Ubbink B.v.

What Ubbink B.v. does

Ubbink B.V. is a Netherlands-headquartered building-technology manufacturer founded in 1896 in Doesburg and operating as a subsidiary of the publicly listed German group Centrotec SE. The company is organized around three product divisions — Energy (Caelio domestic hot water heat pumps and adjacent offerings in battery storage, EV charging, and solar mounting), Ventilation (the Air Excellent modular duct system, Aerfoam insulation, and the patented Click-Seal Ring), and Building (Ubiflex waterproofing, roof terminals, and Ventub accessories). Manufacturing is conducted in the Netherlands and Germany, with additional production in the USA and China via the parent group. The portfolio is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and the company markets a circular-product strategy emphasizing recyclable plastics and life-cycle assessment.

Ubbink operates four direct country subsidiaries (Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom) and extends reach to 50+ countries through an independent distributor network spanning Europe, Russia, the Americas, Australia, and New Zealand; nine localized country websites indicate active expansion into additional European markets including Germany, Italy, Spain, Lithuania, and the Czech Republic. The business model is indirect-to-trade: products are specified by building professionals and homeowners, then sold through distributors, with the Centrotec-owned distribution channels providing direct retail access in core markets. Revenue is generated per unit shipped across the three product divisions rather than via subscription or service contracts, and the company does not disclose standalone financials.

Within Centrotec SE, Ubbink is reported under the Gas Flue Systems division alongside complementary climate and energy businesses. The strategic positioning has shifted from flue/waterproofing heritage toward an integrated residential energy-stack narrative, anchored by the 2024 Caelio DHW heat-pump launch and the parent's prior acquisition of IVT Germany. As a privately reported subsidiary, Ubbink does not publish headcount or revenue; the principal observable signals are product launches, geographic build-out, and patent activity, which together indicate incremental rather than transformative growth.

Name

Ubbink B.v.

Legal name

Ubbink B.V.

Website

https://ubbink.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1896

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Ubbink B.V. is a Netherlands-based building-technology manufacturer (founded 1896) and Centrotec SE subsidiary producing energy, ventilation, and building products — including Caelio heat pumps, Air Excellent duct systems, and Ubiflex waterproofing — for building professionals and homeowners across Europe and select global markets via direct subsidiaries and distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Building Systems

NAICS

Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Heat Exchangers, Coils & Hydronic HVAC Components (IMADANAF)

Keywords

• Domestic hot water heat pumps
• Mechanical ventilation ductwork
• Lead-free roof flashings
• MVHR heat recovery units
• Solar PV mounting systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Doesburg

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Energy Products: Sale of energy products including Caelio DHW heat pumps, battery energy storage systems, EV chargers, solar mounting systems, and water storage cylinders. Revenue generated through product sales to installers, distributors, and building professionals.
2. Ventilation Products: Sale of complete ventilation systems and components including MVHR units (Ubiflux), ductwork (Aerfoam, Air Excellent), terminals, seals, valves and grilles. Products sold through subsidiaries and distributor network.
3. Building Products: Sale of building protection products including lead-free flashings (Ubiflex Finio, Ubiflex Standard), roof terminals, and construction ventilation components (eaves, dry fix, hip, membranes). Revenue from product sales to roofers, installers, and construction professionals.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ubbink develops and manufactures integrated building technology products across three domains — Energy (Caelio DHW heat pumps with R290 refrigerant, battery energy storage, EV chargers, solar PV mounting systems), Ventilation (Air Excellent ductwork with patented Click-Seal rings, Aerfoam insulated ductwork, Ubiflux MVHR heat recovery units, Haelix supply and extract valves), and Building (Ubiflex Finio lead-free flashings, roof terminals, construction ventilation components). The portfolio is completed by digital planning tools (Aerflux Configurator, Air Leakage Calculator) and BIM-ready resources that enable specifier-led design and installer-friendly assembly.

Product overview

Ubbink B.v. is a building technology company offering integrated solutions across three core product categories: Energy, Ventilation, and Building. The Energy portfolio centers on the Caelio product family (domestic hot water heat pumps in 200L and 300L models, cylinders, and buffer tanks) along with battery energy storage systems, EV chargers, and solar PV mounting accessories. The Ventilation range includes the Air Excellent air distribution ductwork system, Aerfoam insulated mass flow ductwork for MVHR, Haelix design valves, and terminals/seals. Building products feature Ubiflex Finio lead-free flashings, roof terminals, and construction ventilation. The company also provides digital planning tools including the Aerflux Configurator and BIM-ready services. Products are designed for seamless interoperability within the Ubbink ecosystem, with emphasis on installer-friendly installation using plug-and-play components.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aerfoam: High performance insulated mass flow ductwork system for ventilation
• Air Excellent
• Haelix
• Caelio
• Ubiflex
• Ubiflux

