Klinkmann
Klinkmann is a Finnish privately owned industrial technology group (est. 1926) that operates as a regional value-add distributor and systems integrator for AVEVA, Rockwell Automation, HMS, CHINT, and DEHN across Finland, the Baltics, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1926
- HeadquartersTallinn, Estonia
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Klinkmann does
Klinkmann is a Finnish privately owned industrial technology group established in 1926, headquartered in Helsinki, that operates as a regional value-add distributor and systems integrator for leading global automation and electrical manufacturers. The company serves customers across Finland, the Baltic states, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia through three solution areas: Smart Factory (information management and networking built on AVEVA System Platform, InTouch, Historian, MES, PI System, and SmartOps), Smart Machine (industrial automation and connection via Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley, Unitronics, HMS Ewon, nVent Hoffman, and enclosure brands), and Smart Energy (power, protection, and energy through the Finn Electric subsidiary distributing CHINT, DEHN, Imefy, Finder, and TE Connectivity). The group also operates two proprietary solutions — SMS-Control (an industrial SMS messaging gateway) and Smart-Performance MES (a Klinkmann-built MES application on AVEVA platforms).
The business generates revenue through a mix of one-time hardware sales (via direct sales, regional offices, and a 24/7 e-commerce store), system integration and project services (co-design, specification, commissioning, UL/NEMA certification, cybersecurity assessments, field services, repair/remanufacturing), and certified training programs for AVEVA and Rockwell Automation. Enterprise customers are primarily in industrial manufacturing, power and energy, utilities, electrical distribution, machine building/OEM, and emerging New Energy segments including green hydrogen.
Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales, a 24/7 online storefront, regional sales offices with localized websites in six countries, and certified System Integrator and OEM partner networks. Pricing is predominantly quote-based for project work, with unit-pricing for stock products (small-order surcharge €35 under €200 net, free delivery above €140, expedited shipping €35), and per-participant fees for certified training courses (e.g., €1,400 for AVEVA InTouch HMI). The company is privately held with no disclosed parent company, funding rounds, or revenue figures, operating through wholly-owned subsidiaries Klinkmann Automation Oy and Finn Electric Oy.
Klinkmann firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Klinkmann
- Legal name
- Klinkmann Trade Oy
- Website
- https://klinkmann.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1926
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- Klinkmann is a Finnish privately owned industrial technology group (est. 1926) that operates as a regional value-add distributor and systems integrator for AVEVA, Rockwell Automation, HMS, CHINT, and DEHN across Finland, the Baltics, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Klinkmann industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Automation Distribution and Systems Integration
- NAICS
- Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Instrumentation, Controls & Automation (DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, Metering) (EUAEAFAC)
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Where Klinkmann is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Tallinn
- HQ country
- Estonia
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices7 records
Markets served
Klinkmann business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product sales (electrical & automation components): Klinkmann distributes and sells industrial automation and electrical distribution components from global vendor brands including Rockwell Automation, AVEVA, HMS, Belden, CHINT, DEHN, Unitronics, nVent Hoffman, and others. Products include PLCs, drives, HMIs, circuit breakers, transformers, enclosures, and accessories. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales via direct sales, distributor relationships, and an e-commerce store.
- System integration and project services: Klinkmann provides co-design, specification, commissioning, and technical consulting services. Services include UL/NEMA co-design support, machine and process safety design, repair and remanufacturing, cybersecurity risk assessments, and field services. Professional services are delivered by internationally certified technicians and engineers.
