Kapema

What Kapema does

Kapema is a privately held Danish distributor and service provider of metalworking machinery, headquartered in Thisted, Denmark, and founded in 2004 by Kai and Peter Mortensen. The company operates exclusively as a channel partner for international machine manufacturers — including Senfeng (fiber and tube lasers), Baykal (plasma cutters, press brakes), Kimtech (waterjet cutting), STYLE (CNC lathes and machining centers), Imet and Simec (circular saws), Priminer and Microcut (machining centers), Emco (lathes), Produtech (sheet processing), Ekicontrol (coil processing), Sieg (drilling), and Erbend (press brakes) — and does not manufacture equipment itself. Its product portfolio spans 25+ machine categories covering cutting, machining, bending, drilling, sawing, coil processing, and finishing, sold both as new units and pre-owned equipment, with featured SKUs priced in the DKK 150K–1.2M range.

The company's business model rests on three revenue streams: (1) new machine sales via exclusive manufacturer representation in Denmark, (2) used/refurbished machine resale, and (3) after-sales technical service, spare parts, installation, and operator training. Distribution operates through direct enterprise field sales supported by a bilingual (Danish/English) website, a YouTube video gallery (@kapema2004), newsletter signup, and inbound contact forms. Pricing is predominantly "contact for quote" for new equipment, with select campaign and used machines showing published DKK pricing. The customer base is concentrated in the Danish metalworking industry — small and mid-sized fabrication and machining shops — alongside educational and vocational institutions (Aarhus Universitet, FGU Skolen, UCE Skolen). All equipment sold is CE-certified.

Kapema employs 11–50 people and is entirely founder-owned, with no institutional investment, parent company, or M&A activity disclosed. Its service operations are anchored by Service Manager Niels Mogensen and field technicians Jan Lund Danielsen and Steffen Wagner, providing on-site support, workshop repairs, and original spare parts in close coordination with the represented manufacturers. The company describes itself as an international trading company, though its operating geography is primarily Denmark, with secondary activity in the broader Nordic and European markets supported by its bilingual web presence.

Name

Kapema

Legal name

Kapema

Website

https://kapema.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kapema is a privately held Danish distributor of new and used metalworking machinery, representing 12+ international manufacturers (Senfeng, Baykal, STYLE, Kimtech, Priminer, Imet, and others) and serving Danish fabricators and vocational institutions with equipment, installation, and after-sales service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Thisted

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations

Revenue model

1. New machine sales: Kapema sells new industrial machines from internationally recognized manufacturers (Senfeng, Baykal, Kimtech, STYLE, Priminer, etc.) across categories including fiber lasers, CNC machining centers, plasma cutters, circular saws, lathes, and milling machines.
2. Used machine sales: Kapema buys and sells used metalworking machines, with a dedicated section for second-hand inventory available on their website.
3. Technical service and spare parts: Technical after-sales service including on-site service, service workshop, spare parts supply, installation, and operator training in collaboration with suppliers. Services apply to both new and existing machines.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kapema supplies new and used metalworking machinery to industrial customers, exclusively representing multiple international manufacturers such as Senfeng, Baykal, Kimtech, STYLE, Imet, Simec, Priminer, Microcut, Emco, Produtech, and Sieg. The portfolio spans fiber lasers, CNC machining centers, plasma cutters, waterjet cutters, lathes, milling machines, circular saws, coil processing equipment, press brakes, and radial drills. Beyond machine sales, Kapema provides technical after-sales service, spare parts, installation, and operator training performed in close collaboration with the manufacturers.

