Salvis

What Salvis does

Salvis AG is a Swiss manufacturer of professional commercial kitchen equipment, founded in 1915 in Reussbühl and now headquartered in Oftringen, Switzerland. The company has been a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Franke Group since 1997 and operates with 11-50 employees, specializing in thermal cooking technology including combi steamers (CucinaEVO), pressure steamers (VitalityEVO with up to 70% faster cooking times), deep fryers (FrylineEVO with AQA automatic quantity adjustment), modular cooking lines (Smartline, K-Line, Topline, X-Line, FunctionLine), and custom-designed cooking ranges (VisionPRO, Salvis Master). The product ecosystem emphasizes modularity and interoperability through the KCI Touch control system compliant with DIN/TS 18898 open networking standards, targeting Kitchen 4.0 integration in large-scale commercial environments.

The company serves four primary customer segments: gastronomy and hotels, institutional food service (schools, daycares, nursing homes), front cooking and event venues, and large commercial kitchens serving 250+ people. Revenue is generated primarily through direct enterprise field sales in Switzerland with dedicated service technicians handling installation, maintenance, and repairs, supplemented by PALUX distribution in German-speaking markets. ServiceCare offerings provide recurring professional services revenue alongside one-time hardware sales of professional kitchen equipment. Go-to-market relies on trade show participation (IGEHO 2025), digital brochures in three languages, active Instagram presence, and a careers page indicating ongoing organizational investment.

The 2025 Blackline brand modernization signals a strategic refresh, and the June 2026 joint digital platform launch with PALUX indicates expansion intent beyond the Swiss domestic market. The company holds memberships in Swissmem, Culina, and FCSI Switzerland, reflecting ecosystem engagement with the broader professional foodservice industry.

Name

Salvis

Legal name

SALVIS AG

Website

https://salvis.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1915

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Salvis AG is a Swiss manufacturer of professional commercial kitchen equipment — including combi steamers, modular cooking systems, and specialized appliances — serving hotels, restaurants, caterers, and institutional food service operators. Founded in 1915 and owned by the Franke Group since 1997.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Industrial Process Furnaces & Ovens (3567)

akta.pro primary industry

Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen Equipment Wholesale (AFAIALAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Small Appliance, Countertop & Coffee/Tea Station Organization (HSAFACAH)

Keywords

• Professional kitchen equipment
• Commercial cooking appliances
• Combi steamers
• Modular cooking systems
• Front cooking solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Oftringen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Kitchen Equipment Sales: Sale of professional cooking equipment including combi steamers, fryers, induction cookers, ranges, and modular cooking systems to commercial kitchens, hotels, restaurants, and institutional food service operators.
2. Service and Maintenance: Field service operations including maintenance, repairs, and support services for professional commercial kitchen equipment. ServiceCare offerings for ongoing customer support.
3. Custom Kitchen Solutions: Custom-designed cooking ranges and bespoke kitchen solutions tailored to specific customer requirements and kitchen concepts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Salvis develops, manufactures, and sells professional commercial kitchen equipment and canteen kitchen appliances for the gastronomy, hospitality, institutional catering, and front-cooking segments. The portfolio comprises modular cooking lines (Smartline, K-Line, Topline, X-Line, FunctionLine, Compactline) plus specialized appliances including combi steamers, pressure steamers, deep fryers, vacuum sealing systems, warming units, and custom-engineered stoves, supported by field-based installation, maintenance, and ServiceCare repair services across Switzerland.

