DONIC
ActiveOverview
DONIC is a German manufacturer of table tennis equipment, including blades, rubbers, tables, clothing, shoes, balls, and accessories. It serves professionals, national teams, clubs, and recreational players, with a focus on innovations such as EPOX, DOTEC, SENSO technology for blades, and FORMULA DONIC for rubbers.123
History
DONIC was founded in Cologne, Germany, by Dr. G. Nicklas. In the late 1980s, the company was sold to the Schreiner family, marking its transition to a second-generation family-owned business. Over 25 years, it grew into one of the leading table tennis brands worldwide through continuous innovations like EPOX, DOTEC, SENSO, and others.123
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Blades (wooden table tennis blades) | Performance-oriented for competitive play | $30 - $150 |
| Rubbers (table tennis rubber sheets) | Innovative surfaces and sponges | $30 - $75 |
| Tables (ITTF-certified competition tables) | Professional and recreational use | $500 - $2,000 |
| Clothing and Textiles | Functional sportswear | $20 - $100 |
| Shoes | Table tennis footwear | $50 - $120 |
| Balls and Accessories (robots, nets) | Training and match equipment | $5 - $1,500 |
Manufacturing
DONIC is headquartered in Völklingen, Germany, where about 30 employees handle administration, product development, sales, shipping, and marketing. Specific manufacturing locations for products are not detailed, but the company maintains German engineering standards with ITTF-certified professional tables.23
Notable Products
- DONIC COTON RELEVANT - Blade innovation highlighted on official site.
- DONIC ZENTRA FIRST ALLROUND - Allround blade for versatile play.
- DONIC ZENTRA NEXT CARBON - Carbon-enhanced blade for speed.
- DONIC COPPA E1 - Rubber sheet in 2-pack option.
- BLUEGRIP J series - Sticky rubbers with varying sponge hardness.
- EPOX blades - Early innovation in blade technology.
Reputation
DONIC is regarded as a reliable manufacturer of quality table tennis equipment trusted by world-class players, national teams, and clubs. It holds a strong position among professionals for ITTF-certified tables used in championships. Some enthusiasts perceive it as traditional or dated compared to newer brands.237
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- https://www.donic.com/en/
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