Qlima

What Qlima does

Qlima is a Dutch consumer climate-comfort brand that designs, markets, and distributes heating, cooling, and air-treatment hardware for residential and recreational end users. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Oss, Netherlands, the company operates as a brand under PVG International B.V., itself part of the privately held PVG Group conglomerate. The product portfolio spans split-unit air conditioners with inverter and WiFi functionality, monoblock heat pumps, mobile air conditioners, kouskachels (paraffin wick heaters that operate without electricity), pellet stoves, portable gas heaters with oxygen-depletion sensors, electric fan/convector/panel/inertia heaters, dehumidifiers, air purifiers, and liquid heater fuels including the ISCC+-certified Kristal Spark sustainable fuel. Technical differentiation is concentrated in proprietary hardware features rather than software: Dual Kherr-stone inertia cores in Sereno and Ovido radiators, Spark Ignition replacing glow filaments in wick heaters, Double Burner two-stage combustion, integrated CO2 safety sensors, and leak-free quick-connect refrigerant piping that enables DIY installation of split ACs.

The business model is hardware-driven omnichannel retail. Qlima generates revenue primarily through unit sales of its climate-comfort SKUs, with consumable fuels creating an attached recurring revenue line. Distribution is led by an established retail partner network across the Netherlands and Belgium, supplemented by direct e-commerce via qlima.nl; split-unit ACs are sold under a hybrid model in which consumers self-install the indoor/outdoor units and only the mandatory F-gas coupling is performed by WIMA-certified installers (replacing Heijmans as of November 1, 2025). Pricing is set at the retailer level rather than centrally, and the company markets across a broad horizontal residential segment while also targeting use-case niches such as camping/caravanning (Qsplit mini), emergency preparedness (electricity-independent wick heaters), and uninsulated utility spaces.

The customer base is entirely B2C, with no named enterprise accounts and no disclosed revenue figures; commercial visibility is therefore limited, but the breadth of retail and digital channels (Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, newsletter, store locator) indicates a long-tail consumer model with low single-customer concentration. Recent strategic activity has emphasized product renewal and connected/sustainability positioning rather than scale expansion, including the rollout of smart inertia radiators, the Kristal Spark renewable fuel launch, and Tuya-based smart-home integration for split ACs.

Name

Qlima

Legal name

PVG International B.V.

Website

https://qlima.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Qlima is a Dutch climate-comfort brand under PVG International B.V. that sells heating, cooling, air-treatment hardware and consumable fuels to residential consumers across the Netherlands and Belgium through retail partners and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Climate Comfort Products / Home Heating and Cooling

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (423730)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC & Air Treatment Appliance Retail (Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Air Purifiers/Dehumidifiers) (CRACACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Personal Comfort & Air Treatment Appliances Retail (Fans, Heaters, Humidifiers, Purifiers) (CRACADAI), HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution (CRAOAFAJ)

Keywords

• Home heating solutions
• Climate comfort products
• Split-unit air conditioners
• Portable gas heaters
• Air treatment devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Oss

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Climate Comfort Hardware Sales: Qlima generates revenue primarily through the sale of physical heating, cooling, and air treatment products including split-unit air conditioners, wick heaters, gas heaters, electric heaters, pellet stoves, and accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Qlima manufactures and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of climate comfort products for residential consumers, including split-unit air conditioners with heat pump functionality, monoblock heat pumps, mobile air conditioners, kouskachels (paraffin wick heaters), pellet stoves, gas heaters, electric heaters, air purifiers, and dehumidifiers. The company also markets consumable fuels (Kristal Spark with 25% renewable content) and accessories. Products are sold through retail partners and the Qlima e-commerce platform in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Product overview

Qlima is a climate comfort specialist offering a comprehensive portfolio of heating, cooling, and air treatment products under a unified brand. The product line centers on climate control solutions including: Split-unit airconditioners (S/SC series) for cooling, heating, and dehumidification; monoblock heat pumps; mobile air conditioners; and a full range of heating solutions including kouskachels (wick/paraffic heaters working without electricity), pelletkachels (pellet stoves), gaskachels (gas heaters with various capacities up to 5.9 kW hybrid models), and elektrische kachels (electric heaters including fan, convector, panel, and smart inertia radiators like Sereno and Ovido with WiFi control). Air treatment products include luchtontvochtigers (dehumidifiers) and luchtreinigers (air purifiers). Supporting products include Kristal Spark sustainable fuel (25% renewable), Premium Quality Fuels, and SolarBoost panel cleaner. Outdoor solutions include portable split airconditioners for camping. All products share the common purpose of creating comfortable indoor climates with energy efficiency and user-friendly design as key differentiators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kristal Spark: Sustainable fuel made from 25% renewable resources for fuel stoves
• Kristal
• SolarBoost
• Qsplit mini
• Sereno
• Ovido

