Holger Andreasen AB
Holger Andreasen AB is a Swedish distributor and systems integrator of precision instruments for material analysis, non-destructive testing, and radiation detection, serving Nordic industrial buyers with multi-brand equipment sales and in-house service.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1940
- HeadquartersÖrebro, Sweden
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Holger Andreasen AB does
Holger Andreasen AB is a privately held Swedish distributor and systems integrator of precision instruments, headquartered in Örebro and operating since the 1940s. The company sells and services capital equipment across three product domains: Material Analysis (portable and stationary XRF analyzers, LIBS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, Arc/Spark OES, Glow Discharge OES), Material Testing / Non-Destructive Testing (ultrasonic flaw detectors and phased array systems, thickness gauges, eddy current equipment, industrial videoscopes, X-ray systems, MT/PT crack detection, hardness testing), and Radiation Detection (gamma portals, handheld RIIDs, dosimeters, gripper detectors). Holger holds distribution agreements with a deep roster of global instrument manufacturers, including Thermo Scientific (Niton), SPECTRO Ametek, Spectruma, Herzog, Evident (Olympus), Comet, Dürr NDT, Magnaflux, Radiation Solutions Inc., Georadis, Tracerco, Polimaster, Mark & Wedell, and Visiconsult, enabling single-source procurement across demanding industrial applications.
The company's business model combines one-time capital equipment sales (handled by product-area sales engineers) with recurring revenue from an in-house service organization that performs installation, calibration, annual inspections, repairs, upgrades, and multi-year service agreements on all sold equipment. Pricing is quote-based with no public price list; the website's 'Book a Demo' CTA is the primary demand-capture mechanism. Target customers span Nordic industrial verticals including Transport, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Mining, Security & Defense, Inspection, Environment, and Metal & Recycling. The company is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified.
Holger is a subsidiary within Ege-Gruppen, which since 2023 has been owned by the Norwegian diversified industrial group Bertel O. Steen Industri AS. The firm employs approximately 18-22 staff and is led by CEO Martina Carlquist. The competitive position rests on the combination of multi-brand product breadth and an in-house service capability — a structure that distinguishes it from pure-play equipment resellers but leaves the company dependent on supplier relationships and Nordic industrial capex cycles.
Holger Andreasen AB firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Holger Andreasen AB
- Legal name
- Holger Andreasen AB
- Website
- https://holger.se
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1940
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Holger Andreasen AB is a Swedish distributor and systems integrator of precision instruments for material analysis, non-destructive testing, and radiation detection, serving Nordic industrial buyers with multi-brand equipment sales and in-house service.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Holger Andreasen AB industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial measurement and testing instruments
- NAICS
- Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
- SIC
- Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) & Advanced NDT (PAUT, TOFD, RT/DR) (EUAEAHAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN), Testing, Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance Services (NFPA/Local Code) (HSAHAFAG)
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Where Holger Andreasen AB is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Örebro
- HQ country
- Sweden
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Holger Andreasen AB business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales: Revenue is generated primarily through the sale of precision instruments and equipment across Material Analysis, Material Testing (OFP/NDT), and Radiation Detection categories. Products range from portable handheld analyzers to stationary laboratory instruments and large-scale inspection systems. Sales are handled by sales engineers per product area.
- Service and Maintenance: In-house service organization provides installation, calibration, annual inspections, repairs, upgrades, and scrapping of equipment. Service agreements are offered on most products. Revenue from service contracts provides recurring income on top of initial product sales.
- Service Agreements: Service agreements available on most products sold, managed by the aftermarket/Service Manager. Provides ongoing recurring revenue stream from the existing customer base.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | All pricing is quote-based through the sales team |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Holger Andreasen AB product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Holger Andreasen AB is a full-service distributor and systems integrator of precision instruments for material analysis (XRF, LIBS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, OES, GDOES), non-destructive material testing (ultrasonic, phased array, X-ray, eddy current, videoscopes, MT/PT, hardness testing), and radiation detection (portals, hand instruments, dosimeters). The company sells world-leading brands to Nordic industrial customers and complements equipment sales with an in-house service organization providing installation, calibration, annual inspections, repairs, and service agreements.
