What Tehnix does

Tehnix d.o.o. is a Croatian private limited liability company headquartered in Donji Kraljevec, founded approximately 1990–1992 and operating 12 production plants with 550 employees. The company manufactures environmental protection equipment spanning waste management technology (municipal containers of 5–10m³, roll containers of 14–38m³, press containers of 5–20m³, and vertical, horizontal, and automatic baler presses), modern utility vehicles under the EKOMUNAL sub-brand with EURO 6 engines, mobile petroleum handling equipment (mobile oil pumps, mobile gas stations, ecological repositories, flammable liquids storage), water protection systems (biorotor plants, oil and grease separators), hook loaders, self-loaders, and modular architecture solutions. The technical backbone combines hydraulic compaction systems, pressure-sensitive waste compaction, three-stage telescopic cylinders, PET perforators for baling, and integrated RDF shredders, with products conforming to DIN and EN 840-2/3 standards.

The company runs a sales-led go-to-market model through its own e-commerce storefront at tehnix.hr, supplemented by direct contact-based pricing inquiries, product catalogs, and after-sales service. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; customers are directed to contact the company for quotes. The customer base is diversified across vertical segments — municipal governments and utilities (primary), waste management companies, healthcare facilities, construction and industrial firms, petroleum storage operators, and commercial enterprises including hotels, camps, and shopping centers. Geographic reach is concentrated in Croatia and broader European markets.

Revenue is generated through direct hardware sales of configurable industrial equipment bundled with after-sales service, warranty, and technical documentation. The company reports 50 patents and 330 own innovative products as evidence of its proprietary technology base. No funding rounds, M&A activity, institutional investors, or public financial disclosures are present in the available data. Tehnix is privately held with no disclosed parent company or external shareholders.

Name

Tehnix

Legal name

Tehnix d.o.o.

Website

https://tehnix.hr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Tehnix d.o.o. is a Croatian industrial manufacturer producing environmental protection equipment — waste handling containers, baler presses, EKOMUNAL utility vehicles, petroleum handling systems, and water purification equipment — serving municipal governments, waste management firms, construction companies, and industrial facilities across European markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Protection Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Waste Handling & Compaction Equipment (Balers, Compactors) (IMAHALAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hazardous Materials Handling & Compliance (EHS, Transport, Permitting, Reporting) (EUAMALAI), Hazardous Waste Management (Collection/Treatment/Disposal) (IMAIAFAI), Special Waste Transfer (Tires, Mattresses, Appliances) (BPALABAG), Compactor, Container & Roll-off Services (Rental, Service & Logistics) (EUAIAGAC)

Keywords

• Waste management equipment
• Municipal containers
• Baler presses
• Utility vehicles
• Water protection equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Donji Kraljevec

HQ country

Croatia

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, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment sales: Direct sales of environmental protection equipment, waste management technology, water protection equipment, and modular architecture products. Products are sold with customization options and include after-sales service, warranty, and technical documentation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Tehnix manufactures environmental protection equipment including municipal and roll containers (5-38 m³), press containers (5-20 m³) with hydraulic compaction, vertical/horizontal/automatic baler presses for waste compaction into bales, transfer stations, EKOMUNAL modern utility vehicles with EURO 6 engines, mobile oil pumps and gas stations, ecological repositories and flammable liquids storage, hook loaders and self-loaders, and biological water purification equipment including biorotor plants and oil/grease separators. Products are configured to customer specifications with after-sales service, warranty, and technical documentation included.

Product overview

Tehnix is an industrial manufacturing company specializing in environmental protection equipment and water treatment solutions. The product portfolio centers on waste management technology including municipal containers (5-10 m³), roll containers (14-38 m³), press containers (5-20 m³), vertical/horizontal/automatic baler presses for waste compaction, and transfer stations. The company also produces modern utility vehicles (EKOMUNAL series with EURO 6 engines), petroleum equipment (mobile oil pumps, mobile gas stations, horizontal/vertical mobile oil pumps), ecological repositories (eco tank vessels, special eco containers, mobile ecological repositories, flammable liquids storage), and water protection equipment (biorotor plants, biorotors, biojams, oil/grease separators). A container lifter system designed to EN 840-2/3 standards, hook loaders, and self-loaders complement the waste handling equipment. The company reports 33 years of operation, 550 employees, 12 production plants, 50 patents, and 330 innovative products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EKOMUNAL: A sub-brand for modern utility vehicles - special municipal waste collection vehicles with TEHNIX superstructure, characterized by low fuel consumption (30% savings) and 20% higher waste acceptance volume.

