BACHMANN
BACHMANN is a family-owned German premium electrical engineering firm designing and manufacturing designer sockets, intelligent PDUs (BlueNet), USB-C 140W charging modules, smart meeting room systems, and the iotspot IoT workplace platform for enterprise offices, IT infrastructure, residential, and industrial customers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1947
- HeadquartersStuttgart, Germany
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What BACHMANN does
BACHMANN sells primarily through direct, quote-based enterprise sales via regional sales offices in Germany, France, Singapore, and Hong Kong, supplemented by a multi-language product catalog, pCon.planner configurator, and inquiry/contact forms on its website. Revenue is generated predominantly through one-time hardware sales across four customer segments — Office/Corporate Workspaces (primary), Home/Residential, Trades & Industry, and IT Infrastructure/Data Centers — with a smaller recurring revenue stream emerging from the iotspot smart workplace platform and related digital workplace subscriptions. BACHMANN also participates in sustainability initiatives, notably leading the PAC2PAC closed-loop PET recycling consortium with Sesotec, Starlinger viscotec, Krones, and PET-MAN. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no public revenue, and no institutional investors; growth has been bootstrapped across three generations of family ownership.
BACHMANN firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- BACHMANN
- Legal name
- Bachmann GmbH
- Website
- https://bachmann.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1947
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- BACHMANN is a family-owned German premium electrical engineering firm designing and manufacturing designer sockets, intelligent PDUs (BlueNet), USB-C 140W charging modules, smart meeting room systems, and the iotspot IoT workplace platform for enterprise offices, IT infrastructure, residential, and industrial customers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
BACHMANN industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electrical Engineering Hardware and Smart Workplace Solutions
- NAICS
- Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)
- SIC
- Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Power Distribution Units (PDUs) & Rack Power (HDACAJAC), Low-Voltage Wiring (Data/CAT6, Coax, Phone) (HSAOADAI), Workplace Technology & Smart Office Support (Room Booking Systems, IT/AV Liaison) (IMAIALAK)
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Where BACHMANN is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Stuttgart
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
BACHMANN business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Product Sales: BACHMANN generates revenue primarily through the sale of physical electrical engineering products including power distribution units (PDUs), designer sockets, USB-C charging modules, connection panels, monitor arms, and lighting solutions. Products are sold directly through regional offices and via the company's online product catalog.
- Digital Solutions and Software: Revenue from digital offerings including the iotspot smart workplace IoT platform and related software/subscription services for facility and workplace management.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
BACHMANN product offering
Product offeringCore offering
BACHMANN develops, manufactures, and markets premium electrical engineering products for residential, office, trades & industry, and IT infrastructure customers. The portfolio spans designer sockets, retractable kitchen sockets (ELEVATOR 2), USB-C 140W charging modules, network and media connectivity products, monitor arms, and lighting. Complementing the hardware, the company sells intelligent BlueNet PDUs for data centers and the iotspot smart workplace IoT platform for occupancy, desk booking, and meeting room management.
Product overview
BACHMANN is a premium provider in the electrical engineering industry, offering a comprehensive portfolio of designer sockets, intelligent Power Distribution Units (PDUs), and digital workplace solutions. The product portfolio includes BN PRO Metered for network-capable power measurement, OCHNO for smart meeting rooms, the USB-C 140W Charger Custom Modul for flexible fast charging integration, and ELEVATOR 2 as a premium retractable kitchen socket with wireless charging. The ecosystem is unified through the iotspot smart workplace platform and BlueNet PDUs, with products organized across power distribution, connection panels, network/media technology, lighting, IT infrastructure, and monitor arms categories. The company serves home, office, and professional/industrial applications with both standardized products and customizable integration options.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- iotspot: Smart workplace platform
- BlueNet
- OCHNO
- CONI
- DESK 2
- ELEVATOR 2
- BN PRO
Products and services
- BN PRO Metered Network-capable power measurement solution at the phase level, enabling monitoring and management of power distribution in IT infrastructure environments for data center operators and IT managers.
- OCHNO Smart meeting room solution for intelligent meeting room management and device connectivity in modern office environments, integrating with BACHMANN's iotspot smart workplace platform.
- USB-C 140 W Charger Custom Modul 140-watt USB-C fast charging module with three USB-C ports using USB Power Delivery 3.1 and PPS, designed for flexible integration into BACHMANN connection solutions for fast laptop, tablet, and smartphone charging.
- ELEVATOR 2 Retractable kitchen socket with soft-opening mechanism, 45W USB-C charging, Qi2/MagSafe-compatible wireless charging, and IP54 splash-water protection for integration into kitchen worktops in premium residential projects.
- BlueNet PDUs Intelligent, measurable, and manageable Power Distribution Units (PDUs) for data centers and IT infrastructure, enabling remote monitoring and control of power consumption at the phase level.
- Smart workplace platform iotspot IoT-based smart workplace platform connecting desks, meeting rooms, and building infrastructure for occupancy sensing, desk booking, and facility management in modern office environments.
