Wolman

What Wolman does

Wolman Wood and Fire Protection GmbH is a German specialty chemicals manufacturer that develops, produces, and sells high-performance wood preservatives and passive fire protection chemicals for industrial users and professional applicators. The company is organized around two divisions: Wood Protection — encompassing vacuum pressure impregnation products (Wolmanit CX, Wolsit KD, Wolmanit ProColor), construction timber treatment (Wolsit EC), anti-sapstain agents (Wolsin, Sinesto), and wood-based material protection (Xyligen 30 F, Wolsit T, Wolsit F-15T); and Fire Protection — encompassing intumescent coatings (Interdens, Exterdens, Wolmanit Firestop, Wolmanit Antiflamm), silicate-based intumescent panels (Palusol, Palusol SW), and cable fire protection and penetration sealing systems (KBS Coating, KBS Foamcoat, KBS Mortar, KBS Pipe Seal M, KBS Sealbags, KBS Tub Jacket), plus the Flamastic line of customized intumescent and ablative solutions for e-mobility, marine, rail, aviation, and tunnel applications.

Wolman operates three specialized production sites in Sinzheim (headquarters and wood protection), Illertissen (fire protection production, including KBS systems, with a heritage of nearly 70 years), and Frankenthal (Palusol silicate-based intumescent materials). The company claims to be the only supplier internationally with formulation expertise across all established chemical formulation technologies used in passive fire protection systems (intumescent and ablative, silicate-, graphite-, and phosphate-based), backed by more than a century of wood protection heritage and over 60 years in fire protection.

The business model is B2B direct sales plus a network of local European distribution partners covering Germany, France, Sweden, Finland, Poland, and the UK, with quote-based negotiated pricing per contract. Since May 2023, Wolman has been a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sika AG following Sika's acquisition of MBCC Group, which provides access to Sika's global construction-industry distribution infrastructure and customer base. Approximately 150 employees support development, production, and commercial functions, serving end markets including construction, energy utilities, oil and gas, mining, transportation, and entertainment infrastructure across Europe, Southeast Asia, Oceania, and North America.

Name

Wolman

Legal name

Wolman Wood and Fire Protection GmbH

Website

https://wolman.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Wolman Wood and Fire Protection GmbH, a Sika subsidiary since May 2023, develops and produces wood preservatives and passive fire protection chemicals (intumescent coatings, Palusol panels, KBS penetration seals) for industrial customers and professional applicators across construction, energy, and transportation end markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Chemicals

NAICS

Wood Preservation (321114), Sawmills and Wood Preservation (3211)

SIC

Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400), Adhesives & Sealants (2891)

akta.pro primary industry

Wood Treatment & Specialty Preservatives (IMAEABAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Firestopping & Fire-Resistant Sealants (IMADAOAI), Wood Coatings & Finishes (IMAEAGAG), Wood Preservation & Pressure Treatment (IMAMABAF), Treated Wood & Preserved Timber Products (IMADADAE)

Keywords

• Wood preservation chemicals
• Passive fire protection
• Intumescent coatings
• Cable fire protection
• Vacuum pressure impregnation

Headquarters

HQ city

Sontheim An Der Brenz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wood Protection Products: Wolman develops, produces, and markets wood protection chemicals including pressure impregnation products (Wolmanit CX, Wolsit KD, Wolmanit ProColor), anti-sapstain products (Wolsin, Sinesto), construction timber treatment (Wolsit EC), and wood-based material protection (Xyligen 30 F, Wolsit T, Wolsit F-15T). Revenue is generated through direct product sales to industrial customers and professional users.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Wolman develops, produces, and markets high-performance wood preservation chemicals and passive fire protection materials for industrial users and professional applicators. The wood protection portfolio covers vacuum pressure impregnation products, construction timber treatments, anti-sapstain preservatives, and wood-based material protection. The fire protection portfolio spans intumescent coatings, silicate-based intumescent panels, cable fire protection and penetration sealing systems, and customized fire protection solutions for specialized sectors.