Products and services

• Municipal Waste Container Solid construction municipal containers for cities, towns, companies, hospitals, gas stations, markets, hotels, camps, and shopping centers, available in 5, 7, and 10 m³ capacities with open and closed versions, designed to DIN standards enabling stacking of up to three containers for rationalized transport.
• Roll Container Roll containers for bulk cargo transport in construction and logistics, available in open and closed versions with volumes ranging from 14 to 38 m³, designed to reduce transport costs through high-volume capacity.
• Press Container Modern utility device for collecting and compacting various types of waste including paper, cardboard, plastic, and secondary raw materials, available in volumes from 5 m³ to 20 m³ with hydraulic compaction systems achieving up to 10:1 compression and optional Card ID, fingerprint, or code management systems.
• Vertical Press Baler Device for reducing municipal waste by pressing sorted waste into bales, featuring adjustable bale height, manual wire tying, protective sensors, and a special pump for fast pressing; available as models VPB-10, VPB-15, and VPB-20.
• Automatic Baler Press Automatic device for reducing municipal waste into bales with adjustable bale length from 1200 mm to 2400 mm, featuring automatic or manual control, optional PET perforator, optional RDF shredder at 30mm fraction size, and platform scale up to 1500 kg; available as models APB-40, APB-60, and APB-100.
• Horizontal Baler Press Horizontal device for reducing municipal waste by pressing sorted waste into bales, with adjustable bale length, protective cage, automatic lid closing, and control cabinet; available as models HPB-25 and HPB-35.
• Container Lifter (Podizač kontejnera) Mobile device for lifting and emptying containers designed according to EN 840-2/3 standards, featuring strong load-bearing construction, four quality wheels for mobility, and ability to lift 1100L containers.
• Transfer Station Facility for storage, preparation, and transshipment of waste that compacts municipal waste an average of 5 times, reducing transport costs, with high thrust force, control hydroblock, and minimal maintenance needs.
• EKOMUNAL Modern Utility Vehicle Special municipal waste collection vehicles with TEHNIX superstructure, EURO 6 engines, low fuel consumption (30% savings) with 20% higher waste acceptance volume, pressure-sensitive compaction system, three-stage telescopic cylinder, and video surveillance; available as models EKOMUNAL 10 through EKOMUNAL 22.
• Horizontal Mobile Oil Pump Mobile facility with above-ground horizontal cylindrical tank for storing EURO diesel fuel, featuring flow meter, chip card authorization, and optional dislocated computer system for remote monitoring; available as models MNP 5000 through MNP 25000 with volumes from 5 to 25 m³.
• Mobile Gas Station Mobile oil pump consisting of a mobile storage unit and tank with fuel insertion/removal system, pumping capacity of 40 liters per minute with built-in K33 flow meter; available as models MBP-1 through MBP-4 with tank capacities from 1200L to 2500L.
• Mobile Oil Pump (Vertical) Vertical mobile oil pump available in one or two-panel versions, offered in 12V, 24V, and 220V variants with capacity of 45 L/min (12/24V) and 65 L/min (220V), TÜV certified with complete technical and certification documentation; available as models MNP-500 through MNP-2000.
• Mobile Ecological Repository Storage facility for problematic waste made of steel sheet with tank for draining spilled liquids, covered with galvanized floor grate (30x30x3mm mesh), certified with complete attestation documentation; available as Types 1-4 with tank volumes from 600L to 1200L.
• Eco Tank Vessels Eco tank vessels for environmental preservation and prevention of liquid spillage impacts, made of profiled sheets with internal and external anti-corrosion protection (RAL 6016 green); available as Types 1-4 with volumes from 160L to 500L and load capacities from 600kg to 2000kg.
• Special Eco Containers Eco-containers for disposal, storage, and transport of hazardous waste including old accumulators/batteries, oily filters/rags, fluorescent tubes, and medical waste, made of sheet steel Č.0361, suitable for forklift or manual forklift transport; available in 640L and 1000L capacities.
• Flammable Liquids Storage Warehouse for storing flammable media in original packaging, made of sheet steel with tank and outlet for draining spilled liquids, covered with galvanized floor grate, with air-tight version having insulated ceiling and walls; available as Types 750-1500 to 500 with tank vessel volumes from 400L to 800L.
• Hook Loader Durable hook loaders designed for minimal maintenance and reliability in handling various cargoes and containers, with operator-centric design for speed, safety, and efficiency; used in agriculture, waste management, firefighting, construction, and recycling.
• Self-Loaders Self-loading systems for continuous operation in the mobile container sector that maximize productivity and profitability across construction, waste handling, metal works, gardening, municipal operations, and recycling, while reducing the risk of overturning and enhancing safety.
• Utility Vehicle Tanks High-quality utility vehicle tank with permitted gross weight of 13,500 kg, equipped with 175 kW (238 hp) engine, EURO VI standard with OBD-C system, digital tachograph, differential lock on rear axle, 1+2 seats, electric windows, air-suspended driver seat, and 120L plastic fuel tank.
• Biorotor Plant Biological water purification equipment for preserving water resources and efficient environmental protection in water treatment processes.
• Biorotor Biological water purification rotor equipment for water treatment processes.
• Biojams Biological water purification equipment for water treatment applications.
• Oil and Grease Separators Equipment for separating oil and grease from water, including separator of light liquids, separator with bypass, special separator, and Mastolov variants.