Product overview
Holger Andreasen AB is a comprehensive solutions provider offering quality products within Material Analysis, Material Testing (Non-Destructive Testing/OFP), and Radiation Detection. The portfolio spans portable and stationary XRF analyzers (Thermo Scientific Niton, SPECTRO), LIBS instruments (Niton Apollo), ICP-OES and ICP-MS spectrometers (SPECTRO), mobile and stationary metal analyzers (SPECTRO), Glow Discharge OES (Spectruma GDA series), sample preparation equipment (Herzog), and sampling systems (Mark & Wedell). Material Testing products include conventional and phased array ultrasonic instruments (Evident/Olympus EPOCH series), thickness gauges (Olympus 27MG/45MG/39DL Plus/72DL+, Magna-Mike 8600), eddy current equipment (Nortec 600), videoscopes (IPLEX series), X-ray systems (Comet, Visiconsult), hardness testers (Sonodur), and MT/PT crack detection equipment (Magnaflux). Radiation Detection includes portals (RS 200/400/System), gripper detectors (RS-729), handheld instruments and dosimeters (Polimaster, Georadis, Tracerco, RSI). The company provides complete solutions with an in-house service organization covering installation, calibration, repairs, and service contracts.
Differentiator
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Products and services
- Portable XRF Analyzers (Thermo Scientific Niton) Handheld Thermo Scientific Niton XRF analyzers (XL3t GOLDD+, XL2 100, XL2 Plus, XL5 Plus, DXL) for rapid, non-destructive alloy identification, precious metal analysis, and material verification in field, scrap recycling, and industrial environments.
- Niton Apollo LIBS Analyzer Handheld Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) instrument from Thermo Scientific Niton for analyzing carbon in stainless, low-alloy, and carbon steel, enabling Positive Material Identification (PMI) of pipelines and pumps.
- Stationary XRF Spectrometers (SPECTRO Ametek) SPECTRO Ametek benchtop ED-XRF spectrometers (SpectroCube, Spectro Midex, Spectro Xepos, SpectroScout) for precious metals analysis, compliance testing (RoHS), process monitoring, and high-sensitivity laboratory applications.
- ICP-OES and ICP-MS Spectrometers (SPECTRO Ametek) SPECTRO Arcos, SpectroGreen, Spectro Genesis (ICP-OES), and SpectroGREEN MS (ICP-MS) spectrometers for laboratory elemental analysis across metal, chemical, petrochemical, environmental, pharmaceutical, and R&D applications with ppt-level detection limits.
- Mobile and Stationary Metal Analyzers (SPECTRO Ametek) SPECTROPORT, SPECTROTEST (mobile Arc/Spark OES), SPECTROMAXx and SPECTROLAB S (stationary metal analyzers) for foundry incoming/outgoing inspections and metal production, processing, and recycling operations.
- Glow Discharge OES Spectrometers (Spectruma) Spectruma GDA series (GDA Alpha, GDA 150 HR, GDA 550 HR, GDA 650 HR, GDA 750 HR) Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometers for surface composition, coating thickness, depth profile analysis, and analysis of conductive and non-conductive materials.
- Sample Preparation Equipment (Herzog) Herzog automation systems, milling machines, crushers, grinding mills and pulverizers, presses, grinding machines, and melting furnaces (BeadOneR) for preparing reproducible samples for XRF, OES, and XRD analysis in metal and mineral industries.
- Sampling Systems (Mark & Wedell) Automated and customized sampling machines (Bucket Sampler, Cross Belt Sampler, Cross Stream Sampler) from Mark & Wedell for representative sampling of bulk materials, powder, and dust across mining, oil & gas, and steel industries.
