Virobuster International Gmbh

What Virobuster International Gmbh does

Virobuster International GmbH is a privately-held German company (HRB 18276, District Court Siegburg) headquartered in Königswinter that develops and supplies UV-C air disinfection systems and process-oriented ventilation solutions for controlled indoor air hygiene. Its core technology is the patented UVPE (UV-C Enhanced Performance) platform, delivered through standardized in-duct modules branded as Basictube, Steritube, and Steritube XL, which the company claims achieves up to 99.99% germ reduction in a single pass and up to 600 times the effectiveness of conventional UV-C systems. The portfolio also includes the STERIBASE 450 Plus mobile air purifier, Odourtube odor neutralization, and the newly launched BERAC.32 decentralized ventilation unit, supplemented by exclusive distribution of OC IMP Klima modular HVAC systems, Accutrol airflow control valves with Insight software, Orange Climate products, and ONICON flow and energy measurement systems.

Virobuster operates a consultative, sales-led go-to-market anchored by regional sales representatives covering D/A/CH and Benelux, beginning with a Factory Scan airflow analysis and progressing through consulting, planning, and implementation services. The company serves six primary verticals: food industry (Farm Frites, Unilever/Upfield, Bayernland, Aviko, Bakkerij Fuite, Bakkerij Soma), healthcare (Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep, Klinikum Dortmund), public buildings and commercial real estate (Brandbuilders, Verbandsgemeinde Asbach, Cine 5, Hallenbad Nürtingen), education, transport/logistics (Berdex, warehouse operators), and research/laboratories (Harvard University, University of St. Thomas, Thermo Fisher Scientific) — with named installations in 22 countries across Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Differentiation rests on TÜV/UL/Eurovent/ISO certifications, patented concepts such as Virtual Cleanroom and Factory in the Tube, and recurring maintenance revenue from long-life UV-C lamp replacement cycles (9,000-15,000 operating hours). Pricing is quote-based, contract-driven, and tied to facility-specific Factory Scan recommendations rather than a published price list.

Name

Virobuster International Gmbh

Legal name

VIROBUSTER® International GmbH

Website

https://virobuster.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Virobuster International GmbH is a privately-held German engineering firm that develops and distributes patented UV-C air disinfection modules and process-oriented ventilation systems, serving food industry, healthcare, public building, and research laboratory customers across 22 countries via direct consultative sales and exclusive HVAC partnership distribution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Air Disinfection Systems

NAICS

Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing (333413), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

UV Germicidal Light (UV-C) & HVAC Disinfection Systems (HSAOAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC Air Filtration & Air Purifier Installation (HSAOAIAC), Air Quality & Filtration Equipment (IAQ) (IMAHAKAI), Air Quality & Environmental Infection Control (HEPA Filtration, Isolation Barriers, CSSD/HVAC Solutions) (HLAHANAK)

Keywords

• UV-C air disinfection
• HVAC ventilation systems
• Air sterilization modules
• Cleanroom air hygiene
• Industrial air purification

Headquarters

HQ city

Königswinter

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Air Disinfection Products: Sale of proprietary UV-C air disinfection products including Steritubes, Basictubes, XL-Tubes, Steribase 450 Plus mobile units, and Odourtube odor neutralization systems. Products are certified, TÜV-tested, and scientifically validated.
2. Ventilation Systems and Components: Distribution and sale of modular HVAC systems, compact units, and components as exclusive distributor of OC IMP Klima. Includes decentralized ventilation units like BERAC.32 for classrooms and offices.
3. Professional Services: Comprehensive service offering including Factory Scan (airflow analysis), Consulting (hygiene expertise), Planning (customized concepts), and Implementation (system installation). Services are tailored to customer processes and facilities.
4. Accutrol Systems: Airflow control systems including AccuValve intelligent valves, VorTek vortex measuring systems, IsoTek room pressure monitors, and AVC fume hood controls. Combined with Insight software for monitoring.
5. ONICON Measurement Products: Flow and energy measurement products for commercial HVAC including insertion electromagnetic flow meters, inline meters, BTU systems, and clamp-on ultrasonic meters.
6. Maintenance Services: Maintenance contracts for UV-C modules with predictable service intervals. Steritube modules have approximately 9,000 operating hours (~1 year continuous), XL tubes up to 15,000 hours. Long lamp lifespan reduces material usage and maintenance costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Virobuster develops and supplies process-oriented UV-C air disinfection modules (Basictube, Steritube, Steritube XL, STERIBASE 450 Plus), modular and compact HVAC systems distributed from OC IMP Klima, intelligent airflow control products from Accutrol (AccuValve, Insight Software, VorTek, IsoTek, AVC), ONICON flow and energy measurement meters, and the BERAC.32 decentralized ventilation unit. The company delivers end-to-end services including Factory Scan analysis, consulting, planning, implementation, and maintenance.

