Winterwarm
Winterwarm is a Dutch family-owned manufacturer (founded 1936) of unit air heaters, hybrid heat-pump systems, and LED lighting for industrial, agricultural, and commercial buildings, selling through regional field sales, certified installers, and an online parts webshop.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1936
- HeadquartersWarrington, United Kingdom
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Winterwarm does
Winterwarm Heating Solutions B.V. is a Dutch privately-held manufacturer of unit air heating, cooling, and LED lighting systems for industrial, agricultural, and commercial buildings, founded in 1936 and headquartered in Winterswijk, Netherlands, with a UK subsidiary (Winterwarm UK Ltd.) in Warrington. The company operates through the holding company WinEnergy B.V. and additional subsidiaries Winterwarm Agri UK Ltd. and Industrial Heating Service B.V. Its product portfolio spans condensing gas-fired heaters (HR series at ~106% efficiency), hybrid heat-pump/gas Qwikshift systems (QSE/QSG), LPHW unit heaters (WWH, JET), electric heaters (EH, DX-EH), direct gas agricultural heaters (DHX, DXC, DXE), air circulation/destratification units, radiant tubes, air curtains, and the WinterCooler — complemented by WinLed and Luminaid LED lighting brands. All products are developed, produced, and tested in-house, with manufacturing now augmented by a Prima Power Night Train FMS automated sheet-metal line commissioned in 2026.
Winterwarm monetizes primarily through quote-based hardware sales to enterprises and SMBs (industrial manufacturers, poultry/agricultural operators, food distributors, commercial venues) via regional field sales managers in the UK and a certified installer/service-partner network globally, supplemented by an online service-parts webshop and recurring annual servicing contracts (mandatory in the UK). Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the firm has no institutional funding, is family-controlled, and operates with 11–50 employees. The technology positioning is efficiency-led (up to 70% CO2 reduction, ~106% condensing efficiency, Modbus/BMS/Smart-Grid integration), and the go-to-market is relationship-driven, with technical consultation, Quickscan heat-load tools, and industry trade shows (VIV Europe, British Pig and Poultry Fair) supporting demand generation across three vertical segments: industrial (primary), agricultural (primary), and commercial (secondary).
Winterwarm firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Winterwarm
- Legal name
- Winterwarm Heating Solutions B.V.
- Website
- https://winterwarm.co.uk
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1936
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Winterwarm is a Dutch family-owned manufacturer (founded 1936) of unit air heaters, hybrid heat-pump systems, and LED lighting for industrial, agricultural, and commercial buildings, selling through regional field sales, certified installers, and an online parts webshop.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Winterwarm industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Heating Equipment
- NAICS
- Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)
- SIC
- Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Heating Equipment, Except Electric & Warm Air Furnaces (3433)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Heat Exchangers & Thermal Transfer Equipment (IMAHAKAC)
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Where Winterwarm is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Warrington
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Winterwarm business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Climate Control Systems Sales: Sale of air heating and cooling systems including gas-fired unit heaters, hybrid heat pumps, LPHW heaters, electric heaters, and accessories. Products are sold through field sales with technical consultation, with prices varying by capacity and configuration.
- LED Lighting Solutions: Sale of WinLed and Luminaid LED lighting products including linear lighting, recessed fixtures, surface mount solutions, and specialized luminaires for demanding environments.
- Service Parts: Webshop sales of replacement parts, accessories, and components for all Winterwarm products. Parts include burners, fans, sensors, controls, and maintenance items with prices ranging from £4 to £546.
- Service and Maintenance: Annual servicing (mandatory in UK), warranty services, and maintenance contracts offered through certified service partners and the company's own service engineer.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Service Parts (Webshop) |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Full Climate Control Systems |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Winterwarm product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Winterwarm designs, manufactures, and sells unit air heating systems (gas-fired condensing, hybrid heat pump, LPHW, electric, and oil-fired), air circulation/destratification units, radiant tube heaters, air curtains, and cooling solutions, along with industrial LED lighting under the WinLed and Luminaid brands. Products are sold to industrial, agricultural, and commercial customers across Europe and beyond, supported by a service parts webshop and a network of certified installers.
