EXHAUSTO
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EXHAUSTO - overview
Location
-, -, Denmark
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
About
EXHAUSTO is a Danish company specializing in innovative ventilation solutions for residential, commercial, and educational spaces, ensuring optimal indoor air quality through advanced systems. EXHAUSTO provides high-quality ventilation systems, focusing on the VEX1000 and VEX4000 product lines. The company is headquartered in Denmark and was acquired by ALDES Group on June 24, 2016, though financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. The CEO, Kate Holmes, leads the company as it continues to serve various markets.
EXHAUSTO specializes in high-quality ventilation solutions designed for residential, commercial, and educational environments. The company's core product line includes the VEX1000, a compact ventilation system aimed at providing efficient air circulation in homes and offices, as well as the modular VEX4000, which offers customizable configurations to meet specific project requirements. These systems are engineered to deliver optimal indoor air quality by removing pollutants and replacing stale air, thereby enhancing comfort and productivity for end users such as homeowners, educational institutions, and office spaces. EXHAUSTO operates in several geographical markets, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Germany, catering to a diverse customer base that values energy-efficient and sustainable ventilation solutions.
EXHAUSTO generated revenue of EUR 40,244,388. 30 in the most recent year, with an EBITDA of EUR 280,332. 90. The company earns its revenue primarily through the sales of its ventilation products, including the VEX1000 and VEX4000, which feature advanced automation systems.
EXHAUSTO typically follows a B2B model, selling directly to construction firms and contractors for installation in new builds or renovations. Additionally, they offer technical support and consultancy services to enhance customer loyalty. EXHAUSTO is focused on expanding its product line and entering new markets. While specific upcoming products have not been detailed, the company aims to enhance its offerings and geographical reach significantly in the coming years.
Following the acquisition by ALDES Group in June 2016, the company has been positioning itself to leverage synergies for growth. The recent capital raised, particularly from the acquisition, will likely be utilized to support these growth initiatives and expansion plans into additional European markets.
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
Sub Industries
Industrial Machinery
Website
www.exhausto.dk
Verticals
EdTech, Manufacturing
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Amount Raised
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EXHAUSTO - timeline of key events

EXHAUSTO - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 284,221,000 | 296,710,000 | 290,060,000 | 489,588,000 | 471,217,000 | 469,462,000 | 439,252,000 | 391,817,000 | 408,822,000 | 284,374,000 | 262,732,000 | - | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 4.4% | (2.2%) | 68.8% | (3.8%) | (0.4%) | (6.4%) | (10.8%) | 4.3% | (30.4%) | (7.6%) | - | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 99,774,000 | 39,144,000 | 34,197,000 | 6,084,000 | 11,752,000 | (808,000) | 15,061,000 | 25,852,000 | 16,330,000 | 16,717,000 | 24,803,000 | 21,924,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 85,634,000 | 30,144,000 | 28,194,000 | (12,573,000) | (6,330,000) | (17,211,000) | (4,886,000) | 3,133,000 | (6,257,000) | (1,210,000) | 7,391,000 | 5,178,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 30.1% | 10.2% | 9.7% | (2.6%) | (1.3%) | (3.7%) | (1.1%) | 0.8% | (1.5%) | (0.4%) | 2.8% | - | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 35.1% | 13.2% | 11.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% | (0.2%) | 3.4% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 5.9% | 9.4% | - | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 86,713,000 | 17,075,000 | 19,968,000 | (11,558,000) | (5,910,000) | (14,014,000) | (4,869,000) | 3,246,000 | (5,224,000) | (5,927,000) | 2,065,000 | 7,910,000 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 30.5% | 5.8% | 6.9% | (2.4%) | (1.3%) | (3.0%) | (1.1%) | 0.8% | (1.3%) | (2.1%) | 0.8% | - | - | - | - |
EXHAUSTO - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | EXHAUSTO | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | EXHAUSTO | - |
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EXHAUSTO - employee data

EXHAUSTO - key contacts
| Name | Position | Start Date | End Date | Vcard | Bio | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member of the Board | BM |
BM Board Member
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