Our companies

Technology-driven companies with strong market positions

Inlead Automation AB - Automation solutions for manufacturing industries

Dacke Industri consists of entrepreneurial and technology-driven companies with strong positions in selected industrial niches. Our companies focus on own products, customer-specific components and advanced systems, combining deep technical expertise with close customer relationships and strong application knowledge.

Together, they form an international industrial group with operations across Europe, North America and Asia. While each company operates independently, they benefit from being part of a larger group with shared experience, industrial expertise and opportunities for collaboration.

Division

Location

Air & Mechatronics

The Air & Mechatronics division develops advanced air technology and mechatronic solutions for demanding industrial applications. The offering includes pneumatic systems, valves, instrumentation, actuators and integrated motion control solutions. The companies serve customers across sectors such as automation, material handling, mining, medical technology, rail, infrastructure and process industries. With operations across Europe and customers worldwide, the division combines deep engineering expertise with strong application knowledge to deliver reliable, technically advanced products and solutions.

Air technology

Airon develops and manufactures pneumatic actuators, valves and complementary equipment for industrial applications. The company offers modular products tailored to specific customer requirements and serves a wide range of industrial sectors. Airon has a strong position within the amusement park industry, supplying customised pneumatic solutions for both mobile and stationary rides.

The company is based in Rovigo, Italy.

Tecair B.V.

The Netherlands

Tecair

Tecair develops and manufactures pneumatic components and systems for industrial applications. With more than 25 years of specialised expertise, the company designs, produces and tests pneumatic solutions tailored to specific customer requirements. Tecair serves customers across sectors including railway and transport, food processing and the chemical industry.

The company is based in Drachten, the Netherlands.

Pimatic Oy

Finland

Pimatic

Pimatic provides pneumatic systems, low-pressure hydraulic solutions and customer-specific systems for industrial applications. The company supports customers throughout the entire process, from analysis and design to complete system solutions and service. By working closely with leading manufacturers, Pimatic combines technical expertise with strong application knowledge to deliver solutions tailored to customer requirements.

The company is based in Finland and also includes Sovellusmestarit Oy and Moveroll Oy.

Sovellusmestarit Oy

Finland

Sovellusmestarit

Sovellusmestarit provides solutions in compressed air, instrumentation and flow technology for industrial applications. The company combines specialist expertise with close customer collaboration to deliver cost-effective solutions, service and technical support across a range of industrial sectors.

Sovellusmestarit is based in Porvoo, Finland, operates as an independent subsidiary of Pimatic Oy and also includes MoveRoll Oy.

Moveroll Oy

Finland

Moveroll

MoveRoll develops and manufactures solutions for roll handling applications in industrial environments. The company’s products are integrated into roll handling systems and contribute to improved safety, energy efficiency and reliability. Its offering includes conveyors, receivers, braking systems and other solutions designed to support efficient material handling.

MoveRoll is based in Finland and operates as a subsidiary of Sovellusmestarit Oy.

Midland Flow Ltd

United Kingdom

Midland Flow Ltd

Midland Flow develops and manufactures solenoid valves, instrumentation solutions and control equipment for demanding industrial applications. The company provides solutions for pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, actuators and control panels and has extensive expertise in the design and manufacture of stainless steel control equipment.

Midland Flow is based in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.

M&M Instruments S.r.l.

Italy

M&M Instruments

M&M Instruments designs and manufactures solenoid and piston-actuated valves for industrial and commercial flow control applications. The company provides both standard products and bespoke OEM solutions for a wide range of end-use applications. M&M Instruments is recognised for quality and reliability in demanding environments and extreme temperatures.

The company is based in Bergamo, Italy.

Mechatronics

Swedrive AB

Sweden

Swedrive

Swedrive develops and manufactures solutions for rotary and linear motion, including worm gears, screw jacks and electromechanical actuators. The company provides customer-specific drive solutions for industrial applications with high demands on precision, performance and reliability. Its products are used in sectors ranging from medical technology and automation to marine applications and the pulp and paper industry.

