PROTECT laser protection

What PROTECT laser protection does

PROTECT-Laserschutz GmbH is a privately held German limited liability company headquartered in Nürnberg, Germany (Mühlhofer Hauptstraße 7, 90453 Nürnberg). It manufactures certified laser protection equipment under four product lines: Industry & R+D (industrial, university, and research laser systems), Laser & Welding (hand-guided laser welding operators), Medical (dental, cosmetics, dermatology, and veterinary applications), and Tactical & Outdoor (ballistic and laser eye protection for police, military, and sports). The product portfolio includes laser safety eyewear certified to EN 207/208, mobile barriers and curtains qualified to EN 12254, laser protection cabins, windows and foils, the BODYGUARD protective clothing line certified to EN ISO 11612 and EN ISO 11611 (Class 2 A1+A2), and UV protection clothing sets. Coverage spans wavelengths from 180nm to 10600nm (UV through far infrared). The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, is a founding member of the VHL (Verband für Handgeführte Lasertechnik e.V.) industry association, and operates an in-house acrylic and polymer processing unit branded Acryl-Design for custom manufacturing.

The company makes money through hardware sales (standard catalog via its own e-commerce webstore protect-laserschutz.de with prices displayed ex-VAT) and bespoke hardware/services (custom filters, custom acrylic solutions, cabin engineering), supplemented by free protection-level consultation services. It sells both B2B (enterprises, institutions, OEMs) and B2C (individual consumers), with direct sales support via phone (+49 911 9644 31-0) and contact form for custom and bulk orders. Distribution is primarily direct, with international shipping handled through UPS to European and third countries. There is no evidence of external institutional investors, PE/VC involvement, or parent-company ownership; management comprises Petra Fröbel, Rüdiger Fröbel, and Wenzel Pech. Recent strategic activity includes the January 2025 launch of COVERLIGHT laser safety eyewear, the 2025 launch of Acryl-Design custom acrylic solutions, and ongoing participation in a ZIM-funded R&D project (Lunisafe). No revenue, headcount, or funding figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

PROTECT laser protection

Legal name

PROTECT-Laserschutz GmbH

Website

https://protect-laserschutz.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

German manufacturer of certified laser safety equipment (eyewear, cabins, curtains, barriers, protective clothing, UV sets) for industrial, laser welding, medical, and tactical/military buyers. Products certified to EN/ISO standards, sold direct via webstore with custom manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laser Safety Equipment

SIC

Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety & Industrial Protective Eyewear (CRAAAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Flame & Heat Protective Foundry/Welding Apparel (CRAAALAL)

Keywords

• Laser safety eyewear
• Laser protection equipment
• Protective clothing welding
• Laser safety barriers
• Industrial safety products

Headquarters

HQ city

Nuremberg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Laser Safety Products: Sale of laser safety eyewear, protective clothing, barriers, curtains, windows, and cabin solutions for industrial, medical, and tactical applications
2. Custom/Special Solutions: Custom acrylic solutions, bespoke protective equipment, and specialty filter manufacturing services
3. Protective Clothing (BODYGUARD): Complete protective clothing line including welding protection and UV protection suits and accessories
4. Consulting Services: Protection level calculation and consultation services to recommend appropriate laser safety products

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PROTECT-Laserschutz GmbH manufactures and sells certified laser protection equipment including laser safety eyewear, protective cabins, windows, curtains, mobile barriers, and the BODYGUARD protective clothing line. Products cover wavelengths from 180nm to 11000nm and are certified to European standards (EN 207/208, EN 12254, EN ISO 11612/11611), serving industrial, medical, welding, and tactical end markets. The company also offers custom acrylic solutions through its Acryl-Design division and provides protection level calculation consulting services.

Product overview

PROTECT-Laserschutz GmbH is a German manufacturer of certified laser protection equipment serving four product lines: Industry & R+D (industrial and research applications), Laser & Welding (hand-held laser welding systems), Medical (dental, cosmetics, dermatology, and veterinary applications), and Tactical & Outdoor (police, military, and sports eyewear). The product portfolio includes laser protection cabins, windows and foils, curtains and mobile barriers, safety screens, and laser safety eyewear certified to EN 207/208 standards. The company also offers the BODYGUARD protective clothing line certified to EN ISO 11612 and 11611, including UV protection sets. The Acryl-Design service provides custom acrylic solutions. A proprietary protection level calculator tool helps customers select appropriate products. Products cover wavelengths from 180nm to 10600nm across UV, visible, and infrared spectrums.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BODYGUARD: Protective clothing product line for welding and UV protection applications
• isoPROTECT
• AcrylTeam
• Industry & R+D
• Medical Line
• Tactical & Outdoor

