STEULER-KCH
STEULER-KCH is a German industrial linings specialist (founded 1908, part of the family-owned Steuler Group) that designs, manufactures, and installs proprietary corrosion-protection and refractory lining systems for chemical, steel, fertilizer, and water-treatment customers globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1908
- HeadquartersSiershahn, Germany
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What STEULER-KCH does
STEULER-KCH is a German industrial linings specialist and core operating division of the family-owned Steuler Group, founded in 1908 and headquartered in Höhr-Grenzhausen, Germany. The company designs, engineers, manufactures, and installs corrosion-protection and refractory lining systems for heavy industrial customers in chemical and petrochemical processing, iron and steel, cement and lime, non-ferrous metals, pulp and paper, phosphoric and sulfuric acid production, water treatment, and battery manufacturing. Its portfolio is structured around four business divisions — Surface Protection Linings, Refractory Linings, Plastic Linings, and Pool Linings — supported by proprietary branded systems including BEKAPLAST, BEKASTEEL, KERAVERIN PTFE-M, KERA DUROSTRONG, OXYDUR iVE, and RECOVERY magnesia-carbon bricks, plus process-improvement services such as Steuler QUICKFIT (pre-fabricated lined components to compress plant shutdowns) and Steuler Remote (remote consultation and supervision).
The business operates on a project-based, quote-priced revenue model combining custom engineering, in-house production (autoclaves, tunnel kilns, and refractory manufacturing at Siershahn, Höhr-Grenzhausen, Mogendorf, and Breitscheid in Germany), on-site installation and supervision, and aftermarket inspection/repair/refurbishment services. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales delivered through a global subsidiary network covering the USA, UK, Spain, Turkey, China, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and Australia, with active presence at industry trade fairs (IFAT, Ceramitec, Interbad, EXPOMIN, AISTech, Euro Chlor, ALTA, GIFA/METEC, Clemson Brick Plant Operator's Forum, ICR). Named enterprise customers include Ma'aden Phosphate (the largest contract in company history, a phosphoric acid plant in Saudi Arabia), BASF (multi-plant repeat business and 2016/2019 contractor awards), ThyssenKrupp, Aurubis, Salzgitter AG (SALCOS program), EnBW, SUEZ, KEM ONE, Australian Paper, and REKO Rotterdam.
The parent Steuler Group is a traditional German Mittelstand family business with 1,001–5,000 employees; STEULER-KCH has grown through a combination of organic capacity investment and targeted acquisitions (CTI Europe 2016, WTI Breitscheid 2017, ~75% of Ancorite Holdings 2023–2024), alongside greenfield subsidiaries in Turkey (2024) and the USA (Steuler Linings Corp., June 2026). Certifications include ISO 9001, SCC, ISO 50001 (2025), and an EcoVadis Bronze Medal (2026), and the company was ranked 7th among the Top 50 Mittelstand in Rheinland-Pfalz in September 2025.
STEULER-KCH firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- STEULER-KCH
- Legal name
- STEULER-KCH GmbH
- Website
- https://linings.steuler.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1908
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- STEULER-KCH is a German industrial linings specialist (founded 1908, part of the family-owned Steuler Group) that designs, manufactures, and installs proprietary corrosion-protection and refractory lining systems for chemical, steel, fertilizer, and water-treatment customers globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
STEULER-KCH industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Linings and Corrosion Protection
- NAICS
- Paint and Coating Manufacturing (325510), Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing (339991), Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332919)
- SIC
- Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Tank, Pipeline & Marine Coating Services (Lining/Wrapping) (IMAIAKAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Seals, Gaskets & O-Rings (Industrial Elastomer) (IMANALAC), Corrosion Control & Cathodic Protection Maintenance (CP Systems, Coatings) (EUAJAMAF)
Keywords
Where STEULER-KCH is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Siershahn
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices13 records
Markets served
STEULER-KCH business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Industrial Linings and Apparatus: Custom project-based revenue from development, planning, production, and installation of industrial linings and apparatus. Services include consulting, engineering, CAD construction, simulations, production, delivery, installation, supervision, inspections, tests, revisions, repair, and refurbishment. Projects range from large-scale international contracts to smaller custom solutions.
- Products and Materials: Sale of proprietary product systems including BEKAPLAST, BEKASTEEL, KERA materials, refractories, rubber linings, plastic piping, and related industrial materials. Products are sold as part of project contracts or as standalone materials.
- Service and Maintenance: Ongoing services including inspections, tests, revisions, repair, refurbishment, and supervision. Remote services through Steuler Remote for consulting and supervision across distances.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels4 records
STEULER-KCH product offering
Product offeringCore offering
STEULER-KCH designs, manufactures, and installs industrial linings and protection systems through four business divisions: Surface Protection Linings (corrosion-resistant coatings, rubber linings, acid-resistant brick/tile linings), Refractory Linings (fire-resistant linings for high-temperature processes), Plastic Linings (thermoplastic and GRP piping, vessels, and equipment), and Pool Linings (swimming pool construction systems). The company delivers complete single-source solutions from development, engineering, CAD construction, and simulation through production, installation, supervision, inspection, and refurbishment for chemical, steel, mining, and industrial customers worldwide.
