overview

Volkmann offers a comprehensive portfolio of pneumatic vacuum conveying solutions and powder handling equipment, built around its patented Multijector ejector pump technology. The core product line includes the VS Series (general purpose), PPC Series (pharmaceutical), and INEX-PPC (explosion-proof inert) pneumatic vacuum conveyors. These work in conjunction with bag unloading systems (BBU, BBU2, RNT stations), weighing and dosing equipment (VFD 100 vibratory feeders), and accessories (lump breakers, mobile hoists, diverter valves, V-Comp tanks). For additive manufacturing, Volkmann provides integrated metal powder handling systems including PowTReX/PowTReX 2.0, vLoader 250 (EOS Edition), vPort (HP Metal Jet), and vHub 250. The company also offers custom-engineered solutions for battery production and specialized OEM applications. All products feature ATEX explosion-proof certification and are designed for dusty, hazardous environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PowTReX: Automated system to unload, convey and screen metal powder for recovery in additive manufacturing
• vLoader
• vPort
• VFD-100
• Multijector®
• VS Series
• PPC Series
• INEX
• BBU2
• RNT

Products and services

• VS Series Pneumatic Vacuum Conveyors High-performance general-purpose pneumatic vacuum conveyors for dust-tight, damage-free, gentle dense phase conveying of powders and dry solids under vacuum, featuring Multijector ejector pump technology, no-tools disassembly, and ATEX explosion-proof certification.
• PPC Series Pneumatic Vacuum Conveyors Pharmaceutical-grade pneumatic vacuum conveyors for sanitary processing, with UL-certified controls and ATEX explosion-proof design for safe operation in hazardous environments.
• INEX-PPC Pneumatic Vacuum Conveyors ATEX-certified explosion-proof inert transfer system for safe solids transfer in hazardous installations, capable of transferring in gas and dust zones with explosion-proof design.
• Big Bag Unloaders (BBU/BBU2) Bulk bag unloaders for safe handling of materials from bulk bags, big bags, or FIBCs, available with a containment glove box design for toxic and hazardous materials.
• RNT Sack Tipping Stations Rip and tip stations for controlled bag emptying with integrated dust control, designed to transfer powder safely to pneumatic vacuum conveying systems.
• VFD 100 Vibrating Feeder Dosing System Integrates weighing, feeding, and dosing in one compact unit that gently and continuously feeds powders, pellets, granules, and bulk materials with loss-in-weight feeding capability.
• Lump Breakers Deagglomerators with rotating blades and stainless steel construction that break lumps and clumps formed in storage or due to product nature, available in two standard sizes for retrofit applications.
• Stainless Steel Diverter Valves Hygienic stainless steel diverter valves enabling material transfer from multiple locations, complementing pneumatic vacuum conveying systems for optimized material flow.
• VSHC Dust Collectors High-containment dust collection and vacuum cleaning systems manufactured entirely in 316L steel, available in three sizes.
• PowTReX Automated Metal Powder System Automated closed-loop metal powder handling system for additive manufacturing that unloads, conveys, and screens metal powder for recovery, available in Advanced and Basic configurations.
• PowTReX 2.0 Next-generation automated metal powder handling system for 3D printing at scale that automatically maintains powder flow to and from 3D printers.
• EOS Edition vLoader 250 Metal powder conveyor specifically designed for EOS M 400 series 3D printers that automates metal powder transfer from storage through vacuum conveying to printer supply hoppers.
• vPort Contained metal powder handling solution developed in partnership with HP for Metal Jet 3D printers, providing a semi-automated system for depowdering, cleaning, refilling, and part recovery.
• vHub 250 Modular metal powder supply and storage system for 3D printing applications.
• Powder Handling Solutions for Battery Production Custom powder handling systems for battery manufacturing including anode and cathode material transfer, weighing, and dosing, with options for inert gas blanketing, WIP/SIP capabilities, and copper/silicone-free parts.
• Test Laboratory Services Material and equipment testing services at the Bristol, PA headquarters under controlled environmental conditions that simulate real-world material handling situations for prospective customers.

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 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 minor.

• HP Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 7 April 2026Development of vPort, a confined metal powder handling solution for HP Metal Jet 3D printers. First equipment launch through partnership with HP. Semi-automated system integrating depowdering, cleaning, refilling, and part recovery.
• EOS GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Collaboration agreement for EOS Edition vLoader 250, an automated metal powder conveyor specifically designed for EOS M 400 series 3D printers. The system transfers metal powder automatically from storage to printer hoppers for 24/7 unmanned production. Available in North America through EOS North America.
• Manufacturer Representative Groups (5 networks)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 April 2019Five manufacturer representative groups appointed to reinforce and improve sales and support activities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Peers

• Flexicon Corporation:

Direct peers

• Piab Group: Piab is a direct competitor in industrial vacuum conveying and vacuum pump technology. The two companies overlap in pneumatic conveying solutions for powders and bulk materials across similar industrial end markets including pharmaceuticals, food, chemicals, and manufacturing.
• VAC-U-MAX: VAC-U-MAX manufactures pneumatic vacuum conveying systems for dry bulk materials and powders, serving pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and plastics industries with a comparable product portfolio to Volkmann's VS and PPC series conveyors.

Broad incumbents

• Busch Vacuum Solutions: Busch is a major global vacuum pump manufacturer (rotary vane, dry, and liquid ring) supplying industrial vacuum systems across many of the same end markets. While broader in vacuum technology, Busch competes with Volkmann's Multijector technology in vacuum conveying applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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