Protan
Protan is a Norwegian-founded (1939) manufacturer of PVC, TPO, and bituminous roofing membranes, roof systems, technical textiles, and tunneling/mining ventilation solutions, serving commercial, industrial, and infrastructure customers across 30+ countries via direct operations in 10 European markets and certified distributors.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1939
- HeadquartersDrammen, Norway
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Protan does
Protan is a Norwegian-headquartered manufacturer of polymer roofing membranes, waterproofing systems, and technical textiles, founded in 1939 and based in Drammen, Norway. The company produces PVC, TPO/FPO, and bituminous roofing membranes alongside complete roof systems (exposed, green, blue, cool, vacuum, solar, ballasted), ventilation and waterproofing solutions for tunneling and mining, and PVC-coated technical textiles for demanding environments. Its proprietary platforms include ProVac (wind-powered vacuum roof attachment), BlueProof (rooftop stormwater attenuation with up to 90% lower climate gas emissions vs. underground concrete drainage), BlueProof Green (combined blue-green roof), PROcycle (circular recycling of membranes), and Protan SE 1.8 — which received the industry's first documented 50-year service life Technical Approval from ETA Denmark in 2024.
The business operates through a hybrid go-to-market combining direct sales via wholly owned operations in 10 European countries, certified distributor networks spanning 30+ countries (including strategic partners CIC Construction Chemicals in Saudi Arabia and Maleko in Estonia), a B2B eShop, and a Protan Contracting installation arm in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of membranes and systems, supplemented by professional services including ProPlan planning software, ProKalk pricing tools, and BIM support to architects, consultants, and contractors. The company is privately held by the Ameln family through the Moelsa holding company, employs approximately 800 people, and reports revenues exceeding 2.3 billion NOK. Recent strategic priorities include a near-complete executive refresh, manufacturing capacity additions in Poland (€11M, 2023) and Turkey (2024), sustainability-driven product extensions, and Middle East market entry.
Protan firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Protan
- Legal name
- Protan AS
- Website
- https://protan.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1939
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Protan is a Norwegian-founded (1939) manufacturer of PVC, TPO, and bituminous roofing membranes, roof systems, technical textiles, and tunneling/mining ventilation solutions, serving commercial, industrial, and infrastructure customers across 30+ countries via direct operations in 10 European markets and certified distributors.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Protan industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Roofing Membranes and Systems
- NAICS
- Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412), Fabric Coating Mills (313320), Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (3252)
- SIC
- Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950), Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820), Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821), Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied) (IMAFAMAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Single-Ply Membranes (TPO/PVC/EPDM) (IMADAFAF), Coated & Laminated Industrial Fabrics (Tarpaulins/Awnings/Inflatables/Architectural Membranes) (IMAOADAI), Membranes, Consumables & Chemicals (Elements, Antiscalants, Cleaning) (EUANAFAJ)
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Where Protan is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Drammen
- HQ country
- Norway
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices8 records
Markets served
Protan business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Roofing Membranes and Systems: Protan generates revenue through manufacturing and selling PVC, TPO, and bituminous roofing membranes, along with complete roof systems including exposed roofs, green roofs, blue roofs, solar roofs, and vacuum roof systems.
- Technical Textiles: PVC-coated technical textiles for demanding conditions worldwide including applications in Arctic to tropical climates, both on land and offshore.
- Tunneling and Mining Solutions: Ventilation systems (Ventiflex) and waterproofing systems for mines and tunnels, serving as a leading global supplier in this segment.
- Additional Systems and Accessories: Safety equipment, fastening materials, sedum roofs, radon membranes, wet room membranes, tent and hall structures, and vinyl wallpaper for office system walls.
- Project Design Services: ProPlan roof planning software, ProKalk calculation and pricing tools, and BIM support services to architects, consultants, and contractors.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard product pricing based on price lists |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels7 records
Protan product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Protan develops, manufactures, and supplies thermoplastic roofing membranes (PVC, TPO/FPO, bituminous) and complete roof systems (exposed, green, blue, cool, vacuum, solar, ballasted, design) for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure buildings. The company also produces technical textiles, tunnel ventilation and waterproofing systems (Ventiflex), and complementary products such as sedum roofs, radon and wet-room membranes, safety equipment, and vinyl wallpaper, supported by ProPlan/ProKalk design tools and BIM objects.