- Conventional Ultrasonic Testing Equipment (Evident) Evident EPOCH 650 and EPOCH 6LT ultrasonic flaw detectors plus a complete range of ultrasonic transducers, cables, calibration blocks, and couplants with over 5000 transducer variants for defect detection in welds, castings, composites, rubber, and plastics.
- Thickness Gauges (Evident) Evident thickness gauges (Olympus 27MG, 45MG, 39DL Plus, 72DL+, Magna-Mike 8600) for corrosion measurement, plastic/metal/composite/fiberglass/rubber thickness, and high-speed precision measurements on ultra-thin materials.
- Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (Evident) Evident Omniscan X3, Omniscan X3 64, Omniscan SX, and Focus PX phased array instruments with MXU software for UT, PA, TOFD, and TFM methods used in weld inspection, corrosion measurement, and fully automated inline inspections.
- Eddy Current Testing Equipment (Evident) Evident Nortec 600 eddy current instrument and a complete range of probes, cables, reference blocks, and rotating scanners for weld testing, surface testing, conductivity measurement, hole inspection, and corrosion measurement.
- Industrial Videoscopes (Evident IPLEX) Evident IPLEX series videoscopes (One, Gair, GX/GT, G Lite, G Lite-W, NX) for visual remote inspection in confined spaces, jet engines, and sealed containers, with features including Swoptix multiview technology, 3DAssist modeling, and wireless remote control.
- Portable and Mobile X-ray Systems (Comet) Comet SMART ECO (200kV/160kV), PXS EVO Series (160-300 kV), and XMB Series mobile X-ray tubes and systems for industrial radiography at power plants, aircraft structures, and petrochemical facilities, with high-voltage cables up to 20 meters.
- Industrial X-ray Systems and Software (Visiconsult) Visiconsult X Line, PRO Line, ECO Line modular X-ray inspection platforms with VC Acquire data collection software and x.OS operating system featuring AI-based automatic defect detection for aerospace, automotive, and oil & gas industries.
- Digital X-ray Detectors and CR Scanners (Dürr NDT) Dürr NDT digital X-ray detectors (D-DR 1025B NDT, DR7, DRC 3643 NDT, DRA 3543/4343 NDT, DRP 2020/4040 NDT, DRC 2430 NDT, DRC 2430 HE NDT), HD CR35 NDT CR scanner, D-Tect X software, XR 24 NDT film processor, and processing chemicals for industrial radiography.
- Hardness Testing Equipment (NewSonic) NewSonic SonoDur-R and Sonodur3 hardness testers using UCI (Ultrasonic Contact Impedance) method for non-destructive, automated, and one-handed hardness measurements (~1 second per measurement), standardized to DIN 50159 and ASTM A1038.
- MT/PT Crack Detection Equipment (Magnaflux) Magnaflux range of magnetic particle testing (MT) chemistry, penetrant testing (PT) fluids, UV lamps (EV6500, ST700), magnet yokes (Y2, Y6, Y8), power sources (Ferrotest 10-100), and demagnetization equipment for surface crack detection in ferromagnetic and non-magnetic materials.
- Radiation Portals (Radiation Solutions Inc.) Radiation Solutions Inc. (RSI) RS 200 3000, RS-400, and RS System digital gamma portals (2-16 PMT-based systems) for detecting radiation from incoming loads at scrap, aluminum, and steel processing facilities, with RS-725 versions for flue gas and dust radiation control.
- Wireless Gripper Claw Radiation Detector (RS-729) RS-729 wireless detector mounted in a gripper claw for detecting radioactivity in scrap recycling, with compact design, highest sensitivity per detector volume, and self-adjusting to background radiation.
