Durwen Maschinenbau

What Durwen Maschinenbau does

Durwen Maschinenbau GmbH is a family-owned German manufacturer of attachment equipment for forklift trucks, founded in 1946 and headquartered in Plaidt, Germany. The company operates as a specialist industrial equipment producer serving intralogistics end-customers worldwide, with primary verticals including warehouse and logistics operations, paper and packaging, beverage, and construction materials handling. Its product portfolio centers on Zinkenverstellgeräte (fork positioners) across ISO size classes II through V, complemented by multi-pallet forks, clamp devices for paper rolls, bales, cartons, barrels, foam and building materials, telescopic and push-ahead devices, rotating devices, load bars, crane arms, and safety accessories. The product line extends into sensor-augmented hardware via the MultiSense SmartFork family, which integrates camera technology into fork positioners to improve operator visibility and precision.

The core technology stack rests on CNC machine tools and modern welding robots housed at the Plaidt facility, with proprietary design features including the modular DSP (Durwen ServicePlus) bolted-component architecture for quick maintenance, wave-guidance systems for fork positioning, and valve-controlled side shift. The company is ISO 9001 certified, operates a solar installation producing over 30% of its energy needs, and sources 100% renewable electricity. Products comply with EU machinery directives and use standard fork tines per ISO 2328, supporting integration with major forklift OEM bases.

Durwen's commercial model is sales-led and B2B, with direct sales coverage of the D-A-CH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and a dedicated export sales team serving international customers. Distribution is multi-channel: direct sales to enterprise end-customers, dealer and OEM-channel relationships (including co-marketing with Linde Material Handling and INOVIX at a May 2026 customer event), and channel-partner enablement (Jungbluth Fördertechnik factory training in March 2026). Revenue streams include new equipment sales (the primary stream), rental equipment, refurbished used equipment, and an after-sales service and spare-parts operation. Pricing is custom quote-based with multi-year contract cadences; pricing is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Durwen Maschinenbau

Legal name

Durwen Maschinenbau GmbH

Website

https://durwen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Durwen Maschinenbau GmbH is a family-owned German manufacturer founded in 1946 that designs and produces mechanical and hydraulic forklift attachment equipment — including fork positioners, multi-pallet forks, and specialized clamps — for warehouse, paper, beverage, and construction-materials end-customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Material Handling Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Forklifts & Industrial Trucks (IC & Electric) (IMAHABAA)

Keywords

• Forklift attachments
• Fork positioners
• Multi-pallet forks
• Paper roll clamps
• Material handling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Plaidt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Equipment Sales: Durwen generates primary revenue from the manufacture and sale of new forklift attachments. The product portfolio includes multiple pallet forks, clamp devices, paper roll clamps, fork positioners, telescopic fork tines, side shifters, rotating devices, and various accessories. Products are sold directly to industrial customers and through dealer networks.
2. Rental Equipment: Durwen offers rental equipment (Mietgeräte) allowing customers to rent forklift attachments for temporary needs or trial purposes before purchasing.
3. Used Equipment: The company sells pre-owned/refurbished forklift attachments, providing a more affordable option for customers with budget constraints.
4. After-Sales Service and Spare Parts: Service department provides maintenance, repairs, and spare parts for Durwen equipment. The ServicePlus technology enables quick component exchanges with minimal downtime.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Durwen Maschinenbau GmbH designs, manufactures and sells mechanical and hydraulic attachment equipment for forklift trucks. Its portfolio spans fork positioners, multi-pallet forks, paper roll clamps, bale and carton clamps, telescopic and push-ahead devices, 360° rotating devices, side shifters, load bars and crane arms, complemented by rental, used equipment and after-sales service offerings. Products are built on the proprietary DSP (Durwen ServicePlus) modular platform, manufactured in Plaidt, Germany to ISO 9001, and sold to industrial enterprises worldwide.

