Sattler
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1950
- HeadquartersGöppingen, Germany
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Sattler firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Sattler
- Legal name
- SATTLER GmbH
- Website
- https://sattler-lighting.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1950
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Sattler industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Architectural Lighting Fixtures
- NAICS
- Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351)
- SIC
- Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Commercial Lighting Fixture Installation (HSAOAFAM)
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Where Sattler is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Göppingen
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Sattler business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Luminaires and Special Solutions: Bespoke lighting solutions tailored to specific architectural projects. Includes modifications to existing luminaire families, custom geometries, special sizes, and unique surface finishes. Revenue generated through project-based one-time orders with close collaboration from design through installation.
- Series/Standard Luminaires: High-quality serial production luminaires including ring lights, linear systems, pendant lights, acoustic lights, spotlights, downlights, and table/floor/wall luminaires. Products can be project-specifically adapted in size, surface, light color, control and mounting type.
- Lighting Design Services: Professional lighting design services including creative lighting design, standard-compliant light calculations using DIALux, 3D visualizations, and technical project support. Services provided as part of comprehensive project support from concept to implementation.
- Installation Services: In-house installation team providing precise and punctual installation service for complex requirements. Electricians and lighting experts install projects throughout Germany, Europe and worldwide. Includes support up to final commissioning.
- SATTLER-RE (Refurbished Products): Take-back guarantee program where returned products are professionally refurbished and offered for second life under the SATTLER-RE sub-brand, supporting circular economy principles.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Standard Series Luminaires |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Custom/Project Luminaires |
| Other | One time/ perpetual license | 6-Year Warranty Extension |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels7 records
Marketing channels9 records
Sattler product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SATTLER is a German luminaire manufactory that designs, produces, and installs high-end architectural LED luminaires (ring, linear, pendant, acoustic, spotlight, downlight, table, floor, wall, and large-format light-ceiling fixtures), plus project-specific bespoke luminaires. The company sells primarily via direct project sales and a curated showroom/partner network to architects, lighting designers, and enterprise clients across Germany, Europe, and worldwide, supported by in-house lighting design (DIALux), 3D planning data (pCon), installation, and a 6-year manufacturer warranty.
Product overview
SATTLER is a German luminaire manufactory (Leuchtenmanufaktur) offering high-quality lighting solutions for architecture and interior design. The product portfolio comprises multiple core product categories including Ringleuchten (ring luminaires such as Anello, Circolo, Duetto, Slim, Doppio), Linearleuchten (linear systems like Paladio, Fio), Pendelleuchten (pendant luminaires including Avveni, Angolo, Favo, Fino, Palito, Gioco, Toccata), Akustikleuchten (acoustic luminaires with Baffel, Soft, L+A Panel), Strahler & Downlights (spotlights and downlights including Evolution + Tia, Spilla, Girata), Tisch & Stehleuchten (table and floor lamps such as Highmoon Flat, Insospeso Floor), Wandleuchten (wall luminaires), and Lichtdecken (light ceilings). SATTLER also offers Projektleuchten & Sonderleuchten (custom/bespoke luminaires) that modify existing products or create entirely new designs. The company provides complementary services including pCon 3D planning, Lichtplanung (lighting design), SATTLER Installation, and a 6-year warranty. SUSTAINABILITY is addressed through the SATTLER-RE sub-brand for circular economy.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SATTLER-RE: Circular economy sub-brand for take-back, refurbishment and remanufacturing of SATTLER luminaires, supporting the company's sustainability strategy.
Products and services
- Ringleuchten (Ring Luminaires) Circular ring-shaped luminaires including Anello, Circolo, Duetto, Slim, Doppio, and Insospeso families. Available in various sizes, finishes, and mounting options for architectural applications. Targets architects and lighting designers specifying premium fixtures.
- Linearleuchten (Linear Luminaires) Linear lighting systems including Paladio for structured illumination in work and circulation areas, Fio, and custom linear configurations. Targets architectural projects requiring continuous-line illumination.
- Pendelleuchten (Pendant Luminaires) Pendant luminaires including Avveni, Angolo, Favo, Fino, Palito, Gioco, Toccata, and others for precise lighting accents and flexible arrangements. Targets corporate, hospitality, retail and public-building interiors.
