What Atech Antriebstechnik does

Atech Antriebstechnik GmbH is a German system provider and integrator of drive technology and motion control components for battery-electric and hybrid industrial vehicles. Founded in 1987 in Burghausen and now headquartered in Mehring, Bavaria, the company employs approximately 40 staff and operates as the exclusive German- and English-speaking premium distribution and integration partner of the Italian ZAPI GROUP across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), with a regional sales office in Braunschweig.

The product portfolio spans the full electrification stack: ZAPI and INMOTION inverters and controllers (including the proprietary ACH high-voltage inverter family up to 300 kW, 100–800 V input); ZIVAN, DELTA-Q and STERCOM battery chargers (onboard/offboard, including inductive and bidirectional V2G/V2L); Flash Battery lithium iron phosphate systems with integrated heating management (–25°C to +60°C operation, 80% charge in 45 minutes, 3,000+ cycles); motors and gear units from Best Motor and Schabmüller; Kinemotion steering systems; plus DC/DC converters, contactors, connectors, and operator controls. Beyond components, ATECH supplies ATECH pitch systems for wind turbines (200 kW to 6 MW, onshore and offshore), BlueBotics ANT navigation technology for AGVs, UBIQUICOM RTLS, anti-collision and telematics systems, and custom hybrid/electric project delivery through the ZAPI-affiliated 4e-consulting unit. An in-house service and repair department provides exchange units, retrofits, remote diagnostics (TeamViewer) and on-site support across the installed base.

Revenue is generated through two principal streams: hardware sales of electrified drive and motion components (the core stream, supplied to OEMs such as Bulmor for material-handling sideloaders) and professional services (repair, exchange units, retrofits, technical consultation). Go-to-market is consultative direct sales — ATECH's own sales force and regional account managers (e.g., Peter Richter for Northern Germany) — operating alongside the exclusive ZAPI GROUP distribution channel. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is project-specific, based on customer configuration. Customers are predominantly OEMs and system integrators across two primary verticals — material-handling equipment (forklifts, AGVs, pallet trucks, tractors) and airport ground support equipment (baggage tugs, pushback tractors, belt loaders, catering vehicles) — with additional exposure to construction, agricultural, marine, light electric vehicles, and wind energy. The facility has been CO2-neutral since March 2016 via own photovoltaic generation and nearby hydroelectric power.

Name

Atech Antriebstechnik

Legal name

ATECH Antriebstechnik für Elektrofahrzeuge Vertriebs GmbH

Website

https://atech-antriebstechnik.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Atech Antriebstechnik is a German system provider and integrator of drive technology and motion control components for battery-electric and hybrid industrial vehicles, serving as the exclusive DACH premium partner of the ZAPI GROUP for OEMs across material handling, airport GSE, construction, agriculture, wind, and marine.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Vehicle Electrification Components

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (33635)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Truck & Commercial Vehicle Electrification Manufacturing (eAxles/Battery Packs/Fuel Cells) (IMACABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

EV Power Electronics & Drivetrain Electrification Service (Inverters, DC-DC, eAxles) (TLAKAMAI), Hybrid Powertrain Integration Manufacturing (ICE-HEV/PHEV modules) (IMACAHAJ)

Keywords

• Electric drive technology
• Industrial vehicle electrification
• Battery charger systems
• Motion control components
• Lithium battery solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Mehring

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Motion Technology Components Sales: Sale of electrification components including ZAPI inverters, controllers, battery chargers (ZIVAN, Delta-Q, STERCOM), motors (Best Motor, Schabmüller, Inmotion), steering systems, lithium batteries, and accessories for battery-electric and hybrid industrial vehicles.
2. Service and Repair: In-house repair and overhaul services for products including ZAPI controllers/inverters, Zivan battery chargers, displays, control panels, steering units, gear units, hydraulic pumps, and DC/DC converters. Offers exchange units, on-site service, and retrofit solutions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Atech Antriebstechnik sells electric drive and motion-control components for battery-electric and hybrid industrial vehicles, acting as the DACH-region premium partner of Italy's ZAPI GROUP. The product range covers inverters and controllers (ZAPI, INMOTION), battery chargers (ZIVAN, DELTA-Q, STERCOM), lithium iron phosphate batteries (FLASH BATTERY), motors and gear units, hydraulic pumps, steering systems, DC/DC converters, contactors, connectors and the proprietary ACH high-voltage inverters and ATECH wind-turbine pitch systems. The company also provides system integration, in-house repair, retrofit, exchange units, and remote-maintenance support to vehicle OEMs and fleet operators.