Quantifiable outcome

• Waste compaction ratio of up to 5:1 reducing transport costs to landfill
• +3 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

Feature6 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Wastequip: North American manufacturer of waste handling equipment including containers, balers, and compactors. Directly comparable product portfolio to Tehnix's municipal containers, roll containers, press containers, and baler presses, though operating in a different geographic market.
• Forrec: Italian manufacturer of industrial shredders, recycling equipment, and waste processing machinery. Comparable as a European waste equipment manufacturer with overlapping product categories in shredders, separation, and processing.
• Komptech: Austrian-headquartered manufacturer of waste processing machinery (shredders, screeners, turners) with comparable product categories to Tehnix's waste management technology line. Both serve municipal and industrial waste management customers across Europe with hardware solutions for sorting and composting.
• Eggersmann Anlagenbau: German family-owned manufacturer of waste processing and recycling machinery, including sorting plants, composting equipment, and waste treatment systems. Direct overlap with Tehnix's sorting plants, composting, and baling portfolio serving municipal and commercial customers.
• STADLER Anlagenbau: German manufacturer of sorting plants and recycling systems for municipal solid waste. Comparable to Tehnix's sorting plant product category, serving waste management companies and municipalities with material recovery facility equipment.
• CK International: UK and Ireland-based manufacturer of balers and compactors for waste and recycling. Directly comparable to Tehnix's baler press and press container product range, serving similar waste management and retail/commercial customer segments.
• Heil Co. Manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles with integrated compaction systems, directly comparable to Tehnix's EKOMUNAL modern utility vehicles line. Both provide front-loader and rear-loader chassis-based waste collection vehicles with proprietary compaction superstructures.
• Machinex Technologies: Canadian manufacturer of recycling sorting equipment and material recovery facilities. Comparable to Tehnix in the waste/recycling equipment manufacturing category with overlapping product categories around sorting and materials handling.
• Bollegraaf: Dutch manufacturer of baling technology and recycling systems, directly comparable to Tehnix's automatic, horizontal, and vertical baler press offerings. Both companies sell baler systems to waste management firms, MRFs, and municipal customers with emphasis on throughput and baling density.

Broad incumbents

• Faun Zoeller: European market leader in refuse collection vehicles, including the EKOMUNAL-style segment where Tehnix competes. A larger, broader-incumbent player with deeper dealer networks and recognized brand in municipal procurement across Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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