Dauer Aufzüge GmbH

What Dauer Aufzüge GmbH does

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH is a family-owned, Berlin-based elevator company founded in 1988 by Ing. Romy Dauer, operating from Panketal in Brandenburg and serving the Berlin, Brandenburg, and broader German market. The company designs, installs, modernizes, restores, and services a full range of elevator systems spanning nine product categories — passenger, accessibility/wheelchair, freight, residential, small goods/food service, car, fire service, hospital bed, and historic elevators — and delivers them through nine service modules including turnkey solutions, new construction, shaft construction, maintenance and inspection, modernization, repair, special construction services, emergency call systems, and historic restoration. Its differentiation rests on full in-house lifecycle management, a niche specialization in heritage-protected (Denkmalschutz) restorations, and a 24/7 emergency response center, with technology centered on Ziehl-Abegg gearless drives, machine-room-less designs, modern digital controls, and proprietary maintenance planning systems.

The business model is a hybrid of one-time project revenue (new construction, modernization, shaft construction, restoration) and recurring service revenue (quarterly maintenance contracts, 24/7 emergency call monitoring, and repair services). Pricing is custom and project-based, with no public price list; customers request free, non-binding quotes via phone, email, or website. The go-to-market is direct sales with personal consultation — no call centers — and the customer base is diversified across residential, commercial, healthcare, government, and heritage-property segments, with 3,500+ accumulated customer contacts and long-tenured relationships (e.g., Bezirksamt Pankow von Berlin for over 10 years). The company maintains TÜV QM certification since 2001, completed a company-wide ERP implementation in 2019, converted from a sole proprietorship to a GmbH in 2020, acquired a new warehouse-equipped headquarters in 2023/2024, and launched its first formal apprenticeship program in 2025 — consistent with a small, owner-operated specialty contractor positioning for measured, capability-led growth.

Name

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH

Legal name

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH

Website

https://dauer-aufzug.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH is a family-owned Berlin/Brandenburg elevator contractor, founded in 1988, that designs, installs, modernizes, and services a full portfolio of elevator systems for residential, commercial, healthcare, government, and heritage-protected buildings across Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Elevator Installation and Maintenance Services

NAICS

Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing (333921)

akta.pro primary industry

Elevator, Escalator & Lift Maintenance (IMAIABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Elevator Modernization & Retrofit (Controllers, Drives, Door Systems) (BPABAIAE), Elevator Remote Monitoring & Predictive Maintenance (IoT/Connected Elevators) (BPABAIAH), Traction/Machine-Room-Less (MRL) Elevator Service & Maintenance (BPABAIAL), Smart Elevators, Escalators & Vertical Transportation (HSAPAPAH), Accessibility & Platform Lift Service (Wheelchair/Vertical Platform Lifts) (BPABAIAI)

Keywords

• Elevator installation services
• Elevator maintenance
• Elevator modernization
• Historic elevator restoration
• Passenger elevator construction

Headquarters

HQ city

Panketal OT Schwanebeck

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Elevator Construction: Design, planning, and installation of new elevator systems for residential, commercial, and special applications. Includes complete project management from concept to commissioning.
2. Modernization Services: Upgrading existing elevator systems with new components, controls, and safety features to improve efficiency, energy consumption, and compliance with current standards.
3. Maintenance and Inspection: Regular maintenance contracts with scheduled inspections, safety certifications, and preventive care. Recommended quarterly (4x per year) for optimal performance.
4. Repair and Emergency Services: 24/7 repair and emergency response services for elevator breakdowns, including express service options and parts replacement.
5. Emergency Call Systems: Installation and maintenance of emergency call systems with 24/7 monitoring center, including GSM, SIP (IP), and analog solutions.
6. Shaft Construction: Custom elevator shaft construction including concrete shafts, prefabricated shafts, and glass shafts. 95% of shafts are added to existing buildings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH designs, installs, modernizes, and services elevator systems for residential, commercial, healthcare, government, and heritage-protected buildings across Berlin, Brandenburg, and Germany. The company operates as a full-lifecycle elevator provider covering new construction, shaft construction, restoration, 24/7 repair, scheduled maintenance, modernization, and emergency call systems, with particular specialization in historic elevator restoration under heritage-protection requirements.

