ProKASRO Mechatronik
ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH is a German manufacturer of trenchless sewer rehabilitation robotics and UV curing systems, serving sewer rehabilitation contractors and municipal utilities worldwide through direct sales, a 30+ country distributor network, and wholly-owned service subsidiaries in Germany, the USA, and China.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersKarlsruhe, Germany
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ProKASRO Mechatronik does
ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH is a German manufacturer of trenchless sewer rehabilitation equipment, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Karlsruhe. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and tests an integrated portfolio of robotic systems, UV curing technology, lateral connection rehabilitation tools, and CCTV inspection cameras — all branded under the KASRO and Pro LOOK product lines. Its technical core centers on electric and hydraulic working robots for pipe diameters DN100 to DN1200, articulated UV lamp trains (IKARUS, smART) for lateral connections through bends, and UV light cores with shadow-free lamp positioning that polymerize pipe liners at documented curing speeds up to 60 cm/min. The company also outfits custom rehabilitation vehicles in 3.5t to 18t configurations, including battery-electric and solar-hybrid variants (EXPERT 2.0). ProKASRO sells primarily to sewer rehabilitation contractors, municipal wastewater utilities, and equipment rental firms in 30+ countries, combining direct enterprise sales in Germany with a global distributor network (PK-France, TECSAN, IBOS EU, Bucher Municipal, NITTO Shoji) and three wholly-owned service subsidiaries in Germany, the USA, and China.
The company's revenue model is anchored on hardware sales — robot systems, UV cores, light trains, CCTV equipment, and complete rehabilitation vehicles — complemented by professional services including vehicle retrofit/electric conversion, operator training, and approved maintenance. Aftermarket recurring revenue is generated through spare parts, equipment rental, and a service contract network spanning owned centers (Karlsruhe, Kabelsketal, Denver, Beijing) and authorized partners. Capital intensity is moderate: the company operates its own in-house manufacturing and vehicle outfitting facility at Karlsruhe, expanded in 2019 with an additional 5,000m² Rhine port complex capable of eight fitting stations.
ProKASRO is privately held by its two managing directors, Yvan Haberkorn and Uwe Reinhardt, with no disclosed external institutional or venture capital ownership. It holds multiple DIBT (Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik) technical approvals covering its resin and rehabilitation systems, as well as Güteschutz Kanalbau quality certification (2012), and won the 2017 Baden-Württemberg Innovation Award for the IKARUS/smART combination. World-first DN2000 UV liner installations in Italy (2021) and France (2022) demonstrate ongoing technical leadership in large-diameter trenchless rehabilitation.
ProKASRO Mechatronik firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ProKASRO Mechatronik
- Legal name
- ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH
- Website
- https://prokasro.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH is a German manufacturer of trenchless sewer rehabilitation robotics and UV curing systems, serving sewer rehabilitation contractors and municipal utilities worldwide through direct sales, a 30+ country distributor network, and wholly-owned service subsidiaries in Germany, the USA, and China.
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ProKASRO Mechatronik industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation Equipment
- NAICS
- Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (8113)
- SIC
- Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks) (IMACAFAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB), Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG)
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Where ProKASRO Mechatronik is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Karlsruhe
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices7 records
Markets served
ProKASRO Mechatronik business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Rehabilitation Equipment Sales: Sale of robotic systems including working robots (KASRO 1.7, 4.0, Goliath), UV curing systems (light cores, CCU), lateral connection systems (IKARUS, smART), and inspection systems (Pro LOOK). Equipment can be mobile or installed in rehabilitation vehicles.
- Vehicle Conversion/Retrofit: Conversion of existing pneumatic robot systems to electric drive. Kit includes electric milling motor, cable upgrades, control unit software update, and optional battery pack replacement for generator.
- Service and Support: Service operations including repairs, maintenance, and technical support through owned service centers (Germany, USA, China) and authorized partners.
- Rental: Equipment rental service offered to customers.
- Training Services: Training programs for operators on KASRO systems and rehabilitation techniques.
- Spare Parts: Aftermarket spare parts and components for KASRO rehabilitation systems.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | 20th Anniversary Special - Electric Milling Robot Vehicle |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | Equipment rental available |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
ProKASRO Mechatronik product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH manufactures and integrates robotic sewer rehabilitation equipment in Karlsruhe, Germany, covering pipe diameters DN100 to DN2000. Its core products are KASRO Working Robots (electric and hydraulic milling robots), UV curing systems (light cores and the UV-CCU mobile unit) for polymerizing pipe liners, lateral connection rehabilitation systems (IKARUS articulated UV lamp train and smART robot) for DN100–200, Pro LOOK CCTV inspection systems, and custom-built rehabilitation vehicles (3.5t to 18t) including hybrid/solar-powered configurations. The company also provides vehicle conversions, training, spare parts, rental, and service through owned service centers and a global distributor network.
