Hunger GROUP - Kaufering

What Hunger GROUP - Kaufering does

Hunger Maschinen GmbH (legal name Ludwig Hunger Maschinenfabrik GmbH) is a privately held, third-generation German manufacturer of specialized machinery for automotive brake repair, headquartered in Kaufering, Bayern. The HUNGER company name traces back to 1922, when Ludwig Hunger founded a precision tool factory in Munich; the Kaufering branch was opened by his son Manfred Hunger in May 1967 and now serves as the operating headquarters. The company serves automotive workshops, commercial vehicle fleets (Speditionen, Verkehrsbetriebe), specialized brake service providers, axle and brake manufacturers, vehicle OEMs (through equipment recommendations), and — via the WIMMER sub-brand — the tool industry.

The core product portfolio centers on CNC-controlled brake service machines: brake drum and brake disc turning and grinding machines (B 355, B 345), on-car brake lathes (E 326a, E 326g, E 328/S1), brake profiling machines (F 308, S 331), riveting machines (N 332, N 333), and universal bench machines (U 305). Notable technical differentiators include on-vehicle machining technology that eliminates hub and bearing runout, modular machine architectures (B 355 in four configurations), heavy-duty spindle bearings rated for 500 kg loads, universal adapter flanges compatible across vehicle brands, and dual-side simultaneous machining for time savings. Over 5,000 workshops worldwide have used the E 326a on-car brake lathe for more than 25 years. The company is CE-marked per EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG, offers Made-in-Germany manufacturing, and reports value claims of up to 30% higher brake component service life.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time equipment sales of brake service machinery, supplemented by accessories and spare parts, contract manufacturing (Lohnfertigung) of complex components to customer drawings, the WIMMER-branded cutting machine line, and — as of 2022 — 3D printing services. Distribution runs through domestic Handelsvertretungen (trade representatives) and international Vertriebspartner (sales partners), supplemented by participation in leading trade fairs (Automechanika 2024 Frankfurt, AutoZum 2025 Salzburg). The firm is family-controlled in its third generation, with no disclosed institutional ownership, no funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no publicly disclosed revenue.

Name

Hunger GROUP - Kaufering

Legal name

Ludwig Hunger Maschinenfabrik GmbH

Website

https://hunger-maschinen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hunger Maschinen GmbH is a third-generation German manufacturer of CNC-controlled brake service machinery (lathes, turning and grinding machines) serving automotive workshops, commercial fleets, and OEMs worldwide from its Kaufering, Bayern headquarters, with complementary WIMMER-branded tool industry machines and contract manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kaufering

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Special Machine Manufacturing: Development, manufacturing and distribution of special machines for automotive brake repair - core business line including brake drum lathes, brake disc turning machines, and related equipment
2. WIMMER Brand Products: Proprietary product line of cutting/grinding machines for tool industry marketed under WIMMER brand name
3. Contract Manufacturing (Lohnfertigung): Custom manufacturing of complex components to customer drawings - provides stable order volume
4. Accessories and Spare Parts: Spare parts, tool holders, grinding wheels, measuring tools, and other accessories for the machines

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Hunger Maschinen GmbH develops, manufactures, and distributes special machines for automotive brake repair, including brake drum and brake disc turning and grinding machines, on-car brake lathes, brake profiling machines, and riveting machines. The company also markets WIMMER-branded cutting/grinding machines for the tool industry and offers 3D printing and contract manufacturing (Lohnfertigung) of complex components.

Product overview

Hunger Maschinen GmbH is a German manufacturer of special machinery for automotive brake repair, operating as part of the HUNGER Group. Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Kaufering, Germany, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of brake service machines including brake drum and brake disc turning/grinding machines (B 355, B 345), on-car brake lathes (E 326a, E 326g, E 328/S1), brake profiling machines (F 308, S 331), riveting machines (N 332, N 333), assembly aids (BL 2), and universal bench machines (U 305). The product lineup spans passenger car, light truck, and commercial vehicle applications. Under the WIMMER sub-brand, the company also manufactures cutting machines for the tool industry. Additional offerings include 3D printing/contract manufacturing services and custom parts production (Lohnfertigung) according to customer specifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WIMMER: Own product line of Trennschleifmaschinen (cutting grinding machines) for the tool industry, marketed under the WIMMER brand name

Products and services

• B 355 Brake Drum and Brake Disc Turning/Grinding Machine

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 30% higher brake component service life due to perfect friction connection
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Supanz GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 22 January 2025Supanz GmbH serves as the local partner representing Hunger Maschinen at the AutoZum 2025 trade show in Salzburg, Austria from January 22-25, 2025.
• WIMMER (within HUNGER GROUP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWIMMER is a product line within the HUNGER GROUP marketed separately for cutting/grinding machines for the tool industry. Both WIMMER and Hunger Maschinen are part of the same HUNGER GROUP headquartered in Kaufering.
• Domestic Trade Representatives (Handelsvertretungen)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomestic trade representatives throughout Germany ensure customer proximity, competent consultation, and fast local service.
• Worldwide Distribution Partners (Vertriebspartner)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distribution partners worldwide guarantee customer proximity, competent consultation, and fast service locally in their respective markets.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Snap-on Incorporated: Global tool and equipment company selling brake lathes, diagnostic, and wheel-service equipment through its franchise network. Comparable as a broad incumbent in professional automotive service equipment with overlapping brake lathe offerings.
• Bosch Automotive Service Solutions: Global incumbent supplying automotive service equipment, diagnostics, and brake components to workshops and OEMs. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping brake service and workshop equipment alongside its wider portfolio.

Direct peers

• Corghi (Corghi S.p.A.): Italian automotive workshop equipment manufacturer producing tire changers, wheel balancers, and brake service equipment. Comparable as a European specialty maker of professional brake and wheel service machinery for workshops.
• Ranger (BendPak): Ranger branded brake lathes and wheel service equipment from BendPak. Direct competitor in on-car and bench brake disc/drum turning machines sold through automotive aftermarket channels in North America and globally.
• Hennessey Industries: US-based manufacturer of Ammco and COATS branded brake lathes, brake service equipment, and wheel service systems. Directly comparable as a specialist in on-car and bench brake lathes serving automotive workshops worldwide.
• MAHA Maschinenbau Haldenwang: German manufacturer of automotive workshop equipment including brake testers, lifts, and play detectors. Comparable as a German Mittelstand specialist in automotive service equipment serving workshops and inspection organizations.
• Beissbarth: German maker of wheel alignment, ADAS calibration, and brake service equipment. Comparable as a German specialty automotive service equipment manufacturer serving professional workshops with a similar distribution model.
• Pro-Cut (Hennessey Industries): Specialist brand within Hennessey focused on on-car brake lathes (e.g., Pro-Cut PFM series). Directly comparable to Hunger Maschinen's E 326a/E 326g on-vehicle brake disc turning machines, targeting the same professional workshop segment.

Emerging players

• Rotary Lift (Dover): Manufacturer of vehicle lifts and wheel service equipment including brake lathes under the Rotary brand. Comparable as an emerging player in the brake-service equipment category with broader workshop equipment positioning.

Regional players

• Haweka (Glaser / WAW): German maker of wheel alignment and brake testing equipment. Comparable as a regional (DACH-focused) automotive service equipment specialist with overlapping brake service equipment offerings, primarily competing in Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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