What Cimco does

Cimco Werkzeuge GmbH & Co. KG is a sixth-generation, family-owned German manufacturer and distributor of professional tools and equipment targeted at electricians and electrical installation professionals. Headquartered in Remscheid (Bergisches Land), Germany, the company traces its craft-manufacturing roots to the 1800s (firmographic year_founded is recorded as 1938) and operates today as a GmbH & Co. KG under managing directors Michael Bauer and Jeroen van den Heuvel. Its portfolio spans VDE-certified 1000V insulated hand tools and PPE, pliers and screwdrivers, hydraulic battery-powered pressing tools (CIMPRESS 400 C, 130 kN), modular tool-case systems (CimCase PRO and L-BOXX-compatible), cable processing and pulling systems, measuring/testing tools, DIN-standard connection technology (cable lugs, press inserts Series 13/22), and workshop equipment. The catalog covers the full workflow of electrical installation from cutting and stripping to crimping, connection, measurement, and storage.

Cimco combines in-house manufacturing with production in cooperation with renowned German tool manufacturers and is certified to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015. Its go-to-market is anchored in the German Elektrogroßhandel (electrical wholesale trade) channel, where it holds a very high market share, supplemented by an active expansion into broader European wholesale markets and a direct e-commerce storefront. Marketing is multi-channel: major industry trade shows (GET Nord, gedatec, Light + Building), the CIMCO-Club loyalty program offering lifetime warranty on quality hand tools, an email newsletter, the CimLog content blog, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). Pricing is B2B quote-based with free delivery above €550 net value and a €15 processing fee on orders below €50 net. The company has no public listings, no disclosed funding, no subsidiaries, and no merger or acquisition history in the source data.

Name

Cimco

Legal name

CIMCO Werkzeuge GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://cimco.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1938

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Cimco is a sixth-generation, family-owned German manufacturer of professional hand tools, VDE-insulated 1000V equipment, hydraulic presses, and modular tool cases for electricians, sold primarily through European electrical wholesale distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Hand Tools for Electrical Installation

NAICS

All Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (33599), Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (3359), Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592)

SIC

Miscellaneous Electrical Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (3690), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

AC-DC Power Supplies (Industrial PSUs, DIN-rail, enclosed/open-frame) (IMAGADAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Electrical Contracting & Wiring (IMAFALAA)

Keywords

• Professional hand tools
• VDE insulated tools
• Electrical installation tools
• Cable processing tools
• Tool cases and storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Remscheid

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tool Sales: Sale of professional hand tools, VDE-insulated tools, cable processing equipment, tool cases and storage solutions through electrical wholesale distribution and direct online sales
2. Aftermarket/Accessories: Sale of replacement parts, accessories and consumables including replacement blades, press dies, and tool case components

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cimco manufactures and distributes professional tools and equipment for electrical installation craftsmen, including VDE-insulated 1000V hand tools, hydraulic battery-powered press tools, cable processing equipment, crimping pliers, screwdrivers, measuring and testing instruments, and modular tool storage cases. The portfolio is sold through German and European electrical wholesale trade and direct online channels to professional electricians, electrical installers, and electrical wholesale distributors.

Product overview

Cimco is a professional tool manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of hand tools, power tools, and accessories specifically designed for electricians and electrical installation work. The product range is organized into main categories including insulated VDE tools (1000V) and PPE, hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers), hydraulic tools and accessories, cable pulling systems, measuring and testing tools, connection technology (cable lugs, crimp connectors), and tool storage solutions. The core product families include the PRO Electric tool cases (B1L2 and B1T2 with trolley), hydraulic battery presses (CIMPRESS 400 C), cable processing tools (KABIFIX cable strippers), VDE torque wrenches (CTW-VDE series), and comprehensive press insert systems (Series 13 and 22). The company also offers specialized product lines for crimping cable lugs per DIN standards, automated stripping tools, and various workshop equipment. All products are positioned for professional electrical trade use through the German electrical wholesale channel.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CimCase PRO Electric B1L2 A robust professional tool case designed for electrical installation craftsmen, featuring a 105mm deep base tray, three interchangeable tool boards with L-BOXX Mini accommodation, a Neoprene pocket for spirit level, and a 31-piece Electric equipment set including VDE-insulated 1000V tools.
• CimCase PRO Trolley Electric B1T2 A robust professional tool case with integrated trolley function and extendable handle for comfortable transport of electrical installation tools on construction sites. Features 150mm deep base tray, three interchangeable tool boards, and a 31-piece Electric equipment set including VDE-insulated 1000V tools, press tongs, and stripping tools.
• VDE Drehmomentschlüssel CTW-VDE 50 10-50 Nm (VDE Torque Wrench) A VDE-certified torque wrench designed for controlled fastening in electrical applications, with a 10-50 Nm range, ±3% tolerance, 3/8-inch Quick Release ratchet with 72 teeth, micrometer scale, and dual Nm/lbf-ft scale.
• Kabelentmanteler KABIFIX (Cable Jacket Stripper) A cable jacket stripper for longitudinal and circular cutting, suitable for cables from 6-28mm diameter. Can also cut PVC pipes and is designed for building installation cables including NYM, NYY, and NHXMH halogen-free cables.
• Quetschkabelschuh, Ringform Cu, DIN 46234 (Crimping Cable Lug) Crimping cable lugs in ring form made of copper per DIN 46234, with galvanically tinned surface. Suitable for fine-stranded conductors per IEC 228, available in cross-sections from 25mm² to 240mm². RoHS and REACH compliant.
• Hydraulische Akkupresse CIMPRESS 400 C (Hydraulic Battery Press) A hydraulic battery-powered press in pistol form with 130 kN press force, 270-degree rotatable press head, interchangeable press inserts, and 2-stage hydraulic system for high-speed advance. Includes an 18V 5.0Ah Li-Ion battery with 60-minute charge time.
• Presseinsatz Serie 13 (Press Insert Series 13) Press inserts for crimping cable lugs per DIN 46234 and pin cable lugs per DIN 46230, available in various cross-sections from 10mm² to 400mm² for use with CIMPRESS hydraulic presses.
• Presseinsatz Serie 22 (Press Insert Series 22) Press inserts for crimping pin cable lugs and tube cable lugs for fine-stranded conductors using Dorn (mandrel) pressing, available in various cross-sections.

