What Dimetix does

Dimetix AG is a Swiss developer and manufacturer of industrial laser distance measurement sensors, headquartered in Herisau in the Canton of Appenzell-Ausserrhoden. Founded in 2003, the company has specialized for more than 20 years in long-range precision distance measurement using time-of-flight technology with a visible red laser (650nm). Its current flagship D-Series platform comprises 8 sensor models (DPE, DEN, DEH, DAN, DAE, DBN variants) differentiated by accuracy (±1mm, ±3mm, ±5mm), measurement range (50m to 500m with reflective foil targets), maximum measurement rate (10Hz to 250Hz with 1kHz internal update rate), and operating temperature range (-40°C to +60°C). All products are developed and manufactured in-house in Switzerland, with each sensor individually calibrated and full production traceability maintained — including devices sold more than 15 years ago.

The business sells primarily through a network of authorized regional distributors across Europe (Rotero Holland in the Netherlands, Axom in France, Willtec Messtechnik in Germany), Asia (Daybreak International in Taiwan), and North America, supplemented by direct e-commerce sales through shop.dimetix.com. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales (sensors at CHF 1,076 to CHF 2,681 and accessories from CHF 72 to CHF 432), paid calibration and recalibration services, and replacement interface modules; configuration and monitoring software (Laser Sensor Utility, PolyDist) is provided free of charge. Customers are industrial B2B buyers across manufacturing (metal/wood processing, saw alignment, glass panel positioning), railway and infrastructure monitoring (bridge deformation, tunnel surveillance, rock movement), process industries (steel mill molten metal level, mining/cement silos, hydroelectric flood gates), logistics (truck positioning, cargo handling), and civil engineering (heritage structure monitoring). Standard interfaces include RS-232, RS-422/RS-485, SSI, and analog output, with optional industrial Ethernet modules (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT) available as replaceable rear covers.

Dimetix operates with a small, specialized team organized into Production & Procurement, Sales, R&D, and Marketing functions, including dedicated China and Japan marketing managers. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding, parent company, or M&A activity. Multilingual websites in English, German, Chinese, and Japanese support an event-driven go-to-market strategy with active participation in industrial automation trade shows across Europe, Asia, and North America.

Name

Dimetix

Legal name

Dimetix AG

Website

https://dimetix.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dimetix AG is a Swiss manufacturer of industrial laser distance measurement sensors offering long-range (up to 500m) D-Series products with ±1mm accuracy for industrial automation, railway/infrastructure monitoring, and process industries, sold via a global distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Laser Distance Sensors

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial-Grade Sensors & Transducer Components (Discrete sensing elements, transducers, MEMS sensors) (IMAGAJAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metrology & Dimensional Measurement (CMMs, laser trackers, gauges, surface/roughness) (IMAGAFAD), Sensor Fusion, Interface ICs & Modules (AFE/Readout/Packaging/Calibration) (HDAHALAO)

Keywords

• Laser distance sensors
• Industrial distance measurement
• Non-contact measurement
• Laser position sensors
• Industrial automation sensors

Headquarters

HQ city

Herisau

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Laser Distance Sensors: Sale of D-Series laser distance measurement sensors. One-time hardware purchase with various accuracy/performance tiers. Products include DPE, DEN, DEH, DAN, DAE, and DBN series with different measurement ranges (50m-500m) and accuracy levels (±1mm, ±3mm, ±5mm).
2. Accessories: Accessories including reflective plates, reflective foil, mounting brackets, cooling jackets, communication cables, calibration certificates, digital displays, and spare parts.
3. Software: Configuration software (Laser Sensor Utility), monitoring software (PolyDist for up to 4 sensors), and USB drivers provided free of charge.
4. Service and Repair: RMA-based repair and recalibration services with 1-year warranty. Calibration certificates available for new and recalibrated sensors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Dimetix AG develops and manufactures long-range laser distance measurement sensors for industrial applications. Its flagship D-Series delivers non-contact distance measurement up to 500 meters (with reflective foil) and ±1 millimeter accuracy at 2σ, supported by RS-232/RS-422/RS-485/SSI serial interfaces and optional PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and EtherCAT industrial Ethernet modules. The company also sells supporting accessories (reflective targets, mounting brackets, cooling jackets, displays, interface modules) and provides factory calibration and recalibration services.

