What Henkelhausen does

Henkelhausen is a German family-owned industrial services and engineering company headquartered in Krefeld, founded in 1936, that specializes in drive and energy solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure customers. The company operates four interconnected pillars: Antriebstechnik (sale and customization of motors from DEUTZ, Volvo Penta, MTU, and MWM, plus alternative propulsion including hybrid diesel-electric systems, hydrogen combustion generators, and GTL/HVO100 fuel retrofits); Antriebsservice (maintenance, repair, restoration, and training services with in-house workshops in Krefeld and Melle); Energietechnik (design, production, and installation of Netzersatzanlagen emergency power systems, switchgear, and control systems); and Anlagenservice (facility-level maintenance, retrofit, and 44. BImSchV emissions compliance).

The underlying technology stack combines proprietary alternative drive engineering (hybrid and hydrogen systems, fuel retrofit kits) with custom NEA switchgear/control systems and a digital Service Portal providing remote video diagnostics and Engine4.Service field service management via the Mobile-Function platform. The company holds exclusive Regionalvertretung West status for DEUTZ and Volvo Penta Marine & Industrial Dealer authorization, granting territorial distribution rights in western Germany and access to OEM dealer portals.

Henkelhausen makes money through a diversified mix of one-time capital sales (drive systems, energy systems installations), recurring aftermarket revenue (11,000+ spare parts SKU warehouse with 24-hour delivery, long-term maintenance and retrofit contracts, BImSchV/VDE/DGUV compliance services), and authorized dealer service fees that extend warranties to 24 months. Go-to-market combines direct field sales with technical consultation, regional dealer channels, e-commerce for parts, and annual POWERDAY industry events; customer segments span construction/rail, agriculture/forestry, marine, and critical infrastructure (hospitals, data centers, telecoms).

Name

Henkelhausen

Legal name

HENKELHAUSEN GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://henkelhausen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1936

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Drive and Energy Systems

NAICS

Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (333613), Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing (333611)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Engines & Turbines (3510), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Starter, Alternator & Motor/Generator Rebuild/Remanufacturing (TLAKALAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hybrid System Service (ICE-EV Integration, HV Components) (TLAKAMAJ), Material Handling & Industrial Lift Vehicle Manufacturing (Forklifts/Telehandlers/Reach Stackers) (IMACAFAD)

Keywords

• Industrial drive solutions
• Emergency power systems
• Motor maintenance services
• Alternative propulsion technology
• Diesel engine distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Krefeld

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Drive Technology Sales: Sale of new motors and drive systems from manufacturers DEUTZ, Volvo Penta, MTU, and MWM, including individual customization and complete solutions
2. Energy Technology Systems: Design, production and installation of Netzersatzanlagen (emergency power systems), switchgear and control systems for critical infrastructure
3. Maintenance and Repair Services: Comprehensive service including preventive maintenance, repairs, restoration and on-site technical support for motors and energy systems
4. Spare Parts Distribution: Sale of original spare parts through DEUTZ and Volvo Penta online shops, with 24/7 availability and rapid delivery from central warehouse of 11,000+ parts
5. Retrofit and Modernization: Upgrade and technology modernization services for existing systems including BImSchV compliance (exhaust gas treatment)

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Henkelhausen provides integrated drive and energy solutions for industrial customers, including the sale, installation, maintenance and repair of diesel, electric, hybrid and hydrogen-powered motors and systems from manufacturers such as DEUTZ, Volvo Penta, MTU and MWM. The company also designs and installs Netzersatzanlagen (emergency power systems), switchgear and control systems for critical infrastructure, and distributes original spare parts through dedicated online shops.