Quantifiable outcome

• Very high market share in German electrical wholesale market

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Busemeyer GmbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPostal mailing service provider used for physical direct mail campaigns. Located in Remscheid-Lennep, Germany.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wera: Wuppertal, Germany-based specialist in professional screwdrivers and bits for trade and industrial use, including VDE-insulated electrician lines. Closely comparable to CIMCO on electrical-trade customer focus, VDE safety positioning, German wholesale-led distribution, and premium hand-tool brand identity.
• Hazet: Remscheid, Germany-headquartered manufacturer of professional hand tools, torque tools, and tool storage for automotive and industrial trades. Same geographic cluster as CIMCO and directly comparable on hand-tool categories, German wholesale distribution, and trade-focused customer base.
• Wiha Werkzeuge: Schonach, Germany-headquartered family-owned manufacturer of professional hand tools for electricians, including VDE-insulated screwdrivers, pliers, and torque tools. Highly comparable to CIMCO on electrician-focused VDE product line, German family-owned structure, and European trade-channel distribution.
• Klein Tools: US-based, family-owned manufacturer of professional hand tools specifically designed for electricians, including VDE-style insulated tools, pliers, screwdrivers, and tool storage. Closely comparable to CIMCO on electrician-focused product DNA, family-ownership structure, and trade-channel brand-building approach.
• Gedore: Remscheid, Germany-headquartered hand-tool and torque-tool manufacturer (CIMCO's home region). Directly comparable to CIMCO on craft hand-tool portfolio, German Mittelstand identity, wholesale distribution, and target customers in industrial trades and electrical installation.
• Bahco (SNA Europe): Sweden-headquartered professional hand-tool brand (part of Snap-on Incorporated) producing cutting, striking, and trade-focused tools for installers and industrial users. Comparable to CIMCO on professional hand-tool portfolio, European distribution, and overlap in pliers/cutters/screwdriver categories.
• Knipex: Wuppertal, Germany-headquartered premium pliers and hand-tool manufacturer serving professional electricians and installers across Europe. Directly comparable to CIMCO in target customer (electrical trade), distribution (specialist wholesale), product category (pliers/cutters/crimping tools), and German Mittelstand family-business heritage.
• Stahlwille: Wuppertal, Germany-based premium manufacturer of torque wrenches and professional hand tools for industrial and trades use. Comparable to CIMCO on premium hand-tool positioning, German family-owned heritage, European trade distribution, and overlap in pliers/cutters/screwdriver categories.

Broad incumbents

• Stanley Black & Decker: Global tool conglomerate owning DeWalt, Stanley, Facom, and Craftsman brands with extensive professional electrician product lines, battery platforms, and global wholesale reach. Comparable as a broader incumbent addressing the same end user with overlapping hand-tool and storage categories, but at much larger scale and across many verticals.
• Robert Bosch (Bosch Professional): Global power-tool and professional equipment conglomerate with a broad electrician-focused portfolio including cordless drills, saws, and measuring tools, distributed through European wholesale. Comparable as a larger incumbent in the same end-user market (professional installers) with overlapping battery-powered tool categories, but operating at vastly greater scale and across many non-electrical trades.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cimco-deutschland/?originalSubdomain=de
• Instagraminstagram.com/cimco_deutschland

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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