KIGA Kunststofftechnik

What KIGA Kunststofftechnik does

KIGA Kunststofftechnik GmbH is a Wilnsdorf, Germany-based family-owned manufacturer of industrial plastic transport and storage solutions founded in 1986 by Wilhelm Kiendel and Roman Gaebel, currently led by second-generation managing directors Andreas and Christoph Kiendl. The company produces plastic pallets (KIGAvivo 2.0 universal pallet, KIGAnesto nestable pallet, KIGA-Multi and KIGA-FIXit load-securing pallets), foldable top frames (KIGAFRAME), folding boxes, safety sumps (Auffangwannen), custom deep-drawn workpiece carriers, and ESD-protected products using plastic thermoforming/deep-drawing technology, with most products incorporating 98% recycled regranulate. Operations run across two plants in Wilnsdorf totaling 12,127 m2 (5,461 m2 headquarters at Gießener Straße 3 since 1992 plus 6,666 m2 Plant 2 at Essener Straße 17 acquired in 2005), and the company holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, EcoVadis Bronze 2026, and PE container regulatory approvals.

KIGA operates an exclusively B2B go-to-market, selling to enterprises in automotive, food processing, pharmaceutical, solar/electrical, machinery/tool construction, and wholesale trade via a direct field sales team, a proprietary e-commerce shop at shop-kiga-gmbh.de, and distribution partners TOFO TRADING (Sweden, Finland, Norway) and ADMIREL (Ukraine). Revenue comes from quote-based hardware sales of standard catalog products and custom-manufactured solutions, including individualized marking (logos, QR codes, barcodes, color). Pricing is contract-negotiated per customer rather than publicly listed, reflecting a specification-driven sales motion typical of German industrial Mittelstand. The company does not disclose revenue, has no external institutional investors, and operates as an independent GmbH with the Kiendl family maintaining controlling ownership.

Name

KIGA Kunststofftechnik

Legal name

KIGA Kunststofftechnik GmbH

Website

https://kiga-gmbh.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

KIGA Kunststofftechnik GmbH is a Wilnsdorf, Germany-based family-owned manufacturer of industrial plastic pallets, stacking frames, folding boxes, safety sumps, and custom deep-drawn parts serving automotive, food, pharmaceutical, solar/electrical, and machinery customers across the DACH region, Scandinavia, and Ukraine.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Plastic Pallets and Material Handling Equipment

NAICS

Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261), Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing (326)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Pallets, Bins, Totes & Returnable Transport Packaging (RTP) (IMAHABAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Returnable/Reusable Transport Packaging (RTP) & Totes (Reusable Containers, Trays, Bins) (IMALAFAH)

Keywords

• Plastic pallets manufacturing
• Industrial transport solutions
• Recycled plastic products
• Custom thermoformed parts
• Material handling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Wilnsdorf

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 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. Plastic Pallets Sales: Sale of plastic pallets including KIGAvivo 2.0, KIGAnesto, and custom configurations. Products available in various sizes including Euro pallets (800x1200mm), industrial pallets (1000x1200mm), display pallets, and special sizes.
2. Stackable Frames and Folding Boxes: Sales of stacking frames (KIGAFRAME), folding boxes, and transport accessories that complement the pallet product line.
3. Custom Solutions and Special Products: Development and production of custom workpiece carriers, deep-drawn parts, and special transport solutions tailored to specific customer requirements. Also includes custom marking/labeling services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KIGA Kunststofftechnik GmbH manufactures industrial plastic transport and storage solutions using thermoforming and deep-drawing technology. The portfolio centers on plastic pallets (KIGAvivo 2.0, KIGAnesto), pallet top frames (KIGAFRAME), folding boxes, load-securing pallets, containers, safety sumps, ESD-protected products, and custom workpiece carriers, with products made from up to 98% recycled plastics for B2B customers across automotive, food, pharmaceutical, solar/electrical, machinery, and wholesale trade industries.

Product overview

KIGA Kunststofftechnik is a manufacturer of industrial plastic transport and storage solutions based in Wilnsdorf, Germany. The product portfolio centers on plastic pallets (KIGAvivo 2.0, KIGAnesto) and pallet top frames (KIGAFRAME) as core offerings, supplemented by folding boxes, load securing equipment, containers, safety sumps, custom workpiece carriers and deep-drawn parts, ESD-protected products, and custom marking services. The company emphasizes sustainability, with products made from up to 98% recycled plastics and full return to material cycle. The product range serves automotive, wholesale, food, pharmaceutical, solar/electrical, and machinery industries with both standard and custom solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KIGAnesto: Nestbare Mehrwegpalette (nestable reusable pallet) - a space-saving stackable pallet made from 100% recycled plastic
• KIGAvivo 2.0
• KIGAFRAME
• KIGA-FIXit
• KIGA-Multi

Products and services

• KIGAvivo 2.0 Universal Pallet Universal plastic pallet made from 100% recycled plastic. Available in closed and perforated deck variants, with optional iron reinforcement for up to 1000 kg rack load. Features anti-slip edge option and easy-clean surfaces. Static load up to 7500 kg, dynamic load up to 2500 kg. Designed for B2B industrial material handling applications.
• KIGAnesto Nestable Pallet Nestable stacking pallet from 100% recycled plastic featuring 3500 kg static and 1200 kg dynamic load capacity. Includes integrated film securing hooks, side depressions for reliable cargo strapping, and 20mm entry height for easy forklift handling. Provides up to 62% space savings during empty transport.
• KIGAFRAME Sustainable Stacking Frame Sustainable plastic pallet top frame made from 100% recycled plastic without foreign materials (no screws or steel hinges). Foldable to pallet size via center hinges, features recessed areas for markings and smooth inner surfaces for easy cleaning. Fully recyclable.
• Kunststoffpaletten (Plastic Pallets) Plastic pallets as hygienic alternative to wooden pallets. Do not absorb liquids, remain lightweight, easy to handle and suitable for humid environments. Available in various sizes including Euro (800x1200mm) and industrial (1000x1200mm) formats.
• Faltboxen (Folding Boxes) Solid, durable and space-saving folding containers. Quickly available in standard Euro sizes and special dimensions. Customizable with company logos, numbers, barcodes and colors. Saves up to 80% space compared to wire mesh boxes.
• Ladungssicherung (Load Securing Pallets) Anti-slip pallets, FixIt pallets and multi-pallets for reliable cargo securing during transport and storage. Includes anti-slip mats and integrated load securing options.
• Kästen, Behälter, Boxen (Storage Containers)

Quantifiable outcome

• 62% space savings during empty transport with nestable pallets
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 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.

• TOFO TRADINGregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Sweden, Finland, and Norway. Located at Tegelvägen 4, 382 92 NYBRO. Extends KIGA's market reach in Scandinavian countries.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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