The Var department hosts a concentration of hardware manufacturers, primarily mid-sized firms specializing in industrial equipment, defense technology, and specialized components. Companies like Exail develop advanced robotics for defense and aerospace, while CNIM Systèmes Industriels designs and manufactures high-precision industrial equipment. SFE distributes American restaurant equipment, and CashMag offers point-of-sale cash management solutions.
A notable pattern is the strong presence of companies serving the defense and aerospace sectors. Several firms, including CEGELEC DEFENSE ET NAVAL SUD-EST and IRTS SAS, focus on electrical, electronic, and ruggedized computing solutions for these industries. This highlights a regional specialization in high-tech manufacturing geared towards critical applications.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Exail - Defense & Securityexail.com
Development of advanced robotics, automated systems, and simulation technologies for defense, maritime, aerospace, energy, and industrial sectors. |
455 | |||
| 2 |
SFEsfe-fr.com
Specializing in American restaurant equipment distribution in France, serving chain accounts and providing technical service to major QSR players nationwide |
337 | |||
| 3 |
CNIM Systèmes Industrielscnim-systemes-industriels.com
Design and manufacture high-precision large-scale industrial equipment for energy, defense, and advanced industry sectors with integrated on-site production and quality control. |
239 | |||
| 4 |
CEGELEC DEFENSE ET NAVAL SUD-EST
An electrical/electronic manufacturing company located in Toulon, France, specializing in defense and naval projects within the South-East region |
130 | |||
| 5 |
CashMagcashmag.fr
A leading specialist network in point-of-sale cash management solutions, offering software development, POS system distribution, and automatic coin changers for businesses |
105 | |||
| 6 |
Shick Esteve (Rians)shickesteve.com
Design, manufacture, install, and service ingredient automation systems including bulk, minor, liquid ingredients with IIOT platform and project support. |
83 | |||
| 7 | 82 | ||||
| 8 | 66 | ||||
| 9 |
ALLIANCE MARINE GROUPalliancemarine.fr
Provides equipment solutions for leisure boating, watersports, military defense applications, and commercial marine industry needs. |
60 | |||
| 10 |
FREGATE AERO SUDfregate-aero-sud.com
Specializing in fine metal structure components for the aerospace industry, the company based in Signes, France, focuses on industrializing and manufacturing parts |
51 | |||
| 11 |
SMAC SASsmac-sas.com
A French company specializing in designing and manufacturing sealing, noise, shock, and vibration control solutions for defense, space, aviation, racing, and sports industries |
45 | |||
| 12 |
Wise-integrationwise-integration.com
Wise-integration offers power GaN integrated circuits with digital control, enhancing power supply performance with smaller size, better efficiency, and increased reliability at lower cost |
41 | |||
| 13 |
pbi - probeautic institutprobeauticinstitut.com
With over 20 years of experience, pbi is a major player in the beauty industry, offering a wide range of products and services tailored to meet professionals' needs |
40 | |||
| 14 |
Mini Green Powerminigreenpower.com
Development of modular, remote-controlled mini power plants converting local solid waste into clean heat and electricity for industries. |
37 | |||
| 15 |
SERELECserelec-usinage.fr
Specializing in precision mechanics and machining, this company offers high-quality mechanical parts and assemblies for various industries, guiding product development from conception to industrialization |
36 | |||
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| 16 |
MACAPmacapflag.com
French company specializing in custom and promotional textile communication products such as beach flags, banners, and flags for events and institutions worldwide |
23 | |||
| 17 |
TMH-toolsfr.techman-head.com
A global leader in maintenance tooling and Ground Support Equipment solutions for aircraft, providing comprehensive solutions under the TECHMAN-HEAD Group umbrella |
22 | |||
| 18 |
Atechsyshelipse.com
Design, manufacture, maintain drones and train operators with fully integrated, client-focused, turnkey services based on 100% French technology. |
21 | |||
| 19 |
Groupe AMCamcetec.com
Specializing in power electrotechnics for electro-intensive circuits, providing innovative and cost-effective solutions, and offering integrated custom design and manufacturing |
18 | |||
| 20 |
DESCHAMPS MATS COMPOSITEmats-deschamps.com
A pioneer in producing fiberglass flag masts, DESCHAMPS Mâts Composite guarantees quality, conformity, and innovation in its global market-leading products |
17 | |||
| 21 |
Groupe-Piermangroupe-pierman.com
With over 50 years of experience, this company is passionate about providing innovative solutions in composite and stainless steel parts, boat sales and maintenance, and environmentally friendly industrial processes |
17 | |||
| 22 |
BLACK-LINEblack-line.co
A passionate team creating innovative products for extreme sports enthusiasts, starting with the QuickSett, a rotating snowboard binding for enhanced comfort and performance |
16 | |||
| 23 |
PROLEXIAprolexia.fr
A company established in 1994 offering Mission Management Solutions for autonomous systems, Serious Games for training, and Virtual/Augmented Reality applications |
10 | |||
| 24 |
EWINCHERewincher.com
Manufacturer of innovative products for sailing boats, including Electric Winch SailForce™ and Electric Winch Handle, designed and made in the French Riviera |
9 | |||
| 25 |
Step Automation and Teststepat.com
Step AT creates strategic assets for businesses with hardware and software solutions to enhance decision-making by anticipating risks and optimizing costs Follow on Facebook and Twitter |
9 | |||
| 26 |
CESIGMAcesigma.com
Specializing in high technology fields for nearly 30 years, the company focuses on data acquisition, real-time signal processing, and electronic, mechanical, and embedded software development Serving defense, energy, and environmental sectors |
8 | |||
| 27 | 
La Grande Menuiserie Aluminiumla-grande-menuiserie-aluminium.fr
Specializing in manufacturing and installing high-quality aluminum and PVC doors, windows, bay windows, verandas, and other fittings, with a focus on precision, experience, and customer satisfaction |
7 | |||
| 28 |
Prodea Depollutingprodea-depolluting.com
The company offers an electric, patented solution for pollution control, decontamination, and air deodorization without chemicals or harmful by-products Suitable for various industries |
7 | |||
| 29 |
KAROX
Specializing in customizing utility vehicles for professionals and individuals seeking freedom in Van Life, with a focus on vehicle electrification and electric vehicle charging solutions |
6 | |||
| 30 |
RespInnovation SASrespinnovation.com
Designs and markets a high-frequency chest wall oscillation system to clear mucus from lungs, aiding patients with chronic respiratory conditions. |
6 | |||
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