Hans Sasserath

What Hans Sasserath does

Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG, operating commercially under the SYR brand, is a German family-owned manufacturer of water management solutions headquartered in Korschenbroich with over 80 years of operating history and 101–250 employees. Its core offering covers drinking water management (filters, water softeners, pressure regulators, safety devices, valves for potable water heaters) and heating water management, supplemented by industrial valves and OEM/white-label solutions. The product architecture rests on a modular flange system (Universal, Compression, Combination, HWS flanges) that allows filters, softeners, and leakage-protection devices to be combined on a single installation, with key product lines (DRUFI+ filters, LEX/NeoSoft softeners, SafeTech leakage devices, TRIO combination unit, HygBox flushing station) increasingly delivered as IoT-enabled products controllable via the SYR Connect platform and SYR App over Wi-Fi/LAN.

The company sells primarily through B2B channels: specialist wholesalers and trade partners, four regional sales managers covering defined German postal-code areas, an inside-sales team at headquarters, an Austrian subsidiary (SYR Austria GmbH), and country-specific distribution partners across roughly 20 countries including Australia, China, France, the UK, and the USA. OEM customers are handled by dedicated OEM sales teams in Germany and Export under a licensing/royalty model for custom valve manufacturing. Pricing is quotation-based, ex-works in euros, with invoice payment terms (3% cash discount within 10 days, net within 30 days); the SYR Connect App and the SYRCode² service program are offered free of charge as freemium digital touchpoints to drive product adoption and lifecycle engagement.

Multiple SKUs carry DVGW certification and comply with DIN 1988, DIN EN 13443-1, DIN EN 1567 and DIN 3553, providing a credentialed footing in the German compliance-driven building services market. The company is led by family general managers Harald Sasserath and Elisa Sasserath-Kentsch, with no disclosed external investment, venture-capital, or private-equity involvement; revenue, funding rounds, and detailed financials are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Hans Sasserath

Legal name

Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://syr.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1939

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG (SYR) is a German family-owned manufacturer of drinking-water filtration, softening, leakage-protection and heating-water valves sold to wholesalers, installers, OEM industrial customers, and distributors in about 20 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Treatment Equipment and Building Services Valves

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914), Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (42372)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Monitoring & Control (Dosing Systems, Remote Monitoring, Sensors) (BPABAJAK)

Keywords

• Drinking water filtration
• Water softening systems
• Leakage protection devices
• Building services valves
• Heating water management

Headquarters

HQ city

Korschenbroich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 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. Water Treatment & Filtration Hardware Sales: One-time hardware sales of drinking water filters (DRUFI+, DUO, Ratio, POU), water softeners (LEX, NeoSoft), pressure regulators, safety valves, flanges, and accessories. Primarily sold through distributors, wholesalers, and directly to specialist planners and installers.
2. Heating Water Management Products: Water treatment products for heating systems and heating valves sold as one-time hardware. Complimentary to drinking water management product line.
3. OEM Solutions: Custom OEM valve manufacturing and white-label solutions for industrial customers, managed through dedicated OEM sales teams in Germany and Export.
4. SYR Connect App & Digital Services: Digital services including the SYR Connect App (free of charge) for controlling and monitoring connected devices, and SYRCode² service program for lifecycle management.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG, operating under the SYR brand, manufactures and distributes water management hardware for drinking water and heating water systems, including backwash filters (DRUFI+, DUO, Ratio, POU, Flange Filter series), water softeners (LEX Plus 10 Connect, LEX 1500 Connect in Single/Duplex/Alternating/Triple configurations, NeoSoft series), leakage protection devices (SafeTech Connect, SafeFloor Connect), pressure regulators, safety valves, dosing pumps, and industrial valves. Many products are web-enabled via the proprietary SYR Connect IoT platform for remote control and monitoring through the SYR App on smartphone, tablet, or PC. The portfolio is supported by a modular flange system allowing components to be combined on common connection infrastructure, and is sold through wholesalers, specialist trade partners, OEM customers, and international distributors.

