What Bohle does

Bohle AG is a privately held German manufacturer and wholesaler of glass processing tools, fittings, vacuum lifting equipment, and workshop supplies, headquartered in Haan, Germany. Founded in 1923 as a one-man metalworking shop in Ohligs, the company has grown to approximately 400 employees across 14 international locations spanning Germany, Austria, Estonia, Spain, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, and South Africa. The product portfolio is organized across four core divisions — Glass Fittings (bathroom/shower hardware, interior and exterior fittings, furniture fittings, mirror systems), Vacuum Technology (Veribor® suction lifters and lifting equipment), Workshop Supplies (UV glass bonding, measuring devices, surface protection, drilling machines), and Industrial Glass Processing (Silberschnitt® cutting tools, cutting wheels, process chemicals) — supported by a portfolio of registered proprietary brands including Silberschnitt®, Veribor®, VetroMount®, Juna®, MasterTrack®, Glass Buddy®, BriteGuard®, Biloba, FrameTec, FloorTrack, Solaflex, Aqua Drill Pro, and XtraClean.

The company generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales across its product categories, complemented by individual consulting and product training services bundled with product offerings. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales through regional subsidiaries (Bohle Benelux BV, Bohle Scandinavia AB, Bohle Italia s.r.l., Bohle Glass Equipment Pty Ltd), country-specific online shops with localized storefronts in 10+ markets, channel partnerships (notably AXS Nordic AB for Sweden from January 2026), and active participation in industry exhibitions and events. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Customer segments span glass processing companies, trade and commerce (glaziers and installers), the sanitary/bathroom industry, façade producers, and industrial manufacturers. The company self-describes as "Europe's leading manufacturer and supplier" of glass products and leverages its 100-year operating history, registered brand portfolio, and broad SKU coverage as primary differentiators.

Name

Bohle

Legal name

Bohle AG

Website

https://bohle.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Bohle is a German manufacturer and wholesaler of glass fittings, vacuum lifters, workshop supplies, and industrial glass processing tools, serving glass companies, glaziers, sanitary OEMs, and façade producers across Europe and South Africa through 14 international locations and country-specific online channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Glass fittings and processing equipment

NAICS

Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass (327215)

SIC

Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231)

akta.pro primary industry

Glass Fabrication & Processing Services (Cutting/Edging/Drilling/Polishing) (IMADAHAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Squeegees, Window & Glass Cleaning Tools (CRAJAIAF)

Keywords

• Glass processing tools
• Glass fittings hardware
• Vacuum lifting equipment
• Industrial glass processing
• Glass railing systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Dukinfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Glass Fittings: Sales of hardware products including glass railings, shower door hinges, sliding door systems, interior fittings, and related mounting hardware. One-time product sales to glass companies, trade, commerce and industry.
2. Vacuum Technology Products: Sales of Veribor® suction lifters and lifting equipment for heavy glass handling. One-time product sales with established expertise spanning over 70 years.
3. Workshop Supplies: Complete range of workshop and construction site products including tools, adhesives, UV lamps, measuring instruments, processing materials, and glass transport equipment.
4. Industrial Glass Processing Products: Sales of cutting wheels, wheel holders, pillar posts, cutting fluids, lubricants, and related industrial glass processing equipment and process chemicals.
5. Consulting and Training Services: Individual consulting and product training services offered as part of the service package to customers.

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Bohle manufactures and wholesales a comprehensive range of glass fittings, hardware, tools, and accessories for the glass industry, including glass railing systems, shower door hinges, sliding door systems, vacuum suction lifters, precision glass cutting tools, workshop supplies, and industrial glass processing equipment. Offerings are sold under proprietary brands such as Silberschnitt®, Veribor®, VetroMount®, Juna®, MasterTrack®, Glass Buddy®, and BriteGuard® to glass companies, glaziers, sanitary manufacturers, façade producers, and industrial customers.

Product overview

Bohle is Europe's leading manufacturer and supplier of glass products, offering a comprehensive portfolio organized into distinct product categories: Glass Fittings (bath and shower fittings, interior and exterior fittings, furniture and showcase fittings, mirror systems), Glass Railings (VetroMount® balustrade system), Workshop Supplies (UV glass bonding, measuring devices like Glass Buddy® and Solaflex, BriteGuard® surface protection, Aqua Drill Pro wet drilling), Vacuum Technology (Veribor® suction lifters and lifting equipment), and Industrial Glass Processing (Silberschnitt® cutting tools, cutting wheels, process chemicals). The company also offers sliding door systems (MasterTrack® ST/FT), specialized fittings (Juna® shower door hinge, Alva self-closing patch fitting, Biloba hydraulic swing door fitting), and custom powder coating services. Bohle provides the complete range of first-class solutions from product development through individual advice and product training, supporting glass companies, trade, commerce, and industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VetroMount: Glass railing and balustrade system
• Veribor
• Juna
• MasterTrack
• Silberschnitt
• Glass Buddy
• BriteGuard
• Aqua Drill Pro
• Solaflex
• FloorTrack
• FrameTec
• Biloba
• Alva
• VetroScreen