Product overview
Protan is a manufacturer of high-quality roof coverings and membranes with a comprehensive portfolio spanning multiple product categories. The core offerings include PVC roofing membranes (Protan SE series with documented 50-year service life), TPO/FPO roofing membranes, and bituminous membranes. These membrane products form the foundation for various roof systems including Exposed, Green, Blue, Cool, Vacuum (ProVac), Solar, Ballasted, and Design systems. Beyond roofing, Protan provides Tunneling & Mining solutions (Ventiflex ventilation and waterproofing systems), Technical Textiles (PVC-coated fabrics), and Additional Systems including safety equipment, sedum roofs, radon membranes, wet room membranes, tent structures, and vinyl wallpaper. The product ecosystem is supported by digital tools including ProPlan (roof planning software), ProKalk (calculation/pricing), BIM objects, and an eShop platform. Key innovations include BlueProof (water attenuation), PROcycle (circular economy/recycling), and specialized solutions for BREEAM-certified buildings. Protan operates manufacturing facilities across Norway, Poland, and Turkey with approximately 800 employees and revenues exceeding 2.3 billion kroner.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ProVac: Vacuum Roofing System - a unique solution for demanding projects where the roofing membrane is sucked onto the roof structure using wind power
- PROcycle
- BlueProof
- BlueProof Green
- PROline
- Litex
- ProPlan
- ProKalk
Products and services
- Protan SE PVC Roofing Membranes Polyester-reinforced PVC roofing membranes for Nordic climates, including self-extinguishing SE series with non-slip surface texture, tear resistance, and documented 50-year service life, used for exposed, warm compact, and cold ventilated roofs.
- TPO/FPO Roofing Membranes Next-generation thermoplastic polyolefin membranes with UV resistance, T1/T2 fire resistance, chemical resistance, temperature tolerance from -30C to 80C, and solar-reflective properties for exposed flat roofs and protected roofs under sedum or solar panels.
- Bituminous Membranes
Quantifiable outcome
- 50+ years documented service life for Protan SE membrane (TGA 2024/010)
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use Protan
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Protan technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature8 records
Protan partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- CIC Construction ChemicalscoreProtan Middle East entered into a strategic distribution agreement with CIC Construction Chemicals for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia market. This partnership leverages CIC's strong distribution network to bring Protan's high-quality products to the vibrant KSA market.
- Maleko Ltdcore25-year partnership with Estonia's oldest and largest importer of roofing materials. Maleko specializes in selling bituminous materials and PVC roofing and waterproofing products, serving as Protan's distributor since 1998.
- NornercoreProtan collaborated with Norner, an independent industrial research and technology center specializing in polymer and plastics innovation, on the NextGen TPO project. Norner contributed expertise in polymer technology and materials science to develop improved TPO recipes.
- NornercoreProtan partners with Norner's independent polymer research experts for the Mythbusters series, addressing concerns around microplastics and welding fumes in PVC roofing membranes through scientific fact-based insights.
- RockwoolminorCollaborative project with Rockwool, Protan's main supplier of stone wool insulation, to investigate changing pallet design so substrate can also be used as insulation material, reducing waste. Also exploring participation in Rockwool's Rockcycle recycling scheme.
- BergknappminorBergknapp supplies sedum cassettes for green roof installations, partnering with Protan on projects like Neumann Fagerdalen and IKEA Bergen. Sedum provides natural insulation, delays stormwater runoff, and offers visually appealing finish.
- Safari EiendomminorProperty developer for Neumann Fagerdalen project in Sandviken, Norway. Protan provided roofing solutions for this BREEAM-certified facility developed by Safari Eiendom.
- Lars Jønsson ASminorConstruction contractor for Neumann Fagerdalen project, building the facility to BREEAM standards with Protan supplying complete roofing solution.
- UrbaniumcoreProperty developer and strategic partner for Vega Scene project - Norway's first bluegreen roof. Urbanium has strong environmental ambitions and stands for green transformations of central city areas, working closely with Protan on innovative bluegreen roof solutions.
- Asplan ViakminorArchitecture and landscape architecture firm that collaborated on Vega Scene project, contributing to development of Norway's first bluegreen roof with Protan's BlueProof Green solution.
- NIBIO (Norwegian Institute for Bioeconomy)minorResearch institution that contributed to Vega Scene bluegreen roof project, bringing scientific expertise to the development of the pioneering roof solution.
- NorLenseminorCo-developed Protan Anti-Slip PVC membrane with unique performances for tent and hall floor applications, combining NorLense's expertise with Protan's membrane technology.
- Structur Trondheim ASminorPartner on K.U.K. project in Trondheim, working with Protan's BlueProof Green solution for this BREEAM-NOR Very Good certified building.