The company is based in Lagan, Sweden.

Mecvel S.r.l.

Italy

MecVel

MecVel develops and manufactures electric linear actuators and mechanical screw jacks for industrial applications. Through technical expertise and product customisation, the company delivers solutions to a wide range of industrial sectors, including food processing, heavy industry, hydropower and pharmaceuticals.

MecVel is based in Bologna, Italy and also operates in India through MecVel Technologies Pvt Ltd.

PMC Attachment AB

Sweden

PMC Attachment

PMC Attachment develops and manufactures integrated fork positioners with sideshift for forklifts and material handling applications. The company supplies solutions to OEM manufacturers, dealers and end users and has more than 30 years of experience in the field. Its products are used in both warehouse trucks and counterbalance forklifts with capacities ranging from 1 to 25 tonnes.

The company is based in Sweden.

Stegia AB

Sweden

Stegia

Stegia develops and manufactures customised electric motors and electromechanical solutions for OEM customers across sectors including medical technology, HVAC, factory and process automation and automotive applications. With a focus on compact applications, the company combines technical expertise with solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.

Stegia is based in Västerås, Sweden, and also operates a production facility in Shanghai, China.

Electromen Oy

Finland

Electromen

Electromen develops and manufactures intelligent electronic control solutions for industrial automation and motion control applications. The company provides customised electronics and motor control systems to industrial customers, automation companies and machinery manufacturers. Electromen has a strong international presence, with most of its sales generated across Europe.

The company is based in Turku, Finland.

Power & Motion

The Power & Motion division provides hydraulic systems, motion technology solutions, customised components and engineered products for industrial and mobile applications. The companies serve customers in sectors including material handling, construction, mining, marine and manufacturing industries. Operating across Europe, Asia and North America, the division combines strong application expertise with own products and customer-specific solutions that enhance performance, efficiency and reliability.

Fluid power

PMC Hydraulics Group

Sweden

PMC Hydraulics

PMC Hydraulics provides customised hydraulic systems, components and fluid power solutions for industrial, mobile, energy and marine applications. The company combines technical expertise with strong local presence to deliver solutions tailored to customer requirements.

PMC Hydraulics is based in Sweden and operates across the Nordic region, Poland, India and China.

Hydroquip Hydraulics Pvt Ltd

India

Hydroquip Hydraulics

Hydroquip Hydraulics provides hydraulic components, customised manifolds and testing equipment for industrial applications. The company combines extensive hydraulic expertise with capabilities in design, manufacturing and system development.

Hydroquip is based in Bangalore, India, and operates as an independent subsidiary of PMC Hydraulics.

Arcos Hydraulik AB

Sweden

Arcos

Arcos develops, manufactures and services hydraulic systems and hydraulic cylinders for industrial applications. The company specialises in customer-specific solutions for demanding environments across sectors including hydropower, steel production, pulp and paper, cranes and mining.

Arcos is based in Sweden and also operates in Finland and the United States through its subsidiaries.

PMC Cylinders AB

Sweden

PMC Cylinders

PMC Cylinders develops and manufactures hydraulic cylinders for mobile applications. With more than 60 years of experience, the company provides customer-specific solutions for OEM customers with demanding requirements for performance, precision and reliability. Its products are used across a wide range of applications where operational reliability and technical expertise are critical.

The company is based in Vaggeryd, Sweden.

Hydronit S.r.l.

Italy

Hydronit

Hydronit develops and manufactures modular hydraulic power units for mobile, industrial and marine applications. The company also offers Smart Power Units featuring integrated control systems, sensors and IoT capabilities. By supporting customers throughout the entire development process, from design to production, Hydronit delivers customised hydraulic solutions for demanding applications.

The company is based in Varedo, Italy.

Motion technology

BTL-UK Ltd

United Kingdom

BTL-UK

BTL-UK develops and supplies ball bearings, roller bearings, mechanical power transmission products and motion transfer linkages for industrial applications. The company serves OEM customers and the aftermarket across sectors including agriculture, construction, automotive, medical technology and industrial manufacturing.

