What Bornack does

Bornack was a Germany-based private company, founded in 1964 and headquartered in Ilsfeld, that operated as a manufacturer and provider of commercial and industrial safety equipment. The company's most prominent operational asset was the HOCHWERK training center in Marbach am Neckar — a 3,000+ m² facility housed in a former coal-fired power plant, described as Europe-wide unique for its multi-level architecture, varied heights, confined spaces, and complex access points used to simulate realistic industrial, firefighting, and rescue scenarios. Training programs spanned PSAgA (personal protective equipment against falls) certification per DGUV 312-906, firefighter rescue, special forces (police, GSG 9, KSK), expert certification (Sachkunde), wind energy, high/medium voltage, cranes, and confined-space operations.

Bornack monetized the facility primarily through professional training services — open enrollment courses for individuals and small groups, customized corporate training programs, and event/venue rentals (corporate events, photo and video shoots, team events). Customer segments were diversified across fire and emergency services, industrial/construction firms, special forces/security organizations, the wind energy sector, and event organizers. A distinguishing commercial feature was the facility's independence from equipment manufacturers, allowing free testing of PSAgA, fall protection rails, ladders, and rescue equipment from nearly all major European brands (Hailo, KASK, Edelrid, Meissner, HACA, among others).

Following Bornack's insolvency in 2025, Hailo Wind Systems fully acquired the HOCHWERK training operations and integrated them into its Safety And Rescue Academy (S.A.R.A.) network. The facility was modernized and relaunched in January 2026 under new ownership, combining HOCHWERK with Hailo's existing Training Center Haiger and product portfolio (Globallift, TOPlift, C-Lift, Steigschutzsysteme, mobile work platforms, ladders). Bornack's standalone operations have effectively ceased, with the underlying business now operating as part of Hailo Wind Systems.

Name

Bornack

Legal name

Bornack

Website

https://bornack.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Bornack operated the HOCHWERK training center in Marbach am Neckar, a unique 3,000+ m² facility in a former coal power plant delivering realistic PSAgA, firefighter, special forces, and industrial safety training. Following Bornack's 2025 insolvency, Hailo Wind Systems acquired and relaunched the operations in 2026 as part of its Safety And Rescue Academy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Safety Training Services

akta.pro primary industry

Machine Safety, Guarding & Industrial Equipment Safety (EDABAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Safety Compliance, Risk Assessments & Training (Code Consulting) (IMAIAJAL), Occupant Fire Safety Training, Drills & Warden Programs (BPABAHAM)

Keywords

• Industrial safety training
• Fall protection equipment
• Height rescue training
• Firefighting training services
• PSAgA certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Ilsfeld

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: Training center providing safety, rescue, and fall protection training courses. Revenue generated through open enrollment courses for individuals and small groups, customized training programs for firefighting, special forces, industry, and other sectors, and venue rental for events, photoshoots, and team building activities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Bornack operated the HOCHWERK training center in Marbach am Neckar, Germany—a 3,000+ m² facility housed within a former coal-fired power plant providing realistic safety training across multiple levels, heights, tight spaces, and complex access points. The center delivered PSAgA (personal protective equipment against falls) training, firefighting rescue exercises, special forces training, and industrial safety courses aligned with DGUV 312-906 standards. Following Bornack's insolvency in 2025, Hailo Wind Systems acquired the training operations and integrated them into its Safety And Rescue Academy (S.A.R.A.).

