covadis

What covadis does

Covadis (legal name SAS COVADIS) is a French industrial equipment distributor founded in November 1987 and headquartered in Vendargues, near Montpellier. The company specializes in supplying machinery, consumables, and tools to the flat glass processing industry, serving two primary customer segments: professional glaziers (miroitiers) performing flat glass fabrication and installation, and industrial manufacturers of insulating glazing units (double and triple glazing). The product portfolio spans CNC machining centers (CMS), straight-line edgers (SCHIATTI, BATTELLINO), washing machines and insulating glass production lines (STEFIGLASS), non-destructive gas measurement spectrometers (Sparklike), EVA lamination ovens and films (PUJOL, EVALAM), quality control scanners (VIPROTRON), gas filling equipment (INAGAS), dosing pumps (GRACO), vacuum handling equipment (ELEPHANT), abrasive belt machines (KNOPP), diamond tools and scratch removal systems (ADI/GLASSRENU), plus a broad range of consumables including sealants, molecular sieves, polishing wheels, and abrasive belts.

The business model is multi-revenue-stream. Equipment and machinery sales are large-ticket one-time transactions priced on a quote basis with a 30% deposit requirement and EX WORKS Incoterms. Consumables (diamond tools, grinding wheels, polishing wheels, abrasive belts, replacement parts) generate recurring transactional revenue tied to installed equipment fleets. After-sales service and maintenance, including preventive and corrective support with original spare parts, plus machine installation and logistics, are bundled service revenue streams. Go-to-market is direct enterprise field sales organized by French geographic zones (Jérôme Garbaciak and Frédéric Dardier cover complementary department sets), with a dedicated export director (Vincent Ausset) handling international markets. Marketing relies on regular presence at major industry trade shows (BATIMAT, GLASSTEC, VITRUM), coverage in industry publications (Verre & Menuiserie Actualités, Verre & Protections Magazine), LinkedIn presence, and partnerships with vocational schools and WorldSkills France.

Covadis holds exclusive French distribution rights for 15+ international equipment manufacturers, a position built over 30+ years. The company operates from a single Vendargues headquarters (relocated in 2017, inaugurated 2018) and is privately held under SAS structure with no external investment or parent company. No revenue, headcount, or financial figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

covadis

Legal name

SAS COVADIS

Website

https://covadis.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Covadis is a French industrial equipment distributor founded in 1987 that supplies machinery, consumables, and tools to flat glass processors, glaziers, and insulating glazing manufacturers across France, holding exclusive distribution rights for 15+ major international brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Glass Processing Machinery and Equipment

NAICS

Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (3332)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569)

akta.pro primary industry

Capping, Sealing & Closing Machines (IMAHAOAG)

Keywords

• Flat glass processing equipment
• Insulating glass machinery
• Glass consumables tooling
• Double glazing production lines
• Glass lamination equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Vendargues

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment and Machinery Sales: Sale of industrial machines and equipment for flat glass processing, including CNC machining centers, cutting tables, edge grinding machines, washing machines, sandblasting equipment, and specialized glass handling equipment.
2. Consumables and Tools: Sale of consumable products including diamond tools, grinding wheels, polishing wheels, abrasive belts, hand tools, and replacement parts for glass processing machinery.
3. After-Sales Service and Maintenance: Preventive and corrective maintenance services including technical support for identifying machine failures, intervention quotes, and work with original spare parts.
4. Installation and Logistics: Delivery organization and machine installation services included with equipment purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Covadis distributes industrial machinery, equipment, and consumable supplies used by professional glaziers (miroitiers) and insulating/double glazing manufacturers across France. Its portfolio spans the complete flat glass transformation workflow, including cutting tables, CNC machining centers, edge grinders, washing machines, laminating ovens, gas-filling equipment, quality scanners, glass handling/lifting systems, as well as diamond tools, polishing wheels, abrasive belts, sealants, spacers, and EVA lamination films. The company also organizes delivery, performs on-site machine installation, and provides preventive/corrective after-sales maintenance with original spare parts.

