Lian
Lian Vinduer AS is a Norwegian manufacturer of aluminum-clad wood windows and doors serving the domestic project market. The company supplies customized, certified fenestration solutions directly to construction firms, architects, and developers for commercial, institutional, and residential projects.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1913
- HeadquartersKyrksæterøra, Norway
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Lian firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Lian
- Legal name
- Lian Vinduer AS
- Website
- https://lian.no
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1913
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Lian Vinduer AS is a Norwegian manufacturer of aluminum-clad wood windows and doors serving the domestic project market. The company supplies customized, certified fenestration solutions directly to construction firms, architects, and developers for commercial, institutional, and residential projects.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Lian industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Windows and Doors Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Wood Window and Door Manufacturing (321911)
- SIC
- Millwood, Veneer, Plywood, & Structural Wood Members (2430), Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Windows (IMADAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Engineered Wood Siding, Trim & Mouldings (IMAMACAI)
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Where Lian is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kyrksæterøra
- HQ country
- Norway
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Lian business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Windows and Doors - Project Market: B2B sales of aluminum-clad timber windows and doors to the Norwegian construction project market. Products include system windows, fixed windows, fire-rated products, soundproof windows, patio doors, balcony doors, and lift-slide doors. Sales through direct project engagement with construction companies, architects, and developers.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Project-based custom quotation |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Lian product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Lian Vinduer AS manufactures aluminum-clad timber windows and doors for the Norwegian construction project market. Its core portfolio includes system windows (Lian Systemvindu), fixed windows (Lian Fastvindu), fire-rated windows and fire-stop ventilation products (Lian Brannvindu / Brannstopp), acoustic windows (Lian Lydvindu), balcony doors (Lian Vindusdør), system doors (Lian Systemdør), and lift-slide doors (Lian Heve-/skyvedør). Products feature laminated timber with core wood (kjerneved) outer lamels, external aluminum cladding for low maintenance, NCS color surface treatment, FG-approved glass mounting, and CE marking.
Product overview
Lian is a manufacturer of windows and doors for the Norwegian project market, offering a coordinated product portfolio centered on the Lian Systemvindu (double-swing inward-opening window) and Lian Fastvindu (fixed window) as core window products. Door offerings include the Lian Vindusdør (outward-opening balcony door), Lian Systemdør (double-swing inward-opening balcony door), and Lian Heve-/skyvedør (lift-and-slide door). All products feature solid timber core with outer lamella, finished surfaces per NCS color code system, and maintenance-free aluminum cladding externally. Specialized variants include fire-rated products (Lian Brannvindu and Lian Brannstopp with EI30/EI60 classifications), acoustic windows (Lian Lydvindu with 29-46 dB sound reduction), and versions meeting Passive House U-value requirements. Products are available in 105mm aluminum-clad configurations with 2-layer or 3-layer glass options.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Lian Systemvindu (System Window)
Quantifiable outcome
- Products can meet Passive House U-value requirements
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Lian
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Lian technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Lian partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- HENTcoreHENT is a major construction company (totalentreprenør) and one of Lian's key partners. Collaboration on major projects including Sykehuset Nordmøre og Romsdal. HENT has expressed confidence in Lian as a knowledgeable and serious collaboration partner. Partnership involves early engagement in project planning phases.
- VeidekkecoreVeidekke is a major Norwegian construction company (totalentreprenør) and partner on projects including Torvbråten Skole. Veidekke has praised Lian's support and documentation assistance, noting they received all the help needed and Lian took responsibility for obtaining necessary certifications over six months.
- Skanska NorgecoreSkanska Norge served as totalentreprenør for Powerhouse Telemark. Selected Lian as supplier based on competitive pricing and positive previous experience. Skanska praised Lian's advisors for providing solutions and recommendations during tender phase and for on-site assembly guidance during construction.
- FP EntreprenørminorFP Entreprenør is a construction company engaged in ongoing collaboration with Lian on projects including Ajer Gard. They appreciate Lian's continued service presence even after delivery and invoicing.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Lian competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Drutex: Drutex is a large European window and door manufacturer with PVC, wood, and aluminum-clad offerings; serves project markets across Europe and competes for specification-led tenders.
- Marvin Windows and Doors: Marvin is a large US manufacturer of made-to-order wood and wood-aluminum-clad windows; comparable in customization, premium specifications, and project-market distribution model.
- VELUX Group: VELUX is the global incumbent in roof windows and skylights with a broader facade/window portfolio; overlaps with Lian in project-market energy-efficient building applications at a much larger scale.
- JELD-WEN: JELD-WEN is one of the world's largest manufacturers of windows and doors; comparable in product categories (wood, clad, fire-rated) but operates a vastly broader portfolio across many geographies.
Direct peers
- Uldal (Norgesvinduet): Uldal is a Norwegian manufacturer of wood and aluminum-clad wood windows and doors, directly competing with Lian for project tenders in the Norwegian new-build and renovation segments.
- Nordan: Nordan is a major Norwegian aluminum-clad wood window and door manufacturer serving the project market with a broad product portfolio, making it the closest direct competitor to Lian in the same Norwegian B2B construction channel.
- Hindø Vinduer og Dører: Hindø is a Norwegian-based manufacturer of high-end wood and aluminum-clad windows and doors with project-market focus, directly comparable to Lian in product structure and customer segment.
- Josko Fenster & Türen: Josko is an Austrian premium window and door manufacturer focused on wood/aluminum hybrid construction, serving bespoke and architect-led projects across Central Europe with a comparable specification-driven model.
- Internorm: Internorm is Europe's largest manufacturer of aluminum-clad wood and PVC windows, with a comparable hybrid timber/aluminum construction approach and certifications relevant to high-performance buildings.
Regional players
- Profil Doors and Windows (NWA): Profil is a Norwegian manufacturer of wood and aluminum-clad windows and doors competing in overlapping regional project segments; comparable product mix and certification posture to Lian.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Lian social profiles
Digital presenceLian compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Lian financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Lian leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Lian funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Lian M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Lian
What does Lian do?
Lian Vinduer AS manufactures aluminum-clad timber windows and doors for the Norwegian construction project market. Its core portfolio includes system windows (Lian Systemvindu), fixed windows (Lian Fastvindu), fire-rated windows and fire-stop ventilation products (Lian Brannvindu / Brannstopp), acoustic windows (Lian Lydvindu), balcony doors (Lian Vindusdør), system doors (Lian Systemdør), and lift-slide doors (Lian Heve-/skyvedør). Products feature laminated timber with core wood (kjerneved) outer lamels, external aluminum cladding for low maintenance, NCS color surface treatment, FG-approved glass mounting, and CE marking.
Is Lian a public or private company?
Lian is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was Lian founded?
Lian was founded in 1913. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Lian based?
Lian is headquartered in Kyrksæterøra, Norway, in the Europe region.
How does Lian make money?
One revenue line is on record: windows and Doors - Project Market.
Who are Lian's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Drutex, Marvin Windows and Doors, VELUX Group and JELD-WEN. Direct peers are Uldal (Norgesvinduet), Nordan, Hindø Vinduer og Dører, Josko Fenster & Türen and Internorm. Profil Doors and Windows (NWA) is listed as a regional player.
Does Lian have an API?
No public API is recorded for Lian.
What industry is Lian in?
Lian's product category is Windows and Doors Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAIAC, Windows, with a secondary code of IMAMACAI, Engineered Wood Siding, Trim & Mouldings. Its NAICS code is 321911 and its SIC code is 2430.