RørosHetta
RørosHetta is a Norwegian manufacturer of premium kitchen hoods and ventilators, including its proprietary sensor-driven Sense platform, serving residential homeowners, kitchen designers, and construction projects across Norway and (post-2026 Franke acquisition) globally via the Franke Approved Partner network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1946
- HeadquartersRøros, Norway
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What RørosHetta does
RørosHetta is a Norwegian manufacturer of premium kitchen ventilation products, operating under the legal entity Røros Metall AS and headquartered at Stamphusveien 11 in Røros, Norway. The company originated in 1946 as a sheet metal business and pivoted to kitchen ventilation in 1981 with the launch of its first copper kitchen hood under the RørosHetta brand; it has produced kitchen hoods and ventilators at the Røros factory ever since. Following its January 2026 acquisition by Franke Group, RørosHetta operates as a Franke Approved Partner while retaining its Norwegian manufacturing identity.
The core product line centers on the proprietary "RørosHetta Sense" platform, which integrates sensor arrays that detect cooking fumes, air quality, humidity, and particulate levels and continuously adjust hood power without user intervention. Sense technology is delivered across multiple hood variants (Frame Sense, Trend, Luna Fritthengende, Groove, Mantica Sense, Slide Sense) and is paired with the Sense Integrert Komfyrvakt stove-safety device. A "Skreddersøm" (custom tailoring) service allows customers to specify materials (copper, brass, steel, Dekton, oak), finishes, and integration options (wall-hung, ceiling-integrated, upper-cabinet, freestanding island) through an online configurator. Additional product categories include bench ventilators (Easy and Easy Pro), ceiling-integrated and upper-cabinet ventilation, accessories (charcoal and grease filters, wine and cooling units), and project consulting.
The business model is hardware sales of standard and custom-configured ventilation products, plus custom manufacturing and project consulting services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market combines a direct-to-consumer channel (website configurator, factory-direct sales) with a channel-led motion through authorized Norwegian dealers, kitchen suppliers, and the Franke global Approved Partner network. The primary customer segment is residential homeowners seeking design-integrated ventilation; secondary segments include kitchen manufacturers/designers and construction/project customers specifying custom hoods for new builds and renovations. The firm employs between 11 and 50 people and reports revenue in NOK without public disclosure.
RørosHetta firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RørosHetta
- Legal name
- Røros Metall AS
- Website
- https://rorosmetall.no
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1946
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- RørosHetta is a Norwegian manufacturer of premium kitchen hoods and ventilators, including its proprietary sensor-driven Sense platform, serving residential homeowners, kitchen designers, and construction projects across Norway and (post-2026 Franke acquisition) globally via the Franke Approved Partner network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
RørosHetta industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Kitchen Ventilation Equipment
- 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), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)
- SIC
- Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Electric Housewares & Fans (3634), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Commercial Kitchen Ventilation (Hoods/Make-Up Air/Grease Duct) (IMADANAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG), HVAC Controls & Optimization (Smart Thermostats, VAV, Chillers/Boilers Controls) (BPABAGAB), HVAC Parts & Supplies Retail (Thermostats, Filters, Ducting) (CRAIADAI)
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Where RørosHetta is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Røros
- HQ country
- Norway
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
RørosHetta business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Kitchen Hood Sales: Sale of manufactured kitchen ventilation products including wall-mounted, ceiling-integrated, and cabinet-integrated hoods. Products are available in standard configurations and custom-made versions.
- Bench Ventilator Sales: Sale of bench-mounted ventilators including Easy and Easy Pro models with various glass finish options.
- Accessories and Filters: Sale of complementary products including grease filters, carbon filters, wine and cooling units, and spare parts.
