What Solisysteme does

Solisysteme is a French manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and distribution of bioclimatic pergola systems, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Avanton near Poitiers, France. The company originated the bioclimatic pergola concept and filed the original patent for an orientable aluminum louver system in 1998, positioning itself as the category inventor and reference brand in France. Operations are vertically integrated at a 12,000 m² production facility that produces two principal product lines: the Reference line of bioclimatic and fixed-roof pergolas (Solibio, Solifix, Solicanva S/R) and the Élégance line (Lelio, Arlequin, Coviello), plus a three-model Carport family (Carisma P, Carisma A, Carisma+). Products are offered in standard configurations and fully custom builds with 25+ RAL color options, optional Somfy RTS motorization with wind/rain/frost sensors, LED lighting, ZIP screens, and lateral closures, backed by structural warranties of up to 25 years.

The business model is hardware sales of one-off, high-unit-price outdoor structures distributed exclusively through a curated network of specialist installers, architects, distributors, and craftsmen. The company does not sell direct-to-consumer online; instead it operates a sales-led motion in which the website hosts a 3D configurator, an extensive advice blog, and a free quote-request service (response within 48 business hours) that redirects prospects to the nearest qualified installer. Revenue is generated per unit based on model, dimensions, customization, and accessories. The primary customer segment is individual homeowners (particuliers), with non-primary segments in hospitality (hotels, restaurants, cafés) and municipalities/public institutions served via the dealer network. Products carry Origine France Garantie, Qualicoat, and Qualimarine certifications and are exported to more than 15 countries. Solisysteme operates as a subsidiary of the diversified French industrial group Groupe Burgermeister.

Name

Solisysteme

Legal name

Solisysteme

Website

https://solisysteme.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Solisysteme is a French manufacturer and inventor of bioclimatic aluminum pergolas and carports, founded in 1998 in Avanton, serving individual homeowners, hospitality, and municipalities through a network of specialist installers across France and 15+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Pergola and Carport Manufacturing

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Louvers, Vents & Architectural Grilles (IMADAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dampers, Louvers & Ventilation Controls (IMADANAD)

Keywords

• Bioclimatic pergolas
• Aluminum carports
• Outdoor shading systems
• Pergola manufacturing
• Terrace protection

Headquarters

HQ city

Avanton

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Bioclimatic pergola sales: One-time sale of manufactured aluminum pergolas and carports, sold through a network of installers and distributors. Products are available in standard and fully custom (sur mesure) configurations. Revenue is generated per unit based on model, dimensions, and customization options selected.
2. Carport sales: One-time sale of aluminum carports (Carisma P, Carisma A, Carisma + models) with various roofing options (polycarbonate, insulated panels) and customizable side fillings.
3. Accessories and options: Sales of optional accessories including LED lighting, ZIP screens, motorized controls, weather sensors, sliding glass walls, and custom color (RAL) finishes, sold as add-ons to core pergola/carport products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Solisysteme designs, manufactures, and supplies aluminum bioclimatic pergolas and carports built around a patented system of orientable louvers that regulate temperature, light, and ventilation. The product range spans the Reference line (Solibio with adjustable slats, Solifix with insulated panels, Solicanva S/R canvas models) and the Elégance line (Lelio, Arlequin, Coviello), alongside Carisma P, Carisma A, and Carisma+ carports, with optional Somfy motorization, weather sensors, LED lighting, and lateral closures. Products are sold through a network of specialist installers, distributors, and architects, supported by a free 3D configurator and quote service.

Product overview

Solisysteme is a French manufacturer and inventor of bioclimatic pergolas, established in 1998, producing at its 12,000 m² facility in Avanton near Poitiers. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: (1) Pergolas - including the Reference-line Solibio (adjustable slats), Solifix (fixed insulated panels), Solicanva S/R (canvas-based), and the Elégance-line Lelio, Arlequin (sliding panels), and Coviello (insulated panels); and (2) Carports - including Carisma P (polycarbonate roof), Carisma A, and Carisma+ (insulated panels). All products feature extensive customization including 27+ standard RAL colors, optional all-RAL colors, and various filling/closure options. The company offers a proprietary 3D Configurator tool for project design, plus Somfy RTS home automation integration for motorization and weather sensor automation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Solibio (Reference-line bioclimatic pergola) Premium bioclimatic pergola with adjustable aluminum slats, maximum surface of 24 m² per module, up to 6,840 mm span between posts, and a 25-year structural warranty. Supports attached, freestanding, sloped, and multi-module configurations for residential and commercial outdoor living.
• Solifix (fixed-roof pergola)

Quantifiable outcome

• Structural warranty of 25 years on most pergola models (structure and blades)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SomfycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1998Somfy provides motorization technology (RTS protocol) for Solisysteme's pergola louver systems, enabling automated blade orientation control. Somfy weather sensors (wind, rain, frost) integrate with the motorization for automatic weather-responsive operation. The partnership enables IoT connectivity and home automation integration through Somfy's ecosystem.
• Groupe BurgermeistercoreOthersSolisysteme is a brand and subsidiary of Groupe Burgermeister, a French industrial group. The group includes related brands such as Volets Thiebaut, Ocler, KSM Production, and Jardimat. Recruitment for Solisysteme is managed through the group's centralized recruitment portal.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• KE Outdoor Design & Engineering: KE Outdoor (Belgium) specializes in premium aluminum bioclimatic pergolas such as the Equinox line, with full customization and smart-home integration. Targets the same premium residential and HORECA customers as Solisysteme.
• Gibus: Gibus (Italy) is an established Italian manufacturer of pergolas, awnings, and outdoor living structures with orientable-louver product lines. Comparable in distribution model (installer network) and target customer (mid-to-premium residential).
• Biossun: Biossun is a leading French manufacturer of bioclimatic aluminum pergolas, offering adjustable-louver systems directly comparable to Solisysteme's Solibio line. Both compete for the same French installer network and HORECA/residential end customers.
• Brustor: Brustor (Belgium) manufactures aluminum bioclimatic pergolas and terrace covers distributed through an installer network similar to Solisysteme's. Product architecture (orientable louvers, motorization, Somfy integration) is directly comparable.
• Renson: Renson (Belgium) is a major European manufacturer of outdoor louvered roof systems under the Camargue brand, alongside broader ventilation and sun-protection portfolios. It competes head-to-head with Solisysteme in premium bioclimatic pergolas across Western Europe.
• Climax Pergolas: Climax is a French manufacturer specializing in bioclimatic pergolas and outdoor aluminum structures, serving both residential and HORECA segments via an installer network. Direct French-market competitor to Solisysteme.

Broad incumbents

• Warema: Warema (Germany) is a large, established player in sun-protection systems including external venetian blinds, awnings, and outdoor living products. Broader portfolio than Solisysteme but overlapping end customers in European residential and commercial markets.

Emerging players

• Palmiye: Palmiye (Turkey) manufactures aluminum bioclimatic pergolas and verandas for export across Europe, often at more competitive price points. Represents an emerging cost-competitive threat to Solisysteme's premium positioning.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/solisystemefrance

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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