SETOLITE

What SETOLITE does

Setolite Lichttechnik GmbH is a German manufacturer of professional lighting equipment headquartered in Hückeswagen, Germany, operating under a "Made in Germany" quality positioning. Founded in 1995 and structured as a private limited company (GmbH), the firm serves industrial, construction, and hazardous-environment customers through a comprehensive catalog of roughly twenty product categories.

The portfolio spans handheld flashlights (Handleuchten), headlamps, large-area illumination systems (Großflächenbeleuchtung), hall and tent lighting, container lighting, long-field fixtures, construction and crane-mounted spotlights, vehicle lights, tube/pipe lights, explosion-protected fixtures (Ex-Schutz), and supporting infrastructure including tripod and mast systems, power distributors, cable drums, batteries and rechargeable battery solutions, and emergency power supplies. The company's stated technical differentiator is "Lumen Real," an accuracy-and-precision framing around measured luminous flux output rather than a publicly documented proprietary platform.

The business model is direct hardware sales to professional and industrial buyers, executed via a quote-based motion (contact form with callback, email quote, or postal quotation) with no public pricing. Distribution is direct in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, expanded to sixteen additional European countries, and extended internationally to the United States, Canada, and Australia, with a multilingual (German/English/French) website supporting cross-border lead capture. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding history, M&A activity, partnerships, certifications data, or management team information in the available source material.

Name

SETOLITE

Legal name

Setolite Lichttechnik GmbH

Website

https://setolite.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Setolite Lichttechnik GmbH is a German manufacturer, founded in 1995 and based in Hückeswagen, that designs and sells professional lighting hardware — including handheld, large-area, construction, and explosion-protected fixtures — directly to industrial and construction buyers across Europe, the US, Canada, and Australia under a "Made in Germany" positioning.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lighting Equipment

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights) (IMAGAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), Hazardous Location & Explosion-Proof Lighting (ATEX/IECEx, intrinsically safe fixtures) (IMAGAIAC)

Keywords

• Professional lighting equipment
• Industrial lighting solutions
• Construction site lighting
• Explosion-proof lighting
• Portable work lights

Headquarters

HQ city

Hückeswagen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Lighting Equipment Sales: Sale of professional lighting products including handheld devices, large-area lighting systems, construction site lighting, and related accessories. Products are sold directly to industrial and professional customers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Setolite (Setolite Lichttechnik GmbH) manufactures and sells professional lighting equipment for industrial, construction site, and demanding work environments. The product portfolio spans handheld flashlights, headlamps, large-area lighting systems, explosion-protected fixtures, vehicle lights, and crane spotlights, along with supporting accessories such as rechargeable batteries, power distributors, tripods, masts, cable drums, and emergency power supplies. All products are manufactured in Germany and sold directly to industrial and professional customers via quote-based sales.

