# SMELA

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/smela

- Industry: Industrial Machinery
- Headquarters: Magdeburg, Germany
- Website: www.smela.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2.7M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 14, 2025)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

SMELA GmbH is a technology company specializing in the design and production of compact, energy-efficient electromechanical linear actuators for industrial applications.Founded in 2020 in Magdeburg, Germany, SMELA GmbH develops electromechanical solutions that enhance automation in production environments. The company has successfully completed 1 deal, with the most recent transaction occurring on March 31, 2025, during which they raised EUR 2.5 million in funding from investors BMP and Companisto, bringing the total amount raised to EUR 2.5 million.SMELA GmbH specializes in the development and manufacturing of compact and energy-efficient electromechanical linear actuators, primarily targeting industries that require short stroke movements up to 115 mm and forces of 750 N. Their flagship series, the liteECO®, offers a patented design that integrates a servo motor with positioning sensors, allowing for a range of linear movements essential in automated production environments, such as machine tools, packaging systems, and assembly lines. The actuators are designed to replace conventional pneumatic systems, addressing issues such as energy inefficiency and complex infrastructure needs associated with compressed air. SMELA’s products are utilized by a diverse array of clients, including manufacturers in sectors like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods, and are marketed across Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands.SMELA GmbH generates revenue through direct sales of its electromechanical drives and linear actuators, focusing on B2B transactions with industrial clients. The company engages in partnerships with distribution firms to enhance product availability and customer support within targeted geographical markets, including Germany and the Netherlands. Typical transactions involve clients placing bulk orders for specific actuator models, such as the liteECO® series, which can be tailored to their operational requirements. The pricing structure reflects the value of the advanced technology and energy efficiency offered by SMELA’s products, promoting long-term cost savings for users by significantly reducing energy consumption compared to traditional pneumatic solutions.In March 2025, SMELA GmbH raised EUR 2.5 million in venture funding from Companisto and BMP. The company plans to utilize this funding to expand its sales and marketing activities, alongside optimizing production processes to support deeper market penetration and cost reduction initiatives. Looking ahead, SMELA is focused on launching new products that enhance their current offerings and is targeting expansion into new geographic markets within Europe, aiming for implementation by the end of 2026.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 14, 2025, $2.7M — BMP, Companisto, anchorion ventures GmbH

## Investors

- BMP (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bmp) — Seed
- Companisto — Seed
- anchorion ventures GmbH — Seed