Product overview
Winterwarm is a Dutch manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of climate control and lighting solutions. The company operates two main product brands: Winterwarm (air heating, cooling, and circulation) and WinLed/Luminaid (LED lighting). The climate control range includes gas-fired condensing heaters (HR, HR EC, XR plus), heat pump hybrid systems (Qwikshift QSE/QSG with HPX), electric heaters (EH, DX-EH), LPHW water-based heaters (WWH, WWH LT, WWH EC, JET-M, JET-S), agricultural-specific heaters (DXC, DXE, DHX), air circulation/de-stratification units (WCU, WCU EC, Rendovent, DXF), air curtains (ACM), radiant heating, and cooling (WinterCooler). The lighting portfolio features WinLed Skyline linear lighting, Luminaid IP65-certified luminaires for demanding environments (DATALUX.LT, DATALUX.AC, NEXTGEN), recessed and surface-mount solutions, and retrofit modules. Products are designed for industrial, agricultural, and commercial applications with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- WinLed: High-quality and efficient LED lighting brand for production floors, office environments, and workshops with modular designs and smart control options.
- Luminaid
Products and services
- Qwikshift QSE Hybrid Air Heater Full-electric hybrid air heater combining a heat pump with an electric booster, designed to provide both heating and cooling for industrial and commercial buildings without gas.
- Qwikshift QSG Hybrid Air Heater Hybrid air heater combining a heat pump (12-16 kW) with a gas-fired condensing booster (30-50 kW) and a Smart Controller, used to replace conventional gas unit air heaters with up to 60% lower energy consumption and 70% CO2 reduction.
- HPX Heat Pump Monobloc air/water heat pump available in 6, 12, and 30 kW capacities, with COP >5 and A+++ energy class using R32 refrigerant; used in combination with Qwikshift hybrid heaters or WWH-LT and JET heaters.
- HR High-Efficiency Gas-Fired Unit Air Heater Condensing gas-fired air heater with approximately 106% efficiency, modulating burner and stepless fan modulation back to 30%, available from 10-120 kW for industrial, commercial, and agricultural buildings.
- HR EC Gas-Fired Air Heater High-efficiency gas-fired air heater with EC fan technology providing approximately 25% electricity savings versus standard HR models.
- XR plus Gas-Fired Unit Air Heater ErP 2021-compliant non-condensing gas-fired unit air heater available in 6 outputs for highly efficient industrial and commercial heating at a competitive price point.
- DHX Direct Gas-Fired Air Heater (Agricultural) Direct gas-fired air heater engineered for fast and effective heating of poultry houses, pigsties, and greenhouses without additional CO2 or water vapour.
- DXC Gas-Fired Warm Air Heater (Poultry) Gas-fired warm air heater with a room-sealed fresh air and flue exhaust system, specifically designed for poultry houses.
- DXE Outside-Installed Gas-Fired Heater (Poultry) Gas-fired warm air heater designed to be installed outside the building for poultry sheds, keeping equipment out of the animal area.
- DXB Oil-Fired Air Heater Oil-fired air heater for applications where natural gas is not available.
- Boxer+ Gas-Fired Air Heater Gas-fired air heater in the Boxer+ series for commercial and industrial heating applications.
- JET-M LPHW High-Ceiling Unit Heater LPHW (hot water) unit heater especially engineered for heating high areas, with a discharge head with inducing nozzles that moves up to 10 times more air than standard air heaters.
- JET-S LPHW High-Ceiling Unit Heater LPHW unit heater in the JET series designed for sustainable heating of high industrial halls with efficient heat distribution.
- WWH LT Low-Temperature LPHW Heater LPHW unit heater developed for low water temperatures from heat pumps or low-temperature central heating boilers, enabling sustainable heating.
- WWH EC LPHW Unit Heater LPHW unit heater with EC fan technology for energy-efficient heating with reduced electricity consumption.
- WWH LPHW Unit Heater Standard LPHW (hot water) unit heater that can be connected to central heating systems, available for wall or ceiling mounting with horizontal or vertical air flow.
- EH Electric Unit Heater All-electric, plug-and-play unit heater for smaller commercial buildings, available with capacities up to 40 kW.
