Skoberne

What Skoberne does

Skoberne GmbH is a family-owned German manufacturer of flue gas, chimney, and shaft systems founded in 1987 by Willi Skoberne in Pfungstadt, Germany. The company specializes in plastic exhaust pipes (polypropylene and polyethylene), geopolymer foam shaft systems (SKOBIFIX), aerated concrete shaft systems (UNIFIX), stainless steel chimney kits (SKOBINOX), and complementary HVAC products including heat pump sound insulation covers (DecoMute, ECONEXT), ventilation systems with heat recovery (CoxDRY), and thin-layer underfloor heating (OCTA). The product range spans 8,500+ items across six core categories, supported by in-house injection molding and extrusion processes, SKZ-certified plastic welding, and an internal testing laboratory with wind tunnel and cold chamber.

The business operates a sales-led go-to-market model with regional sales managers covering Northern, Southern, Western, and Eastern Germany, supplemented by building materials wholesalers (for self-builder products such as PORIFIX) and wholly-owned distribution subsidiaries in the Netherlands (Cox Geelen bv, acquired in 2019, dating back to 1871) and Poland (Grupa Skoberne Polska, established 2022), with a new Turkish subsidiary (Warmalp) launching in 2026. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of physical HVAC components at unit pricing via downloadable catalogue price lists. Customer segments are diversified across heating engineers/HVAC installers, chimney builders, self-builders, multi-dwelling building projects, and heat pump installers.

The Skoberne Group employs over 200 people across its four-country footprint, with 70+ staff at the Pfungstadt headquarters, which spans 10,000 m² of production and storage. The company holds multiple DIBt general technical approvals, CE certifications, and DIN EN ISO 9001 quality management certification (valid until February 2029). Management is led by Heike Skoberne (founder's daughter), Sven Schuchmann (co-managing director since 1992), and Daniel Schuchmann (joined 2023), with the firm remaining privately held with no external funding rounds disclosed.

Name

Skoberne

Legal name

SKOBERNE GmbH

Website

https://skoberne.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Skoberne GmbH is a family-owned German manufacturer founded in 1987 that designs and produces plastic flue gas pipes, chimney and shaft systems, heat pump accessories, ventilation products, and underfloor heating for heating engineers, chimney builders, self-builders, and HVAC installers across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Flue Gas Systems & HVAC Chimney Components

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Louvers, Vents & Architectural Grilles (IMADAIAM), Fans, Blowers & Ventilation Units (Supply/Exhaust/Inline) (IMADANAB), Water Heater/Boiler Flue, Venting & Chimney Liner Service (HSAOACAF)

Keywords

• Flue gas systems
• Chimney systems
• HVAC components
• Heat pump accessories
• Plastic exhaust pipes

Headquarters

HQ city

Pfungstadt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (B2B): Skoberne generates revenue through manufacturing and selling physical HVAC products including flue gas systems, shaft systems, heat pump accessories, ventilation systems, and underfloor heating to installers, tradesmen, and through distributors/wholesalers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Skoberne GmbH designs, manufactures, and distributes flue gas exhaust systems, chimney shaft systems, heat pump accessories, low-profile underfloor heating, and ventilation systems for residential and commercial HVAC applications. The product portfolio includes plastic (PP/PE) and stainless steel exhaust pipes, geopolymer foam and aerated concrete shaft systems (SKOBIFIX, UNIFIX, PORIFIX), acoustic covers for heat pumps (DecoMute, ECONEXT), thin-profile underfloor heating (OCTA), and insulated ventilation hoses (CoxDRY), comprising over 8,500 articles across six core categories.