Product overview
ProKASRO Mechatronik is a full-range manufacturer and supplier of trenchless sewer rehabilitation equipment, offering an integrated portfolio of products that work together as a complete rehabilitation system. The core offering includes KASRO Working Robots (electric and hydraulic models) for pipe diameters DN100-DN1200, combined with UV curing technology (UV light cores and UV-CCU mobile systems) for liner installation, lateral connection rehabilitation systems (IKARUS and smART robots), and CCTV inspection systems (Pro LOOK). All products are designed, developed, manufactured, and tested in-house at the company's facility in Karlsruhe, Germany. The systems are typically installed in custom-built rehabilitation vehicles (3.5t-18t) that serve as mobile control units, with options for hybrid and solar-powered configurations. The company also offers rental services, training programs, and maintains a global distribution and service network.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- KASRO: Product line name for working robots and rehabilitation systems including KASRO Working Robots, KASRO UV Technology, and KASRO CCTV Inspection Systems
- KASRO smART
- KASRO Ikarus
- Pro LOOK
- KASRO POWER UV
- EXPERT 2.0
- IKARUS
Products and services
- KASRO Working Robots Electric and hydraulic powered robots for interior rehabilitation work in sewer pipes DN100 to DN1200. Multiple tool attachments for milling, grinding, filling, and injection operations, including 4-axis movement models (KASRO 1.7 for DN130+, KASRO 4.0, and Goliath hydraulic for DN250–600). Sold to sewer rehabilitation contractors and municipalities.
- KASRO IKARUS UV Lamp Train System Articulated UV lamp train system with 3 segments for lateral connection rehabilitation (DN100–200). Features 3x200W UV lamps that cure liner twice as fast as steam/water methods, includes a patented debonding method, and passes through bends. Designed for trenchless rehabilitation of small-diameter pipes with multiple bends.
- KASRO smART Robot Compact articulated lateral-intake rehabilitation robot for DN100–200 pipes. Equipped with hydraulic milling motor, three cameras (two front wide-angle, one rear) for 360-degree visibility, and designed to navigate consecutive bends. Powered by a standard 230V outlet. For small-diameter pipe rehabilitation in space-constrained environments.
- Pro LOOK CCTV Inspection System Professional pipe inspection CCTV system for DN100 to DN1000. Features rotating camera head with CCD color and sapphire glass lens, integrated laser for measuring irregularities and ovalization, up to 500m cable drum, Windows 10 software with DigiCam Pro documentation, and WinCan data export capability. Sold to contractors and utilities for sewer inspection before and after rehabilitation.
- KASRO UV Light Cores UV curing light cores for polymerizing pipe liners. Available in multiple configurations: single cores (6x1000W, 8x400W/600W), double cores (2x4x1000W for DN550–1000, 2x6x1000W for DN1000–1600, 2x12x1000W for DN1500), and manhole UV cores (4x1000W with camera and temperature sensors). Achieves curing speeds up to 60cm/min at DN1500. Used by sewer rehabilitation contractors for UV-cured liner installations.
- KASRO UV-CCU Mobile System Mobile UV curing system combining the UV control unit and a 200m cable drum in a single compact unit weighing 530kg. Covers pipe diameters DN150 to DN1200 and fits in a 3.5t vehicle, enabling deployment in narrow urban streets. 15 units sold. For small-footprint rehabilitation projects.
- Rehabilitation Vehicles (Fahrzeugausbau) Custom-built rehabilitation vehicles in 3.5t, 6t, 15t, and 18t configurations, outfitting vehicles with electric or hydraulic robots, UV systems, control units, cable drums, and storage. 3.5t electric variants are drivable on a standard car license. Also includes hybrid/solar variants such as EXPERT 2.0 with photovoltaic roof. Sold to sewer rehabilitation companies needing mobile units.
- KASRO Goliath Hydraulic Robot High-power hydraulic milling robot for DN250–DN600 pipes with a 5kW milling motor. Designed for extreme applications including the removal of hardened materials such as concrete from damaged pipes. Used by contractors in heavy-duty municipal and industrial sewer rehabilitation.
- Used Systems (Gebrauchtanlagen) Pre-owned rehabilitation systems including used electric, hydraulic, and UV equipment available at reduced prices. Sourced from trade-ins and previous deployments. Provides a lower-price entry point for smaller contractors entering the trenchless rehabilitation market.
- Stage V Generators EU Stage V compliant generators (45kVA, 80kVA, and 100kVA) with catalyst and AdBlue technology for reduced CO2 and particulate emissions, manufactured in Germany. Sold as part of rehabilitation vehicle outfits to meet EU emissions regulations.
