Pec Group - Your Expert For High-end Fixing Applications

What Pec Group - Your Expert For High-end Fixing Applications does

PEC Europe GmbH (formerly PEC Group), headquartered in Duisburg, Germany, develops and supplies technically sophisticated, building-authority-approved fixing, anchoring, framing, and system components for the construction industry. Its portfolio is organized into three pillars: anchoring technology (PEC cast-in channels, PEC-TU cast-in channels, brick tie anchor systems, connecting straps, and sandwich panel anchors), framing technology (hot-rolled and cold-formed framing channels, cable holder systems, and cantilevers/bolts/accessories), and system components (corner guards and special custom parts). The flagship PEC-TA-P premium anchor channel series offers higher load capacity with 3D load and fatigue resistance approvals, enabling up to 40% cost savings for end users in bridge, elevator, and demanding curtain wall applications. All products carry European Technical Assessments (ETA-16/0929, ETA-21/0695) and/or DIBt national approvals, and the company's PROFIS Anchor Channel design software and IFC-format BIM/CAD object library support specification-driven sales.

The company combines German engineering design with manufacturing at the Hilti-owned Suzhou facility (Hilti (PEC Suzhou) Ltd.) in China, which is certified to ISO 9001 by TÜV SÜd. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of per-unit catalogued products (a 2022 price list is published), with quotes provided on inquiry. Go-to-market is sales-led: dedicated German and international sales managers cover Duisburg-headquartered accounts across Europe, channel partners FIXINOX SA (Belgium) and A.L. Patterson Inc. (USA) handle Benelux and North American precast supply respectively, and reference projects span the UK, Turkey, Slovakia, India, Indonesia, China, Qatar, and Mexico. Primary customer segments are general contractors and precast concrete manufacturers for construction applications, with secondary use in industrial manufacturing (steel, automotive, plant engineering) and infrastructure projects (tunnels, bridges, utilities, elevators).

Since autumn 2016, PEC Europe has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Liechtenstein-based Hilti Group, following its acquisition from founder Bernd Hebborn (who established the company in 2008 in collaboration with a major German investment group). The Hilti integration provides access to broader R&D resources and a global sales and service network. Heinz Nieder has been Managing Director since April 2020.

Name

Pec Group - Your Expert For High-end Fixing Applications

Legal name

PEC Europe GmbH

Website

https://pec-europe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Short description

PEC Europe GmbH, a Hilti Group subsidiary headquartered in Duisburg, Germany, develops and supplies ETA-certified cast-in anchor channels, framing channels, cable holder systems, and sandwich panel anchors for construction contractors, precast manufacturers, and infrastructure projects worldwide, combining German engineering with Chinese manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Anchoring and Fixing Hardware

NAICS

Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413)

SIC

Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448), Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Building Systems (PEMB) (IMADACAB)

Keywords

• Cast-in anchor channels
• Framing channel systems
• Construction fixing hardware
• Sandwich panel anchors
• Precast concrete connections

Headquarters

HQ city

Duisburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Construction Fixing Hardware Products: PEC Europe generates revenue through the sale of technically sophisticated, building authority-approved anchoring and fixing products for the construction industry. Product categories include anchor channels, framing channels, cable holder systems, brick tie anchor systems, sandwich panel anchors, and system components. Products are sold with associated accessories and hardware including T-bolts, screws, and DIN elements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PEC Europe develops, produces and markets technically sophisticated, building-authority-approved anchoring, framing and system components for the construction industry. The portfolio spans PEC Cast-in Channels and T-bolts, PEC-TU channels, brick tie anchor systems, connecting straps, sandwich panel anchors, framing channels, cable holder systems, cantilevers and corner guards, complemented by PROFIS Anchor Channel design software and a BIM/CAD library. German engineering design is combined with manufacturing at a Hilti-owned plant in Suzhou, China.

Product overview

PEC Europe is a Hilti Group company offering a comprehensive portfolio of high-end fixing solutions for the construction industry. The product range consists of three main pillars: (1) Anchoring Technology including PEC Cast-in Channels & Bolts, PEC-TU Cast-in Channels, PEC Brick Tie Anchor Systems, PEC Connecting Straps, and PEC Sandwich Panel Anchors; (2) Framing Technology comprising PEC Framing Channels, PEC Cable Holder System, and Cantilevers/Bolts/Accessories; and (3) System Components including Corner Guards and Special System Components. The flagship PEC-TA-P Premium Anchor Channels offer ultimate performance with up to 40% cost savings. The portfolio is complemented by PROFIS Anchor Channel design software for engineering calculations and a BIM/CAD library for digital planning. Products combine German engineering with manufacturing in China, featuring extensive ETA and national building approvals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PEC Cast-in Channels (Ankerschienen)

