What JUKA does

JUKA Sp. z o.o. Sp. K. is a Polish industrial manufacturer headquartered in Niepołomice near Kraków, producing commercial refrigeration equipment, gastronomy furniture, and cryogenic devices. Operating continuously since 1998 from a single manufacturing facility with 51-100 employees, the company runs three product lines: a refrigeration and gastronomy range (pastry counters, ice cream displays, refrigerated cabinets, stainless steel gastronomy furniture targeted at petrol stations and food service), a cryogenic line spanning Class IIb-certified medical cryochambers and cryosaunas alongside the non-medical Cryobox and CRYOBOX NT, and an ozonation line (OZI, OzoBox) for disinfection. The company self-describes as a world leading manufacturer of whole-body cryotherapy equipment and claims the only Polish-made electric cryogenic device (CRYOBOX) and an open-roof cryochamber architecture unique in its product messaging. Underlying technology is electromechanical and certified: cryogenic devices carry CE0197 / TUV Rheinland Class IIb medical device clearance, and refrigeration units are designed in-house for bakery, retail, and HoReCa end-uses.

The business model is custom-configured hardware sales with a recurring aftermarket layer. All equipment is sold by quote with no public price list, reflecting project-based commercial and medical transactions rather than standardized e-commerce. Go-to-market is hybrid: a direct domestic Polish sales team and a dedicated export department handle regional accounts, while cryogenic equipment is sold internationally through a formal distributor recruitment, training, and certification program covering 12 countries (Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Slovakia, Italy, UK, Lithuania, Poland, Switzerland, USA). Post-sale revenue comes from spare parts supply and warranty service, with named service contacts, supporting an installed-base annuity alongside the hardware book. Customer segments are diversified across bakeries, ice cream and confectionery retail, petrol station gastronomy, medical and wellness clinics, and hospitality.

The 2025-2026 operating tempo signals an active commercial push. CRYOBOX NT launched in February 2025 to broaden the cryogenic line beyond medical channels, and 2026 has already brought at least ten refrigeration launches (Kobe, Lumina Bis, Velvet Ice, Toronto, Ontario, Malmo, Cheese Island, and three Modena 1100 variants). EuroShop 2026 participation and paid digital advertising indicate a brand-led demand generation effort layered on top of the historical relationship-driven model. Revenue is not disclosed, and the only financial signal in the input is a referenced EU funding tranche, suggesting a privately held mid-sized European industrial company investing in product breadth and geographic reach within a specialized industrial niche.

Name

JUKA

Legal name

JUKA Sp. z o.o. Sp. K.

Website

https://juka.com.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

JUKA is a Niepołomice, Poland-based manufacturer of commercial refrigeration, gastronomy furniture, and Class IIb-certified cryogenic medical devices, serving bakeries, retailers, food-service operators, and medical/wellness facilities across 12 countries via direct sales and an international distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Niepolomice

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Refrigeration equipment sales: JUKA manufactures and sells a broad range of commercial refrigeration equipment including pastry counters, ice-cream displays, refrigerated counters, refrigerated cabinets, and stainless steel gastronomy furniture. Sales are made directly to end customers and through dealer/distributor networks. Equipment is available with internal or external condensing units and multiple customization options.
2. Cryogenic equipment sales: JUKA designs and manufactures cryosaunas, cryochambers, and Cryobox devices for whole-body cryotherapy. Products are sold to medical facilities, wellness/SPA centers, and beauty establishments. JUKA operates a global distributor network to reach international markets.
3. Spare parts and service: JUKA provides spare parts for all equipment manufactured, with a formalized ordering procedure. A dedicated service department handles repairs, maintenance, and warranty support. Minimum warranty period is 12 months on all devices.
4. Ozonation/hygienization equipment sales: JUKA sells ozone-based hygiene devices (OZI, OzoBox) for room disinfection, clothing sterilizing, and air purification, serving both commercial and institutional customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

JUKA manufactures and sells commercial refrigeration equipment (pastry counters, ice cream displays, refrigerated counters and cabinets), stainless steel gastronomy equipment for petrol stations and food service venues, ozonation disinfection devices, and cryogenic medical and wellness devices (cryosaunas, cryochambers, CRYOBOX). The company also provides spare parts and after-sales service. Products are custom-configured and sold direct or via an international distributor network across 12 countries.