- Custom Manufacturing Services: Bespoke kitchen hood manufacturing and project consulting services for specialized installations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard product line with various configurations |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels4 records
RørosHetta product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RørosHetta manufactures and sells kitchen hoods and ventilation systems factory-direct from its Røros, Norway facility, with a portfolio spanning smart sensor-based hoods (Sense platform), bench-mounted ventilators, ceiling-integrated and upper-cabinet ventilation solutions, stove guards, filters, and wine/cooling appliances. The company also offers bespoke custom manufacturing (Skreddersøm) and project consulting services tailored to specific kitchen designs and materials.
Product overview
RørosHetta is a Norwegian manufacturer of kitchen hoods and ventilators, established in 1946 as Røros Metall and launching the RørosHetta brand in 1981. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio centered on the Sense smart ventilation platform, which integrates automatic sensors for cooking fumes, air quality, humidity, and particle detection. Core products include Sense Kjøkkenhette (kitchen hoods with smart technology) and Benkeventilator (bench ventilators). The Sense platform powers multiple product variants including Frame Sense, Trend, Luna Fritthengende, Groove, Mantica Sense, and Slide Sense. Additional product categories include ceiling-integrated ventilation (Takintegrert), upper cabinet ventilators, stove guards (Komfyrvakt), and accessories such as charcoal and grease filters. The company also offers custom tailoring (Skreddersøm) services for personalized kitchen hood designs.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- RørosHetta Sense: Smart sensor technology integrated into kitchen hoods that automatically detects cooking fumes, air quality, humidity, and particle levels to adjust ventilation performance.
Products and services
- Sense Kitchen Hoods (Sense Kjøkkenhette) Wall-hung, ceiling-mounted, and freestanding kitchen hoods equipped with the proprietary RørosHetta Sense smart sensor technology that automatically detects cooking fumes, air quality, humidity, and particle levels and continuously adjusts ventilation power. Available in multiple variants (Frame Sense, Trend, Luna Fritthengende, Groove, Mantica Sense, Slide Sense) with materials including copper, brushed brass, oak, Dekton, and custom finishes. Targeted at residential homeowners and bespoke kitchen projects.
- Bench Ventilators (Benkeventilator) Bench-mounted ventilators including the Easy and Easy Pro models with matte or glossy glass finishes, designed for downdraft extraction integrated into kitchen worktops. Targeted at residential kitchens and custom kitchen projects.
- Ceiling-Integrated Ventilation (Takintegrert) Concealed ceiling-integrated kitchen ventilation solutions for minimalist kitchen designs. Targeted at residential and project installations where the hood is hidden in the ceiling.
- Upper Cabinet Ventilators (Ventilator i overskap) Ventilators integrated into upper kitchen cabinets for concealed ventilation in traditional kitchen layouts. Targeted at residential and project installations.
- Stove Guard (Komfyrvakt) Integrated kitchen fire safety device that monitors cooking conditions and automatically adjusts or activates safety features to prevent kitchen fires. Includes the Sense Integrert Komfyrvakt variant integrated with Sense hoods. Targeted at residential kitchens.
- Charcoal Filters (Kullfilter) Charcoal filters used for recirculation mode in kitchen hoods where external venting is not available. Targeted at residential and project installations.
- Grease Filters (Fettfilter) Grease filters for capturing cooking grease in kitchen hoods, sold as spare parts and replacements. Targeted at residential and project installations.
- Wine and Cooling Appliances (Vin og kjøl) Wine storage and cooling appliances designed for kitchen integration alongside RørosHetta ventilation products. Targeted at residential kitchens and integrated kitchen projects.
- Custom Tailoring Service (Skreddersøm) Bespoke kitchen hood design and manufacturing service allowing customers to specify materials (copper, brass, steel, Dekton, natural wood), finishes, colors, sizes, and integration options, including custom projects such as the Orion hood. Targeted at homeowners, kitchen designers, and project/construction clients with specific aesthetic or dimensional requirements.
- Project & Consulting Services (Prosjekt & rådgivning) Professional project consulting and sizing services for large-scale ventilation projects, architectural firms, and construction clients requiring specialized kitchen ventilation specifications and technical consultation during project planning.
