What emga.ch does

EMGA is a family-owned Swiss industrial equipment distributor and service provider headquartered in Collombey, Valais. Founded in 1968 by Jacques Donnet and led since the 1990s by his son Martin Donnet, the company has built a 55-plus year operating history anchored in the authorized Atlas Copco distribution relationship (held continuously since 1968). The business serves construction firms, industrial manufacturers, transport infrastructure operators (railways, cable cars, ski lifts), renovation and demolition contractors, and energy management buyers across French-speaking Switzerland (Romandie). Customers include regional construction companies, process plants in chemical and food sectors, and equipment-dependent public and private operators.

The company's offering spans three core product lines: compressed air and energy solutions (compressors, generators, LED lighting towers, primarily Atlas Copco-branded); industrial hydraulics including custom 700-bar hydraulic power units, standard and custom cylinders, and a ParkerStore retail outlet; and precision mechanics, maintenance, and CNC machining backed by ASIT/SVTI CFST 6516 and KIS-TR901 certified safety valve and armature revision capabilities. Supporting these are the Emga Rent 24/7 online rental platform (emgarent.ch), a proprietary Donbar removable barrier product line, distribution of Scrap'Air pneumatic tools, a 15,000+ item in-stock parts inventory, and certified genuine Atlas Copco fluids and lubricants. Technical differentiators include on-site CNC milling and turning (Mazak, VDF, MTE Kompactplus), GibbsCam CAM software, and certified revision of safety valves from LESER, Richter, Air Liquide, Thies, Crosby, and Von Rohr.

EMGA generates revenue through a hybrid model combining one-time equipment sales, usage-based rental (including a self-serve online channel), recurring annual service contracts on Atlas Copco machines, recurring consumables (Atlas Copco oils and lubricants), spare parts, and professional services covering preventive maintenance and 24/7 emergency breakdown response. Distribution is multichannel: a physical ParkerStore showroom at Collombey, direct field sales to enterprise clients, inside sales via phone/email/WhatsApp, the self-serve Emga Rent portal, and trade show presence (historically including the Foire du Valais). Marketing is digital-led through SEO, an active blog, a multi-platform social presence (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Threads), a Brevo-powered newsletter, and WhatsApp Business support.

Name

emga.ch

Legal name

Emga – J. Donnet & Fils ing.

Website

https://emga.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EMGA is a family-owned Swiss industrial equipment distributor and service provider, headquartered in Collombey, Valais, selling, renting, and servicing Atlas Copco compressors, generators, hydraulic systems, and CNC-machined parts for construction and industrial clients across French-speaking Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Equipment Distribution and Services

NAICS

Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing (333912), Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (5324), Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) (IMAGAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Power & Energy Electronics Manufacturing Services (UPS, converters, inverters, chargers) (IMAGAGAI), Motor Drive & Motion Control Electronics Manufacturing Services (VFDs, servo drives, controllers) (IMAGAGAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial equipment distribution
• Compressed air systems
• Hydraulic systems service
• Power generator rental
• Precision machining services

Headquarters

HQ city

Collombey

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of new equipment including Atlas Copco compressors, generators, lighting towers, and related accessories, as well as hydraulic components, Enerpac tools, and Scrap'Air pneumatic tools. EMGA is an authorized distributor for Atlas Copco in Switzerland since 1968.
2. Equipment Rental (Emga Rent): Short- and medium-term rental of construction equipment including air compressors, generators, LED lighting towers, fuel tanks, torque tools, and miscellaneous machines via the emgarent.ch online platform, available 24/7. A promotional code PROMO5 offers 5% discount on online rentals.
3. Service Contracts: Total service contracts for Atlas Copco machines covering preventive maintenance and repairs at a fixed annual price, optimizing cost management for customers. Includes option for customers to transition from rental to ownership with up to 60% of rental fees credited toward purchase.
4. Spare Parts and Service Kits: Sale of original Atlas Copco spare parts and service kits, including for older machines, supported by a stock of over 15,000 items.
5. Fluids and Lubricants: Sale of Atlas Copco high-performance oils and lubricants including Paroil M Xtreme, Paroil S Xtreme, Paroil E Mission Green, Paroil Extra, Parcool EG, Parcool Green, and pneumatic tool lubricants, available in 5L, 20L, 209L, and 1,000L formats.
6. Scrap'Air Tool Distribution: Official distribution of Scrap'Air pneumatic tools in Switzerland — specialized equipment for professionals in construction, renovation, asbestos removal, and industrial applications.
7. Repair and Emergency Services: Emergency breakdown and repair services with rapid diagnostic capabilities, on-site service vehicles, and 24/7 response coverage across Western Switzerland, with phone, video conference, and on-site support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

