KUMATECH B.V.
KUMATECH B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of AGVs (Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, Tractor Tom), Pallet Dispensers, and modular intralogistics tools, using a proprietary floor-structure navigation system that requires no building modifications. The company sells, rents, and leases its equipment to manufacturing and production companies across Europe via direct sales and a multi-country dealer network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2018
- HeadquartersBakel, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What KUMATECH B.V. does
KUMATECH B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of internal logistics automation equipment, headquartered and produced in Bakel, Netherlands, and operating as a subsidiary of Kuunders Technoworks. The company designs, produces, and installs three integrated product lines: Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) — Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, and Tractor Tom — in unit price ranges of approximately €39,000 to €85,000; Pallet Dispensers across Basic Line, Silverline, and Goldline tiers (€5,250 to €14,875); and modular Tools and accessories including Workstation, Robotstation, KUMATECH Kar, Palletrack, Pallet Aligner, and Pallet Stack Station. Its core differentiator is a proprietary floor-structure navigation system that uses a floor scanner to recognize the unique surface texture of concrete floors, enabling AGV deployment without inductive lines, magnets, or reflectors and supporting 2-3 day implementations. Software is developed in-house: the Transport Management App (TMA) is a browser-based operator interface and the Fleetmanager (TMS) coordinates orders, traffic, and battery management across multi-vehicle fleets, with API-based ERP/WMS and machine integration.
KUMATECH serves manufacturing and production companies across the Netherlands and broader Europe, with a primary use case in metalworking and adjacent verticals including food and beverage, packaging, door systems, injection moulding, and pet food. Revenue is generated through hardware sales plus rental and leasing, professional services (implementation, training at the Bakel Experience Center, remote support), and a recurring-equipment model. Distribution combines direct sales (website quote requests and a Dutch-based sales team) with a European dealer network spanning Slovenia, Croatia, Romania, Ireland, Poland, Greece, and the Netherlands, plus strategic OEM-style partnerships with SafanDarley, KOOI systems, and Valk Welding for turnkey integration into customer production lines. The company operates with a "eenvoud in complexiteit" (simplicity in complexity) design philosophy inherited from its parent, and emphasizes Dutch manufacturing with European-sourced components for rapid delivery and quality control. No revenue, headcount, or funding data has been disclosed in the available sources.
KUMATECH B.V. firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- KUMATECH B.V.
- Legal name
- KUMATECH B.V.
- Website
- https://kumatech.nl
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2018
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- KUMATECH B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of AGVs (Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, Tractor Tom), Pallet Dispensers, and modular intralogistics tools, using a proprietary floor-structure navigation system that requires no building modifications. The company sells, rents, and leases its equipment to manufacturing and production companies across Europe via direct sales and a multi-country dealer network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
KUMATECH B.V. industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Automated Guided Vehicles
- NAICS
- Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)
- SIC
- Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) & Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) (IMAHABAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) & Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) (IMAHAHAC)
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Where KUMATECH B.V. is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Bakel
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
KUMATECH B.V. business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- AGV Sales: KUMATECH manufactures and sells Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) including Pallet Jack (from €54,500), Forklift Joe (from €64,500), and Tractor Tom (from €39,000). Products are sold with options for additional configurations and accessories.
- Pallet Dispenser Sales: Pallet Dispensers are sold in three product lines: Basic Line (from €5,250), Silverline (€8,495), and Goldline (from €14,875). Available in various configurations and capacities (10-45 pallets).
- Tools and Accessories: Supporting products including Palletrack, Workstation, Robotstation, Karmodule, AGV-module, Pallet Aligner, Pallet Stack Station, and KUMATECH Kar are sold as standalone or complementary items to the core AGV and Pallet Dispenser product lines.
- Rental and Leasing: Both AGVs and Pallet Dispensers are available for rent or lease in addition to purchase. This allows customers to test solutions before committing to a full investment, or to flexibly address peak periods and temporary projects.
