Press releases
Below you will find our press releases.
Satu Rautavalta appointed new Vice President of Business Area Air Technology at Dacke Industri
As Vice President for the Business Area Air Technology, Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Satu Rautavalta, effective 1st October 2024.
Rikard Lundqvist new CEO of Optronic
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rikard Lundqvist as the new CEO of Optronic, effective September 15th, 2024.
PMC Hydraulics Group invests further in India and acquires remaining shares in Hydroquip Hydraulics
PMC Hydraulics Group, with Dacke Industri as the Parent Company, is one of the leading Nordic providers of hydraulic systems and components for OEM customers across Europe and Asia. It has entered an agreement in July 2024 to acquire the remaining shares in Hydroquip Hydraulics in Bangalore, India.
Flintab acquires Omnigon and enhancing offerings with powerful solutions for the Swedish market
Flintab AB, with Dacke Industri as the parent company, has signed an agreement to acquire 79 % percent of the shares in Omnigon AB parent company. Flintab, a Nordic region’s leading supplier of the market’s most innovative and competitive registration system, is excited to announce the Omnigon acquisition in July 2024.
Dacke Industri expands European presence with acquisition of Airon Srl, and strengthens position in key market
Dacke Industri continues to grow in the European market with its acquisition of the Italian company Airon Srl. Airon Srl excels in designing and manufacturing high-quality pneumatic solutions for industrial automation. Renowned for its customer-centric total quality approach, the company has established itself as a leader in the sector.
Dacke Industri has the 3rd of July, 2024 completed the acquisition of 70 % of the shares in Airon Srl. The current management and owner will remain as owners with 30% of the shares.
Fogmaker International Expands Global Reach through Subsidiary in Brazil
Fogmaker International AB, one of the leading global suppliers of fire suppression systems for machines and vehicles, is excited to announce the launch of Fogmaker Brazil LTDA.
Pimatic Oy celebrates 50th anniversary
Pimatic Oy, a global leader in providing high-quality customized pneumatic solutions, is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary this year. Established in 1974 in Huittinen, Finland, Pimatic has emerged as a trusted name in the industry, with a strong presence worldwide.
Fogmaker International appoints Johan Bjerstedt as new Sales and Marketing
Fogmaker International AB, one of the leading global suppliers of fire suppression systems for engine compartments and enclosed spaces, is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Johan Bjerstedt as the new Sales and Marketing Manager, effective January 8th, 2024. This strategic move comes at a time of increased growth and success, making it an ideal opportunity to strengthen the organization further.
UVA LIDKÖPING acquired CNC North in the US Market and strengthen its global presence
UVA LIDKÖPING, with Dacke Industri as the Parent Company, are growing internationally, and on February 5th, 2024, they acquired 100% of the shares in CNC North in the US, an industry leader in mechanical rebuild solutions and enhancements for Bryant and other grinding equipment.
Dacke Industri expands its European footprint by acquiring Völkel Mikroelektronik GmbH and strengthening its presence in a key market
Dacke Industri acquired, on December 7th, 2023, 100% of Völkel Mikroelektronik GmbH shares. Völkel Mikroelektronik has been a renowned company at the forefront of technological advancements on machines in the construction, agriculture, and forestry sectors for almost 40 years.
Fogmaker International acquires the assets from Siveb Oy and expands its market presence in Finland
Fogmaker International AB, one of the leading global suppliers of fire suppression systems for engine compartments and enclosed spaces, is excited to announce the acquisition of the assets of Siveb Oy, through Fogmaker Finland Oy, on December 1st, 2023.
Exertus celebrates 20 years of Engineering Excellence
Exertus Oy, a Finnish high-tech company specializing in mobile machine control systems, is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary of providing top-quality solutions and customer satisfaction. Since its founding in 2003, Exertus has grown from a small startup to a respected player in the market. Today, the company, which has grown to the size of almost 50 experts, serves its customers all over the world.
PMC Attachment wins gold medal from EcoVadis on first evaluation
PMC Attachment has recently achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a gold medal for sustainability from EcoVadis.
Dacke Industri strengthens its position in Europe by acquiring MecVel Srl in Italy
Dacke Industri acquired, on October 3rd, 2023, the majority of MecVel Srl shares, a leading manufacturer and developer in the linear automation field of electric linear actuators and mechanical screw jacks.