- Akustikleuchten (Acoustic Luminaires) Luminaires with acoustic absorption properties combining lighting quality with room acoustics. Includes Baffel, Soft, L+A Panel, and Acoustic Light Panels. Targets open offices, meeting rooms, retail and hospitality interiors where acoustic comfort is required alongside lighting.
- Strahler & Downlights (Spotlights & Downlights) Directional spotlights and recessed downlights including Evolution + Tia, Spilla, and Girata families for targeted illumination. Used in accent lighting and integration with architectural details.
- Tisch & Stehleuchten (Table & Floor Luminaires) Freestanding table and floor lamps including Highmoon Flat, Insospeso Floor, Paladio Floor, and others for flexible positioning. Targets high-end residential, hospitality and corporate office interiors.
- Wandleuchten (Wall Luminaires) Wall-mounted luminaires for accent and ambient lighting applications across architectural interiors.
- Lichtdecken (Light Ceilings) Large-scale luminous ceiling systems with uniform, glare-free illumination. Custom-designed for each project as recessed, surface-mounted, or suspended solutions. Includes options for dynamic lighting control, Tunable White, and RGB/RGBW. Targets large public, conference and architectural projects.
- Projektleuchten & Sonderleuchten (Custom/Bespoke Luminaires) Individually customised luminaires for projects with specific requirements. Includes modifications to existing products (size, shape, finish, technology) and entirely new bespoke designs. Targets signature architectural and bespoke interior projects.
- pCon 3D Planning Service Digital planning service providing SATTLER luminaires as configurable 3D data in pCon.catalog for visualization, configuration, and integration into CAD/BIM workflows. Used by architects, lighting planners and interior designers for project planning.
- Lichtplanung (Lighting Design Service) Professional lighting design services including creative concept development, mood definition, light calculations, and standard-compliant implementation using DIALux software. Provided to projects from concept to implementation.
- SATTLER Installation Service In-house installation team providing on-site assembly, commissioning, and support for complex luminaires throughout Germany, Europe, and worldwide. Targets complex architectural projects requiring precise, punctual installation.
- 6-Year SATTLER Warranty Voluntary manufacturer's warranty extending statutory warranty to 6 years for all SATTLER products upon registration within 60 days of final invoice. Available to enterprise and project customers.
- SATTLER-RE Refurbished Luminaires (Circular Economy Sub-Brand) Sub-brand offering take-back, professional refurbishment, and remanufacturing of returned SATTLER luminaires for second-life use, supporting the company's circular-economy strategy. Sold via SATTLER-RE Shop.
Quantifiable outcome
- World record lighting project: Congress Center Hamburg - largest ring luminaire installation
Companies that use Sattler
Customer profileNamed customers14 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Sattler technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
Feature5 records
Sattler partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Material BankcoreMaterial Bank is the world's largest platform for architects and designers to search for and order material samples. They send samples of SATTLER products in sustainable, reusable packaging overnight to efficiently support planning processes.
- Object CarpetcoreObject Carpet is a pioneer in innovative carpet solutions. At the Orgatec trade fair, SATTLER presents combinations of stylish floor coverings with customized lighting solutions together with Object Carpet.
- Walter KnollcoreWalter Knoll is known for high-quality furniture and interior designs. They partner for projects and trade fairs combining light and sophisticated interior design solutions. Together they create harmonious room concepts.
- Zimmer+RohdecoreZimmer+Rohde is one of the leading textile publishers. They work with SATTLER to showcase rooms using high-quality textiles and atmospheric lighting solutions, for example at trade fair appearances such as Orgatec.
- ArchiExpominorArchiExpo is a leading digital platform connecting professionals in architecture, design and construction with innovative products. Through the partnership, SATTLER presents luminaires to a global professional audience.
- Global Compact (UNGC)coreAs a member of the UN Global Compact Network Germany, SATTLER actively promotes responsible corporate governance and supports implementation of the 10 principles and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- CONCULARcoreCONCULAR is a digital ecosystem specializing in circular construction. They enable reuse of building materials through digital building resource passports. Partnership allows SATTLER to support customers in sustainable projects and extend luminaires' lifecycle through 'second hand' use.