Companies that use RørosHetta
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
RørosHetta technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
RørosHetta partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators2 records
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights5 records
RørosHetta competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Franke Group: Parent company of RørosHetta and a global provider of kitchen systems including hoods, sinks, and water systems. Relevant as the strategic owner shaping RørosHetta's distribution and competitive context.
- Bosch (BSH Home Appliances): Global major appliance manufacturer with a comprehensive kitchen hood line including smart models. Competes with RørosHetta in the integrated kitchen ventilation category but at mass-market scale across all price tiers.
- Electrolux: Global major appliance manufacturer offering kitchen hoods across mass and premium tiers. Comparable as a broad competitor in the kitchen ventilation category, though at substantially larger scale than RørosHetta.
- Miele: Global premium kitchen appliance manufacturer offering range hoods as part of a full built-in kitchen portfolio. Comparable on premium positioning, dealer network, and integrated kitchen design, but operates at vastly larger scale.
- Smeg: Italian design-led appliance maker with a kitchen hood line. Comparable on premium design positioning and customization aesthetics but operates a much broader appliance portfolio.
Direct peers
- Elica: Italian global leader in kitchen hoods and ventilation, with strong design and technology positioning including its own proprietary hood platforms. Closest direct comparable to RørosHetta in product category, premium positioning, and international ambition.
- Best (Gutmann): German premium kitchen hood specialist (part of Gutmann group) producing integrated, ceiling, and wall hoods. Direct comparable on premium European kitchen ventilation design and engineering.
- Falmec: Italian premium kitchen hood manufacturer specializing in design-led, integrated, and ceiling-mounted ventilation. Highly comparable to RørosHetta on premium materials, customization, and smart-sensor-equipped product lines.
- Faber (Franke-owned): Italian kitchen hood brand now owned by Franke Group, the same parent as RørosHetta. Direct peer in category, with overlapping premium positioning and shared access to Franke's global distribution — both brands will compete inside the Franke portfolio.
Emerging players
- Bora: German/Austrian manufacturer known for innovative downdraft cooktop-extractor systems. Comparable as a premium, design-focused ventilation specialist with proprietary technology differentiation similar to RørosHetta Sense.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks2 records
Key highlights5 records
Customer concentration
RørosHetta social profiles
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Valuation estimate
RørosHetta leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
RørosHetta funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
RørosHetta M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about RørosHetta
What does RørosHetta do?
RørosHetta manufactures and sells kitchen hoods and ventilation systems factory-direct from its Røros, Norway facility, with a portfolio spanning smart sensor-based hoods (Sense platform), bench-mounted ventilators, ceiling-integrated and upper-cabinet ventilation solutions, stove guards, filters, and wine/cooling appliances. The company also offers bespoke custom manufacturing (Skreddersøm) and project consulting services tailored to specific kitchen designs and materials.
Is RørosHetta a public or private company?
RørosHetta is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was RørosHetta founded?
RørosHetta was founded in 1946. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is RørosHetta based?
RørosHetta is headquartered in Røros, Norway, in the Europe region.
How does RørosHetta make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Kitchen Hood Sales are the primary driver. The others are bench Ventilator Sales, accessories and Filters and custom Manufacturing Services.
Who are RørosHetta's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Franke Group, Bosch (BSH Home Appliances), Electrolux, Miele and Smeg. Direct peers are Elica, Best (Gutmann), Falmec and Faber (Franke-owned). Bora is listed as an emerging player.
Does RørosHetta have an API?
No public API is recorded for RørosHetta.
What industry is RørosHetta in?
RørosHetta's product category is Kitchen Ventilation Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADANAJ, Commercial Kitchen Ventilation (Hoods/Make-Up Air/Grease Duct), with a secondary code of IMAHAKAG, Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment. Its NAICS code is 333415 and its SIC code is 3585.