Product overview

Hans Sasserath GmbH & Co. KG operates under the SYR brand and offers a comprehensive portfolio of water management solutions organized into two main categories: Drinking Water Management and Heating Water Management, plus Industrial Valves and OEM Solutions. The product lineup includes drinking water filters (DRUFI+, DUO, Ratio, Ratchet, POU, Flange Filter series), water softeners (LEX Plus 10 Connect, LEX 1500 Connect in Single/Duplex/Alternating/Triple configurations, NeoSoft 2500/5000 Connect), leakage protection devices (SafeTech Connect, SafeFloor Connect, TRIO DFR/LS Connect), hygiene monitoring (HygBox Connect), and dosing pumps (DP 3100 series). The portfolio is distinguished by the SYR Connect platform, which provides web-enabled WiFi/LAN connectivity for remote control and monitoring via smartphone, tablet, or PC using the SYR App. Many products are designed as modular systems that can be combined using the Universal flange, Compression flange, HWS-Flange, and Combination flange accessories. The SYRCode² program enables product registration and support services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SYR Connect: Internet-enabled smart water management system allowing control and monitoring via smartphone app
• SYRCode²
• DRUFI
• Safe-T / SafeTech
• LEX

Products and services

• SYR Connect Platform and SYR App Web-enabled connectivity platform for remote control and monitoring of SYR water management products via the SYR App on smartphone, tablet, or PC. Supports Wi-Fi/LAN connectivity, push notifications, and online/offline operation modes. Available free of charge.
• LEX Plus 10 Connect Water Softener Single water softener with web-enabled SYR App control. Features semi-automatic start-up, touch screen display, illuminated salt container, and compact design with external blending unit. Designed for residential drinking water softening.
• LEX Plus 10 S Connect Water Softener Water softener combining effective descaling with a sandwich-type connecting fitting for simultaneous connection of the DRUFI filter and LEX Plus 10 Connect. Designed for integrated installation with DRUFI filter.
• LEX Plus 10 SL Connect Water Softener with Leakage Protection Water softener with sandwich connection fitting including leakage protection function and integrated valve communication via SYR App. Three-function integrated installation (softening + filtration + leakage protection).
• NeoSoft 2500 Connect Water Softener Single water softener with state-of-the-art communication technology, automatic consumption-dependent operating mode selection (ECO, Standard, Power), and touchscreen control.
• NeoSoft 5000 Connect Duplex Water Softener Duplex water softener for up to eight residential units featuring 7-inch touch display, parallel flow through both tanks for hygienic operation and high flow rate, automatic operating mode selection.
• LEX 1500 Connect Single Water Softener Quantity and time-controlled individual water softener for single-family homes and apartment buildings with web-enabled SYR App control and automatic disinfection.
• LEX 1500 Connect Duplex Water Softener Two quantity and time-controlled individual water softeners with doubled flow rate and capacity, each separately shut off for maintenance via bypass valve.
• LEX 1500 Connect Alternating Water Softener Quantity and time-controlled alternating water softening system for continuous soft water supply with automatic disinfection and color display.
• LEX T 1500 Connect Triple Water Softener Quantity and time-controlled triple water softening system for continuous soft water supply in apartment houses, with each system separately shut off for maintenance.
• TRIO DFR/LS Connect 2425 Combined Filter/Leakage Protection Device Combination of semi-automatic backwash filter, pressure reducer, and leakage protection in a single unit with integrated Wi-Fi/LAN connectivity and SYR App control. Complies with DIN EN 13443-1, DIN EN 1567, and DIN 3553.
• SafeTech Connect Leakage Protection Device Continuously measures flow rate and pressure, determines water hardness. Features self-learning phase, motor-controlled isolating ball valve, microleakage testing, and can operate as swarm control center. Battery-driven emergency operation.
• SafeFloor Connect Leakage Detection Sensor Smart floor sensor measuring humidity, room temperatures, and water leaks with LED and audio alerts. Works with SafeTech Connect as control center and is compatible with wibutler smart home platform.
• HygBox Connect 2622 Flushing Station Measures temperatures, flow rate, and pressure. Activates flushing based on stagnation time or water temperature. Built-in WiFi, USB-C port, push notifications, online/offline operation. Addresses Legionella risk from stagnant water in commercial installations.
• DRUFI+ DFR 2315 and FR 2315 Drinking Water Filter Semi-automatic backwash filters for domestic installations. DFR variant includes pressure reducing valve with outlet pressure adjustment 1.5-6 bar. Memory function for maintenance reminder.
• DRUFI+ DFF 2315 and FF 2315 Cartridge Drinking Water Filter Cartridge filters for drinking water. DFF variant includes pressure reducing valve with outlet pressure setting range 1.5 to 6 bar.
• DRUFI+ max DFR/FR 2315 Drinking Water Filter Semi-automatic backwash filter with award-winning design, high flow rate, UV-protection against microbial growth. DFR variant includes pressure reducing valve; FR is upgradable.
• DUO DFR 2314 and FR 2314 Backwash Filter Backwash filters with fully rotatable integrated connection flange, DVGW approval, noise-tested with acoustic protection class 1. Complies with DIN 1988.
• DUO HOT DFR 2314 and FR 2314 Hot Water Backwash Filter Hot water compatible backwash filters for use with water up to 80 degrees C. DVGW-tested safety, noise-tested with acoustic protection class 1.
• Ratio DFR/FR 5315 Self-Cleaning Backwash Filter Self-cleaning backwash filters with pressure reducing valve option (1.5-6 bar preset to 4 bar). Body made of high-quality brass alloy.
• Ratio DFR/FR HOT 5315 Hot Water Self-Cleaning Filter Self-cleaning filters designed for hot water applications with pressure reducing valve option.
• Ratio VARIO DFR/FR 5315 Variable Configuration Backwash Filter Variable configuration backwash filter with pressure reducing valve option.
• Ratchet Filter 5314 Backwash Filter Backwash filter with integrated connection flange and acoustic feedback when opening or ending position is reached.
• POU max 7315 Point-of-Use Filter Backwashable 3-in-1 potable water filter combining dirt particle filter, activated carbon filter, and bacteria filter for use immediately upstream of draw-off point.
• POU smart 7315 Point-of-Use Filter with Tap Point-of-use filter with integrated tap for filtered water at the draw-off location.
