Verlinde
Verlinde is a French manufacturer of electric and manual lifting equipment — hoists, wire rope and synthetic rope winches, jib and gantry cranes, and remote monitoring electronics — serving industrial, aerospace, energy, transport, heritage, and entertainment customers across more than 15 countries via a global distributor network, as a member of the Konecranes Group.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1858
- HeadquartersVernouillet, France
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Verlinde does
Verlinde is a French manufacturer of electric and manual lifting and handling equipment, headquartered in Vernouillet, France, and operating as a member of the Konecranes Group. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio spanning electric chain hoists (EUROCHAIN VX/VR series), electric wire rope hoists (EUROBLOC VT and the synthetic Dyneema-rope EUROBLOC VF, protected by 13 and 15 patents respectively), heavy-duty open winches (PDW), manual hoists (VHR, ZHV, PLV), trolleys and load balancers (CHVX, EQUIBLOC, PAL), jib and gantry cranes (EUROSTYLE, PORTIQUES), and electronic control and monitoring products (ExpertCare 4.0 smartphone app, EUROMOTE/MICROMOTE radio remotes, VARIATOR speed controls, ESP anti-sway). Load capacities range from 63 kg manual chain hoists to 250,000 kg heavy-duty wire rope hoists. The product line is complemented by the STAGEMAKER sub-brand serving the entertainment industry and the EUROPONT network of overhead crane manufacturers for France, Belgium, and Holland.
The company serves industrial customers across manufacturing (Parker Hannifin, Manitou Group, STEPHAN SA), aerospace and defence (French Air Base), public transportation (RATP), energy (biomass power stations), heritage restoration, and entertainment/theatre (Keistuoliai Theatre, Melbourne Convention Centre). Verlinde goes to market primarily through a global network of approved distributors and channel partners spanning more than 15 countries (France, Belgium, Holland, South Africa, Australia, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Qatar, Lithuania, Switzerland, the UK), supported by specialized after-sales partners (SAVVERLINDE), a central spare parts warehouse, and a training center that delivers courses on evolving lifting technologies including automation and remote-control systems.
Revenue is generated through hardware sales of lifting equipment, recurring spare-parts revenue for both current and legacy VERLINDE and UNELEC products, professional training services, and after-sales installation, maintenance, and refurbishment work. Pricing is quote-based with multi-year project payment terms (1/3 deposit, 1/3 on delivery, balance within 30 days). The company holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, ATEX-rated products for explosive atmospheres, and FEM utilization class ratings up to M7, positioning it for safety-critical industrial bids. The company is privately held (VERLINDE SA) and does not publicly disclose revenue.
Verlinde firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Verlinde
- Legal name
- VERLINDE SA
- Website
- https://verlinde.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1858
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Verlinde is a French manufacturer of electric and manual lifting equipment — hoists, wire rope and synthetic rope winches, jib and gantry cranes, and remote monitoring electronics — serving industrial, aerospace, energy, transport, heritage, and entertainment customers across more than 15 countries via a global distributor network, as a member of the Konecranes Group.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Verlinde industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Lifting Equipment
- NAICS
- Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic) (IMAHAJAG), Crane & Hoist Components (Wire Rope, Chain, Drums, Sheaves, Motors, Controls) (IMAHAJAK), Crane & Hoist Safety & Monitoring Systems (Limiters, Anti-collision, Load Monitoring) (IMAHAJAL)
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Where Verlinde is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vernouillet
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Verlinde business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Lifting equipment sales: Sale of electric and manual winches, hoists, cranes, trolleys, and accessories. Products include chain hoists (63-10,000 kg), wire rope hoists (800-250,000 kg), and open winches (6,300-70,000 kg).
- After-sales service: Technical advice, spare parts availability, original VERLINDE and UNELEC parts for current and legacy lifting units.
- Training services: Theoretical and practical training courses on products as well as recycling periods on lifting technology evolution (automation, embedded electronics, remote control systems, variable speed drives).
- Spare parts: Central spare parts warehouse with rapid availability of parts for all Verlinde products.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Standard industrial equipment pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels5 records
Verlinde product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Verlinde manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of electric and manual lifting and handling equipment, including electric chain hoists (EUROCHAIN series), wire rope hoists (EUROBLOC VT and VF series), process-duty open winches, manual chain hoists and lever blocks, travel trolleys, load balancers, jib cranes, gantry cranes, and overhead travelling cranes. The product portfolio spans capacities from 63 kg to 250,000 kg and is complemented by electronic control and monitoring systems (ExpertCare 4.0, EUROMOTE radio controls, VARIATOR speed controls, ESP anti-sway).
