What WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS does

WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS, the operating brand of the family-owned WEBER-HYDRAULIK GmbH within the WEBER SYSTEMS GROUP, designs and manufactures hydraulic, pneumatic, and battery-powered rescue tools for emergency-response and security use cases. The portfolio spans the SMART-FORCE and E-FORCE tool families — cutters, spreaders, rams, and cylinders — plus the new RZ ALU and RZT ALU cylinder series. Headquarters are in Güglingen, Germany, with a second production site in Losenstein, Austria, and operations in Nowogrodziec, Poland; the company has served customers for more than 80 years since 1940.

The core technology stack now extends beyond hardware into a software-defined platform: SMART-FORCE OS is positioned as a unified operating system across tool families, with the WEBER RESCUE Hub, RETTERSeismo, RETTERAlarm, and RETTERAR applications providing telemetry, seismic-incident data, alerting, and augmented-reality support. A dedicated RESCUE DIGITAL Systems GmbH subsidiary houses the digital roadmap, supported by ISO/IEC 27001 and TISAX certifications covering software development. The WEBER RESCUE Academy delivers training, and integration with IMBOS e.V. ties WEBER devices into standardized German public-safety command-and-control interfaces.

WEBER sells primarily to fire brigades and rescue services, defense and security customers (including special forces), and industrial and recycling operators across more than five continents via a regional sales and partner network. Revenue is hardware-dominant, complemented by a recurring layer through SMART-FEATURES subscriptions and aftermarket service. Distribution blends direct regional sales contacts with dealers, an online shop, and a partner portal; the company is privately held under family ownership, with no public revenue or valuation disclosure.

Name

WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS

Legal name

WEBER-HYDRAULIK GMBH

Website

https://weber-rescue.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1940

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS (WEBER-HYDRAULIK GmbH) is a family-owned German manufacturer of hydraulic, pneumatic, and battery-powered rescue tools (SMART-FORCE, E-FORCE) serving fire brigades, defense, and industrial rescue customers across more than five continents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technical Rescue Equipment

NAICS

Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire & Rescue Services (Fire Suppression, Rescue) (BPAIAGAB)

Keywords

• Hydraulic rescue equipment
• Fire service tools
• Pneumatic rescue equipment
• Digital rescue solutions
• Technical rescue equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Losenstein

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Rescue Equipment Hardware: Sale of hydraulic and pneumatic rescue equipment including cutters, spreaders, combination tools, rescue cylinders, power units, hoses, and lifting equipment. One-time purchase model with accessories and spare parts.
2. SMART-FEATURES Subscription: Digital features including monitoring, localization, documentation, and AI capabilities. Included free for 3 years with device purchase; optional renewal thereafter.
3. Extended Warranty: Extended warranty program (1 additional year) for registered devices via WEBER RESCUE Hub.
4. Training and Education Services: Seminars, courses, and training programs including patient-appropriate accident rescue, team training, intensive seminars, chain rescue, lifting/securing/stabilizing, ventilation, equipment maintenance, and service training.
5. E-Learning: Online courses available through WEBER RESCUE Academy and WEBER RESCUE Shop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS designs, manufactures, and sells hydraulic, pneumatic, and battery-powered rescue equipment — including cutters, spreaders, combination tools, rescue cylinders, power units, lifting bags, sealing systems, and accessories — for fire brigades, rescue services, defence/security forces, and industrial operators. The company complements its hardware with the SMART-FORCE OS digital operating system (AI energy management, connectivity, fleet monitoring, anti-theft) and the WEBER RESCUE Hub cloud platform, plus a full training and e-learning ecosystem.

