FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH

What FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH does

FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH is a German family-owned B2B industrial supplier specializing in aluminum solutions for metal and window construction, founded in 1920 and operating as part of the FOPPE + FOPPE group alongside the related entities FOPPE + FOPPE GbR and FOPPE Metallbaumodule GmbH. Headquartered at Foppenkamp 14–18 in Lengerich an der Ems, Lower Saxony, the company is managed by Johannes Foppe and is one of three legal entities under family ownership, with no external institutional investors identified. Its go-to-market is a structured direct field sales model organized by product division (Bauelemente, Zubehör Fertigung/Montage, Konstruktionsteile) with dedicated regional account managers covering four German territories plus Austria and Benelux, supplemented by personal consultation, CAD planning services, and trade fair presence.

The product portfolio centers on three pillars: aluminum building elements (windows, doors, folding and sliding systems, facades) with high-level fire (T90/F90, EI290-Sa/S200C5) and security certifications (RC6 burglar resistance, FB7 bullet resistance, EN 179/1125 panic escape doors); precision aluminum and steel construction parts (T-connectors, corner connectors, glass rebate inserts, custom tube frames); and technical accessories for manufacturing and assembly sold under the FOPPE Zubehör brand and the proprietary ClearoPAG PU foam and sealing line. Distribution occurs through the direct field sales force for project and enterprise buyers and through the foppe-shop.com e-commerce platform for accessories and consumables. Pricing follows a price-list-based unit model with volume negotiation, 7-day payment terms on invoices, and electronic PDF invoicing.

Revenue mechanics are project-based, one-time B2B sales of custom-manufactured or configured-to-order aluminum products, combined with professional services (CAD planning, technical consultation, contract manufacturing for small series). Products are pre-integrated into the CAD, ERP, and calculation systems of major aluminum profile manufacturers (Heroal, Kawneer, Schüco), which functions as a key competitive lever with window builders and metal construction professionals. Reference projects include Träne Stuttgart, Sugar Quay London, Jutec, and Alter Stadthafen, indicating a track record in demanding facade construction. No revenue figures, headcount growth, or funding events are publicly disclosed, and there is no evidence of digital platform, AI, or SaaS components in the business model.

Name

FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH

Legal name

FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH

Website

https://foppe.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH is a family-owned German B2B supplier specializing in custom aluminum building elements, construction parts, and technical accessories for metal and window construction, serving window builders, wholesalers, and facade contractors across Germany, Austria, and Benelux.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aluminum Building Elements & Window Construction Materials

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Products Manufacturing (33232), Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural & Building Glazing Systems (Curtain Wall/Storefront/Canopies) (IMADAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Windows (IMADAIAC), Exterior Doors (IMADAIAA), Metal Cladding, Soffits & Trim (Non-Panel Components) (IMADACAM), Fasteners, Adhesives & Sealants Retail (Nails, Screws, Glues, Caulks) (CRAIAEAK), Doors, Windows & Millwork Hardware Retail (Locks, Hinges, Handles) (CRAIADAJ)

Keywords

• Aluminum building elements
• Window construction supplies
• Facade construction accessories
• Metal building components
• Construction hardware distributors

Headquarters

HQ city

Lengerich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aluminum Building Elements: Sale of finished aluminum elements for windows, doors, folding and sliding systems, and facade construction, delivered ready-to-install and custom-sized.
2. Construction Parts and Connectors: Sale of aluminum and steel construction connectors, T- and corner connectors, and custom-fabricated parts for window builders, wholesalers, and carpenters.
3. Technical Accessories and Consumables: Sale of technical accessories for windows, doors, and facades including mounting, transport, sealing, and glazing products through online shop and direct sales.
4. Planning and Consultation Services: CAD planning, technical consultation, and project-specific advisory services for complex construction projects.
5. Contract Manufacturing (Lohnfertigung): Custom manufacturing services for specific construction parts and small series production.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH manufactures and supplies custom aluminum building elements (windows, doors, folding and sliding systems, facades) along with precision construction parts (connectors, corner connectors, glass rebate inserts) and a comprehensive range of technical accessories for the window, door, and facade construction industry. The offering includes certified fire and smoke protection systems, security elements, fastening and sealing system solutions, and the proprietary ClearoPAG line of PU foam and sealing materials, sold through direct field sales and a proprietary online shop.

Product overview

FOPPE + FOPPE operates as a B2B supplier for metal and window construction, offering a portfolio centered on three main pillars: (1) Bauelemente (Building Elements) - aluminum windows, doors, sliding systems, and facades with fire/smoke protection and security certifications; (2) Konstruktionsteile (Construction Parts) - precision aluminum and steel connectors and fasteners for profile systems; and (3) Zubehör (Accessories) - technical products for manufacturing and assembly including the ClearoPAG PU foam/sealing brand and Phonotherm insulation materials. The company also operates the FOPPE Online-Shop as an e-commerce channel for accessories ordering. The offering is characterized by compatibility with leading profile systems (Heroal, Kawneer, Schüco) and a focus on certified safety products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ClearoPAG: Own brand offering high-quality PU foam, sealing materials with special properties, and practical accessories for foam processing.
• FOPPE Zubehör