Scale indicators11 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Protan competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Renolit SE: German manufacturer of PVC and TPO roofing and waterproofing membranes (Renolit ALKORPLAN, ALKORTEC, ALKORTOP). Direct competitor in PVC single-ply roofing and a comparable mid-sized specialty membrane producer with a similar European footprint.
- IKO: Global manufacturer of bituminous roofing membranes and waterproofing systems, with a strong European presence (IKO Europe, IKO Polska). Direct competitor to Protan in bituminous and modified-bitumen roofing, with overlap in Central and Eastern European markets.
- Firestone Building Products (Holcim): Now part of Holcim Solutions & Products, Firestone is a global producer of EPDM, TPO, and bituminous roofing membranes with strong European presence. Directly competes with Protan in single-ply membranes and shares the same commercial-roofing installer/specifier channel.
- Carlisle Construction Materials: Largest North American manufacturer of EPDM and TPO single-ply roofing membranes (Carlisle SynTec). Closely comparable in core product technology (single-ply membranes) and end-use cases (commercial flat-roof waterproofing), and a meaningful global export competitor to Protan's TPO and PVC lines.
- Bauder (Paul Bauder GmbH & Co. KG): German family-owned manufacturer of bituminous, single-ply (PVC, FPO/TPO, EPDM), and liquid-applied roofing systems plus green roof solutions. Closely comparable to Protan in product mix, customer base (European commercial roofing), and in-house system approach including green/blue roof offerings.
- Sika Sarnafil (division of Sika AG): Sika's single-ply roofing membrane division, producing Sarnafil PVC and Sikaplan TPO/FPO membranes. The most head-to-head direct peer in commercial flat-roof single-ply membranes and a benchmark for pricing, specification, and warranty terms in the same European and global markets as Protan.
Broad incumbents
- Sika AG: Swiss-listed specialty chemicals and construction materials giant with a large roofing and waterproofing systems portfolio (Sarnafil PVC/TPO single-ply membranes, Sikaplan). Directly comparable to Protan in single-ply roofing membranes, but operates at significantly larger scale across all construction chemistries.
- GAF Materials (Standard Industries): North America's largest roofing manufacturer (asphalt shingles, TPO, EPDM, commercial systems), part of Standard Industries alongside BMI. Comparable in commercial flat-roof membranes, particularly TPO/EPDM, but primarily a North American player; a future export push would make it a more direct competitor to Protan in Europe.
- BMI Group (Standard Industries): European roofing giant owned by Standard Industries, formed from the merger of Braas Monier and Icopal, offering pitched and flat roofing systems including bituminous, single-ply, and EPDM. Overlaps directly with Protan in flat-roof waterproofing, particularly in Northern and Central Europe, but with a much broader product range.
Regional players
- Danosa: Spanish manufacturer of waterproofing membranes, thermal/acoustic insulation, and drainage systems for construction, with growing activity in Portugal and Latin America. Comparable to Protan in membrane product range and Iberian market overlap, but does not currently compete head-to-head across Northern Europe.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance13 records
Protan financial estimates
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Protan leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
Protan subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries8 records
Protan funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Protan M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Protan
What does Protan do?
Protan develops, manufactures, and supplies thermoplastic roofing membranes (PVC, TPO/FPO, bituminous) and complete roof systems (exposed, green, blue, cool, vacuum, solar, ballasted, design) for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure buildings. The company also produces technical textiles, tunnel ventilation and waterproofing systems (Ventiflex), and complementary products such as sedum roofs, radon and wet-room membranes, safety equipment, and vinyl wallpaper, supported by ProPlan/ProKalk design tools and BIM objects.
Is Protan a public or private company?
Protan is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Protan founded?
Protan was founded in 1939. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Protan based?
Protan is headquartered in Drammen, Norway, in the Europe region.
How does Protan make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Roofing Membranes and Systems are the primary driver. The others are technical Textiles, tunneling and Mining Solutions, additional Systems and Accessories and project Design Services.
Who are Protan's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Renolit SE, IKO, Firestone Building Products (Holcim), Carlisle Construction Materials, Bauder (Paul Bauder GmbH & Co. KG) and Sika Sarnafil (division of Sika AG). Broad incumbents are Sika AG, GAF Materials (Standard Industries) and BMI Group (Standard Industries). Danosa is listed as a regional player.
Does Protan have an API?
No public API is recorded for Protan.
What industry is Protan in?
Protan's product category is Industrial Roofing Membranes and Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAA, Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied), with a secondary code of IMADAFAF, Single-Ply Membranes (TPO/PVC/EPDM). Its NAICS code is 32412 and its SIC code is 2950.