Products and services

• VetroMount® Balustrade System Modular glass railing / balustrade system designed for efficient installation in just a few steps. Used by glaziers, façade producers, and contractors for balcony, railing, and interior glass installations.
• Juna® Shower Door Hinge Premium shower door hinge system with proprietary design for glass shower enclosures. Sold to sanitary manufacturers, glaziers, and bathroom installers.
• MasterTrack® Sliding Door Systems Sliding glass door systems available in multiple variants (FT for interior, ST for shower) with finish options including white powder coating. Used in interior and shower glass installations.
• Silberschnitt® Glass Cutting Tools Precision glass cutting tools representing a longstanding industry-standard expertise in professional glass cutting. Sold to industrial glass manufacturers and professional glaziers.
• Veribor® Suction Lifters Vacuum-based lifting devices for handling heavy glass panels, available in battery-powered and manual variants. Backed by 70+ years of expertise. Used by glaziers, façade installers, and industrial customers.
• Glass Fittings range Comprehensive range of hardware fittings for glass installations covering bath and shower, interior and exterior applications, furniture and showcase fittings, mirror systems, and related accessories. Sold to glass companies, sanitary manufacturers, glaziers, and trade customers.
• FrameTec Select 2.0 Glass Partitioning System Interior glass partitioning system for commercial and residential space division applications.
• FloorTrack Terrace Glazing Terrace glazing system for outdoor architectural applications such as patio enclosures.
• Alva Self-Closing Patch Fitting Self-closing patch fitting for glass door applications with automatic closing functionality.
• Biloba Hydraulic Swing Door Fitting Hydraulic swing door fitting with hydraulics integrated into the fitting for invisible technology and a timeless, stylish sense of space.
• UV Glass Bonding Products Complete UV bonding solutions including adhesive tables, cleaning and surface pretreatment products, adhesives, UV lamps, and fittings for professional glass bonding.
• Glass Buddy® Measuring Device Measuring device for precise glass thickness measurement in workshop and construction-site applications.
• BriteGuard® Pro Surface Protection Surface protection product for glass surfaces providing cleaning and protection functionality.
• Aqua Drill Pro AS Wet Drilling Machine Wet drilling machine for industrial glass processing with coolant circulation for precision drilling operations.
• Solaflex Digital Measuring System Digital measuring solution for tradespeople requiring precise and efficient measurements on construction sites.
• XtraClean Cleaning Paste Specialized cleaning paste for glass surface maintenance and cleaning in workshop environments.
• Mirror Mounting Products Complete mirror mounting solutions including mirror plates, adhesive tape, and adhesive products for secure mirror installation.
• Industrial Glass Processing Equipment Industrial-grade processing tools including cutting wheels (carbide, PCD), wheel holders, pillar posts, axles, cutting fluids, and measuring instruments for high-volume glass manufacturing.
• Workshop Supplies Complete range of workshop supplies including glass bonding, cleaning and surface protection, measuring technology, glazing tools, glass processing equipment, transport equipment, and occupational safety products.
• Vacuum Technology range Vacuum-based handling equipment including suction lifters, lifting devices, and fastening aids for safe and efficient glass panel handling.
• Powder Coating Service Custom powder coating service available in the entire RAL color palette for creating uniform looks that match existing window frames, front doors, and other architectural elements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Efficient installation of VetroMount® glass railing system in just a few steps

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature13 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• AXS Nordic ABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Starting 1 January 2026, Bohle and AXS Nordic will enter a strategic cooperation to deliver better service, broader expertise, and stronger local presence for Sweden's glaziers and façade producers. AXS will serve as the primary distribution partner for Bohle products in the Swedish market.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY: Swedish-listed global access solutions group with broad door hardware, architectural products, and entrance automation. Touches Bohle's category through glass door hardware and architectural fittings but as part of a vastly larger opening and access portfolio.
• dormakaba: Swiss-listed global leader in access and door solutions, including glass door hardware, fittings, and entrance systems. Overlaps with Bohle in shower/swing door fittings and commercial glass door hardware but competes through a much broader access-control portfolio.
• Schüco: German global specialist in aluminium, PVC, and steel window/door/façade systems. Competes with Bohle's balustrade and façade offerings as part of a larger envelope-systems portfolio that architects specify for curtain wall and balcony projects.
• GEZE: German specialist in door, window, and safety technology including hydraulic glass swing door systems comparable to Bohle's Biloba line. Larger and broader in door automation, smaller in glass-processing consumables.
• Stanley Black & Decker: US-listed global tools and outdoor products conglomerate whose hand tools, accessories, and industrial fastening products compete with Bohle's workshop supply range. Far broader and larger, but shares B2B construction supply motion and tooling consumables.
• Hilti: Liechtenstein-based global construction tools and fastening systems provider with direct overlap in cordless tools, drilling equipment, and construction-site measuring. Comparable in industrial/construction supply channels but on a vastly larger scale and broader product scope.

Direct peers

• Häfele: German family-owned hardware fittings specialist serving furniture, cabinet, and architectural glass/internals markets. Comparable in segment (furniture/architectural fittings), go-to-market (B2B with technical sales), and customer base (tradespeople and OEMs), with overlap in glass sliding/partition and shower door hardware.
• C.R. Laurence (CRL): North America's largest specialized supplier of architectural glass hardware, fittings, tools, and metal products. Directly comparable in product breadth (cutting tools, hardware, shower/balustrade systems) and target customer base (glaziers, fabricators, contractors), serving as the primary non-European direct peer.
• Pauli + Sohn: German manufacturer of glass fittings, hinges, and hardware for shower, balustrade, and interior glass applications. Directly competes with Bohle in the core glass hardware product category across European markets.

Emerging players

• Tormek: Swedish specialist in precision sharpening systems for cutting tools, including wet grinding machinery sold into woodworking and metalworking trades. Comparable as a niche precision-tool maker with strong brand identity in tradesperson channels, smaller and more focused than Bohle.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 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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