Products and services

• Split-unit Air Conditioners (S and SC series) Wall-mounted split air conditioning units consisting of indoor and outdoor units for cooling, heating, and dehumidification, featuring WiFi connectivity, Tuya smart app control, HEPA and activated carbon filters, and inverter variable-speed technology. Targeted at residential homeowners in the Netherlands and Belgium.
• Monoblock Heat Pumps Monoblock heat pump systems providing efficient heating and cooling for residential climate control.
• Mobile Air Conditioners Portable air conditioning units for flexible cooling that can be moved between rooms. Targeted at residential consumers seeking temporary or movable cooling.
• Kouskachels (Paraffin Wick Heaters) Liquid fuel radiant heaters using a wick system that operate without electricity, with models from 2.4 kW to 2.85 kW. Features include spark ignition, CO2 sensor, safety tilt switch, and a hand-warm top plate. Targeted at residential and emergency-preparedness consumers seeking off-grid heating.
• Pelletkachels (Pellet Heaters) Pellet-burning heating stoves for efficient and sustainable home heating using biomass pellets as fuel.
• Gaskachels (Gas Heaters) Portable propane/butane gas heaters ranging from 3.4 kW to 5.9 kW (hybrid gas + electric), equipped with oxygen depletion sensors (ODS) and tip-over protection for safe indoor and semi-outdoor use.
• Sereno and Ovido Smart Inertia Heaters Smart electric inertia radiators using proprietary Dual Kherr-stone Dry Inertia technology for rapid heating and long-lasting heat retention. Sereno uses a cast iron core while Ovido uses aluminum elements; both include WiFi connectivity and LCD display for smartphone control.
• Electric Fan Heaters (EFH series) and Convector Heaters (ECH series) Electric fan and convector heaters that quickly warm rooms by blowing heated air or using natural air circulation. Models include EFH 2010 (compact), EFH 6020, EFH 6030 (1500/3000 W with remote), and ECH 4020 (suitable for up to 80 m³ with adjustable thermostat).
• Heteluchtkanonnen (Hot Air Cannons) Forced air heating units designed for industrial or large space heating applications, including construction sites, workshops, and warehouses.
• Air Purifiers (Luchtreinigers) Indoor air purification devices, some featuring HEPA filters for removing allergens, dust, pollen, and other airborne particles to improve indoor air quality and wellbeing.
• Dehumidifiers (Luchtontvochtigers) Devices for reducing humidity levels in indoor spaces to improve air quality and prevent moisture-related issues such as mold and condensation.
• Kristal Spark Sustainable Heater Fuel Sustainable heater fuel composed of 25% renewable raw materials and certified by ISCC+, providing odorless combustion and packaged in 10% recycled PET. Designed for use across all Qlima wick heater types.
• Premium Quality Fuels High-quality liquid heater fuels with reduced aromatic and sulfur content compared to standard fuels, extending heater lifespan and providing cleaner combustion.
• SolarBoost Solar Panel Cleaner Specialized cleaning product for solar panel maintenance that removes dirt without damaging surfaces, prevents lime scale and streaks via an antistatic effect, and is safe for panels and the environment.
• Qsplit Mini Portable Split Air Conditioner Portable split air conditioner designed specifically for caravans, campers, and tents to deliver climate control during travel and camping.

Quantifiable outcome

• Qlima Kristal Spark reduces CO2 emissions compared to traditional fuels through 25% renewable content
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• WIMAcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 November 2025WIMA serves as Qlima's exclusive inbedrijfstellingspartner (commissioning partner) for split-unit air conditioners. WIMA provides mandatory F-gas coupling services, system testing, and extended warranty activation. As of November 1, 2025, WIMA took over installation services from Heijmans, offering the same quality standards and service levels.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Dyson: Premium consumer brand selling heaters, fans, purifiers, and humidifiers with proprietary technology. Closely comparable to Qlima in the personal climate-comfort and air-treatment retail categories with an overlapping technology-led design value proposition.
• Tristar: Dutch-based value consumer appliance brand with a broad climate-comfort and small-appliance portfolio including heaters, fans, and air care. Competes directly with Qlima in Benelux retail on similar price-driven categories.
• Inventum: Dutch consumer appliance brand selling small kitchen and climate appliances including heaters and air treatment devices. Highly comparable to Qlima in product scope and Dutch regional market positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Daikin: Global HVAC market leader offering split air conditioners, heat pumps, and air treatment systems across Europe. Overlaps directly with Qlima's split-unit AC and monoblock heat pump lines, but at vastly larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Mitsubishi Electric: Major manufacturer of residential and commercial HVAC systems including split ACs, heat pumps, and ventilation. Direct category competitor to Qlima with deeper R&D and installer networks across Europe.
• Bosch Thermotechnology: Bosch's heating and cooling division covers heat pumps, gas heaters, and climate solutions for European homes. Overlaps with Qlima's heating portfolio and competes in the same Benelux retail channels.
• Panasonic Heating & Cooling: Panasonic's HVAC division offers residential split ACs, heat pumps, and air-quality solutions, competing directly with Qlima's split-unit and heat-pump lines while extending to broader consumer electronics adjacent to Qlima's portfolio.
• LG Electronics: Global consumer electronics and appliance maker with a strong residential HVAC line including split ACs and air purifiers. Competes with Qlima across multiple climate-comfort categories in European retail.

Emerging players

• Philips: Philips's consumer air-care line includes HEPA air purifiers, humidifiers, and connected climate devices. Overlaps with Qlima's luchtreinigers and luchtontvochtigers at the premium end of the Benelux consumer market.
• Honeywell: Honeywell sells consumer air purifiers, heaters, and smart thermostats that overlap with Qlima's air-treatment and connected climate portfolio. Comparable in target customer and channel mix despite differing brand heritage.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@qlima.europe
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pvg/about
• Instagraminstagram.com/qlima.europe
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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