Bautek
Bautek is an Italian custom stainless steel fabrication company founded in 1985 and part of Foster Group, manufacturing made-to-measure kitchen worktops, sinks, cooktops, and the 360 Kitchen line of freestanding indoor/outdoor kitchen systems for residential and luxury end-customers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1985
- HeadquartersPonti, Italy
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Bautek does
Bautek S.r.l. is an Italian custom stainless steel fabrication company founded in 1985 by Engineer Roberto Lini, headquartered in Ponti sul Mincio. The company manufactures made-to-measure stainless steel kitchen worktops (Top in acciaio inox) with seamless welded integration of sinks, gas and induction cooktops, and table-mounted extractor hoods, using AISI 304 (austenitic, 18% Cr / 8% Ni) and marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel for outdoor and extreme environments. Bautek operates the 360 Kitchen product line of freestanding indoor/outdoor kitchen systems under sub-brands Finalmente, Insieme, QUI, and Ognidove, constructed in marine-grade stainless steel with aluminum honeycomb structural support. Proprietary finishes include the registered "Spazzolato Foster" trademark along with Vintage, Scotch-brite, and Fog finishes, plus nine edge profiles and thicknesses from 1mm to 4mm, enabling countertop production up to 6000mm in a single piece.
The company operates a direct sales motion with custom quote-based pricing on all made-to-measure products, supplemented by digital catalogs (360 Kitchen Catalogue, Technical Catalogue) and a website-based "Richiedi preventivo" (Request Quote) funnel. Bautek is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Foster Group (Foster S.p.A.), an Italian kitchen appliances manufacturer with a worldwide distribution network spanning 40+ countries and certified service centers for pre and post-sale support. Customer segments include residential kitchen renovators, outdoor living enthusiasts, and luxury/high-end residential buyers seeking exclusive Italian craftsmanship. The Foster Group parent holds ISO 9001:2015 certification (Registration CH-36474). Bautek itself is small (11-50 employees) with a €41,600 share capital, positioning it as a specialized craft manufacturer within a larger industrial group rather than a standalone scale player.
Bautek firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Bautek
- Legal name
- Bautek S.r.l.
- Website
- https://bautek.it
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1985
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Bautek is an Italian custom stainless steel fabrication company founded in 1985 and part of Foster Group, manufacturing made-to-measure kitchen worktops, sinks, cooktops, and the 360 Kitchen line of freestanding indoor/outdoor kitchen systems for residential and luxury end-customers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Bautek industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Kitchen Countertops
- NAICS
- Wood Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturing (33711), Household Appliance Manufacturing (3352)
- SIC
- Sheet Metal Work (3444)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Kitchen Countertops & Backsplash Installation (HSAPAAAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Countertop Fabrication & Installation (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface) (HSAPAIAE)
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Where Bautek is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Ponti
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Bautek business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Stainless Steel Countertops (Top in acciaio inox su misura): Bautek generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of custom-made stainless steel kitchen countertops, work surfaces, and integrated kitchen solutions. Each product is manufactured to customer specifications as unique pieces. The company offers complete kitchen solutions including sinks, cooktops, and accessories integrated into the stainless steel surface.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quote-based pricing for made-to-measure stainless steel kitchen solutions |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Bautek product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Bautek manufactures, supplies, and maintains custom-made stainless steel kitchen worktops (Top in acciaio inox), integrating sinks, gas cooktops, induction hobs, downdraft hoods, and accessories into seamless single-piece surfaces. The company also produces the 360 Kitchen line of freestanding indoor and outdoor kitchen systems (Finalmente, Insieme, QUI, and Ognidove) using AISI 304 and marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel. All products are made-to-measure per customer specifications.
Product overview
Bautek is a stainless steel fabrication company specializing in custom-made kitchen worktops and freestanding kitchen systems. Founded in 1985, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio including custom stainless steel worktops (Top in acciaio inox), the 360 Kitchen line of freestanding kitchens (with sub-lines Finalmente, Insieme, QUI, and Ognidove), integrable products (sinks, gas and induction cooktops, table hoods), and accessories. All products are crafted in Italy using high-quality stainless steel (AISI 304 and AISI 316), with various finishes (Vintage, Spazzolato Foster, Scotch-brite, Fog) and edge profiles. Bautek is part of the Foster Group.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Top in acciaio inox (Custom Stainless Steel Worktops) Custom-made stainless steel worktops for kitchens, manufactured to customer specifications in thicknesses from 1mm to 2mm (up to 4mm for solid slabs) and up to 6000mm in a single piece. Features seamless welding of sinks, cooktops, and accessories for residential and high-end custom kitchen projects.
- 360 Kitchen Line (Freestanding Kitchen Systems) A product line of freestanding kitchen systems designed for indoor and outdoor use, comprising four sub-lines: Finalmente (outdoor nomadic kitchen on wheels), Insieme (indoor/outdoor with sliding cover), QUI (compact modular), and Ognidove (portable induction cooktops). All constructed in marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel and made in Italy.
- Lavelli (Stainless Steel Sinks) Integrable stainless steel sinks offered across multiple collections including Foster Milano, Milanello Workstation, Quadra, KE, S4001, GK, Triplo Invaso, Serie 35, Serie 45, Fortyfour, Master, Stripe, S3000, KS, Angolare, Phantom Base, Phantom Edge, Circolari, Uragano, and Tornado. Designed to integrate seamlessly into Bautek stainless steel worktops.
