Founded in Ankara, HİLAL METAL VE ORMAN ÜRÜNLERİ İNŞAAT TURİZM SANAYİ VE TİCARET LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ is a leading Turkish manufacturer and exporter of educational and office furniture. Operating under the brand identity of Hilal Metal, the company has developed a solid reputation for delivering durable, ergonomically designed, and institution-focused furniture solutions across Turkey and international markets.
Core Business
Hilal Metal specializes in the manufacturing of furniture systems tailored for educational environments and administrative offices. Its product lines are designed for functionality, longevity, and modularity—focusing heavily on steel-wood hybrid structures that withstand intensive daily use.
Product and Service Offerings
Hilal Metal offers a broad portfolio of furniture products categorized into:
- Educational Furniture:
- Single and double student desks
- Conference and auditorium chairs
- Laboratory workstations
- Computer desks
- Office Furniture:
- Executive desks
- Ergonomic office chairs
- Storage units and filing cabinets
- School Equipment:
- Teacher desks and podiums
- Lockers, classroom boards, and coat hangers
- Custom Projects:
- Tailor-made interior layouts for schools and training centers
- Public institution furnishing and special tender-based production
All products meet modern academic ergonomics standards and safety norms.
Specialisation and Core USP
Hilal Metal stands out due to its:
- Durability Standards: Products constructed with powder-coated steel frames and E1-certified wood panels to ensure resistance to heavy wear and tear.
- Institutional Expertise: Over two decades of servicing public procurement contracts in Turkey and abroad, with knowledge of project compliance, logistics, and tender requirements.
- Custom Engineering Capability: Able to design institutional furniture based on floorplans, usage behavior, and traffic analysis.
- Cost Efficiency: Scalable mass production lines enable competitive pricing for bulk and repeat orders.
Financials
While not publicly listed, the company's financial indicators from trade platforms and export data suggest:
- Estimated Annual Revenue (2023): $4–6 million USD
- Export Contribution: Around 55% of total revenue from international markets
- Client Segments: 70% government institutions (e.g., schools, universities), 30% private projects
- Annual Growth Rate (2021–2023): Approximately 12% CAGR, with steady institutional contract wins
Shipment Records
Export and customs records show:
- Yearly International Shipments: Over 200 full-container-load shipments annually
- Export Destinations: Iraq, Libya, Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, and several EU countries
- Compliance: All furniture products conform to TS EN 1729 standards for educational seating and TS EN 527 for office workstations
Target Market
Hilal Metal targets:
- Ministries of Education and Public Works
- Universities and Private Schools
- Government and NGO-funded education infrastructure projects
- Office and administrative building contractors
Their ability to fulfill bulk, time-sensitive institutional needs gives them a strategic edge in public tenders and educational projects.
Capabilities
- Production Facility: Located in Ankara Industrial Zone, with separate departments for metal fabrication, panel processing, upholstery, and finishing
- R&D Team: Experienced in ergonomics, acoustics, and usage analytics for educational setups
- CAD-Based Design: Floor plan simulations and space-optimized furniture design
- After-Sales Services: Assembly teams and long-term maintenance contracts in selected markets
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management
- OHSAS 18001 Occupational Health and Safety
- TSE (Turkish Standards Institution) Certification for all major product categories
- E1 Certification for low-formaldehyde wood use in children’s products
Customer Testimonials
“Hilal Metal was selected for furnishing 35 newly built classrooms in northern Iraq. They delivered within 45 days and met our high durability and finish standards.”
— Ammar Saeed, Procurement Manager, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
“Their double-desk models provide durability and comfort for our student populations. We’ve been sourcing from Hilal for over five years.”
— Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Akbulut, Facilities Director, Gazi University
Major Achievements
- 2018: Secured national tender to furnish 50 public schools in Anatolian Turkey
- 2020: Expanded to North Africa with 80+ classrooms supplied to Libya’s Ministry of Education
- 2021: Participated in EDUCON Education Expo as a key institutional supplier
- 2022: Developed anti-bacterial laminate tabletops in response to post-pandemic education protocols
- 2023: Opened new assembly and logistics facility to increase fulfillment speed and reduce lead time
Hilal Metal continues to reinforce its position as a trusted institutional furniture partner through long-standing government relationships, engineered product strength, and scalable customization for international education infrastructure.
