ASSCON

What ASSCON does

ASSCON Systemtechnik-Elektronik GmbH is a privately held, family-owned German manufacturer of vapor phase (condensation) reflow soldering systems, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Königsbrunn near Augsburg. The company designs, builds, and supports its equipment at a single production site, working with regional suppliers, and has installed more than 2,000 systems worldwide, delivering over 100 units per year. Its product portfolio covers three system categories: inline systems (VP2200-100, VP2100-100) for fully automated SMT-line integration; batch/stand-alone systems (VP1000-1080/1580, VP1100/6100, VP810) for flexible island production; and compact top-loaders (VP510, VP310) for laboratory, prototyping, and small-series use, complemented by desoldering systems, desoldering carriers, and retrofittable vacuum modules.

The underlying technology uses condensation of a heat-transfer medium in an oxygen-free environment to heat assemblies, providing up to 20x better heat transfer than air and up to 75% energy savings versus convection reflow, while the medium's boiling point intrinsically caps process temperature to prevent overheating. Proprietary features include Multi Vacuum technology (void rates below 1%), Clean Vacuum Technology for low-maintenance operation, Dynamic Profiling for real-time per-product temperature control, Dynamic Profiling PLUS+ for automated program parameterization, and a Permanent Filtration System that extends maintenance intervals. ASSCON holds a granted patent on the vapor phase vacuum soldering process (filed 1999, granted 2000) and has maintained DIN EN ISO 9001 certification since 2002/2015.

Revenue is generated through hardware sales of systems, add-on modules, and aftermarket service, with pricing provided on a custom-quote basis by configuration. The go-to-market combines direct sales from headquarters in Germany with a global network of territory-specific distributors across more than 40 countries in Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. ASSCON sells primarily into automotive electronics, LED production, aerospace and aviation, power electronics, and renewable energy applications, and into EMS service providers and OEM electronics manufacturers, with named end users including Bosch, Daimler, Siemens, Continental, Airbus/Astrium, Flex, Jabil, Zollner, and Celestica.

Name

ASSCON

Legal name

ASSCON Systemtechnik-Elektronik GmbH

Website

https://asscon.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ASSCON is a German family-owned manufacturer of vapor phase reflow soldering systems used in automotive, aerospace, LED, power-electronics, and EMS production. Founded in 1995 and based in Königsbrunn, the company has installed over 2,000 systems globally and sells 100+ units per year.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Soldering Equipment

NAICS

Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing (333992)

SIC

Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567)

akta.pro primary industry

Thermal Processing Equipment (Furnaces/RTP/Anneal) (HDAHAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC)

Keywords

• Vapor phase soldering
• Reflow soldering systems
• Electronics manufacturing equipment
• PCB assembly systems
• Inline soldering machinery

Headquarters

HQ city

Königsbrunn

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vapor Phase Soldering Equipment Sales: ASSCON generates revenue through the sale of vapor phase soldering systems, including inline systems, batch systems, and top-loader systems. The company also sells supplementary products including desoldering systems and desoldering carriers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ASSCON Systemtechnik-Elektronik GmbH develops and manufactures vapor phase (condensation) reflow soldering systems for electronics manufacturing. The product portfolio includes inline systems for high-volume automated SMT lines, batch (stand-alone) systems for flexible island production, and top-loader systems for laboratory and prototyping. All systems perform oxygen-free soldering with energy savings up to 75% versus convection reflow, and offer proprietary Multi Vacuum technology achieving void rates below 1%.

