SYSTHERM

What SYSTHERM does

SYSTHERM s.r.o. is a Czech engineering and manufacturing firm founded in 2001 and headquartered in Sušice that designs, produces, and services heat transfer technologies under the SYMPATIK brand. Its core output is compact heat transfer stations, industrial heat exchangers, condensate and expansion management systems, and a growing cooling product line (including the patented SYMPATIK ClimaSolution three-stage absorption unit). All production is customer-specific rather than serial, with the firm operating its own design studio, manufacturing plant, and 24/7 emergency service network across the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

The company's technology stack combines certified pressure equipment (PED 2014/68/EU Category III Module H), in-house electrical switchgear manufacturing, and a proprietary software ecosystem — HESCOpro, HESCOnet, HESCOgas, HESCOsolar, TRACKflex, TRACKnalpe, BJcal, RScal, WebHeatControl — that spans design, 3D CAD automation, simulation, and live dispatch. Integrations include EnOcean wireless sensors, ModBus-IP and TCP/IP remote interfaces, and Bakalář scheduling software for the CIIC school energy management platform. The firm also handles electrical installation, switchgear production, and removable thermal insulation products (DH BOX, FLEXIZOL).

SYSTHERM monetizes through four streams: (1) one-time sales of SYMPATIK stations and components, (2) turnkey energy construction project delivery, (3) recurring service and maintenance contracts via service centers in CZ/SK and partner networks internationally, and (4) software licensing to design partners in Sweden, Denmark, Slovakia, France, Spain, and Hungary. Pricing is project-based and individually quoted under multi-year contracts. Customers include district heating utilities (Severočeská teplárenská, Dalkia Česká republika, Teplárna Písek), industrial manufacturers (Zentiva, Bonatrans), healthcare providers (ÚPMD Prague, Slezská nemocnice Opava), municipalities (Capital City of Prague), and educational institutions served by CIIC.

Name

SYSTHERM

Legal name

SYSTHERM s.r.o.

Website

https://systherm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SYSTHERM is a Czech manufacturer and engineering firm that designs, builds, and services custom compact heat transfer stations, industrial heat exchangers, and proprietary control software under the SYMPATIK brand for district heating utilities, industrial operators, and public institutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heat Transfer Equipment and District Heating Systems

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces) Manufacturing (333414)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Heat Exchangers & Thermal Transfer Equipment (IMAHAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF), Chillers & Cooling Plant Equipment (IMAHAKAE), Industrial Process Heat TES (Steam, Kilns, Furnaces, Waste-Heat Coupling) (EUAFANAI)

Keywords

• Heat transfer stations
• District heating systems
• Thermal energy solutions
• Heat exchangers manufacturing
• Boiler room engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Sušice

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Heat Transfer Stations and Equipment Sales: Manufacturing and sale of compact heat transfer stations SYMPATIK, industrial heat exchangers, and related equipment. All production is custom-designed for individual customer requirements.
2. Turnkey Energy Project Delivery: Complete delivery of energy construction projects including design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning. Covers heat sources, transfer stations, boiler rooms, pipelines, and heating systems.
3. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Contractual service agreements including regular maintenance, preventive inspections, spare parts supply, and 24/7 emergency service. Service is provided through service centers in Czech Republic and Slovakia with contracted partners internationally.
4. Software Licensing and Support: Proprietary design software (HESCOpro, HESCOnet, HESCOgas, etc.) provided to design partners and customers. Software used for project design and optimization.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SYSTHERM designs, manufactures, and services compact heat transfer stations and heat exchange technology blocks under the SYMPATIK brand for district heating, industrial process heat, and building applications. The company delivers complete turnkey energy projects from energy audit and technical-economic studies through design, custom manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and 24/7 service. Its portfolio is supported by proprietary design software (HESCOpro, HESCOnet, HESCOgas), the WebHeatControl monitoring and dispatch platform, switchgear production, electrical installations, and the CIIC school energy management system.

