What OE Electrics does

OE Electrics is a UK-based designer and manufacturer of power and data distribution solutions for commercial workspaces, education, transportation, and laboratory environments. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Wakefield, the company operates from an in-house ISO 9001-certified manufacturing facility and has delivered nearly 20,000 projects globally across more than three decades of continuous operation.

The product portfolio is built on a modular 42mm QIKFIT component architecture that spans power, USB, data, and cable-management modules, supported by the patented ANIMATE battery-powered ecosystem (QIKPAC removable battery, QF30 PSU), TUF USB charging modules with field-replaceable cartridges, PowerConnect underfloor distribution, and a range of surface, in-surface, and below-surface power units (PLUTO, PIXEL, PULSE, PRO PHASE, PANDA) including USB-A, dual USB-C up to 100W, and ARC DOT wireless charging. Patents on QIKPAC have been granted in Australia, Europe, the UK, and the US, with additional registered designs on TUF and ANIMATE.

Revenue is generated through hardware sales of power units, USB charging modules, battery systems, cable management hardware, and replacement cartridges. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales with an OEM channel that embeds OE products into furniture manufactured by partners including Marson, Staverton, Frem, and Orangebox, supported by a furniture-dealer network. Pricing is quote-based with project-level customization including RAL color matching, branding, and configuration. Global reach spans the UK, North America, Australia, and Asia through regional contacts and dedicated international subdomains, and the company operates a London showroom alongside its Wakefield manufacturing headquarters.

Name

OE Electrics

Legal name

OE Electrics Ltd

Website

https://oeelectrics.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

OE Electrics is a UK manufacturer of modular power and data distribution solutions for commercial workspaces, education, transportation, and laboratories, selling direct and through furniture OEM partners across the UK, North America, Australia, and Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Power and Data Distribution Hardware

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing (335)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Power & Energy Electronics Manufacturing Services (UPS, converters, inverters, chargers) (IMAGAGAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

EV/Industrial Charging Power Electronics (Chargers, rectifiers, power stages) (IMAGADAF), Charging Infrastructure Components (connectors, cables, dispensers, payment/controls) (IMAGAHAH)

Keywords

• Power distribution solutions
• USB charging modules
• Modular power systems
• Furniture-integrated power
• Underfloor power distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Wakefield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of power distribution units, USB charging modules, battery systems, cable management products, and underfloor power distribution systems. Products are sold as one-time purchases with standard warranties. Volume discounts may be available for large project orders.
2. Custom/Project-Based Solutions: Custom color matching, branding services, and bespoke product configurations for specific project requirements. Includes custom RAL color options and logo printing services.
3. Replacement Parts and Accessories: Sale of replacement components including TUF USB cartridges, power supplies, cables, and mounting accessories for existing installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OE Electrics designs and manufactures power and data distribution hardware for office, education, transport, and laboratory environments. Its product portfolio spans modular in-desk/on-desk power units (PHASE, PULSE, PLUTO, PIXELTUF, PANDA, PEAK, PICCOLO), the ANIMATE mobile battery-power platform built around the patented QIKPAC battery, the QIKFIT modular socket/USB/data system, PowerConnect underfloor power distribution, TUF USB charging modules, ARC DOT wireless charging, and PATHFINDER/QIKTRAY cable management accessories. The company sells primarily through direct enterprise sales, furniture manufacturer partners, and a global furniture dealer network.

