What Artech Lighting does

Artech Lighting is a UK-based light manufacturer of interior and exterior architectural LED luminaires, founded in 1980 and headquartered in Durham, England. The company designs and manufactures its entire product portfolio in the UK and serves commercial construction, industrial/warehousing, education, custodial, and facilities management end markets. Its product catalogue spans downlights, recessed and surface linear systems, suspended luminaires, LED strips, track lighting, exterior fittings, emergency lighting, and anti-ligature high-security luminaires, supported by a bespoke service offering any RAL colour and custom configurations.

The technology stack centres on proprietary LED optics, with two notable differentiated platforms: OneMesh, an open-protocol Bluetooth wireless lighting control system integrated directly into luminaires that eliminates DALI control cabling and reduces commissioning time by approximately 50%; and Revive, a retrofit gear tray programme that regenerates existing fluorescent fixtures rather than replacing them, targeting sub-12-month ROI and 50%+ cost savings. Luminaire efficacy reaches up to 170 lm/W (Verso high-bay), with LED lifespans of 50,000–81,000 hours and compliance with Part L, LG7, and BB93 standards.

Artech sells almost exclusively through B2B enterprise field sales, engaging architects, main contractors, electrical contractors, and facilities managers at design and tender stages. The company is privately held, holds BSI ISO 9001 (FS 708717) and Made in Britain certifications, and completed the acquisition of Powerlite Fitzgerald in April 2025 to extend its UK footprint and international reach.

Name

Artech Lighting

Legal name

Artech Lighting

Website

https://artechlighting.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Artech Lighting is a UK-based light manufacturer designing and producing interior and exterior architectural LED luminaires with integrated wireless controls and retrofit solutions, sold directly to commercial construction, industrial, education, and custodial projects.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural LED Lighting

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights) (IMAGAIAK), Commercial Lighting Fixture Installation (HSAOAFAM)

Keywords

• Architectural lighting products
• LED luminaire manufacturing
• Commercial lighting solutions
• Bespoke lighting design
• Emergency lighting systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Durham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. LED Luminaire Sales: Sale of standard and bespoke LED lighting fixtures for interior and exterior architectural applications. Products include downlights, recessed, surface, suspended, continuous systems, LED strips, track lights, emergency lighting, anti-ligature luminaires, and external fittings. Revenue generated through project-based specification and tender processes targeting commercial, institutional, and industrial construction.
2. Retrofit/Revive Solutions: Upgrading existing fluorescent lighting installations to modern LED technology through retrofit gear trays and adapter plates. Regeneration approach allows reuse of existing fixtures, reducing material costs and installation time while delivering energy savings and sustainability benefits.
3. Lighting Control Systems: OneMesh integrated lighting control systems sold as part of luminaire packages or as standalone upgrades. Open protocol Bluetooth technology enables wireless control without additional cabling infrastructure.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Artech Lighting designs, manufactures, and supplies interior and exterior architectural LED lighting products for commercial, industrial, institutional, and high-security applications, all made in the UK. The portfolio spans standard luminaires (downlights, recessed, surface, suspended, linear and track systems), retrofit regeneration solutions (Revive), integrated wireless lighting and controls (OneMesh), anti-ligature security luminaires, exterior and emergency lighting ranges, and a bespoke design service that custom-builds products in any RAL colour or configuration.