Product overview

Atech Antriebstechnik is a system provider for battery-electric and hybrid industrial vehicles, offering an integrated portfolio of drive and motion control components. The product portfolio centers on ZAPI and INMOTION inverters/controllers, ZIVAN and DELTA-Q battery chargers, STERCOM charging solutions, and FLASH BATTERY lithium technology. Supporting products include motors and gear units (from Best Motor and Schabmüller), hydraulic systems, contactors, connectors, DC/DC converters, brakes, and operator controls. The company also provides specialized subsystems including UBIQUICOM RTLS/anti-collision safety systems, ATECH pitch systems for wind turbines, and custom hybrid/electrification solutions through 4e-consulting. All components are designed for industrial vehicles including forklifts, airport ground support equipment, construction machines, agricultural equipment, and marine applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ZAPI Inverter | Controller | Impulse Controls | Steering Systems Electronic controllers, inverters, impulse controls and steering systems from ZAPI for motion control of battery-powered electric vehicles in industrial applications.
• INMOTION Inverter | Steering Systems | DC/DC | Motors | Generators High and low voltage inverters, steering systems, DC/DC converters, electric motors and generators from Inmotion Technologies for vehicle electrification programs.
• ZIVAN Battery Chargers Switching battery chargers for onboard and offboard applications, supporting 1-phase and 3-phase operation with voltages from 12V to high-voltage across various battery types.
• DELTA-Q Battery Chargers Industrial high-frequency battery chargers for lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, extending battery life and reducing cost of ownership for electric vehicles and industrial machines.
• STERCOM Battery Chargers Intelligent charging and storage solutions including onboard chargers, inductive charging, and bidirectional Vehicle-to-Grid / Vehicle-to-Building / Vehicle-to-Load charging.
• FLASH BATTERY - Lithium Technology Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries with integrated heating management for cold-resistant operation from -25°C to +60°C, fast charging to 80% in 45 minutes, and over 3,000 charge cycles for industrial and GSE applications.
• ACH High Voltage Inverters Proprietary ATECH high voltage inverters for large hybrid or electric vehicles with continuous power up to 300 kW, suitable for input voltages between 100V and 800V, with 60,000+ hour lifetime, automatic overheating and overvoltage protection, integrated EMI filter, and IP6K9K protection rating.
• ATECH Pitch Systems Low-voltage electrical blade angle adjustment systems for wind turbine performance control, suitable for onshore and offshore wind turbines from 200 kW to 6 MW, controlling blade angle for optimum energy yield and safe operation.
• Special Products Systems (4e-consulting hybridisation and electrification projects) Customized hybridisation and electrification solutions for construction vehicles, agricultural tractors, boats and other industrial mobility applications, including mechanical integration, electrical design and field validation testing.
• Charging Solutions for Industrial Vehicles Complete charging infrastructure solutions for industrial fleets including on-board and off-board chargers with various power ratings (7 kW, 22 kW) and fast-charging options, drawn from the ZIVAN, DELTA-Q and STERCOM portfolios.
• ATECH Service and Repair Department In-house repair and overhaul services for ZAPI controllers and inverters, ZIVAN battery chargers, displays, control panels, steering units, gear units, hydraulic pumps and DC/DC converters, offering exchange units, on-site service and retrofit solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 60% lower operating costs for electrified GSE fleets compared to diesel-powered vehicles
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ZAPI GROUPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATECH operates as the German- and English-speaking premium partner of ZAPI GROUP in the DACH region. ZAPI GROUP, based in Poviglio, Italy, is a worldwide leading company in the conception and production of controls for battery-powered vehicles with over 1,700 employees at 13 production sites worldwide and annual sales exceeding 700 million USD. The partnership began over 25 years ago.
• ZAPI S.p.A.coreTechnology or IntegrationLeading manufacturer of inverters and accessories for battery-powered electric vehicles. Founded in 1975, ZAPI is the founding company of ZAPI GROUP and one of the leading suppliers in the OEM sector with five decades of experience.
• ZIVAN S.p.A.coreTechnology or IntegrationManufacturer of battery chargers and charging systems. Part of ZAPI GROUP, ZIVAN has been mastering battery recharge, control, and care since 1985, offering a leading position in switching battery chargers onboard and offboard.
• Inmotion Technologies ABcoreTechnology or IntegrationA ZAPI GROUP subsidiary and global provider of electric drive motors, controllers, and additional components. Based in Tyresö, Sweden with 124 employees and manufacturing centers in US, Japan, China, and South Korea. Founded in 1967, has supplied several million inverters to vehicle customers worldwide.
• Delta-Q TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustrial battery charger manufacturer for lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. A ZAPI GROUP company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. More than 3 million electric vehicles and industrial machines use Delta-Q products.
• Best Motor S.R.L.coreTechnology or IntegrationA ZAPI GROUP subsidiary manufacturer of electric drive and hydraulic pump motors. Based in Soliera (Modena), Italy. Founded in 1990, holds a leadership position in the European market for electric motors for electric vehicles.
• Schabmüller GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in electrical drive technology developing customer-specific motors for mobile work machines, battery-powered vehicles, and hybrid system components. Manufactures, tests and validates solutions up to series-production readiness with 'Made in Germany' quality.
• ZTP S.R.L.coreTechnology or IntegrationA ZAPI GROUP subsidiary providing technical assistance, spare parts, repairs, and after-sales support for ZAPI electronic controls. Also provides electronic control systems design for forklift conversion to DC or AC.
• STERCOM GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationBavarian company since 2014, pioneering energy technology innovation in e-mobility, battery management, and high-performance energy storage. A ZAPI GROUP company offering onboard chargers, inductive charging, bidirectional vehicle-to-grid charging, and modular energy storage systems.
• BlueBoticscoreTechnology or IntegrationA ZAPI GROUP company established in Switzerland in 2001, providing autonomous navigation technology (ANT) for AGVs, automated forklifts, and mobile robots. Has spent 20 years refining natural feature navigation to make automated vehicles easier to install and operate.
• UbiquicomcoreTechnology or IntegrationAn Italian ZAPI GROUP company developing advanced real-time locating and tracking systems (RTLS) and solutions for efficiency and safety in production, supply chain, and logistics. Solutions increase efficiency by 15-25% through transparency, compliance, automation, and AI-supported optimization.
• 4e-consultingcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerA ZAPI GROUP division developing hybridization and electrification projects with international partners. Provides technical team for electrifying construction vehicles, agricultural tractors, boats, and industrial mobility vehicles, including mechanical integration, electrical design, and field validation testing.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ZAPI GROUP: The parent ecosystem of most products ATECH distributes (ZAPI, ZIVAN, Inmotion, Delta-Q, Best Motor, Schabmüller, STERCOM, Flash Battery, BlueBotics). ZAPI GROUP is a global leader in controls and electrification for battery-powered vehicles with $700M+ revenue and 13 production sites, making it both ATECH's primary supplier and a broad incumbent whose direct market entry could displace ATECH.
• Sevcon (BorgWarner): Now part of BorgWarner, Sevcon is a long-established supplier of motor controllers, inverters, and power electronics for electric and hybrid vehicles in industrial, on-road, and off-road segments. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing with ATECH's ZAPI-sourced inverters in the industrial vehicle electrification market.
• Kion Group: Global forklift and intralogistics OEM (Linde, STILL, Dematic) with a major focus on electrified industrial trucks. Comparable as a large end-customer/incumbent that purchases inverters, controllers, and batteries — increasingly with in-house electrification capabilities that could bypass third-party integrators like ATECH.
• Jungheinrich: German intralogistics OEM and one of the largest global suppliers of forklifts, electric pallet trucks, and warehouse equipment, with growing lithium-ion and energy system offerings. Comparable because Jungheinrich is both a potential ATECH customer and a vertically-integrating competitor developing in-house power electronics.
• Hyster-Yale Materials Handling: Global manufacturer of lift trucks, GSE, and port equipment (Hyster, Yale, Nuvera fuel cells) with significant electrification initiatives. Comparable as a broad incumbent forklift and GSE OEM whose electrification purchasing decisions influence ATECH's addressable demand.

