TorTec GmbH
TorTec GmbH is a German manufacturer of cantilever sliding gate systems and components, serving metal and gate builders across Germany and Europe. The privately held Büren-based company offers complete steel and aluminium systems with static pre-calculation and just-in-time delivery.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1992
- HeadquartersBüren, Germany
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What TorTec GmbH does
TorTec GmbH is a German manufacturer of cantilever sliding gate components and complete systems, founded on May 19, 1992 by Klaus Budde and headquartered at Oberer Westring 23 in Büren, Germany. The company serves metal and gate builders (Metall- und Torbauer) across Germany and Europe with both individual components for assembly and full system packages for commercial and residential installations requiring high-traffic access without floor rails — particularly suited to locations where water, dirt, or snow accumulate. Andreas Wiegel has led the company as managing director since 1993 and has been sole shareholder since 1999; the firm is privately held with no institutional capital, recorded under HRB 2112 at the Amtsgericht Paderborn.
The product portfolio comprises five steel system sizes (FST 075 through FST 192) and three aluminium sizes (FST 083A, 107A, 150A) covering clear passage widths from 4.5m to 18.5m and gate weights from 250kg to 3,580kg. TorTec manufactures and supplies roller profiles, roller blocks, head covers, upper guide rollers, inlet forks, overrun shoes, Module 4 toothed steel racks, and foundation frames — all hot-dip galvanized or aluminium, all "Made in Germany." Since 2013, roller blocks for the FST 075 and FST 095 systems have been produced as aluminium drop forgings rather than cast steel, improving corrosion resistance and component strength. The proprietary tortec®-Modulbox® (moduIBOX) modular system enables bolt-together or welded assembly of cantilever gates up to 4.5m for private and high-quality construction, and all systems are statically pre-calculated using proprietary in-house software.
TorTec operates a direct B2B sales model with orders placed via phone, email, and a website inquiry form; pricing is quote-based and disclosed only through a request-only Technik- & Preiskatalog. Distribution is regional, primarily Germany and Europe, supported by 2,900 m² of warehouse capacity that enables complete-system delivery within one week and spare parts within 48 hours. The company reaches customers through its multilingual website (German, English, French), trade fair participation (Perimeter Protection, Borrmann in-house fair), and a presence on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, supplemented by direct outreach from its sales team led by a Head of Purchasing/Sales.
TorTec GmbH firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- TorTec GmbH
- Legal name
- tortec® GmbH
- Website
- https://tortec.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1992
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- TorTec GmbH is a German manufacturer of cantilever sliding gate systems and components, serving metal and gate builders across Germany and Europe. The privately held Büren-based company offers complete steel and aluminium systems with static pre-calculation and just-in-time delivery.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
TorTec GmbH industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Cantilever Sliding Gate Systems and Components
- NAICS
- Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (332722)
- SIC
- Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)
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Where TorTec GmbH is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Büren
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
TorTec GmbH business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others
Revenue model
- Component and System Sales: TorTec generates revenue through the sale of components for cantilever sliding gate systems in steel and aluminium, including roller profiles, roller blocks, head covers, guide rollers, inlet forks, overrun shoes, racks, and accessories. They supply both complete systems for industrial production and individual components and spare parts for repair and maintenance. Delivery typically within one week throughout Germany and Europe, with spare parts and small items delivered within 48 hours.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | B2B direct sales — pricing available upon request via catalogue |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels8 records
TorTec GmbH product offering
Product offeringCore offering
TorTec GmbH designs, manufactures, and distributes cantilever sliding gate systems (Freitragende Schiebetorsysteme) in steel and aluminium, offering a complete range of standardized FST-series kits, individual components (roller profiles, roller blocks, head covers, guide rollers, inlet forks, overrun shoes, steel racks, foundation frames), and the proprietary tortec®-Modulbox® modular system for bespoke self-supporting sliding gates. The company's products are engineered for metal construction professionals and gate builders for industrial, commercial, and private perimeter access applications.