- Piani cottura a gas (Gas Cooktops) Integrable gas cooktops offered across multiple collections including Milanello, KE, S4000, FL, Angolare, Professionale, S4000 Domino, and Veronika, ranging from 1 to 5 burners. Designed to integrate into Bautek stainless steel worktops.
- Piani induzione (Induction Cooktops) Integrable induction cooktops across collections including Foster Milano, KE, S4000, S1000, Modular Induction, Ognidove, and S4000 Domino, with 1 to 6 cooking zones. Designed to integrate into Bautek stainless steel worktops and outdoor kitchen systems.
- Cappe da tavolo (Table-Mounted Downdraft Hoods) Table-mounted extractor hoods offered in Domino, Ghost, and S4000 Domino collections, constructed in stainless steel with glass components and rated energy class A-B. Designed for integration with Bautek cooktops and worktops.
- Vasche speciali (Special Custom Basins) Special custom-made basins and sinks for unique kitchen configurations, fabricated to specification within Bautek's bespoke stainless steel offering.
- Steel Clean (Stainless Steel Care Product) Professional cleaning cream for stainless steel maintenance, formulated to remove limescale deposits, stubborn dirt, and rust stains, supplied with a microfiber cloth for quick removal of grease and dust.
Quantifiable outcome
- Stainless steel surfaces without joints are easier to clean and more hygienic than traditional countertop installations
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Bautek
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Bautek technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Bautek partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Foster S.p.A.flagshipBautek is a subsidiary company of Foster S.p.A., an Italian kitchen appliances manufacturer. Foster Group encompasses 4 highly specialized production sites with complementary processes and products. Foster brings expertise in home appliances and kitchen equipment that are integrated into Bautek's custom stainless steel countertops. The partnership enables Bautek to leverage Foster's worldwide distribution network spanning 40+ countries and their comprehensive range of certified integrable products.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Bautek competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Franke: Swiss global manufacturer of kitchen sinks, cooktops, and hoods with strong premium positioning, directly competing with Bautek's integrable product lines in stainless steel kitchen fixtures.
- Cosentino: Spanish global leader in engineered stone and quartz surfaces (Silestone, Dekton), comparable to Bautek as a premium kitchen countertop manufacturer competing in the high-end residential renovation segment.
- Blanco: German specialist in kitchen sinks and mixer taps with global distribution, comparable to Bautek in stainless steel sink manufacturing and premium kitchen positioning.
- Falmec: Italian manufacturer of kitchen extractor hoods headquartered in Veneto, directly comparable as a domestic Italian premium kitchen ventilation specialist competing in similar channels.
- Barazza: Italian manufacturer of stainless steel kitchen sinks, cooktops and built-in appliances, highly comparable to Bautek in materials, premium positioning, and made-in-Italy craftsmanship.
- Scavolini: Major Italian kitchen manufacturer offering complete kitchen solutions, comparable to Bautek in domestic premium kitchen positioning and Made in Italy brand equity.
- Abimis: Italian bespoke stainless steel kitchen manufacturer with similar focus on custom, professional-grade domestic kitchens, directly comparable in craftsmanship model and target customer profile.
- Steel Cucine: Italian manufacturer specializing in stainless steel kitchen furniture and integrated solutions, comparable to Bautek in custom stainless steel kitchen fabrication and design-led positioning.
Broad incumbents
- Smeg: Italian premium kitchen appliance manufacturer with global brand recognition, comparable as a domestic Italian peer operating in the broader premium kitchen appliance category.
- Foster S.p.A. Parent company of Bautek and major Italian kitchen appliance manufacturer with 40+ country presence, comparable as the broader kitchen solutions platform and primary distribution channel that enables Bautek's reach.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Bautek social profiles
Digital presenceBautek compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Bautek financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Bautek leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Bautek funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Bautek M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Bautek
What does Bautek do?
Bautek manufactures, supplies, and maintains custom-made stainless steel kitchen worktops (Top in acciaio inox), integrating sinks, gas cooktops, induction hobs, downdraft hoods, and accessories into seamless single-piece surfaces. The company also produces the 360 Kitchen line of freestanding indoor and outdoor kitchen systems (Finalmente, Insieme, QUI, and Ognidove) using AISI 304 and marine-grade AISI 316 stainless steel. All products are made-to-measure per customer specifications.
Is Bautek a public or private company?
Bautek is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Bautek founded?
Bautek was founded in 1985. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Bautek based?
Bautek is headquartered in Ponti, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does Bautek make money?
One revenue line is on record: custom Stainless Steel Countertops (Top in acciaio inox su misura).
Who are Bautek's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Franke, Cosentino, Blanco, Falmec, Barazza, Scavolini, Abimis and Steel Cucine. Broad incumbents are Smeg and Foster S.p.A..
Does Bautek have an API?
No public API is recorded for Bautek.
What industry is Bautek in?
Bautek's product category is Kitchen Countertops. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSAPAAAC, Kitchen Countertops & Backsplash Installation, with a secondary code of HSAPAIAE, Countertop Fabrication & Installation (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface). Its NAICS code is 33711 and its SIC code is 3444.