


From Product Development, Application Engineering and Production, to Finance and Administration, to Logistics, Sales and Marketing, all our departments are under one roof at our head office in Ditzingen. The fact that we can work together closely in a family atmosphere is just one of Team Orange's key success factors.
The international LOBA Group includes our head office, worldwide subsidiaries and joint ventures. We also nurture a network of international partners and cooperate with a diverse range of organizations.
As a 130-strong team worldwide, we have one common goal: to stay "On Top" for your benefit, bringing you the best products and outstanding service, day after day.
In 2018, LOBA became a majority-owned subsidiary of Wakol GmbH, a successful international manufacturer of flooring installation materials, industrial adhesives and sealing compounds.
In 2015, the ARDEX Group – a global leader in special high-grade chemical components for the construction industry – bought a majority holding in family enterprise Wakol, which means that LOBA is also part of the ARDEX Group's international network.
Produced in Germany – made for the world The LOBA Group has an intercompany network including regional businesses LOBA-Wakol do Brasil, Brazil and LOBA Trading Shanghai, China, and joint ventures LOBA-Wakol LLC, North America and LOBA-Wakol Polska, Poland.
LOBA cooperates with a host of partners, from product activities with Wakol to membership of many professional associations, plus support for young talent and valuable initiatives.
LOBA Wakol Connected Systems: A strong connection for your success
Our tried and tested systems are based on LOBA varnishes and oils/waxes and Wakol adhesives that are designed to work perfectly together for guaranteed success. When professionally applied, there are no chemical reactions (or their unpleasant consequences) to deal with. Our Connected Systems adhesive and finish formulas are made up of specially selected components for perfect compatibility.
Memberships: Guilds and associations
Here's a list of the associations and guilds to which LOBA belongs. We regularly attend in-person events and look forward to meeting you!
Promoting young talent
Get your career off to a flying start with intensive, first-hand specialist expertise! We love sharing our knowledge, by running master classes at vocational colleges, for example.
Other partnerships
Whether for good causes or to showcase our products online, for customers such as architects and interior designers, we work with a whole series of other institutions, initiatives and companies.
Raumprobe – physical and online materials library, Stuttgart