EDAFIM

What EDAFIM does

EDAFIM is a French manufacturer of professional networked water fountains (fontaines à eau réseau) founded in 1983 and headquartered at a single production site in Livron-sur-Drôme, France. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Austrian water-treatment group BWT (Best Water Technology) and operates as BWT's dedicated center of expertise for water fountains. Its catalog spans roughly 16 fountain models organized across six B2B verticals — offices, industry, healthcare and care facilities, hotels/restaurants/cafés (HORECA), collective catering, and public spaces — with capacities ranging from individual use to 200+ users and water options covering cold, temperate, hot, and sparkling. Core technology is built around BWT-sourced magnesium mineralization filtration (5-stage cartridges such as M300, MPC400, MPC500, MCS400, TC200, AC100), ultrafiltration membranes retaining 99.9999% of bacteria and reducing microplastics to 0.001 mm, and EDAFIM's patented Water Intact UV-C LED disinfection module (patent FR3137838, achieving 99.99% bacterial destruction and 5+ years of maintenance-free operation). The AQA DRINK SIP 30 introduces DCLC technology reducing electricity consumption by over 60%.

EDAFIM generates revenue through four streams: (1) hardware sales of fountains and filter cartridges (Bestline 10, AQA DRINK series) with cartridges replaced every 12 months or 11,000 liters, (2) installation and professional services including hydraulic setup with Waterblock leak-prevention, commissioning, and annual/semi-annual sanitary maintenance, (3) spare parts supplied through product lifetime, and (4) a managed reconditioning line that renews products with a fresh 3-year warranty after the initial warranty period, supporting AGEC regulatory compliance. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with B2B multi-year contracts as the standard billing cadence. Distribution is primarily indirect through a French network of distributors and installer partners, complemented by direct quote requests via the company website (edafim.com). Certifications underpinning the offering include ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ACS sanitary conformity, COFRAC-accredited monthly water analysis, and EN 60335-2-109 / EN 15858 compliance for UV-C modules.

The company employs 12 people at the Livron-sur-Drôme site, which houses both manufacturing and the reconditioning line, under the leadership of Directeur Général Nicolas Marion. There is no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, and operations remain concentrated in France with the BWT group providing R&D, brand, and channel leverage. The company's strategic positioning emphasizes Made-in-France manufacturing, BWT-backed water-treatment IP, circular-economy services, and compliance-driven quality control for regulated B2B drinking-water installations.

Name

EDAFIM

Legal name

EDAFIM

Website

https://edafim.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EDAFIM is a French manufacturer of networked water fountains founded in 1983 and a wholly-owned subsidiary of BWT Group, serving B2B verticals — offices, industry, healthcare, HORECA, collective catering, and public spaces — with BWT-backed filtration, patented UV-C LED disinfection, and on-site reconditioning services in France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Fountains / Drinking Water Equipment

NAICS

Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Water Filtration, Treatment & Softening Plumbing Products (IMADALAK)

Keywords

• Water fountain manufacturing
• Professional water dispensers
• Water filtration systems
• UV-C water disinfection
• Networked drinking fountains

Headquarters

HQ city

Livron-sur-Drôme

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Water Fountain Hardware Sales: Sale of manufactured water fountains including models for offices, industry, healthcare, hospitality, public spaces, and collective catering. Products available in various configurations (cold, temperate, hot, sparkling water) with different capacities
2. Installation and Professional Services: Installation services including hydraulic setup with waterblock leak prevention systems, electrical connection, filter activation, and commissioning. Also includes annual or semi-annual sanitary maintenance services
3. Filter Cartridges and Spare Parts: Replacement filter cartridges (Bestline 10, AQA DRINK TC200, AC100, M300, MCS400, MPC400, MPC500) with recommended replacement every 12 months or after 11,000 liters. Spare parts available throughout product lifetime
4. Reconditioning Services: Reconditioning line developed on production site to extend product life and renew 3-year warranty. After initial 36-month warranty period, products can be reconditioned for second life or recycled per AGEC regulations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

EDAFIM designs, manufactures, and sells networked (plumbed-in) water fountains connected to local water supply for professional sectors including offices, industry, healthcare, hospitality, public spaces, and collective catering. The offering includes the fountains themselves, AQA DRINK filtration and remineralization cartridges, the Water Intact UV-C LED disinfection module, drinking accessories, and installation/maintenance services, with production at the Livron-sur-Drôme site in France.

