Renson
Renson is a 115+ year-old Belgian family-owned manufacturer of aluminum-based ventilation, solar shading, pergola, and façade cladding systems, selling through 1,800+ distributors across 25+ countries to homeowners, installers, architects, and select commercial customers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1909
- HeadquartersWaregem, Belgium
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Renson does
Renson is a Belgian family-owned manufacturer founded in 1909, headquartered in Waregem, Belgium, that designs and produces ventilation, solar shading, pergola, wall cladding and carport systems for residential and select commercial buildings. The product portfolio spans four pillars: mechanical and demand-driven ventilation (Healthbox 3.0 with multi-room sensor-based airflow control, window vents, night cooling, extraction fans), outdoor solar shading (Fixscreen windproof zip-screens up to 130 km/h, the solar-powered Fixscreen Solar variant, and brise-soleil structural shading), outdoor living structures (Camargue louvered pergolas, freestanding/lean-to/fixed pergola variants and aluminum carports, including the Corradi-acquired pavilion line), and aluminum façade cladding (Linius horizontal and Linarte vertical, the latter with new Wood Design finishes). Underlying the portfolio are proprietary technologies including the Fixscreen zip-screen system, Connect&Go screwless installation, Smooth rail technology, Solmate automatic screen control, and Acoudec acoustic dampening.
Renson operates a B2B2C go-to-market: products are sold via a global network of more than 1,800 official distributors and 230 Premium Ambassadors across 25+ countries (with regional offices in Waregem, Carrollton TX, New York, and Osborne Park Australia), supplemented by company-owned showrooms, an online dealer locator, and architect/professional resources. Pricing is custom and quote-based, factoring in product type, dimensions, materials, controls and installation. The group is consolidating the healthy-building category through acquisitions, including Italian outdoor-living brand Corradi and smart-building automation specialist OpenMotics (which powers the My-Lio platform and integrates with Somfy Tahoma). The company is privately held with no disclosed external investors.
Renson firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Renson
- Legal name
- Renson Ventilation NV
- Website
- https://renson.be
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1909
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- Renson is a 115+ year-old Belgian family-owned manufacturer of aluminum-based ventilation, solar shading, pergola, and façade cladding systems, selling through 1,800+ distributors across 25+ countries to homeowners, installers, architects, and select commercial customers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Renson industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Building Ventilation and Outdoor Living Products
- NAICS
- Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334), Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)
- SIC
- Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564), Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Electric Housewares & Fans (3634)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment (IMAHAKAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Window Treatments & Shading Systems (Blinds, Shades, Awnings) (IMADAIAN), Air Handling Units (AHUs) & Rooftop Units (RTUs) (IMADANAA)
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Where Renson is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Waregem
- HQ country
- Belgium
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
Renson business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales: Renson generates revenue through the sale of ventilation systems, solar shading products, pergolas, aluminum wall cladding, and carports. Products are sold through a global network of 1,800+ distributors who purchase from Renson and resell to end customers. The company operates on a B2B2C model with Premium Ambassadors providing installation services.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom quotation based on product type, dimensions, materials, and installation requirements |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
Renson product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Renson designs and manufactures healthy indoor and outdoor living solutions for buildings, including mechanical ventilation systems (demand-driven and decentralized), outdoor windproof solar shading screens, louvered and fixed-roof pergolas, aluminum façade cladding, and carports. The company uses aluminum as its primary material and integrates smart building automation via the My-Lio platform. Products are sold through a global network of over 1,800 distributors and 230 Premium Ambassadors who provide custom quotation, installation, and after-sales service.
Product overview
Renson offers a comprehensive portfolio of healthy indoor/outdoor living solutions organized around four core pillars: ventilation systems (Healthbox 3.0, window vents, louvres, extraction fans, night cooling, CO2 monitors), solar shading (Fixscreen outdoor blinds including solar-powered variants, brise soleil, Loggia panels), outdoor living (Camargue and other pergola models, carports), and facade/building envelope products (Linius horizontal cladding, Linarte vertical cladding including Wood Design variants). Products are supported by building automation through the Smart Living platform and My-Lio mobile/web applications. The company uses aluminum as its primary material, emphasizing sustainability through recyclability and durability. Over 1,800 distributors globally provide sales and installation services.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Corradi: Outdoor living products including pavilions, acquired brand retained under Renson Group
- OpenMotics
- My-Lio
Products and services
- Healthbox 3.0 Centralized demand-driven exhaust ventilation system that automatically adjusts airflow based on real-time sensor measurements (moisture, CO2, VOC) and connects up to 11 rooms to a single unit. Targeted at residential and small commercial buildings needing healthy indoor air quality.
- Fixscreen Outdoor Blinds Windproof outdoor sun protection fabric screens with patented zip technology that keeps fabric taut up to 130 km/h wind speeds. Available in surface-mounted, recessed, and corner window configurations for residential and commercial buildings.
- Fixscreen Solar Solar-powered outdoor blind with integrated solar cell on the head box for wireless operation. No electrical wiring required, ideal for renovation projects.
- Linarte Vertical Wall Cladding Vertical aluminum façade cladding system with click-in profiles for integrating technical elements. Features Wood Design variants (Coriander Oak, Toffee Oak) mimicking natural wood grain while offering aluminum durability.
- Linius Horizontal Wall Cladding Horizontal aluminum wall cladding system providing stylish, durable façade solutions that can be customized to architectural requirements.