- Handheld Radiation Instruments and Dosimeters (Polimaster, Georadis, Tracerco, RSI) Multi-functional radiation monitors and personal dosimeters (Polimaster PM1401K-3 series, RadFlash, PM1610, Georadis RT-30 series, Tracerco T202, Radiation Solutions Inc. SR-10 Super RIID) for dose rate measurement, contamination monitoring, radionuclide identification, and personal dose monitoring with Bluetooth and wireless charging.
- In-house Service Organization with Service Agreements In-house service organization providing installation, calibration, annual checks, software and hardware upgrades, repairs, scrapping, and service contracts for all products sold by Holger Andreasen AB, with technicians continuously trained by respective suppliers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Service organization reduces operational downtime for customers through fast and full-quality service
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Companies that use Holger Andreasen AB
Customer profileSegments8 records
Ideal customer profiles7 records
Holger Andreasen AB technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- No
- API docs
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Feature3 records
Holger Andreasen AB partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Thermo Scientific Inc. (Niton)coreThermo Scientific (Niton) is the supplier for portable XRF, LIBS (Niton Apollo), and NIR equipment. Their instruments offer wide application areas and provide fast, high-quality measurements in field or laboratory environments. Holger distributes Niton products as a core part of its Material Analysis portfolio.
- SPECTRO AmetekcoreSPECTRO Ametek is one of the world's leading suppliers of analytical instruments using optical emission (stationary and mobile Arc/Spark OES, ICP-OES) and X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF) technology for fundamental material analysis in industry, research, and education. Holger distributes the full SPECTRO portfolio including SpectroCube, SpectroArcos, SpectroGreen, SPECTROMAXx, SPECTROLAB S, SPECTROPORT, and SPECTROTEST.
- Herzog Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KGcoreHerzog is the world's leading manufacturer of equipment and automation for quality control in extraction and recycling industries. They offer high-quality machines for sample preparation of all types of samples including milling, grinding, stamping, cutting, crushing, grinding, pressing, or melting. Holger distributes Herzog equipment as part of its sample preparation offering.
- Spectruma Analytik GmbHcoreSpectruma is a global leader in manufacturing glow discharge spectrometers (GDOES) for precise analysis of conductive and non-conductive materials. Their instruments enable information about surface composition, coating thickness, and chemical composition of solids in a single analysis process. Holger distributes Spectruma's GDA series instruments (GDA Alpha, GDA 150 HR, GDA 550 HR, GDA 650 HR, GDA 750 HR).
- Evident (Olympus IMS)coreEvident (formerly Olympus IMS) is a major supplier of NDT equipment including ultrasonic flaw detectors, thickness gauges, phased array systems, videoscopes, and eddy current instruments. Holger distributes the full Evident NDT portfolio as a core part of its Material Testing (OFP) offering.
- Comet X-RaycoreComet X-Ray is a leading manufacturer of portable and stationary X-ray systems. Holger distributes Comet's portable ECO and EVO systems, PXS EVO series, and XMB series. Holger was awarded 'Partner of the Year' by Comet X-Ray in 2025.
- Dürr NDTcoreDürr NDT is a leading manufacturer of computed radiography (CR) scanners, development equipment, and development chemistry. Holger distributes Dürr NDT products including HD CR35 NDT, DR7, DRC series, DRA series, DRP series, XR24 NDT, and D-Tect X software.
- MagnafluxcoreMagnaflux provides products for magnetic particle (MT) and penetrant testing (PT). Holger distributes the full Magnaflux range including magnet powder, penetrant fluids, UV lamps, yokes, power sources, and demagnetizers for crack detection applications.
- Radiation Solutions Inc. (RSI)coreRadiation Solutions Inc. provides digital gamma portals for detecting radiation from substances in incoming loads, e.g., scrap and recycling facilities. Holger distributes RSI products including RS 200 3000, RS-400, and RS System portals, as well as SR-10 Super RIID handheld instruments.
- Georadis S.R.O.coreGeoradis offers handheld instruments for field work. The RT-20 is their smallest handheld instrument, easy to use. RT-50 is their stationary solution for rapid radiation analysis of steel, dust, and slag in steelworks. Holger distributes Georadis RT series instruments.
