Art of Cryo

What Art of Cryo does

Art of Cryo is a division of L&R Kältetechnik GmbH & Co. KG, a family-owned German industrial refrigeration company founded in 1991 in Sundern, Germany, and led by Burkhard Rüßmann and his sons André (CTO) and Sebastian (CFO). Established as a dedicated division in 2020, Art of Cryo designs, manufactures, and sells professional electric whole-body cryotherapy chambers under the Vaultz brand (V1, V1 lux, V2, V3, and bespoke unical variants), reaching stable temperatures from -75°C to -110°C using proprietary cascade deep refrigeration technology without nitrogen consumption. The product portfolio has expanded to include complementary modalities: the M.C.S. multisensory warmth system, the FLOW system with Alternating Deep Flow Technology for recovery, the LUMERA X1 multi-stimulation training system combining vibration training and photobiomodulation, and the integrated Tec-Spa-Modul complete solution concept.

The company sells exclusively through direct enterprise field sales with regional specialization, including a dedicated APAC & UK sales director, business relationship managers, and project engineers handling consultation, financing, and installation. Revenue streams include one-time hardware sales (quote-based per configuration), flexible leasing and financing arrangements, multi-tier recurring maintenance contracts, operator training and certification, spare parts, and turnkey project installations. Primary customer segments are cryo studios, fitness and physiotherapy practices, spas and wellness facilities, professional sports and performance centers, with secondary segments in clinics, private luxury, corporate health, and yachts/special projects. The company claims installations in 40+ countries and a world market leadership position in high-performance cryotherapy chambers, with a customer base spanning luxury hotels (Andreus Resorts, Silvretta Therme), longevity centers (Longevity Treudelberg, Coolzoone), and professional wellness operators. As a non-listed division of a private GmbH, Art of Cryo does not publicly disclose financial results and has not raised external funding.

Name

Art of Cryo

Legal name

L & R Kältetechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://artofcryo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Art of Cryo is the German cryotherapy division of L&R Kältetechnik, designing and manufacturing electric whole-body Vaultz chambers (-75°C to -110°C) plus complementary warmth, flow, and training systems for professional studios, hotels, spas, sports facilities, and longevity centers in 40+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cryotherapy Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Cryotherapy Services (HSADAKAE)

Keywords

• Cryotherapy equipment
• Cold therapy chambers
• Whole body cryotherapy
• Electric cryosauna devices
• Cryo control software

Headquarters

HQ city

Sundern

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cryo Chamber Sales: Direct sale of VAULTZ cryotherapy chambers including V1, V1 lux, V2, and V3 models. Prices are quote-based and determined by model, configuration, and customization requirements.
2. Leasing & Financing: Flexible leasing and financing options for studios, clinics, hotels, and performance centers. Enables customers to acquire equipment without large upfront capital expenditure.
3. Maintenance Contracts: Structured maintenance and service contracts including standard, extended, and customized plans. Covers regular technical inspections, preventive maintenance, and priority support services.
4. Training & Certification: Operator training and certification services provided during installation. Includes equipment operation, user guidance, safety procedures, and daily control processes. Team training for multi-employee facilities.
5. Spare Parts: Original replacement components for Vaultz chambers, M.C.S., and Flow systems. Ensures maximum operational reliability and temperature stability with perfect fit and high longevity.
6. Complete Solution Projects: Turnkey Tec-Spa module installations combining cryotherapy, FLOW systems, and M.C.S. warmth applications. Includes analysis, concept development, technical planning, and implementation support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Art of Cryo designs, manufactures, and sells professional electric whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) chambers under the Vaultz product line, operating between -75°C and -110°C for commercial operators. Its chamber family ranges from single-person units (Vaultz V1) through dual-chamber (V2), triple-chamber (V3), and fully customized (unical Vaultz) configurations, complemented by adjacent systems such as the M.C.S. control console, FLOW electrostimulation units, LUMERA X1 light therapy, and the Tec-Spa-Modul.