Product overview

VIROBUSTER International GmbH offers a comprehensive portfolio of process-oriented ventilation and air disinfection solutions. The core offering centers on patented UV-C Steritube technology (Basictube, Steritube, Steritube XL) providing up to 600x more effectiveness than conventional UV-C systems with up to 99.99% germ reduction. These integrate with Modular and Compact HVAC Systems (OC IMP Klima products) through standardized adapters for new and existing installations. The portfolio includes the mobile STERIBASE 450 Plus air purifier, Odourtube for odor neutralization, and the BERAC.32 decentralized ventilation unit. As an exclusive distributor for Accutrol, they offer AccuValve airflow control valves with Insight Software, VorTek measurement systems, IsoTek room pressure monitors, and AVC fume hood controls. Through a European partnership, they distribute ONICON flow and energy measurement products (FT-3400, FT-3500, FT-3000, F-4300, System-1000). The company provides end-to-end services including Factory Scan analysis, consulting, planning, and implementation. Key concepts include Virtual Cleanroom (airflow-based hygiene zones) and Factory in the Tube (process protection along production lines). All solutions are TÜV-certified and scientifically validated.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Steritube: Patented UV-C air disinfection tubes, TÜV-certified and scientifically validated, achieving up to 99.99% germ reduction.
• Basictube
• Steribase 450 Plus
• Odourtube
• Virtual Cleanroom
• Factory in the Tube
• Accutrol
• BERAC.32
• CompAir
• AirCalc++

Products and services

• Basictube Standardized universal module for UV-C air disinfection. TÜV-certified and scientifically validated, working up to 600x more effectively than conventional UV-C systems, achieving up to 99.99% germ reduction in a single pass. Available in galvanized or stainless steel for installation in air ducts across HVAC systems.
• Steritube Advanced UV-C air disinfection module building on Basictube with powder-coated white finish, integrated fan control (1-10 volts), and sleek design. Achieves up to 99.99% germ reduction in single pass. TÜV-certified and scientifically validated for HVAC duct installation.
• Steritube XL High-capacity UV-C module designed for large HVAC systems and industrial applications with high air volume flows. Installation length of 1.5-3 meters; provides uniform UV-C irradiation for continuous germ-free air supply in industrial facilities.
• STERIBASE 450 Plus Mobile UV-C air purifier using patented UVPE technology. Demonstrated 99.99% inactivation of coronavirus (surrogate) in single pass. Closed UV-C system with no harmful UV escape. Versatile for offices, schools, and healthcare facilities with 2-5 year service intervals.
• BERAC.32 Decentralized Ventilation Unit Ceiling-integrated decentralized ventilation unit for classrooms, offices, and workspaces up to 32 people. Combines ventilation, heating, and cooling in one unit with CO2-controlled operation, 90%+ heat recovery, and VIROBUSTER UV-C virus removal (99.99%). Whisper-quiet operation below 35 dB(A).
• Odourtube UV-C based odor neutralization system for exhaust air streams. Uses ozone generation to break down organic odor compounds without chemicals. Reduces emissions, prevents grease buildup in exhaust ducts, and lowers fire risk as a sustainable alternative to activated carbon or biofilters.
• Modular HVAC Systems (OC IMP Klima) Central air handling units with modular design offering 43 standard sizes with airflow rates from 1,000 to 100,000 m³/h. Provides heating, cooling, filtering, humidification, dehumidification, heat recovery, and regeneration. Available in indoor, outdoor, pool, hygiene, and explosion-protected (ATEX) versions.
• CompAir Compact HVAC Units Compact air handling units designed for offices, restaurants, hotels, and retail spaces. Delivers high performance in minimal space with heating, cooling, filtering, and humidification. Features heat recovery up to 90%, Eurovent certification, and optional Siemens control integration.
• AccuValve Intelligent low-pressure airflow control valve for laboratories, cleanrooms, and medical facilities. Features fast response, maintenance-free vortex measuring system, BACnet MS/TP and analog interfaces. Achieves up to 50% energy savings compared to conventional Venturi valves or VAV boxes.
• Accutrol Insight Software Central software platform for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics of AccuValve solutions. Provides intelligent commissioning, real-time monitoring, fault diagnosis with alarm logging, and data export for audits. No license fees required.
• VorTek Vortex Measuring System Vortex measuring system for duct installation providing precise, maintenance-free airflow measurement independent of pressure. Standalone solution ideal for new construction and retrofits with free commissioning software.
• IsoTek Room Pressure Monitor