Product overview

Covadis is a French distributor of equipment, machinery, and consumable products for the flat glass industry. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products organized into three main categories: (1) Insulating glass products including EDGETECH Super Spacer flexible silicone spacers, THERMIX warm-edge spacers, IGK sealants, DOW/DOWSIL silicones, ARKEMA molecular sieves, and BOSTIK adhesives; (2) EVA lamination solutions featuring PUJOL ovens (LAM-PRO, LAM-PRO DUO, HLH, HST), EVALAM films (N-FLUENT, VISUAL), and I-ON switchable opacity glass; and (3) Industrial machinery including Sparklike non-destructive gas measurement spectrometers, SCHIATTI edge processing equipment, STEFIGLASS washing machines and insulating glass lines, VIPROTRON quality scanners, CMS CNC machining centers, BATTELLINO sealing robots, GRACO dosing pumps, INAGAS gas filling equipment, CEFLA automatic coating lines, ELEPHANT vacuum lifting systems, KNOPP abrasive belt machines, STA centrifugal separators, IDROTECNICA water purification systems, STONE AND GLASS hot melt pumps, and MHG sandblasting machines. The product line also includes consumables and tooling from ADI (diamond tools, GLASSRENU scratch removal), ARTIFEX polishing wheels, RBM polishing wheels, NORTON abrasive belts, and various hand tools and portable power tools. Covadis serves glaziers and double glazing manufacturers throughout France with distribution partnerships with major international brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Industrial Machinery for Flat Glass Processing Capital equipment line covering CMS CNC machining centers and cutting tables, SCHIATTI straight-line edgers and bilateral machines, STEFIGLASS washing machines and complete insulating glass production lines, BATTELLINO straight-line edgers and automatic sealing robots, KNOPP abrasive belt machines, MHG automatic sandblasting machines, CEFLA PRIMA automatic spray painting lines, STONE AND GLASS hot melt pumps, IDROTECNICA water purification systems, and STA centrifugal separators — supplied to glaziers and insulating glass manufacturers with delivery and installation included.
• Insulating Glazing Components and Spacers Components used in the assembly of double and triple glazed insulating units, including PROFILGLASS aluminum spacers and decorative bar arrangements, EDGETECH Super Spacer flexible silicone foam warm-edge spacers, THERMIX warm-edge spacers, DOW/DOWSIL silicones for VI-VEC applications, IGK mercury-free polyurethane/polysulfide/butyl/TPS sealants, ARKEMA Siliporite molecular sieve, BOSTIK contact gel and hot melt adhesives, CONDAT lubricants, ASTORTEC cork pads and coils, SUN BELL integrated blinds, and miscellaneous consumables (cerium oxide, corundum, cutting table felt, etc.).
• EVA Lamination Systems (PUJOL) End-to-end EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate) lamination solution comprising PUJOL LAM-PRO and LAM-PRO DUO laminating ovens, horizontal HLH ovens, HST ovens, PUJOL 100 convection oven, the FAST-CURING EVA lamination line, EVALAM N-FLUENT and EVALAM VISUAL/Couleurs films, and I-ON switchable opacity glass for controllable privacy applications — targeted at laminated glass producers.
• Sparklike Non-Destructive Gas Measurement Distribution of Sparklike portable spectrometers (including NOVA) and fixed laser systems for measuring gas fill rates in sealed insulating glazing units without damaging the unit — distributed in France under an exclusive international partnership signed in February 2023.
• VIPROTRON Quality Control Scanners Distribution of VIPROTRON ECO Scanner and Jumbo Controller flat glass quality control scanners for defect detection during the cutting process — serving insulating glass manufacturers and large-scale processors.
• Gas Filling and Sealing Equipment INAGAS Interfill, Multifill-1, Multifill-2 and Smartfill gas filling equipment, TestOxy gas testers, PIB butyl sealant tape applicators, and GRACO ExactaBlend AGP dosing pumps for sealants and two-component adhesives — supplied for insulating glass production lines.
• Glass Handling and Lifting Systems ELEPHANT vacuum lifters (2-16 suction cups, 200-1200 kg capacity), jib cranes, glass handling clamps, and chain hoists for the manipulation and storage phase of flat glass processing.
• Consumables, Diamond Tools and Hand Tools Recurring-use consumables including ADI diamond grinding wheels, milling cutters and the GLASSRENU scratch removal system, ARTIFEX polishing and edging wheels for low-emissivity glass, RBM polishing wheels, NORTON R427/R445 abrasive belts, HORMA tool holders, E-COLL butyl anti-adherent, plus hand tools (vacuum cups, glass cutters, T-squares, L-squares) and portable power tools (drills, grinders).
• GLASSRENU Scratch Removal System Patented system for eliminating scratches and acid damage from all types of glass and restoring clarity without distortion. The supplier claims the system can repair 75-95% of scratched glass panels that would otherwise require replacement.
• After-Sales Maintenance and Technical Service Preventive and corrective maintenance service for installed machinery, including technical support for identifying failures, intervention quotations, and repairs using original spare parts — provided by Covadis's in-house technical service team (Responsable Technique SAV).
• Machine Delivery and Installation Delivery organization and on-site machine installation services bundled with equipment sales, included as part of Covadis's direct-sales offer to miroitiers and insulating glass manufacturers.

