halstrup-walcher

What halstrup-walcher does

halstrup-walcher GmbH is a German family-owned mechanical engineering company founded in 1946 and headquartered in Kirchzarten, Germany, operating through a wholly-owned Italian sales subsidiary (halstrup-walcher S.r.l., established 2017) and a network of distribution partners spanning 49 countries across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. The company operates two divisions: Drive Technology, which produces compact mechatronic positioning systems (PSE/PSW series) and direct drives (PSD series) with integrated stepper motor, control electronics, bus interface, and a proprietary battery-free absolute measuring system supporting six fieldbus protocols (POWERLINK, IO-Link, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, CANopen); and Measurement Technology, which produces differential and absolute pressure transmitters, digital manometers, and portable calibration devices with DAkkS-accredited calibration services. Target customers are primarily machine builders and OEMs in packaging, labeling, woodworking, bottling, cleanroom, containment, and HVAC/process applications who use these products for automated format adjustment and precision pressure monitoring.

The company monetizes through B2B quote-based hardware sales (positioning systems, direct drives, pressure transmitters, manometers, calibration devices), supplemented by professional services revenue from custom engineering development and accredited calibration. The go-to-market is sales-led with direct sales from the German headquarters and Italian subsidiary, augmented by a worldwide distribution partner network specialized in either drive technology or measurement technology. Operations are ISO 9001 (since 1996) and ISO 14001 (since 2017) certified, with NRTL/UL/CSA, DAkkS, AEO, STO, and protocol-specific (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, POWERLINK) certifications supporting international market access. The business employs ~200 staff (10% in development, 10% trainees/dual students), operates two Kirchzarten production facilities totaling several thousand square meters, and is currently expanding capacity with a new building project broken ground in 2023.

Family ownership rests with the Walcher family through parent company Walcher Meßtechnik GmbH (acquired 1990), with Jürgen Walcher serving as Managing Director since 2004. In July 2025 the management board was expanded to four Managing Directors (Jürgen Walcher, Christian Sura, Verena Naranjo Rodriguez, Theodor Edelmann) as part of strategic succession planning. The business is privately held, does not disclose revenue, and has not raised external funding rounds.

Name

halstrup-walcher

Legal name

halstrup-walcher GmbH

Website

https://halstrup-walcher.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

halstrup-walcher GmbH is a German family-owned mechanical engineering company that manufactures mechatronic positioning systems, direct drives, and precision pressure measurement equipment for machine builders, OEMs, and industrial process operators across packaging, labeling, cleanroom, and HVAC applications in 49 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Mechatronic Components

NAICS

Speed Changer, Industrial High-Speed Drive, and Gear Manufacturing (333612), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Motors & Generators (3621)

akta.pro primary industry

Spindles & High-Speed Drives (Machine Tool Spindles, High-speed Motors) (IMAGACAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Pressure & Force Sensors (Pressure/Strain/Load Cells) (HDAHALAB)

Keywords

• Mechatronic drive systems
• Positioning systems
• Differential pressure transmitters
• Format adjustment drives
• Industrial pressure measurement

Headquarters

HQ city

Kirchzarten

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Drive Technology Products: Sale of positioning systems, direct drives, and mechatronic drive solutions for format adjustment and automation in machinery
2. Measurement Technology Products: Sale of differential pressure transmitters, absolute pressure transmitters, digital manometers, and pressure calibration devices
3. Calibration Services: Professional calibration services for pressure measurement equipment with factory calibration certificates and DKD-R 6-1 accredited calibration
4. Custom Development Services: Engineering and development services for mechanical, electronic, and software applications tailored to customer requirements

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

halstrup-walcher manufactures mechatronic drive technology (PSD direct drives, PSE/PSW positioning systems, HIPERDRIVE) for automated format adjustment and machine axis positioning, and pressure measurement technology (differential and absolute pressure transmitters, digital manometers, mobile calibration devices) for cleanroom, HVAC, and process applications. The company also provides custom engineering and DAkkS-accredited calibration services.

