Fluidtechnik

What Fluidtechnik does

FTG Fluidtechnik GmbH (trading as "Fluidtechnik" and "die flotten Hydrauliker") is a German hydraulics and pneumatics specialist founded in 1991 in Georgenthal, Thuringia, by the Stärk family. The company designs, manufactures, and services custom hydraulic systems for industrial customers, with named enterprise clients across automotive manufacturing (AUDI AG, Daimler AG, Volkswagen AG), industrial automation and components (Bosch Rexroth, Siemens AG, Mubea, ZF/ThyssenKrupp Industrieservice, Robert Bosch Fahrzeugtechnik Eisenach), material handling (DEMAG Cranes), and foundry (Buderus Giesserei). It operates three Thuringia locations — Georgenthal (headquarters), Ohrdruf (manufacturing), and Erfurt (service branch) — and serves customers across Thuringia, Germany-wide, and internationally.

The company's core offerings span five integrated service lines: custom hydraulic aggregate construction (power units up to approximately 4,000L tank capacity built on a modular "Baukasten" kit system), complete hydraulic and pneumatic plant engineering, precision pipe bending via mandrel bending (Dornbiegeverfahren), custom hose fabrication (nominal widths DN 2 to DN 60), and systems integration combining hydraulic mechanics with control electronics. Differentiated technical capabilities include a mobile 3D Metronor measurement system for on-site pipe scanning without production downtime, and the integration of energy-efficient compact hydraulic power units such as the Bosch Rexroth CytroBox (vendor-stated 80% energy savings, 75% footprint and oil-volume reduction). Components are sourced through long-standing partnerships with Danfoss (formerly Eaton-Vickers), Walterscheid, Bosch Rexroth, HYDAC, Parker Hannifin, and TractoTechnik.

Fluidtechnik operates a sales-led, project-based business model with revenue distributed across hydraulic aggregate sales, system design and construction, hose and pipe fabrication, maintenance and repair services, single-component distribution, and e-commerce via the fluidtechnikshop.de online shop. Customer engagement is anchored by a mobile service fleet of six fully equipped vehicles delivering on-site maintenance, emergency repair, and installation. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific with no public disclosure. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified (Certificate 40625265, valid 2023-2026), ISO 45001:2018 certified (Certificate 450625040, valid 2024-2027), FGMA-certified (2025-2027), and SAQ 5.0 rated (May 2024). It is family-owned by the Stärk family, with Andreas Stärk as Managing Director, with no disclosed external investors or holding structure.

Name

Fluidtechnik

Legal name

FTG Fluidtechnik GmbH

Website

https://hydraulikleitung.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FTG Fluidtechnik GmbH is a German hydraulics and pneumatics specialist serving industrial and automotive manufacturers with custom hydraulic aggregates, plant engineering, precision pipe bending, hose fabrication, and on-site maintenance services across Thuringia, Germany, and internationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Hydraulic Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI), Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH), Hydraulic Components (Pumps, Motors, Cylinders) (IMAHAGAA)

Keywords

• Hydraulic system manufacturing
• Hydraulic aggregate construction
• Hydraulic pipe fabrication
• Industrial pneumatics services
• Hydraulic hose assembly

Headquarters

HQ city

Georgenthal

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hydraulic Aggregate Sales: Design, manufacture, and sale of custom hydraulic power units and aggregates. Units range from small special machine aggregates to large central supply systems with tank capacities up to ~4,000 liters. Revenue is project-based, one-time per unit.
2. Hydraulic System Design and Construction: Complete hydraulic and pneumatic plant construction, from concept through to commissioning. Combines mechanical assembly with control electronics. Project-based revenue.
3. Hydraulic Hose and Pipe Fabrication: Custom fabrication of hydraulic hose assemblies (DN 2–60) and hydraulic piping/bending. Can be manufactured in-house or on-site at customer facilities. Revenue per unit or project.
4. Maintenance, Repair, and Service: Preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, oil analysis, and on-site service for hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Service is delivered via fully equipped service vehicles. Revenue is service-fee based.
5. Single Component Distribution: Sale of individual hydraulic and pneumatic components including valves (e.g., DG4V, DG5V, 4WE6, 4WE10), pumps (PVQ, PVM, PVX, A10VSO, A4VSO, AZPF), filter elements, hydraulic cylinders, and other spare parts. Revenue per component sold.
6. Online Shop Sales: E-commerce sales of products via the Fluidtechnik online shop (fluidtechnikshop.de). Revenue per transaction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

FTG Fluidtechnik GmbH designs, manufactures, and services custom hydraulic and pneumatic systems for industrial customers. Core offerings include custom hydraulic aggregates (power units up to ~4,000 L tank capacity), complete plant engineering, precision hydraulic pipe bending and fabrication, custom hose assemblies (DN 2–60), system integration with control electronics, and preventive maintenance/repair via mobile service vehicles.

