stempel-fabrik

What stempel-fabrik does

stempel-fabrik.de GmbH is a German e-commerce retailer founded in 1999 and headquartered in Gerlingen, specializing in customizable stamps and adjacent personalization products. The company operates direct-to-consumer through country-specific storefronts (stempel-fabrik.de for Germany, stempel-fabrik.at for Austria, laser-stamps.ch for Switzerland) and ships across DE/AT/CH/NL and additional European markets. Its catalog spans over 450 SKUs including wood stamps, self-inking stamps from premium manufacturers (Trodat, Colop), date and number stamps, REINER professional paginating and electric stamps (including the Speed-i-Jet 798 inkjet system), flash/screen printing stamps, wax seal stamps, QR code stamps, and motif stamps for creative use, plus accessories and consumables (replacement pads, inks, cleaners). The company also operates sub-brands GravurFabrik (engraving and digital/textile printing services), aufkleberdrucker (custom stickers), and kinder-druckerei.de (children's printing). Underlying production technology is 600 dpi laser engraving of rubber text plates, combined with a self-serve web-based customization tool for text, logos, and graphics.

The business model is straightforward D2C transactional retail with one-time unit purchases ranging from €4.20 for basic wood stamps to €485 for professional REINER paginating equipment, plus a consumables stream (inks, pads, cartridges) that supports repeat purchases. The company leverages authorized premium partnerships with Trodat (Premium Partner), Colop (Certified Partner), and REINER to distribute their professional lines. GTM motion is multi-channel: organic SEO-optimized e-commerce storefront, content marketing via company blog, social media presence (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter), email newsletter, and trust badges from Trustpilot (62,013+ reviews, 4.93/5) and Trusted Shops. The team is lean at 1-10 employees, indicating a highly automated, scale-efficient operation. Customer segments are diversified across business/office users (primary), individual consumers, government/public sector, and creative/craft enthusiasts, with no disclosed enterprise anchor accounts.

Name

stempel-fabrik

Legal name

stempel-fabrik.de GmbH

Website

https://stempel-fabrik.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

stempel-fabrik.de GmbH is a German D2C e-commerce retailer (founded 1999, Gerlingen) selling over 450 customizable stamp models from premium manufacturers (Trodat, Colop, REINER) plus engraving and printing services to consumers, businesses, and public-sector customers across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Stamps and Marking Tools

NAICS

Sign Manufacturing (339950)

SIC

Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials (3950)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Printing & Decoration Services (Screen Print, Embroidery, Laser) (BPAFAMAL)

Keywords

• Custom stamp manufacturing
• Self-inking stamps
• Laser engraving services
• Date and number stamps
• Online stamp shop

Headquarters

HQ city

Gerlingen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Stamp Product Sales: One-time purchase of customizable stamps including wood stamps, self-inking stamps, date stamps, number stamps, and specialty stamps. Individual products range from basic models to professional-grade equipment.
2. Accessories and Consumables: Replacement ink pads, stamp inks, stamp plates, and stamp accessories for ongoing product maintenance and reorders
3. Custom Engraving and Printing Services: Personalized engravings and digital printing services for gifts, signs, advertising items, and textiles

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

stempel-fabrik is an online retailer that designs, customizes, and sells more than 450 models of stamps — including wood stamps, self-inking text/logo stamps (Trodat, Colop), date and number stamps, REINER paginator and electric stamps, flash/screen printing stamps, pocket stamps, QR code stamps, branding stamps, wax seal stamps, and motif stamps — alongside engraving, digital printing, textile printing, sign-making, embossing, and stamp accessories/consumables. Products are made-to-order using in-house 600 dpi laser engraving and shipped within 24–48 hours across the DACH region and other European markets.