Product overview
Verlinde is a French manufacturer and exporter of lifting and handling equipment, member of the Konecranes Group. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of electric and manual hoists, winches, trolleys, load balancers, jib cranes, and travelling cranes, along with electronic control and monitoring systems. The product range includes: electric chain hoists (EUROCHAIN VX, VX-S, VX VARIO, VR series; STAGEMAKER for entertainment), electric wire rope hoists (EUROBLOC VT, VT9-12 series; EUROBLOC VF with synthetic Dyneema rope), heavy-duty open winches (PDW, TIRLIFT 2, TVI, TEC, MR), manual hoists and winches (VHR, VHR EX, ZHV, PLV, MV-ME, MT), trolleys and accessories (CHD, CHZ, CHVX, EQUIBLOC, PAL lifting beams), overhead handling systems (EUROSYSTEM STD/ALD), jib cranes (EUROSTYLE series including TEMPLIERS and VEFP H2O), gantry cranes (PORTIQUES VGI, VGIM, VGPS, VGPA), manual cranes, and electronic products (EXPERTCARE 4.0 monitoring app, EUROMOTE/MICROMOTE remote controls, VARIATOR speed controls, ESP anti-sway system). The EUROPONT network and STAGEMAKER brand (entertainment industry) serve as specialized sub-brands.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Stagemaker: Department dedicated to the sale of hoisting systems for the entertainment industry
- EUROPONT
- Eurochain
- Eurobloc
- ExpertCare
- EUROMOTE
Products and services
- EUROCHAIN VX Electric Chain Hoist Two-speed electric chain hoist for loads from 63 to 2,500 kg, representing Verlinde's next-generation chain hoist technology.
- EUROCHAIN VX-S Electric Chain Hoist Single-speed electric chain hoist variant of the EUROCHAIN VX series for loads from 63 to 2,500 kg.
- EUROCHAIN VX VARIO Electric Chain Hoist Electric chain hoist with variable speed lifting control for loads from 125 to 2,500 kg.
- EUROCHAIN VR Electric Chain Hoist Electric chain hoist for loads from 800 to 10,000 kg, featuring a new-generation design with multiple innovations and ergonomic construction.
- STAGEMAKER SL/SR Electric Chain Hoist Electric chain hoist designed for the entertainment and show-business industry for loads from 125 to 5,000 kg, drawing on more than 45 years of expertise in the entertainment market.
- EUROBLOC VT Electric Wire Rope Hoist Electric wire rope hoist for loads from 800 to 80,000 kg, featuring 13 approved patents and advanced design.
- EUROBLOC VT9-10-11-12 Heavy-Duty Wire Rope Hoist Heavy-duty electric wire rope hoist for loads from 10,000 to 250,000 kg.
- EUROBLOC VF Synthetic Rope Electric Hoist Electric hoist using ultra-resistant Dyneema synthetic rope instead of traditional steel cable, for loads up to 20,000 kg, available in three models (VF3, VF5, VF10).
- PDW Process Duty Open Winch Process-duty open winch for heavy industrial applications with loads from 6,300 to 70,000 kg, designed for use groups up to FEM M6 / FEM M7.
- TIRLIFT 2 Electric Winch Electric winch in single- and three-phase versions for loads from 125 to 1,500 kg.
- TVI Three-Phase Electric Winch Industrial three-phase electric winch for industrial lifting applications.
- TEC Three-Phase Electric Winch Three-phase electric winch for loads from 600 to 7,500 kg.
- MR Single-Phase Electric Winch Single-phase electric winch for loads from 150 to 500 kg.
- BH Electric Belt Hoist Electric belt hoist for loads up to 6,300 kg.
- VHR Hand Chain Hoist Hand chain hoist for loads from 250 to 5,000 kg.
- VHR EX Sparkproof Hand Chain Hoist (ATEX) ATEX-rated sparkproof hand chain block for explosive atmospheres, for loads from 500 to 20,000 kg.
- ZHV / ZHV EX Manual Chain Hoist Manual chain hoist for loads from 500 to 50,000 kg, with an EX variant for hazardous areas.
- ZHV HPR / ZHV HPR EX Low Headroom Manual Chain Hoist Hand chain block with low headroom trolley construction for loads from 500 to 50,000 kg, available with EX variant.
- PLV Hand Lever Block Hand lever block for loads from 250 to 3,000 kg.
- MV-ME Endless Screw and Geared Winch Endless screw winch and geared winch for loads from 150 to 3,000 kg.
- MT Manual Winch Manual winch for loads of 150 and 300 kg.
- PAL ALU Aluminium Lifting Beams Aluminium lifting beams for loads from 125 to 2,000 kg.
- PAL STEEL Steel Lifting Beams Steel lifting beams for loads from 1,000 to 10,000 kg.
- EQUIBLOC Load Balancer Range of load balancers for loads from 0.7 to 55 kg.
