Tameson B.v.

What Tameson B.v. does

Tameson B.v. is a Netherlands-based (Eindhoven) industrial e-commerce platform, founded in 2013, that sells fluid control and industrial automation components directly to end customers through its Shopify-powered storefront at tameson.com. The company catalogs more than 150,000 products across 14 major categories including solenoid valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, directional control valves, gate valves, check valves, needle valves, angle seat valves, pinch valves, modulating control valves, coaxial valves, safety and relief valves, globe valves, diaphragm valves, and HVAC valves, alongside fittings, measurement and control instruments, pneumatics, tubes and hoses, sealing products, filters, tools, hydraulics, electrical components, safety equipment, and power transmission components. Products are sourced from established manufacturers such as JP Fluid Control, Burkert, Belimo, and Parker, with Tameson supplying engineering selection support and same-day shipping from inventory.

The business operates a product-led, self-serve go-to-market model with no subscription or recurring revenue layer; pricing is unit-based, ranging from approximately $6 for commodity check valves to over $34,000 for high-specification butterfly valves. Tameson distributes worldwide to customers in the USA, UK, Germany, Netherlands, France, Canada, Australia, India, China, and Brazil, with multi-currency and multi-language storefront support. Customer demand is generated primarily through SEO, technical content (selection guides, calculators, troubleshooting documentation), social media, Klaviyo email marketing, and Bing/Google paid acquisition. In addition to reselling third-party brands, Tameson has introduced a proprietary sub-brand, TamesonPRO, comprising stainless steel ball valves backed by a 5-year limited warranty, marking an early move into private-label manufacturing. The company is privately held with 11-50 employees and no disclosed venture funding or institutional investors.

Name

Tameson B.v.

Legal name

Tameson B.v.

Website

https://tameson.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tameson B.v. is a Netherlands-based industrial e-commerce platform founded in 2013 that sells over 150,000 fluid control and automation components, including valves, fittings, pneumatics, and hydraulics, directly to global industrial buyers through its Shopify storefront, alongside its proprietary TamesonPRO stainless steel ball valve line.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial fluid control components

NAICS

Construction and Mining (except Oil Well) Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423810), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing (333914)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Pneumatic Components (FRLs, Cylinders, Valves) (IMAHAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Strapping & Banding Machines (IMAHAOAM), Hoses, Tubing & Fittings (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Lines & Connectors) (IMAHAGAH)

Keywords

• Industrial valves
• Pneumatic components
• Hydraulic fittings
• Fluid control products
• Process automation supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Eindhoven

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time product sales of industrial fluid control components including valves, fittings, measurement and control equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and related products. No subscription or recurring revenue model indicated.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tameson B.v. operates an industrial supply e-commerce platform (tameson.com) selling 150,000+ fluid control and industrial automation components, including valves, fittings, measurement and control instruments, pneumatics, hydraulics, tubes and hoses, tools, sealing products, and safety equipment. Products are sourced from multiple manufacturers (e.g., JP Fluid Control, Burkert, Belimo, Parker) alongside the proprietary TamesonPRO brand of stainless steel ball valves.

Product overview

Tameson B.v. is an industrial supply e-commerce platform offering over 150,000 fluid control and industrial automation products across 14 major categories. The portfolio centers on valves (solenoid, ball, butterfly, directional control, gate, check, needle, angle seat, pinch, modulating control, coaxial, safety/relief, globe, diaphragm, and HVAC valves), complemented by fittings, measurement/control instruments, pneumatics, tubes/hoses, sealing products, filters, tools, hydraulics, electrical equipment, safety supplies, and power transmission components. The company operates a multi-brand model, selling third-party manufacturers' products alongside its proprietary TamesonPRO sub-brand of stainless steel ball valves featuring a 5-year warranty. Core offerings emphasize fluid control automation with supporting technical resources for selection and sizing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TamesonPRO: Tameson's proprietary brand of stainless steel ball valves, backed by a 5-year limited warranty and dependable stock availability.