Product overview

Kapema is a Danish supplier of machines for the metal industry founded in 2004, offering a comprehensive portfolio of metalworking machinery. The product range includes fiber lasers and tube lasers (Senfeng brand), CNC plasma cutters (Baykal), waterjet cutting machines (Kimtech), CNC lathes and milling machines (STYLE), machining centers (STYLE, Priminer, Microcut), circular saws (Imet, Simec), coil processing lines (Ekicontrol), press brakes (Baykal, Erbend), and radial drilling machines (Sieg). The company sells both new and used machines, representing numerous internationally recognized manufacturers on an exclusive basis. Beyond equipment sales, Kapema provides technical after-sales service, spare parts, installation, and operator training. The machines are certified in accordance with applicable CE regulations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fiber Lasers (Senfeng) CNC fiber laser cutting machines for sheet metal processing, available in power ranges from 1.5-40 kW, with features such as edge detection, nesting, autofocus, and offline software. Sold to metalworking fabricators and production shops.
• Tube/Pipe Lasers (Senfeng) CNC laser cutting machines designed for cutting pipes and profiles including round, square, and angle configurations up to 6000 mm length. Targeted at metal fabrication shops handling tube and profile work.
• CNC Plasma Cutters (Baykal) High-precision plasma cutting machines for sheet metal, available with Hypertherm power sources and True Hole technology for optimal hole roundness and precision. Models include BPS-PRO, BPL PRO-MAX, and BPE.
• Waterjet Cutting Machines (Kimtech) Precision CNC-controlled waterjet cutting machines using ultra-high pressure water (up to 4100 bar) for cutting metal and other materials without heat-affected zones. Supplied from Swedish manufacturer Kimtech.
• CNC Lathes (STYLE) Computer-numerically-controlled turning machines with intuitive Style 4 control system, featuring 3D simulation, touchscreen interface, and DXF file import capabilities. Designed and manufactured in Holland.
• CNC Slantbed Lathes (STYLE SB Series) High-performance slantbed lathes designed in Holland with simple, intuitive Style control, featuring 3D simulation, hydraulic chucks, and automatic tool changers.
• CNC Milling Machines (STYLE) Heavy-duty CNC milling machines with cast iron construction, servo motors, and Style High-Tech control system for efficient machining operations.
• CNC Machining Centers Multi-axis CNC machining centers for complex machining operations, including 5-axis simultaneous machining capabilities. Sourced from STYLE, Priminer, and Microcut manufacturers.
• Circular Saws (Imet) Vertical and column circular saws ranging from manual to fully automatic CNC-controlled models for cutting metal profiles, bars, and solid materials. Includes SIRIO, VELOX, RECORD, PERFECT, and IDEAL series.
• Industrial Circular Saw Automats (Simec) High-precision Italian-made industrial saw automats and automatic cutting lines for cutting profiles, bars, and solid materials with automatic loading magazines. Models include X120 CNC and Simax.
• Coil Processing Lines (Ekicontrol) Customizable coil processing and slitting lines for uncoiling, straightening, cutting, and rewinding of metal coils, featuring operator-friendly integrated software. Models include XSLINE, ONECUT, and Compact.
• Radial Drilling Machines (Sieg ZB) High-quality radial drilling machines based on newest drive technology with infinitely variable spindle speed and digital readout display.
• Press Brakes CNC-controlled press brakes including hydraulic and electric models for precision sheet metal bending operations. Sourced from Baykal and Erbend manufacturers.
• Used Machines Pre-owned metalworking machines including CNC lathes, press brakes, shears, and milling machines at reduced prices. Covers categories such as cutoff, boring, press brakes, plate processing, chip removal, and special machines.
• Technical Service and Spare Parts Technical after-sales service including troubleshooting, on-site service, service workshop, maintenance, spare parts supply, and installation support performed in close collaboration with manufacturers using only original spare parts.
• Machine Installation and Operator Training Installation services and operator training arranged in cooperation with suppliers to ensure proper machine setup and optimal utilization. Applies to both new and existing machines.