Product overview

EDAFIM is a French manufacturer specializing in the design and production of networked water fountains for tertiary sectors, public spaces, catering, industry, and healthcare establishments. Founded in 1983 and based in Livron-sur-Drôme, the company operates as a subsidiary of the BWT Group. The product portfolio centers on networked water fountains (fontaines réseau) that connect directly to local water supplies, supplemented by a range of filtration and remineralization cartridges (AQA DRINK M300, MPC400, MPC500, MCS400, TC200, AC100, Bestline 10), UV-C LED disinfection technology (Water Intact), drinking accessories (BWT Climate Bottles, Carafe BWT, Verre BWT), and installation components. The fountains are organized by sector: Bureaux (AQA DRINK PRO 20, LUMIO, LAGO, AQA DRINK SIP 30), Industrie (EDA, EC, DEMI LUNE), Healthcare (WINTACT 3, RS), HORECA (RC, RE, AQA DRINK HORECA In/Top), Public Spaces (AQA DRINK PRO COMMERCIAL), and Collective Catering (RS, RS École, RS Grands Volumes). The company emphasizes Made in France production, quality control certification, water safety, and environmental sustainability through reduced plastic waste.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fontaine à eau AQA DRINK PRO 20 Compact networked water fountain for office environments, available with or without a base (table-top version), featuring LED technology and optional UV lamp and antimicrobial film for enhanced sanitary safety.
• Fontaine à eau LUMIO Networked water fountain manufactured in France with pre-launched steel structure and recycled post-consumer ABS components for the top plate and base, designed for office environments with easy maintenance access.
• Fontaine à eau LAGO
• Fontaine à eau AQA DRINK SIP 30 Next-generation networked water fountain featuring DCLC technology that reduces electricity consumption by over 60%, available in table-top or column versions, designed for office and corner coffee environments.
• Fontaine à eau EDA
• Fontaine à eau EC
• Fontaine à eau DEMI LUNE
• Fontaine à eau WINTACT 3 Healthcare-facility networked water fountain equipped with the patented WATERINTACT UV-C LED disinfection system providing 99.99% bacteria destruction (LOG-4), touchscreen interface, and pre-dosing up to 1.5L with 5-year maintenance-free operation.
• Fontaine à eau AQA DRINK PRO COMMERCIAL Public-space networked water fountain with intuitive contactless functions, large service zone for water bottles, 5L drip tray capacity, ERP safety compliance with no sharp angles, and complete machine opening for simplified maintenance.
• Fontaine à eau RC
• Fontaine à eau RS
• Fontaine à eau RS École
• Fontaine à eau RS Grands Volumes
• Fontaine à eau AQA DRINK HORECA In
• Fontaine à eau AQA DRINK HORECA Top
• Fontaine à eau RE (AQA DRINK DIGI-TOWER)
• BWT Climate Bottles
• Carafe BWT
• Verre BWT
• Installation Kit (Waterblock, raccords, tubage)
• Installation and Sanitary Maintenance Services
• Reconditioning Services (circular-economy line)

Quantifiable outcome

• DCLC technology reduces electricity consumption by more than 60%
• +4 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BWT (Best Water Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBWT is the Austrian parent company of EDAFIM. EDAFIM serves as the group's dedicated water fountain center of expertise (centre d'expertise 'fontaines'). The partnership provides access to BWT's water treatment technologies including magnesium mineralization, filtration systems, and UV-C disinfection. EDAFIM benefits from BWT's global R&D capabilities while maintaining local French manufacturing and SME agility.
• OVHminorOthersOVH is the web hosting provider for edafim.com website, located in Roubaix, France. Standard hosting services infrastructure.
• Eco-Systèmes Pro / AQA PARTNERScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAQA PARTNERS is a national network managed by Eco-Systèmes Pro for professional equipment end-of-life recycling and environmental compliance under French AGEC regulations. EDAFIM is an engaged member, operating an on-site reconditioning line for circular economy initiatives.
• COFRAC-Accredited LaboratoryminorOthersIndependent laboratory accredited by COFRAC (French accreditation committee) conducts monthly water quality analyses for EDAFIM's Quality Control Certified process, ensuring bacteriological testing of products meets regulatory standards.
• Distributor and Installer Partner NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of distributors and installers across France who resell and install EDAFIM water fountains. Partners provide local sales, installation, and after-sales service to end customers in B2B markets.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Haws Corporation: Manufacturer of drinking fountains, bottle filling stations and safety equipment for public, educational and industrial facilities. Comparable as a specialist in commercial/outdoor drinking-water fixtures.
• Elkay Manufacturing: US-based manufacturer of stainless steel drinking fountains, bottle fillers and water dispensers for offices, schools, healthcare and public spaces. Overlaps directly with EDAFIM's product lines across multiple verticals.
• Oasis International: Manufacturer and supplier of point-of-use water coolers, bottle fillers and filtration systems for offices, healthcare and education. Directly competes with EDAFIM's networked fountain portfolio.
• Waterlogic (Culligan): Specialist in bottleless water coolers and dispensers with UV purification, serving offices, hospitality and healthcare globally. Closely comparable to EDAFIM on technology (UV disinfection) and target segments.
• Culligan International: Global leader in commercial and residential water treatment and dispensers. Directly comparable to EDAFIM in networked point-of-use water fountains, bottleless coolers and filtration services for offices, healthcare and HORECA.

Broad incumbents

• BWT (Best Water Technology): Austrian parent group of EDAFIM and Europe's largest water-treatment technology company, active in pools, pharma, industrial and household water. Provides technology platform (mineralization, filtration) that EDAFIM commercialises in fountain form.
• Pentair: Global water treatment and filtration company serving residential, commercial and industrial markets. Overlaps with EDAFIM in commercial filtration/dispensing solutions as part of a much wider portfolio.
• Brita (The Clorox Company): Mass-market water filtration brand (consumer pitchers, replacement cartridges and increasingly commercial solutions). A broader incumbent competing against EDAFIM in filtration technology and brand awareness rather than directly in networked fountains.

Regional players

• Cistermiser: UK-based supplier of water management and washroom products including commercial water dispensers and associated plumbing fixtures. Comparable in commercial-water category but geographically focused on the UK rather than France.
• Murdock Manufacturing (Acorn Engineering): US manufacturer of drinking fountains, bottle fillers and water coolers for institutional and public spaces. Comparable product category but predominantly serves North American markets rather than competing directly in France.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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