Name

Reutlinger

Legal name

Reutlinger GmbH

Website

https://reutlinger.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1873

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wire Rope Suspension Hardware

NAICS

Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing (33261), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cable Management & Support Systems (Trays/Ladders/Strut) (IMADAMAK), Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Wire rope suspension systems
• Cable grippers
• Lighting suspension hardware
• Rigging hardware
• Shop fitting hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Frankfurt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Manufacture and sale of wire rope holders, cable grippers, suspension systems, and accessories. Products sold directly to professional installers and through distributors.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Reutlinger GmbH manufactures and sells high-precision adjustable wire rope suspension systems, including a broad portfolio of cable holders (Types 0 through 80 SV III), the MultiRail modular rail system, current-carrying (electrified) suspensions, magnetic holders, stainless steel variants, aluminum-colored aesthetic holders, seismic protection systems, and supporting accessories (clips, couplers, power-feed barrels, ceiling attachments, canopies, tensioning systems, drills/dowels, and pliers). These products are sold to professional installers, manufacturers, and specifiers in lighting, shop fitting, event technology, acoustics, and building-services/industrial applications worldwide.

Product overview

Reutlinger GmbH is a world market leader in high-precision adjustable wire rope suspension systems. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio centered around cable holders (Types 0, 10, 12, 15, 18/20, 25, 30, 50 SV III, 66 SV III, 80 SV III) and modular suspension solutions. The product line includes aluminum colored variants for aesthetics, magnetic holders, stainless steel products for corrosive environments, current-carrying suspensions for electrified lighting, the MultiRail modular rail system for industrial applications, and seismic suspension protection. Supporting accessories encompass power rail sets (EUTRAC, NORDIC ALUMINIUM), power feed barrels, ceiling attachments, canopies, couplers, quick suspensions, various clips, norm parts, drills/dowels, and specialized tools. The company serves lighting, shop-fitting, event technology, acoustics, and industrial sectors with both standard products and custom solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cable Holder Type 0 Micro-style wire rope holder designed for nearly invisible suspension of objects so they appear to float; for signage, displays, and decorative applications.
• Cable Holder Type 10 Standard wire rope holder for general suspension applications including signage, shop-fitting, and lighting.
• Cable Holder Type 12 (incl. Eco Slim) Versatile cable holder with Eco Slim variant featuring a 6.6mm hook opening for bolt diameters up to 4.5mm.
• Cable Holder Type 15 Popular standard cable holder suitable for multiple suspension applications across various industries.
• Cable Holder Type 18/20 Cable holder designed for larger cable diameters and heavier load applications.
• Cable Holder Type 25 Cable holder for multi-point suspensions including 3- and 4-cable couplers.
• Loop Holder Type 30 Loop holder that allows wire rope loops to be created quickly without tools, with locking nuts preventing accidental loosening. For signage, shopfitting, HVAC, acoustics, lighting, and cable trays.
• Cable Holder Type 50 SV III Heavy-duty cable holder with lock nut for industrial applications requiring secure wire rope fixation.
• Cable Holder Type 66 SV III Heavy-duty cable holder with lock nut for industrial applications requiring secure wire rope fixation.
• Cable Holder Type 80 SV III Heavy-duty cable holder with lock nut for industrial applications requiring secure wire rope fixation.
• Cable Holder with Groove Cable holder variant with groove for specific mounting configurations.
• Magnetic Holder Magnetic mounting solution for quick attachment to metal surfaces without permanent fixtures.
• Aluminum Cable Holders (Colored) Aesthetic aluminum cable holders in colors including black, with matching ceiling attachments, screw caps, and combinations for visually coordinated suspensions.
• Current-Carrying Suspensions Power-feed suspension systems that combine electrical conductivity with mechanical suspension for luminaires, including insulating holders and configurable configurations.
• MultiRail System Modular rail suspension system for industrial and building services applications, comprising aluminum profile rails, stainless steel clamps, sliding blocks, and rail connectors.
• Seismic Suspension Protection Earthquake-resistant suspension systems for securing overhead installations in seismic zones.
• Stainless Steel Products Corrosion-resistant cable holders and components for demanding environments.
• Cable Terminations End fittings and terminations for wire rope suspension systems.
• Tensioning Systems Systems for applying and adjusting tension in wire rope suspensions.
• EUTRAC Power Rail Accessories Suspension sets for EUTRAC 3-phase power rails (25-xx-3 and 225-xx-3), with max 6kg working load per suspension point.
• NORDIC ALUMINIUM Power Rail Accessories Suspension accessories compatible with NORDIC ALUMINIUM power rail systems.
• Power Feed Barrels Current-carrying feed-through systems for integrated electrical suspension solutions, available in multiple series.
• Quick Suspensions Fast-mounting suspension components for rapid installation.
• Flex Clips / Track Clips / Other Clips Various clip types for different rail and track systems including Track Clip Pro variants.
• Ceiling Attachments Mounting hardware for securing suspension systems to ceilings.
• Canopies Decorative ceiling covers in cone and small formats, available in white (RAL 9003) and silver (RAL 9022).
• Fixing Plates Mounting plates with various hole configurations for secure attachment.
• Couplers Connection components including Y-coupler parts and patent intermediate pieces for extending or branching suspensions.
• Norm Parts Complete Standardized hardware including hexagon nuts, screws, washers, cable clamps, hooks, rings, and threaded components.
• Drills & Dowels Concrete drills and dowels including K6 series with various lengths and special zinc diecasting dowels for gypsum plaster boards.
• Pliers Specialized tools including Felco pincer C7 and pliers for cables of 1.0–1.8mm diameter.
• TV Spigot with Wire Rope Holder TV spigot compatible with Manfrotto Super Clamp for event and display suspension applications.
• Harpune Quick-Fit System Smart quick-fit system for the professional installation of sound absorbers — virtually invisible, precise, flexible, and highly cost-effective due to extremely short installation time.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AmbrightminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 March 2024Guest exhibitor partnership at light+building 2024 trade show. Ambright showcased high-quality luminaires creating an inviting atmosphere at the Reutlinger stand. Cooperation was mutually beneficial with cross-visitor targeting.
• CHAINMASTERcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2024Product partnership combining Reutlinger wire rope holders with CHAINMASTER's CELLMASTER chainhoist solutions. Both companies are specialists in their respective suspension technologies, creating integrated solutions for the event industry. CHAINMASTER is globally recognized for innovative and safe chainhoist and lifting solutions.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Manfrotto (Vitec Group): Global brand of camera, lighting, and event-technology support hardware including clamps and supports. Reutlinger's TV Spigot is explicitly Manfrotto Super Clamp compatible, indicating direct product interlock in event and display applications.
• Carl Stahl: Germany-based broad manufacturer of wire rope, cable systems, lifting technology, and architectural suspension solutions. Larger incumbent with overlapping wire-rope suspension products but a much wider portfolio spanning lifting and material handling.

