KBW Blickle

What KBW Blickle does

KBW Blickle Hydraulik GmbH is a German engineering company founded in 1948 and headquartered in Villingen-Schwenningen, Baden-Württemberg. It designs, manufactures, and services hydraulic systems for industrial customers, with a portfolio spanning hydraulic test stands (including the proprietary DLP universal service test stand), hydraulic supply systems, automation and control technology, and energy-saving cooling lubricant supply systems. The company serves precision-demanding industries — notably watch manufacturing, automotive component production, aerospace technology, and machine tool builders — where hydraulic plants are integrated as core components of complex production equipment. Its value proposition combines over 60 years of hydraulic engineering experience, DIN EN ISO 9001-certified service quality, and §19 WHG specialist-company recognition for water-relevant installations.

The business operates as a B2B engineering firm using a direct, sales-led, relationship-based go-to-market model. Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales of custom-engineered plants and test stands, alongside recurring professional services covering repair, maintenance, inspection, and precision testing using the DLP stand. Pricing is entirely quote-based and project-specific; no public pricing exists and the company contracts only with enterprises (entrepreneurs, legal entities, or public-law special funds). Spare-parts availability is reinforced through strategic partnerships with Bosch Rexroth AG and Moog GmbH. Distribution is exclusively direct, with engineering-led consultations and a service hotline for after-sales support.

Following the retroactive merger with Fierthbauer GmbH effective 1 January 2025, the combined entity operates under Fierthbauer GmbH with the KBW Blickle brand retained, and the Villingen-Schwenningen and Esslingen sites now form a two-location German hydraulic specialist with claimed worldwide customer reach. Jochen Brandstetter is listed as the authorized representative in the commercial register.

Name

KBW Blickle

Legal name

KBW Blickle Hydraulik GmbH

Website

https://kbw-blickle.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

KBW Blickle is a German engineering firm that designs, manufactures, and services hydraulic plants, test stands, and automation systems for precision-demanding industrial customers in watchmaking, automotive, aerospace, and machine tool sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hydraulic Systems and Test Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Hydraulic systems
• Hydraulic test stands
• Fluid power equipment
• Industrial automation services
• Cooling lubricant supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Villingen-schwenningen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

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. Hydraulic Equipment Sales: Sale of custom-built hydraulic plants, hydraulic supply systems, hydraulic test stands, automation and control systems, and cooling lubricant supply systems. Equipment is engineered and manufactured to customer specifications, generating one-time revenue per project/unit.
2. Repair, Maintenance and Service: Ongoing maintenance, inspection, repair, and revision services for hydraulic plants and equipment. Offered both at customer sites and at the company's service centre. Revenue is generated through service contracts and time/material engagements.
3. Testing and Inspection Services: Precision testing services using the DLP universal test stand for a wide variety of hydraulic applications. Customers pay for testing/dienstleistungen as a standalone service, often used by manufacturers requiring third-party verification of hydraulic components.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

KBW Blickle develops, manufactures, and services hydraulic plants, hydraulic supply systems, hydraulic test stands (including the proprietary DLP universal service test stand), automation and control technology, and energy-saving cooling lubricant supply systems. The company provides engineering, testing, repair, and maintenance services for industrial hydraulic installations used by precision-demanding manufacturers worldwide.

Product overview

KBW Blickle is a German engineering company specializing in fluid technology and automation. Their product portfolio centers on hydraulic systems, comprising hydraulic test stands (including the proprietary DLP service test stand), hydraulic supply systems, automation and control technology, and energy-efficient cooling lubricant supply systems. The company operates as a B2B manufacturer providing both products and comprehensive services including repair, maintenance, and testing services. The offerings are characterized by German engineering precision, with products designed for demanding industries including watch manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace sectors. The product line functions as an integrated suite where test stands verify hydraulic system performance, supply systems deliver power, automation technology enables control, and service ensures ongoing reliability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydraulic Test Stands (Hydraulikprüfstände) High-precision hydraulic test stands for testing various hydraulic applications, combining performance with advanced measurement and control technology for industrial manufacturers and plant operators.
• DLP Service Test Stand (Dienstleistungsprüfstand) Proprietary universal service test stand combining high power with precision measurement and control technology, designed for testing a wide variety of hydraulic applications. Sold or made available for use as a service testing offering.
• Hydraulic Supply Systems (Hydraulikversorgungsanlagen) Custom-engineered hydraulic power units that deliver reliable fluid power to machine tools, with consistent process orientation for maximum customer benefit in industrial manufacturing applications.
• Automation and Control Technology (Automatisierungstechnik) Automation and control technology solutions covering hydraulic, drive, and control technologies and systems, enabling precise monitoring and regulation of hydraulic processes across industrial applications.
• Cooling Lubricant Supply Systems (Kühlschmierstoff-Versorgungsanlagen) Energy-efficient supply systems for cooling lubricants in machining operations, designed to reduce operational costs while maintaining precision in industrial manufacturing.
• Repair and Service (Reparatur & Service) Comprehensive service offering including problem analysis, maintenance, inspection, and certification of hydraulic plants, performed by ISO 9001-certified service operations at customer sites and at the KBW Blickle service centre.
• Testing Services (Prüfdienstleistungen) Professional hydraulic testing services using the DLP universal test stand for precision testing of various hydraulic applications, provided to manufacturers requiring third-party verification of hydraulic components.

Quantifiable outcome

• Universal test stand suitable for a wide variety of hydraulic applications

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Fierthbauer GmbHflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Fierthbauer GmbH and KBW Blickle Hydraulik GmbH merged retroactively effective 01.01.2025, operating jointly under Fierthbauer GmbH. The merger combined long-standing experience, deep know-how, and bundled resources to offer customers more comprehensive services, greater support, and innovative solutions. Customer contacts and arrangements remain unchanged for the foreseeable future.
• Bosch Rexroth AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationBosch Rexroth AG is a strategic technology partner for KBW Blickle. The two companies jointly offer spare parts for hydraulic systems, providing customers with rapid and unbureaucratic access to common replacement components. This partnership enables KBW Blickle to offer comprehensive after-sales support by leveraging Bosch Rexroth's extensive spare parts logistics network.
• Moog GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationMoog GmbH is a strategic technology partner for KBW Blickle, alongside Bosch Rexroth AG, providing spare parts for hydraulic systems. This partnership enhances KBW Blickle's after-sales service capabilities by enabling quick supply of standard spare parts to customers, complementing KBW Blickle's own service and repair operations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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