aluplast
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1982
- HeadquartersKarlsruhe, Germany
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
aluplast firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- aluplast
- Legal name
- aluplast GmbH
- Website
- https://aluplast.net
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1982
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
aluplast industry classification
Industry- Product category
- uPVC window and door profile systems
- NAICS
- Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)
- SIC
- Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Windows (IMADAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Interior Doors (IMADAIAB)
Keywords
Where aluplast is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Karlsruhe
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices5 records
Markets served
aluplast business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- uPVC Profile Systems Sales: aluplast manufactures and sells uPVC window and door profile systems (profiles, components) to window fabricators and fitters who process them into finished window and door products.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | energeto 4000 / 8000 series — energy-efficient uPVC window systems |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
aluplast product offering
Product offeringCore offering
aluplast manufactures and sells uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) window and door profile systems to authorized window fabricators and fitters. The portfolio spans the IDEAL and energeto window series, main entrance door systems (70mm and 85mm depths), and sliding door systems (smart-slide, lift-and-slide, vario-slide, multi-slide). Design customisation is delivered through aluskin aluminium shells and decorative foil finishes such as woodec and aludec.
Product overview
aluplast is a specialist manufacturer of uPVC window and door profile systems. The product portfolio centers on window systems (IDEAL series and energeto series), main entrance door systems (60mm, 70mm, and 85mm variants), and sliding door systems (smart-slide, lift-slide, vario-slide, multi-slide). The energeto series represents the premium technology platform featuring bonding inside and powerdur inside technologies that eliminate metallic thermal bridges for superior energy efficiency. Design customization is offered through aluskin aluminum shells, woodec, and aludec decorative finishes, plus a colour configurator tool. The products serve new buildings, renovation projects, and passive house applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- energeto: Premium window technology without metallic thermal bridges, featuring bonding inside and powerdur inside technologies for energy efficiency.
- IDEAL series
- aluskin
- neo platform
Products and services
- IDEAL Series Window Systems uPVC window system product line including IDEAL 2000, IDEAL 4000, IDEAL 7000, and IDEAL 8000 variants offering varying levels of thermal insulation and design options for different building requirements. Targeted at window fabricators for residential and commercial construction.
- energeto Series Window Systems Premium uPVC window system series (energeto 4000 and energeto 8000) that eliminates metallic thermal bridges through bonding inside and powerdur inside technologies, delivering superior energy efficiency and CO2 reduction. Targeted at fabricators serving new buildings, renovations, and passive house projects.
- Main Entrance Door Systems 85mm High-performance uPVC entrance door system with 85mm construction depth offering excellent thermal insulation and RC2 burglary protection. Designed for residential and commercial entrance applications where security and efficiency are required.
- Main Entrance Door Systems 70mm uPVC entrance door system with 70mm construction depth targeted at residential applications requiring reliable performance at a more economical depth.
- Lift-and-Slide Door 85mm Premium sliding door system with 85mm construction depth, maximum size up to 6.50m x 2.80m. Available in Basic, Standard, and Premium versions with Uf values ranging from 1.6 to 1.1 W/m²K, up to RC2 burglary protection, and 44dB sound insulation. Includes Fixframe narrow profile option and barrier-free threshold.
- smart-slide Sliding Door System Versatile sliding door system positioned as the all-round solution for residential applications including patios, balconies, and gardens. Targeted at fabricators serving residential renovation and new-build projects.
- vario-slide Sliding Door System Flexible sliding door system offering numerous design variations for residential applications. Targeted at window and door fabricators.
- multi-slide Sliding Door System Multi-panel sliding door system for large openings in residential and light commercial projects. Targeted at fabricators specifying wide-format glazing solutions.
- aluskin Aluminium Shell System Aluminium shell covering system applied over uPVC profiles that provides elegant design options and a wide array of colours while maintaining the thermal benefits of uPVC. Used by fabricators to deliver premium aesthetics to end customers.
- woodec Decorative Foil Finish Decorative foil finish for uPVC window and door profiles that mimics natural wood appearance, enabling traditional aesthetics without the maintenance of timber. Targeted at fabricators serving renovation and style-conscious projects.
- aludec Decorative Foil Finish Decorative foil finish that gives uPVC profiles an aluminium-look aesthetic, allowing fabricators to offer metallic-style designs with the thermal and cost advantages of plastic.