Product overview

OE Electrics is a UK-based manufacturer of power and data distribution solutions for office, education, transport, and laboratory environments. The company offers a modular product portfolio organized around several platform systems: ANIMATE (portable battery power centered on QIKPAC), QIKFIT (modular in-desk/under-desk connectivity), PowerConnect (underfloor distribution), and standalone power units (PHASE, PULSE, PICCOLO, PLUTO, PANDA, PEAK, etc.). Products range from USB charging modules (TUF series), wireless charging (ARC DOT), and cable management (PATHFINDER, QIKTRAY) to complete power units combining AC sockets, USB, and data/AV connectivity. The QIKFIT system provides the modular infrastructure allowing customization of socket configurations, while ANIMATE enables truly mobile power through portable battery technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ANIMATE Mobile Battery Power System Modular battery-power ecosystem enabling cable-free, portable power delivery for furniture and workspaces, comprising QIKPAC battery plus QIKDOC, QIKFRAME, QIKPOST, and a charging cart for furniture integration. Targeted at furniture manufacturers and enterprise customers seeking mobile power solutions for agile workspaces.
• QIKPAC Battery Module Lithium-ion battery module with 240Wh capacity (200Wh usable) that powers the ANIMATE system. Multiple units can be connected to increase capacity for larger teams or extended runtime. Targeted at furniture OEMs and enterprise customers building mobile-power workstations.
• QIKPAC CARRY Portable Battery Bank Portable battery bank version of QIKPAC allowing users to take power anywhere, providing up to 20 hours laptop runtime, 50 hours tablet runtime, or 200 hours phone runtime from its 200Wh usable capacity. Targeted at mobile office workers and agile/hot-desking environments.
• PowerConnect Underfloor Power Distribution Underfloor power distribution system serving as an innovative busbar alternative, designed to be more agile, using fewer materials, and requiring less installation time than traditional underfloor systems. Targeted at building developers, fit-out contractors, and enterprise customers specifying flexible underfloor power.
• QIKFIT Modular Socket and Connectivity System Modular socket and connectivity system allowing customizable power, USB, and data configurations using GST18i3 connectors with power in/out capability and locking clips. Targeted at furniture manufacturers and integrators who need a flexible in-desk/under-desk power and data infrastructure.
• PRO PHASE 100W Integrated Power Unit Power unit with integrated 100W PSU providing high-power charging through dual USB-C ports, featuring a replaceable TUF USB cartridge, built-in power supply, and multiple on/under-surface mounting options. Targeted at enterprise offices and furniture OEMs requiring dual-laptop or high-demand device charging without plug bricks.
• PICCOLO Compact High-Power USB Unit Compact high-power USB power unit delivering up to 60W via USB-C for laptop charging and 12W via USB-A for phones/tablets, designed for use with the QF30 PSU or QIKPAC battery. Targeted at offices and furniture integrations needing compact high-power USB charging.
• PHASE On/Under-Surface Power Unit On/under-surface power unit with two modular apertures configurable with AC power, TUF USB modules, and data/AV options, featuring a concealed mounting bracket with back or base cable exit. Targeted at offices, meeting rooms, and furniture integrations.
• PULSE Clamp-On Power Unit Clamp-on power unit featuring a floating design above the work surface to maximize desktop space, with modular construction accepting power, USB, and data options and flexible installation choices. Targeted at desks where surface space is at a premium.
• PLUTO Customizable On-Desk Power Unit Customizable on-desk power unit available in colour of choice or with a custom logo, featuring an eye-catching design for boardrooms and meeting spaces. Targeted at premium meeting rooms and boardrooms requiring branded power.
• PIXELTUF In-Desk Power Unit In-desk power unit combining an AC power socket with a TUF USB module, optionally specified with a wireless charger. Targeted at desks and meeting tables needing integrated AC, USB, and wireless charging.
• PANDA On-Desk Power Unit On-desk power unit with a signature black-on-white colour scheme and customizable options, supporting AC power, data, and TUF USB charging. Targeted at modern offices, hot-desking, and meeting spaces.
• PEAK In-Desk Power Unit In-desk power unit with a floating surface design suitable for modern conference rooms, accepting QIKFIT power, Data/AV, and TUF modules. Targeted at conference and meeting spaces.
• TUF USB Charging Modules Range of USB charging modules including TUF-R HP (high power up to 100W), TUF 25W A+C, and TUF-R C+C variants, featuring a patented replaceable cartridge design for fast, safe service maintenance. Targeted at OEMs and end customers needing serviceable, high-power USB charging modules across product lines.
• ARC DOT Wireless Charging Unit Wireless charging unit for workplace deployment, providing discreet, fast wireless charging capability. Targeted at offices, meeting rooms, and furniture integrations needing cable-free device charging.
• PATHFINDER Cable Spine Vertical cable management solution for height-adjustable desks, using a flexible spine system for clean cable routing. Targeted at sit-stand desks and furniture integrations needing tidy cable management.
• QIKTRAY Cable Tray Cable tray for horizontal cable management in office and furniture installations. Targeted at office fit-outs, sit-stand desks, and laboratory furniture requiring organized cable routing.
• QF30 150W Power Supply Unit 150W AC-DC power supply unit replacing the QF30 PSU, providing power for TUF HP USB modules and compatible devices. Targeted at OEMs and enterprise customers using TUF HP USB modules and QIKPAC battery charging.
• PIP In-Panel Power Module In-panel power module with PIP 2 and PIP 3 versions made from 60% post-consumer recycled, fire-retardant plastics, representing OE's sustainable product initiative. Targeted at sustainability-focused enterprises and educational institutions.
• POSE Freestanding Power Unit Freestanding power unit for flexible placement in workspaces where fixed installation is not practical. Targeted at agile and reconfigurable workspaces needing mobile floor-standing power.
• PLATEAU In-Surface Power Unit In-surface power unit suitable for mounting in screens, available in two or three gang configurations with AC power and data options. Targeted at screens, partitions, and shared surfaces needing integrated power.
• PANDORA Rotating In-Surface Power Unit Rotating in-surface power unit that sits flush when closed and offers 360-degree power access when open, configurable with AC sockets, Data/AV, and TUF USB modules. Targeted at meeting tables and conference furniture needing hidden, rotatable power access.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200Wh usable battery capacity provides approximately 20 hours of laptop charging, 50 hours of tablet charging, or 200 hours of cell phone charging
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Marson FurniturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOE supplies power units, PATHFINDER cable management, QIKTRAY cable tray, and bespoke service mast solutions for Marson's SMARTLab relocatable laboratory furniture system. OE pre-wires and tests RCD protected electrical sockets for bench-mounted service masts.
• StavertoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOE collaborated with Staverton to build agile sit-stand desk solutions with integrated cable management and power options.
• FremcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOE worked with Frem to incorporate ANIMATE battery power and PICCOLO high-power USB charging into the Oasis Soft Social Booth product line.
• OrangeboxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOE provided integrated power solutions for University of Birmingham project through Orangebox furniture manufacturer, including power units in desked study areas and under soft seating.
• Southern BroadstockcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFurniture supplier for University of Birmingham project, distributing OE power solutions integrated into Orangebox furniture.
• Ian Simpson ArchitectsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOE products installed in No1 Spinningfields building designed by Ian Simpson Architects for PwC Manchester office, demonstrating integration with high-profile architectural projects.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric is a global electrical equipment, power distribution, and building automation major. Its Clipsal and Aviva brands overlap with OE in power modules for commercial and educational spaces, though Schneider operates far broader industrial and utility businesses.
• Eaton: Eaton is a global power management major with strength in electrical distribution, surge protection, and PDUs. Its commercial wiring device portfolio overlaps with OE's in-desk and on-desk power products, though Eaton is far broader in industrial and data center power.
• ABB: ABB is a global electrification, motion, and automation major. It competes in building electrical distribution and power electronics at scale, with much larger R&D and international reach than OE, though not specialized in furniture-integrated power modules.
• Legrand: Legrand is a global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructure with broad exposure to power distribution, wiring devices, and data connectivity. Through its Wiremold and adorne brands, it competes across all of OE's core product categories but at much greater scale and channel breadth.

