ABOUT US

A STORY THAT

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Svebab’s roots are in a Swedish industrial tradition that dates back to the mid‑1800s. From the first fire hoses in Jonsered to today’s production in Skene, the knowledge has been passed on through generations.

Craftsmanship Since 1850

Our roots go back to fire hose manufacturing in Jonsered around 1850.

PRODUCTION THAT LIVES ON

More than 50 years after the establishment in Skene
The hoses are still manufactured here.

K-COMPANY

Since 2025, Svebab is once again a war‑critical company and part of Sweden’s readiness.

OUR HISTORY

FROM JONSERED TO SKENE

A manufacturing tradition that spans 175 years. Follow some of the most important.
the events that have shaped Svebab into the company we are today.

1850
1850

Where everything begins

Around 1850, fire hose production began at Jonsereds Fabriker.
Outside Gothenburg. Here lies the textile knowledge that eventually.
becomes the foundation of the Svebab manufacturing tradition, continuing today.
The hose is woven flat from linen and then sewn together.

1930
1930

A new generation of fire hose

The technology for round‑woven fire hoses is evolving. By weaving the hose’s
Outer shell, as a continuous weave, creates a construction that.
meets high demands for pressure, durability, and functionality.

1950
1950

New material changes the hose

The pipelines start Made from cotton yarn with PVC as inner coating.

1975
1975

The production gets a new home in Skene

When dElar of Jonsered’s textile activity is being phased out.
the fire‑hose manufacturing continued. Since 1975, hoses have been manufactured in Skene,
where Svebab’s production still exists today.

1978
1978

The hose gets its modern construction.

SThe rope takes the shape it has today, with fully woven polyester threads and
EPDM liner.

1979 - 1983
1979 - 1983

The Swedish fire‑hose factory takes shape.

DThe current company was founded in 1979. In 1983 the name was registered.
Swedish Fire Hose Factory AB and the brand SVEBAB.

2017
2017

A part of Beijer Tech

Svebab is acquired by Beijer Tech. With a strong industrial owner behind.
the business continues to develop Swedish slang production for
fire, industry, and other demanding applications.

2025
2025

Back in Sweden's preparedness

EAfter having been a so-called K‑company during the Cold War, Svebab gets back.
a vital role in Sweden’s preparedness as the first company to join it
new national preparedness. The Swedish production in Skene contributes to
to ensure the availability of fire hoses even in crises and heightened readiness.

TODAY
TODAY

The knowledge lives on

MEven 50 years after its establishment in Skene, the hoses are still manufactured.
Here. The same basic idea consists of: being able to manufacture hose that works when.
It really is needed.

1850 - TODAY

WE MANAGE A LONG HISTORY.

BUT MANUFACTURES FOR THE FUTURE.

From fire hoses to industrial applications, we continue to develop products where quality, function, and reliability are essential.

INDUSTRIES

For environments where every second counts

Svebabs products are used by fire services, industries, property owners, authorities, offshore operations and forest fire organizations where reliability, quality, and performance are crucial.