Product overview

Dimetix offers a focused portfolio of industrial laser distance measurement products centered on the D-Series sensor line. The core offering consists of 8 laser distance sensor models (DPE, DEN, DEH, DAN, DAE, DBN variants) differentiated by accuracy (±1mm, ±3mm, ±5mm), measurement range (up to 500m with reflective target), maximum measuring rate (10Hz to 250Hz), and temperature tolerance (-40°C to +60°C). All sensors share common interfaces including RS-232, RS-422/RS-485, SSI, and analog output (0/4-20mA), with optional industrial Ethernet modules (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT) available as replaceable rear covers. The product ecosystem includes measurement accessories (reflective targets, mounting brackets, air cooling jackets, cables, displays), Windows-based configuration/monitoring software (Laser Sensor Utility, PolyDist), and calibration services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• D-Series Laser Distance Sensors The flagship laser distance sensor line from Dimetix for industrial automation and measurement applications. Available in 8 model variants: DPE-10-500, DPE-30-500, DEN-10-500, DEH-30-500, DAN-10-150, DAN-30-150, DAE-10-050, and DBN-50-050. Delivers measurement ranges up to 500 meters (with reflective foil) and accuracy of ±1 millimeter at 2σ, with maximum measurement rates from 10Hz to 250Hz. Operating temperature range from -40°C to +60°C. Supports RS-232, RS-422/RS-485, and SSI serial interfaces plus optional industrial Ethernet modules (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT). IP65 rated. Pricing in CHF: DPE-10-500 CHF 2,681; DPE-30-500 CHF 2,437; DEN-10-500 CHF 2,337; DEH-30-500 CHF 2,014; DAN-10-150 CHF 2,087; DAN-30-150 CHF 1,769 (bestseller); DAE-10-050 CHF 2,298; DBN-50-050 CHF 1,076.
• Orange Reflective Target Plate (500113) 210 x 297mm aluminum-backed reflective plate with orange reflective film for D-Series sensors. Increases maximum measurement range to 500m depending on the sensor model. CHF 72.
• Orange Reflective Foil (500114) 600 x 1200mm reflective foil for covering larger areas. Significantly improves measurement range and frequency for long-distance applications with D-Series sensors. CHF 247.
• Air Cooling Jacket for Standard Interface (500310/500303) Protective housing with air cooling for D-Series sensors with standard interface. Enables operation in temperatures exceeding standard specifications. Compatible with standard interface sensors only.
• Air Cooling Jacket for Industrial Ethernet (500311/500306) Protective housing with air cooling for D-Series sensors equipped with PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, or EtherCAT industrial Ethernet interfaces. Provides dust protection and temperature management.
• D-Series Mounting Bracket (500308) Alignment unit allowing ±4° adjustment in two axes, suitable for measurement distances up to 300m. Steel construction with galvanized finish, made in Switzerland.
• Numeric Digital Display (500215) 6-digit LED display with 14mm character height, red display, RS-232/485 interface. Supports communication distances of 1-5m for local distance readout. CHF 432.
• PROFINET Interface Module (500700) Replaceable rear cover with PROFINET interface for D-Series sensors, enabling direct connection to PROFINET-based PLC and industrial automation systems. Made in Switzerland.
• EtherNet/IP Interface Module (500701) Replaceable rear cover with EtherNet/IP interface for D-Series sensors, enabling connection to EtherNet/IP compatible PLCs and automation systems.
• EtherCAT Interface Module (500702) Replaceable rear cover with EtherCAT interface for D-Series sensors, providing EtherCAT fieldbus connectivity for real-time industrial communication.
• Laser Sensor Utility Software Free Windows-based configuration software for Dimetix laser distance sensors. Enables sensor configuration, firmware updates, configuration file loading/saving, and parameter adjustments via RS-232 or USB connection.
• PolyDist Monitoring Software Free Windows-based monitoring and logging software supporting up to four Dimetix laser distance sensors. Multi-sensor monitoring and data logging, available by email request.
• D-Series USB Driver USB driver for D-Series laser distance sensors enabling virtual COM port connection on Windows PCs, required for USB-based sensor communication.
• Factory Calibration Certificate (500001) Factory calibration certificate for new D-Series sensors, ordered together with the sensor. Provides traceable calibration documentation. CHF 145.
• Recalibration Certificate (500002) Recalibration service for D-Series sensors that have been in service, providing updated calibration documentation. Covered by 1-year warranty RMA process.