Product overview

Bornack, now under Hailo Wind Systems, operates primarily as a training services company offering the HOCHWERK training center — a unique 3,000+ m² facility in Marbach am Neckar within a former coal-fired power plant. The training center provides realistic safety training across multiple industries through the Safety And Rescue Academy (S.A.R.A.), covering PSAgA (personal protective equipment against falls), firefighter training, specialist forces training, expert certification (Sachkunde), and industry-specific programs. The portfolio also includes climbing protection systems, service lifts (Globallift and TOPlift), climbing platforms (C-Lift), mobile work platforms, and ladders for industrial and wind energy applications. Training focuses span high-bay warehouses, industry, wind energy, medium/high voltage, aerial work platforms, telecommunications, scaffolding, containers and confined spaces, PV/solar, cranes, construction and trades. Hailo Wind Systems acquired Bornack's training center operations in 2025/2026 following Bornack's insolvency.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HOCHWERK Training Center A unique 3,000+ m² training facility in Marbach am Neckar set within a former coal-fired power plant, offering realistic multi-level training environments for fall protection, firefighting, industrial rescue, and special forces. Designed for organizations requiring hands-on safety training.
• Safety And Rescue Academy (S.A.R.A.) Comprehensive academy providing safety training programs following DGUV standards and international norms, delivered by trainers from wind power, energy technology, firefighting, and rescue services.
• PSAgA Training (Personal Protective Equipment Against Falling) Training programs covering PSAgA usage, including basic courses, refresher courses, setup training, compact courses, and ERHT emergency rescue from height. For industrial workers, fire departments, and others working at heights.
• Firefighter Training Specialized training programs for fire departments and rescue organizations covering emergency response and rescue scenarios including high-rise rescue and industrial fire scenarios.
• Special Forces Training Realistic training for special forces including police units (GSG 9), KSK, military, and similar organizations covering height rescue and specialized tactical operations.
• Sachkunde (Expert Training) Expert certification training according to DGUV 312-906 for PSAgA equipment inspection and usage authorization. Designed for safety officers and qualified persons responsible for fall protection equipment in organizations.
• Offene Schulungskurse (Open Training Courses) Open enrollment training courses for individuals and small groups held on scheduled dates throughout the year, offering flexible participation in PSAgA and other safety training topics at bundled pricing.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hailo Wind SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHailo Wind Systems acquired the HOCHWERK training center following Bornack's insolvency in 2025. The facility has been fully taken over, modernized, and integrated into Hailo Wind Systems' Safety And Rescue Academy (S.A.R.A.) network. The acquisition ensures the long-term preservation of the training center and elevates training quality with Hailo Wind Systems' expertise in climbing technology, safety training, and services.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Petzl: French manufacturer of climbing and height-safety equipment that also operates its own training centers (e.g., Petzl Technical Institute) for fall protection, rope access, and rescue. Directly comparable for PSAgA and height rescue training offerings targeted at industrial and rescue professionals.
• SKYLOTEC: German-based fall protection and PPE manufacturer offering height safety equipment and associated training programs. Comparable as a German competitor providing PSAgA-certified equipment and Sachkunde training courses to industrial and wind-energy customers.
• Tractel Group: Global provider of height safety, lifting, and load-measurement equipment with a strong training academy offering fall protection, rope access, and rescue courses. Comparable in offering certified DGUV/EN-standard height safety training to industrial and construction clients.
• MSA Safety: Global safety equipment manufacturer with fall protection, respiratory protection, and firefighter product lines that also runs accredited training programs. Comparable for the combination of fall protection/PSAgA equipment and Sachkunde-style training for industrial and emergency response customers.

Emerging players

• Global Wind Organisation (GWO): Industry-led body setting standardized wind turbine safety training (BST, BTT, WAH, CoHE). Comparable because GWO-certified training centers compete with HOCHWERK for the same wind energy workforce seeking compliant height-rescue and fall protection credentials.

Broad incumbents

• Hailo Wind Systems: Parent company of HOCHWERK's current operator and a global leader in climbing technology, service lifts, and safety training. Directly comparable as it operates the S.A.R.A. network including the Haiger training center, offering overlapping PSAgA, fall protection, and rescue courses.
• TÜV Rheinland: Global testing and certification body offering workplace safety, fall protection, and equipment operator training. Comparable as a standards-driven alternative for companies seeking accredited PSAgA and machinery safety training in German-speaking markets.
• Dräger: German safety and medical technology company offering fire service training, confined space entry, and respiratory protection courses alongside its equipment portfolio. Comparable for firefighter, industrial, and rescue training delivered through dedicated training facilities.
• DEKRA: Major German testing, inspection, and certification organization that operates a broad portfolio of safety training courses including work-at-heights, electrical safety, and confined space. Comparable as a regulated, standards-aligned training provider serving overlapping industrial customer segments.

Regional players

• IPAF (International Powered Access Federation): International not-for-profit that trains and certifies operators of aerial work platforms (MEWPs). Comparable as a certification-driven training body offering standardized courses overlapping with HOCHWERK's Hubarbeitsbühne/aerial work platform training segment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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