Product overview
TorTec GmbH is a manufacturer of cantilever sliding gate systems 'Made in Germany' serving metal and gate builders worldwide. The product portfolio centers on complete sliding gate systems in two material variants—steel (FST 075/095/130/160/192) and aluminium (FST 083A/107A/150A)—spanning gate widths from 4.5m to 18.5m and weights from 250kg to 3580kg. These systems are complemented by a comprehensive range of precision components: roller profiles (the structural backbone of each gate), aluminium or steel roller blocks, head covers, upper guide rollers, inlet forks, overrun shoes, toothed racks, and foundation frames. The company also offers the ModuIBOX modular system for private-use applications (up to 4.5m passage, 250kg), enabling straightforward bolting or welding assembly. Services encompass individual consultation, project planning, static calculation via proprietary software, delivery of complete systems, training, and project-oriented after-sales support. Delivery typically occurs within one week throughout Germany and Europe, with spare parts available within 48 hours.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- tortec® moduIBOX©: Modular system for cantilever sliding gates, primarily for private use and construction of high-quality, durable cantilever sliding gates up to 4.50m clear passage width.
Products and services
- FST 075 Steel Cantilever Sliding Gate System Steel self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 4.5 m and gate weights up to 250 kg, designed for metal construction professionals and gate builders.
- FST 095 Steel Cantilever Sliding Gate System Steel self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 6.0 m and gate weights up to 450 kg.
- FST 130 Steel Cantilever Sliding Gate System Steel self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 8.0 m and gate weights up to 860 kg.
- FST 160 Steel Cantilever Sliding Gate System Steel self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 11.0 m and gate weights up to 1,500 kg.
- FST 192 Steel Cantilever Sliding Gate System Steel self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 18.5 m and gate weights up to 3,580 kg, for large industrial perimeter applications.
- FST 083A Aluminium Cantilever Sliding Gate System Aluminium self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 4.5 m and gate weights up to 250 kg.
- FST 107A Aluminium Cantilever Sliding Gate System Aluminium self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 8.0 m and gate weights up to 450 kg.
- FST 150A Aluminium Cantilever Sliding Gate System Aluminium self-supporting sliding gate system for clear openings up to 13.0 m and gate weights up to 600 kg.
- tortec®-Modulbox® Modular Cantilever Sliding Gate System Modular, individually configurable self-supporting sliding gate system based on standard components in defined grid sizes, allowing custom gate builds without bespoke fabrication, intended for metal construction professionals and gate builders.
- Roller profiles (Laufrollenprofile) Standardized roller/track profiles used as the lower running rail of cantilever sliding gates; sold individually as system components and spare parts to gate builders.
- Roller blocks (Laufrollenböcke) Roller carriages / roller blocks that ride on the roller profile and support the gate; sold individually as system components to gate builders.
- Head covers (Kopfdeckel) End caps for the gate's lower profile and roller track; supplied as individual components for assembly, replacement, and repair.
- Upper guide rollers (Obere Führungsrollen) Top guide rollers that keep the cantilever gate aligned in its open position; sold as individual replacement / assembly components.
- Inlet forks (Einlaufgabeln) Inlet guide forks that receive the gate end when it closes; sold as individual components.
- Overrun shoes (Auflaufschuhe) Overrun / catch shoes that guide and stop the gate at the end of travel; sold as individual components.
- Steel racks (Zahnstangen aus Stahl) Steel toothed racks for motor-driven gate operation; sold individually as components for automated cantilever sliding gates.
- Foundation frames (Fundamentrahmen) Welded foundation frames for embedding in concrete to anchor the cantilever sliding gate system; custom-built in-house.
- Plastic-coated guide rollers Plastic-coated guide rollers used in the upper guide assemblies of the gate systems; in-house manufactured replacement / assembly components.
- Aluminium profiles for FST 107A system Aluminium profiles produced in-house for the FST 107A cantilever sliding gate system.
- Accessories for swing gates (Drehtor-Zubehör) Complementary accessories for swing gates sold alongside the cantilever sliding gate portfolio.