Direct peers

• Inmotion Technologies: ZAPI GROUP subsidiary and global provider of high/low-voltage inverters, steering systems, DC/DC converters, motors, and generators for vehicle electrification. Comparable because Inmotion supplies the same category of drivetrain electrification components that ATECH integrates and sells into industrial vehicle OEMs across Europe.
• Curtis Instruments: Manufacturer of motor controllers, battery chargers, and instrumentation for electric vehicles including forklifts, AGVs, floor care, and industrial mobility. Directly comparable to ATECH's portfolio of ZAPI inverters/controllers and Delta-Q chargers, serving the same industrial vehicle OEM customers.
• Delta-Q Technologies: ZAPI GROUP subsidiary and Vancouver-based manufacturer of industrial battery chargers for lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, with over 3 million electric vehicles and industrial machines using its products. Comparable because Delta-Q is a direct supplier to ATECH and competes in the same industrial battery charger market that ATECH serves.
• Flash Battery: Italian ZAPI GROUP subsidiary and manufacturer of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries with integrated heating management for cold-resistant operation and 3,000+ charge cycles. Comparable to ATECH's Flash Battery product line serving industrial vehicles, GSE, and material handling OEMs.

Emerging players

• Electrovaya: Canadian supplier of lithium-ion battery systems for electric forklifts, AGVs, GSE, and other industrial vehicles. Comparable as an emerging player in the industrial vehicle lithium battery market, competing with ATECH's Flash Battery offering for similar OEM and fleet customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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