KAN-therm

What KAN-therm does

KAN Sp. z o.o., operating as KAN-therm, is a Polish manufacturer founded in 1990 and headquartered in Kleosin (Białystok), Poland, specializing in comprehensive piping and planar heating/cooling systems for water, heating, cooling, fire-protection, and industrial installations. The company's KAN-therm MULTISYSTEM portfolio spans more than ten pipe systems (ultraLINE, ultraPRESS, PP, Steel, Inox, Steel XPress Sprinkler, Inox XPress Sprinkler, Copper, Copper Gas), seven planar heating/cooling systems (Rail, Tacker, Profil, NET, TBS, WALL, Football), control and flow products (Automatyka, Slim & Slim plus, InoxFlow), and design software (KAN SET, KAN OZC, KAN SET for Revit). All systems are sold under a single manufacturer warranty and supported by ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing with an in-house testing laboratory.

KAN-therm generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales of piping and planar systems via a network of authorized distributors in Poland and international markets, supplemented by modest professional-services revenue from certified Autodesk Revit training courses for sanitary installation designers (350 PLN net per participant). The go-to-market is channel-led: products reach professional installers and design engineers through distributors (e.g., Klimat Q Team in Uzbekistan), the company's strefaPRO professional zone, a multilingual website (30+ language versions), trade-show participation (Aquatherm Tashkent, etc.), and a BIM/Revit content strategy. Customer segments span residential and commercial construction, infrastructure (e.g., PKP railway stations, Warsaw Spire), sports venues (Rapid-Giulești Stadium), heritage renovations (Pałac Rzeczypospolitej, Warsaw), and — since the July 2025 acquisition of Silesia Term — residential, multi-family, public, and industrial buildings served by air-to-water heat pumps (3–90 kW). Headcount stands at 263, with a dedicated Logistics and Production Center in Białystok complementing the Kleosin headquarters.

The business model is built on proprietary multi-layer pipe technologies (anti-diffusion EVOH/aluminum coatings), push-in and press-fit connection systems, and a unified warranty that creates workflow lock-in across plumbing, heating, cooling, sprinkler, and — increasingly — heat-pump applications. Distribution is overwhelmingly indirect (channel partners), pricing is quote-based, and recurring revenue is limited to training services and the KAN-therm Smart remote-control subscription tier. The Silesia Term acquisition signals a strategic pivot toward integrated heat-source-plus-distribution solutions aligned with European electrification and decarbonization mandates, positioning KAN-therm to compete as a multi-system specification brand rather than a single-product pipe vendor.

Name

KAN-therm

Legal name

KAN Sp. z o.o.

Website

https://kan-therm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

KAN Sp. z o.o. (KAN-therm) is a Polish manufacturer of comprehensive piping, planar heating/cooling, sprinkler, and — since 2025 — heat-pump systems, distributed via authorized networks to professional installers and design engineers across Poland and 30+ international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plumbing and heating pipe systems

NAICS

Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (332410), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912)

SIC

Heating Equip, Except Elec & Warm Air; & Plumbing Fixtures (3430)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Piping & Sprinkler System Components (IMADALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heat Transfer Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Boilers, Condensers) (IMAHAEAC), Chillers & Cooling Plant Equipment (IMAHAKAE)

Keywords

• Pipe systems manufacturing
• Surface heating cooling
• Plumbing installation systems
• Heat pump solutions
• BIM installation software

Headquarters

HQ city

Białystok - Kleosin, Podlaskie

HQ country

Poland

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Piping Systems and Components: Sale of comprehensive pipe systems including ultraLINE, ultraPRESS, PP, Steel, Inox, Copper, and related fittings, connectors, and accessories for water, heating, and industrial installations.
2. Surface Heating/Cooling Systems: Sale of floor, wall, and ceiling heating/cooling systems including Rail, Tacker, Profil, NET, TBS, WALL, and Football systems with associated control equipment.
3. Training Services: Revenue from certified Autodesk Revit training courses for sanitary installation designers at 350 PLN net/person (430.50 PLN gross).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

KAN-therm designs and manufactures integrated piping and surface heating/cooling systems for water supply, heating, cooling, and industrial installations under the KAN-therm MULTISYSTEM umbrella. Its portfolio covers multiple pipe technologies (ultraLINE push-fit, ultraPRESS press-fit, PP, Steel, Inox, Copper, Copper Gas, XPress Sprinkler) and surface heating/cooling systems (Rail, Tacker, Profil, NET, TBS, WALL, Football), complemented by control/automation products, design and BIM software (KAN SET, KAN OZC, KAN SET for Revit), and air-to-water heat pumps via its recently acquired Silesia Term brand. The offering targets professional installers, design engineers, and construction projects in Poland and international markets.

