What EKRO Bausystem GmbH does

EKRO Bausystem GmbH is an Austrian manufacturer, trader, and rental supplier of scaffolding systems, edge protection equipment, and construction tools, founded in 1949 and headquartered in Krieglach, Styria, with a branch office in Vienna. The company develops and produces proprietary product lines at its Krieglach facility, including the EKRO Systemgerüst modular scaffolding system (frames, platforms, guardrails, couplers across load classes 3-5), the EKRO FIX folding platform and console system, the EKRO Edge Protection fall-protection line, and adjustable Bockgerüst sawhorse scaffolding. EKRO also distributes products from long-standing trading partners PERI (formwork), GEDA (personnel and material hoists), and Lissmac (masonry saws), and operates an equipment rental fleet with own delivery and pickup. Commercial operations run through a structured regional field sales organization covering Styria/Burgenland/Carinthia, Vienna/Lower Austria, Upper Austria/Salzburg, and Slovenia/Croatia, supported by inside sales, a Vienna branch, and a multilingual e-commerce catalog.

The company is privately held and has operated as part of Sweden's HAKI Safety Group since October 2022, retaining independent management (Geschäftsführer Ing. Martin Rinnhofer; Prokuristin Katharina Quidenus-Rinnhofer) and brand identity while accessing HAKI's international network and group-level synergies. Approximately 55 employees work across HQ, Vienna, and field sales, serving construction industry customers (professional builders, building trades, rental companies) and the event industry via custom Sonderkonstruktionen. EKRO holds ÖNORM EN ISO 9001:2015, ÖNORM EN 1090-1, and ÖNORM EN ISO 3834 certifications valid through 2027, supporting CE-marked structural product supply across Austria and the EU. Revenue streams combine one-time product sales, recurring rental income, and project-based custom manufacturing, with public pricing indicating unit-level transactions and volume-bundle package deals (e.g., Kundenaktion 2026 240m² packages at €8,140-€9,840).

Name

EKRO Bausystem GmbH

Legal name

EKRO Bausystem GmbH

Website

https://ekro.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EKRO Bausystem GmbH is an Austrian manufacturer, trader, and rental supplier of scaffolding systems, edge protection, and construction equipment, founded in 1949 and part of Sweden's HAKI Safety Group since October 2022, serving construction and event industry customers across Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Equipment / Scaffolding Systems

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing (333921)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Access & Scaffolding Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction & Industrial Equipment Rental/Leasing (Earthmoving, Material Handling, Aerial) (TLABAHAF), Site Services & Temporary Infrastructure Rental/Leasing (Portable Toilets, Fencing, Storage Containers) (TLABAFAH), Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

Keywords

• Scaffolding systems
• Construction equipment
• Edge protection systems
• Formwork systems
• Equipment rental services

Headquarters

HQ city

Krieglach

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Manufacturing & Sales: Production and sale of proprietary scaffolding systems, edge protection equipment, and construction tools. Products are manufactured in Krieglach and sold through direct sales and distribution channels.
2. Trading (Product Sales): Sale of high-quality products from long-standing trading partners including PERI, GEDA, and Lissmac brands.
3. Equipment Rental: Broadly equipped rental fleet (Mietpark) offering flexible solutions for the construction industry. Rental services with own delivery and pickup.
4. Custom/Special Constructions: Development and production of customized special constructions (Sonderkonstruktionen) tailored to specific requirements in construction or event sectors.
5. Technical Services: Technical customer service including on-site service operations, repairs, and assembly services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

EKRO Bausystem GmbH manufactures and sells scaffolding systems (system scaffolding, EKRO FIX folding scaffolding, sawhorse/frame scaffolding), edge protection systems, formwork systems, and a broad range of construction equipment (supports, mobile fencing, tarpaulins, personnel/material hoists, masonry work platforms, conveyor belts, saws, and storage/transport equipment). It also operates an equipment rental fleet and provides custom special constructions and on-site assembly/repair service to professional builders, event organizers, and rental companies.