Products and services

• Laser Protection Eyewear (Laserschutzbrillen) Certified laser safety eyewear developed in Germany to EN 207/208 standards, offering eye protection for users and accompanying personnel against laser system hazards. Available in models for prescription spectacle wearers and with custom filter solutions.
• Laser Protection Cabins (Laserschutzkabinen) Enclosed laser protection cabins providing comprehensive safety barriers for industrial and research laser applications.
• Laser Protection Windows (Laserschutzfenster) Certified laser protection windows and foils for viewing areas and optical barriers in laser installations.
• Mobile Laser Protection Barriers (isoPROTECT) Movable or portable laser protection barriers including isoPROTECT-Budget and isoPROTECT-HighTech models. All qualified to EN 12254 standard, suitable for wavelengths from 180-11000nm.
• Laser Protection Screens (Laserschutz Stellwände) Mobile laser safety screens suitable for all laser types from 180-11000nm, available with custom sizes and integrated laser protection windows.
• Laser Protection Curtains (Laserschutzvorhänge) Mobile and fixed laser protection curtains providing flexible shielding solutions. Available in various widths from 2100mm to 6300mm with adjustable height frames.
• BODYGUARD Protective Clothing Robust protective clothing developed for industrial demands including MIG laser welding, cutting processes, and spark/heat generating work. Includes jackets, pants, aprons, gloves, and suits. Certified to EN ISO 11612 (Class 2 A1 + A2) and EN ISO 11611. Features skin-friendly, breathable fabric.
• BODYGUARD UV Protection Sets (LLS and LSR) White UV protection set (LLS) for service technicians in dermatology UV therapy systems, and blue UV protection set (LSR) for UV laser scatter radiation. Both certified to EN ISO 13688:2013 with UPF50+ rating and high optical density in UV-A, UV-B, UV-C range.
• Acryl-Design Custom Acrylic Solutions Custom polymer/acrylic manufacturing services including laser protection screens and custom cuts, CNC cutting, thermoforming, displays, furniture, trophies, signs, partitions, polishing, bonding, and repairs.
• COVERLIGHT Laser Safety Eyewear Newest model in the laser safety eyewear product line.

Quantifiable outcome

• Complete protection coverage for wavelengths 193nm to 10600nm

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• VHL - Verband für Handgeführte Lasertechnik e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of VHL (Association for Hand-Guided Laser Technology). This strategic membership indicates deep involvement in the hand-held laser welding industry, providing industry insights, networking opportunities, and influence in shaping industry standards and best practices.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Revision Military: Tactical and ballistic eyewear supplier to military and law enforcement. Direct comparable to PROTECT's Tactical & Outdoor line for police, military, and laser eye protection.
• ESS (Eye Safety Systems): Ballistic and tactical eyewear for military and police operators, with overlap into laser eye protection. Comparable to PROTECT's Camouflage Line / Tactical & Outdoor segment.
• Kentek Corporation: Manufactures laser safety eyewear, barriers, windows, and signs with comparable EN-standard certified products. Directly competes with PROTECT across industrial and research laser protection categories.
• Univet S.r.l. Italian manufacturer of safety eyewear including a specialized laser safety line (EN 207/208 certified). Competes directly with PROTECT in European industrial and medical laser eyewear.
• NoIR Laser Company: US-based specialty manufacturer of laser safety eyewear, filters, and barriers serving medical, industrial, and research customers. Closest direct competitor to PROTECT's flagship eyewear and curtain/barrier lines.

Broad incumbents

• uvex safety group: Major European PPE manufacturer with a laser safety eyewear range among broader safety products. Comparable as a broad incumbent that competes with PROTECT in industrial safety eyewear.
• Honeywell Personal Protective Equipment: Large PPE manufacturer offering laser safety eyewear as part of a broader safety portfolio. Comparable as a broad incumbent in industrial laser protection.
• 3M Personal Safety Division: Diversified global PPE giant with laser safety eyewear in its catalog. Competes via procurement scale and bundling rather than laser-specialist depth.

Others

• Stahli Group: Swiss-based specialist in laser processing equipment and optical finishing; adjacent to PROTECT through shared laser industry customers and complementary optics knowledge.

Emerging players

• Bollé Safety: European safety eyewear brand with growing laser and welding protection offerings. Comparable to PROTECT in BODYGUARD-style welding/UV protection territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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