Product overview

Skoberne GmbH offers a comprehensive portfolio of building technology systems, organized into six core product categories: exhaust/flue gas systems (plastic and stainless steel), shaft systems (SKOBIFIX, UNIFIX, PORIFIX), heat pump accessories (DecoMute, ECONEXT), underfloor heating (OCTA), ventilation (CoxDRY), and accessories. The company provides system solutions for residential and commercial buildings, specializing in energy-efficient heating technology integration. With over 8,500 products in their catalog, the systems are designed to work together as complete solutions for condensing boiler technology, solid fuel applications, and renewable energy systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OCTA: Low profile underfloor heating system for renovations and modernizations
• SKOBIFIX
• PORIFIX
• UNIFIX
• DecoMute
• ECONEXT
• CoxDRY
• SKOBINOX

Products and services

• Exhaust Systems (Abgassysteme) Complete range of plastic (polypropylene/polyethylene) and stainless steel flue gas pipe systems for residential and commercial buildings, including single-walled rigid/flexible pipes, concentric systems, and multiple occupancy solutions. Designed for heating installers and HVAC professionals serving condensing boiler, solid fuel, and renewable heating systems.
• SKOBIFIX 30 Geopolymer Foam Shaft System Condensing chimney block system made from special fire-rated SKOBIFIX geopolymer foam with tongue and groove connection system. 1-metre long shaft elements with LA30 fire resistance class. Designed for heating engineers and HVAC installers working with oil and gas condensing boiler technology up to 35 kW and flue gas temperatures up to 120°C.
• UNIFIX LA90 Aerated Concrete Shaft System Universal shaft system made from steam-hardened aerated concrete with 90-minute fire resistance. Available in five standard sizes and suitable for both flue gas pipes and solid fuel applications, condensing technology (up to T160), and cascade systems. Targeted at chimney builders and building tradesmen.
• PORIFIX Condensing Chimney System Brennwert-Schornstein (condensing chimney) combination product combining F90 aerated concrete shaft with plastic flue pipe, specifically developed for self-builders and distributed through building materials wholesalers.
• Stainless Steel Flue Gas Systems (SKOBINOX) SKOBINOX stainless steel single-walled and double-walled chimney kits with the highest corrosion resistance class V3, suitable for all fuel types including oil, gas, and solid fuels. The product range contains over 1,700 items with V3 corrosion resistance for all standard fireplace types and applications.
• DecoMute Heat Pump Sound Insulation Cover Sound-insulating cover for air source heat pumps developed jointly with Cox Geelen bv. Reduces noise by at least 5 dB while providing weather protection and aesthetic design through flexible panel construction with sound-absorbing materials.
• ECONEXT Heat Pump Roof Cover ECONEXT heat pump roof hood/covers for rooftop installations of split and monoblock outdoor units. Provides noise reduction, space savings, and weather protection for outdoor heat pump installations.
• OCTA Low-Profile Underfloor Heating System Low-profile underfloor heating system with only 15mm installation height, designed for renovations and modernization. Features PE-RT pipes compliant with ISO 10508 class 4, fast curing screed (walkable after 5 hours, dry after 2 days). Includes floor grids, heating pipes, and complete accessory assortment.
• CoxDRY Ventilation System with Heat Recovery Supply and exhaust air ventilation system with heat recovery, consisting of patented insulated ventilation hose and roof/wall ducts. Features continuous insulated hose with inserted metal spiral, antibacterial/mould/virus-repellent protection, thermally insulating coating, and self-supporting structure that prevents pressure drops.
• HVAC System Accessories Comprehensive accessories range including DEKTITE pipe collars (flexible rubber pipe collars for roof and façade penetrations), locking clamps (pull-out protection for rigid flue gas pipes), patented non-return valves with integrated siphon, short bends, shaft covers, double shaft covers for multiple ducting (available in 60/60, 80/80, 60/80 nominal widths), ceiling connection elements (patented), and condensate management products.
• Multiple Occupancy External Wall (MFB) System External wall flue gas collection system enabling multiple condensing boilers to connect to one vertical flue pipe in apartment buildings. Enables gradual transition to condensing boiler technology in apartment blocks with multiple heating appliances.
• Cascade (KAS) Flue Gas Connection System Cascade flue gas connection variant that collects multiple appliances on a horizontal connecting pipe and routes the combined flue gas to a single vertical flue. Designed for multi-appliance installations requiring combined flue gas discharge.