BTL-UK is based in Ashford, United Kingdom, and also includes BTL Precision-UK Ltd.

Tufcot Engineering Ltd

United Kingdom

Tufcot

Tufcot develops and manufactures composite materials and engineered components for industrial applications. The company supplies bearings, bushings, wear rings and other components used across industries including marine, automotive, railway and hydraulic applications. Through specialist expertise in composite materials, Tufcot provides solutions for demanding applications across a wide range of industrial sectors.

The company is based in the United Kingdom.

Measurement & Control

The Measurement & Control division develops products and systems for measurement, monitoring, automation and control. Its offering spans sensors, electronics, software and embedded control solutions for industrial and mobile applications. The companies serve customers across sectors such as construction materials, recycling, forestry, food, agriculture, mining and mobile machinery. With customers worldwide, the division combines hardware, software and application expertise to improve efficiency, process control, safety and productivity.

Measurement systems

Optronic AB

Sweden

Optronic

Optronic develops and manufactures products based on optical measurement technology for industrial applications. The company supports customers throughout the entire product lifecycle, from development and design to industrialisation and serial production. With specialist expertise in optical measurement technology, Optronic helps customers across a range of industries develop and manufacture advanced products.

The company is based in Skellefteå, Sweden.

LIMAB AB

Sweden

Limab

LIMAB develops and manufactures laser-based sensors and measurement systems for non-contact measurement of dimensions and defects. The company’s solutions are used within industries such as steel, wood processing, building materials and road profiling to support process control and quality assurance.

LIMAB is based in Gothenburg, Sweden, and also operates in Germany and the United States through LIMAB GmbH and LIMAB North America Inc.

Dynalyse AB

Sweden

Limab

Dynalyse develops and manufactures measurement systems for quality assurance in process industries. The company provides solutions for measuring properties such as density, moisture content, strength, stiffness and surface characteristics in high-speed production processes. Through its proprietary systems for timber grading, moisture measurement and quality control, Dynalyse supports customers across the wood industry and other process sectors.

The company is based in Sweden and forms part of LIMAB AB.

Flintab AB

Sweden

Flintab

Flintab provides scales, registration systems and advanced weighing solutions for industrial applications. The company supports customers across sectors including construction, logistics and transport, energy, environmental services and recycling, and industrial production through solutions covering analysis, installation and service.

Flintab is based in Jönköping, Sweden, operates in Finland and Norway through Flintab Oy and Flintab AS, and also includes Omnigon AB.

Omnigon AB

Sweden

Omnigon

Omnigon develops digital system solutions for modern waste management, collection and other critical community services. The company’s offering includes access control systems for recycling stations, logistics and transport planning as well as planning and follow-up solutions for chimney sweeping services.

Omnigon is based in Sweden and is a subsidiary of Flintab AB.

Control systems

Transtronic AB

Sweden

Transtronic

Transtronic develops, manufactures and installs electronic measurement and control systems for demanding environments. The company specialises in proprietary directional instruments and sensor systems for rock drilling applications, helping customers improve accuracy, efficiency and operational safety. Transtronic provides services ranging from development and manufacturing to installation, maintenance and support.

The company is based in Köping, Sweden.

Exertus Oy

Finland

Exertus

Exertus develops CAN-based control systems for mobile machinery applications. The company provides hardware, software, application development and related services to customers across a wide range of machine and vehicle applications. Through in-house developed products and software, Exertus delivers customised solutions that combine reliability, quality and cost efficiency.

The company is based in Seinäjoki, Finland.

Völkel Mikroelektronik GmbH

Germany

Voelkel

Völkel Mikroelektronik develops digital control systems, sensors and monitoring solutions for mobile machinery in the construction, agriculture, forestry and infrastructure sectors. The company also provides systems for compaction control and digital road construction. Through close customer collaboration, Völkel develops solutions that help machine manufacturers improve performance, usability and efficiency.