Product overview

ASSCON Systemtechnik-Elektronik GmbH develops and manufactures vapor phase reflow soldering systems following the principle 'Soldering the simple way.' The product portfolio comprises three main system categories: Inline Systems (VP2200-100, VP2100-100) for fully automated high-volume production integrated into SMT lines; Batch Systems (VP1000-1080/1580, VP1100/6100, VP810) for flexible stand-alone island production using workpiece carriers; and Top-Loader Systems (VP510, VP310) for compact laboratory and prototyping applications. All systems utilize condensation soldering technology where vapor condenses on assemblies for oxygen-free heating. Supporting technologies include Dynamic Profiling for real-time temperature measurement, Multi Vacuum Technology for void-free solder joints (<1%), and Permanent Filtration Systems for reduced maintenance. Supplementary products include desoldering systems and carriers for component removal. The company has over 2,000 systems installed worldwide with more than 100 systems sold annually, serving industries including automotive, LED production, aerospace, aviation, power modules, and renewable energies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VP2200-100 / VP2200-100 Vacuum Inline Vapor Phase Soldering System High-performance inline vapor phase soldering system for large-scale electronics manufacturing with modular design supporting non-vacuum, vacuum, single-lane, and dual-lane configurations. Achieves cycle times under 25 seconds per PCBA. Designed for complex high-tech PCBAs with optional vacuum combination.
• VP2100 / VP2100 Vacuum Inline Vapor Phase Soldering System Compact inline vapor phase soldering system for serial production with space-saving length of 2.70m. Soldering format up to 750x620mm with optional retrofittable vacuum module for void rates below 1%. Designed for integration into SMT production lines.
• VP1000-1080 / VP1000-1580 Batch Vapor Phase Soldering System Stand-alone batch vapor phase soldering system for large-format production with workpiece carrier up to 1000x800mm (VP1000-1080) or 1500x800mm (VP1000-1580). Features redesigned controls and Dynamic Profiling as standard. Supports complex assemblies up to 15kg (optional 20kg). Designed for 24/7 series operation.
• VP1100 / VP6100 Vacuum Batch Vapor Phase Soldering System Stand-alone batch vapor phase soldering system with flexible workpiece carrier 610x610mm. VP6100 features patented Multi Vacuum technology for void rates below 1% and Clean Vacuum Technology for low maintenance. Designed for flexible small to medium batch production.
• VP810 / VP810 Vacuum Batch Vapor Phase Soldering System Compact stand-alone vapor phase soldering system for small series, prototyping, and laboratory use. Features optional Multi Vacuum module for void rates below 1% with retrofittable vacuum option.
• VP510 Top-Loader Vapor Phase Soldering System Top-loader vapor phase soldering system for prototypes and small series production with solder format up to 450x450mm. Compact design operates on standard 240V power without heavy current connection, suitable for flexible deployment across locations.
• VP310 Top-Loader Vapor Phase Soldering System Compact top-loader vapor phase soldering system for laboratory, prototyping, and special applications with solder format up to 300x300mm. Operates on standard 240V power with CE marking, suitable for mobile deployment.
• Desoldering System Desoldering system for use with ASSCON vapor phase soldering systems. Safely desolders multi-pole SMD components, ball grid arrays, connector strips, and mechanical elements with no wear parts. Available as supplementary equipment for vapor phase systems.
• Desoldering Carrier Desoldering carrier for vapor phase systems, available in two sizes. Can desolder components from up to 24 PCBs simultaneously with flexible, economical operation. Sold as a supplementary product for ASSCON vapor phase systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 75% reduction in energy consumption compared to convection reflow soldering systems
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ESD-Center ABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering Sweden and Norway. ESD-Center AB visited ASSCON headquarters for training of their field sales force on vapor phase soldering technology.
• Stepan GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering Austria. Hosted TechDays 2024 in Vienna, Austria where over 50 visitors gained insights into electronics production topics. ASSCON Managing Director Claus Zabel presented on vapor phase soldering.
• SMANS NVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering Belgium, Luxembourg, and Netherlands. SMT Assembly and Wire Processing Equipment distributor.
• Amtest GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMulti-country sales partner covering Bulgaria, Croatia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia. Multiple Amtest entities operate across Eastern and Central European markets.
• SIP TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering China, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam. Multiple SIP Technology entities operate across Asia-Pacific markets.
• Altus Group LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering United Kingdom. Located in Redditch, Worcestershire.
• A-TEK LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering USA and Canada. Located in Longmont, CO.
• Weißer-SMT-SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering specific German postal code areas (35... - 36..., 54... - 56..., 6..., 97....). Located in Erkrath-Hochdahl.
• ANS answer elektronik Service- und Vertriebs GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering specific German postal code areas (35... - 36...). Located in Limeshain.
• Systronics AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional sales partner covering Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Located in Baden.
• ediundsepp Gestaltungsgesellschaft mbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWeb design and programming partner for ASSCON website.
• WowholicminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWeb design and programming partner for ASSCON website.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BTU International: US manufacturer of reflow soldering ovens and thermal processing equipment for SMT and semiconductor packaging. Competes with ASSCON in the broader soldering equipment market, particularly with EMS and high-volume customers.
• Heller Industries: US-based leading manufacturer of reflow soldering ovens (convection and vacuum convection) serving global EMS and OEM customers. A primary incumbent in the reflow market that ASSCON's vapor phase systems compete against on energy and quality grounds.
• Kurtz Ersa: Large German soldering equipment manufacturer with a comprehensive portfolio spanning wave, selective, and reflow soldering. Competes with ASSCON in soldering equipment sales to EMS and OEM customers, with a much larger global footprint.
• Vitronics Soltec (Valor Group): Netherlands-based reflow soldering equipment maker with a global installed base in EMS and OEM segments; competes with ASSCON's inline systems for high-volume production lines.
• Rehm Thermal Systems: German manufacturer of reflow soldering, vacuum soldering, and convection systems for electronics manufacturing. Competes in the same capital equipment category with broader product breadth and a similar automotive/EMS customer base.

Direct peers

• Eutect (SOLDATEC): European vapor phase soldering equipment specialist; competes directly with ASSCON in batch and inline condensation soldering, serving similar automotive and industrial electronics customers.
• IBL-Löttechnik: German manufacturer of vapor phase soldering systems; the most direct head-to-head competitor to ASSCON with overlapping product range (batch and inline VP systems) and similar customer base in DACH electronics manufacturing.

Emerging players

• SEHO Systems: German manufacturer specializing in selective soldering and reflow systems with growing vapor phase capability; competes in adjacent soldering technologies for similar customer profiles in automotive and industrial electronics.
• Pillarhouse International: UK-based manufacturer of selective soldering systems with overlap in the high-reliability electronics segment ASSCON serves (aerospace, automotive, EMS); an adjacent rather than head-to-head competitor.
• Folungwin (F&S): Chinese manufacturer of reflow ovens and selective soldering equipment targeting the high-volume EMS market; a price-aggressive emerging competitor that pressures the lower end of ASSCON's addressable market, particularly in APAC.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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