- Certified training programs: Klinkmann offers AVEVA and Rockwell Automation certified training programs (kickstart, basic, advanced courses) as paid programs. Some introductory kickstart trainings are free of charge. Training is available online, onsite, and in hybrid formats, providing recurring revenue from education services.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Pay-as-you-go | List prices for AVEVA and HMS products (effective 1.1.2026); Belden/Hirschmann (effective 1.7.2026) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Small order surcharge for orders below €200 net |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Expedited shipping / same-day dispatch |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Technical investigation service |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Klinkmann Store – free delivery threshold |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | AVEVA InTouch HMI training (4-day instructor-led) |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | AVEVA training courses – various levels |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels8 records
Klinkmann product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Klinkmann is a value-add distributor and systems integrator for industrial automation and electrical distribution technologies. The company distributes products from leading global brands including Rockwell Automation, AVEVA, HMS, Belden, Unitronics, CHINT, DEHN, and nVent Hoffman, while also providing proprietary solutions such as SMS-Control (industrial SMS gateway) and Smart-Performance MES (built on AVEVA platforms). Klinkmann delivers co-design, specification, commissioning, certified training, and technical consulting services through its regional offices across Finland, the Baltics, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia.
Product overview
Klinkmann is a Finnish privately owned industrial technology group established in 1926, operating through three divisions: Klinkmann (Smart Factory — information management and AVEVA software), Klinkmann Automation (Smart Machine — Rockwell Automation, Unitronics, enclosures, HMS connectivity), and Finn Electric (Smart Energy — power distribution, CHINT/DEHN/Imefy components). The portfolio includes proprietary solutions like SMS-Control (industrial SMS messaging gateway), Smart-Performance MES (Klinkmann-built application on AVEVA platforms), and AVEVA software platforms (System Platform, InTouch, Historian, MES, PI System, SmartOps). The company also distributes and integrates Rockwell Automation hardware and software (Allen Bradley PLCs, FactoryTalk suite), Unitronics all-in-one controllers, HMS Ewon Flexy remote gateways, and enclosure solutions from nVent Hoffman, Rose, Stego, Stulz, ETA, Cubic, and SES-STERLING. Services include certified co-design support, technical training (AVEVA and Rockwell certified), field services, repair/remanufacturing, and cybersecurity risk assessments. Klinkmann operates across Finland, the Baltics, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia as a regional partner for leading global automation and electrical manufacturers.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SMS-Control: Industrial SMS messaging solution for automation communication, providing secure, real-time alerts and notifications for industrial automation systems.
- Smart-Performance MES
Products and services
- SMS-Control Industrial SMS Gateway Klinkmann's proprietary secure industrial SMS messaging solution providing real-time alerts and 2-way communication fallback for industrial automation systems. Supports Siemens, AVEVA, Rockwell, and Schneider platforms via DDE/OPC/SQL interfaces. Bundled with Telit Cinterion 4G modem. Available in unlimited-user and 3-user limited versions.
- Smart-Performance MES Klinkmann-developed MES application built on AVEVA InTouch and AVEVA Historian platforms. Provides ready-made dashboard reports, displays, and analysis tools for real-time production visibility, disturbance tracking, machine performance monitoring, and waste analysis. Developed by Klinkmann's Machine Intelligence team.
- Co-Design and Technical Consulting Services Technical Competence Center (CSP) and Co-Design team supporting customers in specification, design, solution selection, and implementation. Includes UL/NEMA standard co-design support, machine and process safety design, and cybersecurity risk assessments.
- Certified Customer Training Programs Internationally certified training for AVEVA (Historian/AI-data & Reports, Edge HMI, InTouch HMI, Application Server, OMI, PI System) and Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000 Basic/Advanced, FT Optix kickstart). Includes free kickstart sessions and paid advanced courses. Available remote, onsite, and in hybrid formats.
- Field Services and Commissioning Field service professionals perform services on Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley products and other brands. Services range from emergency callout to modernization projects, including commissioning for machine suppliers domestically and internationally.
- Repair and Remanufacturing Services Industrial repair services with proprietary remanufacturing process that restores Allen-Bradley products to like-new condition with minimum 12-month warranty. Available 24/7 with efficient process flow minimizing handling time.
- Cybersecurity Risk Assessments Cybersecurity services using Rockwell Automation Industrial Cybersecurity Services to help secure infrastructure, protect assets, and maintain network availability against security threats.