Product overview

Henkelhausen is a family-owned German company (founded 1936) specializing in drive and energy solutions for industrial applications. The company operates as a platform of interconnected services organized into four main pillars: Antriebstechnik (Drive Technology) for motor sales and customization, Antriebsservice (Drive Service) for maintenance and repair, Energietechnik (Energy Technology) for emergency power systems and switchgear, and Anlagenservice (Plant Service) for facility maintenance. Key products include industrial motors from DEUTZ, Volvo Penta, MTU, and MWM, alternative propulsion systems (hybrids, hydrogen), emergency power systems, and comprehensive after-sales support through their online shops and service portal. With approximately 200 employees, Henkelhausen serves diverse sectors including construction, rail, agriculture, marine, and industrial manufacturing throughout Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Antriebstechnik (Drive Technology) Sale of new motors and complete drive systems from manufacturers DEUTZ, Volvo Penta, MTU and MWM, including 3D construction, component individualization and engineering/abnahme services for off-road machinery, construction, rail, agriculture, marine and industrial applications.
• Alternative Antriebe (Alternative Drives) Future-oriented propulsion solutions including hybrid systems combining diesel and electric motors, stationary hydrogen combustion generators, and retrofit conversions using GTL (Gas-to-Liquids) and HVO100 (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil) fuels for sustainability-focused industrial operators.
• Netzersatzanlagen (Emergency Power Systems) Design, production and installation of emergency power supply systems that provide electricity when the general grid fails, including power generation units, NEA switchgear and control systems with island or grid-parallel operation for hospitals, data centers, telecommunications and industrial facilities.
• Antriebsservice (Drive Service) Comprehensive motor service including preventive maintenance, repairs, restoration, technical support and training services for industrial motors and drive systems, with in-house workshop capabilities for overhauls and conversions.
• Anlagenservice (Plant Service) Complete plant service including system maintenance, repair and restoration, comprehensive service packages, and 44. BImSchV-compliant exhaust gas treatment for industrial facilities and energy installations.
• Schaltanlagen (Switchgear) Custom switchgear and control systems manufacturing for emergency power systems and industrial energy installations, including island or grid-parallel operation capabilities and VDE/DGUV-compliant commissioning.
• Motoren Reparatur (Motor Repair & Restoration) Professional motor repair and restoration services including engine overhauls, motor conversions and extensions carried out in the in-house workshop at Melle, serving off-road machinery, agricultural tractors and industrial motor applications.
• Ersatzteile (Spare Parts Supply) Distribution of original spare parts from DEUTZ, Volvo Penta and MWM with an inventory of over 11,000 parts in central warehouse, supported by 24-hour delivery service and night express shipping for urgent requirements.
• DEUTZ & Volvo Penta Online Shops Branded online spare parts ordering platforms for DEUTZ and Volvo Penta products with customer accounts, order history, personalized pricing, and 24/7 availability for registered industrial customers in the West region.
• Serviceportal (Remote Service Portal) Digital service platform providing remote troubleshooting, remote video support for fault diagnosis, and on-site service appointment scheduling for industrial motor and energy system customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85+ years of continuous operation and expertise development
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and operational.

• ARADEXstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 August 2023Partnership focused on electrification solutions, combining Henkelhausen's drive system expertise with ARADEX's electrification technology capabilities for industrial applications.
• DEUTZ AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHenkelhausen serves as Regionalvertretung West (regional representative West) for DEUTZ AG, distributing DEUTZ motors and original spare parts through dedicated online shop and direct sales channels with access to the DEUTZ Service Portal for digital fleet management.
• Volvo PentacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHenkelhausen holds Volvo Penta Marine & Industrial Dealer status, providing comprehensive sales, installation and service support for Volvo Penta motors across industrial and marine applications with access to the Volvo Penta dealer portal.
• Mobile-FunctionoperationalTechnology or IntegrationDigital collaboration using Mobile-Function's Engine4.Service field service management platform to digitize workflows in sales, technology and consulting operations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aggreko: Global provider of temporary and emergency power solutions and industrial cooling; competes with Henkelhausen's Netzersatzanlagen business and represents the larger-scale, internationally diversified version of that opportunity.
• Wärtsilä: Global marine and energy engine manufacturer with a substantial service and decarbonization portfolio; comparable as it competes with Henkelhausen's marine and emergency-power offerings and is investing heavily in hybrid/hydrogen solutions.
• MAN Energy Solutions: Large-scale engine OEM and service provider covering marine, power, and industrial applications; comparable as an integrated manufacturer-service platform addressing the same critical-infrastructure and industrial customers as Henkelhausen.
• Rolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU): MTU is one of Henkelhausen's distributed engine brands and a global incumbent in industrial/marine engines and power generation; overlapping in emergency-power systems, large engine service, and hybrid drive development.

Direct peers

• Volvo Penta: Henkelhausen is a Volvo Penta Marine & Industrial Dealer (Center PLUS tier); Volvo Penta's marine and industrial engine portfolio mirrors Henkelhausen's core product line and aftermarket service model.
• DEUTZ AG: OEM whose diesel and emerging drive engines Henkelhausen distributes and services as Regionalvertretung West; directly comparable as an engine manufacturer with adjacent service operations in industrial and off-highway segments.
• Zeppelin GmbH (Caterpillar dealer): Authorized Caterpillar dealer in Germany providing sales, service, and parts for construction, mining, and industrial equipment — directly comparable business model to Henkelhausen's authorized-dealer-and-service operations in off-highway markets.
• MWM (Caterpillar Energy Solutions): Gas engine OEM whose products Henkelhausen distributes and services; directly comparable in industrial gas-engine sales, parts, and aftermarket service for distributed power generation.
• Wolf Power Systems: Germany-based specialist in generator sets, emergency power, and power solutions; closely comparable to Henkelhausen's Energietechnik (Netzersatzanlagen) division in product range and target customers.

Regional players

• Himoinsa (Yanmar Group): Generator-set manufacturer and service provider focused on European and emerging markets; comparable as an alternative-drive and emergency-power equipment specialist targeting similar industrial and critical-infrastructure segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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