Product overview

Wolman Wood and Fire Protection GmbH develops, produces, and markets high-performance wood preservation and passive fire protection chemicals for industrial use and professional users. The product portfolio is organized into two main divisions: Wood Protection (Kesseldruckprodukte/Vacuum Pressure Impregnation including Wolmanit® CX, Wolsit® KD, Wolmanit® ProColor; Bauholzimprägnierung/Construction Timber Treatment with Wolsit® EC; Bläueschutz/Anti-sapstain with Wolsin® and Sinesto®; and Schutz von Holzwerkstoffen/Wood-Based Material Protection with Xyligen® 30 F/Wolsit® F-15T and Wolsit® T) and Fire Protection (Interdens® and Exterdens® intumescent coatings; Wolmanit® Firestop and Antiflamm for wood; Palusol® and Palusol® SW silicate-based intumescent products; KBS® cable fire protection and penetration sealing systems including Coating, Foamcoat, Mortar, Pipe Seal, Sealbags, Tub Jacket; and Flamastic® Customized Solutions for specialized applications). The company has been a leader in wood protection for over a century and in fire protection for over 60 years. Since May 2023, Wolman has been part of Sika Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wolmanit® CX Vacuum pressure impregnation product providing long-lasting protection for wood in constant contact with earth, effective against fungi, insects, and weathering. Used by industrial wood treaters for outdoor wood applications.
• Wolsit® KD Vacuum pressure impregnation product for outdoor wood applications, part of the pressure treatment system used by industrial wood treaters.
• Wolmanit® ProColor Color concentrate system for vacuum pressure treated wood that delivers uniform coloring along with long-lasting protection, with design options for finished appearance.
• Wolsit® EC Water-soluble construction timber preservative applied via dipping processes, providing permanent protection against wood-destroying fungi and insects for interior and exterior use.
• Wolsin® Anti-sapstain preservative that protects freshly cut wood from discoloration and fungal damage immediately after cutting.
• Sinesto® Anti-sapstain preservative with proven efficacy worldwide, combining effective wood protection with strong toxicological and eco-toxicological profile.
• Xyligen® 30 F / Wolsit® F-15T Preservative treatment for wood-based materials including chipboard, OSB, and plywood, protecting against fungal and insect infestation.
• Wolsit® T Treatment product for wood-based materials providing preventive protection against biological infestation.
• Interdens® Intumescent fire protection product that foams up during fire, effectively extending the fire resistance of building components for interior applications such as door locks and hinges.
• Exterdens® Intumescent fire protection product similar to Interdens®, designed for applications where wet conditions may be encountered.
• Wolmanit® Firestop Fire protection coating system for wood and wood-based materials providing effective and permanent fire protection for facades, walls, and ceiling linings.
• Wolmanit® Antiflamm Intumescent fire protection coating for wooden components, widely used in public transport for passenger seat shells to achieve low flammability and protect passengers.
• Palusol® Silicate-based intumescent fire protection product used in fire doors, elevator doors, safes, server cabinets, and ventilation bulkheads.
• Palusol® SW Fire protection panel variant of Palusol® used in fire doors, frames, and walls for enhanced fire compartment protection, produced at the Frankenthal site.
• KBS® Coating Fire protective cable coating that prevents flame propagation along cable ways in transformer stations and industrial facilities.
• KBS® Foamcoat Fire protective coating product for cable and structural steel protection, used in wall penetration seals.
• KBS® Mortar Mortar-based fire stopping solution for concrete floor penetrations and cable transit sealing.
• KBS® Pipe Seal M Pipe penetration seal collar for plastic pipes up to 400mm diameter, providing fire and smoke protection through walls and ceilings.
• KBS® Sealbags Permanent fire protection solution in bag form for cable penetration sealing, used in mining and industrial applications.
• KBS® Tub Jacket Wall penetration seal solution for steel pipe protection, ensuring temperature limits are maintained during fire.
• Flamastic® Customized Solutions Customized fire protection solutions using intumescent (silicate, graphite, phosphate based) and ablative technologies for challenging applications including e-mobility, marine, railway, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Available as Dry Blends, Pastes, Compounds, and Films.

Named customers19 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Concorde-Corodex GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023Wolman was a co-exhibitor with Concorde-Corodex Group at Intersec 2023 in Dubai, expanding reach in the Middle East fire protection market.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Nullifire (Tremco CPG): Specialty manufacturer of intumescent and fire-stopping coatings for the construction industry — directly comparable to Wolman's Interdens, Exterdens and Wolmanit Firestop products.
• Promat (Etex Group): Passive fire protection specialist offering intumescent boards, sprays, and penetration seals for buildings and infrastructure — directly comparable to Wolman's KBS and Palusol product lines.
• Koppers Inc. Global leader in wood preservation and treatment products for railroad ties, utility poles, and construction timber — directly comparable to Wolman's Wolmanit and Wolsit pressure-impregnation portfolio.
• Viance LLC (Osmose Utilities Services): Specializes in wood preservative technologies for outdoor applications and treated lumber — directly comparable to Wolman's Wolmanit CX vacuum-pressure impregnation products.
• Arxada (formerly Lonza Microbial Control): Specialty chemicals producer with a dedicated wood protection and preservation business — directly comparable to Wolman's preservative and anti-sapstain chemistry portfolio.
• Hilti AG: Major manufacturer of firestop systems including cable and pipe penetration seals sold through construction channels — directly comparable to Wolman's KBS penetration sealing range.

Broad incumbents

• Rockwool International: Leading manufacturer of stone wool insulation and passive fire protection systems for buildings, tunnels, and industrial applications — comparable to Wolman's passive fire protection offering.
• BASF SE (Wood Protection / Construction Chemicals): Global chemical major with construction chemicals and historically a presence in wood preservatives (originally co-creator of the Palusol joint venture via Saint Gobain partnership) — broad incumbent comparable to Wolman's specialty chemical position.
• Carboline (PPG Industries): Manufacturer of fireproofing, intumescent, and high-performance coatings for industrial and infrastructure assets under PPG — comparable to Wolman's industrial fire protection coating portfolio (KBS Coating, Wolmanit Firestop).
• 3M Fire Protection (now including SciCan / Nelson): Broad-line industrial manufacturer offering firestop products, intumescent wraps, and cable coatings as part of a wider specialty portfolio — competes with Wolman's KBS cable and penetration seal systems.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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