Product overview

stempel-fabrik is an online stamp retailer offering over 450 different stamp models alongside related personalization services. The core product portfolio centers on traditional and self-inking stamps from major manufacturers (Trodat, Colop, REINER) including text/logo stamps, date stamps, number stamps, paginator stamps (numeroteurs), and electric stamps. Specialty offerings include flash/screen printing stamps, branding stamps, wax seal stamps, QR code stamps, and creative motif stamps. The business also operates as a gravur-fabrik (engraving factory) offering custom engraving, digital printing, textile printing, and personalized gifts. The company sells directly to consumers and businesses across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with products available for self-design through online tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GravurFabrik: Engraving and printing services for gifts, signs, and promotional items
• aufkleberdrucker
• kinder-druckerei.de

Products and services

• Wood Stamps (Holzstempel) Classic wooden hand stamps made from beech wood with laser-engraved rubber text plates, available in rectangular and round configurations and multiple sizes, for offices, shipping, and warehouse marking applications. Entry-level models start at €4.20.
• Self-Inking Text and Logo Stamps (Trodat & Colop) Customizable self-inking text and logo stamps from Trodat and Colop for frequent or high-frequency use, including Printy Line, Professional Line, Classic Line, Expert Line, Green Line, and Mobile/Pocket variants. Individual models range from €15 to €110.
• Date Stamps (Trodat & Colop) Date stamps from Trodat and Colop with automatic date advancement, available across Professional Line, Printy Line, Classic Line, Expert Line, and Green Line configurations.
• Number Stamps (Ziffernstempel) Customizable individual and standard number stamps from Colop and Trodat for sequential numbering applications in offices, warehouses, and administrative processes.
• REINER Paginator Stamps / Numeroteurs Professional automatic numbering devices (paginators/numeroteurs) from REINER, Europe's leading manufacturer of paginating stamps since 1919. Models include date integration and custom text plates for industrial and office environments; basic models from €78, individual text plates from €243, advanced models up to €485.
• REINER Electric Stamps (Electrostamps) Electric stamps from REINER that trigger imprints via button press, including the inkjet-based speed-i-Jet 798 for high-volume, consistent marking in warehouses, shipping, and quality processes. The device starts at €299 with ink cartridges from €53.20.
• Flash Stamps / Screen Printing Stamps Flash stamps and screen printing stamps for full-surface printing applications, including Colop EOS, Modico, and Brother digistamp models for craft, packaging, and industrial marking.
• Ballpoint Pen Stamps and Stamp Pens Customizable ballpoint pen stamps and stamp pens from Heri and COLOP for portable marking solutions used by mobile professionals, technicians, and craftspeople.
• Pocket Stamps and Mini Stamps Compact pocket stamps and mini stamps including Colop Pocket & Mouse Stamps, Trodat Mobile & Pocket Printy, and pocket flash stamps for on-the-go marking.
• COLOP e-mark Digital Stamp Wireless digital stamp device from COLOP that allows marking with customizable text, date, and images directly from a connected device, including the e-mark and e-mark go variants and accessories.
• QR Code Stamps Stamps that imprint QR codes on documents and packaging for digital linking and tracking.
• Branding Stamps (Brennstempel) Heat-applied branding stamps for marking metal and industrial surfaces with permanent impressions.
• Wax Seal Stamps (Wachssiegel) Custom stamps designed for creating decorative wax seals for official documents, invitations, certificates, and gift packaging.
• Motif Stamps (Motivstempel) Creative theme stamps from HEYDA, KNORR, Trodat, Colop, and stempel-fabrik for card making, scrapbooking, school projects, and DIY applications.
• https://www.stempel-fabrik.de/Stempel-Anwendungen-Spezialstempel/Lagertextstempel/ Pre-inked stamps with standard warehouse and document-processing texts such as Gescannt, Gebucht, Freigegeben, and Erfasst for shipping, warehouse, and office workflows.
• Embossing Tools (Prägezangen) Hand-held embossing tools and embossing dies for documents, certificates, and stationery producing raised impressions, typically for official authentication and decorative use.
• Stamp Accessories and Consumables Replacement ink pads (from €3.80–€14), stamp inks (from €4–€20), text plates, and cleaning sprays (from €19.90) compatible with Trodat, Colop, REINER, and other stamp brands.
• METO Price Labelers Price marking guns and labels from METO International for retail pricing and merchandise labeling applications.
• Engraving and Printing Services (GravurFabrik) Custom engraving and printing services operated under the GravurFabrik sub-brand covering signs, nameplates, dog/cat tags, bell and mailbox plates, plastic signs, digital printing, textile printing, and personalized gift items for individuals and businesses.
• Custom Signs (Engraved and Printed) Individually designed signs including picture plates, engraved ornaments, pet tags, door plates, plastic signs, name tags, and warning/hygiene signs for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
• Digital Printing Digital printing services for custom stickers, standard stickers, and personalized buttons for personal and business use.
• Textile Printing Textile printing services for clothing, fabric bags, office supplies, and household items.
• Address Stickers Custom address stickers and labels for personal and business mailing needs, sold via the adressaufkleber-fabrik.de sub-brand.