Quantifiable outcome

• CEKAL certified products for insulating glazing manufacturing
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sparklike®coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2023Exclusive international partnership (February 2023). Finnish company Sparklike® is the world specialist in non-destructive gas measurement for insulating glazing. Covadis distributes their portable spectrometers including the new NOVA portable spectrometer and fixed laser systems for production line integration.
• EDGETECH®coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of EDGETECH Super Spacer® flexible silicone foam spacers for insulating glazing. EDGETECH reinforced its presence in France with Covadis (July 2020).
• PUJOLcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of PUJOL EVA lamination ovens including LAM-PRO, LAM-PRO DUO, HLH horizontal, HST, and PUJOL 100 convection oven. Includes EVALAM films (N-FLUENT, VISUAL, Colors) and I-ON controlled opacity glass.
• GRACO®coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive French distributor for GRACO® dosing pumps for mastics and two-component adhesives for flat glass. Founded 1926, global leader in fluid application systems.
• GLASSALIAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing partnership with GLASSALIA, the glass industry media platform.
• WorldSkills FranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with WorldSkills France for the 2025 National Competition in Miroiterie (glazier) trade. Provided Knopp band machines and horizontal grinder for competition.
• SCHIATTIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of SCHIATTI straight-line machines, bilateral machines, drills, beveling machines, and edge grinding machines. Celebrating 50 years of innovation.
• STEFIGLASScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of STEFIGLASS washing machines, double glazing lines, and peripheral equipment for insulating glass production.
• VIPROTRONcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of VIPROTRON flat glass quality control scanners including ECO Scanner and Jumbo Controller for defect detection during cutting.
• CMS Glass TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of CMS CNC machining centers, cutting tables, and edge grinding machines. Includes AURA and PROXIMA edge grinding machines.
• BATTELLINOcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of BATTELLINO straight-line machines (FP4/FP5/FP7) and automatic coating robots for insulating glazing sealing.
• INAGAScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of INAGAS gas filling equipment (Interfill, Multifill-1, Multifill-2, Smartfill), gas testers (TestOxy), and PIB butyl sealant tape applicators.
• KNOPPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of KNOPP band sanding machines (GLASKANT, SILIKANT, DUPLOKANT), roller tables, and extensions. Since 1950 specializing in glass machining.
• ELEPHANTcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of ELEPHANT vacuum lifters (2-16 suction cups, 200-1200 kg capacity), glass handling clamps, cranes, and chain hoists.
• ADIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of ADI diamond grinding wheels, milling cutters, and GLASSRENU® scratch removal system. Italian company founded 1980, world leader in diamond tools.
• STAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of STA centrifugal separators and ClearTube micro-filters for glass machining liquid purification and recycling.
• CEFLAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution of CEFLA PRIMA automatic spray painting line for glass coating applications.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• LiSEC: Austrian-headquartered global leader in flat glass processing machinery, producing cutting, edging, insulating glass, and laminated glass lines. Comparable as a major industrial equipment incumbent serving the same flat glass processor customers that Covadis supplies, but operating at much larger scale and with broader global reach.
• Bystronic Glass: Swiss-listed global supplier of glass processing machinery for architectural and automotive glass. Comparable as a major industrial incumbent supplying high-end cutting, sorting, insulating glass, and laminated glass production equipment to the same flat glass processor end customers as Covadis.
• Bottero: Italian manufacturer of flat glass processing equipment including cutting tables, edging lines, laminating, and insulating glass machinery. Comparable as an established European industrial incumbent whose products overlap with several lines Covadis distributes (PUJOL lamination, SCHIATTI edging), serving the same French glazier and IG manufacturer customer base.
• Hegla: German manufacturer of flat glass processing machinery, including cutting, sorting, storage, and insulating glass line equipment. Comparable as an established German industrial supplier whose equipment competes directly with brands Covadis distributes (e.g., STEFIGLASS washing machines, SCHIATTI edgers) for the same French and European customer base.
• Intermac (Biesse Group): Italian glass, stone, and metal processing machinery brand within Biesse Group. Comparable as a broad industrial machinery incumbent producing CNC machining centers, cutting tables, and edging equipment that overlap with Covadis's distributed CMS and SCHIATTI lines, serving similar European flat glass processor customers.
• Horn Glass Industries: German engineering company specializing in glass melting, container glass, and flat glass production equipment. Comparable as an established European industrial supplier of glass production machinery, representing both an alternative source for French customers and a long-standing European competitor in the broader glass equipment ecosystem.
• Turomas: Spanish manufacturer of glass storage, cutting, and handling equipment. Comparable as a Southern European specialty industrial supplier whose glass handling and storage lines overlap with products Covadis distributes from KNOPP and ELEPHANT, serving the same flat glass processor customers across Europe.
• Glaston: Finnish-listed glass processing machinery group with operations across heat treatment, insulating glass, and equipment services. Comparable as a major industrial incumbent serving flat glass processors with capital equipment lines, representing both an alternative supplier to Covadis's customers and a potential structural threat if it expands direct sales in France.

Direct peers

• Bohle: German family-owned distributor and manufacturer of glass tools, accessories, consumables, and machinery serving glaziers and glass processors across Europe. Most directly comparable to Covadis in business model as a specialty glass industry multi-brand distributor with installation and after-sales services.
• Röhm: German manufacturer and distributor of clamping technology, glass working tools, and handling equipment for the flat glass industry. Comparable as another European specialty glass supplier serving similar glazier and IG manufacturer customer segments with a mix of proprietary and distributed products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/covadis-verre-plat

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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