Products and services

• Bauelemente (Building Elements) Aluminum building elements including custom windows, doors, folding and sliding systems, and facades, delivered ready-to-install and precisely fitted. Designed for professional window builders and metal construction companies requiring custom aluminum building elements with optional certified fire protection (T90/F90) and security (RC6, FB7 NS) ratings for residential and commercial projects.
• Konstruktionsteile (Construction Parts) Precision aluminum and steel construction components including T-connectors, corner connectors, glass pocket inserts, and compensation profiles for window, facade, and industrial applications. Targeted at window builders, hardware wholesalers, and carpenters requiring high-quality, precision-fit components for aluminum or steel profile systems.
• Fertigung Zubehör (Manufacturing Accessories) Technical accessories for window, door, and facade manufacturing including surface protection films, adhesives, cleaners, mounting profiles, and fastening systems. Sold to window builders, metal builders, and construction accessories wholesalers for use in production environments.
• Montage Zubehör (Assembly Accessories) Assembly accessories for window and facade installation including transport equipment, sun protection systems, handyman supplies, and mounting hardware. Targeted at professional installers and contractors fitting windows, doors, and facades on construction sites.
• ClearoPAG PU Foam and Sealing Brand Proprietary brand offering high-quality PU foam, sealing materials with special properties, and practical accessories for foam processing, sold to window and facade construction professionals through FOPPE's distribution channels and dedicated website (clearopag.de).
• Feuer- & Rauchschutzsysteme (Fire and Smoke Protection Systems) Certified fire and smoke protection elements for windows, doors, and facades with tested certifications T90/F90 and EI290-Sa/S200C5. Designed for projects requiring compliance with fire safety building codes, including commercial and public construction.
• Sicherheitselemente (Security Elements) Security products including break-in protection up to RC6, bullet-resistant elements up to FB7 (NS), and EN 179/1125 panic escape doors with EN 14351-1 certification. Designed for high-security commercial, institutional, and infrastructure construction projects.
• Systemlösungen Befestigung & Abdichtung (System Solutions for Fastening & Sealing) Innovative fastening and sealing system solutions for durable, safe, and energy-efficient constructions, compatible with leading aluminum profile systems (Heroal, Kawneer, Schüco). Provided as engineered solutions to window builders and metal construction firms.
• Phonotherm Insulation Material Insulation material for thermal and acoustic separation in window and door construction, with tested thermal U-values and sound insulation properties. Sold to window builders and metal construction firms for compliance with energy efficiency and acoustic performance requirements.
• Beratung und Planung (CAD Planning and Technical Consultation Services) CAD planning, technical consultation, and project-specific advisory services covering glass and aluminum constructions of any scale, with compliance support for sound, thermal, and solar protection norms as well as current safety regulations. Targeted at architects, project developers, and window builders working on complex construction projects.
• Rohrrahmenfertigung (Configured Tube Frame Manufacturing) Configured-to-order tube frame production from connector to finished frame for metal, machine, window, facade, vehicle, or furniture construction. Available in small or large batch sizes as a custom contract manufacturing service for B2B customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fire and smoke protection certified up to T90/F90 and EI290-Sa/S200C5
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ClearoPAGcoreOthersClearoPAG is FOPPE's own proprietary brand for PU foam, sealing materials, and foam application accessories. The brand is marketed through its own dedicated website (clearopag.de) and is a core component of FOPPE's product portfolio for window and facade construction accessories.
• HeroalcoreTechnology or IntegrationHeroal is a leading aluminum profile system manufacturer. FOPPE's products are specifically designed and certified to be compatible with Heroal systems, with dedicated product catalogs and CAD data available for Heroal profile integration.
• KawneercoreTechnology or IntegrationKawneer is a major aluminum building systems manufacturer. FOPPE provides system-compatible accessories and construction elements designed for Kawneer facade and window systems.
• SchücocoreTechnology or IntegrationSchüco is a leading aluminum window and facade system provider. FOPPE offers a dedicated system accessories catalog for Schüco systems, ensuring seamless integration with Schüco profile products.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schüco: Leading international aluminum and steel window, door, and facade system manufacturer. Direct comparator in the high-end commercial facade segment where FOPPE references compete; also a partner via dedicated system accessory catalogs.
• Kawneer (Arconic): Major North American/European aluminum building systems brand owned by Arconic, supplying curtain walls, storefronts, and windows. Overlapping enterprise customer base and project reference overlap with FOPPE; also a partner.
• Wicona (Hydro): European aluminum facade and window systems brand under Hydro Building Systems. Competes for the same commercial curtain wall and storefront projects as FOPPE, with system-level integration.
• Reynaers Aluminium: Belgian-headquartered European aluminum system manufacturer for windows, doors, sliding systems, and curtain walls. Highly comparable product range and target customer base to FOPPE's Bauelemente division.
• Heroal: One of Germany's largest aluminum profile system manufacturers for windows, doors, facades, and roller shutters. Comparable as both a partner/customer and a competitor that could vertically integrate into FOPPE's accessory niche.

Direct peers

• Aluprof: Polish-headquartered European aluminum systems manufacturer for windows, doors, and facades. Comparable mid-tier specialist system supplier position competing for similar commercial facade specifications.
• Forster Profilsysteme: Swiss manufacturer of steel and aluminum profile systems for windows, doors, and fire-rated facades. Direct competitor in fire-rated and security-rated building elements where FOPPE's certifications overlap.
• Gutmann: German aluminum systems manufacturer for windows, doors, and facades. Comparable as a mid-sized German specialist with similar target customer base in metal/window construction.
• RP Technik: German specialist in aluminum facade, window, and fire-protection profile systems. Closely comparable as a German specialist supplier competing for certified commercial facade projects.

Regional players

• Alukönigstahl: Austrian aluminum systems distributor and specialist with strong DACH presence. Comparable regional competitor and partner channel for facade/window construction accessories in Central Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/foppe.de
• Instagraminstagram.com/foppe.de
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/foppe-direkt-versand-gmbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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 →

Frequently asked questions about FOPPE Direkt Versand GmbH