Products and services

• Caelio Domestic Hot Water Heat Pump High-efficiency residential domestic hot water heat pump with integrated R290 refrigerant, available in 200L and 300L models, designed for solar-ready hot water heating in new-build and renovation projects.
• Battery Energy Storage Systems Residential energy storage systems designed to store solar energy and provide backup power in homes integrated with Ubbink's Caelio and solar PV mounting range.
• EV Charger Residential electric vehicle charging solution designed to integrate with Ubbink's residential energy and solar PV ecosystem.
• Solar PV Flat Roof Mounting System Mounting system for solar PV panels on flat residential roofs, designed to integrate with Ubbink's energy storage and Caelio heat pump range.
• Air Excellent Ventilation Ductwork High-performance air distribution ductwork system for residential mechanical ventilation, including ducts, distribution boxes, bends, connectors, adaptors and valves with anti-microbial properties and patented Click-Seal ring connectors achieving ATC1 airtightness.
• Aerfoam Insulated Mass Flow Ductwork Insulated ductwork system designed for central mechanical ventilation and heat recovery (MVHR), providing airtight performance and thermal insulation to prevent energy losses and noise; includes ducts, bends, T-pieces, Y-pieces, connectors and wall brackets.
• Haelix Supply and Extract Valves Timeless-design residential ventilation supply and extract valves in Rondo (round) and Quadro (square) versions with 9-stage flow restrictor and tool-free installation, compatible with DN125 ductwork adaptors.
• Ubiflux MVHR Heat Recovery Units Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery units designed for residential and small commercial buildings, providing controlled ventilation while recovering heat from extracted air to reduce energy losses.
• Ubiflex Finio Lead-Free Flashing Self-adhesive non-lead waterproof flashing with patented double-safety adhesion (integrated butyl strips plus adhesive back), available in grey, black and red with 25-year warranty for waterproofing roof intersections and wall applications. KIWA-approved.
• Building Roof Terminals Roof terminals for building ventilation and rooftop applications, designed to integrate with Ubbink's waterproofing and ventilation systems.
• Construction Ventilation Products Construction-side ventilation components including eaves, dry fix, hip, membranes, vents and adaptors, flat roof void vents and roofing accessories for residential new-build and renovation projects.
• Aerflux Configurator Free online planning tool for installers and consultants to calculate residential ventilation requirements in four steps and generate detailed reports with airflow, component lists and cost overview to ensure compliance and optimal system performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Caelio DHW Heat Pump achieves COP up to 3.91 at 14°C with R290 refrigerant containing only 150g, meeting IEC safety standards and operating reliably down to -5°C.
• +4 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Centrotec SEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUbbink is part of the Ubbink Centrotherm Group and together with sister companies Centrotherm, IVT and Sonnenstromfabrik forms the Gas Flue Systems division of Centrotec SE, a global organization specialized in energy efficient technology for buildings, represented in over 50 countries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Zehnder Group: Swiss-listed residential and commercial ventilation specialist with a strong focus on heat recovery (MVHR) and indoor climate systems. Direct competitor to Ubbink's Aerfoam/Air Excellent ductwork and Ubiflux MVHR units, serving the same Western European installer channel.
• Lindab: Swedish-listed building products company with a large ventilation and indoor climate division alongside steel construction products. Direct competitor to Ubbink in residential ductwork and air distribution, with overlapping Northern/Western European customer base.
• Systemair: Swedish-listed HVAC and ventilation manufacturer with broad product range including fans, air handling units, and ductwork. Comparable to Ubbink across multiple ventilation product categories and operates across many of the same European geographies.
• NIBE Energy Systems: Swedish-listed leader in residential heat pumps and indoor climate solutions, with strong European distribution. Closely comparable to Ubbink's Caelio DHW heat pump and broader Energy portfolio, targeting the same residential decarbonization market.
• Helios Ventilatoren: German family-owned manufacturer of ventilation fans, air handling units, and duct systems for residential and commercial applications. Comparable product range to Ubbink's ventilation portfolio, with particular strength in the German-speaking installer market.
• Stiebel Eltron: German family-owned manufacturer specializing in heat pumps, domestic hot water systems, and ventilation. Direct competitor to Ubbink's Caelio heat pump and Ubiflux MVHR units, with strong German and broader European installer relationships.

Broad incumbents

• Daikin Europe: European arm of the global HVAC leader Daikin, dominant in heat pumps and air conditioning across residential and commercial segments. Represents the largest competitive threat to Ubbink's heat pump and indoor climate ambitions as it expands residential MVHR offerings.
• Bosch Thermotechnology: Diversified global HVAC and hot water manufacturer within the Bosch group, offering heat pumps, boilers, and residential climate solutions. Overlaps with Ubbink on the Caelio heat pump category and brings substantially greater scale, R&D, and installer network across Europe.
• Vaillant Group: German privately-held HVAC incumbent offering heat pumps, boilers, and residential climate systems across Europe. Larger and broader portfolio than Ubbink, but directly competitive on residential heat pumps and DHW solutions, including through the Saunier Duval brand.

Emerging players

• Vents Group: Eastern-European manufacturer with broad portfolio of ventilation fans, ducting, and air handling units at competitive price points. Comparable product offering to Ubbink's ventilation line, increasingly competitive across European residential markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

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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