Master Trading

What Master Trading does

Master Trading is a Denmark-based supplier of physical components for modern pig production, founded in 2005 and headquartered in Herning. The company is operated by ACO FUNKI A/S (CVR 26715687) and sits within the German ACO Group under ACO Ahlmann SE & Co. KG, providing it with corporate distribution and back-office leverage. Its product portfolio covers the full equipment spectrum of a pig barn, organized across feeding systems (TUBE-O-MAT, Turbomax, Funkimat, Baby Feeder, wet/dry and ad libitum feeders), flooring (Combi-Floor plastic and cast iron slats, fiberglass supports), farrowing equipment (farrowing pens, piglet nests, Baby Care Milk System), heating plates (polymer concrete with molded high-pressure pipes, hot water or electric), water supply (drinking cups, adjustable pipes, water level valves), pen components (PVC board profiles with zigzag chamber structure, fiber cement plates, fasteners, manure plugs), and climate/animal-welfare items (Flexcover, manipulating materials). Notable technical differentiators include the Combi-Floor hybrid slat system, polymer concrete heating plates, and PVC profiles with internal zigzag chambers designed for stiffness beyond conventional hollow PVC.

The business model is hardware sales through an exclusive channel structure: Master Trading works only with dealers and professional partners within the pig equipment vertical, reaching professional pig farmers who build new barns or renovate existing facilities. Pricing is not public on the website; quotes are obtained via category-specific downloadable price lists (latest cycle effective 01.05.2026) covering feeders, components, silos, finishers, weaners, farrowing pens, dry feeding, water solutions, and liquid feeding. Distribution layers include the global dealer network, a dedicated webshop (webshop-acofunki.aco.com) for components and spare parts, and a Herning showroom. The company employs approximately 23 people, of whom the publicly identifiable sales team includes Sales Manager Jan Therkildsen, Area Sales Manager / Key Account Bjørn Dalsgaard Johannesen, Internal Sales Backup and Key Account Rosita Sørensen, and Area Sales Manager Tino Holger Ulshøfer. Marketing is conducted via a multi-language website (English, German, Danish), interactive Flipsnack brochures, a LinkedIn presence, an annual component catalogue, and trade-show participation (EuroTier 2026 in Hanover).

Name

Master Trading

Legal name

ACO FUNKI A/S MASTER TRADING

Website

https://mastertrading.dk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Master Trading supplies physical components for modern pig production — feeders, flooring, heating, water supply, farrowing equipment, and pen hardware — sold exclusively through a global dealer network to professional pig farmers, operating as a division of ACO FUNKI A/S in Herning, Denmark.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Herning

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pig Equipment Components Sales: Master Trading generates revenue through the sale of physical components for pig production facilities, including feeders, flooring, heating systems, water supply equipment, fasteners, and pen management products. Sales are made exclusively through dealers and professional partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Master Trading supplies physical components and hardware systems for modern pig production facilities. Its product program covers all equipment necessary for a well-functioning pig barn, including feeding systems, flooring solutions, farrowing pens, heating plates, water supply components, troughs, climate covers, pen boards, and fasteners. Sales are conducted exclusively through a global dealer and professional partner network, with additional reach via a dedicated webshop and a showroom in Herning, Denmark.