Direct peers

• Bachmann Group: Bachmann is a German manufacturer of in-desk and on-desk power, USB, and data connectivity modules (e.g., DESK series). It is the closest direct competitor to OE's QIKFIT, PHASE, and PULSE product families, serving the same office furniture OEM channel across Europe.
• Bretford: Bretford manufactures power management and charging solutions for education and enterprise, including charging carts and desktop power modules. It is a direct peer for OE in the education segment and for high-power USB-C workstation products.
• Byrne Electrical Specialists: Byrne is a US-based manufacturer of in-surface and below-surface power/data solutions for office furniture, conference tables, and educational furniture. It directly competes with OE's PLUTO, PHASE, and PANDORA product lines in the North American furniture OEM channel.
• MENNEKES: MENNEKES is a German specialist in industrial plugs, connectors, and e-mobility/charging infrastructure. It overlaps with OE in the GST18 connector ecosystem and furniture-integrated power, though it is more industrial/automotive focused.
• Wiremold (Legrand): Wiremold is Legrand's US underfloor and in-floor power/data distribution brand. It is the most direct competitor to OE's PowerConnect underfloor system, particularly for commercial office fit-outs in North America.

Emerging players

• Electric Mirror: Electric Mirror integrates power, USB, and lighting into mirrors and hospitality surfaces. While adjacent rather than direct, it represents an emerging player pursuing integrated power/connectivity in commercial built environments, similar in philosophy to OE's furniture integration approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses3 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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