Product overview

SYSTHERM is a Czech manufacturer and engineering company that designs, produces, and services heat transfer technologies under the SYMPATIK brand. Its portfolio spans compact heat transfer stations (SYMPATIK), industrial heat exchangers, proprietary control systems (WebHeatControl), and a suite of engineering software (HESCOpro, HESCOnet, HESCOgas, HESCOsolar, BJcal, RScal, TRACKflex, TRACKnalpe). The company also offers turnkey energy construction, electrical switchgear production, 24/7 service, school energy management (CIIC), and removable thermal insulation products (DH BOX, FLEXIZOL). All manufacturing is in individual customer-specific configurations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SYMPATIK: Brand name for heat transfer stations and technological blocks systems, including SYMPATIK BJEQ (apartment transfer stations), SYMPATIK PresStabil (automatic expansion systems), SYMPATIK AquaStorage (energy management), SYMPATIK ClimaSolution (heating and cooling), SYMPATIK Syclean (exchanger revitalization), SYMPATIK SYKON (condensate management), SYMPATIK RSsinus (distributor-collector), SYMPATIK PreSolar (solar collectors)
• SYMPATIK BJEQ
• AQUASAN
• AQUASUN
• CIIC (ControlIndoorIndividualClimate)
• WebHeatControl (WHC)
• HESCOpro
• HESCOnet
• HESCOgas
• HESCOsolar
• TRACK
• TRACKflex
• TRACKnalpe
• STEPbySTEP
• IHRC
• DH BOX
• FLEXIZOL
• BJcal
• RScal
• ABZ
• ENERGIE CHYTŘE
• SYMgas-S
• SYMATIK VILA
• SYMATIK VNV