Direct peers

• Stas: French manufacturer of suspension and hanging systems for retail display, signage, and gallery installations. Directly comparable in the shop-fitting and display-hanging segment that Reutlinger addresses.
• Prolyte Group: Netherlands-based manufacturer of trussing, rigging, and structural solutions for event, stage, and entertainment industries. Overlaps with Reutlinger's rigging and event-technology product lines.
• Gripple: UK-based manufacturer of wire rope suspension, cable gripper, and hanging systems for lighting, signage, HVAC, and industrial applications. Direct competitor offering tool-free suspension solutions comparable to Reutlinger's core cable-holder line.
• Doughty Engineering: UK manufacturer of rigging equipment, suspension hardware, and lighting support gear for entertainment and event technology. Comparable in event-technology rigging and suspension accessories.
• Griplock Systems: US-based manufacturer of cable grippers and adjustable suspension systems for lighting, retail display, and architectural applications. Directly comparable product portfolio serving the same professional installer and lighting-designer customer base.
• Litec (Area Four Industries): Italian manufacturer of trussing, towers, and rigging for live events and entertainment. Adjacent but comparable in event-technology suspension hardware where Reutlinger's rigging products compete.
• Arakawa & Co. Japanese manufacturer of wire rope fittings, rigging hardware, and suspension components. Comparable in precision cable holder and wire-rope fastening products for industrial and architectural use.

Emerging players

• Unistrut (Atkore): Manufacturer of modular metal framing and support systems used for cable management, mechanical, and electrical support. Comparable in MultiRail-style modular rail suspension for building services and industrial applications.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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