Casetec GmbH

What Casetec GmbH does

Casetec GmbH is a German manufacturer of professional transport cases, flightcases, and 19-inch racks, founded in 1989 and headquartered in Radevormwald, North Rhine-Westphalia. The company produces standard and custom-built cases for protecting and transporting professional AV equipment, lighting fixtures, mixing consoles, projectors, displays, motors, and other technical equipment across nine vertical markets: event technology & AV media, motorsport, IT/EDV, medical technology, industrial manufacturing, tour & backline, trade shows & events, and logistics & rigging. Casetec is one of the named OEM-aligned case builders whose catalog includes equipment-specific cases for brands such as Yamaha, Allen & Heath, ETC, d&B audiotechnik, Sennheiser, GLP, Elation, Prolights, Cameo, NEC, and Panasonic.

Manufacturing relies on CAD-based CNC technology for precision cutting of birch plywood (Birkenmultiplex) with ABS coating, complemented by proprietary vibration-dampening rack systems (Schwingungsracks/SID Racks) for sensitive audio equipment. In September 2025 Casetec added in-house UV-LED digital printing, enabling custom logo and design printing directly onto case surfaces. Core technical competencies include Sonderkonstruktion (custom construction) and the ability to deliver precision-fit cases tailored to specific equipment geometries from initial consultation through to finished product.

Commercially, Casetec operates a hybrid go-to-market combining a self-serve e-commerce shop (shop.casetec.de) for standardized products priced roughly €184 to €4,100+ and a direct consultation-based sales motion for custom projects priced on application ("Preis auf Anfrage"). The company serves both B2B and B2C customers with a stated emphasis on individual consultation and "Made in Germany" quality positioning. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time product sales — there is no recurring or subscription component. The business is founder-owned and independently operated, with Andreas Jenkner as Inhaber & Geschäftsführer (Owner & Managing Director). Public revenue figures are not disclosed.

Name

Casetec GmbH

Legal name

Casetec GmbH

Website

https://casetec.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Casetec GmbH is a German, founder-owned manufacturer founded in 1989 that designs and builds standard and custom flightcases, 19-inch racks, and transport solutions for professional event technology, AV media, motorsport, IT, medical, and industrial customers using CNC manufacturing and in-house UV-LED printing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Transport Cases & Racks

NAICS

Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing (322212)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Crates & Cases (Wooden/Plastic/Metal, Export Cases) (IMALAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Folding Carton & Paperboard Packaging Printing (IMALAKAH)

Keywords

• Professional flightcases
• Custom transport cases
• 19-inch racks
• AV equipment protection
• Flightcase manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Radevormwald

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales (Standard Catalog): One-time sale of standard flightcases, racks, cases, and transport solutions through the e-commerce shop. Products include 19" racks (2HE to 22HE), standard and custom flightcases, tool cases, display cases, mixer cases, and lighting cases. Revenue generated per transaction with no recurring component.
2. Custom / Bespoke Manufacturing (Sonderbau): Custom design and manufacture of bespoke transport solutions tailored to specific customer needs. Pricing is quote-based ('Preis auf Anfrage' / 'price on request'). Represents a significant portion of the business given the emphasis on 'maßgenauen Flightcase' (precision custom cases) and individualized consultation.
3. UV Digital Printing Services: Value-added UV-LED digital printing service applied to flightcases and cases, enabling customers to add logos, branding, and custom designs. This service is offered as an add-on to product purchases or as a standalone finishing service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Casetec GmbH manufactures professional flightcases, 19-inch rack enclosures, and custom transport solutions out of birch plywood (Birkenmultiplex) with ABS coating for event technology, AV media, lighting, sound, IT, medical, motorsport, and industrial customers. The company combines standardized off-the-shelf products (sold via an e-commerce shop) with fully bespoke Sonderkonstruktion (custom construction) projects, and added in-house UV-LED digital printing in 2025 to deliver branded, custom-finished cases.