• Flange Filter 6380 Industrial Drinking Water Filter High-quality backwash filter for flange connection in DN 65-100 sizes. Body made of gunmetal, meets DIN EN 13443-1 and DIN 19628 requirements. Designed for industrial-scale drinking water filtration.
• Jetfi 1998 DN 20 Backwash Filter DN 20 backwash filter with new high-efficiency backwash system.
• DP 1 3100 and DP 2 3100 Dosing Pumps Dosing pumps designed to add mineral solutions to potable water for corrosion prevention, lime deposit prevention, and pH value elevation. Meets EN 14812 and DIN 19635-100.
• SYRCode² Service Program Product registration and loyalty/service program for registered installers and trade partners. Managed by Viola Hill (Marketing Service Program SYRCode²), providing additional support and services to the trade channel.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000 cases of water damage occur every day in Germany alone, with numbers increasing yearly — SYR's SafeTech Connect and SafeFloor Connect systems provide proactive protection against this widespread risk.
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• DONGLI TECHNOLOGY (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD / SYR TRADING (SHANGHAI) CO., LTDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDONGLI TECHNOLOGY (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD and SYR TRADING (SHANGHAI) CO., LTD serve as SYR's primary distribution and trading partners in China. They handle SYR product sales, distribution, and customer support in the Chinese market from their Shanghai office. Both Chinese (东利科技(上海)有限公司, 汉斯希尔贸易(上海)有限公司) and English names are used.
• SYR Austria GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSYR Austria GmbH is a subsidiary/distribution partner managing SYR product sales in Austria, staffed by Martin Leitner (CEO SYR-Austria) and sales water treatment specialists including Michael Biela, Martin Saxenhuber, and Alexander Ronacher.
• Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) — Australia, France, UKmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRWC serves as SYR's distribution partner in multiple English-speaking and French markets: as RMC Valves in Australia (Brisbane), RWC France SAS in France (Le Blanc Mesnil), and Reliance Worldwide Corporation UK Limited in Great Britain (West Drayton).
• SYR Oceanic – water treatment bvba (Belgium)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSYR Oceanic – water treatment bvba distributes SYR products in Belgium from their office in Holsbeek (B-3220), operating under the website debestewaterbehandeling.be.
• Coditherm Distribution S.A.R.L. (France)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCoditherm Distribution S.A.R.L. is a distribution partner for SYR products in France, located in Fontaine (F-38603). Phone: +33 4 76265136.
• RAMINEX International B.V. (Netherlands)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRAMINEX International B.V. distributes SYR products in the Netherlands from Utrecht (NL-3454 PE).
• Husty (Poland)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHusty distributes SYR products in Poland from Krakow (PL-31989), operating the website husty.pl. Poland also has a dedicated country site at syr.pl.
• TZB control s.r.o. (Czech Republic)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTZB control s.r.o. serves as SYR's distribution partner in the Czech Republic from Třebotov (CZ-252 26). Website: syrcz.cz.
• OY Teknocalor AB (Finland)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOY Teknocalor AB distributes SYR products in Finland from Vantaa (FIN-01300).
• SGP Armatec AS (Norway)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSGP Armatec AS distributes SYR products in Norway from Asker.
• Somatherm VVS AB (Sweden)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSomatherm VVS AB distributes SYR products in Sweden from Arvika.
• Sysclima - Sistemas y Soluciones Climáticas S.L. (Spain)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSysclima - Sistemas y Soluciones Climáticas S.L. distributes SYR products in Spain from Tudela, Navarra (E-31500).
• Ammark Corporation (USA)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmmark Corporation distributes SYR products in the USA from Pompton Plains, NJ (07444). Phone: 800 937 0426.
• Halograph (PTY) (South Africa)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHalograph (PTY) distributes SYR products in South Africa from Centurion (0157).
• Reflex Hellas A.E. (Greece)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReflex Hellas A.E. distributes SYR products in Greece from Dafni, Athens (17237).
• SKS Võru OÜ (Estonia)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSKS Võru OÜ distributes SYR products in Estonia from Tallinn (10621).
• Cobra Chubretovic Y Cia. LTDA / Inversiones Oceano Pacifico SAC (Chile/Peru)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCobra Chubretovic Y Cia. LTDA in Chile (Santiago) and Inversiones Oceano Pacifico SAC in Peru (Lima) distribute SYR products in South American markets.
• Horst Weier GmbH (Regional Representation, Germany)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHorst Weier GmbH serves as an industrial representation partner for SYR in Germany, covering the Münster region (area) from Bocholt.
• L.R.I. La Robinetterie Industrielle S.A. (France)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorL.R.I. La Robinetterie Industrielle S.A. distributes SYR products in France from Montreuil (F-93107).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Caleffi: Caleffi is an Italian manufacturer of valves, heating system components, and water-treatment devices serving European building-services OEMs and wholesalers. It overlaps with SYR's heating water management line and component-level valve portfolio, particularly for OEM integration.
• Grünbeck Wasseraufbereitung: Grünbeck is a German family-owned manufacturer of drinking water filters, water softeners, and legionella-protection systems with a very similar product portfolio and German-market customer base to SYR. Both compete in DVGW-certified residential and commercial water treatment distributed via specialist wholesalers.
• BWT (Best Water Technology): BWT is a European water-treatment specialist headquartered in Austria, offering residential and commercial water filters, softeners, and dosing systems. It is the closest direct peer to SYR in product scope and target customer (installers, wholesalers, building owners), competing head-to-head in drinking-water filtration and softening.
• Judo Wasseraufbereitung: Judo is a German manufacturer specializing in drinking water filtration, softening, and safety valves for domestic installations, sold through the same specialist plumbing wholesale channel as SYR. The product categories (backwash filters, softeners, leakage protection) overlap almost completely.