Product overview

Salvis is a Swiss professional kitchen technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of interconnected and modular cooking systems. The core offering consists of modular cooking lines (Smartline, Compactline, K-Line, Topline, X-Line, FunctionLine) that provide flexible front cooking and built-in solutions for commercial kitchens, complemented by specialized appliances including combi steamers (CucinaEVO), pressure steamers (VitalityEVO), deep fryers (FrylineEVO), vacuum sealing systems (GreenVAC), warming equipment (Hold-o-mat), multifunctional pans (MultipanEVO), and custom-made cooking ranges (VisionPRO, Salvis Master). The product ecosystem emphasizes interoperability through standardized connections (FunctionLine's modular system, X-Line drop-in modules), networking capabilities (K-Line with DIN/TS 18898 interface), and combination potential (VitalityEVO Power Tower with CucinaEVO).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smartline Modular Front Cooking System Modular front cooking system combining 15 freely combinable countertop or built-in cooking modules — griddle plates, grill plates, induction cooktops, deep fryers, pasta cookers, and bain-maries — for hotels, restaurants, and caterers needing flexible live cooking setups.
• Compactline Induction Solutions Compact induction solutions for flexible front cooking concepts, available in 1-zone, 2-zone, and wok induction variants with rotary knob or touch controls, aimed at front-cooking and small-format commercial kitchens.
• Fresh&Smart Mobile Cooking Station Mobile cooking station with integrated 3-sided extraction system achieving over 90% steam and odor removal, compatible with Smartline modules for flexible mobile front cooking at events and front-of-house venues.
• K-Line Networked Commercial Kitchen System Networked commercial kitchen system for high-capacity kitchens, comprising modular freely combinable elements (multifunctional pans, cooking kettles, induction hobs, pasta cookers, fryers, roasters) controlled via the KCI Touch system with open DIN/TS 18898 networking interface.
• Salvis Master Professional Stove Professional stove with variable length, depth, and features combining induction and classic heating systems for flexible kitchen configurations in restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens.
• Master-Compact Plug-and-Cook Stove Compact plug-and-cook stove for small kitchen concepts in schools, daycare centers, bistros, and small restaurants, available with ceramic hob or induction options.
• VisionPRO Custom-Made Professional Stove Custom-made professional stove tailored to individual kitchen, process, and food concept requirements, featuring state-of-the-art induction technology and full individuality in design and thermal modules.
• Topline Cooking System Comprehensive cooking system combining modern cooking technology with sophisticated ergonomics, high hygiene standards, and efficient kitchen organization, including cooking, grilling, roasting, frying, and warming modules with base units.
• X-Line Drop-in & Built-in Modules Drop-in and built-in modules offering design freedom in modern cooker systems, with high-performance built-in modules for frying, cooking, roasting, grilling, induction, and gas applications.
• FunctionLine Modular Cooking System Modular cooking system with unique connection system for seamless integration of cooking units, minimal joints, high hygiene, and flexible deployment as standalone, wall unit, freestanding, or cooking block configuration.
• CucinaEVO Combi Steamer Combi steamer combining steam and hot air for multifunctional cooking including steaming, roasting, baking, and sous-vide, available in T-models with deep insertion and QT models with side-loading configurations.
• VitalityEVO Pressure Steamer Pressure steamer enabling steam-pressure cooking with up to 70% faster cooking times, integrated water softener, and precise temperature control from 50–119°C for professional kitchens.
• Hold-o-mat Warming & Low-Temperature Appliance Warming and low-temperature appliance for quality-enhancing food warming, low-temperature overnight cooking, and keeping various dishes warm on multiple levels simultaneously.
• GreenVAC Vacuum Sealing System Sustainable vacuum sealing technology using reusable gastronorm containers for food preservation, marinating, tenderizing, pickling, and infusion applications in professional kitchens.
• FrylineEVO Deep Fryer Series Deep fryer series with four model sizes featuring enlarged radiator surface, electronic temperature control (50–170°C), AQA quantity adjustment for consistent quality, and a double filter system.
• MultipanEVO Multifunctional Pan Multifunctional pan for boiling, frying, sous-vide, and overnight cooking that heats from 0 to 230°C in 4.5 minutes with intelligent reheating and constant temperature control.
• Marmite All-Round Cooking & Frying Appliance Innovative all-round cooking and frying appliance combining functionality, flexibility, and efficiency in a compact 800x800mm footprint with up to 60L usable capacity.
