What Hutterer & Lechner does

Hutterer & Lechner GmbH (HL) is a privately held Austrian manufacturer of plastic sanitary drainage products, headquartered and produced in Himberg, Austria, with operations spanning more than 60 years. The company specializes in injection-molded components made primarily from polypropylene (PP) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), producing floor drains, siphons and traps, air admittance valves, condensate siphons for HVAC, roof and balcony drains, anti-flood and backflow valves, pipe sleeves, and related connectors. Its catalog is organized into 19 product categories with hundreds of SKUs covering kitchen, bathroom, shower, toilet, urinal, air-conditioning, and roof applications, including specialized offerings such as the HL905N concealed air admittance valve (EN 12380-A1), the HL138N condensate UP-siphon (DIN 19541), the HL137N/30 space-saver washbasin trap (EN 274), and the HL541 Primus blue shower drain (EN 1253, K3 load class).

The company sells exclusively through B2B wholesale distribution channels, with no direct consumer sales. Customers are plumbing installers, architects and consulting engineers, and wholesale plumbing distributors across more than 40 countries spanning DACH, Western, Northern, Southern, Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the USA. Distribution is managed via local contact pages and regional partners rather than direct sales forces, supported by extensive technical documentation including BIM objects, CAD drawings, calculation tools (HL Calculator for Pipe Sleeves, drain capacity calculator, HL Dachplaner roof planner), and tender texts, plus a 16-language website and a YouTube video channel (HL TV). Revenue is generated through hardware sales of proprietary drainage components; pricing is not publicly disclosed. No disclosed institutional ownership, funding rounds, M&A activity, or leadership turnover appears in the available data, consistent with continued founder or family ownership and operation from a single Himberg manufacturing site.

Switching friction is generated by integration of HL products into architect/engineer BIM specifications and compliance with European technical standards, while end-market demand is fragmented across long-tail installers and wholesalers across many countries, limiting any single-customer concentration risk.

Name

Hutterer & Lechner

Legal name

HL Hutterer & Lechner GmbH

Website

https://hutterer-lechner.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

HL Hutterer & Lechner GmbH is an Austrian manufacturer of plastic sanitary drainage products — floor drains, traps, air admittance valves, and condensate siphons — sold through B2B wholesale channels to plumbing installers, architects, and distributors across more than 40 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sanitary Drainage Products

NAICS

Plastics Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing (326191), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

akta.pro primary industry

Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAG)

Keywords

• Sanitary drainage products
• Plastic floor drains
• Air admittance valves
• Condensate siphons
• Sanitary traps

Headquarters

HQ city

Himberg

HQ country

Austria

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, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Sanitary Drainage Hardware Sales: Manufacture and sale of plastic drainage products including floor drains, traps, air admittance valves, roof drains, and related sanitary connectors. Products are sold through wholesale distribution channels to installers, plumbers, and construction companies. The product catalog includes 19 product categories with hundreds of SKUs across kitchen, bathroom, and building drainage applications.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HL Hutterer & Lechner develops and manufactures plastic sanitary drainage components — including floor drains, kitchen/washbasin/bath/shower traps, air admittance valves, condensate siphons, roof drains, balcony and terrace drains, magnum drains, anti-flood backflow valves, pipe sleeves, and rain hoppers — primarily from PP and ABS plastics. Products are sold B2B through plumbing wholesale distributors in 40+ countries for installation in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, supported by BIM/CAD documentation, technical calculation tools, and a comprehensive 19-category catalog.

Product overview

HL Hutterer & Lechner produces a comprehensive portfolio of drains, traps, and sanitary connectors in plastic. The product range consists of 19 main product categories covering kitchen traps (01), wash basins (02), bath tubs (03), shower trays (04), barrier-free showers (05), washing devices (06), air condition and ventilation (07), toilet (08), urinals (09), air admittance valves (10), roof drains (11), balcony and terrace (12), floor drains (13), sealing kits/extensions (14), magnum drains (15), anti flood valves (16), pipe sleeves (18), attachments (19), and rain hoppers (17). Individual products include specific models like the HL905N concealed air admittance valve (DN50/DN75, 13 l/sec capacity), HL138N condensate UP-siphon for air conditioning (DN32), HL137N/30 space-saver washbasin trap (DN32 x 1 1/4'), and HL541 Primus blue shower drain (DN40/DN50, 0.50 l/sec). The company also provides technical support including the HL Calculator for pipe sleeves, drain capacity calculation tools, and a HL Dachplaner (roof planner) tool. BIM (Building Information Modeling) downloads are available for products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HL: Company prefix for all products (e.g., HL905N, HL138N, HL541). The brand produces drains, traps, and sanitary connectors in plastic.