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 99.99% germ reduction (viruses, bacteria, fungi) in single pass
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• OC IMP KlimacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVIROBUSTER® is the exclusive distributor of OC IMP Klima modular HVAC systems, compact ventilation units, and components in Germany. OC IMP Klima products include modular climate units (43 standard sizes, 1,000-100,000 m³/h airflow), CompAir compact units, and specialized versions (indoor, outdoor, pool, hygiene, ATEX explosion-protected). All products are ISO 9001:2015 certified and Eurovent certified.
• AccutrolcoreTechnology or IntegrationLong-standing partnership combining VIROBUSTER® UV-C air disinfection with Accutrol's precise airflow control technology. Joint solutions include AccuValve intelligent low-pressure valves, VorTek vortex measuring systems, IsoTek room pressure monitors, and AVC fume hood controls. Successfully deployed in projects including Harvard University (800+ AccuValves), University of St. Thomas, and Thermo Fischer Scientific.
• Orange ClimatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor partnership for Orange Climate products in Germany. Orange Climate is part of the exclusive distribution network alongside Accutrol and OC IMP Klima products.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• UV Angel: US-based UV-C air and surface disinfection company focused on healthcare and commercial buildings. Competes in the same upper-room and in-duct UV-C air treatment category as VIROBUSTER, particularly in hospitals and offices.
• Phoenix Controls: Specialist in precision airflow control valves, room pressure monitors, and fume hood controls for labs and healthcare. Directly comparable to the Accutrol line VIROBUSTER distributes — same product category, same buyer (lab and cleanroom operators).
• AquiSense Technologies: Specialist in UV-C LED water and air disinfection systems with PearlAqua and Air product lines. Closely comparable on UV-C disinfection technology targeting indoor air quality in commercial and healthcare settings.
• Steril-Aire: Manufacturer of UV germicidal fixtures for in-duct HVAC applications. Directly comparable to VIROBUSTER's Steritube in-duct UV-C modules used to disinfect recirculated air in commercial and institutional HVAC systems.
• Signify (Philips UV-C): Global lighting leader with a dedicated UV-C disinfection business line for upper-air and in-duct air disinfection. Directly competes with VIROBUSTER's Steritube and Steribase UV-C modules across commercial and public-building deployments.
• R-Zero: Provider of UV-C indoor air disinfection devices (Arc) for schools, offices, and healthcare. Competes with VIROBUSTER's mobile Steribase line and broader infection-control offerings in the same enterprise buyer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC and building services major offering air handlers, chillers, and increasingly UV/filtration modules. Competes with VIROBUSTER/OC IMP Klima modular HVAC systems in commercial and industrial projects, but at much broader portfolio scale.
• Carrier Global: Diversified HVAC and refrigeration incumbent with a portfolio including air purifiers, UV-C options, and building controls. Overlaps with VIROBUSTER across commercial HVAC and emerging IAQ solutions but does not specialize in process-oriented UV-C.
• Daikin Applied: Major commercial HVAC manufacturer (refrigeration, air handling, controls) competing with VIROBUSTER's modular HVAC line for commercial and industrial customers, while increasingly bundling air-quality features into its portfolio.
• TSI Incorporated: Manufacturer of precision measurement instruments for airflow, IAQ, and lab environments. Adjacent overlap with VIROBUSTER's ONICON-distributed flow and energy measurement products and broader instrumentation offerings for HVAC and cleanrooms.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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