Weser Ems Hydraulik

What Weser Ems Hydraulik does

Weser Ems Hydraulik, legally organized as Lippold GmbH, is a German industrial hydraulics company headquartered in Bremen with an additional site in Twist. Founded in 2010 and operating as part of the broader Lippold Gruppe (160+ employees across nine locations), the company designs, custom-manufactures, repairs, and services hydraulic systems and components for industrial customers. Its subsidiary brand Johann Schönn Hydraulik und Schlauchtechnik GmbH extends the company's capabilities into industrial hose technology.

Technical capabilities include a 460 kW high-performance test bench for cylinder validation, custom manufacturing of hydraulic cylinders up to 1000mm in diameter and 6000mm in length, parallel lifting systems, and hose management offerings. The company holds certified Bosch Rexroth Repair Center status covering all of northern Germany, and operates a 24/7 emergency service for time-sensitive hydraulic failures in customer operations.

The business model is B2B industrial services—custom design, build-to-order manufacturing, repair, and on-site field service for hydraulic systems—serving customers across industrial manufacturing, mobile hydraulics, automotive, shipbuilding, press hydraulics, steel water construction, and construction. The company is a member of the MoveIt24 trading group, which provides access to a broader parts and supplier distribution network, and generates revenue through project-based contracts, certified OEM repair work, and recurring service agreements.

Name

Weser Ems Hydraulik

Legal name

Lippold GmbH

Website

https://weser-ems-hydraulik.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Weser Ems Hydraulik is a German industrial hydraulics company (part of Lippold Gruppe) that designs, manufactures, repairs, and services hydraulic cylinders and systems for B2B industrial customers across northern Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Hydraulic Equipment and Services

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing (333995)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hydraulic Components (Pumps, Motors, Cylinders) (IMAHAGAA), Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH), Proportional & Servo Hydraulics (Electrohydraulic Valves, Servo Systems) (IMAHAGAF), Hydraulic, Pneumatic & Fluid Power Systems MRO (Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Hoses) (TLAKAHAI)

Keywords

• Industrial hydraulic systems
• Hydraulic component trading
• Hydraulic repair services
• Mobile hydraulic equipment
• Hydraulic cylinder manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Twist

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hydraulic Component Trading: Sale of hydraulic components including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and connection technology from manufacturers such as Bosch Rexroth, Hawe, Enerpac, Trelleborg, Hydac, Parker, and others.
2. Hydraulic Systems Design and Manufacturing: Complete project management from design, construction, manufacturing, delivery to commissioning of hydraulic systems, cylinders, and control blocks.
3. Repair and Service: Repair and testing services for hydraulic pumps, motors, and systems including on-site service, maintenance, and emergency repairs. Includes 24/7 hotline service.
4. Hose and Connection Technology: Hydraulic hose assembly, connection components, sealing technology, pneumatic components, and electrical drive technology. Also includes hose management and testing services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Weser Ems Hydraulik designs, manufactures, trades, and services hydraulic equipment and systems for industrial and mobile applications. The company covers a 360-degree spectrum including hydraulic components (pumps, motors, cylinders, valves), assembly and connection technology, sealing technology, tool hydraulics, custom hydraulic systems and cylinder manufacturing, certified Bosch Rexroth pump/motor repair, spare parts supply, and 24/7 on-site emergency service.