Product overview

Dauer Aufzüge GmbH is a Berlin-based family-owned elevator company founded in 1988, offering a comprehensive portfolio of elevator products and services. Its product lineup comprises 9 distinct elevator types: Personenaufzüge (passenger elevators), Barrierefreie und Behindertenaufzüge (accessible/wheelchair elevators), Lasten- und Güteraufzüge (freight elevators), Aufzüge für Wohnhäuser (residential elevators), Kleingüter- und Speiseaufzüge (small goods/food service elevators), Autoaufzüge (car elevators), Feuerwehraufzüge (fire service elevators), Bettenaufzüge (hospital bed elevators), and Historische Aufzugsanlagen (historic elevator restoration). These products are complemented by 9 service offerings: Aufzugskomplettlösungen (turnkey solutions), Neubau (new construction), Restauration (historic restoration), Reparatur und Entstörung (repair/troubleshooting), Schachtbau (shaft construction), Wartung und Inspektion (maintenance/inspection), Bausonderleistungen (special construction services), Modernisierung (modernization), and Notrufsysteme (emergency call systems). The company positions itself as a full-service provider, handling projects from initial planning through to long-term maintenance, with notable specialization in historic elevator restoration and cybersecurity assessments for elevator control systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Personenaufzüge (Passenger Elevators) Standard passenger elevators for residential and commercial buildings, featuring modern technology, energy efficiency, and customizable cab interiors and door systems.
• Barrierefreie und Behindertenaufzüge (Accessible / Wheelchair Elevators) Wheelchair-accessible elevators with spacious cabs, wide doors, safety systems, and optional speech control or custom operating heights for unrestricted access across all floors.
• Lasten- und Güteraufzüge (Freight Elevators) Heavy-duty freight elevators designed to transport large loads safely and reliably, tailored to industrial, warehouse, and commercial building operations.
• Aufzüge für Wohnhäuser (Residential Elevators) Residential elevators including homelifts for single-family homes and larger lifts for multi-family buildings, available as new builds or retrofitted into existing structures.
• Kleingüter- und Speiseaufzüge (Small Goods and Food Service Elevators) Compact goods and food service elevators for transporting documents, medications, food, or pallets in restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and office buildings.
• Autoaufzüge (Car Elevators) Vehicle elevators for moving cars between levels in underground garages, car dealerships, or private buildings, featuring spacious cabs, advanced control systems, and emergency power options.
• Feuerwehraufzüge (Fire Service Elevators) Fire service elevators that provide firefighters with safe and rapid access to upper floors during emergencies, meeting strict requirements for fire resistance, ventilation, and water resistance.
• Bettenaufzüge (Hospital Bed Elevators) Hospital bed elevators for hospitals and care homes, featuring spacious cabs, gentle quiet operation, and robust construction for transporting patients, beds, and medical equipment.
• Historische Aufzugsanlagen (Historic Elevator Systems) Restoration and modernization of historic elevator systems in heritage-protected buildings, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern safety and technology standards.
• Aufzugskomplettlösungen (Turnkey Elevator Solutions) Turnkey elevator solutions covering the full project lifecycle from planning and design through shaft construction, cab planning, installation, commissioning, and long-term maintenance, including coordination with TÜV, DEKRA, and authorities.
• Neubau (New Elevator Construction) New elevator construction services for residential, commercial, and special buildings, including design consultation, custom engineering, installation, certification, and post-completion maintenance.
• Restauration (Historic Elevator Restoration) Specialized restoration of historic elevators, working closely with heritage preservation authorities and architects to preserve original aesthetics while integrating modern safety and efficiency standards.
• Reparatur und Entstörung (Repair and Troubleshooting) 24-hour repair and troubleshooting services for all elevator types, featuring rapid response, spare parts inventory, express service options, and preventive maintenance recommendations.
• Schachtbau (Elevator Shaft Construction) Custom elevator shaft construction including concrete shafts, prefabricated shafts, and glass shafts, with detailed planning for statics, spatial requirements, and integration into existing or new structures.
• Wartung und Inspektion (Maintenance and Inspection) Preventive maintenance and inspection services including custom maintenance plans, safety checks, weekly controls, shaft cleaning, emergency call verification, and certification support, recommended quarterly.
• Bausonderleistungen (Special Construction Services) Comprehensive construction services including rough construction, plastering, masonry, paving, electrical work, painting, custom metalwork, cybersecurity checks, ZÜS inspections, static calculations, and building permit coordination.
• Modernisierung (Elevator Modernization) Elevator modernization services upgrading outdated control systems and technology, replacing components, and integrating modern safety features to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and extend equipment lifespan.
• Notrufsysteme (Emergency Call Systems) 24/7 emergency call systems with direct connection to a monitored center, featuring GSM SIP IP and analog options, emergency plans, intervention plans, emergency checklists, staff training, and annual maintenance, compliant with current safety standards.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3.500+ customer contacts and relationships maintained
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered industry, minor and core.