- KASRO Manhole Rehabilitation System Complete UV system for manhole rehabilitation, including UV light core (4x1000W with camera and 2 temperature sensors), control unit with recording/measurement capabilities, and DN500 packer. Designed for trenchless manhole and shaft rehabilitation projects for utilities and contractors.
- EXPERT 2.0 / SUPERIOR Vehicle Extension Near ground-level entry vehicle extension with electrically extendable roof, integrated stairs, secure storage drawers, and a triple hybrid power system with battery packs and solar panels. Enables rehabilitation crews to enter the vehicle and deploy equipment at street level. Includes solar-powered photovoltaic roof for renewable on-board power.
- Equipment Rental Service Rental of rehabilitation equipment to sewer rehabilitation companies and contractors on a usage-based / pay-as-you-go basis. Allows customers to access ProKASRO systems without capital outlay, useful for project-based needs or pilot deployments.
- Operator Training Programs Training programs for operators on KASRO systems and trenchless rehabilitation techniques, including on-site training, live demonstrations at trade fairs, and customer workshops. Conducted by the ProKASRO training/demonstration team.
- Spare Parts and Aftermarket Components Aftermarket spare parts and components for KASRO rehabilitation systems, supplied via the owned service centers and authorized distributors to support installed fleets.
- Pneumatic-to-Electric Vehicle Conversion / Retrofit Conversion kits that retrofit existing pneumatic KASRO robot systems to electric drive. Each kit includes electric milling motor, cable upgrades, control unit software update, and optional battery pack to replace the on-board generator. Provides upgrade path for existing fleets.
Quantifiable outcome
- UV curing speed up to 60cm/min at DN1500 (vs 10-20cm with previous systems)
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Companies that use ProKASRO Mechatronik
Customer profileNamed customers11 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
ProKASRO Mechatronik technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature8 records
ProKASRO Mechatronik partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- BKP Berolina Polyester GmbH & Co. KGcoreJoint installation of UV liners in Guadeloupe (DN1200, 95m total). Berolina supplies UV liners, ProKASRO provides UV curing technology. Collaborative demonstrations and user meetings.
- iMPREGcoreCollaborative world-first DN2000 UV liner installation in Italy. Partnership for large-diameter UV liner projects. Joint technical development for UV curing systems.
- ProKASRO Maintenance and Service Point BeijingminorService and repair point in Beijing, China. Initially serves Beijing area, planned expansion to all China. Located at Beijing Drainage Construction Co., Ltd.
- TELEREP France Agence MéditerranéeminorFirst customer to receive Stage V compliant 100kVA generator. French distributor receiving priority access to new technology.
- NETZSCH Process IntelligenceminorJoint publication on UV curing technology, polymerization mechanisms, and quality control innovations for sewer rehabilitation.
- ProKASRO Service Mitte GmbHcoreOwned service center in Kabelsketal (Saxony-Anhalt). Serves northern and central Germany plus Eastern Europe customers (Poland, Czech Republic, Slovenia).
- PK-SudminorService partner for southern France based in St Geoire en Valdaine. Authorized repair and service center.
- PK-FrancecoreFrench distributor based in Conflans Ste Honorine (Paris area). Handles sales and service for French market.
- ProKASRO Services USAcoreOwned subsidiary service center in Denver/Centennial, Colorado. Provides training, technical support, repairs, and equipment sales/rental for North American market.
- EntechminorUS contractor. Used KASRO Goliath system to remove concrete from NYC sewer pipe. Successfully cleared 40m of DN400 pipe blocked during foundation drilling.
- Wessex WaterminorAward-winning project using ProKASRO 2K injection system. Jointly received UKSTT recognition for trenchless rehabilitation project in Bristol.
- AkwaminorPolish rehabilitation company. Successfully completed world's first 280m DN1500 UV liner installation under Wisla River in Krakow.
- Aries Industries Inc.minorAmerican distributor of KASRO rehabilitation equipment. Significant sales success at Pumper & Cleaner Show. Facilitated 20 electric robot systems sold worldwide.
- SaertexminorMulti-composite manufacturer. Joint user meetings and demonstrations. ProKASRO participates in Saertex user conferences.
- BrandenburgerminorLiner manufacturer. Joint demonstration events showing Brandenburger UV liners with KASRO manhole rehabilitation system. ProKASRO participates in Brandenburger user meetings.
- ImpregminorUV liner manufacturer. Joint user meetings and technical collaboration for trenchless rehabilitation projects.
- TECSANminorSpanish distributor - Tecnologias Para Saneamiento, S.L. Handles sales for Spain.
- IBOS EU a.s.minorSlovakia and Czech Republic distributor. Located in Slovakia.
- ProKASRO ItaliaminorItalian distributor and service partner. Located in Cavenago di Brianza, Lombardy.