Product overview
STEULER-KCH is a specialist for industrial linings and equipment construction, operating through four main business divisions: Surface Protection Linings (corrosion-resistant coatings, rubber linings, acid-resistant brick/tile linings), Refractory Linings (fire-resistant linings for high-temperature processes), Plastic Linings (thermoplastic and GRP piping/equipment), and Pool Linings (swimming pool construction systems). The product portfolio includes branded systems such as BEKAPLAST (coating systems), BEKASTEEL (stainless steel linings), KERA DUROSTRONG (ceramic composites), and BEKAPOOL (pool construction). Supporting services include Steuler QUICKFIT (pre-fabricated components for rapid installation) and Steuler Remote (remote consultation services). The company delivers complete solutions from development and engineering through production, installation, and supervision.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Surface Protection Linings: Corrosion protection linings for industrial applications
- Refractory Linings
- Plastic Linings
- Pool Linings
- BEKAPLAST
- BEKASTEEL
- BEKAPOOL
- KERA DUROSTRONG
- OXYDUR iVE
- Steuler QUICKFIT
- Steuler Remote
- KERAVERIN
Products and services
- Surface Protection Linings
Quantifiable outcome
- Minimized shutdown times through parallel production during operations
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use STEULER-KCH
Customer profileNamed customers12 records
Segments10 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
STEULER-KCH technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature12 records
STEULER-KCH partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators7 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights7 records
STEULER-KCH competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Resco Products: Resco Products manufactures refractory bricks, monolithics, and specialty products for steel, non-ferrous, and glass producers. Overlaps with STEULER-KCH's dense refractory bricks and monolithic product portfolio.
- Vesuvius plc: Vesuvius provides refractory linings, sensors, and consumables to steel and foundry customers globally. It is one of the closest direct competitors to STEULER-KCH's industrial refractory business serving blast furnaces, ladles, and continuous casting.
- Trelleborg AB: Trelleborg's industrial sealing solutions and polymer technology for harsh environments directly overlaps with STEULER-KCH's rubber linings (BEKAPLAST, BEKASTEEL) and plastic piping systems used in chemical and industrial plants.
- HarbisonWalker International: HarbisonWalker International is a major US-based refractory products and services supplier serving steel, aluminum, glass, and cement. Comparable to STEULER-KCH's refractory business, particularly relevant given Steuler's new US subsidiary in Chicago.
- RHI Magnesita: RHI Magnesita is the world's largest refractory solutions provider, supplying linings for steel, cement, glass, and non-ferrous metals production. Directly comparable to STEULER-KCH's Refractory Linings division and WTI Breitscheid operations.
- Carboline Company: Carboline manufactures high-performance protective coatings, linings, and fireproofing for chemical, petrochemical, and industrial customers. Direct competitor in the corrosion-protection and refractory-coatings segments.
Broad incumbents
- Jotun A/S: Jotun provides protective and marine coatings serving hydrocarbon, energy, and infrastructure markets. Jotun's protective coatings portfolio competes with Steuler's corrosion-protection and chemical-resistant lining offerings.
- Saint-Gobain (Performance Ceramics & Refractories): Saint-Gobain's Performance Ceramics & Refractories segment produces high-temperature refractory solutions for industrial furnaces and steel production. Competes broadly with Steuler's refractory linings business.
- Hempel A/S: Hempel is a global coatings supplier with significant industrial protective coatings serving similar chemical, oil and gas, and infrastructure customers. Comparable as a broader coatings player against Steuler's Surface Protection Linings work.
Emerging players
- Fosroc International: Fosroc provides construction chemicals and specialist coatings including acid-resistant and protective systems for industrial facilities. Overlaps with Steuler's BEKAPLAST and surface protection offerings.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
STEULER-KCH social profiles
Digital presenceSTEULER-KCH compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance4 records
STEULER-KCH financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
STEULER-KCH leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
STEULER-KCH subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries8 records
STEULER-KCH funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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STEULER-KCH M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about STEULER-KCH
What does STEULER-KCH do?
STEULER-KCH designs, manufactures, and installs industrial linings and protection systems through four business divisions: Surface Protection Linings (corrosion-resistant coatings, rubber linings, acid-resistant brick/tile linings), Refractory Linings (fire-resistant linings for high-temperature processes), Plastic Linings (thermoplastic and GRP piping, vessels, and equipment), and Pool Linings (swimming pool construction systems). The company delivers complete single-source solutions from development, engineering, CAD construction, and simulation through production, installation, supervision, inspection, and refurbishment for chemical, steel, mining, and industrial customers worldwide.
Is STEULER-KCH a public or private company?
STEULER-KCH is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was STEULER-KCH founded?
STEULER-KCH was founded in 1908. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is STEULER-KCH based?
STEULER-KCH is headquartered in Siershahn, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does STEULER-KCH make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Industrial Linings and Apparatus are the primary driver. The others are products and Materials and service and Maintenance.
Who are STEULER-KCH's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Resco Products, Vesuvius plc, Trelleborg AB, HarbisonWalker International, RHI Magnesita and Carboline Company. Broad incumbents are Jotun A/S, Saint-Gobain (Performance Ceramics & Refractories) and Hempel A/S. Fosroc International is listed as an emerging player.
Does STEULER-KCH have an API?
No public API is recorded for STEULER-KCH.
What industry is STEULER-KCH in?
STEULER-KCH's product category is Industrial Linings and Corrosion Protection. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAIAKAJ, Tank, Pipeline & Marine Coating Services (Lining/Wrapping), with a secondary code of IMANALAC, Seals, Gaskets & O-Rings (Industrial Elastomer). Its NAICS code is 325510 and its SIC code is 3050.