Product overview

KAN-therm offers the KAN-therm MULTISYSTEM - a comprehensive portfolio of integrated piping and planar heating/cooling systems from a single manufacturer. The portfolio includes multiple pipe systems (ultraLINE, ultraPRESS, PP, Steel, Inox, Steel XPress Sprinkler, Inox XPress Sprinkler, Copper, Copper Gas) for water, heating, and industrial applications, complemented by planar systems (Rail, Tacker, Profil, NET, TBS, WALL, Football) for floor, wall, and ceiling heating/cooling. The offering is supported by control products (Automatyka, Slim & Slim plus, InoxFlow), software tools (KAN SET, KAN OZC, KAN SET for Revit), and the KAN-therm Smart remote control service. Following the July 2025 acquisition of Silesia Term, the portfolio also includes air-to-water heat pumps. The multisystem approach enables complex water, heating, cooling, and technological installations from one manufacturer under one warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Silesia Term: Polish brand of high-efficiency air-to-water heat pumps with capacities from 3 kW to 90 kW, acquired by KAN Group in July 2025.

Products and services

• KAN-therm MULTISYSTEM
• ultraLINE piping system
• ultraPRESS piping system
• PP piping system
• Steel piping system
• Inox piping system
• Steel XPress Sprinkler

Quantifiable outcome

• 95%+ of production waste classified as recyclable materials
• +1 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

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BeCreativeCADcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 7 November 2025Authorized Autodesk Training Center that co-organizes certified Autodesk Revit training courses for sanitary installation designers. Provides 16 hours of practical training in Revit environment focused on water and heating installations.
• Klimat Q TeamcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 9 October 2025Official distributor of KAN-therm products in Uzbekistan, led by Rustama Salihov. Partner supported KAN's presence at Aquatherm Tashkent 2025, contributing to the company's award for best corporate booth design.
• KANEX Sp. z o.o.minorOthers · 9 July 2025Company receiving call recording data from KAN for call center operations in Kleosin.
• Silesia TermcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 July 2024KAN Sp. z o.o. completed acquisition of 100% shares in Silesia Term - Polish manufacturer of high-efficiency heat pumps (air-to-water, 3-90 kW capacities). Extends KAN Group's offering with ecological, energy-efficient heat pumps for residential, multi-family, public, and industrial buildings.
• SANKOMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness partner providing tools for water and heating system design, mobile applications, and training programs. KAN SET software available through sankom.net.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Viega: German manufacturer of plumbing installation systems, press fittings, and piping technology. Competes directly with KAN-therm's press-fit (ultraPRESS) and pipe connection systems.
• Rehau: German multinational specializing in polymer-based solutions for plumbing, heating, and infrastructure. Direct competitor to KAN-therm's ultraLINE, ultraPRESS, and surface heating/cooling systems across European markets.
• Geberit: Swiss market leader in sanitary technology and plumbing systems. Competes with KAN-therm in water supply piping, hidden installation systems, and BIM-integrated plumbing solutions.
• Wavin: Dutch supplier of plastic pipe systems and solutions for water, heating, gas, and surface heating/cooling. Direct product-level overlap with KAN-therm's PP, Copper, and floor heating lines.
• Uponor: Finnish provider of plumbing and indoor climate solutions for residential and commercial buildings. Competes directly with KAN-therm in multilayer pipes, press-fit systems, and radiant heating/cooling.
• TECE: German provider of installation systems for plumbing, heating, and drainage. Comparable offering to KAN-therm's pipe systems and pre-wall/ surface heating modules across European markets.
• Henco Industries: Belgian manufacturer of multilayer composite pipes and press-fit fittings for water, heating, and cooling. Direct competitor in the same European installer/B2B channel that KAN-therm serves.
• Comap: French manufacturer of valves and fittings for HVAC and plumbing installations. Overlaps with KAN-therm's Inox, Steel, and control/automation subsystems across European heating installers.
• Aquatherm: German manufacturer of polypropylene (PP-R and PP-RCT) pipe systems for water, heating, and industrial applications. Closely comparable to KAN-therm's PP pipe system in technology and target market.

Broad incumbents

• Daikin: Global leader in HVAC, refrigeration, and heat pump systems. Provides broader climate control portfolio that overlaps with KAN-therm's newly acquired Silesia Term heat pump line and surface cooling systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 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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