Product overview

EKRO Bausystem GmbH is an Austrian construction equipment manufacturer with over 75 years of experience, specializing in the development and production of scaffolding systems and construction equipment. The company operates as a multi-product construction systems provider offering proprietary brands alongside traded products. The core proprietary offerings include: (1) Gerüstsysteme (Scaffolding Systems) - the primary product category featuring Systemgerüst modular scaffolding with frames, platforms, and couplers, plus EKRO FIX console platforms with folding platforms, corner consoles, and protection grids, and Bockgerüst scaffold jacks in multiple sizes; (2) Edge Protection (EP) - fall protection systems including guardrail posts, protection grids, and mounting adapters; (3) Absturzsicherungen (Fall Protection) - guardrail posts, roof safety hooks, and safety carabiners. The traded product portfolio encompasses Baugeräte (construction equipment), Stützen (supports), Fugendichtbleche (joint sealing sheets), Mobilzaunsysteme (mobile fence systems), Planen (tarpaulins), Personen- und Lastenaufzüge (hoists), Schalungssysteme (formwork systems including PERI DUO), Schaltafeln/H20 (formwork panels), Sägen (saws including Lissmac), Maurerarbeitsbühnen (mason platforms), and Lager- und Transporteinrichtungen (storage/transport equipment). The company also offers rental services with a diverse equipment fleet and provides custom special constructions for specific construction and event requirements. Since October 2022, EKRO has been part of the Swedish HAKI Safety Group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EKRO FIX: A sub-brand of EKRO covering folding platforms and scaffold consoles for construction applications.
• EKRO Edge Protection

Products and services

• Scaffolding Systems (Systemgerüst, EKRO FIX, Bockgerüst)

Quantifiable outcome

• Quality-certified products meeting Austrian and European standards

Named customers3 records

Segments3 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

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• HAKI Safety GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2022Since October 2022, EKRO Bausystem GmbH is part of the Swedish HAKI Safety Group, which is globally recognized for safe working conditions in demanding applications in industry, energy, infrastructure, and construction. Within the HAKI group, EKRO is a valuable and independently functioning company. The EKRO values are in harmony with the 'HAKI Values'. Corporate synergies within the group are intended to ensure future growth and security. The partnership provides international reach and access to HAKI's global network while maintaining EKRO's brand identity and operational independence.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PERI: German-headquartered global leader in formwork and scaffolding systems. Directly comparable as both a manufacturer of scaffolding/formwork and a trading partner whose products EKRO resells — overlapping product lines, customer base (Austrian/EU construction), and rental/purchase model.
• Layher: Germany-based manufacturer of modular scaffolding systems (Allround, SpeedyScaf) and edge protection. Closely comparable in core product (system scaffolding), load class coverage, and European construction customer base.
• RMD Kwikform: Formwork and scaffolding manufacturer with European presence. Comparable product lines (shoring, formwork, scaffolding) and overlapping European construction customer base.
• HAKI AB: Swedish parent of EKRO and a direct manufacturer of scaffolding and temporary works systems for industry, energy, infrastructure, and construction. Comparable product portfolio, customer segments, and now corporate parent of EKRO.
• ULMA Construction: Spanish/Basque manufacturer of formwork and scaffolding systems for European construction. Comparable modular scaffolding product lines, similar customer base, and overlapping DACH/SEE regional presence.
• Hünnebeck (Hünnebeck Brand of BrandSafway): Germany-based scaffolding and formwork manufacturer. Comparable modular scaffolding and edge-protection offerings targeted at the same Austrian/Central European construction customer base.
• Scafom Industries: European scaffolding manufacturer (Netherlands-based) producing modular scaffolding and access systems. Comparable product range, European customer base, and rental/purchase distribution model.

Broad incumbents

• BrandSafway: Large North American and global provider of scaffolding, access, and industrial services. Comparable scaffolding/access product offering and rental-plus-sales business model at significantly larger scale.
• Altrad Group: Global industrial services and equipment group with a broad scaffolding, formwork, and access-equipment portfolio. Comparable as a much larger incumbent in scaffolding/access across European and global markets.

Regional players

• Condor Group: Italian scaffolding and formwork manufacturer serving primarily Southern European markets. Comparable product lines but different geographic focus, useful for benchmarking Austrian/Central European pricing and product positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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