• VFA Interlift (Verband für Aufzugstechnik)industryOthersIndustry association membership providing networking, industry standards participation, and professional development in the elevator technology sector.
• Eisbären BerlinminorOthersSupporter Club membership in the ice hockey team, demonstrating community involvement and local brand presence.
• ZÜS (Zugelassene Überwachungsstellen)coreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration with authorized surveillance bodies for elevator acceptance testing and inspections as required by German regulations.
• TÜV (Technischer Überwachungsverein)coreTechnology or IntegrationQuality management certification (TÜV QM-Zertifizierung since 2001) and ongoing inspection/verification services for elevator safety standards.
• Ziehl-AbeggcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner for elevator drive systems. Ziehl-Abegg gearless drives with and without gearboxes are specified in multiple reference projects.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• TK Elevator (thyssenkrupp): Major German-headquartered elevator company with full new installation, modernization, and service capabilities. Competes with Dauer on both residential and commercial projects in Berlin/Brandenburg with substantially larger engineering and field resources.
• Otis GmbH: Global elevator manufacturer and service provider operating across Germany. Competes with Dauer for residential, commercial, and modernization contracts, and is referenced in a customer testimonial where Dauer outperformed its service capability on a complex repair.
• Schindler Aufzüge AG: One of the four global elevator and escalator majors, with a full German sales and service network covering new installations, modernization, and maintenance. Competes with Dauer on commercial and public-sector tenders in Berlin, but at vastly greater scale and breadth.
• Wittur Group: European elevator component manufacturer supplying doors, drives, and safety components to OEMs and service companies. Adjacent competitor in modernization and retrofit markets where component specification influences pricing and capabilities.
• KONE GmbH: Global elevator OEM with established German operations serving residential, commercial, and modernization segments. Competes with Dauer on new installations and service contracts in Berlin/Brandenburg, with broader geographic coverage and service infrastructure.

Direct peers

• Meiller Aufzugtüren GmbH: German manufacturer and supplier of elevator doors and components with adjacent service capabilities. Comparable to Dauer on building-elevator integration work, particularly on modernization and shaft construction projects.
• Haushahn Aufzüge GmbH: German mid-market elevator installer and service company historically focused on custom installations and modernization. Closest comparable in terms of regional service focus and project-type mix, though now owned by a financial sponsor and operating at greater scale than Dauer.
• Sander Aufzüge GmbH: Family-owned German regional elevator company with comparable mid-market focus on new construction, modernization, and service. Operates as a direct regional peer to Dauer in similar building types and customer segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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