- EQUIBLOC AIR Pneumatic Load Balancer Pneumatic load balancers for loads from 70 to 350 kg.
- PEV Electronic Force Gauges Electronic force gauges with digital readout for loads from 200 to 32,000 kg.
- CHD / CHDD Manual Travel Trolleys Manual travel trolleys operated by pushing or by wheel and chain for loads from 250 to 20,000 kg, with EX variants available.
- CHZ / CHZ EX Manual Travel Trolleys Manual travel trolleys for loads from 1,000 to 100,000 kg, with EX variants available.
- CHZ INOX Stainless Steel Travel Trolley Stainless steel manual travel trolley for loads from 500 to 1,000 kg, designed for corrosive or hygienic environments.
- CHVX Electric Variable Speed Travel Trolley Electric variable speed travel trolley for loads from 63 to 3,200 kg.
- EUROSYSTEM STD Overhead Handling System (Steel) Overhead handling system in steel profile for loads up to 2,000 kg.
- EUROSYSTEM ALD Overhead Handling System (Aluminium) Overhead handling system in aluminium hollow profile for loads up to 2,000 kg.
- EUROSTYLE Jib Cranes Range of manual and motorized jib cranes available in wall-mounted or column-mounted versions with partial or full rotation.
- EUROSTYLE TEMPLIERS Articulated Jib Cranes Manual jib cranes with articulated arms, wall- or column-mounted.
- EUROSTYLE VEFP H2O Aluminium Jib Cranes H2O range of aluminium jib cranes designed for water treatment applications.
- GANTRIES VGI I-Beam Gantry Cranes Range of I-beam gantry cranes for loads from 50 to 5,000 kg.
- GANTRIES VGIM Motorized Gantry Crane Motorized gantry crane for loads from 1,000 to 6,300 kg.
- GANTRIES VGPS Steel Hollow Profile Gantry Cranes Steel hollow-profile gantry cranes for loads from 500 to 2,000 kg.
- GANTRIES VGPA Aluminium Hollow Profile Gantry Cranes Aluminium hollow-profile gantry cranes for loads from 250 to 2,000 kg.
- MANUAL CRANES Hand-Operated Travelling Cranes Range of hand-operated top-running travelling cranes for loads from 250 to 10,000 kg.
- ExpertCare 4.0 Remote Monitoring Smartphone App Smartphone application for remote monitoring of EUROBLOC VT hoists. Operators can read faults, alarms, remaining service life, load, temperature, and operating time from the ground without requiring elevated access equipment.
- EUROMOTE H Radio Remote Control System Radio remote control system designed for EUROBLOC and EUROCHAIN hoisting units and crane components.
- MICROMOTE Radio Remote Control System Compact radio remote control system for hoists and travelling cranes.
- VARIATOR Travel and Lift Speed Control System Travel and lift speed control system for hoists and travelling cranes.
- VARIATOR ASR Adapted Speed Range System Adapted Speed Range system for lift speed variation on hoists and travelling cranes.
- VARIATOR ESR Extended Speed Range System Extended Speed Range system for lift speed variation on hoists and travelling cranes.
- ESP Anti-Sway Load Correction System Automatic load swinging (pendulum) correction system for enhanced safety during load handling.
Quantifiable outcome
- Synthetic rope lifespan exceeds steel, reducing replacement frequency and production downtime
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Verlinde
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Verlinde technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature10 records
Verlinde partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Betula CranesminorNewly appointed approved distributor in South Africa. Expert technicians provide lifting solutions.
- Konecranes GroupcoreVERLINDE SAS is a member of the Konecranes Group, a leading global provider of lifting equipment and services.
- SAVVERLINDEcoreApproved specialists for equipment installation, maintenance contracts, and equipment refurbishment. Website: www.savverlinde.com
- EUROPONT NetworkcoreNetwork of Verlinde overhead crane manufacturers for France, Belgium, and Holland. Website: www.europont.com
- Stagemaker DivisioncoreDepartment dedicated to sale of hoisting systems for the entertainment industry. Website: www.stagemaker.com
- PT Tri Tunggal FondasiminorEstablished in 2013 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Initially specialized in crane construction, diversified into mechanical and electrical projects, oil and gas.
- Scenos Techninis Servisas (STS)minorLargest technical services provider for entertainment, culture, and recreation in Lithuania. Partner for 30+ years for lifting equipment installations.
- EUROCRANE AsiaminorLeading overhead crane and lifting equipment manufacturer in Thailand, specializing in design, manufacturing, assembly, installation, and after-sales service.
- MANULECcorePartner for crane installation, specializing in study, design, realization, installation, maintenance, training, and load testing of lifting systems.