- Professional Services: KUMATECH provides implementation, training (at the Experience Center), and on-site commissioning services. Remote support is available for connected vehicles.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Tractor Tom — from €39,000 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pallet Jack — from €54,500 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Forklift Joe — from €64,500 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pallet Dispenser Goldline — from €14,875 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pallet Dispenser Silverline — from €8,495 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pallet Dispenser Basic Line — from €5,250 |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | AGV Implementation Cost — ~€85,000 total |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
KUMATECH B.V. product offering
Product offeringCore offering
KUMATECH designs, manufactures, and sells Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) — Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, and Tractor Tom — alongside Pallet Dispensers in three tiers (Basic Line, Silverline, Goldline) and modular storage and handling tools. All products are built around a proprietary floor-structure navigation system that requires no inductive lines, magnets, or reflectors, enabling 2-3 day implementation. AGVs are managed via the in-house developed Transport Management App (TMA) and Fleetmanager (TMS), and integrate with ERP/WMS systems through the company's API.
Product overview
KUMATECH B.V. is a Dutch manufacturer of internal logistics automation solutions comprising three main product lines: AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) including Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, and Tractor Tom; Pallet Dispensers in three tiers (Goldline for heavy-duty, Silverline for standard applications, and Basic Line for mechanical single-direction use); and modular Tools including Workstation, Robotstation, KUMATECH Kar, Pallet Stack Station, Pallet Aligner, and Palletrack. The portfolio is managed through the Fleetmanager (Transport Management System/TMS) for multi-vehicle coordination and the Transport Management App (TMA) for user-facing operation. Add-on modules like the AGV-module and Karmodule enable integration between product lines. The company designs, produces, and installs all solutions in-house, targeting manufacturing and production environments across Europe.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- TMA (Transport Management App): Web-based application for controlling AGVs and managing transport orders, accessible via browser on any device.
- TMS (Transport Management System)
Products and services
- Pallet Jack Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) for internal pallet transport, capable of lifting pallets from floor level up to 1,200mm height with maximum load of 1,000kg (option 1,500kg). Uses 80-160Ah LiFePO4 battery and is sold from €54,500. Targets manufacturing and production companies seeking automated repetitive transport between production stations.
- Forklift Joe AGV forklift with counterweight and narrow free-carrying forks for handling both open and closed pallets up to 1,200mm lift height. Maximum speed 1.5 m/s, runtime 8-12 hours, 160 Ah LiFePO4 battery. Sold from €64,500. Targets production environments requiring pallet transport of closed pallets and production line pallets.
- Tractor Tom Compact AGV configurable with lift and/or tow pin for multiple transport methods with pallets and transport carts. Minimal movement space requirement with configurations including Trekpin, Lift, Lift + Kar, and Lift + Trekpin. Sold from €39,000. Targets manufacturers seeking flexible internal transport for carts and pallets.
- Pallet Dispenser Goldline Heavy-duty automatic pallet dispenser for intensive use, automatically stacking and unstacking pallets. Supports up to 45 pallets high, operates on 380V power. Sold from €14,875. Compatible with pallet jack, cart, stacker, forklift, and AGV. Targets high pallet turnover environments including distribution centers and large manufacturing operations.
- Pallet Dispenser Silverline Entry-level automatic pallet dispenser for standard applications, automatically stacking and unstacking pallets in both directions. Made from Sendzimir recessed steel, available in 10, 20, or 25 pallet configurations. Operates on 230V power. Sold from €8,495 (10 pallets). Lead time 4-6 weeks. Targets manufacturers needing reliable automated pallet handling with food-grade compatible construction.
- Pallet Dispenser Basic Line Mechanical pallet dispenser for stacking OR unstacking (one direction only) up to 30 pallets high. Operates without power connection, simplest entry point for efficient pallet handling. Sold from €5,250. Available for pallet jack, stacker, forklift, and AGV use. Targets SMBs taking a first step into automated pallet handling.