- Ventilation Systems Integrated ventilation solutions for plastic windows designed to maintain indoor air quality while preserving the thermal insulation properties of the window system. Used by fabricators to address airtight-building ventilation requirements.
Quantifiable outcome
- Best Uf value of 1.1 W/m²K and Uw value of 0.63 W/m²K for the premium lift-and-slide door 85mm — among the best in its class.
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use aluplast
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
aluplast technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
aluplast partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Chelsea Building ProductscoreIn March 2017, aluplast acquired the US-based profile provider Chelsea Building Products, strengthening its position in the North American market. Chelsea operates as part of the aluplast group.
- Rewindominoraluplast is a partner of Rewindo, a uPVC window recycling initiative that supports sustainability and environmental responsibility in the window industry.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves3 records
Expansion highlights6 records
aluplast competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Inoutic (formerly Thyssen Polymer): European uPVC window and door profile brand, part of a larger industrial group, competing in similar fabricator channels across Central and Eastern Europe.
- VEKA AG: One of the world's largest extruders of uPVC window profiles, serving fabricators globally. VEKA directly competes with aluplast in IDEAL/energeto-equivalent price-performance tiers across Europe and the Americas.
- Deceuninck NV: Belgian-listed uPVC window and door profile manufacturer with global operations including North America. Overlaps with aluplast on premium energy-efficient profile platforms and dealer-channel distribution.
- Salamander Industrie-Produkte GmbH: German uPVC window profile manufacturer (Salamander, Brügmann, bluEvolution) supplying European fabricators. Direct comparable to aluplast in product positioning and B2B channel model.
- Rehau Group: German-headquartered polymer systems manufacturer with a large window and door profile division competing head-to-head with aluplast across European B2B fabricator channels, including comparable uPVC and composite profile ranges.
- Profine GmbH (Kömmerling, Trocal, KBE): German uPVC profile manufacturer marketing Kömmerling, Trocal, and KBE systems. Profine competes directly with aluplast on energy-efficient profile platforms and B2B fabricator relationships.
Broad incumbents
- Schüco International KG: German building envelope specialist offering uPVC, aluminum, and steel window/door systems. Overlaps with aluplast in uPVC and lift-and-slide categories but operates a broader portfolio across materials and facade systems.
- Andersen Corporation: North American window and door manufacturer with a broad product portfolio. Relevant peer given aluplast's Chelsea acquisition and US expansion ambitions in the uPVC category.
- JELD-WEN Inc. Global manufacturer of windows, doors, and related building products. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving construction-channel customers with multi-material window and door offerings.
- Pella Corporation: US-based window and door manufacturer with broad residential and commercial lines. Comparable as an incumbent competitor that Chelsea Building Products / aluplast would face in the North American market.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
aluplast social profiles
Digital presencealuplast compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance8 records
aluplast financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
aluplast leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
aluplast subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
aluplast funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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aluplast M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about aluplast
What does aluplast do?
aluplast manufactures and sells uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) window and door profile systems to authorized window fabricators and fitters. The portfolio spans the IDEAL and energeto window series, main entrance door systems (70mm and 85mm depths), and sliding door systems (smart-slide, lift-and-slide, vario-slide, multi-slide). Design customisation is delivered through aluskin aluminium shells and decorative foil finishes such as woodec and aludec.
Is aluplast a public or private company?
aluplast is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was aluplast founded?
aluplast was founded in 1982. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is aluplast based?
aluplast is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does aluplast make money?
One revenue line is on record: uPVC Profile Systems Sales.
Who are aluplast's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Inoutic (formerly Thyssen Polymer), VEKA AG, Deceuninck NV, Salamander Industrie-Produkte GmbH, Rehau Group and Profine GmbH (Kömmerling, Trocal, KBE). Broad incumbents are Schüco International KG, Andersen Corporation, JELD-WEN Inc. and Pella Corporation.
Does aluplast have an API?
No public API is recorded for aluplast.
What industry is aluplast in?
aluplast's product category is uPVC window and door profile systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAIAC, Windows, with a secondary code of IMADAIAB, Interior Doors. Its NAICS code is 332321 and its SIC code is 2820.