Product overview

WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS offers an integrated portfolio of rescue and emergency equipment organized into four main segments: (1) Fire Department & Rescue with hydraulic, pneumatic, and battery-powered tools (SMART-FORCE and E-FORCE series), (2) Defence & Security for special operations, (3) Industrial Solutions for commercial applications, and (4) Digital Solutions including SMART-FORCE OS, RETTERSeismo, RETTERAlarm, RETTERAR, and the WEBER RESCUE Academy training platform. The SMART-FORCE OS digital operating system powers the SMART-FORCE battery tool line, enabling IoT connectivity, AI-based energy management, fleet monitoring, and training documentation. All rescue equipment is supported by the WEBER RESCUE Hub cloud platform for device management, warranty tracking, and service scheduling. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Germany (Güglingen) and Austria (Losenstein) with global distribution across five continents.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SMART-FORCE: Battery-powered rescue tools with digital operating system featuring connectivity, tracking, and smart features for modern rescue operations
• E-FORCE
• WEBER RESCUE Academy
• WEBER RESCUE Hub
• rescueDAYS
• CRASH SYSTEM

Products and services

• SMART-FORCE Battery Tools Digitally-connected battery-powered rescue equipment including cutters (RSC series), spreaders (SP series), combination tools (SPS MK2 series), rescue cylinders (RZ/RZT ALU series), and specialized tools (BC, C, DO, SPK series). Powered by Milwaukee M18 FORGE batteries, operable underwater to 3m depth, and integrated with SMART-FORCE OS for monitoring, localization, documentation, and AI energy management. Sold to fire brigades, rescue services, defence/security, and industrial operators.
• E-FORCE Battery Tools Battery-powered rescue equipment line using Milwaukee M28V batteries as an alternative to SMART-FORCE, including hydraulic cutters, spreaders, combination tools, and rescue cylinders. Sold to fire brigades and rescue services needing cordless rescue tools.
• Hydraulic Rescue Equipment Traditional hose-connected hydraulic rescue tools including cutters, spreaders, combination tools, rescue cylinders, power units, lifting equipment, and hoses. Powers hydraulic tools via standard or compact power units. Used by fire brigades, rescue services, and industrial operators.
• Pneumatic Rescue Equipment Air-powered rescue equipment including lifting systems (lifting bags rated 1, 8, 12, and 15 bar) and sealing systems (pipe sealing bags) for vehicle stabilization and leak sealing applications.
• SMART-FORCE OS Digital operating system for rescue equipment with AI-supported energy management, theft protection (with GPS tracking and geofence notifications), fleet monitoring dashboard, training mode with documentation, and connectivity via Bluetooth, LTE, GPS, and WIFI. Customers receive SMART-FEATURES free for 3 years with device purchase, with optional subscription renewal. Targeted at rescue organizations seeking IoT-enabled, digitally managed rescue equipment.
• WEBER RESCUE Hub Cloud-based device management platform for registering SMART-FORCE devices, managing fleet data, tracking maintenance schedules, monitoring device status, and managing user permissions. Includes warranty extension functionality and integrates with the SMART-FORCE app; hosted on Microsoft Azure Germany West Central (C5 certified).
• Industrial Solutions Hydraulic and pneumatic industrial equipment for cutting, spreading, combination tools, cylinders, power units, lifting bags (8, 12, 15 bar), sealing systems, and custom/mounting equipment. Designed for safe, efficient, and standards-compliant industrial use by manufacturing, industrial, and recycling companies.
• Defence & Security Solutions Specialized rescue and emergency equipment for military, police, and security forces including door opening tools, cutting equipment, heavy lifting/pull systems, and vehicle opening tools for special operations.
• RETTERSeismo Digital solution for seismic/earthquake monitoring and rescue support, providing real-time data for emergency response operations.
• RETTERAlarm Digital alarm notification system for coordinating rescue operations and emergency responses.
• RETTERAR Augmented reality solution for rescue training and operational support, providing visual overlays during rescue operations.
• WEBER RESCUE Academy / RETTERAcademy Training and education platform offering seminars, courses, and educational materials for rescue personnel, including patient-appropriate accident rescue, team training, intensive seminars, chain rescue, lifting/securing/stabilizing, ventilation, equipment maintenance, and e-learning modules.
• Stabilization Equipment Vehicle stabilization equipment including STAB-FAST and STAB-PACK products for securing vehicles during rescue operations.
• Glass Management Sets Glass management and safety systems including protection cover sets (Schutzdeckensets) for safe glass removal from vehicles during rescue operations.
• RESCUELIGHT LED Battery-powered LED rescue lighting for illuminating rescue scenes during emergency operations.