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SenfengcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKapema is a dealer of Senfeng in Denmark. Senfeng manufactures fiber laser and tube laser cutting machines. Kapema has sold a significant number of Senfeng lasers with reported success, offering competitive prices without compromising quality.
• BaykalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBaykal is a manufacturer of plasma cutters and fiber lasers represented by Kapema. Products include BPS-PRO, BPL PRO-MAX, and BPE plasma cutters, as well as fiber laser type BLS PRO-MAX.
• KimtechcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKimtech is a leading Swedish supplier of waterjet cutting machines located in Järfälla, near Stockholm. Kimtech exports machines throughout Europe, China, Vietnam, and North Africa. Kapema represents Kimtech in Denmark.
• STYLEcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSTYLE produces high-quality CNC lathes, milling machines, and machining centers designed and manufactured in Holland. Known for intuitive CNC control systems. Kapema represents STYLE in Denmark.
• SimeccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer Simec produces industrial circular saw automata and automatic sawing lines for cutting profiles, bars, and solid materials. Known for high precision and integration with automatic loading magazines. Kapema represents Simec in Denmark.
• EkicontrolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEkicontrol supplies coil processing equipment to the entire world. Their systems are customized to individual customer needs and are 100% European with high-quality European components. Kapema represents Ekicontrol in Denmark.
• ImetcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorImet manufactures circular saws including manual, semi-automatic, and automatic models (SIRIO, Velox, RECORD, Perfect, IDEAL series). Kapema represents Imet in Denmark.
• PriminercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPriminer produces 5-axis CNC machining centers and CNC machining centers. Kapema represents Priminer in Denmark.
• MicrocutcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMicrocut manufactures CNC lathes (flat bed, slant bed, twin spindle) and machining centers. Kapema represents Microcut in Denmark.
• EmcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmco produces vertical lathes, HYPERTURN lathes, and milling machines. Kapema represents Emco in Denmark.
• ProdutechcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer Produtech specializes in metal sheet processing machines including the ISEO fiber laser. Established in 1993, they have worked with major industrial groups including Brembo S.p.A. and ABB-SACE. Kapema represents Produtech in Denmark.
• SiegcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShanghai SIEG Machinery Co., Ltd, founded in 1988, produces lathes, milling machines, and multi-purpose machines. Kapema represents Sieg in Denmark.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• HAAS Automation, Inc. US-based CNC machine tool manufacturer with strong direct-sales presence in Europe. Competes for Danish CNC mill and lathe buyers via its own factory-direct model rather than local distributors like Kapema.
• Bystronic AG: Swiss-based global supplier of laser cutting, press brake, and tube processing machinery. Competes with Kapema's fiber-laser and press-brake offerings via its own direct Nordic sales operation rather than through local distributors.
• TRUMPF SE + Co. KG: Global market leader in sheet-metal processing machinery (lasers, press brakes, punching) and direct competitor to several brands Kapema distributes. Represents the OEM side of the same Danish buyer wallet; competes with Kapema indirectly via its own direct sales force.
• EMAG Holding GmbH: German manufacturer of turning, grinding, and gear-cutting machine tools. Competes for the same Danish CNC machining-center and lathe buyers that Kapema serves with its STYLE and Microcut brands.
• DMG MORI AG: Global manufacturer of CNC turning, milling, and additive machines serving industrial customers including those in Denmark. Competes with Kapema's STYLE, Microcut, and Emco CNC offerings through direct OEM sales.

Direct peers

• HEMA Maschinen- und Apparateschutz GmbH: German-based metalworking machinery distributor offering CNC machines, saws, and fabrication equipment with service support. Comparable multi-brand distribution-plus-service model targeting small/mid-sized European metalworking buyers.
• Stürmer Maschinen GmbH: German metalworking machinery distributor carrying multi-brand portfolios of CNC machines, lathes, mills, saws, and press brakes for industrial buyers. Closely comparable business model to Kapema — multi-brand exclusive distribution plus service — but operating at larger German/European scale.
• Otto Fischer AG: Swiss industrial distribution company supplying metalworking machinery, tools, and workshop equipment with installation and after-sales service. Same single-country-anchored distribution-plus-service model as Kapema.
• Knuth Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH: German machine tool distributor offering new and used CNC lathes, milling machines, machining centers, and press brakes with a service arm. Direct functional peer to Kapema — exclusive multi-brand distribution plus after-sales service — though larger and internationally oriented.
• Saro A/S: Danish industrial machinery and equipment distributor serving metalworking and fabrication customers with new and used equipment plus service. Same domestic Danish market and same target buyer profile as Kapema, with broader industrial coverage beyond pure metalworking.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@kapema2004/videos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kapema-a-s

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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