- Hoist UKminorFounded in 2006 by Tony Dickson and Paul Jordan. Started as approved Verlinde lifting equipment distributor for UK market.
- SERE MaintenanceminorFounded in 1962 in Vertou, Loire-Atlantique. Specializes in design and sale of lifting equipment, handling systems, and overhead cranes in Brittany. Member of EUROPONT and SAV network.
- HERIPRETminor44-year specialist in overhead crane manufacturing and maintenance for loads 125 kg to 120 tonnes. 90 employees, 3,000+ units in service. Member of SAV and EUROPONT networks.
- ATS CRANESminorOfficial Verlinde distributor in Qatar. Supplied two motorized jib cranes of 1.25 tonnes for ISF project water pumping station.
- Bretagne ManutentionminorVerlinde partner in France. 30-year provider for cheese ripening application with belt hoist solutions.
- Plazar ManutentionminorIndustrial lifting specialist and Verlinde partner in Centre region. Delivered 9 overhead cranes for Jouanel machine tool production.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Verlinde competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- J.D. Neuhaus: German manufacturer of pneumatic and electric hoists up to 115 tonnes serving heavy industry. Comparable to Verlinde's heavy-duty EUROBLOC and PDW lines, especially in hazardous (ATEX) environments.
- Stahl CraneSystems: German specialist in crane and hoist technology including explosion-proof (ATEX) hoists comparable to Verlinde's VHR EX and ZHV EX lines. Similar focus on industrial applications and engineering-driven product range.
- Harrington Hoists: North American specialist in electric chain hoists, wire rope hoists, and manual hoists comparable to EUROCHAIN VX, EUROBLOC VT and VHR product families, targeting similar industrial MRO and OEM customers.
- ABUS Crane Systems: German manufacturer of overhead travelling cranes, jib cranes, and hoists for industrial applications. Direct competitor in the same European mid-market segment as Verlinde.
- Columbus McKinnon: US-based manufacturer of hoists, rigging, and crane systems including Yale, Coffing, and Lodestar brands. Direct competitor in electric chain hoists (entertainment and industrial) and manual hoists comparable to EUROCHAIN and VHR/ZHV lines.
- GIS (Gantrail Industrial Solutions) / GH Cranes: European overhead crane manufacturer with comparable product breadth (jib cranes, gantry cranes, electric hoists). Direct peer in supplying end-customers including automotive, manufacturing and aerospace MRO facilities.
- Demag (Terex Material Handling): Operates the Demag brand for industrial cranes and hoists within Terex. Closely comparable to Verlinde in wire rope hoists, chain hoists, and crane components, serving European industrial customers.
Broad incumbents
- Konecranes: Parent company and global leader in lifting equipment and services. Direct product overlap in overhead cranes, hoists, and service contracts makes it both parent and most material peer in industrial lifting.
- Terex Corporation: Diversified manufacturer of materials handling equipment including Demag-branded cranes and hoists. Competes with Verlinde across industrial lifting segments while serving broader construction and infrastructure markets.
- Liebherr: Global heavy equipment manufacturer with significant overhead crane and hoist offerings. Overlaps Verlinde in heavy-duty industrial lifting while operating across many other capital goods categories.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Verlinde social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
Verlinde financial estimates
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Verlinde leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Verlinde funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Verlinde M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Verlinde
What does Verlinde do?
Verlinde manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of electric and manual lifting and handling equipment, including electric chain hoists (EUROCHAIN series), wire rope hoists (EUROBLOC VT and VF series), process-duty open winches, manual chain hoists and lever blocks, travel trolleys, load balancers, jib cranes, gantry cranes, and overhead travelling cranes. The product portfolio spans capacities from 63 kg to 250,000 kg and is complemented by electronic control and monitoring systems (ExpertCare 4.0, EUROMOTE radio controls, VARIATOR speed controls, ESP anti-sway).
Is Verlinde a public or private company?
Verlinde is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Verlinde founded?
Verlinde was founded in 1858. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Verlinde based?
Verlinde is headquartered in Vernouillet, France, in the Europe region.
How does Verlinde make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Lifting equipment sales are the primary driver. The others are after-sales service, training services and spare parts.
Who are Verlinde's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are J.D. Neuhaus, Stahl CraneSystems, Harrington Hoists, ABUS Crane Systems, Columbus McKinnon, GIS (Gantrail Industrial Solutions) / GH Cranes and Demag (Terex Material Handling). Broad incumbents are Konecranes, Terex Corporation and Liebherr.
Does Verlinde have an API?
No public API is recorded for Verlinde.
What industry is Verlinde in?
Verlinde's product category is Industrial Lifting Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHABAE, Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial), with a secondary code of IMAHAJAG, Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic). Its NAICS code is 333923 and its SIC code is 3530.