Product overview

JUKA is a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration, gastronomy equipment, and cryogenic medical devices. The product portfolio includes pastry display counters and ice cream display cases for food retail, refrigerated cabinets and counters for commercial stores, stainless steel gastronomy equipment for petrol stations and food service operations, ozonation devices for hygienization, and cryotherapy products including multi-person cryochambers and single-person cryosaunas certified as Class IIb medical devices. The company also offers non-medical cryogenic devices like the CRYOBOX NT. The product range spans multiple specialized categories from food refrigeration equipment to medical cryotherapy solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pastry Counters (Lady cukiernicze) Refrigerated display counters designed for bakeries and confectioneries to showcase pastries and baked goods while maintaining optimal freshness and temperature. Available in refrigerated, heated, and neutral versions.
• Ice Cream Displays/Conservators (Konserwatory do lodów) Refrigerated storage and display units specifically designed for preserving and showcasing ice cream at proper serving temperatures, including mobile ice cream cart (Riksha) and freezer cabinet variants.
• Refrigerated Counters (Lady chłodnicze) Commercial refrigerated counters for retail food environments, maintaining food safety standards while providing product visibility. Includes the Modena Modern product line and Hawana 1150 model.
• Refrigerated Cabinets (Regały chłodnicze) Upright refrigerated display cabinets for retail stores to store and display chilled products. Includes compact models (Mini Varna, Piccoli) and specialized variants.
• Petrol Station & Gastronomy Equipment (Stacje paliw i gastronomia) Stainless steel catering equipment for petrol station forecourts, sushi bars, restaurants, and shopping mall food units. Includes refrigerated prep tables, saladette counters, hot-dog modules, refrigerated waste chambers, and bottle coolers.
• Ozonation Devices (Urządzenia ozonujące - OZI and OzoBox) Ozone-based hygiene devices for hygienization/disinfection of clothing, footwear and other items, disinfestation, sterilization, deodorization, and deoxication in commercial and institutional settings.
• Cryochamber (Kriokomora) Multi-person medical cryotherapy chamber certified as a Class IIb medical device (TUV Rheinland, CE0197) for whole-body cryotherapy treatments. Features the only open-roof design globally for even temperature distribution.
• Cryosauna (Kriosauna) Single-person medical cryotherapy sauna certified as a Class IIb medical device (TUV Rheinland, CE0197) for individual whole-body cryotherapy sessions in medical and wellness facilities.
• CRYOBOX (Electric) Non-medical electric cryogenic device for localized and whole-body cryotherapy applications, enabling treatments without cryogenic agent handling. Targeted at beauty salons, gyms, and non-medical wellness facilities.
• CRYOBOX NT (Liquid Nitrogen) Single-person liquid nitrogen-powered cryogenic device with large touchscreen panel, intuitive customizable menu, LED lighting with personalization options, and fast temperature achievement. Targeted at non-medical wellness and beauty facilities.
• Spare Parts and After-Sales Service Spare parts, repair, maintenance, and warranty services for all JUKA-manufactured refrigeration, gastronomy, ozonation, and cryogenic equipment, with a minimum 12-month warranty period on all devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• JUKA has been continuously operating since 1998 without interruption
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Cryogenic Equipment Distributors (International Network)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJUKA has established a global distributor network for cryogenic equipment. The company recruits distributors internationally through a formal application process including company profile submission, a meeting with a JUKA representative, contract signing, product training, and ongoing support. Distributors benefit from comprehensive product training, technical support, flexible cooperation terms, and access to the latest innovative cryogenic technologies. Active distributors confirmed in 12 countries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Impact Cryotherapy: Impact Cryotherapy is a US-based manufacturer of whole-body cryotherapy chambers and cryosaunas, directly competing with JUKA's cryogenic equipment in the American market. Both target medical, wellness, sports recovery, and beauty facility buyers.
• Frilixa: Frilixa is a UK-based manufacturer of commercial refrigerated displays, serve-over counters, and multideck cabinets. It competes directly with JUKA in refrigerated display solutions for retail and convenience channels in European markets.
• Roller Grill International: Roller Grill is a French manufacturer of stainless steel gastronomy equipment and professional kitchen appliances. It competes with JUKA in stainless steel catering and food preparation equipment for petrol stations, restaurants, and food service operators in European markets.
• MECOTEC: MECOTEC is a German manufacturer of whole-body cryotherapy chambers and cryosaunas. It directly competes with JUKA's Class IIb certified cryogenic devices for medical, sports, and wellness applications, and is among the limited set of medical-certified cryotherapy equipment makers globally.
• Tefcold: Tefcold is a Danish commercial refrigeration equipment supplier offering refrigerated counters, display cabinets, and ice cream conservators — directly overlapping with JUKA's core refrigeration product portfolio for retail and food service across European markets.

Broad incumbents

• Hoshizaki Europe: Hoshizaki is one of the largest global commercial refrigeration and ice equipment manufacturers. It competes with JUKA in refrigerated displays and ice cream conservation equipment for retail and food service, though at significantly larger scale and with a broader portfolio.
• True Manufacturing: True Manufacturing is a major US-based commercial refrigeration manufacturer producing refrigerated cabinets, counters, and display cases. It overlaps with JUKA's commercial refrigeration business for retail and food service customers, with a much larger North American distribution footprint.
• Carrier Commercial Refrigeration (formerly Carrier XStore): Carrier Commercial Refrigeration produces refrigerated display cabinets and integrated refrigeration systems for supermarkets and food retail. It is a broader incumbent in JUKA's commercial refrigeration space with significantly larger scale and global reach.

Emerging players

• Cryo Innovations: Cryo Innovations designs and manufactures cryotherapy chambers and cryosaunas with a focus on electric (non-liquid nitrogen) systems. It overlaps with JUKA's CRYOBOX electric device and broader cryochamber offering, primarily serving North American wellness and sports recovery customers.

Regional players

• Bartscher: Bartscher is a German-based professional kitchen and food service equipment supplier, including stainless steel gastronomy furniture and refrigerated equipment. It competes with JUKA's gastronomy and stainless steel equipment portfolio, primarily serving DACH and broader European markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/jukarefrigerationequnits

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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