Product overview

Artech Lighting is a UK-based manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of interior and exterior architectural LED lighting products and solutions. The core offering spans multiple product families including downlights (Magna, Infra, Quadrus, Tenus, Altus), recessed luminaires (Softline, Nitor, Flowline, Flowline Pod, Salo), surface-mounted luminaires (Highline, Orbis, Microdot, Propack, Telum), suspended luminaires (Chicane, Sonus Acoustic, Tubo, Septa Cage Light, Verso), LED strips (Nastro, Nastro Neon), and track systems (Astra). The portfolio also includes exterior and industrial luminaires (Dome, Dome XT, Vortex, Prolight, Fortis, Wayfinder, Prisma, Reggio, Bollard), a full emergency lighting range (EmLine), and high-security anti-ligature products. Two notable sub-brands within the portfolio are Revive — a retrofit line replacing fluorescent systems with modern LED gear trays that can achieve ROI in under 12 months — and OneMesh — an integrated lighting and controls system using open Bluetooth protocol with wireless commissioning apps. A bespoke service allows any product to be manufactured in custom RAL colours and configurations. All products are designed and manufactured in the UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• OneMesh: Integrated lighting and controls solution offering single-supplier design, procurement, installation and commissioning for both lighting fixtures and compatible control devices using open protocol Bluetooth technology.
• Revive

Products and services

• Downlight Luminaires (Magna, Infra, Quadrus, Tenus IP65, Altus) Downlight luminaire family for interior architectural applications, including IP65-rated variants, multiple sizes and formats (round, square, snoot, curve, pendant) for commercial and residential interior projects.
• Recessed Linear Luminaires (Softline, Nitor, Flowline, Salo) Recessed LED linear luminaires with standard, slim, and air-handling profiles for offices, classrooms, and commercial spaces. Flowline offers up to 153 lm/W efficiency with modular configurations.
• Surface-Mounted Luminaires (Highline, Orbis, Microdot, Propack, Telum) Surface-mounted LED luminaires in linear (Highline), circular/square/hexagonal (Orbis), compact (Microdot), and classroom-oriented (Telum, up to 140 lm/W, UGR<19) formats for architectural integration.
• Suspended and Acoustic Luminaires (Sonus Acoustic, Tubo, Septa Cage Light, Chicane) Suspended and decorative LED luminaires including an acoustic-absorbing raft (Sonus, BSEN ISO354:2003 tested), cylindrical (Tubo), caged pendant (Septa), and curved architectural (Chicane, UGR<19) luminaires for commercial and learning spaces.
• Verso High-Bay Industrial Luminaire IP65 high-bay LED luminaire for warehouses, retail and production facilities with efficacy up to 170 lm/W and lumen output up to 23,435.
• Nastro LED Strip and Neon Systems Dimmable 24V LED tape strips in constant voltage and constant current variants, plus flexible IP67 Nastro Neon continuous fittings. Multiple outputs, colour temperatures, and up to 30m continuous runs.
• Track & Astra Track Lighting Systems A.A.G. Stucchi OneTrack DALI system with track-mounted Astra LED spot luminaires in multiple sizes and beam angles for commercial and retail applications.
• Dome Exterior and Anti-Ligature Luminaire Family IP66 surface-mounted exterior/internal luminaire up to 4000 lm. Dome XT includes an eyelid option; Dome Anti-Ligature is IK10-rated for high-security custodial applications.
• Vortex Exterior Wall Luminaire IP65/IP66 exterior wall-mounted luminaire with Dark Sky compliance and wildlife-friendly design, screwless front, and optional integral photocell.
• Prolight Linear Exterior/Interior Luminaire Linear IP65/IP66 surface luminaire with up to 161 lm/W efficiency in multiple sizes for exterior and interior linear applications.
• Fortis Illuminated Handrail IP67 LED illuminated handrail for internal and external architectural integration; vandal-resistant, multiple colour temperatures and RGBW.
• Prisma Transportation Luminaire IP66 316-grade stainless steel luminaire with anti-tamper fixings for transportation hubs; +81,000 hours lifetime.
• Reggio / Reggio2 Column-Mounted Exterior Luminaire IP66 column-mounted luminaire for outdoor spaces, parks, cycle paths and car parks; 150 lm/W efficacy with 120-degree area optic.
• Bollard Ground-Mounted Luminaire Ground-mounted LED bollard for external applications including schools, hospitals and leisure centres with 360-degree optic.