Products and services

• SYMPATIK heat transfer stations SYMPATIK is the primary brand under which SYSTHERM manufactures compact heat transfer stations and technological blocks for heat transfer systems. The product line covers hot-water/heat-water exchanger stations, hot-water mixing stations, steam heat exchanger stations, stations for long-distance cold distribution, and modules for heating (UT) and domestic hot water (TUV). SYMPATIK units are certified under PED 2014/68/EU, Category III, Module H, and are designed for both domestic Czech/Slovak and export markets.
• SYMPATIK BJEQ apartment heat transfer station SYMPATIK BJEQ is a residential (flat) heat transfer station with equithermal individual control for heating and domestic hot water preparation in apartment buildings. It bi-directionally communicates with a superior control system, enabling individual apartment-level heat regulation and continuous heat/water consumption readings. Continuous power output regulation ranges from 30% to 100%.
• SYMPATIK AquaStorage SYMPATIK AquaStorage is an intelligent multi-source energy management system that interlinks and manages several heat sources (boilers, fireplaces, solar panels) with automatic computer-controlled switching. It evaluates and prefers the optimal heat source at any given moment, bringing heat comfort improvements and cost savings.
• SYMPATIK ClimaSolution SYMPATIK ClimaSolution provides comfort heating and cooling for buildings (family houses, blocks of flats, administration buildings) using a patented three-stage absorption technology that produces cooling from thermal energy. Cooling electric power consumption is stated to be 1000x lower than compressor cooling. The system intelligently interconnects multiple energy sources and works with the cheapest source at all times.
• SYMPATIK PreSolar / AQUASAN / AQUASUN SYMPATIK PreSolar (AQUASAN/AQUASUN) comprises solar collectors for heating and domestic hot water preparation. Features flat collectors (vertical/horizontal) and tubular collectors for high-efficiency performance in extreme conditions. The system is designed in customer-specific configurations and integrates with SYMPATIK AquaStorage and other heat sources. HESCOsolar software supports the design.
• SYMPATIK RSsinus SYMPATIK RSsinus is a heat distributor and collector product with a sinusoid-shaped gap separating the two bodies, providing an insulating layer that prevents heat transfer between incoming and return fluid. Used in low-temperature systems such as condensation boilers, heat pumps, and cooling systems.
• SYMPATIK SYKON SYMPATIK SYKON is a condensate management system (condensation management) designed as a complex automation product for collection, accumulation, and transfer of condensate from steam systems in industrial and communal sectors. Features a stainless steel insulated tank, built-in pumps, and a control system with TCP/IP and ModBus-IP interfaces for remote monitoring.
• SYMPATIK PresStabil / PresSmatic SYMPATIK PresStabil and PresSmatic are the sixth-generation automatic expansion systems for maintaining pressure in heating, hot water, and cooling systems (up to PN 25). PresStabil uses a pressureless tank with an inner bag; PresSmatic operates with a classic open tank using the existing accumulation vessel. Both feature programmable deaeration, TCP/IP and ModBus-IP remote interfaces, and integrate into the overall heat source control system.
• SYMPATIK Syclean SYMPATIK Syclean is a complete system for revitalisation of clogged plate and tubular heat exchangers. It combines long-term operational experience with a unique automatic cleaning station, capable of removing both mineral deposits and industrial plant deposits. Features broad variability for exchangers of various sizes and types with working flow rates up to DN 100.
• IHRC (Individual Heating Room Control) IHRC is a room-level temperature regulation system developed to reduce heating costs. It ensures thermal comfort and environmental quality in individual rooms with minimum energy consumption, using EnOcean wireless technology without batteries. Supports time scheduling per room, touch-screen operation, data network communication with a superior dispatch centre, and weather forecast data integration.
• DH BOX removable thermal insulation DH BOX is a removable thermal insulation system comprising shaped housings for insulation of transfer station components and pipe distribution systems. Characterised by simple and quick installation/deinstallation without shutting down heat sources. Reduces heat losses on parts normally not insulated, such as filters and valves.
• FLEXIZOL removable thermal insulation FLEXIZOL is a removable thermal insulation system for heating establishments. FLEXIZOL S has a silicone surface with permanent temperature resistance up to 500°C for indoor use. FLEXIZOL T has a Teflon surface (washable, outdoor-use capable) with resistance up to 310°C, suitable for food industry and environments with oil leaks.
• CIIC (ControlIndoorIndividualClimate) school energy management system CIIC is SYSTHERM's proprietary Energy Management system for school facilities, combining heating, ventilation, operating and emergency state management. It uses decentralised heat recovery units with hot water exchangers connected to the heating system, EnOcean wireless sensors (no batteries), and integrates with Bakalář scheduling software. Guarantees 35% energy cost savings. Includes CO2, temperature, humidity, VOC, dust, motion, light, smoke, water, and gas monitoring.
• WebHeatControl (WHC) monitoring and control platform WebHeatControl is SYSTHERM's proprietary monitoring and control platform for automation of heat sources ranging from small facilities to large enterprise energy systems. It provides real-time operational data, heat consumption monitoring against weather forecasts, coordinates multiple heat sources, and integrates with HESCOnet and boiler room control systems via a central dispatch operating 24/7.
• HESCOpro design and optimization software HESCOpro is SYSTHERM's proprietary software for design and optimisation of heat transfer stations considering investment, operational, and economic costs. Developed with foreign partners and major component suppliers. It is a standard tool not only in the Czech Republic but also used by foreign partners in Sweden, Denmark, Slovakia, France, Spain, and Hungary for heat transfer technology deployment.
• HESCOgas design and optimization software HESCOgas is proprietary software for design and optimisation of gas boiler room technologies, developed with leading gas boiler room experts and major manufacturers. It serves as an optimisation tool for designers and operators, handling hydraulic design, air-flow duct calculation, and chimney calculation according to EN 13384-1.
• HESCOnet heating system design software HESCOnet is software for design of new heating systems and design calculations of existing systems, including optimisation calculations for planning repairs and expansions. For heat management system operators, it provides on-line conversion of system behaviour with heat consumption prediction. Topology is supported by Google Earth integration.
• HESCOsolar solar system design software HESCOsolar is a software module for design of solar collector equipment (surface area of collectors, size of accumulation tanks) based on specific installation conditions including roof gradient, cardinal point orientation, elevation, and annual luminous flux. Supports flat and tubular collector design.
• BJcal apartment building design software BJcal is software for design of blocks of flats with installed SYMPATIK BJEQ flat transfer stations. It automatically designs primary fluid distribution system dimensions, cold water distribution, and heat source nominal output based on the number of installed BJEQ stations. Generates bill quantities, component lists, and delivery/assembly/commissioning prices.
• RScal distributor design software RScal is software for design of SYMPATIK RSsinus heat distributors. Based on flow rate requirements of individual heating circuits, it designs the distributor body profile and components of individual heating circuits — fittings, mixing fittings, pumps. Output includes schema, component list, and 3D drawing.
• TRACKflex parametric 3D CAD software TRACKflex is parametric 3D CAD software for automated design of mechanical technology and electrical installations of transfer stations, from project design through to manufacturing drawings. Built on HESCOpro as the design basis. Generates 3D spatial models of stations and complete drawings of pipes, individual parts, and system breakdowns.
• TRACKnalpe electrical installation design software TRACKnalpe is software for automated design of electrical installations of transfer stations, from project design through to manufacturing drawings of electrical switchgear and electrical installations. Based on HESCOpro, it automatically generates project files, 3D models of electrical switchgear, and component layout in the switchgear.
• Switchgear production service SYSTHERM manufactures electrical switchgears and heavy current control boxes up to 1,000 V and 400 A, as well as light current switchgears for data networks. Switchgears are made in plastic, stainless steel, or steel sheet design with protection classes IP20 to IP66 or fireproof design. Outfitted with Siemens, Danfoss, Regin controllers and components from Schneider Electric, ABB, OEZ, and Eaton. Compliant with ČSN EN 60439-1, ČSN EN 60439-3, and other standards.
• High-voltage electrical installations service Complete electrical installation works including delivery of transfer stations for heating companies, comprehensive electrical installations for SYSTHERM heat sources (including lighting and EZS/electronic security systems), electrical installations, revisions, and lightning conductor revisions, all under the guidance of in-house revision technicians.
• Low-voltage M&C installations service Comprehensive project, assembly, revision, and after-sales service of measuring and control (M&C) systems for heat sources including boiler rooms, transfer stations, heat pumps, machine rooms for cooling plant systems, and HVAC.
• 24/7 Service and maintenance SYSTHERM provides quality and rapidly accessible service with a network of service centres in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, backed by a 24/7 dispatch. Services include regular maintenance during warranty, operational safety and economics service, and emergency service with 24-hour response commitment and on-line SYSTHERM EMERGENCY DISPATCH.
• Turnkey energy construction SYSTHERM offers turnkey energy construction projects covering heating of territorial units, transfer stations, gas boiler rooms, biomass boiler rooms, hot water and steam pipelines, central heating reconstruction, and heat pump installations. Projects use internal SW STEPbySTEP for 3D-generated time scheduling and modular production in the SYSTHERM plant.

