ELECTRO UNIVERSAL G.M.B.H.

What ELECTRO UNIVERSAL G.M.B.H. does

Electro Universal G.M.B.H. is a privately held electrical contracting company headquartered in Bolzano, South Tyrol (Italy), with a documented operating history dating to 1898 and an official founding year of 1910 associated with its first documented electrical installation at Hotel Laurin. The firm delivers a broad set of building-electrical services: standard wiring and installations, scheduled maintenance, KNX-based building automation and smart-home integration, photovoltaic systems (via its wholly-owned subsidiary BioVolt), fiber-optic cabling, lighting systems, door intercom systems, TV/satellite systems, and e-mobility charging infrastructure. Service work spans residential customers, commercial and retail clients (e.g., Fielmann), healthcare facilities (e.g., Martinsbrunn Park Clinic), hospitality venues (e.g., Palace Merano), and senior-living/social-services projects (e.g., Caritas Haus Marta&Maria), with the firm holding specialized credentials including Meisterbetrieb, KNX Partner, SUED, E-Marke Südtirol, Attesta, and the Wohnen im Alter senior-living certification.

The business is operated on a service-based revenue model: quote-based, project-priced electrical installations plus recurring maintenance contracts, supplemented by photovoltaic installations and turnkey multi-trade coordination through the Work Plus GmbH subsidiary (founded 2024, 10 member craft businesses). Go-to-market combines direct sales-led field delivery to local residential and commercial customers with channel-partner flows through consortium networks (ARO, Handwerkernetzwerk Plus, COBAU). Distribution is regional; the company explicitly operates only within South Tyrol, with two offices in Bolzano (HQ at Innsbruckerstr. 25, Kampill Center, occupied since 2008). Headcount is small (~20 team members per the company team page), and ownership has historically passed to long-term employees rather than within families; Christian Kienzl assumed the Geschäftsführer role in 2024/2025 following the prior stewardship of Hans Duffek. No external investors, public listing, or external funding are disclosed.

Technically, Electro Universal is a craft-services business differentiated primarily by certifications, accumulated know-how, and consortium participation rather than proprietary intellectual property. KNX-certified expertise and the in-house BioVolt solar capability are the most distinctive technical offerings. The company has no application programming interface (API) and no disclosed AI/ML capabilities; its "smart building" features rely on KNX bus systems and sensor-based anomaly detection rather than machine learning on proprietary data assets.

Name

ELECTRO UNIVERSAL G.M.B.H.

Legal name

Electro Universal GmbH

Website

https://electrouniversal.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Electro Universal is a privately held electrical contracting firm in Bolzano, South Tyrol (Italy), founded 1910, delivering wiring, maintenance, KNX building automation, photovoltaic (via BioVolt), fiber optic, lighting, and e-mobility installations to residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality, and senior-living customers across the South Tyrol region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Contracting and Installation Services

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Electrical Installation & New Construction Wiring (HSAOADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lighting & Electrical (Bulbs, Switches, Outlets, Panels) (HSAPAQAC), Home Energy & EV Charging (HEMS, Smart Meters, Batteries, Chargers) (HSAPAQAF), Circuit Additions & Dedicated Lines (Appliance/EV/Hot Tub) (HSAOADAD)

Keywords

• Electrical installation services
• Building automation systems
• Photovoltaic installation
• Smart home integration
• Electrical maintenance contracts

Headquarters

HQ city

Bozen (Bolzano)

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electrical Installation Services: Service-based revenue from electrical installations including wiring, switches, outlets, and custom solutions for residential and commercial properties
2. Maintenance Services: Regular maintenance contracts and repair services for electrical systems, machines, and devices with scheduled inspections
3. Photovoltaic Systems: Complete photovoltaic installation services including system design, panel selection, installation, and ongoing maintenance through subsidiary BioVolt
4. Building Automation: Smart building systems and building automation installations including intercom systems, TV/satellite systems, and e-mobility charging solutions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Electro Universal is an electrical contracting company in South Tyrol, Italy that designs, installs, and maintains electrical systems for residential, commercial, healthcare, and hospitality customers. Its service portfolio covers electrical installations, scheduled maintenance, KNX-based building and home automation, photovoltaic systems (delivered via subsidiary BioVolt), lighting systems, fiber optic networks, EV charging infrastructure, and door intercom systems. Through its Work Plus GmbH subsidiary and consortium partnerships, it also coordinates turnkey multi-trade construction and renovation projects.