- Visiconsult X-raycoreVisiconsult specializes in advanced X-ray and CT solutions for industry, focusing on precision, safety, and flexibility. Holger distributes Visiconsult products including VC Acquire software, x.OS, X Line, ECO Line, and PRO Line X-ray systems.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Holger Andreasen AB competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Bureau Veritas: French global TIC group with strong Nordic industrial inspection presence, providing testing, certification, and asset integrity services competitive with Holger's addressable market.
- Force Technology: Large Danish technology service company providing testing, inspection, and certification across energy, oil & gas, and manufacturing — comparable Nordic TIC peer with broader in-house lab capabilities.
- SGS: Swiss global testing, inspection, and certification giant with extensive Nordic operations; competes with Holger at the bundle-of-services level for industrial inspection customers.
- SPECTRO Analytical Instruments (Ametek): Global manufacturer of ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and XRF instruments — a core supplier of Holger's material analysis portfolio and a direct competitor at the OEM level.
- Comet Group (YXLON): Swiss manufacturer of industrial X-ray systems (Comet X-Ray, YXLON) — supplier to Holger and a global direct competitor in portable and stationary industrial X-ray inspection.
- Dürr NDT: Manufacturer of computed radiography, digital detectors, and film processing equipment for industrial NDT — a key supplier and adjacent competitor to Holger's X-ray line.
- Evident (Olympus Industrial): One of Holger's largest suppliers and a global NDT equipment manufacturer (ultrasound, phased array, videoscopes, eddy current). Operates direct sales channels alongside distributor partners like Holger.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific (Niton & ARL): Manufacturer of the Niton portable XRF and LIBS analyzers that Holger distributes; operates direct global sales channels for material analysis and analytical instruments.
Direct peers
- Ege-Gruppen: Ege-Gruppen is the parent company of Holger Andreasen and operates similar NDT and material analysis distribution businesses in Norway, making it the closest sibling and operational peer.
Emerging players
- Sonatest: UK-based manufacturer of ultrasonic flaw detectors and phased array instrumentation, competing with Evident and Holger-distributed equipment in the NDT market.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about Holger Andreasen AB
What does Holger Andreasen AB do?
Holger Andreasen AB is a full-service distributor and systems integrator of precision instruments for material analysis (XRF, LIBS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, OES, GDOES), non-destructive material testing (ultrasonic, phased array, X-ray, eddy current, videoscopes, MT/PT, hardness testing), and radiation detection (portals, hand instruments, dosimeters). The company sells world-leading brands to Nordic industrial customers and complements equipment sales with an in-house service organization providing installation, calibration, annual inspections, repairs, and service agreements.
Is Holger Andreasen AB a public or private company?
Holger Andreasen AB is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Holger Andreasen AB founded?
Holger Andreasen AB was founded in 1940. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Holger Andreasen AB based?
Holger Andreasen AB is headquartered in Örebro, Sweden, in the Europe region.
How does Holger Andreasen AB make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are service and Maintenance and service Agreements.
Who are Holger Andreasen AB's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Bureau Veritas, Force Technology, SGS, SPECTRO Analytical Instruments (Ametek), Comet Group (YXLON), Dürr NDT, Evident (Olympus Industrial) and Thermo Fisher Scientific (Niton & ARL). Ege-Gruppen is listed as a direct peer. Sonatest is listed as an emerging player.
Does Holger Andreasen AB have an API?
No public API is recorded for Holger Andreasen AB.
What industry is Holger Andreasen AB in?
Holger Andreasen AB's product category is Industrial measurement and testing instruments. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAEAHAK, Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) & Advanced NDT (PAUT, TOFD, RT/DR), with a secondary code of EUAEAHAN, Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO). Its NAICS code is 54138 and its SIC code is 8734.