Quantifiable outcome

• 35% guaranteed cost savings on winter heating for schools with CIIC energy management system
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• SYSTHERM SK s.r.o.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWholly-owned subsidiary company operating in Slovakia. Processes technical-economic studies and provides local project execution for Slovak market.
• Severočeská teplárenská a.s.majorTechnology or IntegrationMajor Czech district heating company. Investor in multiple projects including SŠT Velebudice conversion. SYMPATIK technology integrated with Severočeská teplárenská dispatch system.
• SLUŽBYT s.r.o.majorTechnology or IntegrationHeat management services company in Svidník. Winner of competitive tender for heat system reconstruction. CHP units integrated with WebHeatControl.
• FW FERMWÄRME-technik GmbHcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExclusive representative for vacuum pipe technology ('steel in steel') in Czech Republic. Technology used for high-safety, minimum heat-loss media transport with minimized compensators.
• SiemensmajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for control systems (Schneider-TWIDO mentioned for some projects, Siemens for others). Controllers and automation components used in switchgear manufacturing.
• DanfossmajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for control and closing fittings, radiator valves, and control components used in transfer stations and heating systems.
• Schneider ElectricmajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for control systems, switchgear components, and automation solutions. MAXI condensing boiler technology referenced.
• Vocational Schools NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnerships with secondary vocational schools and secondary technical schools across Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Germany for SYSTHERM Cup and Crystal Globe competitions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Rehau: German-based polymer and district heating pipe specialist with pre-insulated pipe systems serving European district heating markets. Adjacent to SYSTHERM's business — uses FINTHERM pre-insulated pipe technology in CZ projects — and competes for full district heating modernization packages.
• ENKA İnşaat: Although broader as an EPC contractor, comparable for the turnkey energy/infrastructure project delivery model in Central/Eastern Europe. Less direct on heat exchanger manufacturing; included for turnkey delivery comparability.

Direct peers

• SWEP (Dover): Part of Dover Corporation, SWEP is a leading brazed plate heat exchanger (BPHE) manufacturer serving district heating, HVAC, and refrigeration globally. Directly comparable product line to SYSTHERM's plate and tubular heat exchangers used in SYMPATIK substations.
• Kelvion: German-headquartered heat exchanger specialist (plate, shell-and-tube, welded) serving district heating, HVAC, and industrial markets. Directly competes with SYSTHERM in compact heat exchange technology and district heating infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• ENGIE (Dalkia): Global energy and district heating utility, owner of Dalkia which is a key SYSTHERM customer in Czech Republic (40→60 MW capacity increase). ENGIE/Dalkia both competes with and procures from SYSTHERM's customer base in district heating infrastructure modernization.
• Alfa Laval: Global Swedish manufacturer of heat exchangers, boilers, and district heating separation equipment. Comparable as a broad incumbent in heat transfer technology serving district heating, HVAC, and industrial customers worldwide — overlap with SYSTHERM's compact heat transfer stations and industrial heat exchangers.
• Viessmann: German family-owned manufacturer of heating, industrial, and refrigeration systems including heat transfer stations, condensing boilers, and heat pumps. Comparable end-market (residential, district heating, industrial) and broad product portfolio overlapping SYSTHERM's thermal energy solutions.
• Spirax Sarco: UK-headquartered steam and thermal energy specialist providing heat transfer, condensate management, and process heating solutions globally. Comparable in industrial steam/hot water transfer stations, condensate handling (SYMPATIK SYKON), and process heat — overlap with SYSTHERM's industrial customer segment.
• Danfoss: Danish global supplier of heating, district energy, and HVAC components including heat exchangers, control valves, and substations. While primarily a component supplier to SYSTHERM, Danfoss also competes as an integrated district heating solutions provider across Europe.
• Uponor: Finnish-headquartered provider of district heating and cooling pipe systems plus heating/cooling solutions. Comparable in district heating infrastructure, though more focused on piping networks than compact transfer stations like SYSTHERM.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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