Product overview

Electro Universal is an electrical contracting company offering a comprehensive suite of electrical installation and maintenance services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients in South Tyrol, Italy. The company's core offerings include electrical installations, maintenance services, and photovoltaic systems (offered through its BioVolt subsidiary). The product portfolio extends to building automation and home automation systems using KNX standards, door intercom systems with smart app control, TV/satellite systems, lighting systems, fiber optic installations, and e-mobility charging infrastructure. The company also operates a subsidiary Work Plus GmbH for coordinated construction project management. The service model integrates multiple craft trades through consortium partnerships (ARO, Handwerkernetzwerk Plus) to deliver turnkey solutions for complex projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BioVolt: Subsidiary company specializing in photovoltaic systems and solar energy solutions for residential and commercial properties in South Tyrol
• Work Plus GmbH

Products and services

• Electrical Installations Design and installation of electrical wiring, switches, outlets, and custom electrical solutions for residential and commercial buildings in South Tyrol.
• Maintenance Services Regular inspection and preventive maintenance services for electrical systems, machinery, and devices at scheduled intervals, available to residential, commercial, and institutional customers.
• Photovoltaic Systems (via BioVolt) Complete photovoltaic solutions for residential and commercial customers in South Tyrol, including system design, panel installation, and ongoing maintenance, focused on green and sustainable solar energy production.
• Building Automation and Smart Home Systems Design and installation of KNX-standard smart building and home automation systems enabling centralized control of lighting, heating, doors, security, and electrical devices via smartphone, tablet, or remote control, including sensors for movement detection, elderly monitoring, and anomaly detection.
• Door Intercom Systems Installation of intercom systems with video capability that can be controlled via smartphone app for remote monitoring and access control.
• TV and Satellite Systems Planning, construction, visualization, and installation of complete TV and satellite antenna systems for residential and hospitality customers.
• Lighting Systems Design, construction, and modernization of lighting systems including LED technology and intelligent lighting management systems for residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality environments.
• Fiber Optic Installation Fiber optic internet connection installation including cable laying, fusion splicing, and certification services for residential and commercial customers.
• E-Mobility Charging Infrastructure Electric vehicle charging infrastructure installation for private homes, businesses, and public settings, supporting the transition to electromobility in South Tyrol.
• Work Plus GmbH Turnkey Construction Coordination Subsidiary service providing comprehensive renovation and new construction project coordination through a network of 10 craftsman businesses, delivering complete turnkey solutions from planning to execution with quality control and unified invoicing.

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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

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

• Work Plus GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 May 2024Work Plus GmbH is a subsidiary of Electro Universal founded in 2024 with 10 member businesses. They provide comprehensive renovation and new construction project coordination from planning to execution, offering complete turnkey solutions with quality control and invoicing for individual trades.
• BioVoltcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023BioVolt is a subsidiary company of Electro Universal specializing in photovoltaic systems. They provide complete photovoltaic solutions for private and commercial installations in South Tyrol, focusing on green and sustainable energy production from sun, wind, and water resources.
• ARO ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019ARO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft Oberpustertal/Rienz) is a permanent consortium of local craft businesses providing nationwide access to quality craftsmen. Electro Universal is a founding member. The consortium coordinates work, quality control, and invoicing for individual trades across South Tyrol.
• Handwerkernetzwerk Plus (Artisan Network Plus)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2012Electro Universal is a founding member of the Handwerkernetzwerk Plus artisan network established in 2012. The network enables collaborative multi-trade projects with synergies between partner craftsmen, delivering turnkey construction solutions from a single source with fixed pricing and deadlines.
• COBAU ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElectro Universal joined the COBAU consortium in 2004, providing additional network access for construction and building projects in South Tyrol.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/electro-universal-g.m.b.h.

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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