• CrystalPRO High-Performance Roasters & Kettles High-performance roasters, cooking kettles, and tilting skillets for professional kitchens, featuring a Power-Block heating system for even temperature distribution.
• Salamander Classic + PRO Grill Professional salamander grill for gratinating, melting, roasting, and keeping warm — Classic PRO offers digital time control with up to 70% energy savings via intelligent plate recognition; Classic offers compact versatile operation.
• ServiceCare Field Service & Maintenance Field service operations including maintenance, repairs, installations, and customer support for professional commercial kitchen equipment across Switzerland, structured under the ServiceCare program.
• Custom Kitchen Solutions (Bespoke Cooking Ranges) Custom-designed cooking ranges and bespoke kitchen solutions tailored to specific customer requirements and individual kitchen concepts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 70% faster cooking times with VitalityEVO pressure steamer technology
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SwissmemminorOthersAssociation of the Swiss Machinery, Electrical and Metal Industries. Salvis is a member, representing their participation in Switzerland's industrial association for manufacturing companies.
• CulinacoreOthersSwiss Association for Commercial Kitchen Technology and Professional Kitchen Solutions. Salvis is an active member, demonstrating their commitment to the professional kitchen technology industry in Switzerland.
• FCSI SwitzerlandminorOthersInternational network for consulting, planning and expertise in foodservice. Salvis participates in this network for professional exchange and industry collaboration.
• PALUXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGerman professional kitchen technology company based in Bad Mergentheim since 1929. PALUX and Salvis operate together under shared digital platforms, with PALUX specializing in German manufacturing and Salvis in Swiss quality. Joint website launched June 1, 2026.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Retigo s.r.o. Retigo is a Czech combi steamer manufacturer with growing presence in European professional kitchens, directly competing with Salvis CucinaEVO and VitalityEVO in hotels, catering, and supermarket kitchens.
• Convotherm (Ali Group): Convotherm is a combi steamer specialist owned by Ali Group competing directly with Salvis CucinaEVO in hotels, restaurants, and institutional kitchens worldwide. Same product category and customer profile.
• Tecnoinox: Tecnoinox manufactures modular professional cooking equipment (ranges, bratt pans, fryers) for restaurants, hotels, and catering across Europe. Closely comparable in modular cooking category with Salvis Smartline, Topline, and FunctionLine.
• Eloma (Ali Group): Eloma is a combi steamer and proofing equipment maker within the Ali Group portfolio, targeting professional bakeries, hotels, and catering—directly comparable to Salvis's professional cooking offering.
• RATIONAL AG: Rational is the global leader in combi steamers (SelfCookingCenter) and a direct competitor to Salvis CucinaEVO and VitalityEVO across professional kitchens, hotels, and catering. Closest direct head-to-head in combi steamer technology and same target customer base.
• Miele Professional: Miele Professional offers commercial cooking, combi steamers, and dishwashing systems used by hotels, restaurants, and institutions, overlapping directly with Salvis's modular cooking lines and premium quality positioning. Comparable German-speaking manufacturer competing in similar channels.

Regional players

• PALUX Technik: PALUX is Salvis's German sister brand based in Bad Mergentheim, specializing in professional kitchen solutions since 1929 and now sharing joint digital platforms under the Franke umbrella. Geographically regional peer in DACH with overlapping ranges and cooking systems.

Emerging players

• Winterhalter Gastronom: Winterhalter is a German commercial kitchen specialist known for warewashing with growing cooking and combi steamer lines, targeting hotels and institutional food service customers comparable to Salvis's segments.

Broad incumbents

• Electrolux Professional: Electrolux Professional is a broad incumbent across cooking, refrigeration, and laundry for hospitality and foodservice, overlapping with Salvis's cooking lines and broader Franke group product portfolio.
• Hobart (ITW): Hobart, part of Illinois Tool Works, is a broad incumbent in commercial kitchen equipment (cooking, warewashing, food prep) sold to the same hospitality and institutional customers as Salvis. Overlaps on cooking technology but offers a much wider portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/SALVISAG
• Facebookfacebook.com/165920166793727

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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