- Fleetmanager (Transport Management System) In-house developed Transport Management System for controlling and coordinating multiple AGVs as a fleet. Includes Order Management (feeds from TMA, ERP/WMS, or machines), Traffic Management (zone-based traffic control for intersections and obstacles), and Battery Management (automated charging with minimum threshold) modules. Targets enterprises operating multi-vehicle AGV fleets.
- Transport Management App (TMA)
Quantifiable outcome
- ROI achievable within 1 year when automating 6 or more logistics hours per day
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use KUMATECH B.V.
Customer profileNamed customers21 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
KUMATECH B.V. technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
Feature7 records
KUMATECH B.V. partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- SafanDarleycoreKUMATECH collaborated with SafanDarley to integrate its automation solutions into the new production line of Bravilor Bonamat with a SafanDarley robot bending machine. The partnership combines SafanDarley's robot bending technology with KUMATECH's AGV and Pallet Dispenser for fully automated pallet supply and removal, enabling 24/7 production.
- KOOI systems (part of Meijer Handling Solutions)coreKUMATECH partnered with KOOI systems to create a fully automated Pallet Transfer Hub for Nolet Family Distillery. Two Pallet Dispensers Silverline were integrated into the Hub for automated plastic-to-wooden pallet switching without interrupting the logistics process. The solution combines KOOI systems' transfer hub expertise with KUMATECH's dispenser technology.
- Valk WeldingminorValk Welding (laser robot supplier) and KUMATECH have worked together on multiple projects, including at Meijer Metal. Valk Welding supplies welding robots while KUMATECH provides AGVs for autonomous supply and removal of workpieces and welding jigs. The proven track record of cooperation strengthened Meijer Metal's confidence in the KUMATECH solution.
- Talen RoboticsminorTalen Robotics collaborated with KUMATECH on the implementation of the Pallet Jack V2.0 at Talen Tools in Staphorst. Talen Robotics acts as a local implementation and integration partner.
- Vohamij Intern TransportcoreVohamij Heythuysen became an official KUMATECH dealer for the Limburg region. Founded in 1972, Vohamij is a leading forklift supplier in the region with 6 service vehicles, a large inventory, and a workshop. They provide sales, maintenance, rental, and leasing of KUMATECH AGVs and Pallet Dispensers.
- Logistiekconcurrent.nlminorLogistiekconcurrent.nl is a dealer for KUMATECH products in the Netherlands, located in Haps.
- VebrionminorVebrion is a dealer for KUMATECH products in the Netherlands, located in Barneveld.
- Talen RoboticsminorTalen Robotics is a dealer for KUMATECH products in the Netherlands.
- TECHNOTRON d.o.o.minorTECHNOTRON d.o.o. is an exclusive dealer for KUMATECH AGVs and Pallet Dispensers in Slovenia, located in Vrhnika.
- BARTELS-CONJAR d.o.o.minorBARTELS-CONJAR d.o.o. is an exclusive dealer for KUMATECH products in Croatia, located in Staro Petrovo Selo.
- CMAT IndustryminorCMAT Industry is a dealer for KUMATECH products in Romania, located in Cluj-Napoca.
- Prolift HandlingminorProlift Handling is a dealer for KUMATECH products in Ireland.
- VINCENT Sp. z o.o.minorVINCENT Sp. z o.o. is a dealer for KUMATECH products in Poland with three locations: Tarnowo Podgórne (Poznań), Dąbrowa Górnicza (Warsaw), and Gdańsk.
- VamvacasminorVamvacas is a dealer for KUMATECH products in Greece, located in Agios Ioannis Rentis, Athens.
- MetecominorMeteco is a dealer for KUMATECH products in Greece, located in Neochorouda.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
KUMATECH B.V. competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Agilox: Agilox manufactures AMRs (OMNI, ONE, BUTLER) for pallet transport and intralogistics in production and warehouse environments, with a strong European presence that overlaps directly with KUMATECH's target customer base.
