BM Aluminium

What BM Aluminium does

BM Aluminium is the exclusive UK distributor of LogiKal, a CAD-based aluminium fenestration software platform developed by Germany's Orgadata AG (now part of Forterro). Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, the company serves aluminium window, door, curtain wall, bi-fold door, facade and shop front fabricators. The company claims 87% market share among UK aluminium fabricators, supported by 30+ licensed aluminium profile databases (Schücco, Smarts, Reynaers, Aluprof, Hueck, Technal and others) and bi-directional integrations with major CAD platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, ATHENA, HiCAD) and CNC machinery brands (Elumatec, Emmegi, Haffner).

The LogiKal product line is modular: a core CAD/Nesting platform handles estimation, quotation, optimisation, profile drawing and CNC post-processing; add-on modules extend it into BIM (Revit), 2D metalwork CAD, automated machinings with collision detection, three-/four-/five-axis CNC link generation, and fabrication-phase workflows. LogiKal MES adds factory-floor execution with barcode scanning, real-time tracking, Factory Process Control documentation and paperless workstation instructions. Supporting offerings include Simply Tag (QR-coded digital data), a Terminal Server Cloud deployment via VMhosts, and the parent group's Quotila (cloud configuration-pricing-quoting) and Unilink (machine connectivity) platforms.

BM Aluminium monetises through a mix of perpetual LogiKal licences, monthly rental subscriptions, personalised support packages, on-site and remote training, CNC installation services and complementary hardware. Go-to-market is primarily direct (phone, website enquiry, demos) supplemented by referral partnerships with aluminium system companies and joint installations with CNC machinery suppliers. The company is part of the Forterro Windows & Doors business unit following the 2026 rebrand of the BM Group, alongside Orgadata, Business Micros and the recently-announced acquisitions of Klaes and 3E.

Name

BM Aluminium

Legal name

BM Aluminium Ltd

Website

https://bmaluminium.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

BM Aluminium is the exclusive UK distributor of LogiKal, a CAD-based software platform used by 87% of UK aluminium fabricators for estimation, CAD design, CNC integration, and production management in the aluminium fenestration industry.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tewkesbury

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Software Licences: LogiKal software licences sold on perpetual or rental basis. Includes CAD Suite, BIM Module, Machinings Module, CNC Module, and MES modules. Licence fees payable upon delivery, with software licensing dongle required.
2. Software Rental Model: Monthly rental option allows customers access to LogiKal software with regular updates and support without significant upfront investment. Automatic downloads of latest versions included.
3. Technical Support Services: Personalised support packages providing ongoing technical assistance. Remote setup and training services available as additional services.
4. Training Services: Group training sessions at Tewkesbury HQ (up to 4 individuals, 5 hours), and bespoke in-house training programmes tailored to customer requirements.
5. CNC Installation Services: Standard and added-value CNC link installation packages including onsite and remote installation support for machine connectivity.
6. Hardware Sales: Hardware items ordered and supplied as identified in Order Form/Proposal documents.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

BM Aluminium is the exclusive UK distributor of LogiKal software, a CAD-based platform serving the aluminium fenestration industry. It sells, installs and supports LogiKal modules covering estimation, quotation, CAD design, CNC machine links, and production management (MES), holding 30+ UK aluminium system databases and serving 87% of UK aluminium fabricators.

Product overview

BM Aluminium is the exclusive UK distributor of LogiKal software, a comprehensive modular platform for the aluminium fenestration industry. The core LogiKal platform enables estimation, quotation, CAD design, CNC machine links, and production management across 30+ aluminium profile systems. Add-on modules extend functionality including BIM (Revit) integration, 2D CAD Suite, Machinings and Bar Drawings, CNC/CNC with Cutting, and 3D Interface. Plugins provide integration with AutoCAD, Revit, ATHENA, and HiCAD. LogiKal MES adds factory execution system with bar code scanning and real-time production tracking. BM Aluminium also offers Cloud deployment via Terminal Server, remote setup/training services, and support packages. As part of Forterro, the company also supports related products including Quotila (cloud quoting), Evolution (pricing/ordering), EvoNet (order tracking), and Unilink (machine connectivity). The company holds 30+ aluminium system databases and serves 87% of UK aluminium fabricators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LogiKal: Market-leading CAD-based aluminium processing software for the fenestration industry, enabling estimation, quotation, CAD design, CNC links and production management.
• LogiKal MES
• Simply Tag
• Quotila

Products and services

• LogiKal Market-leading CAD-based software for the aluminium fenestration industry, enabling aluminium fabricators to process single or multiple profile systems for estimations, quotations, CAD designs, CNC links and production management. Used by 87% of UK aluminium fabricators and holds 30+ aluminium profile databases.
• LogiKal MES Manufacturing Execution System for LogiKal providing factory management with bar code scanning, real-time production tracking, workstation instructions, Factory Process Control (FPC) documentation, and a paperless factory environment for aluminium fabricators.
• Simply Tag

Quantifiable outcome

• 87% market share in UK aluminium fenestration industry
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Orgadata AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationOrgadata AG is the developer of LogiKal software and BM Aluminium's core partner. Based in Leer, Lower Saxony, Germany, Orgadata has over 30 years of experience and more than 160 employees. BM Aluminium works with them daily to develop and improve LogiKal functionality for UK system partners and users. Following Forterro's acquisition of Orgadata in 2025, both now operate under the Forterro Windows & Doors business unit.
• Business MicroscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness Micros is BM Aluminium's direct Group Partner. They share directors, resources, and have the same tenacious work ethic. Business Micros began in 1979 and has concentrated on developing market-leading software for all levels of fenestration manufacture. With 3 UK locations and over 30 employees, they have consistently high credit ratings and substantial resources. Following the Forterro rebrand, Business Micros is now part of the Forterro identity.
• Dialogue PRminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDialogue provides specialist PR service to clients in construction and fenestration markets. Headed by Sarah Coupe, they provide complete PR campaigns including press releases, website copy, brochures, speeches, blogs, and podcasts.
• CAD-PLANcoreTechnology or IntegrationFounded in 1989, CAD-PLAN provides CAD systems for metal construction and facade technology. Their ATHENA software is one of the most successful CAD products in this niche worldwide. BM Aluminium offers the ATHENA Live Interface allowing import of windows, doors and curtain walling from LogiKal into ATHENA.
• ElumateccoreTechnology or IntegrationElumatec, based in Milton Keynes, manufactures machines for PVC, steel, and aluminium profile processing. BM Aluminium's LogiKal offers both SAW files and CNC files for Elumatec machines. Close collaboration on installations ensures clients are fully trained and conversant with LogiKal and Elusoft together.
• EmmegicoreTechnology or IntegrationEmmegi has been a standard-setter for 30+ years in machining systems for aluminium and light alloy profiles. Based in Coventry, the Emmegi UK team works with BM Aluminium on joint software and machining installations. LogiKal links to Emmegi saws and CNC machines including the Quadra machining centre.
• HaffnercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHaffner is an award-winning machinery supplier based in Stafford, offering extensive range of cutting-edge machines for aluminium fabrication. They are members of the Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB). BM Aluminium works with them to provide integrated software solutions for fabricators investing in Haffner machines.
• ISD Group (HiCAD)coreTechnology or IntegrationISD Group has been a reliable partner since 1977 in process optimisation through industry-specific software solutions. Their HiCAD 2D/3D CAD software is integrated with LogiKal for facade engineering companies. The bi-directional connection between LogiKal and HiCAD optimises engineering to production processes.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 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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