Tofas

What Tofas does

TOFAS s.r.o. is a privately held Slovak distribution and retail company, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Nová Bošáca (Nové Mesto nad Váhom district), that supplies tools, fasteners, abrasives, workshop equipment, industrial chemistry, and workplace safety gear to businesses, tradespeople (živnostníci), and DIY enthusiasts (domáci majstri) in Slovakia. Its product portfolio is organized around two core categories — fasteners (screws, nuts, blind rivets, rivet nuts, thread inserts from Baercoil, standardized parts from Elesa&Ganter) and tools — combined with branded consumables and workshop furnishings (abrasives, drill bits, Kim-Tec chemistry, Ardon safety equipment, shelving and storage systems, fencing). Brand authorizations include DeWalt, Stanley, Makita, PROMA, KSTOOLS, Proxxon, Knipex, and Wiha, with stock sourced from multiple European suppliers.

The business operates through three distribution channels: a physical retail store in Nová Bošáca (relocated to new premises on 10 February 2025), a dedicated e-commerce platform at naradiebrusivo.sk carrying a portion of the assortment, and direct phone/email-based quote sales for both unit and bulk orders. Pricing is quote-based rather than fixed-list, with individualized discounts and access to additional price lists available to registered customers. The company is owner/operator-managed by two named contacts — Ľubomír Jurika and Ľubomír Svetlík — with no disclosed external investors, parent company, subsidiaries, or institutional funding.

The core value proposition is single-supplier convenience across a comprehensive assortment, in-house warranty service without additional shipping cost, and price competitiveness for both small-unit and bulk buyers. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time product sales; there are no disclosed subscription, service-contract, licensing, or recurring revenue streams. Operating scope is exclusively domestic Slovakia, with all sales, marketing, and customer engagement conducted in the Slovak language and the company holding no international footprint.

Name

Tofas

Legal name

TOFAS s.r.o.

Website

https://www.tofas.sk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Slovak tools and fasteners distributor founded in 1998, supplying power and hand tools, fasteners, abrasives, workshop equipment, and safety gear to businesses, tradespeople, and DIY customers in Slovakia via a retail store, e-commerce site, and direct sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Tools and Fasteners Distribution

NAICS

Hardware Retailers (44414)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Fasteners, Nails, Screws & Anchors Retail (CRAIADAC)

Keywords

• Power tools distribution
• Fasteners and hardware
• Industrial tools supply
• Hand tools retail
• Workshop equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Nové Mesto Nad Váhom

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Tools: Revenue from selling electric and mechanical tools from brands including DeWalt, Stanley, Makita, PROMA, KSTOOLS, Proxxon, Knipex, and Wiha.
2. Product Sales - Fasteners: Revenue from selling fasteners including screws, nuts, rivets, anchors, wall plugs, and carpenter's hardware in various materials (steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminum, plastic) and surface finishes.
3. Product Sales - Consumables and Accessories: Revenue from abrasives (grinding/cutting discs, sandpaper), drill bits, taps, workshop shelving, plastic storage solutions, and protective equipment.
4. E-commerce Sales: Online sales through their e-shop naradiebrusivo.sk, which offers a portion of their product range.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

TOFAS s.r.o. distributes and retails electric and mechanical tools, fasteners, abrasives, workshop equipment, and workplace safety gear for businesses, tradespeople, and DIY customers in Slovakia. The company sources from multiple European suppliers and offers its products through a physical retail store in Nová Bošáca, an e-commerce platform at naradiebrusivo.sk, and direct quote-based sales. In-house servicing of purchased products is provided without additional shipping costs.