- Locus Robotics: Locus Robotics provides autonomous mobile robots for warehouse fulfillment and material handling, competing with KUMATECH in the broader AMR/intralogistics market, though Locus focuses more on piece-picking than pallet AGVs.
- BALYO: BALYO designs and develops robotic material handling solutions (pallet jacks, tuggers, stackers) for warehouses and factories, similar in product profile and customer targeting to KUMATECH's AGV range.
- Geek+: Geek+ is a global AMR vendor with extensive material handling and warehouse automation offerings that compete with KUMATECH's AGV and pallet dispenser solutions, particularly in larger enterprise deployments.
- OTTO Motors (Rockwell Automation): OTTO Motors builds heavy-payload AMRs for material handling in industrial and manufacturing facilities, directly competing with KUMATECH's Tractor Tom and Pallet Jack product lines for internal pallet and cart transport use cases.
- Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR): MiR manufactures autonomous mobile robots for internal logistics in manufacturing and warehousing—the same core use case as KUMATECH's AGVs (pallet transport, material movement). Acquired by Teradyne, MiR competes head-to-head in European manufacturing accounts with comparable payload classes.
- Fetch Robotics (Zebra Technologies): Fetch Robotics (now part of Zebra Technologies) builds AMRs for manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution—directly comparable to KUMATECH's internal transport AGV portfolio and competitive on enterprise deals.
Broad incumbents
- Swisslog: Swisslog (KUKA Group) provides warehouse automation, AGVs, and integrated material handling systems for manufacturing and distribution—serving many of the same European enterprise customers as KUMATECH but with a much wider product and service portfolio.
- KUKA: KUKA is a global industrial automation and robotics incumbent whose mobile robotics and palletizing solutions overlap with KUMATECH's AGV and automated pallet handling offering in European manufacturing.
- Dematic: Dematic is a global intralogistics automation incumbent offering AGVs, conveyors, AS/RS, and software—overlapping with KUMATECH's AGV and Pallet Dispenser portfolio as part of a much broader solution set for large enterprise customers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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KUMATECH B.V. leadership team
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Profiles2 records
KUMATECH B.V. funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about KUMATECH B.V.
What does KUMATECH B.V. do?
KUMATECH designs, manufactures, and sells Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) — Pallet Jack, Forklift Joe, and Tractor Tom — alongside Pallet Dispensers in three tiers (Basic Line, Silverline, Goldline) and modular storage and handling tools. All products are built around a proprietary floor-structure navigation system that requires no inductive lines, magnets, or reflectors, enabling 2-3 day implementation. AGVs are managed via the in-house developed Transport Management App (TMA) and Fleetmanager (TMS), and integrate with ERP/WMS systems through the company's API.
Is KUMATECH B.V. a public or private company?
KUMATECH B.V. is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was KUMATECH B.V. founded?
KUMATECH B.V. was founded in 2018. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is KUMATECH B.V. based?
KUMATECH B.V. is headquartered in Bakel, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does KUMATECH B.V. make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. AGV Sales are the primary driver. The others are pallet Dispenser Sales, tools and Accessories, rental and Leasing and professional Services.
Who are KUMATECH B.V.'s main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Agilox, Locus Robotics, BALYO, Geek+, OTTO Motors (Rockwell Automation), Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR) and Fetch Robotics (Zebra Technologies). Broad incumbents are Swisslog, KUKA and Dematic.
Does KUMATECH B.V. have an API?
Yes. KUMATECH offers an API that enables direct integration of their AGVs with machines or ERP systems. Via the API, AGVs can be controlled to automatically transport items (e.g., half-finished products) between departments after a work order is completed. The API also supports integration with pallet dispensers for direct new pallet delivery. The TMA system can be fed with orders from external sources including ERP/WMS systems.
What industry is KUMATECH B.V. in?
KUMATECH B.V.'s product category is Automated Guided Vehicles. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHABAB, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) & Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), with a secondary code of IMAHAHAC, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) & Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). Its NAICS code is 333924 and its SIC code is 3537.