Broad incumbents

• Viega: Viega is a German family-owned manufacturer of plumbing press-fit systems, valves, and water-management components. It is an adjacent incumbent serving the same specialist wholesalers and installers as SYR but with a much wider plumbing-system focus.
• Watts Water Technologies: Watts is a US-listed global manufacturer of water treatment, plumbing, and flow-control products. It overlaps with SYR in valves, backwash filters, pressure regulation, and water safety devices, but at much larger scale and with a much broader product portfolio.
• Pentair: Pentair is a global water-treatment company offering residential and commercial filtration, softening, and connected-water products. It competes with SYR in residential water softening and filtration at significantly larger scale and with greater international distribution.
• Geberit: Geberit is a Swiss-listed European leader in sanitary systems and behind-the-wall installation technology. It is an adjacent broad incumbent that could expand into connected water management, putting pressure on SYR's niche.
• Honeywell Water Solutions: Honeywell's residential water division offers a broad portfolio of filters, softeners, and leak-detection products globally. It is significantly larger than SYR and competes in overlapping residential and light-commercial categories, with broader geographic reach and brand recognition.
• Reflex Wärmetechnik: Reflex is a German manufacturer of heating-system expansion vessels, water-treatment, and pressure-maintenance products. It directly overlaps with SYR's heating water management portfolio and shares the same German specialist trade channel.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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