Quantifiable outcome

• DecoMute reduces noise by at least 5 dB
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature15 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Warmalp Heizungs- und AbgassystememinorOthers · 1 January 2026New subsidiary being established in Turkey as of 2026 for market expansion into the dynamic Turkish market.
• Grupa Skoberne Polska Sp. z o.o.coreOthers · 1 January 2022Sales subsidiary established in 2022 to strengthen presence on Eastern European market, offering service with reliability and quality.
• Cox Geelen bvcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Strategic acquisition in 2019 of Cox Geelen bv from Bergschenhoek Group, marking 'ComeTogether' milestone. 25+ years of successful cooperation prior to acquisition. Manufacturer of flue gas and ventilation systems as well as heat pump bonnets since 1871.
• Behindertenhilfe BergstrasseminorOthersSocial partnership for over 20 years promoting integration of people with disabilities into working life and actively committed to inclusion and equal opportunities.
• VKA (Association of Plastic Waste Gas Manufacturers)minorOthersIndustry association membership for plastic waste gas manufacturers.
• BDH (Federal Association of the German Heating Industry)minorOthersIndustry association membership for German heating industry.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Vaillant Group: Vaillant is a European leader in heating, ventilation, and heat pump technology. While primarily a system OEM rather than a flue manufacturer, it shapes the boiler/heat pump standards that drive demand for Skoberne's flue and accessory products.
• Bosch Thermotechnology: Bosch Thermotechnology is a major heating systems manufacturer (boilers, heat pumps) and a key OEM buyer/adapter of flue gas systems. It competes indirectly with Skoberne in heat pump installation accessories (where Skoberne's DecoMute/ECONEXT attach).
• Wienerberger AG: Wienerberger is a major European building materials manufacturer offering clay blocks, roof systems, and chimney solutions. While not solely focused on flue gas, it competes with Skoberne in chimney/shaft systems as part of a broader building envelope portfolio with significantly larger scale.
• Viessmann Climate Solutions: Viessmann is a leading European heating systems manufacturer (now part of Carrier). Its boiler and heat pump portfolio drives flue system demand and represents indirect competition through installer relationships across Germany and Europe.
• Daikin Europe: Daikin is a global HVAC and heat pump leader with significant European presence. As heat pump adoption scales, Daikin represents both an OEM customer for Skoberne's heat pump accessories and an indirect competitor for installation ecosystem share.
• Raab Karcher / GC Group: Raab Karcher (part of GC Group, owned by Stellantis/formerly Wolseley) is a leading European HVAC and building services distributor. It serves as both a competitor (private-label flue systems) and a distribution channel for Skoberne products to installers.

Direct peers

• ERLUS AG: ERLUS is a German manufacturer specializing in roof tiles, chimney systems, and ceramic flue gas components. It competes with Skoberne in the residential chimney/shaft market and shares the German/DACH distribution focus with overlapping installer and wholesaler channels.
• Plewa GmbH & Co. KG: Plewa is a German chimney and exhaust system manufacturer producing ceramic and stainless steel flue gas systems. It directly competes with Skoberne's SKOBINOX and SKOBIFIX lines in the residential and light commercial segments.
• Schiedel: Schiedel (part of BMI Group/Kingfisher) is a leading European manufacturer of chimney and flue gas systems, including stainless steel and ceramic chimney products. It is the most direct competitor to Skoberne in chimney/shaft systems across European residential and commercial markets.
• Cox Geelen bv: Cox Geelen bv is a wholly-owned Skoberne subsidiary (acquired 2019) and was itself historically a peer competitor in Dutch flue gas and ventilation markets. It is integrated into the Skoberne Group but operates as a distinct brand in the Benelux market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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