Innovation rooted in building science

For over 50 years, VILPE has been shaping the future of healthy, long-lasting buildings. We are a second-generation, family-owned company based in Korsholm, Finland—on the country’s entrepreneurial west coast—where we design and manufacture high-performance roofing and ventilation solutions trusted by building professionals across Europe.

Our story began in 1973 when our founder, Eero Saikkonen, then a student at Vaasa Technical Institute, set out to solve a common roofing challenge: bitumen-glued insulation layers were shifting, and traditional fasteners caused damage. His solution—a weight-responsive fastener—laid the foundation for VILPE. Since then, innovation has remained at the core of everything we do.

Today, our product portfolio includes fasteners, roof vents, fans, and accessories used in modern construction projects throughout Europe. Many of our solutions have set the standard in the industry. In recognition of our dedication to product development, quality, and manufacturing excellence, we received Finland’s National Enterprise Award in 2022—one of the country’s highest honors for business achievement.