Quantifiable outcome

• Cost savings up to 40% achievable through replacement of larger channels with smaller, stronger PEC-TA-P anchor channels in many applications
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Hilti Group (Liechtenstein)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2016Hilti Group acquired PEC Europe business in autumn 2016 to combine strengths in the anchoring business. This partnership provides PEC with access to extensive R&D investment, global sales, distribution and service network. Products are now jointly developed with Hilti in collaboration with recognized universities and institutes. The partnership enables worldwide comprehensive support and service and extends choices for best fixing technology through joint product innovations.
• FIXINOX SA (Belgium)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFIXINOX SA serves as official PEC Europe distributor for Belgium market. Located at 8, Première Rue, 6040 Jumet, Belgium. Provides local sales and support capability for Belgian customers requiring PEC anchoring and fixing solutions.
• A.L. Patterson Inc. (USA)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA.L. Patterson Inc. serves as official PEC Europe distributor for USA market through their Precast Supply Division. Located at 300 Ben Fairless Drive, Fairless Hills, PA 19030. Provides local sales and distribution for American customers in the precast supply segment.
• SLV Berlin-BrandenburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSLV Berlin-Brandenburg provides annual external monitoring and inspection of PEC Europe's building authority-approved products. Also grants CE marking approval for products and provides manufacturer qualification for welded steel structures according to DIN 18800-7.
• German Institute for Structural Engineering (DIBt)coreTechnology or IntegrationDIBt grants European Technical Assessments (ETA) and National Technical Approvals for PEC products including anchor channels, framing channels, sandwich panel anchors, and cast-in channels type TU. These regulatory approvals are essential for market access in European construction industry.
• TÜV SüdcoreTechnology or IntegrationTÜV Süd certifies PEC Europe's production facility in Suzhou, China according to DIN/ISO 9001 standards, ensuring quality management system compliance for manufacturing operations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Peikko Group: Finnish specialist in steel connections for precast concrete and slim-floor structures, including anchor bolts and column shoes. Peikko competes with PEC in the precast concrete fixing space and shares ETA-based certification requirements and a European-centric customer base.
• Ancon (Leviat brand): UK-based brand under Leviat (CRH) supplying structural fixings, wall ties and masonry restraints. Ancon overlaps with PEC's brick-tie anchor systems and connecting straps, especially in commercial and infrastructure masonry applications.
• Fischer Group: German manufacturer of fixing and anchoring systems including anchor channels, frame fixings and chemical anchors. Fischer competes head-to-head with PEC/Halfen in ETA-certified cast-in channels and serves overlapping general contractor and precast concrete customers across Europe.
• Lindapter: UK-based manufacturer of steelwork clamping and fixing systems for structural steel connections. Lindapter competes with PEC's framing channel and cast-in channel ranges in applications where bolted or clamped connections replace welded or cast-in fixings in commercial and industrial construction.
• Simpson Strong-Tie: US-based manufacturer of structural connectors, anchors and fastening systems for wood, concrete and steel construction. Simpson is a peer through its engineered structural fixing and connector product lines serving similar precast and commercial construction applications.
• Leviat (Halfen): Leviat owns the Halfen brand, a long-established German competitor in cast-in anchor channels, framing channels and brick-tie systems. Halfen is the closest direct peer to PEC, with overlapping ETA-certified product families and similar focus on precast concrete and façade fixings.

Regional players

• Mungo Befestigungstechnik: Swiss manufacturer of fastening systems including anchors, frame fixings and chemical anchors, primarily serving the DACH region. Mungo is a comparable niche European supplier with similar technical approvals but a smaller geographic footprint than PEC.

Broad incumbents

• Hilti AG: Liechtenstein-based global leader in construction fastening, drilling and demolition tools. Hilti is PEC's parent and the dominant incumbent in anchor channels, framing systems and direct fastening, making it the broadest direct competitor and benchmark for premium fixing solutions.
• Würth Group: Global fastener, fixing and tool distributor with an extensive own-brand construction hardware range including anchor channels, frame fixings and direct fastening. Würth's enormous distribution network overlaps with PEC on construction-industry customers but covers a far broader fastener portfolio.
• Powers (Stanley Black & Decker / DEWALT): North-American mechanical and adhesive anchoring brand under DEWALT/Stanley Black & Decker. Powers is a broad incumbent in construction fasteners and competes with PEC in structural anchor channels and heavy-duty fixings across commercial and infrastructure projects.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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