Product overview

Durwen Maschinenbau is a German manufacturer of attachment equipment for forklift trucks, operating as a single-product-line industrial equipment company with a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and hydraulic attachments. The product line centers on Zinkenverstellgeräte (fork positioners) available in multiple ISO size classes (II through V), complemented by specialized clamp devices for paper rolls, bales, cartons, barrels, and building materials. Additional product families include Mehrfachpalettengabeln (multi-pallet forks), Teleskop- und Vorschubgeräte (telescopic/push-ahead devices), Drehgeräte (rotating devices), Tragdorne (load bars), Kranarme (crane arms), and various accessories including Schutzbügel/Lastschutzgitter (safety frames). The company also offers MultiSense SmartFork with integrated camera technology for enhanced visibility. Products are manufactured in Plaidt, Germany with ISO 9001 certification and feature the proprietary ServicePlus technology designed to minimize maintenance requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zinkenverstellgerät ZVW-S ISO II/III/IV High-performance fork positioner with shaft guidance (Wellenführung), featuring separate side shift and precision hydraulic positioning. Uses standard fork tines according to ISO 2328.
• Zinkenverstellgerät ZVW ISO IV High-performance fork positioner with shaft guidance and valve-controlled side shift, allowing side shifting dependent on fork carrier opening range.
• Mehrfachpalettengabeln (Multi-Pallet Forks) Double, triple, quadruple, six-fold and eight-fold pallet forks for handling multiple pallets simultaneously with a single forklift attachment.
• Klammergeräte (Clamp Devices) Clamp attachments for handling various loads including paper rolls, bales, cartons, barrels, foam, and building materials.
• Kartonklammern (Cardboard Clamps) Specialized clamps for handling cardboard boxes and household appliances in warehouse and logistics applications.
• Papierrollenklammern PRK 360°/180° Paper roll clamps with 360° or 180° rotation for handling paper rolls in various ISO sizes (II through V) and capacities.
• MultiSense SmartFork DE Fork positioners equipped with camera technology for enhanced visibility and precision handling during fork positioning operations.
• Teleskop- und Vorschubgeräte Hydraulic telescopic fork extensions (TGZ series) and push-ahead fork carriers (VGT/VGT-S) for extended reach applications.
• Drehgeräte 360° DG/DG-S Rotating devices enabling 360° rotation of loads for positioning and dumping applications.
• Schutzbügel/Lastschutzgitter Safety frames and load protection grids that protect hydraulic components and stabilize loads during transport.
• Tragdorne TD/TTD Load bars including special carpet roll load bars for handling rolls and cylindrical loads.
• Kranarme KFG/KFTG/KF/KFT Crane arms in fixed and telescopic variants for suspended load handling applications.
• Klemmabschieber/Abschieber KA/AS Combined clamp and push-off devices for specialized material handling operations.
• Mehrfachseitenschieber DST Multi-side shifters (double and triple) for lateral load positioning without vertical movement.
• Rental Equipment (Mietgeräte) Rental program allowing customers to rent forklift attachments for temporary needs or trial purposes before purchasing.
• Used Equipment Sales Pre-owned/refurbished forklift attachments offered as a more affordable option for budget-conscious customers.
• After-Sales Service and Spare Parts Service department providing maintenance, repairs, and spare parts for Durwen equipment, supported by ServicePlus technology enabling quick component exchanges.

Quantifiable outcome

• Minimal downtime through DSP technology with few components and long-lasting wear parts
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• INOVIXminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 May 2026INOVIX collaborated with Durwen at a Linde event at Betis Sevilla stadium on May 21, 2026. The event presented solutions and innovations around Linde forklifts to end customers, with Durwen being one of only two external suppliers presenting their products.
• Linde Material Handling (lindemhi)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 May 2026Linde hosted a customer event at Betis Sevilla stadium where Durwen participated as an exhibitor. This was a marketing/event partnership to showcase Durwen products to Linde's customer base.
• Jungbluth FördertechnikminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 March 2026The full-service team of Jungbluth Fördertechnik visited Durwen facilities on March 17, 2026 for product training and a factory tour. The companies engaged in technical discussions about daily work challenges.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cascade Corporation: US-based leading global manufacturer of forklift attachments, particularly dominant in paper roll clamps and hydraulic clamps. Closely competes with Durwen in the paper roll clamp segment (PRK series) internationally.
• Stokvis Group: Dutch manufacturer of forklift attachments and material handling equipment, including fork positioners, clamps, and side shifters. Comparable product range and serves similar European industrial customer segments.
• Bolzoni Auramo S.p.A. Italian-based global manufacturer of forklift attachments and material handling equipment, including paper roll clamps, fork positioners, and multi-pallet forks. Comparable in scope and product breadth to Durwen, with a broader international footprint.
• KAUP GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of forklift attachments and fork positioners offering a near-identical product portfolio (clamps, sideshifters, rotators, multi-pallet forks). KAUP is the most direct competitor to Durwen, with overlapping D-A-CH distribution and similar 'Made in Germany' positioning.
• A.T.I.B. S.r.l. Italian manufacturer specializing in forklift attachments, particularly clamps and fork positioners. Comparable in size and product focus, competing in European paper, beverage, and logistics markets.

Broad incumbents

• Linde Material Handling (KION Group): Global forklift OEM that develops and sells its own branded attachments alongside partner attachments. Durwen is a GTM partner at Linde events, but Linde also represents a competitive threat through OEM-integrated attachment offerings.

Emerging players

• HOIST Liftruck Manufacturing Inc. US manufacturer of heavy-duty forklifts and integrated attachments. Overlaps with Durwen in the forklift attachment space, particularly for heavy industrial and specialized handling applications.

Regional players

• Jungbluth Fördertechnik: German forklift dealer and service partner that distributes attachments including Durwen's product line. Represents a channel partner relationship as well as a competitor in attachment resale markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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