EMGA is an authorized Atlas Copco distributor and industrial equipment service provider selling, renting, and maintaining compressors, generators, lighting towers, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic tools across Western Switzerland. The company operates a ParkerStore retail outlet, a CNC precision machining workshop, an online 24/7 rental platform (emgarent.ch), and a custom hydraulic engineering facility, plus certified safety valve revision services.

Product overview

EMGA is an industrial equipment distributor and service provider founded in 1968, based in Collombey, Switzerland. The company operates through three core product lines: (1) Air comprimé et énergie providing compressors, generators, and lighting systems (primarily Atlas Copco brands) for sale and rental; (2) Hydraulique industrielle offering high-pressure hydraulic solutions (700 bar) including custom hydraulic groups, cylinders, and ParkerStore; and (3) Mécanique, maintenance et usinage providing precision machining and certified valve maintenance services. Supporting these core offerings is the Emga Rent sub-brand (online 24/7 rental platform), the Donbar barriers product line, and the Scrap'Air pneumatic tools distribution partnership. Services include preventive maintenance, 24/7 repairs, full service contracts, energy consulting, fluids/lubricants, and spare parts. The company distributes over 15,000 articles in stock and serves construction and industrial clients across French-speaking Switzerland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Emga Rent: Equipment rental platform offering compressors, generators, lighting systems, fuel tanks, torque tools, and other construction equipment available 24/7 online.

Products and services

• Compressed Air and Energy Equipment Sale and rental of Atlas Copco air compressors, generators, and LED lighting masts for construction sites and industrial installations.
• Industrial Hydraulic Solutions High-pressure (700 bar) hydraulic systems including custom hydraulic power units, standard and custom cylinders, and a ParkerStore for hoses, fittings, and filtration components.
• Precision Machining and Mechanical Maintenance Precision workshop offering maintenance, repair, and custom part fabrication including CNC milling, turning, and welding services, certified to ASIT/SVTI CFST 6516 and KIS-TR901 standards.
• Emga Rent Online Rental Platform 24/7 online rental platform for construction equipment including air compressors, generators, lighting towers, fuel tanks, torque tools, and miscellaneous machines with delivery options.
• Donbar Removable Barriers Proprietary removable barrier system designed by EMGA for securing construction sites, roads, or events. Easy to transport and quick to install without specialist assistance.
• Scrap'Air Pneumatic Tools Ergonomic pneumatic strippers and demolition tools for building renovation, asbestos removal, and industrial surface preparation, available in models Scrap'Air 36 and Scrap'Air 55.
• Atlas Copco Fluids and Lubricants High-performance oils and lubricants including Paroil M Xtreme, Paroil S Xtreme, Paroil E Mission Green, Paroil Extra, Parcool EG, and Parcool Green, available in 5L, 20L, 209L, and 1,000L formats.
• Original Spare Parts and Service Kits Original Atlas Copco spare parts and service kits for compressors, generators, lighting masts, WEDA pumps, and pneumatic hammers, including parts for older machines, supported by a stock of over 15,000 items.
• Total Service Contract Annual service contracts for Atlas Copco machines covering preventive maintenance and repairs at a fixed annual price, with up to 60% of rental fees creditable toward purchase when transitioning from rental to ownership.
• Preventive Maintenance Service Scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and unnecessary repairs, improving machine efficiency and economy for industrial equipment.
• 24/7 Repair and Emergency Services Emergency breakdown and repair services with rapid diagnostic capabilities, on-site service vehicles, and 24/7 response coverage across Western Switzerland via phone, video conference, and on-site support.
• Energy Improvement Consulting Energy audits and diagnostic services for compressed air systems and generator sets to identify cost savings and improve energy efficiency performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 60% of rental fees credited toward equipment purchase when transitioning from rental to ownership
• +4 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Scrap'AircoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 September 2024EMGA is the official distributor of Scrap'Air pneumatic tools in Switzerland. Scrap'Air tools are ergonomic pneumatic strippers and demolition tools for building renovation, asbestos removal, and industrial surface preparation, compatible with small compressors. The partnership was announced in September 2024 and expands EMGA's specialized tool offering.
• Atlas CopcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1968EMGA has been the authorized distributor of Atlas Copco equipment in Switzerland since 1968. This partnership covers the full range of Atlas Copco compressed air systems, generators, lighting towers, and associated accessories, as well as exclusive access to genuine spare parts and service support. Atlas Copco equipment forms the core of EMGA's product catalog for both sales and rental operations.
• EnerpaccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEMGA is an authorized Enerpac service center and distributor in Switzerland. The company provides sales, maintenance, repair, and calibration of Enerpac hydraulic tools and systems. Only genuine Enerpac parts are used for repairs, and all service work is overseen by trained Enerpac personnel.
• Parker (ParkerStore)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEMGA operates an on-site ParkerStore retail outlet at its Collombey facility, providing immediate access to Parker hydraulic hoses, fittings, connectors, and filtration components. ParkerStore serves both walk-in customers and EMGA's own service operations.
• HusqvarnaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHusqvarna Construction products are listed as a partner brand, covering floor saws, wall saws, drills, and core drills for construction professionals.
• ASIT – SVTIminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerASIT – SVTI (Swiss Association of Inspecting, Testing, and Expert Organizations) is listed as a membership association, under whose delegation EMGA performs safety armature and safety valve revisions according to KIS-TR901 standards.
• Avenir Industrie ValaisminorOthersEMGA is a member of Avenir Industrie Valais, a regional industry association representing industrial companies in the Valais canton.
• Chambre Valaisanne de Commerce et d'Industrie (CVCI)minorOthersEMGA is a member of the Valais Chamber of Commerce and Industry, supporting business networking and regional economic interests.
• SWISS MECHANICminorOthersEMGA is a member of SWISS MECHANIC, a Swiss mechanical industry association.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Husqvarna Construction: Construction-products division of Husqvarna, supplying floor saws, wall saws, drills, and surface-preparation equipment. Already a partner brand of EMGA; comparable as a tool and equipment supplier into the same Swiss contractor and renovation customer base.
• Riwal: European aerial-work-platform and telescopic-handler rental specialist (part of TVH). Adjacent to EMGA's rental fleet with overlapping customer base among construction and industrial contractors.

