Goldfuß engineering GmbH

What Goldfuß engineering GmbH does

Goldfuss Automation GmbH is a specialized B2B systems integrator headquartered in Balingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, designing and delivering GMP-compliant automation systems for pharmaceutical packaging and life science research environments. The company's pharma packaging portfolio includes modular feeding systems (folding cartons via the AFS 500, booklet trays, sorted and unsorted vials, tubs, cobot-based feeding, unpacking systems, and de-palletizing cells type DP) and end-of-line packaging systems (picker lines, packing cells VR-A and VR-K, and palletizing cells). The life science automation portfolio addresses plant and seed handling, plant spraying technologies, sample preparation and dosing/filling lines, and laboratory logistics and storage, with stated positioning toward fully operator-free 'lights-out' laboratory environments.

The underlying technology is mechanical and controls-engineering automation rather than software/AI: stable feeding processes, precise handling, integration into existing production lines, and validation-oriented design for regulated environments. Systems are engineered as custom projects rather than catalog products. The company operates as a private GmbH and is a member of the Uhlmann Group, a globally leading pharmaceutical packaging equipment conglomerate, which provides access to global distribution networks, cross-company technology collaboration, and established relationships with major pharmaceutical manufacturers.

The business model is direct B2B sales of custom-engineered automation equipment, with pricing that is project-specific and not publicly disclosed. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time equipment sales complemented by lifecycle service. Go-to-market is consultative and engineering-led, targeting pharmaceutical manufacturers and life science research institutions worldwide, with the company describing itself as a globally established system provider. The input data contains no disclosed revenue, ARR, headcount trend, or funding history.

Name

Goldfuß engineering GmbH

Legal name

Goldfuss Automation GmbH

Website

https://goldfuss-engineering.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Goldfuss Automation GmbH is a German B2B systems integrator that designs and delivers GMP-compliant custom automation systems for pharmaceutical packaging and life science research, serving pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions globally as a subsidiary of the Uhlmann Group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Equipment

NAICS

Packaging Machinery Manufacturing (333993)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

End-of-Line Integration & Packaging Line Systems (IMAHAOAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Conveying, Feeding & Accumulation Systems (Packaging Lines) (IMAHAOAK), Packaging Line Automation, Robotics & Integration (Controls, Turnkey Lines) (IMALAOAL), Conveying, Feeding & Material Handling for Packaging Lines (IMALAOAG), Filling & Dosing Machines (Liquid/Powder/Solid) (IMAHAOAF)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical packaging automation
• Life science automation
• GMP-compliant machinery
• Feeding systems equipment
• End-of-line packaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Balingen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Automation Systems and Equipment Sales: Goldfuss designs, engineers, and delivers bespoke automation systems for pharmaceutical packaging and life science applications. Revenue is generated through the sale of customized equipment, including feeding systems, packing cells, palletizing cells, and integrated automation lines, with ongoing support and service.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Goldfuß engineering GmbH designs and builds customer-specific automation systems for pharmaceutical packaging and life-science applications. Its offering spans GMP-compliant feeding systems for primary packaging, end-of-line secondary packaging systems, and laboratory/life-science automation covering plant handling, spraying, sample preparation, and internal logistics. The company delivers engineered projects as a niche specialist within the Uhlmann Group's pharmaceutical machinery ecosystem.

Product overview

Goldfuss Automation GmbH offers two integrated automation portfolios: Pharma Packaging and Life Science Automation. The Pharma Packaging division provides feeding systems (AFS 500 folding carton feeder, booklet-tray feeding, sorted/unsorted vial feeding, tub feeding, cobot-based feeding systems, unpacking systems, and de-palletizing cells) and packaging systems (picker lines, VR-A and VR-K packing cells, and palletizing cells) designed for GMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing. The Life Science Automation division delivers specialized automation for research environments including plant and seed handling, plant spraying technologies, sample preparation and dosing/filling lines, and logistics/storage solutions. Together, these modular systems enable lights-out laboratory operations and operator-free production environments in pharmaceutical and life science sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pharma Packaging Automation Systems Custom-engineered, GMP-compliant automation systems for pharmaceutical packaging lines, covering primary packaging feeding (including cobot-based feeding of containers and components) and end-of-line secondary packaging. Designed for pharmaceutical manufacturers and contract packagers that require regulatory-compliant, integrated feeding-and-packaging lines.
• Life Science / Laboratory Automation Systems Custom automation systems for life-science and laboratory environments, including automated plant handling, spraying processes, sample preparation, and internal laboratory logistics. Intended for life-science, biotech, and research institutions seeking to automate regulated or repetitive laboratory processes.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Uhlmann GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGoldfuss Automation GmbH is a member of the Uhlmann Group, a globally leading system provider for pharmaceutical packaging. The group connection provides Goldfuss with access to global pharmaceutical industry networks, shared distribution and service infrastructure, and cross-company technological collaboration in the pharma automation space.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Hamilton Company: Provider of automated liquid handling, sample preparation, and laboratory automation solutions for life science and clinical diagnostics. Comparable to Goldfuss' life science automation portfolio, particularly the lights-out lab and sample preparation offerings.

Broad incumbents

• IMA S.p.A. Italian leader in automatic packaging machinery for pharma, cosmetics, and food. Its pharma division offers complete processing and packaging lines comparable to Goldfuss' end-of-line scope, addressing the same global pharmaceutical manufacturers.
• Körber Pharma: Business area of the Körber Group providing packaging, inspection, and processing equipment for pharmaceuticals. Directly competes in pharma packaging line integration and serialization, addressing the same regulated customer base as Goldfuss.
• Syntegon Technology (formerly Bosch Packaging Technology): One of the largest global suppliers of processing and packaging machinery for the pharmaceutical and food industries. Provides integrated filling, packaging, and line automation solutions competing directly with Goldfuss' feeding, packing, and palletizing cells at large pharma manufacturers.
• Optima Packaging Group GmbH: German manufacturer of packaging lines for pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and technical products. Competes with Goldfuss in pharma filling, packaging, and end-of-line integration for global pharmaceutical manufacturers.

Direct peers

• Marchesini Group: Italian manufacturer of packaging machinery for pharmaceutical and cosmetic products, with strong presence in cartoning, labeling, and end-of-line systems. Comparable to Goldfuss in product format (carton/vial handling, end-of-line packaging) and customer type (pharma manufacturers).
• Groninger & Co. GmbH: German specialist in filling and closing machinery for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food applications. Closely comparable to Goldfuss as a mid-sized German engineering company targeting pharmaceutical manufacturers with custom, integrated line solutions.
• Uhlmann Group: Parent of Goldfuss and a global leader in pharmaceutical packaging machinery. Directly comparable because it sells integrated packaging lines (blister, bottle, cartoning) into the same pharma manufacturers Goldfuss serves, and shares distribution and technology resources with Goldfuss.
• Harro Höfliger Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH: German manufacturer of specialty packaging and processing machinery for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer products. Comparable in size, German mid-market positioning, and focus on custom, GMP-compliant packaging systems for pharma.
• Bausch + Strobel Maschinenfabrik GmbH: German specialist in filling and closing machines for the pharmaceutical industry, particularly vials, syringes, and ampoules. Comparable as a Germany-based engineering firm supplying custom GMP-compliant processing and packaging equipment into pharma.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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