What cab Produkttechnik does

cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG is a German manufacturer of industrial product marking, labeling, and identification equipment, headquartered in Karlsruhe and operating under a privately-held GmbH & Co KG legal structure. The company has developed and manufactured thermal-transfer and direct thermal label printers, automated print-and-apply systems, fiber marking lasers, labeling heads and dispensers, PCB separation equipment, and proprietary label design software for over 50 years, serving industrial manufacturers, logistics operators, laboratories, healthcare providers, and electronics producers.

The product portfolio spans desktop printers (MACH1/2, EOS2/5), industrial printers (MACH 4S, SQUIX family including linerless, 4M for small labels, 4MT for textiles, UHF RFID, XC Q two-color, and XD Q double-sided), automated print-and-apply systems (HERMES Q, HERMES QL linerless, Hermes C two-color), tube labeling for laboratories (AXON 1, AXON 2), servo-driven labeling heads and dispensers (ROXI, IXOR, IXOR+, HS, VS, PX Q, PX QS), fiber marking lasers (XENO 1/3/4, FL+, LM+, LSG+100E safety housing), and PCB handling equipment (MAESTRO separators, HEKTOR, PCB magazines, PRECI-DIP connectors and sockets). The proprietary cablabel S3 label design software, cabLase laser marking software, Database Connector for SQL data sources, and Network Manager for fleet management are developed in lockstep with the hardware. Technical integration features include OPC UA for Industry 4.0 networked factory operation, documented SAP connectivity, SOTI Connect for centralized EMM, ZPL emulation, JScript programming for printer control, and an abc Basic Compiler for printer automation. The InNo-Liner linerless solution was co-developed with HERMA.

Revenue is generated through four streams: hardware sales (label printers, print-and-apply systems, marking lasers, labeling heads, print modules, and PCB separators); consumables (labels and transfer ribbons in wax, wax-resin, and resin grades, designed exclusively for cab printers); software licenses (cablabel S3 in free Demo and Lite tiers and paid Print and Pro tiers with annual billing); and support and professional services including technical support, remote support, and field service engineers. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales with channel partners, supported by wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany, France, USA, Taiwan, China, Singapore, and South Africa, with the website available in ten languages. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure; named reference customers include DHL (logistics), Bachmann (electronics), and Moosmann & Co (manufacturing).

Name

cab Produkttechnik

Legal name

cab Produkttechnik GmbH & Co KG

Website

https://cab.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

cab Produkttechnik is a German manufacturer of industrial label printers, print-and-apply systems, marking lasers, and PCB handling equipment with proprietary label software and consumables, serving manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and electronics customers globally through wholly-owned subsidiaries and channel partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Labeling and Marking Equipment

NAICS

Packaging and Labeling Services (56191), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Coating, Engraving & Allied Services (3470), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Labeling, Coding & Marking Equipment (Labelers, Inkjet, Laser) (IMALAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Labeling, Coding & Marking Systems (IMAHAOAE), Specialty & Functional Labels (Linerless, RFID/NFC, Braille, Smart) (IMALAKAK), Labeling, Coding & Serialization for Beverage Packaging (AFAFAJAL)

Keywords

• Industrial label printers
• Print and apply systems
• Marking laser systems
• Label design software
• PCB handling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Karlsruhe

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: cab generates revenue from selling label printers (MACH, EOS, SQUIX series), print and apply systems (HERMES Q, HERMES QL, Hermes C), marking lasers (XENO, FL+ series), labeling heads and dispensers (ROXI, IXOR, HS/VS), and print modules (PX Q, PX QS)
2. Consumables: Sale of labels and ribbons (transfer ribbons in wax, wax-resin, and resin qualities) exclusively designed for cab printers
3. Software Licenses: cablabel S3 label software available in Demo (free), Lite (free), Print, and Pro versions with different feature sets
4. Support and Services: Technical support, remote support, documentation, driver/firmware downloads, and service engineers for maintenance and repair

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

cab Produkttechnik manufactures and sells industrial product marking and identification systems, including thermal transfer and direct thermal label printers (MACH, EOS, SQUIX series), print and apply systems (HERMES Q, Hermes C), marking lasers (XENO, FL+ series), labeling heads and dispensers (ROXI, IXOR, HS/VS), tube labeling systems (AXON), and proprietary label design software (cablabel S3). The portfolio also extends to electronics industry products such as PCB separators (MAESTRO series), PCB magazines, and PRECI-DIP connectors and IC sockets, complemented by consumables (labels and ribbons) and global technical support.

Product overview

cab Produkttechnik is a German manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of product marking and identification solutions. The product range includes: (1) Label Printers - from desktop (MACH1/MACH2, EOS2/EOS5) to industrial (MACH 4S, SQUIX family including Linerless, 4M, 4MT, UHF RFID variants, and specialty printers XC Q for two-color and XD Q for double-sided printing); (2) Print and Apply Systems - HERMES Q, HERMES QL (linerless), and Hermes C for automated labeling in production lines, along with tube labeling systems AXON 1/2 for laboratories; (3) Labeling Heads and Dispensers - ROXI and IXOR/IXOR+ servo-driven labeling heads for insert labeling, and HS/VS label dispensers; (4) Marking Lasers - XENO series (1, 3, 4) and FL+ fiber lasers for permanent marking of metal and plastic, plus LM+ laser label markers and LSG+100E safety housings; (5) Label Software - cablabel S3 for label design and print control, Database Connector for SQL integration, Network Manager, and cabLase for laser marking; (6) Consumables - Labels and Ribbons. Additionally, cab offers Electronics products for PCB handling including MAESTRO PCB separators, PCB magazines, and PRECI-DIP connectors, sockets, and contacts. The portfolio is complemented by extensive accessories and support services. Product marking - Made in Germany with over 50 years of experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HERMES: Print and apply systems for automated labeling in production lines
• SQUIX
• MACH
• EOS
• XENO
• AXON
• ROXI
• IXOR
• MAESTRO
• HEKTOR
• cablabel S3
• cabLase