- DX-EH Electric Air Heater (Agricultural) Electric air heater for sustainable heating of agricultural stables, providing a gas-free heating option.
- WCU Air Circulation / Destratification Unit Air circulation and destratification unit ensuring even heat distribution and reduced heat loss through the roof in large spaces.
- WCU EC Destratification Fan Air circulation unit with EC fan technology for energy-efficient destratification.
- Rendovent Ceiling Fan Ceiling fan for air circulation and heat distribution in industrial and commercial spaces.
- ACM Air Curtain Air curtain for installation at large access doors, loading docks, or separation doors to prevent heat losses.
- Radiant Tubes Heating Radiant tube heating system for industrial and commercial applications.
- WinterCooler Industrial Cooling Cooling solution for industrial and commercial spaces, complementing the heating product range.
- WinLed Skyline Linear LED Lighting High-quality LED light line system designed for industrial applications such as production halls, warehouses, and retail spaces, with modular designs and smart control options.
- Luminaid NEXTGEN LED Luminaire Advanced LED luminaire in the Luminaid range for demanding environments.
- Luminaid DATALUX.LT IP65 LED Luminaire IP65-certified linear LED luminaire with external driver and emergency power supply for cold rooms, freezer cells, and HACCP environments.
- Luminaid DATALUX.AC IP65 LED Luminaire IP65-certified linear LED luminaire with integrated emergency lighting function, connecting directly to 220V for food processing and demanding environments.
- WinLed Recessed LED Lighting Recessed LED lighting solutions for office environments and bandraster ceiling systems.
- WinLed Surface Mount LED Lighting Surface-mounted LED luminaires including prefabricated solutions for various industrial and commercial applications.
- Retrofit LED Renovation Module LED retrofit solutions enabling modernization of existing lighting infrastructure without major modifications.
- Winterwarm Service Parts (Webshop) Webshop sales of replacement parts, accessories, and components for all Winterwarm products, including burners, fans, sensors, controls, and maintenance items with prices ranging from £34 to £546 (excluding VAT).
- Winterwarm Service and Maintenance Annual servicing (mandatory in UK), warranty services, and maintenance contracts offered through certified service partners and the company's own service engineer.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 70% reduction in CO2 emissions and energy consumption for businesses using Winterwarm sustainable solutions
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Winterwarm
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Winterwarm technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
Feature7 records
Winterwarm partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Prima PowercorePrima Power is supplying Winterwarm with the Night Train FMS automated production line for sheet metal manufacturing. This investment increases production capacity and strengthens automation in sheet metal production processes.
- WinLed (Brand)coreWinLed is Winterwarm's own brand for high-quality and efficient LED lighting for industrial applications, offering modular designs and smart control options for production halls, warehouses, and retail spaces.
- Luminaid (Brand)coreLuminaid is Winterwarm's brand for advanced, impact-resistant, dust-tight, IP65-certified linear luminaires suitable for demanding environments including food processing (HACCP), parking garages, car washes, and sports halls.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Winterwarm competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Strengths4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Winterwarm compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Winterwarm financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Winterwarm leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
Winterwarm subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
Winterwarm funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Winterwarm M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Winterwarm
What does Winterwarm do?
Winterwarm designs, manufactures, and sells unit air heating systems (gas-fired condensing, hybrid heat pump, LPHW, electric, and oil-fired), air circulation/destratification units, radiant tube heaters, air curtains, and cooling solutions, along with industrial LED lighting under the WinLed and Luminaid brands. Products are sold to industrial, agricultural, and commercial customers across Europe and beyond, supported by a service parts webshop and a network of certified installers.
Is Winterwarm a public or private company?
Winterwarm is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Winterwarm founded?
Winterwarm was founded in 1936. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Winterwarm based?
Winterwarm is headquartered in Warrington, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Winterwarm make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Climate Control Systems Sales are the primary driver. The others are LED Lighting Solutions, service Parts and service and Maintenance.
Does Winterwarm have an API?
No public API is recorded for Winterwarm.
What industry is Winterwarm in?
Winterwarm's product category is Industrial Heating Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAKAC, Heat Exchangers & Thermal Transfer Equipment. Its NAICS code is 333415 and its SIC code is 3585.