- Camargue Pergola Premium louvered pergola with adjustable roof blades for controlling sun, shade, and rain. Can be combined with integrated outdoor blinds for wind protection.
- Pergolas (Freestanding, Lean-to, Louvered Roof, Fixed Roof) Aluminum canopy covers for outdoor living, available in multiple configurations including freestanding, lean-to, louvered roof, and fixed roof options.
- Brise Soleil Shading Structural sun protection with aluminum blades for permanent or adjustable shading of building facades.
- Window Vents Self-regulating ventilation grilles that supply fresh air while withstanding wind loads at height and dampening outside noise.
- Ventilation Louvres Industrial and DIY ventilation louvers for doors, walls, and cooker hoods with acoustic dampening capabilities.
- Extraction Fans (Waves) Decentralized ventilation units like Waves for specific room extraction without central ductwork requirements.
- Night Cooling System Natural cooling system using window grids to draw cool night air into buildings, reducing indoor temperatures by up to 5 degrees.
- Air-to-Water Heat Pumps Air-to-water heat pump systems for residential heating and hot water production.
- Carport Aluminum carports providing vehicle protection that integrates aesthetically with residential architecture.
- Loggia Sliding Panels Sliding panel systems for additional sun protection and weather shielding.
- Panovista Max Corner Window Screen Corner window screen system providing unobstructed views with synchronized screen movement and no center post.
- CO2 Monitor Sensor devices for monitoring carbon dioxide levels to assess indoor air quality.
- Smart Living / Building Automation Platform Building automation platform integrating Renson devices for smart home control via mobile and web applications.
- My-Lio App Platform Mobile and web application platform for Renson device control, sensor data reporting, and personalized comfort advisory services.
Quantifiable outcome
- Indoor temperature can be reduced by up to 5 degrees through night cooling
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Renson
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Renson technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
AI capability1 record
Feature7 records
Renson partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Renson competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Warema: German manufacturer of external solar shading (screens, awnings, pergolas) and smart controls for residential and commercial buildings. Closely comparable to Renson's Fixscreen and Camargue product lines and specification-led European dealer model.
- Griesser: Swiss specialist in external venetian blinds, roller shutters, awnings, and pergolas. Competes head-to-head with Renson in premium European sun protection for both residential and commercial projects.
- Weinor: German manufacturer of awnings, pergolas, and glass canopies for outdoor living spaces. Directly comparable to Renson's Camargue and Corradi outdoor-living portfolio in the premium European residential segment.
- Markilux: Premium German awning and pergola maker with strong design-led positioning. Overlaps with Renson's outdoor-living and Fixscreen product lines, particularly in DACH-region residential and hospitality projects.
- Zehnder Group: Swiss-listed indoor climate specialist focused on residential and commercial ventilation, heat recovery, and radiant heating/cooling. Closely comparable to Renson's Healthbox 3.0 and demand-controlled ventilation franchise.
- Brustor: Belgian manufacturer of louvered-roof pergolas, verandas, and outdoor living systems with a strong Benelux dealer network. Direct geographic and product overlap with Renson Camargue and Corradi lines.
Broad incumbents
- Somfy: Global leader in motors and smart controls for shading, awnings, pergolas, and rolling shutters. Renson already integrates Somfy Tahoma and competes with Somfy-powered shading systems in the same project specifications.
- Hunter Douglas: Global leader in window coverings (interior blinds, shades, architectural shutters) with growing presence in exterior shading. Overlaps with Renson's Fixscreen and Linarte/Linius wall cladding in commercial and high-end residential segments.
- Systemair: Swedish-listed HVAC manufacturer with broad ventilation, air handling, and indoor climate product range. Competes with Renson's ventilation portfolio, particularly in commercial and multi-unit residential projects.
- Aldes: French indoor air quality specialist offering residential and commercial ventilation, air purification, and ducting. Direct product overlap with Renson ventilation lines across French and broader European markets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Renson social profiles
Digital presenceRenson compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance5 records
Renson financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Renson leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Renson subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries12 records
Renson funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Renson M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Renson
What does Renson do?
Renson designs and manufactures healthy indoor and outdoor living solutions for buildings, including mechanical ventilation systems (demand-driven and decentralized), outdoor windproof solar shading screens, louvered and fixed-roof pergolas, aluminum façade cladding, and carports. The company uses aluminum as its primary material and integrates smart building automation via the My-Lio platform. Products are sold through a global network of over 1,800 distributors and 230 Premium Ambassadors who provide custom quotation, installation, and after-sales service.
Is Renson a public or private company?
Renson is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Renson founded?
Renson was founded in 1909.
Where is Renson based?
Renson is headquartered in Waregem, Belgium, in the Europe region.
How does Renson make money?
One revenue line is on record: product Sales.
Who are Renson's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Warema, Griesser, Weinor, Markilux, Zehnder Group and Brustor. Broad incumbents are Somfy, Hunter Douglas, Systemair and Aldes.
Does Renson have an API?
No public API is recorded for Renson.
What industry is Renson in?
Renson's product category is Building Ventilation and Outdoor Living Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAKAG, Ventilation, Ducting & Air Distribution Equipment, with a secondary code of IMADAIAN, Window Treatments & Shading Systems (Blinds, Shades, Awnings). Its NAICS code is 3334 and its SIC code is 3564.