- NITTO Shoji Co.,LtdminorJapanese distributor. Located in Fukushima, Japan.
- BuchermunicipalminorAustralian and New Zealand distributor. Provides repairs and service. Located in East Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.
- Bodotex Composites Pty LtdminorSouth African distributor. Located in St Francis Bay, South Africa.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights7 records
ProKASRO Mechatronik competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Brandenburger Liner GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of UV-cured glass fiber reinforced liners for sewer rehabilitation. While a liner producer rather than equipment maker, Brandenburger is both a ProKASRO technology partner (joint user meetings and demonstrations) and an adjacent player in the CIPP ecosystem targeting the same municipal customers.
- Trelleborg AB: Swedish global industrial group with a pipe rehabilitation business offering CIPP solutions and rehabilitation equipment. Comparable to ProKASRO as a major diversified incumbent in the broader trenchless pipe rehabilitation market.
- Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. Japanese global materials group whose SPR (Sekisui Pipe Rehabilitation) business offers CIPP systems and equipment worldwide. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving municipal sewer rehabilitation customers with similar technology stacks and integrated solutions.
- Per Aarsleff A/S: Danish trenchless technology specialist combining pipe rehabilitation services with proprietary equipment and methods. Comparable to ProKASRO as a major European player with both services and equipment offerings in the CIPP and pipe renewal market.
- SAERTEX MultiCom GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of UV-cured GRP liners for trenchless pipe rehabilitation. ProKASRO partner for joint user conferences and demonstrations, but operates as an established incumbent in the broader CIPP value chain with comparable municipal customers.
Regional players
- TT Technologies, Inc. US-based manufacturer of trenchless technology equipment for pipe installation and rehabilitation. Comparable to ProKASRO as a regional competitor in the trenchless rehabilitation equipment market with overlapping customer base in North America.
- HammerHead Trenchless Equipment: US-based manufacturer of trenchless equipment including pipe bursting, lining, and rehabilitation tools. Comparable to ProKASRO as a regional equipment specialist serving North American municipal and contractor markets with overlapping trenchless rehabilitation product categories.
Direct peers
- RELINEEUROPE GmbH: German manufacturer of UV curing systems and light cores for CIPP pipe rehabilitation. Direct competitor to ProKASRO's UV technology and CCU offerings, serving the same municipal utilities and trenchless rehabilitation contractors across Europe and beyond.
- I.S.T. (Innovative Sewer Technologies): German specialist in UV systems for sewer rehabilitation, producing UV light cores comparable to ProKASRO's KASRO UV line. Direct competitor in the core UV curing equipment category for CIPP projects.
Emerging players
- iMPREG GmbH: German specialist manufacturer of UV-cured glass fiber liners. Direct technology collaborator with ProKASRO on world-first DN2000 UV liner installations in Italy, comparable as a niche specialist serving the same high-diameter CIPP segment.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about ProKASRO Mechatronik
What does ProKASRO Mechatronik do?
ProKASRO Mechatronik GmbH manufactures and integrates robotic sewer rehabilitation equipment in Karlsruhe, Germany, covering pipe diameters DN100 to DN2000. Its core products are KASRO Working Robots (electric and hydraulic milling robots), UV curing systems (light cores and the UV-CCU mobile unit) for polymerizing pipe liners, lateral connection rehabilitation systems (IKARUS articulated UV lamp train and smART robot) for DN100–200, Pro LOOK CCTV inspection systems, and custom-built rehabilitation vehicles (3.5t to 18t) including hybrid/solar-powered configurations. The company also provides vehicle conversions, training, spare parts, rental, and service through owned service centers and a global distributor network.
Is ProKASRO Mechatronik a public or private company?
ProKASRO Mechatronik is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was ProKASRO Mechatronik founded?
ProKASRO Mechatronik was founded in 2000. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is ProKASRO Mechatronik based?
ProKASRO Mechatronik is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does ProKASRO Mechatronik make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Rehabilitation Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are vehicle Conversion/Retrofit, service and Support, rental, training Services and spare Parts.
Who are ProKASRO Mechatronik's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Brandenburger Liner GmbH & Co. KG, Trelleborg AB, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., Per Aarsleff A/S and SAERTEX MultiCom GmbH & Co. KG. Regional players are TT Technologies, Inc. and HammerHead Trenchless Equipment. Direct peers are RELINEEUROPE GmbH and I.S.T. (Innovative Sewer Technologies). iMPREG GmbH is listed as an emerging player.
Does ProKASRO Mechatronik have an API?
No public API is recorded for ProKASRO Mechatronik.
What industry is ProKASRO Mechatronik in?
ProKASRO Mechatronik's product category is Trenchless Sewer Rehabilitation Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAFAI, Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks), with a secondary code of IMAHAGAB, Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits). Its NAICS code is 3339 and its SIC code is 3559.