- DAUPHIN HumanDesign GroupcoreTogether with Dauphin for ergonomic design and quality of light. Partnership combines high-quality lighting solutions with innovative furniture design to create inspiring workspaces that promote functionality and well-being.
- Co:Werk Next Lab GmbHminorCo:Werk is a versatile design palace in Vienna serving as showroom, event location and co-working space. Promotes exchange between experts in architecture, design and construction industry with inspiring workplaces and representative premises for events.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Sattler competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Louis Poulsen: Danish premium architectural and decorative lighting brand with strong design heritage and global showroom network. Comparable to Sattler for premium architectural projects in hospitality, public buildings and high-end corporate spaces.
- Flos: Italian premium designer lighting brand within Design Holding, known for high-end architectural and decorative luminaires. Comparable to Sattler on design prestige, premium pricing, and architectural project work with an international showroom footprint.
- iGuzzini: Italian premium architectural lighting brand (now within Fagerhult Group) with deep custom/bespoke capability and strong specifier network. Closely comparable to Sattler in project-led, design-driven architectural lighting for European institutions and corporate HQs.
- Zumtobel Group: Austrian publicly listed manufacturer of premium architectural lighting (Zumtobel, Thorn, Tridonic). Direct peer because Sattler competes head-to-head for European high-end architectural specifications across commercial, hospitality, healthcare and public-sector projects.
- Delta Light: Belgian premium architectural lighting manufacturer focused on specification-grade recessed, linear and surface luminaires for high-end residential, hospitality and commercial projects. Comparable scale, custom-engineering capability and specification-led go-to-market.
- Kreon: Belgian/Austrian premium architectural lighting brand specialising in custom and series luminaires for architects. Direct comparison with Sattler on small-batch, design-led architectural lighting and European project-led sales.
- Artemide: Italian family-controlled premium architectural lighting manufacturer with an extensive catalogue of designer-collaboration luminaires. Highly comparable as a design-led, custom-capable European manufacturer competing in the same specifier-driven projects as Sattler.
- Trilux: German family-owned lighting manufacturer of professional indoor and outdoor luminaires for commercial, office, education and healthcare. Comparable as a German premium-manufactory competitor with overlapping architectural lighting lines.
Broad incumbents
- Fagerhult Group: Swedish-listed lighting group owning iGuzzini, Targetti, LED Linear and others. Broader incumbent comparable to Sattler's market segment but with substantially larger scale, broader portfolio and a multi-brand specifier offering.
- Signify (Philips Lighting): Global lighting major (Philips, Color Kinetics, Modular, Luceplan) offering architectural, professional and connected-lighting systems. Relevant as a broad incumbent competing for the same large commercial and institutional tenders that Sattler targets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
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Sattler leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
Sattler funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Frequently asked questions about Sattler
What does Sattler do?
SATTLER is a German luminaire manufactory that designs, produces, and installs high-end architectural LED luminaires (ring, linear, pendant, acoustic, spotlight, downlight, table, floor, wall, and large-format light-ceiling fixtures), plus project-specific bespoke luminaires. The company sells primarily via direct project sales and a curated showroom/partner network to architects, lighting designers, and enterprise clients across Germany, Europe, and worldwide, supported by in-house lighting design (DIALux), 3D planning data (pCon), installation, and a 6-year manufacturer warranty.
Is Sattler a public or private company?
Sattler is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Sattler founded?
Sattler was founded in 1950. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Sattler based?
Sattler is headquartered in Göppingen, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Sattler make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Custom Luminaires and Special Solutions are the primary driver. The others are series/Standard Luminaires, lighting Design Services, installation Services and SATTLER-RE (Refurbished Products).
Who are Sattler's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Louis Poulsen, Flos, iGuzzini, Zumtobel Group, Delta Light, Kreon, Artemide and Trilux. Broad incumbents are Fagerhult Group and Signify (Philips Lighting).
Does Sattler have an API?
No public API is recorded for Sattler.
What industry is Sattler in?
Sattler's product category is Architectural Lighting Fixtures. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAIAA, Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights), with a secondary code of HSAOAFAM, Commercial Lighting Fixture Installation. Its NAICS code is 335132 and its SIC code is 3640.