Product overview

FTG Fluidtechnik GmbH is a full-service hydraulic systems provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services centered on custom hydraulic solutions. The core offerings include aggregate construction (Hydraulikaggregate), complete plant engineering (Anlagenbau), precision hydraulic pipe manufacturing (Hydraulikleitungen), hose fabrication (Schlauchfertigung), and systems integration (Systemtechnik). These are complemented by field services including cylinder repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The company operates with a modular baukasten (component kit) approach, sourcing components from long-term partners such as Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss (formerly Eaton-Vickers), HYDAC, and Walterscheid. Notable technology products include the Bosch Rexroth CytroBox compact hydraulic power unit (delivering significant energy and space savings with integrated Industry 4.0 capabilities) and the Metronor 3D measuring system for on-site pipe measurement and virtual pre-fabrication. The product strategy is vertically integrated — from single components and repair services through to complete turnkey systems — enabling Fluidtechnik to serve as a single-source partner for customers across automotive, environmental technology, energy generation, and special machinery industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aggregatebau (Hydraulic Aggregate Construction) Custom hydraulic power unit (aggregate) construction tailored to specific customer requirements, including systems up to approximately 4,000 liters tank capacity, with variable-speed pumps and components sourced from partner manufacturers like Danfoss and Bosch Rexroth. Sold to industrial customers requiring bespoke hydraulic power solutions.
• Anlagenbau (Plant Engineering) Complete hydraulic and pneumatic plant construction, integrating aggregate manufacturing with Walterscheid connection systems and Tracto-Technik pipe bending equipment to deliver turnkey systems for industrial customers.
• Fertigung von Hydraulikleitungen (Hydraulic Pipe Manufacturing) Precision hydraulic pipe bending and forming using the mandrel bending method (Dornbiegeverfahren) for complex geometries with reliable repeatability, including spirals and serpentine shapes, manufactured from customer drawings, xyz coordinates, or 3D files.
• Schlauchfertigung (Hose Manufacturing) Custom hydraulic hose assembly production from size 1 TE to 6 SH with nominal widths DN 2 to DN 60, available both in-house at the Thuringia facility and on-site at customer locations for immediate hose customization that minimizes downtime.
• Systemtechnik (Systems Technology) Custom hydraulic system solutions combining components with control technology and electronics, delivered as complete integrated systems from a single source for industrial customers.
• Zylinderreparatur (Cylinder Repair) Hydraulic cylinder repair services including hard chrome plating of piston rods, seal replacement, and metrological documentation on test benches, for industrial customers with damaged hydraulic cylinders.
• Wartung und Instandhaltung (Maintenance and Service) Preventive maintenance, oil analysis, fault diagnosis, and repair services for hydraulic systems, performed by mobile service technicians with fully equipped service vehicles at customer sites, available across Thuringia, Germany, and internationally.
• Online-Shop (Hydraulic Components Distribution) E-commerce storefront selling individual hydraulic and pneumatic components including valves, pumps, filter elements, hydraulic cylinders, and related spare parts, with standard shipping free within Germany.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings up to 80% with Bosch Rexroth CytroBox hydraulic power unit compared to conventional units
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Danfoss (formerly Eaton-Vickers)coreTechnology or IntegrationDanfoss (formerly Eaton-Vickers) is listed as a contract partner and component supplier for hydraulic products. Fluidtechnik sources power source products and components from Danfoss.
• Walterscheid RohrverbindungstechnikcoreTechnology or IntegrationWalterscheid is a key contract partner providing pipe connection technology. Fluidtechnik uses Walterscheid's WALFORM system for pipe connections, which replaces complex welding procedures and uses soft-material seals. HYDAC fastening technology is also used in combination.
• Bosch RexrothcoreTechnology or IntegrationBosch Rexroth is listed as a component supplier and trading partner for hydraulic components including the CytroBox compact hydraulic power unit. Fluidtechnik integrates Bosch Rexroth products into their systems.
• HydaccoreTechnology or IntegrationHydac is listed as a component partner supplying hydraulic components and fastening technology used in Fluidtechnik's pipe systems and hydraulic installations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Parker Hannifin: Global motion and control technologies leader, including hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems. Fluidtechnik trading partner with overlapping portfolio in valves, cylinders and hose assemblies; competes on the component layer rather than full custom integration.
• Bosch Rexroth AG: Global market leader in industrial hydraulics and a Fluidtechnik trading partner. Overlaps in hydraulic aggregates, valves and cylinders, but operates at global scale across a much broader portfolio rather than custom integration.
• HYDAC International GmbH: Major German fluid-power component manufacturer (filters, accumulators, valves, cylinders) and Fluidtechnik contract partner. Comparable on the components and MRO side but at substantially larger scale and product breadth.
• Danfoss Power Solutions: Global power-source and fluid-power component maker (formerly Eaton-Vickers), listed as a Fluidtechnik contract partner. Comparable on pumps, valves and hydraulic systems, but serving a worldwide OEM customer base rather than regional custom integration.

Direct peers

• HAWE Hydraulik SE: German specialist manufacturer of compact hydraulic power units, valves and systems. Closely comparable niche player to Fluidtechnik's custom-aggregate business, with deeper product breadth but a similar Mittelstand DNA and focus on bespoke hydraulic solutions.
• Atos SpA: Italian manufacturer of hydraulic valves, cylinders and proportional/servo systems. Comparable as a specialist European hydraulic supplier serving industrial machinery OEMs with custom-engineered valve and control solutions.
• Linde Hydraulics GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of hydraulic pumps, motors and valves for mobile and stationary machinery. Comparable on the fluid-power components and custom-system side of Fluidtechnik's business, especially for special-machinery applications.
• WEBER-HYDRAULIK GmbH: Austrian/German hydraulic cylinders and systems manufacturer serving automotive presses, special machinery and mobile equipment. Direct comparable on custom cylinder and hydraulic system integration for industrial customers.
• Moog Inc. Global manufacturer of high-performance motion-control products including hydraulic servo valves, pumps and integrated systems. Comparable at the high-spec end of Fluidtechnik's proportional/servo and systems-integration work.
• Bucher Hydraulics: Swiss manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, valves and systems for special machinery and mobile applications. Closely comparable as a niche hydraulic specialist serving custom-engineering use cases in similar European industrial markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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