PFAS-Free for the Future
Fogmaker International AB introduces Eco 1 – a new and 100% PFAS-free fire suppressant.
Swedrive celebrates 50 years
The 50th anniversary celebration marks Swedrive’s continued success and growth over the past five decades. Swedrive was founded in Lagan, Sweden in 1973 and has since kept its local touch even though the customers are spread worldwide.
Anders Freding new CEO of PMC Cylinders
Mr. Anders Freding appointed as the new CEO of PMC Cylinders, effective from August 9th, 2023.
Mikael Räsänen appointed CEO of Polarteknik Oy
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce that Mikael Räsänen has been appointed as the new CEO of Polarteknik Oy and is effective July 1st, 2023.
LIMAB GmbH is moving to the next step
LIMAB GmbH was established in Germany in 2013. The German subsidiary of LIMAB AB is now moving into the next era, and Sören Reuter has been appointed as the new Managing Director.
PFAS-Free for the Future
Fogmaker International AB introduces a new fire suppression fluid on the Swedish market.
Fredrik Göransson appointed new CEO of Transtronic
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Fredrik Göransson as the new CEO of Transtronic, effective June 1st, 2023.
Dacke Industri has signed an agreement on the sale of the Building Systems & Products division including the companies LLENTAB Group AB and LGL Construction AB
Dacke Industri has signed an agreement on the sale of the Building Systems & Products division with associated assets for the companies LLENTAB Group AB and LGL Construction AB.
Satu Rautavalta appointed new CEO of Pimatic Oy
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Satu Rautavalta as the new CEO of Pimatic Oy, effective April 1st, 2023. Mika Virtanen, VP of Air Technology and Electromechanics, Dacke Industri will take over the role as Chairman of the Board in Pimatic, effective April 1st, 2023, after Lars Fredin, Group CEO of Dacke Industri.
Bengt-Erik Karlberg appointed new CEO of Swedrive AB
Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bengt-Erik Karlberg as the new CEO of Swedrive AB, effective February 1st, 2023.
Lars Alrutz appointed new CEO of Fogmaker International AB
As CEO of Fogmaker International AB, Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Lars Alrutz, effective January 1st, 2023.
Dacke Industri to acquire Tecair B.V.
Dacke Industri is expanding internationally, through a new acquisition in the Netherlands, Tecair B.V. They design, manufacture, and supply pneumatic systems and components to customers in various industry sectors internationally.
Dacke Industri acquires 70 % of Fogmaker International AB and strengthens its presence within safety
Dacke Industri continues to grow with its acquisition of Fogmaker International AB, one of the leading global suppliers of fire suppression systems for engine compartments. This acquisition aligns with our ambition to grow and develop with companies focusing on their own products and customized components and systems.
Mikael Lundgren new VP for Fluid Power Technology at Dacke Industri
As Vice President for the division Fluid Power Technology, Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mikael Lundgren, effective 1st November 2022.
Mika Virtanen new VP for Air Technology and Electromechanics at Dacke Industri
As Vice President for the division Air Technology and Electromechanics, Dacke Industri is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mika Virtanen, effective 1st November 2022.
Dacke Industri to acquire Flintab AB
Dacke Industri has signed an agreement to acquire Flintab AB, a Nordic region’s leading supplier of the market’s most innovative and competitive weighing system.
Pimatic Oy acquires 100 % of the shares of Sovellusmestarit Oy
Pimatic, a subsidiary of Dacke Industri AB, has, by the 30th of December completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Sovellusmestarit Oy.
Lars Åleby new Cluster Director for Electronics at Dacke Industri AB
Our growth within Electronics has been strong and Dacke Industri has been searching for someone to manage the Electronics Cluster.
Dacke Industri AB acquires 100 % of the shares in LIMAB AB
Dacke Industri has, by the 8th of July, completed the acquisition of 100 % of the shares in LIMAB AB. The current management and owners will stay…
Dacke Industri AB acquires 71.5 % of the shares in Exertus Oy
Dacke Industri has, by the 23rd of June, completed the acquisition of 71.5 % of the shares in Exertus Oy.