Quantifiable outcome
- Complete system delivery throughout Germany and Europe typically within one week; spare parts or small items within 48 hours
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Companies that use TorTec GmbH
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
TorTec GmbH technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
TorTec GmbH partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators5 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights4 records
TorTec GmbH competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- dormakaba: dormakaba is a Swiss global provider of access, security, and door solutions across commercial and institutional markets. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping access control, automatic door systems, and gate hardware capabilities serving commercial gates and entrances.
- GEZE GmbH: Geze is a German specialist in door, window, and safety technology for commercial buildings. Comparable as a German door-and-gate technology incumbent, particularly in automatic sliding systems that overlap with TorTec's mechanical expertise in moving gates.
- ASSA ABLOY: ASSA ABLOY is the Swedish global leader in access solutions and door hardware with massive scale. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering overlapping gate hardware, access control, and automation products across commercial, institutional, and residential segments.
Direct peers
- Nice S.p.A. Nice is an Italian home automation specialist offering gate operators, smart access, and integrated hardware solutions. Comparable as a European provider of gate automation and components, often bundled with hardware sold through installer channels that overlap with TorTec's customers.
- Sommer Antriebs- und Funktechnik: Sommer is a German manufacturer of garage door and gate operators with European distribution. Comparable as a German specialist in gate and door automation, providing operator systems often integrated with the same hardware and installer base that TorTec serves.
- Locinox: Locinox is a Belgian specialist in gate hardware, manufacturing hinges, locks, closers, and accessories for swing and sliding gates. Comparable as a niche European manufacturer selling gate hardware components to professional gate builders and metal fabricators.
- Bft: Bft is an Italian gate automation specialist with a global network of dealers and installers. Comparable as a European gate automation provider offering operator systems and components to professional installers across swing and sliding categories.
- Hörmann KG: Hörmann is Germany's leading manufacturer of doors, gates, garage doors, and operators with pan-European coverage. Directly comparable as both companies serve the European gate market with steel and aluminium systems and components sold through professional gate and metal builder channels.
- CAME: CAME is a major Italian manufacturer of gate automation, access control, and smart home systems with global reach. Comparable through bundled automation offerings for sliding and swing gates that compete at the operator-and-hardware integration level for European installers.
- Wisniowski: Wisniowski is one of Europe's largest producers of fences, gates, and doors, offering complete cantilever and sliding gate systems. Comparable as a major European manufacturer selling cantilever sliding gate systems and components to professional installers through a similar B2B channel.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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TorTec GmbH leadership team
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TorTec GmbH funding detail
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Funding rounds
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Frequently asked questions about TorTec GmbH
What does TorTec GmbH do?
TorTec GmbH designs, manufactures, and distributes cantilever sliding gate systems (Freitragende Schiebetorsysteme) in steel and aluminium, offering a complete range of standardized FST-series kits, individual components (roller profiles, roller blocks, head covers, guide rollers, inlet forks, overrun shoes, steel racks, foundation frames), and the proprietary tortec®-Modulbox® modular system for bespoke self-supporting sliding gates. The company's products are engineered for metal construction professionals and gate builders for industrial, commercial, and private perimeter access applications.
Is TorTec GmbH a public or private company?
TorTec GmbH is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was TorTec GmbH founded?
TorTec GmbH was founded in 1992. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is TorTec GmbH based?
TorTec GmbH is headquartered in Büren, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does TorTec GmbH make money?
One revenue line is on record: component and System Sales.
Who are TorTec GmbH's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are dormakaba, GEZE GmbH and ASSA ABLOY. Direct peers are Nice S.p.A., Sommer Antriebs- und Funktechnik, Locinox, Bft, Hörmann KG, CAME and Wisniowski.
Does TorTec GmbH have an API?
No public API is recorded for TorTec GmbH.
What industry is TorTec GmbH in?
TorTec GmbH's product category is Cantilever Sliding Gate Systems and Components. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAIAI, Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices). Its NAICS code is 332722 and its SIC code is 3420.