- Next Generation USB-C Solution line of advanced USB-C charging products for modern workplaces, integrating USB Power Delivery 3.1 charging modules into BACHMANN connection panels.
- Monitor Arms (Monitorarme) Monitor mounting arms designed for ergonomic workplace setups in office and corporate environments.
Quantifiable outcome
- Tripling of PET recycling rate in Swiss collection bags demonstrated through the PAC2PAC closed-loop recycling project.
Companies that use BACHMANN
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
BACHMANN technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration6 records
Feature4 records
BACHMANN partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- SesoteccoreSesotec is a technology partner in the PAC2PAC circular economy project led by BACHMANN. Sesotec contributes its AI-based sorting technology — VARISORT+ UNITY with OBJECT-AI — to reliably distinguish between food-grade and non-food-grade PET from mixed collection bags. Additionally, Sesotec's FLAKE PURIFIER+ and FLAKE SCAN systems ensure precise sorting and quality control for the closed-loop PET recycling system.
- Starlinger viscoteccoreStarlinger viscotec is a technology partner in the PAC2PAC project, contributing its expertise in PET recycling and processing technology to enable high-quality food-grade PET to be reintroduced into the packaging cycle at competitive prices.
- KronescoreKrones is a technology partner in the PAC2PAC project, contributing processing and manufacturing technology expertise to the closed-loop PET recycling ecosystem developed by the BACHMANN-led consortium.
- PET-MANcorePET-MAN is a technology partner in the PAC2PAC project, providing specialist expertise in PET material handling and management within the closed-loop recycling system developed for Swiss PET packaging.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
BACHMANN competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- OBO Bettermann: German mid-sized manufacturer of cable management, connection panels, and industrial electrical accessories — a comparable Mittelstand vendor operating in trades and industrial power distribution.
- Eaton: US power management company whose Rack PDU line and intelligent power strips compete directly with BACHMANN BlueNet in IT infrastructure and enterprise offices worldwide.
- Schneider Electric: Global electrical equipment and building automation giant offering wiring devices alongside its APC/AVOCENT power and rack PDU lines. Directly comparable in IT power distribution, smart meeting room, and office connectivity portfolios.
- Hager Group: German family-owned electrical installation specialist with strong DACH presence in wiring devices, distribution boards, and building automation — the closest cultural and product-line analog to BACHMANN.
- Vertiv: Global provider of critical digital infrastructure including intelligent PDUs and rack power distribution, primarily competing with BACHMANN in the IT infrastructure / data center segment.
- Raritan (Legrand): Specialist in intelligent rack PDUs and DCIM software, directly comparable to BlueNet PDUs and BN PRO Metered for data center and server room power management.
- Jung (Albrecht Jung): Family-owned German premium switch and building technology maker with overlapping socket, KNX, and designer faceplate lines, mirroring BACHMANN's premium positioning and family-ownership profile.
- ABB: Swiss-Swedish electrical equipment major with wiring accessories, industrial connectors, and data center solutions that overlap with BACHMANN's Stromverteilung and IT-Energieverteilung product categories.
- Legrand: French global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures with the most direct overlap in wiring devices, socket systems, and PDUs. Competes head-to-head with BACHMANN across the office, IT infrastructure, and home segments in Europe and APAC.
- Gira: German premium manufacturer of designer switches, socket systems, and KNX smart building controls. Competes in the same premium-design segment for home and high-end office installations as BACHMANN.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks7 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
BACHMANN social profiles
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
BACHMANN leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
BACHMANN funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
BACHMANN M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments1 record
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about BACHMANN
What does BACHMANN do?
BACHMANN develops, manufactures, and markets premium electrical engineering products for residential, office, trades & industry, and IT infrastructure customers. The portfolio spans designer sockets, retractable kitchen sockets (ELEVATOR 2), USB-C 140W charging modules, network and media connectivity products, monitor arms, and lighting. Complementing the hardware, the company sells intelligent BlueNet PDUs for data centers and the iotspot smart workplace IoT platform for occupancy, desk booking, and meeting room management.
Is BACHMANN a public or private company?
BACHMANN is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was BACHMANN founded?
BACHMANN was founded in 1947.
Where is BACHMANN based?
BACHMANN is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does BACHMANN make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Hardware Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are digital Solutions and Software.
Who are BACHMANN's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are OBO Bettermann, Eaton, Schneider Electric, Hager Group, Vertiv, Raritan (Legrand), Jung (Albrecht Jung), ABB, Legrand and Gira.
Does BACHMANN have an API?
No public API is recorded for BACHMANN.
What industry is BACHMANN in?
BACHMANN's product category is Electrical Engineering Hardware and Smart Workplace Solutions. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAEAF, Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve), with a secondary code of HDACAJAC, Power Distribution Units (PDUs) & Rack Power. Its NAICS code is 33593 and its SIC code is 3670.