Product overview

Setolite (Setolite Lichttechnik GmbH) is a German professional lighting solutions provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of lighting products for industry, construction sites, and related applications. The company provides both portable handheld devices (Handleuchten/flashlights) and large-scale fixed lighting systems (Großflächenbeleuchtung). Their product range includes specialized categories such as explosion-protected lighting (Ex-Schutz), vehicle lights (Fahrzeugleuchten), and construction crane spotlights (Baubeleuchtung & Kranstrahler). Supporting infrastructure products include power distribution units (Stromverteiler), tripod and mast systems (Stativ- & Mastsysteme), cable drums and extensions (Kabeltrommeln und Verlängerungen), and battery/ rechargeable battery solutions (Batterie, Akku, Akku-Lösungen). The company also offers portable accessories like head lamps (Kopf- & Stirnleuchten), emergency power solutions (Notstromversorgung), and various mounting accessories (Zubehör). All products emphasize quality control and international standards with Made in Germany manufacturing. The company markets a new 'Produktberater' (Product Advisor) tool, suggesting customer-facing digital guidance for product selection.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Large-area Lighting Systems (Großflächenbeleuchtung) Professional large-area lighting systems designed for industrial and construction site applications, providing illumination for expansive work areas.
• Container Lighting (Containerbeleuchtung) Specialized lighting solutions for shipping containers and containerized environments, designed for durability in confined spaces.
• Hall & Tent Lighting (Hallen- & Zeltbeleuchtung) Lighting systems for warehouses, halls, and tent structures, providing efficient illumination for enclosed industrial and event spaces.
• Long-field Lights (Langfeldleuchten) Elongated lighting fixtures designed for illuminating long stretches or corridors, commonly used in industrial facilities.
• Handle Lights/Flashlights (Handleuchten) Handheld portable lighting devices for professional use, offering mobility for tasks requiring focused illumination.
• Batteries (Batterie) Battery products for powering portable lighting equipment and professional lighting solutions.
• Rechargeable Batteries (Akku) Rechargeable battery solutions for professional lighting applications, providing sustainable power sources.
• Head & Forehead Lights (Kopf- & Stirnleuchten) Wearable head-mounted lighting solutions for hands-free illumination during professional tasks.
• Emergency Power Supply (Notstromversorgung) Emergency backup power systems for lighting applications, ensuring illumination during power outages.
• Tripod & Mast Systems (Stativ- & Mastsysteme) Portable stands and mast systems for positioning and elevating lighting fixtures at construction sites and industrial locations.
• Power Distributors (Stromverteiler) Power distribution units for managing and distributing electrical supply to multiple lighting fixtures.
• Accessories (Zubehör) Supporting equipment and components including mounting hardware, cables, and adapters for professional lighting systems.
• Construction Lighting & Crane Spotlights (Baubeleuchtung & Kranstrahler) High-powered illumination systems designed for construction sites, including crane-mounted spotlights for large-area coverage.
• Spotlights (Strahler) Focused beam spotlights for targeted illumination in specific work areas or for highlighting particular zones.
• Special Products (Spezialprodukte) Custom and specialized lighting solutions for unique industrial requirements and niche applications.
• Vehicle Lights (Fahrzeugleuchten) Lighting solutions for vehicles and mobile equipment used in industrial and construction environments.
• Explosion Protection Lighting (Ex-Schutz) Explosion-protected lighting fixtures designed for hazardous environments where flammable gases or dusts may be present.
• Pipe Lights (Rohrleuchten) Tubular lighting fixtures designed for installation in or along pipes and industrial infrastructure.
• Work Lights (Arbeitsleuchten) Durable work lights designed for industrial and construction applications, providing reliable illumination for various work tasks.
• Cable Drums & Extensions (Kabeltrommeln und Verlängerungen) Cable management solutions including cable drums and extension cords for powering lighting equipment.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Streamlight: US-based manufacturer of professional flashlights, headlamps, and scene lighting for industrial, fire/EMS, and military markets. Comparable in handheld and scene lighting but primarily serves North America vs Setolite's European base.
• Pelican Products (RALS / Area Lighting): US manufacturer of ruggedized portable lighting including the Remote Area Lighting System (RALS) line used at industrial and military sites. Overlaps with Setolite on large-area portable lighting but US-centric.

Direct peers

• Brennenstuhl: German manufacturer of professional lighting, cable reels, and power distribution products for trade and industrial use. Overlaps directly with Setolite across work lights, mobile lighting, cable drums, and power distribution.
• Scangrip: Danish manufacturer of professional work-site and detailing lighting, including handheld, headlamps, and large-area illumination. Highly comparable product portfolio and target customers (industrial, automotive, construction) to Setolite.
• Steinel Professional: German manufacturer specializing in sensor, floodlight, and professional lighting solutions for industrial and commercial use. Overlaps with Setolite on industrial floodlights and construction-site lighting categories.
• Festool (Work Lights): German premium power-tool manufacturer offering jobsite lighting (SYSLITE series) targeted at trades and construction professionals. Direct competitor to Setolite's portable work lights and tripod/mast systems.

Broad incumbents

• LEDVANCE (Osram): Global LED lighting company (formerly Osram's general lighting business) with strong portfolio in industrial and commercial fixtures. Competes with Setolite on industrial luminaires and LED replacement lamps but at a much larger scale.
• Zumtobel Group: Austrian-headquartered professional lighting group covering industrial, architectural, and outdoor applications. Comparable in industrial lighting category but with much larger scale and broader European presence.
• Bosch Professional (Work Lights): Global power tools brand whose professional work-light line (GLI series) competes with Setolite's handheld and jobsite lighting. Much larger company but overlapping professional trade customers.
• Philips (Signify) Industrial Lighting: Global lighting giant (Signify owns Philips Lighting) offering industrial, construction, and hazardous-location LED fixtures. Much larger competitor serving the same end markets as Setolite but with far broader portfolio and global distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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