Broad incumbents

• Hilti: Liechtenstein-headquartered global manufacturer and direct seller of construction tools, anchors, and measuring systems. Comparable to EMGA's role as a multi-brand tool and equipment supplier to construction professionals, but operating at global scale with a direct-sales fleet model.
• Atlas Copco: Swedish OEM and parent brand of EMGA's core equipment line. While EMGA is an authorized distributor rather than a competitor, Atlas Copco's direct-sales channels in Switzerland set the service, parts, and pricing benchmarks against which EMGA is measured.

Direct peers

• Loxam: Europe's largest equipment-rental company, operating compressors, generators, and lighting towers on short-term rental contracts. Highly comparable to Emga Rent's online rental model for industrial and construction equipment, though at much larger pan-European scale.
• Boels Rental: Major European equipment-rental specialist (including former Cramo) offering compressors, generators, and construction site equipment with strong digital booking. Directly comparable to EMGA's equipment rental + sales + service offering, although at broader geographic and fleet scale.
• Kaeser Kompressoren: German compressed-air systems manufacturer with its own direct-sales and service network across Europe. Competes with the Atlas Copco equipment that EMGA distributes and services, providing an alternative OEM-channel benchmark for EMGA's core compressed-air business.
• Aggreko: Global temporary-power and temperature-control rental specialist offering generators and load banks on short-term contracts. Closely comparable to EMGA's generator-rental and lighting-tower rental line within Emga Rent, with broader fleet and geographic reach.
• Cramo: European construction-equipment rental company (now part of Boels) renting compressors, generators, lighting, and tools. Directly comparable to Emga Rent's construction-site equipment catalog and online booking workflow.

Regional players

• Caterpillar (Robert Aebi Switzerland): Swiss Caterpillar dealer providing sales, rental, and service of Cat construction machines and power systems. Directly comparable to EMGA as a regional multi-brand industrial equipment distributor with in-house service and rental capabilities in Switzerland.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/emgaswitzerland
• Facebookfacebook.com/emga.switzerland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/emga-switzerland
• Instagraminstagram.com/emga.ch

Compliance1 record

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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