- System Integrator and OEM Partner Programs Partner network programs training, certifying, and supporting System Integrator (SI) partners and OEM machine builders in delivering Rockwell Automation and other vendor technologies locally and globally. Includes co-marketing, joint sales planning, and technical enablement.
Quantifiable outcome
- 20% increase in plant uptime for waste processing operations (Lassila & Tikanoja)
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Klinkmann
Customer profileNamed customers13 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Klinkmann technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration6 records
AI capability10 records
Feature3 records
Klinkmann partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- AVEVAcoreKlinkmann is an AVEVA Select partner serving Finland, the Baltics, and Kazakhstan. Provides AVEVA System Platform, InTouch HMI, Historian, MES, and PI System solutions. Offers certified AVEVA training programs. Supports specification work and application implementation for AVEVA platforms including the Smart-Performance MES built on AVEVA.
- Rockwell AutomationcoreKlinkmann Automation is a Rockwell Automation Value-Add Distributor and certified Support and Training organization. Provides full range of Allen-Bradley products, PlantPAx DCS, PowerFlex drives, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk suite, and Emulate3D digital twin software. Supports co-design, UL panel design, machine/process safety, and cybersecurity services.
- HMS Networks (Ewon)coreKlinkmann is an official HMS channel partner for Ewon remote connectivity solutions (Flexy Edge gateways). Ewon products enable remote monitoring and digital services for industrial customers. Used in Kemira's KemConnect remote monitoring platform and other customer deployments.
- BeldencoreKlinkmann distributes Belden industrial network products including Hirschmann brand. Used in automation and networking solutions across customer deployments. Belden products complement HMS and AVEVA connectivity solutions.
- UnitronicscoreKlinkmann distributes Unitronics all-in-one PLC+display controllers (V700, UniStream, Samba). Provides training and consulting for IWS (Innovative Water Systems), AGB Serviss, and other customers. Controllers used in water management, boiler house automation, and smart infrastructure applications.
- CHINTcoreFinn Electric (Klinkmann) distributes CHINT low voltage components, power transformers, and intelligent metering solutions (DTSU666). Used in panel building, power distribution, solar micro-generation, and electrical infrastructure. CHINT 2026 catalog available with 1,000+ products with Finnish electrical numbers.
- DEHNcoreFinn Electric (Klinkmann) distributes DEHN lightning protection products including lightning rods, conductors, and connectors. Supplied Protection Levels II and III for Finland's first hydrogen production plant (P2X Solutions, Harjavalta). DEHNplan design software available for customer use.
- nVent HoffmancoreKlinkmann distributes nVent Hoffman enclosure solutions including floor cabinets (indoor/outdoor, steel, stainless, aluminum EKOM), wall-mounted enclosures, hygienic HDW family, terminal block enclosures (ATEX/IECEx certified ZONEX), and interface/PC/console cabinets.
- University of OulucoreUniversity of Oulu collaborated with PVO-Vesivoima and Klinkmann Automation to develop the world's most advanced AI-powered turbine regulator for hydroelectric plants. This partnership demonstrates Klinkmann's role in enabling innovation between academia and industry for critical infrastructure automation.
- Roima OycoreRoima Oy is a certified project supplier and implementation partner for Klinkmann in AVEVA MES and Smart-Performance MES projects. Roima implemented the Apetit water optimization project and the Metsä Fibre AVEVA System Platform application for the Rauma sawmill.
- Comatec Automation OycoreComatec Automation Oy is an AVEVA-certified partner that implemented the Fortum hydropower plant automation project. Klinkmann serves as the regional AVEVA partner while Comatec delivers implementation services.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Klinkmann competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Rexel S.A. Global electrical distribution leader serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers across Europe. Comparable to Klinkmann's Finn Electric division (CHINT, DEHN, Imefy transformers/switchgears/lightning protection), though much larger and broader in scope.
- Phoenix Contact GmbH: German manufacturer of industrial electrical interconnection, automation, and interface solutions. Comparable as an established European industrial automation incumbent; competes with Klinkmann's enclosure and electrical distribution portfolio and overlaps on panel-builder customers.