Products and services

• MACH1/MACH2 Label Printers Desktop label printers for small to medium-volume printing using thermal transfer and direct thermal printing methods; MACH1 features an LED display while MACH2 adds a colored LCD display and navigator pad.
• EOS2/EOS5 Label Printers Industrial label printers combining solid functionality with high operating comfort; EOS2 handles label rolls up to 152mm diameter, EOS5 accommodates rolls up to 203mm, with mobile variants available.
• MACH 4S Industrial Label Printer Industrial label printer designed for robust performance and reliability in industrial applications.
• SQUIX Industrial Label Printers Flexible industrial label printers featuring intuitive operation, reliability, speed, and high print accuracy, with variants for linerless, small labels, textile materials, and UHF RFID applications.
• XC Q Two-Color Label Printer Two-color label printer with coordinated thermal transfer print mechanisms that print simultaneously in two colors on a single label, meeting GHS labeling requirements.
• XD Q Double-Sided Label Printer Label printer capable of printing on both sides of a material in a single operation for dual-sided labeling applications.
• HERMES Q Print and Apply System Automated print and apply system for printing and applying labels in production lines; labels can be applied on all sides of products or packaging with various applicator options.
• HERMES QL Linerless Print and Apply System Linerless print and apply system for linerless and InNo-Liner materials, reducing waste and environmental impact.
• Hermes C Two-Color Print and Apply System Two-color print and apply system that prints two-color labels and applies them in a single operation.
• AXON 1 Tube Labeling System Tube labeling system for fast and reliable sample allocation in laboratories with vertical tube/vial positioning.
• AXON 2 Tube Applicator Tube applicator for laboratories with horizontal tube/vial positioning, enabling fast and reliable sample allocation as a manual workstation or integrated into sample processing systems.
• ROXI Labeling Head Labeling head for precise insert labeling, suitable for tape speeds up to 30 m/min, designed for installation on fully automated production lines.
• IXOR Servo-Driven Labeling Head Smallest servo-driven labeling head in its performance class, designed for tape speeds up to 200 m/min.
• IXOR+ Servo-Driven Labeling Head Servo-driven labeling head for precise insert labeling in industrial applications.
• PX Q Print Module Print module for industrial use enabling fully automatic printing and labeling in industrial applications.
• HS and VS Label Dispensers Label dispensers that automatically or on-demand dispense labels of any shape and size.
• XENO 4 / XENO 4+ Fiber Marking Lasers Fiber marking lasers with 20, 30, or 50 Watt output power for permanent marking of metal and plastic parts.
• XENO 1 / XENO 1+ Laser Marking System Compact desktop laser marking system with small footprint and large work area for various marking applications.
• XENO 3 / XENO 3+ Laser Marking System Laser marking system for permanent marking of metal and plastic plates.
• FL+ Fiber Laser Marking Series Fiber laser marking series offering precise, fast, and economic marking with diode-pumped ytterbium fiber lasers ensuring highest beam quality and pulse peak power.
• LM+ Laser Label Marker Laser label marker that marks and cuts labels in different sizes from continuous material.
• cablabel S3 Label Software Proprietary label software that opens the full potential of cab devices, combining label design, print control, and monitoring of all cab marking systems with synchronized device and software development.
• cabLase Laser Marking Software Laser marking software for design of layouts and control of the marking process.
• Labels (Consumables) Standard and custom labels available in various sizes, materials, and configurations for all cab printing systems.
• Ribbons (Transfer Ribbons) Transfer ribbons exclusively designed for cab printers, available in wax, wax-resin, and pure resin qualities.
• MAESTRO Series PCB Separators Compact, fast, and efficient PCB separators for PCBs with pre-scored grooves, available in models MAESTRO 2/2M, 3E, 4S, 4X, and 5L for various board sizes and component densities.
• HEKTOR 2 PCB Off-Cut Remover PCB off-cut remover that separates milled PCBs carefully and quickly.
• PCB Magazines PCB magazines with 32 PCB slots for storage and handling of printed circuit boards, available in Series 100/180/300 and Series 6000/7000 for automated production lines.
• PCB Connectors (PRECI-DIP) Socket connectors, pin connectors, and female/male jumpers from PRECI-DIP for PCB interconnection applications.
• IC Sockets and Special Sockets (PRECI-DIP) Comprehensive range of IC sockets including DIL, TO, PGA, BGA, PLCC, QFP sockets and adapters, and custom products for integrated circuit testing and programming.

Quantifiable outcome

• DHL reduced costs and conserved resources by switching to InNo-Liner labeling solution

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability1 record

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• HERMAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partnercab partnered with HERMA Self-adhesive Materials Division to develop the InNo-Liner labeling solution. This linerless labeling technology allows companies like DHL to reduce costs and conserve resources. The partnership combines cab's printing systems expertise with HERMA's adhesive materials technology.
• SAPcoreTechnology or Integrationcab offers methods to integrate label printing systems with SAP systems, allowing customers to print labels from SAP on cab devices and systems. This integration is critical for enterprises dependent on seamless SAP connectivity for their labeling operations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance16 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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