Quantifiable outcome

• 62,013+ customer reviews with 4.93/5.00 rating (SEHR GUT)
• +1 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

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TrodatcoreTechnology or IntegrationTrodat Premium Partner - Authorized reseller and customization partner for Trodat stamp products including Printy Line, Professional Line, and Mobile/Pocket Printy stamps. Provides high-quality self-inking stamp solutions.
• ColopcoreTechnology or IntegrationColop Certified Partner - Authorized reseller for Colop products including Printer Line, Classic Line, Expert Line, Green Line, and Pocket/Mouse stamps. Offers certified digital partner services.
• REINERcoreTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized reseller of REINER paginating stamps, numbering devices, and electrostamps. REINER is Europe's leading manufacturer of paginating stamps, producing in Germany since 1919.
• BrotherminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller of Brother digistamp flash stamps and related products
• Trusted ShopscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerE-commerce trust and security certification provider; provides trust badge for customer confidence
• TrustpilotcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCustomer review platform displaying 62,013+ verified reviews with 4.93/5.00 rating

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• OTTO Office: Large German office supplies retailer offering stamps alongside broader office product categories. Competes indirectly with stempel-fabrik for SMB stamp buyers seeking one-stop office procurement.
• Trodat: Leading European manufacturer of self-inking stamps (Printy, Professional, Mobile lines). Operates broadly in the stamp industry as both supplier to stempel-fabrik and a potential competitor via direct channels.
• Colop: Austrian manufacturer of stamps and marking devices (Printer, Classic, Green Line, e-mark digital). A key supplier and brand partner of stempel-fabrik that could compete via direct e-commerce channels.
• REINER: German manufacturer of paginating stamps, numbering devices, and electrostamps since 1919. Supplies stempel-fabrik with high-end professional marking products and competes in overlapping product categories.

Direct peers

• Stempelshop.de: German stamp e-commerce retailer offering self-inking stamps, date stamps, and accessories from Trodat, Colop, and other leading brands. Direct competitor with similar assortment and online ordering model.
• Stempel-Welt: German online stamp retailer offering customizable self-inking, wood, and date stamps from major manufacturers. Directly competes with stempel-fabrik in the same DACH e-commerce stamp niche with a similar product breadth and customization-led value proposition.
• Mein-Stempel.de: German online stamp retailer focused on customizable stamps for businesses and private customers. Comparable product range, similar online customization tooling, and overlapping DACH customer base.
• 123stempel.de: German online stamp customization shop offering text, logo, and date stamps from leading manufacturers. Direct competitor in the same product category and target market (DACH SMBs and consumers).

Emerging players

• Modico: German manufacturer of flash stamps and digital marking technologies. Sells directly and through partners like stempel-fabrik, offering overlapping flash/screen-printing stamp products with a stronger technology focus.

Regional players

• Stempelshop.nl: Dutch online stamp retailer offering customizable stamps for the Netherlands and Belgium. Operates with the same model (online customization + manufacturer partnerships) but focuses on the Benelux market rather than DACH.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/search?q=stempel-fabrik&src=typd
• Facebookfacebook.com/stempelfabrik.de
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stempel-fabrik-de

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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