The company is based in Münster, Germany.

Blink S.r.l.

Italy

Blink

Blink develops and manufactures CAN-based keypads, joysticks and control systems for mobile applications. The company’s solutions are used within sectors including on- and off-highway vehicles, agriculture, marine applications and motorsport. Through customer-specific solutions and in-house product development, Blink helps customers create user interfaces and control systems tailored to their requirements.

The company is based in Milan, Italy, and also operates sales offices in the United States and Australia.

Precision & Protection

The Precision & Protection division develops precision mechanical systems, protection solutions and safety-critical products for demanding industrial environments. The offering includes both proprietary products and customer-specific solutions, supported by a growing aftermarket business. The companies serve customers within railway, infrastructure, industrial manufacturing and mobile equipment. With an international footprint spanning Europe, North America, South America and Asia, the division combines specialised technical expertise with long-term customer relationships and strong positions in selected niche applications.

Precision technology

Polarteknik Oy

Finland

Polarteknik

Polarteknik develops and supplies pneumatic, door and interior solutions for railway vehicles. The company provides complete system solutions throughout the entire process, from analysis and development to installation and service. With specialist expertise in railway applications, Polarteknik helps customers improve comfort, safety and reliability in modern railway vehicles.

The company is based in Finland and also operates in the United Kingdom through TDS – Train Door Solutions.

TDS - Train Door Solutions LCC

United Kingdom

Polarteknik

TDS develops, supplies and maintains automatic and fire door systems for railway vehicles. The company provides technical solutions for both new build and aftermarket applications and has specialist expertise in the design, installation and maintenance of train door systems.

TDS is based in the United Kingdom and forms part of Polarteknik Oy.

UVA LIDKÖPING

Sweden

UVA LIDKÖPING

UVA LIDKÖPING develops, manufactures and installs grinding machines for high-precision grinding applications. The company provides solutions for internal, external, face, centreless and combination grinding together with a comprehensive aftermarket offering including service, productivity-enhancing upgrades and rebuilds.

UVA LIDKÖPING is based in Lidköping, Sweden, and operates in Germany, the United States and China. The company also includes the subsidiary CNC North AB.

CNC North Inc

United States

CNC North

CNC North develops, manufactures and modernises grinding machines for high-precision applications. The company provides rebuilds, upgrades and service for Bryant grinding machines as well as customised solutions for the aerospace, defence and bearing industries.

CNC North is based in New Hampshire, United States, and is a subsidiary of UVA LIDKÖPING AB.

Divardy Bakery Services B.V.

The Netherlands

Divardy

Divardy develops customised conveyor systems and engineered solutions for the industrial bakery industry. The company’s offering includes both proprietary products, aftermarket services and spare parts for a large installed base of equipment serving customers worldwide.

Divardy is based in Nieuwegein, the Netherlands.

Inlead Automation AB

Sweden

Inlead Automation

Inlead Automation develops and delivers standardised and modular automation solutions for CNC machine tending and other applications within the manufacturing industry. In addition to its automation solutions, the company provides aftermarket services, spare parts, service agreements and training to a growing installed customer base.

The company is based in Anderstorp, Sweden

Protection

Fogmaker International AB

Sweden

Fogmaker

Fogmaker develops and supplies automatic fire protection systems for vehicles, mobile machinery and other demanding applications. The company’s high-pressure water mist technology helps detect and contain fires at an early stage while preventing reignition. Its solutions are used across sectors including buses, mining, material handling, forestry, agriculture and construction equipment.

Fogmaker is based in Växjö, Sweden, and operates in Brazil, Thailand and the United States alongside a global network of certified partners.

G-TEK AB

Sweden

G-TEK

G‑TEK develops and supplies engine and Powerpack solutions for OEM manufacturers of mobile vehicles. The company provides customer-specific installations and technical solutions for applications within industries including mining, material handling, forestry, defence and railways.

G‑TEK is based in Järfälla, Sweden, with operations in Motala, Sweden, Evergem, Belgium and India.