Product overview

halstrup-walcher offers two core product lines: Drive Technology and Measurement Technology. Drive Technology includes PSD series direct drives (PSD40-49) with integrated stepper motors and multiple communication interfaces (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, POWERLINK, EtherCAT, CANopen, IO-Link), and PSE/PSW series positioning systems for automated format adjustments in packaging, labeling, and woodworking machines. Measurement Technology encompasses P series differential pressure transmitters (P26, P26.2, P29, P34, PIZ, PS17, PS27, PSxHub) for cleanroom, HVAC, and process applications, AD/BA series absolute pressure transmitters, EMA series digital manometers, and KAL series portable calibration devices. The company also provides custom engineering services and factory/DAkkS calibration services. Products are manufactured in Kirchzarten, Germany with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PSD Series Direct Drives Compact direct drives (PSD40–PSD49) with integrated stepper motor, integrated control, bus interface, and battery-free absolute measuring system. Designed for automatic positioning of machine axes during format adjustments in packaging, labeling, bottling, and woodworking machines. Supports EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, POWERLINK, EtherCAT, CANopen, and IO-Link fieldbus protocols.
• PSE Series Compact Positioning Systems Compact mechatronic positioning systems (PSE21x-8, PSE23x-8, PSE30x-8/-14, PSE31x-8/-14, PSE32x-14, PSE33x-14, PSE34x-14) with integrated control for automated format adjustments in mechanical engineering and packaging machines. Available with multiple fieldbus interfaces.
• PSW Series Positioning Systems Positioning systems (PSW30x-8/-14, PSW31x-8/-14, PSW32x-14, PSW33x-14) for format changeover in packaging machines and similar industrial automation applications.
• PSE200/PSE272 Analogue Positioning Systems Analogue positioning systems for automated format adjustments in machines where digital bus interfaces are not required.
• HDA70 HIPERDRIVE Positioning System High-performance positioning system from the HIPERDRIVE series for automated format adjustments in mechanical engineering applications requiring higher torque and force.
• P-Series Differential Pressure Transmitters Differential pressure transmitters (P26, P26.2, P29, P29.2, P34, PIZ, PS17, PS27, PSxHub) for cleanroom monitoring, HVAC, process technology, natural gas, and measuring smallest pressures in non-aggressive gases. P26/P26.2 NRTL certified for North American market.
• AD/BA Series Absolute Pressure Transmitters Absolute pressure transmitters (AD1000, BA1000) for precise and barometric pressure measurement in industrial applications.
• EMA Series Digital Manometers Digital manometers (EMA84, EMA200) for precise pressure measurement and on-site display.
• KAL Series Mobile Pressure Calibration Devices Portable calibration devices (KAL84, KAL100, KAL200) for on-site calibration of pressure measurement instruments.
• Engineering Services Custom engineering services covering mechanical, electronic, and software development for customer-specific solutions in positioning systems and pressure measurement technology.
• Calibration Services DAkkS-accredited calibration services for pressure measurement instruments including factory calibration and DAkkS calibration certificates according to DKD-R 6-1 standard.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced changeover times with automated axis positioning
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• N.V. Dimed s.a. (Belgium)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBelgian distributor for measurement technology products. Located at Joe Englishstraat 47, B-2140 Antwerpen, Belgium.
• Rollco A/S (Denmark)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanish distributor for drive technology products. Located at Skomagervej 13E, DK-7100 Vejle.
• HMK LTD Automation & Drives (UK)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK distributor for drive technology products. Located at Kappa House, Hatter Street, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1QJ.
• OMNI SENSORS AND TRANSMITTERS Ltd. (UK)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK distributor for measurement technology products. Located at The Old Barn, Churchlands Business Park, Ufton Road, Harbury, Warwickshire, CV339GX.
• MESUREX (France)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFrench distributor for measurement technology products. Located at 13 rue des Cooroyés, 78730 Saint Arnoult en Yvelines.
• Elmekanic B.V (Netherlands)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDutch distributor for drive technology products. Located at Spelleweg 3, NL-7475 GV Markelo.
• Kwapil & Co. GmbH (Austria/Poland/Czech Republic/Hungary)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAustrian-based distributor covering drive technology in Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary. Part of Maxon Group.