Product overview

Weser Ems Hydraulik (Lippold GmbH) is a hydraulic engineering specialist offering a comprehensive 360-degree spectrum of industrial and mobile hydraulic solutions across six main product categories: (1) Hydraulik Komponenten covering pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, electronic products and measurement/connection technology; (2) Aufbau- & Verbindungstechnik for assembly and connection applications; (3) Dichtungstechnik offering standard and custom sealing solutions; (4) Werkzeughydraulik providing high-pressure pumps, cylinders and bolting tools as a certified service partner; (5) Pneumatik Komponenten for pneumatic automation solutions; and (6) Elektrische Antriebstechnik featuring Rexroth motors with Indra Drive systems. Their service portfolio includes hydraulic system planning, manufacturing and commissioning; hydraulic cylinder construction (up to 1000mm diameter, 6000mm length) and repair; pump/motor overhaul and testing (up to 460 kW); 24-hour emergency service; spare parts supply; and on-site field service. They operate as a certified Bosch Rexroth Repair Center for axial piston units. Additionally, their hose and connection technology division (Johann Schön Hydraulik und Schlauchtechnik GmbH) offers hydraulic hose fabrication, fittings, quick couplers, hose management, testing and parallel lifting systems. Products are sourced from manufacturer partners including Bosch Rexroth, Hawe, Enerpac, Trelleborg, Hydac, Parker, Continental, Manuli, HT, Böhmer, PH, Aventics, Voss, and Eaton Vickers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydraulik Komponenten (Hydraulic Components) Hydraulic components including pumps, motors, cylinders, directional valves, pressure valves, flow valves, and check valves for industrial and mobile hydraulic applications, sourced from manufacturers such as Bosch Rexroth, Hawe, Enerpac, Hydac, and Parker.
• Aufbau- & Verbindungstechnik (Assembly & Connection Technology) Assembly and connection technology including hydraulic hoses, hydraulic tubes, fittings, and measurement technology for hydraulic system assembly.
• Dichtungstechnik (Sealing Technology) Sealing solutions including standard designs from renowned manufacturers and custom special designs produced on in-house machines.
• Werkzeughydraulik (Tool Hydraulics) Tool hydraulics including high-pressure pumps, cylinders, bolting tools and additional equipment, with repair, testing and delivery services as a certified service partner.
• Pneumatik Komponenten (Pneumatic Components) Pneumatic components program for efficient automation solutions.
• Elektrische Antriebstechnik (Electric Drive Technology) Electric drive technology featuring the comprehensive motor program from Rexroth offering high performance with variety of housing types, designs and power ratings, combined with the Indra Drive drive system.
• Hydraulikanlagen & Systeme (Hydraulic Systems & Plants) Planning and project design of hydraulic systems according to customer requirements, from construction and manufacturing to delivery and commissioning, including complex hydraulic systems, cylinders and control blocks.
• Hydraulikzylinder (Hydraulic Cylinders) 3D construction, manufacturing and delivery of new hydraulic cylinders up to 1000 mm diameter and 6000 mm length, in standard or special materials, with repairs to original equipment manufacturer quality.
• Hydraulikpumpen & Motore (Hydraulic Pumps & Motors Service) Overhaul and testing of pumps and motors from all manufacturers using a high-performance test stand with up to 460 kW drive power. Operated as a Certified Repair Center for Bosch Rexroth axial piston units.
• 24h-Notdienst (24-Hour Emergency Service) 24-hour emergency service available 7 days a week, 365 days a year, providing immediate on-site support for machine breakdowns at customer locations in northern Germany.
• Ersatzteilservice (Spare Parts Service) Spare parts service with rapid supply of components from brand-name manufacturers, high stock availability, immediate consultation and always-available contact person.
• Hydraulikservice (Hydraulic Field Service) On-site repair of hydraulic systems by Weser-Ems-Hydraulik service technicians, reducing downtime and associated costs for industrial customers.
• Hydraulikschlauch & Armaturen (Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings) Hydraulic hoses and fittings using materials from renowned manufacturers, processed to original equipment manufacturer quality.
• Hydraulische Verbindungstechnik (Hydraulic Connection Technology) Complete connection technology including fittings, pipes, couplings, shut-off valves, mountings, clamps and measurement technology.
• Schlauchschutz (Hose Protection) Hose protection solutions including burst protection, abrasion protection, flame protection, and pull-away safety devices.
• Schlauchmanagement (Hose Management) Hose management services including hose labeling with customer-specific numbering systems, color markings, and creation of machine or system-specific documentation.

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bosch RexrothcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified Repair-Center for Bosch Rexroth axial piston units. The company is authorized to repair Bosch Rexroth products to manufacturer standards, making it the primary partner for the entire northern Germany region. This certification is a key competitive differentiator.
• MoveIt24coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMember of Handelsgruppe MoveIt24 trading group. As part of this purchasing alliance, the company gains access to extensive inventory, favorable procurement terms, and supply chain advantages that benefit customers through high parts availability.
• Lippold GruppecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWeser Ems Hydraulik (Lippold GmbH) is part of the Lippold Gruppe, a leading company group in northern Germany with 160+ employees across 9 locations. The group provides shared resources, purchasing power, and technical expertise.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• HYDAC: HYDAC is a German manufacturer and supplier of hydraulic components, filtration, and fluid connectors. WeH directly trades HYDAC products, and the two compete for industrial hydraulic component distribution and service work in Germany.
• Bucher Hydraulics: Bucher Hydraulics is a Swiss/German manufacturer of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and power units for mobile and industrial applications. It is a direct competitor in custom cylinder and pump/motor supply to industrial and OEM customers in Germany.
• Argo-Hytos: Argo-Hytos is a German/European manufacturer of hydraulic filtration, valves, and components with a strong DACH distribution network. Both Argo-Hytos and WeH compete in regional industrial hydraulics service and component supply across Germany and neighboring markets.
• HAWE Hydraulik: HAWE Hydraulik is a German manufacturer of hydraulic valves, pumps, and power units, also listed as a WeH supplier. Both companies serve industrial hydraulics customers with components and engineered systems in overlapping German regional markets.
• Enerpac: Enerpac is a specialist in high-pressure hydraulic tools, cylinders, pumps, and bolting systems. WeH operates as a certified service partner for Enerpac-equivalent tool hydraulics (Werkzeughydraulik), making it a directly comparable specialist channel in northern Germany.
• Hänchen Hydraulik: Hänchen Hydraulik is a German manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders, accumulators, and dampers. Both companies serve industrial hydraulics customers in Germany, with overlapping cylinder design and custom-build capabilities.
• BIBUS Hydraulik: BIBUS Hydraulik is a German/DACH hydraulic system integrator and component distributor with regional offices, comparable in size and model to WeH. Both companies provide assembly, service, and trading across industrial and mobile hydraulics in regional German markets.

Broad incumbents

• Eaton: Eaton (including legacy Vickers) is a global supplier of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and hose products. WeH lists Eaton Vickers as a supplier, and Eaton competes broadly in industrial and mobile hydraulics service and distribution.
• Parker Hannifin: Parker Hannifin is a global motion-and-control leader with a strong hydraulic components and systems portfolio. WeH trades Parker products; Parker's broad range and network create broad-incumbent competitive overlap in mobile and industrial hydraulics.
• Bosch Rexroth: Bosch Rexroth is the global leader in hydraulic drive and control technology and WeH's most important technology partner. As a broad incumbent, it sells pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and drives while also operating authorized service-partner programs like the one WeH participates in.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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