Zepa

What Zepa does

Zepa S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer of high-performance cooking hobs (cooktops), headquartered in Pianezze in the Veneto region, operating as a subsidiary of Teka Group, a multinational kitchen and bathroom appliances conglomerate of German origin founded in 1924. The company designs, develops, and manufactures entirely in Italy a portfolio of 13 distinct product lines spanning gas, vitroceramic, induction, and hybrid technologies, including specialized formats such as teppanyaki plates, fryer hobs, barbecue hobs, and FullFlex induction hobs with built-in extractor hoods (InductaFlow). Notable proprietary features include Double Crown multi-ring burners delivering up to 5-8kW, the Autolock gas shut-off safety system, hybrid gas-induction platforms claiming up to 90% energy efficiency, and integrated induction-hood systems.

Zepa runs a dual go-to-market: OEM manufacturing of hobs for other kitchen appliance brands as part of Teka Group's operations, and direct-to-consumer sales of bespoke made-to-order hobs with customized design solutions, colors, and accessories for premium residential kitchen installations. Production stands at approximately 795 hobs per day (175,000 annually), with cumulative output exceeding 1,750,000 units globally, distributed through Teka Group's infrastructure of 25 factories across 3 continents reaching 110+ countries. The company has 11-50 employees, holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and operates within Teka Group's governance framework. In March 2026, Teka Group's announced integration into Midea Group signals a strategic inflection for its brands including Zepa, with stated expectations of expanded market penetration.

Name

Zepa

Legal name

ZEPA S.P.A.

Website

https://zepa.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zepa S.p.A. is an Italian subsidiary of Teka Group that designs and manufactures high-performance cooking hobs (gas, vitroceramic, induction, hybrid) in Pianezze, Veneto, producing ~175,000 units annually across 13 product lines for B2B OEM kitchen appliance brands and bespoke premium residential buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cooking Hobs

NAICS

Major Household Appliance Manufacturing (33522), Household Appliance Manufacturing (3352)

SIC

Household Appliances (3630)

akta.pro primary industry

Kitchen & Cooking Major Appliance Retail (Ranges, Ovens, Cooktops, Microwaves) (CRACACAA)

Keywords

• Cooking hobs
• Kitchen appliances
• Induction cooktops
• Gas hobs
• Vitroceramic cooktops

Headquarters

HQ city

Pianezze

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hob product sales: Zepa generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of high-performance cooking hobs across multiple product lines including gas, vitroceramic, induction, and hybrid models. Products are sold through OEM B2B channels and consumer markets with customization options.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Zepa designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance cooking hobs (cooktops) entirely in Italy at its facility in Pianezze (VI), Veneto. The company produces gas, vitroceramic, induction, and hybrid hob models across 13 distinct product lines, serving both OEM kitchen appliance brands and end consumers through bespoke customization of design, colors, and accessories.