Product overview

Casetec GmbH is a German manufacturer of professional transport cases and racks established in 1989. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of flight cases, 19-inch racks, and custom transport solutions organized into main product categories: 19" Racks (standard and vibration-damping), Transport & Rigging (pack cases, motor cases), Light Technology cases, Sound Technology cases, AV Media cases, Tour & Backline cases, Drawer cases, Standard Cases, Media-Line Concept carts, and Custom Construction solutions. The product range spans from standardized off-the-shelf cases to fully customized bespoke solutions, with add-on services including in-house UV-digital printing for custom branding. Core materials include birch multiplex with ABS coating, aluminum edge protection, and heavy-duty hardware (ball corners, butterfly latches, wheels) designed for professional touring and industrial applications. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Radevormwald, Germany with CNC-controlled production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 19" Racks 19-inch rack mount cases and enclosures for professional audio, video, and IT equipment, available in various heights (2HE to 30HE) with standard and custom configurations including vibration-damping (Schwingungsracks) and studio rack variants. Sold via e-commerce and custom order.
• Transport & Rigging Cases Heavy-duty transport cases and rigging equipment including pack cases, universal transport cases, and motor cases designed for touring and logistics applications.
• Lichttechnik (Light Technology Cases) Custom flight cases specifically designed for lighting equipment including lamps, moving heads, LED fixtures, and strobes from manufacturers such as GLP, Elation, ACME, Prolights, and ETC.
• Tontechnik (Sound Technology Cases) Professional audio equipment cases including speaker cases, mixing console cases, DJ cases, and instrument cases for brands like d&B audiotechnik, Yamaha, Allen & Heath, and Sennheiser.
• AV-Medien (AV Media Cases) Transport solutions for audiovisual media equipment including display cases, projector cases, camera cases, streaming cases, and PTZ/dome camera cases for flat screens up to 65 inches and optics.
• Tour & Backline Cases Touring and backline cases including guitar cases, tool cases, and workstation cases designed for musicians and touring professionals.
• Schubladencases (Drawer Cases) Professional drawer cases with various configurations including standard drawer cases, cases with work surfaces, and custom drawer solutions for organized storage and mobile workstations.
• Koffer (Standard Cases) Standard and custom transport cases including standard cases (Typ A, A1/A2, N-Line, R-Line), professional tool cases, Peli cases, SKB cases, and product-specific cases.
• Medienwagen (Media-Line Concept) Mobile media carts and workstations designed for AV setups, presentations, and flexible media display configurations.
• Sonderkonstruktion (Custom Construction) Bespoke custom case solutions engineered to exact specifications for unique equipment requirements, including kitchen/catering cases and specialized furniture made from flight case construction principles. Quoted on a project-by-project basis.
• UV-Digitaldruck (UV Digital Printing) Service In-house UV-LED digital printing service enabling high-quality, durable customization of flightcases with logos, slogans, or custom designs. Features scratch-resistant, long-lasting prints in single or multi-color, available for partial or full-surface printing, offered as an add-on to product orders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 35 years of experience manufacturing flightcases since 1989, establishing the company as one of Europe's leading case builders
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Explorer Cases (GT Line): Italian manufacturer of waterproof, hard-resin cases (formerly by GT Line) serving pro audio, military, and outdoor markets. Comparable to Casetec in transport/equipment cases for AV and event technology, but based in Italy with a different material technology focus.
• HPRC (Plastica Panaro): Italian manufacturer of high-impact resin cases with strong presence in European broadcast, military, and photography markets. Comparable to Casetec in protective case product category, but serves a different geographic core (Italy/Southern Europe) and uses resin rather than wood.

Direct peers

• Gator Cases: US manufacturer of cases, stands, racks, and accessories primarily for the music, AV, and pro audio industries. Comparable to Casetec in 19" racks, mixer cases, and equipment-specific transport solutions serving the same event/AV vertical.
• SKB Cases: US-based manufacturer of professional flightcases, rack cases, and instrument cases with strong presence in music, AV, and broadcast. Directly comparable to Casetec in product lines (19" racks, mixer cases, lighting cases); also resold by Casetec in its standard catalog.
• Anvil Cases (Anvil International): US-based manufacturer of custom and standard flightcases serving broadcast, military, and pro audio markets. Comparable to Casetec in custom-built equipment-specific cases (especially audio/AV) and CNC-driven precision manufacturing.
• Calzone Case Company: US-based custom flightcase manufacturer specializing in heavy-duty and oversized cases for military, aerospace, and entertainment industries. Directly comparable to Casetec in custom-built, equipment-specific flightcases and the emphasis on engineering precision.
• B&W International GmbH: German manufacturer of professional flightcases and transport cases, headquartered in Bünde, Germany. Directly comparable to Casetec in product category (custom flightcases, 19" racks, transport solutions) and target market (German/European event technology, AV, industrial).
• Zarges GmbH: German manufacturer of aluminum cases, scaffolding, and access solutions with strong presence in industrial transport packaging. Comparable to Casetec in protective/transport case product category and German manufacturing base, though Zarges specializes in aluminum rather than birch plywood.

Emerging players

• Pro-Tect Cases (Protec Cases): UK-based manufacturer of custom flightcases and transport solutions primarily serving the European touring and event industry. Comparable to Casetec in custom flightcases for AV/lighting equipment and geographic competition in the UK/European market.

Broad incumbents

• Pelican Products (Pelican Cases): Global leader in protective cases with a broad portfolio spanning industrial, military, and consumer applications. Comparable to Casetec in flightcase/transport-case product category, but operates at vastly greater scale and serves a much broader market — including being one of the brands Casetec itself resells.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CasetecGmbH
• Facebookfacebook.com/Casetec
• Instagraminstagram.com/casetec_flightcase/?hl=de
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/casetec-gmbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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