- RS Group plc (RS Components): Global industrial and electronics product distributor serving engineers and industrial buyers. Comparable as a multi-channel industrial distributor with online storefront, catalog breadth, and global stock distribution — though Klinkmann operates as a higher-touch value-added specialist rather than a high-volume catalog distributor.
- Sonepar SAS: World's largest electrical distribution group, family-owned, operating across 40+ countries with strong European footprint. Comparable as a broad incumbent in industrial electrical distribution, though with a far larger and more diversified portfolio than Klinkmann's Finn Electric channel.
- Wieland Electric GmbH: German-headquartered manufacturer of electrical interconnect, automation, and power distribution products with global reach. Comparable as a European mid-sized industrial automation/electrical incumbent; competes with elements of Klinkmann's distribution and integration offering in panel-building and industrial automation.
- Beckhoff Automation GmbH: German manufacturer of PC-based automation, PLCs, drives, and integrated automation solutions, distributed via direct and partner channels. Comparable as a competing European automation technology provider whose PLC and control products compete with Rockwell Allen-Bradley in Klinkmann's customer base.
- Festo AG: Global manufacturer and direct distributor of pneumatic and electric automation technology with strong direct-to-customer presence in Europe. Comparable as a deep industrial automation specialist, though Festo is a manufacturer rather than a value-add distributor and serves customers through its own direct channels.
- WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH: German manufacturer of electrical interconnection, automation, and interface products with global direct distribution. Comparable as a high-quality European automation/electrical incumbent whose products compete with elements of Klinkmann's portfolio (terminal blocks, controllers, I/O).
Emerging players
- HMS Networks AB: Swedish-headquartered industrial connectivity specialist (Anybus, Ewon, Intesis) that Klinkmann distributes for in the Nordics and Baltics. Comparable as a closely-adjacent industrial IoT/connectivity technology player; HMS is a vendor partner to Klinkmann and a peer in the broader industrial data infrastructure layer.
Direct peers
- OEM Automatic AB: Swedish industrial automation value-add distributor serving Nordic and Baltic customers with components, motors, and technical solutions. Closest comparable peer: similar regional distributor/systems integrator model, similar vendor mix (including Rockwell/ABB-style brands), and similar mid-market industrial customer base.
Market position
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks4 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
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Klinkmann subsidiaries and ownership
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Klinkmann funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Klinkmann M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Klinkmann
What does Klinkmann do?
Klinkmann is a value-add distributor and systems integrator for industrial automation and electrical distribution technologies. The company distributes products from leading global brands including Rockwell Automation, AVEVA, HMS, Belden, Unitronics, CHINT, DEHN, and nVent Hoffman, while also providing proprietary solutions such as SMS-Control (industrial SMS gateway) and Smart-Performance MES (built on AVEVA platforms). Klinkmann delivers co-design, specification, commissioning, certified training, and technical consulting services through its regional offices across Finland, the Baltics, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia.
Is Klinkmann a public or private company?
Klinkmann is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Klinkmann founded?
Klinkmann was founded in 1926.
Where is Klinkmann based?
Klinkmann is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, in the Europe region.
How does Klinkmann make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Product sales (electrical & automation components) is the primary driver. The others are system integration and project services and certified training programs.
Who are Klinkmann's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Rexel S.A., Phoenix Contact GmbH, RS Group plc (RS Components), Sonepar SAS, Wieland Electric GmbH, Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Festo AG and WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH. HMS Networks AB is listed as an emerging player. OEM Automatic AB is listed as a direct peer.
Does Klinkmann have an API?
No public API is recorded for Klinkmann.
What industry is Klinkmann in?
Klinkmann's product category is Industrial Automation Distribution and Systems Integration. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAEAFAC, Instrumentation, Controls & Automation (DCS/PLC/SCADA, SIS, Metering). Its NAICS code is 54151 and its SIC code is 5084.