Product overview

Zepa is an Italian manufacturer of high-performance hobs (cooktops/piani cottura) producing a comprehensive portfolio of 13 distinct product lines spanning gas, vitroceramic, induction, and hybrid technologies. The product portfolio includes Pro and Premium lines for professional use, design-focused lines (Icon, Jewel, Wonder, Oyster, Glass Glow), technology-focused lines (Induction Flow In with integrated hoods, InfiniHeat with hi-light elements), and accessible everyday options. The Star line offers compact 30cm specialty hobs including teppanyaki, fryer, barbecue, and gas-on-glass configurations. The Everyday line provides standard 60-90cm gas hobs and solid plate options. Zepa also produces hybrid hob technology combining gas and induction in the Ibrida line. The company operates as part of Teka Group and manufactures entirely in Italy at their facility in Veneto, producing approximately 795 hobs per day with an annual capacity of 175,000 units.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pro A professional-grade hob product line within Zepa's portfolio targeting professional and high-performance residential cooking applications.
• Premium A premium product line in Zepa's hob portfolio targeting high-end residential kitchen installations with refined finishes and design.
• Icon A design-focused product line within Zepa's hob offerings featuring iconic styling.
• Jewel A product line featuring premium aesthetic design elements in Zepa's hob collection.
• Ibrida A hybrid hob product line combining gas burners and induction zones in a single cooking surface with power management that limits electrical absorption.
• Wonder A product line within Zepa's hob portfolio with distinctive design features.
• Oyster A product line in Zepa's hob collection with unique aesthetic styling.
• Glass Glow A glass-surface hob product line in Zepa's portfolio featuring tempered glass aesthetics.
• Induction Flow In A product line featuring FullFlex induction hobs with integrated hood systems, combining cooking and ventilation in a single appliance.
• InfiniHeat A vitroceramic hob product line with hi-light heating elements and touch controls.
• Star A compact 30cm hob product line available in multiple configurations including teppanyaki, fryer, barbecue, and gas-on-glass.
• Stream A streamlined hob product line with gas and electric cooking options.
• Everyday A versatile daily-use hob product line in 60cm and 90cm widths, featuring gas burners with multi-ring configurations and solid plates.
• InductaFlow (SF06VGDRPENN) FullFlex induction hob with integrated hood featuring FreshAir function, MultiSlider touch control, 6 induction zones (4 + 2 Flex combined), 8 direct cooking functions including confit, poach, grilling, pan frying, deep frying, simmering and melting, and EasyClean Collector system for residential kitchens.
• InfiniHeat (SB02PACHDNN) Vitroceramic hob 30cm with 2 high-light elements, maximum power 2.9kW, 2 cooking zones (120/180mm and 145mm), 9 power levels, cooking timer, and residual heat indicator for compact residential kitchens.
• Star Teppanyaki (VB0TRA000FNN) Teppanyaki plate 30cm with vitroceramic surface, automatic ignition, thermostat for constant cooking temperature control, and plate temperature controlled at multiple points for residential indoor teppanyaki cooking.
• Star Fryer (VB0FRA000FNN) Fryer hob 30cm with customizable panel control and gas-on-glass design for residential countertop frying.
• Star Barbecue (VB0GRA00GFNN) Barbecue hob 30cm with gas-on-glass design for indoor grilling cooking in residential kitchens.
• Star Gas on Glass (VB1VRMMCG0NN) Gas hob on vitroceramic 30cm with 1 multi-ring burner / dual function for intense cooking (6kW wok), premium cast iron grids, Autolock safety shut-off, autocentering grid, and cast iron wok support for compact residential kitchens.
• Everyday (MP5VMSMCP0XS) Stainless steel hob 90cm with 5 gas burners including 1 multi-ring burner for intense cooking (4kW), enameled grids, stainless steel surface, Autolock safety shut-off, autocentering grids, and stainless steel trivet for Italian coffee pot for residential kitchens.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% energy efficiency achieved by induction technology
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Teka GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZepa is a brand and operating company within the Teka Group. Teka is a multinational company of German origin founded in 1924, engaged in manufacturing and marketing kitchen and bathroom appliances, porcelain products, and industrial containers. Teka has 25 factories spread across 3 continents, enabling Zepa to market its products in over 110 countries and serve more than 100 million consumers worldwide. Teka Group's integration into Midea Group was announced in 2026, with expectations of exponential growth and increased market penetration for its brands including Zepa.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bosch Home Appliances (BSH): One of Europe's largest cooking hob manufacturers offering gas, induction, and ceramic cooktops. Directly competes with Zepa in premium built-in cooking appliances across European OEM and consumer channels.
• Smeg: Italian premium kitchen appliance manufacturer specializing in design-forward cooking hobs and range cooktops. Closely comparable to Zepa on Made-in-Italy craftsmanship, premium positioning, and aesthetic differentiation.
• Electrolux: Global major appliance manufacturer with significant built-in hob and cooktop lines under AEG, Zanussi, and Electrolux brands. Directly competes with Zepa across all cooking technologies and price tiers.
• Miele: Premium German kitchen appliance manufacturer producing high-end hobs and cooktops. Competes with Zepa in the upper-premium residential segment on performance, design, and build quality.
• Elica: Italian manufacturer specializing in cooking hobs and range hoods, including integrated hood-in-hob systems directly comparable to Zepa's InductaFlow. Overlapping premium positioning and OEM channels.
• Franke: Swiss manufacturer of kitchen sinks, hoods, and cooking hobs. Comparable product mix including induction, gas, and modular cooking surfaces sold through kitchen specialist channels.
• Faber: Italian specialist in range hoods and cooking hobs, with overlapping OEM and premium residential focus comparable to Zepa's product breadth and Made-in-Italy positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Teka (Parent): Direct parent company and broader kitchen appliance brand portfolio including sinks, ovens, and hoods. Zepa operates as Teka's dedicated premium hob brand, sharing distribution, manufacturing infrastructure, and channel access.
• Whirlpool: Global major appliance leader with broad kitchen portfolio including hobs under Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Hotpoint brands. Overlaps with Zepa in built-in cooking but operates at significantly larger scale.

Emerging players

• Gaggenau: BSH-owned ultra-premium kitchen appliance brand focused on professional-grade cooking surfaces. Targets the same high-end bespoke kitchen segment as Zepa with comparable design and performance positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/zepaspa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zepa-spa

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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