• EmLine Emergency Lighting Range Complete LED emergency lighting range including stand-alone, wall, surface, suspended, recessed, bulkhead, and twin-spot luminaires with self-test, EMPRO, maintained and non-maintained options; up to 50,000+ hours.
• Anti-Ligature Security Luminaires (Infra, Tenus, Dome, Primo Cornice) IP65/IP66 anti-ligature LED luminaires for custodial and high-security applications; IK10/IK15 rated with tamper-proof screws for prison cells, custodial facilities, and secure buildings.
• OneMesh Integrated Lighting and Controls System Proprietary integrated lighting and controls system combining open-protocol Bluetooth-enabled LED fixtures with wireless commissioning via mobile and web apps. Eliminates DALI control cabling (uses only Live, Neutral, Earth) and reduces commissioning time by approximately 50%.
• Revive Retrofit LED Solutions (Nitor Cassette, Nitor Slim, Tenus, Prolight, Adaptor Plate) Retrofit LED luminaire line replacing obsolete fluorescent systems with modern LED fixtures, gear trays, and wireless controls. Designed to fit existing cutouts with ROI in under 12 months; some products feature Casambi-controlled LED gear trays.
• Bespoke Lighting Design and Manufacturing Service Custom luminaire design and manufacture for individual project requirements. Products can be produced in any RAL colour and bespoke configurations. All products designed and manufactured in the UK.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of 50-80% compared to old fluorescent fixtures
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Powerlite FitzgeraldcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2025Acquisition of North Yorkshire lighting firm Powerlite Fitzgerald completed April 2025. Both companies continue operating independently while sharing best practices and strengthening industry positions in UK and overseas markets.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Designplan Lighting: UK manufacturer specializing in robust, vandal-resistant lighting for transport, custodial, and healthcare sectors. Overlaps with Artech on anti-ligature, IK-rated, and high-security product lines targeting similar regulated verticals.
• Ansell Lighting: UK-based lighting manufacturer with broad commercial, industrial, and exterior portfolios. Comparable as a mid-sized UK competitor targeting electrical wholesalers, contractors, and project specifiers across similar applications.
• Whitecroft Lighting: UK manufacturer of commercial lighting with strong education, healthcare, and office verticals. Direct competitor on architectural interior luminaires, retrofit, and lighting controls offerings targeting similar architects and contractors.
• Thorlux Lighting: UK-based manufacturer of commercial and industrial lighting, also family-owned with integrated manufacturing. Highly comparable to Artech in customer base (commercial, industrial, education), UK manufacturing footprint, and specification-driven B2B sales.
• Aurora Lighting: UK lighting manufacturer with significant LED and smart-controls portfolio including AOne wireless controls. Comparable in LED luminaire range and entry into Bluetooth/wireless controls competing with OneMesh.
• Hacel Lighting: UK designer and manufacturer of architectural luminaires including downlights, linear, and anti-ligature products. Closely comparable to Artech on product range, custodial vertical exposure, and bespoke UK manufacturing model.

Broad incumbents

• Signify (Philips Lighting): Global lighting leader (Philips, Interact, Color Kinetics) with broad LED, controls, and connected lighting offerings. Largest incumbent competing with Artech across commercial, industrial, and exterior segments, with deep UK specification presence.
• Zumtobel Group: Austrian-headquartered global lighting manufacturer (Zumtobel, Thorn, Tridonic brands) serving commercial and architectural markets. Competes broadly with Artech on commercial interiors, controls, and large-scale project specification across the UK and Europe.
• Glamox: European lighting group offering commercial, industrial, marine, and outdoor luminaires with integrated controls. Comparable as a broader European manufacturer competing for UK commercial and industrial lighting specifications.

Others

• Casambi: Finnish wireless lighting controls platform used by Artech's Revive products via integration. Comparable as an enabling ecosystem partner, and partially overlapping with OneMesh as a competing open Bluetooth controls layer for OEM luminaire makers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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