Products and services

• HL905N Concealed Air Admittance Valve In-wall mounted air admittance valve with DN50/DN75 dimension and 13 l/sec capacity. Includes lot cover, removable function cartridge, and cover. Materials: PP, ABS. Conforms to EN 12380-A1. Used by plumbing installers in building drainage venting applications.
• HL138N Climate Control Condensate UP-Siphon DN32 condensate UP-siphon (100x100mm) for odor-free drainage of air conditioning condensate into sewage systems. Features reinvigorated dry-seal GV cassette technology that is cleanable. Connects to pipes with 20-32mm outer diameter (minimum 18mm inner). Minimum installation depth 60mm. Capacity 120 l/h. Conforms to DIN 19541. Used by HVAC installers for air conditioning condensate drainage.
• HL137N/30 Space Saver Washbasin Trap Space-saving washbasin trap DN32 x 1 1/4" with generously cuttable tubes, cleaning eye/tray and rosette. Designed for basin substructures and obstacle-free basins. Material: PP. Conforms to EN 274. Used by bathroom installers for compact washbasin installations.
• HL541 Primus Blue Shower Drain Shower drain with Primus blue trap, including 3 adjustable fixing angles for height adjustment. Drain body cuts flush with screed after installation. Dimensions DN40/DN50, capacity 0.50 l/sec, installation height 62-200mm. Stainless steel 115x115mm grate, K3 - 300kg load class. Includes integrated sealing kit. Materials: PP, stainless steel. Conforms to EN 1253. Used by installers in barrier-free shower installations.
• Kitchen traps product line Plastic traps for kitchen sinks, designed for odor-proof drainage. Used by kitchen and sanitary installers.
• Bath tub traps product line Traps and drainage solutions for bathtub installations. Used by bathroom installers.
• Shower tray drainage product line Drainage solutions for shower tray installations. Used by bathroom installers.
• Barrier-free shower product line Accessible shower solutions including shower channels, floor drains, and prefabricated shower floors for barrier-free bathrooms. Used by accessibility-focused bathroom installers and architects.
• Washing device drainage product line Drainage solutions for washing machines and dishwashers. Used by appliance installers.
• Toilet drainage and connector product line Drainage and connector products for toilet installations. Used by sanitary installers.
• Urinal drainage product line Drainage solutions for urinal installations in commercial sanitary facilities. Used by commercial sanitary installers.
• Roof drain product line Drainage products for flat roof installations, including heated options. Used by roof drainage installers and specifiers.
• Balcony and terrace drain product line Drainage solutions for balcony and terrace installations with stainless steel grates. Used by outdoor drainage installers.
• Floor drain product line Floor drainage products for various applications including workshops, underground parking lots, and ports. Used by commercial and industrial drainage installers.
• Sealing kits and extensions product line Waterproofing sealing kits and extension elements for integrating drains into waterproofing systems. Used by waterproofing installers.
• Magnum drains product line Large-capacity drainage products for heavy-duty industrial applications. Used by industrial drainage installers.
• Anti-flood valves product line Backflow prevention valves (Rückstauverschlüsse) to protect against flooding from sewage backup. Used by basement and flood-protection installers.
• Pipe sleeves product line Pipe penetrations and sleeves for building waterproofing and drainage through walls and floors. Used by waterproofing and structural installers.
• Rain hoppers product line Rainwater collection hoppers and drainage for building exteriors. Used by rainwater drainage installers.
• Attachments and accessories product line Spare parts, covers, accessories, and additional components for all product lines. Used by installers and service technicians.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• TECE: German-based family-owned manufacturer of installation systems, plumbing technology, and drainage products. Direct competitor in plumbing and drainage systems for residential and commercial applications, with similar B2B distribution model and Central European market focus.
• Viega: German-based family-owned manufacturer of plumbing installation systems, pipe fittings, and drainage technology. Direct competitor in plumbing fittings and drainage products, with strong European presence, similar product portfolio, and a comparable B2B distribution model.
• McAlpine: UK-based manufacturer of plumbing fittings, traps, and waste systems. Direct competitor in plastic plumbing traps and waste fittings, with strong UK and Ireland market presence similar to HL's regional distribution focus and similar product categories.
• Geberit: Swiss-based global leader in sanitary technology, including DWV systems, installation systems, and bathroom ceramics. Closest direct peer to Hutterer & Lechner, with a comprehensive product range in plastic drainage, traps, and air admittance valves, but operating at vastly larger scale and with direct presence in all major European markets.
• Aliaxis: Belgian-based global leader in plastic fluid handling solutions for building, infrastructure, and industrial applications. Direct competitor in plastic pipe fittings, drainage products, and DWV systems, with strong European distribution network similar to HL and a comparable specialty focus.
• Kessel: German-based family-owned manufacturer of drainage technology, backflow prevention, and lifting stations. Direct competitor in anti-flood valves, floor drains, and backwater protection products, with similar specialty focus on drainage engineering and German-speaking market strength.
• ACO: German-based family-owned manufacturer of drainage systems for residential, commercial, and infrastructure applications. Direct competitor in floor drains, shower channels, and surface water management, with similar focus on engineered drainage solutions and B2B distribution model.
• Dallmer: German-based family-owned manufacturer of drainage systems for buildings. Direct competitor in shower channels, floor drains, and roof drainage, with similar specialty focus on architectural drainage solutions and DACH market presence.
• Wavin: Dutch-based manufacturer of plastic pipe systems and solutions (part of Orbia). Direct competitor in plastic plumbing and drainage products, with strong presence in European markets and similar product categories including traps, fittings, roof drainage, and rainwater management.
• Wirquin: French-based manufacturer of plumbing equipment, waste systems, and bathroom accessories. Direct competitor in plastic plumbing traps, WC connectors, and waste fittings, with similar product portfolio and European distribution model including strong Benelux and Eastern European presence.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hutterer-lechner-gmbh

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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