Product overview

Tofas s.r.o. is a Slovak tools and fasteners distributor offering a comprehensive product portfolio across multiple categories: fasteners (screws, nuts, rivets, rivet nuts, thread inserts, normalized parts), power tools (DeWalt, Stanley, Makita, PROMA), hand tools (KSTOOLS, Knipex, Proxxon, Wiha), abrasives (flap discs, grinding discs, sandpaper), industrial chemistry (Kim-Tec), workshop equipment (shelving, storage cabinets, plastic boxes), safety equipment (Ardon), and accessories (drills, taps, tool accessories). The company operates an e-commerce platform at naradiebrusivo.sk alongside their physical retail store, serving businesses, tradespeople, and DIY customers since 1998.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fasteners (Spojovací materiál) Fasteners including screws, nuts, rivets, anchors, wall plugs, and carpentry fittings, available in various surface finishes and mechanical properties including steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and plastic variants.
• Power Tools (Elektrické náradie) Power tools from brands DeWalt, Stanley, Makita, and PROMA for professional and DIY applications.
• Hand Tools (Mechanické náradie) Hand tools from KSTOOLS, Briliant, Proxxon, Stanley, Knipex, and Wiha covering a wide range of professional and industrial needs.
• Blind Rivets (Trhacie nity) Aluminum blind rivets in combinations of Aluminum/Steel, Aluminum/Stainless, Aluminum/Aluminum (split, sealing, high-strength variants), plus steel, stainless steel, and copper blind rivets.
• Rivet Nuts (Nitovacie matice) Rivet nuts in steel, aluminum, and stainless steel variants, available in small recessed Micro head ribbed and flat ribbed head configurations.
• Thread Inserts (Závitové vložky) Thread inserts from Baercoil brand for thread repair and reinforcement applications.
• Standardized Parts (Normalizované diely) Standardized mechanical components from Elesa&Ganter for industrial applications.
• Abrasives (Brusivo) Abrasive products including flap discs, cutting and grinding discs, and sandpaper for various applications.
• Workshop Storage and Furniture (Sklad) Workshop and warehouse storage solutions including shelving systems (Policové regály), archive cabinets, and plastic storage boxes and containers.
• Industrial Chemistry (Chémia Kim-Tec) Industrial chemistry products from Kim-Tec brand including sealants, adhesives, and specialized chemical solutions.
• Workplace Safety Equipment (Pracovné a ochranné pomôcky) Work and protective equipment from Ardon CZ including safety gear, workwear, and protective clothing.
• Drills and Taps (Vrtáky a závitníky) Drill bits, taps, countersinks, and combined tap drills from various manufacturers.
• Tool Accessories (Príslušenstvo k náradiu) Tool accessories including taps, dies, sets, wire brushes, and HSS bimetal hole cutters.
• Fencing and Wire Mesh (Pletivá a ploty) Fencing materials and wire mesh products for various fencing applications.
• Online E-shop (naradiebrusivo.sk) E-shop platform operated by TOFAS for online sales of tools and abrasives, accessible at naradiebrusivo.sk.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• European SupplierscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates with multiple European suppliers for fasteners, providing comprehensive and cost-effective supply. Suppliers are described as guarantors of quality and complete deliveries.
• Ardon CZminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCollaborates with Ardon CZ for work protective equipment (pracovné a ochranné pomôcky). TOFAS can prepare individual price quotes for Ardon products.
• GEIS Parcel SK s.r.o.minorOthersShipping partner for delivering online orders. Located at 960 01 Zvolen, Trňanská 6, IČO: 46489592.
• Jolana Kováčová (Accounting)minorOthersAccounting services provider. Located at 958 41 Kolačno 279, IČO: 51438674.
• Elesa&GanterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of normalized parts (normalizované diely) including standardized mechanical components.
• BaercoilminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplier of threaded inserts (závitové vložky) for thread repair and reinforcement.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Würth: Global market leader in fasteners, tools, and workshop supplies for trade and industry. Highly comparable to TOFAS because both focus on fasteners, hand tools, and consumables sold through B2B and direct channels to professional tradespeople.
• Hilti: Premium power tools, fasteners, and software for construction professionals. Comparable to TOFAS's professional-grade tool and fastener assortment (DeWalt, Makita, Knipex) and shared trade customer base of živnostníci and contractors.
• Hoffmann Group: European B2B supplier of quality tools, fasteners, and standard parts for industry and trades. Comparable to TOFAS's professional positioning on hand tools, precision tools (Knipex, Wiha, Proxxon) and standardized mechanical components from Elesa+Ganter.
• Berner Group: European B2B distributor of tools, fasteners, chemicals, and PPE for trades and industry. Comparable to TOFAS's mix of fasteners, hand tools, abrasives, and Kim-Tec industrial chemistry/Ardon safety equipment sold via direct sales.

Broad incumbents

• Bauhaus: Pan-European DIY and home improvement retail chain offering tools, fasteners, workshop equipment, and abrasives. Comparable product breadth to TOFAS but at much larger scale and across multiple countries.
• Hornbach: European DIY chain with a strong assortment of power tools, hand tools, fasteners, and workshop supplies. Comparable to TOFAS in product categories served, though operating much larger big-box stores across Europe.
• OBI: European DIY/home improvement retailer with deep tools and hardware assortments. Overlaps with TOFAS on tool, fastener, and workshop categories but operates at larger format and broader geographic scale.

Regional players

• Mountfield: Czech and Slovak DIY and garden retailer with strong tools, hardware, and home improvement assortments. Closely comparable to TOFAS by geography (overlap in Slovakia/Czech markets) and category, though Mountfield carries a wider garden/outdoor focus.
• Alza: Leading Central European e-commerce retailer with a strong tools and hardware category on alza.sk. Comparable to TOFAS on assortment of DeWalt, Makita, Stanley and similar brands, but competes via a much larger online catalog and logistics network.
• Hej.sk: Slovak e-commerce platform offering tools, hardware, and home improvement products. Comparable online channel to TOFAS's naradiebrusivo.sk e-shop, serving similar Slovak DIY and trade customers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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