• Training Seminars & Courses In-person training programs including patient-appropriate accident rescue, team training, intensive seminars, chain rescue, lifting/securing/stabilizing, ventilation, equipment maintenance, and service training. Delivered via the WEBER RESCUE Academy and rescueDAYS events.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment automatically enters standby after 30 seconds to reduce energy consumption
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability5 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IMBOS e.V.coreTechnology or Integration · 18 October 2023Strategic membership in IMBOS e.V. non-profit association focused on innovative information management for safety organizations. WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS participates in creating one platform for various applications, devices, and vehicles. SMART-FORCE series integration into IMBOS portal provides significant added value for rescue operations through automated information exchange.
• Dräger HellasminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 November 2021Greek partner who collaborated on donation of E-FORCE equipment to Fire Academy Athens for training of fire officers.
• Microsoft AzurecoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud infrastructure provider for SMART-FORCE OS and WEBER RESCUE Hub. Data stored in Microsoft Azure Germany West Central high-security data center with C5 certification. Microsoft is bound by AV contracts.
• A1 Digital Deutschland GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationMobile network provider for SIM cards in SMART-FORCE devices. SIM cards are company-owned and self-managed. Connection to provider via encrypted API interface.
• Milwaukee (TTI)coreTechnology or IntegrationBattery technology partner providing M18 FORGE batteries for SMART-FORCE rescue equipment. Only M18 FORGE batteries can deliver full device performance. Batteries (6Ah, 8Ah, 12Ah) available through WEBER RESCUE and partners.
• Barth FeuerwehrtechnikminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFirefighting technology partner who collaborated on Ukraine donation transport in March 2022.
• Brandschutztechnik Mueller GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFire protection technology partner who collaborated on Ukraine donation transport in March 2022.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lukas Hydraulik: Lukas Hydraulik (now part of IDEX Corporation) is a German manufacturer of hydraulic rescue equipment for fire and rescue services. It competes head-to-head with WEBER in the DACH market and across Europe in rescue cylinders, cutters, and spreaders.
• Paratech: Paratech is a US manufacturer of rescue tools including lifting bags, struts, shoring equipment, and technical rescue hardware. It is comparable to WEBER in pneumatic lifting systems and in the broader special-purpose rescue equipment category.
• Amkus Rescue Systems: Amkus is a US-based manufacturer of hydraulic rescue tools for fire departments, rescue squads, and military/tactical units. It is a direct comparable in rescue tool product category with similar battery-powered and manual hydraulic offerings.
• Genesis Rescue Solutions: Genesis Rescue Tools is a US-based manufacturer of hydraulic rescue equipment for fire departments, extrication, and technical rescue. It is a direct peer in hydraulic cutters, spreaders, and combination tools.
• Holmatro: Holmatro is a Dutch manufacturer of hydraulic rescue equipment (cutters, spreaders, rams) and high-pressure hydraulic systems for fire brigades, rescue services, and industrial customers. It is the most direct global competitor to WEBER RESCUE SYSTEMS in core hydraulic rescue tools.
• Vetter GmbH: Vetter is a German manufacturer of pneumatic rescue equipment, particularly lifting bags, pipe sealing bags, and air-powered rescue tools. It directly overlaps with WEBER's pneumatic lifting systems portfolio and serves the same fire/rescue and industrial customers.
• Hurst Jaws of Life (Code 3): Hurst Jaws of Life is a US manufacturer of hydraulic rescue tools (cutters, spreaders, rams, combi tools) for fire, rescue, and military applications. Now part of Code 3 / Rev Group, it competes directly with WEBER in the North American and global rescue tool market.

Broad incumbents

• Drägerwerk: Dräger is a German safety and medical technology incumbent whose portfolio includes breathing protection, gas detection, and fire/rescue equipment. It is a broader incumbent that overlaps with WEBER in the fire and rescue vertical and serves as a channel partner (Dräger Hellas donated WEBER equipment to Fire Academy Athens).
• Rosenbauer International: Rosenbauer is an Austrian-based global manufacturer of firefighting vehicles and fire/rescue equipment. It is a broad incumbent in the fire service equipment category that competes for the same municipal and government customers as WEBER, though with a vehicle-centric focus.
• MSA Safety: MSA Safety is a US-listed global manufacturer of safety products and equipment for firefighters, industrial workers, and first responders. It is a broader incumbent serving overlapping fire/rescue customer segments with complementary (but not identical) product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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