Product overview

Art of Cryo is a division of L&R Kältetechnik offering a portfolio of professional high-performance cryotherapy, warmth, and flow systems developed and manufactured in Germany. The product range centers on the Vaultz® cryotherapy chamber series (V1, V1 lux, V2, V3, and custom unical variants) delivering temperatures from -75°C to -110°C, complemented by the M.C.S. multisensory warmth experience system and FLOW systems for recovery using pressure technology. The LUMERA X1 provides high-performance vibration and light-based activation training. The Tec-Spa-Modul integrates these technologies into complete wellness solutions. All systems are electrically powered without nitrogen, feature proprietary software control, and are designed for professional operators in studios, hotels, health facilities, and performance centers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vaultz: Professional cryogenic chambers for whole-body cryotherapy applications, available in V1, V1 lux, V2, and V3 configurations reaching temperatures up to -110°C.
• M.C.S. (Multi Cryo-Hacking System)
• FLOW System
• LUMERA X1
• Tec-Spa-Modul

Products and services

• Vaultz V1 Single-person electric whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) chamber for commercial operators seeking a -75°C treatment without liquid nitrogen. Targeted at cryotherapy studios, spas, and small wellness facilities.
• Vaultz V1 Lux Single-person electric WBC chamber operating at -85°C, offering deeper cold exposure than the standard V1 for operators targeting premium recovery and wellness sessions.
• Vaultz V2 Dual-compartment electric WBC chamber reaching -110°C, designed to increase operator throughput via separate acclimatization and treatment zones.
• Vaultz V3 Triple-compartment electric WBC chamber at -110°C, built for maximum session throughput in busy commercial and sports facilities.
• unical Vaultz Bespoke/fully customized Vaultz chamber configuration built to operator-specific footprint, capacity, and design specifications.
• M.C.S. (Multi Cryo-Hacking System) Central control and multi-modality cryotherapy system that orchestrates the Vaultz chamber along with attached cryo-hacking peripherals from a single operator console.
• FLOW System Baseline Baseline-level FLOW electrostimulation unit marketed as an adjunct wellness modality alongside Vaultz cryotherapy chambers.
• FLOW System Lux Premium-level FLOW electrostimulation unit positioned as a higher-specification complement to Vaultz cryotherapy installations.
• LUMERA X1 Standalone light-therapy (photobiomodulation) unit sold as a complementary recovery and wellness modality alongside the Vaultz cryotherapy chamber range.
• Tec-Spa-Modul Modular spa-component add-on for Art of Cryo installations enabling expanded technical spa functionality integrated with the cryotherapy offering.
• Installation, training, and after-sales service Turnkey deployment and lifecycle service offering covering on-site installation, operator training, and recurring maintenance/support contracts for Art of Cryo chamber buyers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Temperatures down to -110°C with precise, stable control
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• SpaCamp Premium PartnerminorOthersPremium partnership with SpaCamp network providing visibility and credibility within the spa industry community. Art of Cryo displays SpaCamp PremiumPartner badge on website.
• European Wellness Association (EWA)minorOthersMembership in European Wellness Association providing industry recognition and networking opportunities within the wellness and longevity sector.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• KLAFS: Established German manufacturer of saunas, infrared cabins, and premium spa/wellness equipment. Serves the same hospitality, hotel, and spa customer base as Art of Cryo with adjacent wellness hardware, though focused on thermal rather than cryotherapy solutions.

Direct peers

• Norav Medical: Medical device company producing whole-body cryotherapy chambers and therapeutic cold-treatment systems. Comparable product offering for clinical and wellness applications, with overlap in medical-channel customers.
• MECOTEC: German manufacturer of electric whole-body cryotherapy chambers and refrigeration systems. MECOTEC is Art of Cryo's closest direct competitor, offering comparable electric cryo chambers and Tec-Spa-style integrated solutions for the same professional customer base (cryo studios, hotels, sports facilities).
• BTL Group: International medical and physiotherapy equipment manufacturer with cryotherapy devices in its portfolio. Comparable therapeutic cold-treatment equipment serving clinical, physiotherapy, and aesthetic customers — overlapping medical-wellness use cases.
• Impact Cryotherapy: US-based whole-body cryotherapy chamber manufacturer offering electric and nitrogen systems to professional operators. Direct competitor with overlapping customer base in fitness, sports, and wellness verticals.
• CryoBuilt: US-based cryotherapy chamber manufacturer offering single-person and multi-person electric whole-body cryotherapy systems. Direct competitor in the same product category targeting professional operators and wellness facilities.
• Zimmer MedizinSysteme: German medical device manufacturer offering cryotherapy and cold air therapy devices for physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and clinical use. Overlaps with Art of Cryo in therapeutic cold-treatment equipment, though more focused on medical/physiotherapy channels.
• Cryo Innovations: US-based manufacturer of electric whole-body cryotherapy chambers for commercial operators. Cryo Innovations competes directly with Art of Cryo in the same product category and similar customer verticals (wellness studios, sports, hospitality).
• JUKA: Polish manufacturer of whole-body cryotherapy chambers (both electric and nitrogen variants). JUKA is a direct competitor serving the same professional operator segments — cryo studios, sports facilities, and wellness centers — with comparable chamber products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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