Products and services

• Solenoid Valves Electromechanically controlled on/off valves for liquids, gases, and compressed air, including 2-way, 3-way, proportional, pneumatic, coaxial, and hydraulic variants from manufacturers such as JP Fluid Control and Burkert.
• Ball Valves Shutoff valves using a rotating ball to control flow of liquids or gases, available in manually operated, electric, and pneumatic versions with stainless steel, brass, and PVC housing.
• Butterfly Valves Quarter-turn valves using a rotating disc for on/off operations and flow modulation, controllable electrically, pneumatically, or manually.
• Directional Control Valves Valves that manage fluid flow direction in systems using spool-type construction, including pneumatic and hydraulic versions.
• Gate Valves Manual shut-off valves using a wedge disc lifted by hand wheel rotation, also known as knife gate or sluice valves.
• Check Valves Non-return valves allowing fluid flow in one direction only, preventing backflow, available in brass, stainless steel, plastic, and steel materials.
• Needle Valves Precision flow regulation valves with linear motion needle design for accurate throttling, suitable for low flow rates and clean media.
• Angle Seat Valves High-flow valves with angled spindle design allowing easy media flow with minimal bends, using PTFE seals with brass or stainless steel housing for gases, vacuum, and liquids.
• Pinch Valves Shut-off valves using a flexible sleeve pinched by pressurized air or hydraulic fluid, suitable for abrasive, corrosive, fibrous products, and solids such as granules, powders, and slurries.
• Modulating Control Valves Proportional flow control valves including globe, disc, angle seat, diaphragm, and modulating ball valves for precise process regulation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.80 out of 5 customer rating based on 666 reviews

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• JP Fluid ControlcoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary supplier brand for solenoid valves and other fluid control products. Tameson supplies JP Fluid Control products with engineering support for selection and same-day shipping.
• BurkertcoreTechnology or IntegrationLeading manufacturer brand available through Tameson. Specializes in pilot-operated solenoid valve designs for demanding and dirty media applications.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce platform provider powering tameson.com storefront with secure checkout, customer accounts, and localization features.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• AutomationDirect: U.S.-based e-commerce distributor specializing in industrial automation components including valves, pneumatics, sensors, and control products. Closely comparable to Tameson in self-serve, no-quote pricing model and broad SKU coverage in fluid control.
• McMaster-Carr: U.S.-based industrial supplies e-commerce giant with a broad catalog of valves, fittings, hoses, pneumatics, and related components. Operates a direct self-serve model with same-day shipping, making it the closest analog to Tameson's value proposition.
• Global Industrial: U.S.-based multi-category industrial and business supplies distributor with an e-commerce platform covering material handling, maintenance, and fluid control products. Comparable to Tameson in self-serve digital procurement for MRO buyers.
• Zoro (Grainger subsidiary): E-commerce-focused industrial supplies platform owned by Grainger, offering millions of SKUs with self-serve purchasing. Direct competitor to Tameson in the digital, multi-brand industrial supply model.
• RS Components (RS Group): UK-headquartered global distributor of industrial and electronic components including valves, pneumatics, and fluid control. Operates a multi-brand e-commerce platform serving the same SME industrial buyer base as Tameson across Europe and globally.

Broad incumbents

• Würth: Global German industrial supply and fastener distributor with a large MRO product range including tools, fittings, and fluid components. Comparable to Tameson in serving European industrial customers with multi-brand catalogs.
• MSC Industrial Direct: Major U.S. metalworking and industrial supply distributor with deep MRO catalog including fluid control products. Direct competitor to Tameson for industrial buyers seeking broad assortment with digital procurement.
• Grainger: Largest U.S. industrial distribution company offering maintenance, repair, and operating supplies including valves, fittings, and pneumatics. Competes with Tameson across its global footprint and through its digital subsidiaries (Zoro, MonotaRO).
• Bürkert: German manufacturer of solenoid, process, and pneumatic valves that is both a key supplier to Tameson and a competing direct channel for fluid control buyers. The overlap in product line makes it a relevant strategic peer.
• Parker Hannifin: Global manufacturer of motion and control technologies including valves, fittings, hoses, and pneumatics. A key supplier brand to Tameson (especially for hoses and hydraulics) and a competing direct fulfillment channel for fluid power buyers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/tamesonfluidcontrol
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tameson

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 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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