Product overview

Master Trading provides a comprehensive portfolio of physical components for modern pig production, spanning feeding systems (tube feeders, wet/dry feeders, ad libitum feeders), flooring solutions (Combi-Floor with plastic and cast iron slats, fiberglass supports), farrowing equipment (farrowing pens, piglet nests, heating plates), water supply (drinking cups, adjustable pipes, water level valves), and pen management (PVC board profiles, fiber plates, fasteners, manure plugs). The product range focuses on animal welfare, durability, and efficient barn operation, with solutions for all production stages from farrowing through finishing. The portfolio includes specialized feeding systems (Baby Care Milk System, Baby Feeder), climate control products (Heating Plates, Flexcover), and enrichment materials. Master Trading operates exclusively through dealers and professional partners, with a showroom in Herning, Denmark, and sells via their webshop.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TUBE-O-MAT Feeder Tube-based feeder system designed for efficient dry feed delivery in pig production environments.
• Turbomax Feeder High-capacity feeder for efficient feed distribution in pig barns.
• Funkimat Feeding system designed for dry or wet feeding applications in pig production.
• Baby Feeder Specialized feeder for young piglets supporting early nutrition and development.
• Wet/Dry Feeder Dual-function feeder allowing pigs to choose between wet and dry feed options.
• Wetmix Feeder Feeder system for mixing feed with water for improved consumption.
• Ad Libitum Feeder Self-feeding system allowing pigs unlimited feed access.
• Box Feeders Container-based feeding system for group-housed pigs.
• Feed Bowls Individual feeding bowls for controlled feed portions.
• Dry Feeding Components Components for dry feed distribution systems including dry feed dispensers for pig installations.
• Feed Components General feed system components for pig feeding installations.
• Volume Dispensers Feed dispensing units for controlled feed portions.
• Flex Auger Flexible auger system for feed transport within pig barns.
• Combi-Floor Combined flooring system using plastic and cast iron slats for pig welfare and efficient manure management.
• Plastic Slats for Combi-Floor Durable plastic slats for pig flooring, providing comfort and hygiene.
• Cast Iron Slats for Combi-Floor Heavy-duty cast iron slats for high-wear pig flooring areas.
• Slat Closer Components for sealing gaps between slats in Combi-Floor flooring systems.
• Floor Supports and Accessories Fiberglass support beams and accessories for plastic and cast iron slat flooring systems.
• Heating Plates Energy-efficient polymer heating plates for piglet nests in farrowing pens, available in hot water and electric variants.
• Heating Lamps for Piglets Heating lamps designed to provide warmth in piglet areas.
• Farrowing Pen Enclosed area for sows during farrowing, designed for animal welfare and piglet protection.
• Piglet Nest Heated resting area for newborn piglets, providing warmth and security separate from the sow.
• Baby Care Milk System Automated milk feeding system for supplemental piglet nutrition during early growth stages.
• Stainless Steel Troughs Corrosion-resistant stainless steel feeding troughs for long-term use in pig barns.
• Polymer Troughs Polymer-based feeding troughs offering durability and ease of cleaning.
• Tiltable Trough Adjustable feeding trough allowing easy cleaning and feed access.
• Bioform Troughs Bioform-designed feeding troughs for pig feeding applications.
• BioLine Troughs BioLine series of feeding troughs designed for various pig production stages.
• Drinking Cups Nipple-style drinking cups providing clean water access for grown pigs.
• Drinking Cups for Piglets Small-format drinking cups designed for young piglets.
• Water Supply Accessories Fittings, hoses, valves, and pipes as accessories for pig barn water supply systems.
• Adjustable Water Pipe Height-adjustable water pipes allowing customization for different pig sizes.
• Water Level Valves Membrane-controlled valves maintaining constant water level in troughs.
• Flexcover PVC climate covers for weaner pens, creating stable microclimate for young pigs.
• PVC Board Profiles PVC profiles for pen divisions, walls, and partitions with internal Zickzack chamber structure for enhanced rigidity.
• Fiber Plates High-density fiber cement plates for durable pen partitions and stall walls in pig barns.
• Manipulating Materials Enrichment materials including straw holders and play materials for natural pig behavior.
• Manure Plugs Durable plugs for manure channel sealing, available in DN150-300 sizes.
• Fasteners Bolts, anchors, and mounting hardware for plastic, concrete, and cast iron slats.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ACO FUNKI A/ScoreOthersMaster Trading is operated by ACO FUNKI A/S. The company is part of the ACO Group. ACO FUNKI A/S is the legal entity registered at Kirkevænget 5, 7400 Herning, Denmark (CVR: 26715687).

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• ACO FUNKI A/S: Sister brand and parent operating company of Master Trading under the ACO Group, offering overlapping pig barn equipment (farrowing pens, flooring, feeding) with the same dealer channel and customer base.
• Rotecna: Spanish pig equipment manufacturer specializing in feeders, drinkers, flooring, and pen management, directly competing with Master Trading across Southern European pig-producing markets.
• SKIOLD: Danish-headquartered manufacturer of pig and poultry housing equipment, including feeding, ventilation, and barn systems, directly competing with Master Trading in Northern European markets.
• Fancom B.V. Dutch specialist in pig barn automation and climate control systems, overlapping with Master Trading's heating plates, ventilation, and intelligent feeding product categories.
• Schauer Agrotronic: Austrian manufacturer of pig housing equipment including feeding, ventilation, and barn management systems, serving the same European pig farmer dealer channel as Master Trading.
• Egebjerg International: Danish pig equipment manufacturer focused on pen fittings, flooring, and feeding systems, competing with Master Trading in the Nordic and Northern European pig housing market.
• Big Dutchman: Global market leader in pig and poultry housing equipment, offering feeding, climate control, and barn management systems directly comparable to Master Trading's product range and dealer-based distribution model.
• Impex Barneveld: Dutch manufacturer of pig barn equipment including flooring, pen partitions, and feeding systems, with a comparable product portfolio and dealer-based B2B distribution model.
• Vereijken Group: Dutch pig housing equipment specialist offering farrowing, gestation, and feeding solutions comparable to Master Trading's portfolio, with similar dealer distribution in Benelux and Northern Europe.
• WEDA Dammann & Westerkamp: German specialist in pig feeding technology (liquid feeding, dry feeding, automation), comparable to Master Trading's feeder and feeding system product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/master-trading

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 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 →

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