• Trelco AG (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss distributor for drive technology products. Located at Gewerbestrasse 10, 5037 Muhen, Switzerland.
• Swissfilter AG (Switzerland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss distributor for measurement technology products. Located in Switzerland.
• Dexis Iberica (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish distributor for drive technology products. Located at Avenida Ovidi montllor no 9, 46.960 Aldaia, Valencia.
• Shanghai Yu Ting Scientific Co., LTD (China)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese distributor for halstrup-walcher products. Sister company Shanghai Quan Hong Scientific Co., Ltd. Located at Room 602, No.45, Lane 1661, Jialuo Rd., JiaDing District, Shanghai.
• Parshvi Technology (India) PVT. LTD.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndian distributor for halstrup-walcher products. Located at Shop No: 303-304, Block C, 3rd Floor, Pushp Business Campus, S P Ring Road, Vastral, Ahmedabad 382418, Gujarat.
• Krone Corporation (Japan)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese distributor for measurement technology products. Located at 3-9-6 Higashishinkoiwa, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo.
• ALF Motion Control (South Korea)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean distributor for drive technology products. Located at 319/33, Industrial goods distribution center, 30, 37th Str, Bangchuk-Ro, Dong-Gu, Incheon, 22530.
• NOVA INSTRUMENT CO., LTD (South Korea)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean distributor for measurement technology products. Located at #401, #440, IS Biz Tower, 510 Misa, 12925 Hanam-Si, Gyeonggi-Do.
• miropack Verpackungstechnik GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPackaging specialist using PSE series positioning systems for automatic axis positioning and format adjustment in their machines. Customer case study partner.
• Langguth GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLabeling specialist using halstrup-walcher intelligent positioning systems for automated format adjustments in labeling machines. Customer case study partner.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lenze SE: German mechatronics and drive automation specialist offering servo drives, frequency inverters, and integrated positioning systems. Comparable in serving machine builders with fieldbus-connected drive solutions for format adjustment and motion control.
• Festo SE & Co. KG: Global German industrial automation specialist offering electric and pneumatic positioning systems, servo drives, and integrated mechatronic platforms. Competes directly with halstrup-walcher in format adjustment and machine axis positioning for packaging and process machinery.
• Dunkermotoren (Ametek): German manufacturer of integrated brushless DC motors, gear motors, and mechatronic positioning drives for industrial automation. Comparable in compact motor/drive integration, multi-protocol communication, and OEM business model.
• Wittenstein SE: German manufacturer of precision mechatronic drive technology, including planetary gearheads, servo actuators, and linear systems used in machine automation. Direct overlap with halstrup-walcher's positioning systems and direct drives for format adjustment applications.
• Oriental Motor (Europe) GmbH: Japanese-headquartered manufacturer of stepper motors, servo motors, and integrated positioning systems. Direct competitor in stepper-based direct drives and format adjustment applications for packaging, labeling, and small-format machinery.
• Linak A/S: Danish manufacturer of electric linear actuators and integrated drive systems for industrial automation. Comparable in offering compact, integrated mechatronic positioning solutions for OEM machine builders in similar end-markets.
• WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG: German global market leader in pressure measurement technology, including differential pressure transmitters and digital manometers. Direct overlap with halstrup-walcher's measurement technology product line for cleanroom, HVAC, and process applications.

Broad incumbents

• Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG: German PC-based automation specialist offering drives, I/O, and motion control for industrial machinery. Comparable in supporting EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP fieldbus protocols and serving the same OEM machine builder customer base.
• Endress+Hauser Group Services AG: Swiss-German global leader in industrial process instrumentation, including pressure, flow, and level measurement. Broad incumbent in pressure transmitter markets that overlap with halstrup-walcher's cleanroom and process measurement products.

Emerging players

• BD|SENSORS GmbH: German specialist in pressure measurement technology for industrial applications, including differential pressure transmitters and electronic pressure sensors. Niche overlap with halstrup-walcher's measurement technology portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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