Quantifiable outcome

• Measurement distance up to 500 meters with ±1mm accuracy
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered regional partner and project partner.

• Rotero Holland B.V.regional partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for the Netherlands and Benelux region. Represents Dimetix at trade shows including World of Industry, Technology & Science (WoTS) in Utrecht. Located at Pompmollenlaan 21, 3447GK Woerden, Netherlands.
• Daybreak International Corpregional partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Taiwan market. Represents Dimetix at Automation Taipei exhibitions. Contact: [email protected], 02-88661234.
• Willtec Messtechnik GmbH & Co. KGregional partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Germany. Exhibiting at SPS Smart Production Solutions trade fair in Nuremberg. Located at Eschenweg 4, 79232 March-Hugstetten, Germany.
• Axomregional partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for France. Represents Dimetix at multiple French trade events including SEPEM Toulouse, SEPEM Grenoble, and SIFER. Located at 53 avenue Carnot, 94100 Saint Maur des Fossés, France.
• Applied Geomechanicsproject partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Dimetix to develop a monitoring system for the Huey P. Long Bridge in New Orleans, using 10 DLS-C laser distance sensors for monitoring steel truss lifting operations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Pepperl+Fuchs: Pepperl+Fuchs is a major industrial sensor manufacturer offering laser distance sensors alongside photoelectric, ultrasonic, and proximity sensors. Its broad portfolio and global distribution overlap substantially with Dimetix's customer base in factory automation and process industries.
• ifm electronic: ifm electronic manufactures a wide range of industrial sensors — including laser distance sensors — with strong presence in factory automation and process control. It targets the same integrator and OEM customers as Dimetix but as part of a much broader sensor and IO-Link portfolio.
• Baumer Group: Baumer manufactures industrial sensors including laser distance measurement devices for factory automation and process industries. It overlaps with Dimetix's D-Series offerings and competes for the same integrator and OEM customers across Europe.
• Keyence Corporation: Keyence is one of the largest global industrial sensor manufacturers with extensive laser distance/measurement offerings. It overlaps with Dimetix in long-range precision displacement measurement but serves customers through a much wider product portfolio and direct global salesforce.
• Leuze electronic: Leuze electronic develops optical sensors including laser distance measurement devices for industrial automation and intralogistics. It competes with Dimetix in long-range precision measurement while offering a wider sensor portfolio.

Direct peers

• Wenglor Sensoric: Wenglor offers laser distance sensors alongside 2D/3D vision and photoelectric sensors, targeting factory automation OEMs and integrators. It is a direct peer in industrial long-range distance measurement with overlapping customer segments.
• SICK AG: SICK is a leading global manufacturer of industrial sensors, including a broad portfolio of laser distance sensors for factory automation, logistics, and process industries. It directly overlaps Dimetix's core D-Series use cases and competes for the same automation integrator and OEM customers.
• Banner Engineering: Banner Engineering produces laser measurement and distance sensors used in industrial automation, with overlapping product positioning to Dimetix's D-Series. It is a relevant peer for long-range measurement in factory and logistics applications.
• Micro-Epsilon: Micro-Epsilon specializes in precision sensors and measurement systems, including laser distance sensors used in factory automation and structural monitoring. It competes directly with Dimetix in long-range, high-accuracy industrial distance measurement for OEMs and infrastructure projects.

Regional players

• Hokuyo Automatic: Hokuyo is a Japanese manufacturer of laser-based distance and obstacle-detection sensors for industrial and AGV/robotics applications. It is comparable to Dimetix in laser distance technology, though it primarily serves the Japanese and broader Asian markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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