Name

Primax Technologies

Legal name

Primax Technologies Inc.

Website

https://primaxpower.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Power Electronics

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Backup Power & Critical Power Systems (Generators/UPS) (IMAIABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

AC-DC Power Supplies (Industrial PSUs, DIN-rail, enclosed/open-frame) (IMAGADAA), DC-AC Inverters (Industrial inverters, standalone/embedded) (IMAGADAC), Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK)

Keywords

• Industrial UPS systems
• Battery chargers
• Power inverters
• Industrial rectifiers
• DC backup power

Headquarters

HQ city

Pointe-claire

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Industrial Power Electronics Hardware Sales: Primax designs, manufactures, and sells industrial DC and AC UPS systems, battery chargers, rectifiers, inverters, and related accessories. Revenue is generated through direct product sales to utilities, power generation, industrial, and oil & gas customers. The company also provides custom engineering solutions, site support, and project management services as part of complete system sales. Pricing is quote-based for custom-engineered solutions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Primax Technologies designs, manufactures, and sells industrial-grade DC and AC uninterruptible power systems (UPS), battery chargers (SCR and switchmode), DC-to-AC power inverters, industrial rectifiers, batteries, and AC/DC distribution panels. The company also offers custom engineering solutions for critical backup power in substations, power generation, industrial, and oil & gas applications.

Product overview

Primax Technologies is a power electronics manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of AC and DC power backup solutions for utilities, power generation, oil & gas, and industrial applications. The product line centers on two core AC systems: the P850u industrial UPS series and P850i DC-to-AC inverters, both featuring robust IGBT design with 20-year design life. The DC portfolio includes the P4600 SCR charger series and modular P600 switchmode charger family (encompassing Hot Swap, EZ Swap, EZ Pack, and Flex Power variants), alongside standalone DC UPS systems and P5500 industrial rectifiers. Supporting accessories include comprehensive battery solutions (Li-ion, VRLA, Ni-Cd, lead-acid variants), AC/DC distribution panels, and custom engineering services. The P600 series enables up to 80% size reduction versus traditional chargers, while the P4600 series supports high-power applications up to 3000A and 750VDC. Communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, IEC61850, and TCP/IP are built into charger and UPS products for SCADA integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• P850u AC UPS Series Industrial-grade double-conversion uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems for heavy and light industrial applications. Features robust IGBT design, full SCR static transfer switch (STS), IEEE 2405/NEMA PE5 compliant charger/rectifier, 20-year design life, cold start capability, and harsh environment protection options including sealed enclosures and stainless steel construction.
• P850i Series Inverters IGBT-based DC-to-AC power inverters operating at high frequency to provide clean AC power from a DC bus. Available in 125kVA (125Vdc input) and 250kVA (250Vdc input) ratings, with up to 600Vdc bus capability, full SCR static transfer switch (STS), and on-line/off-line operation modes.
• P4600 Series SCR Chargers Microprocessor-controlled thyristor (SCR) based battery chargers with digital control, touchscreen interface, and advanced communication protocols (TCP/IP, Modbus, DNP3, IEC61850). Supports up to 750VDC and 3000A in single or three phase configurations with 6, 12, or 18 pulse designs, 20+ year design life, and 5-year full warranty.
• P600 Hot Swap Charger Modular high-frequency switchmode battery charger with hot-swappable power modules. Up to 200A at 125Vdc fits in a 19-inch 5U expansion sub rack, compatible with Lead-acid, Ni-Cd, and Li-Ion batteries via CAN bus communication, with module or main controller replacement in under 10 minutes.
• P600 EZ Swap Charger Compact wall-mount switchmode battery charger with up to 3x5KW modules delivering up to 105A at 125Vdc. Features touchscreen display, modules interchangeable in under 10 minutes, and fits standard 19-inch and 23-inch relay racks.
• P600 EZ Pack Charger Pre-sized substation DC backup system conforming to IEEE485 and IEEE946 standards. Includes battery sizing for 8-hour backup at 1.75V per cell with automatic breaker sequencing and charger restoration to 90%+ capacity in 10-12 hours.
• P600 Flex Power Charger Portable battery charger with minimal ripple and THD, delivering 35A at 125Vdc or 65A at 24Vdc/48Vdc from 208-240Vac input. Features LCD interface for Float/Equalize/Alarm Reset operations and wall-mount capability for permanent installation.
• DC UPS Systems DC uninterruptible power supply systems providing seamless power transition during outages. Incorporates battery banks, efficient charging circuits, and optional inverters for AC output, tailored to telecommunications, industrial controls, and data center applications.
• P5500 Industrial Rectifiers Industrial rectifiers providing reliable regulated DC power with remote communication capabilities. Output voltage up to 600Vdc and current up to 2000A/2MVA, available in low-power (single enclosure) and high-power (dual enclosure) configurations with 4-20mA, 0-5V, web interface, serial communication, and TCP/IP connectivity.
• Battery Solutions Comprehensive battery solutions including Lithium-Ion, VRLA, flooded calcium, selenium lead-acid, pure lead (Planté), tubular and flat plate, and Ni-Cd (pocket plate and fibrous plate) technologies, with battery sizing performed using IEEE485 and IEEE1115 standards.
• AC Distribution Panels AC distribution panels for protecting critical loads with voltage ratings 24-600V AC/DC, bus current up to 2000A, and interrupting current 3kA-100kA. Available with circuit breakers, fast-acting fuses, TVSS protection, EPO, and Modbus communication.
• DC Distribution Panels DC distribution panels with branch fuses in series with circuit breakers for protection of DC critical loads. Supports manual and automatic DC transfer switches with Kirk-key interlocks and coordination with DC system components.
• Custom Engineering Solutions Custom engineering solutions including mechanical and electrical customization, system integration, special enclosure designs (drip-proof, stainless steel, air-conditioned, seismic), and bespoke functionality development tailored to specific project requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80% size and weight reduction compared to traditional chargers through high-frequency switchmode technology
• +4 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• EnerSys: Global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, including industrial batteries, chargers, and DC power systems. Sells complementary battery and charging products into the same utility and industrial customers as Primax.
• Eaton: Global power management major offering industrial UPS, battery chargers, and DC power systems for utilities and industrial customers. Direct overlap with Primax in switchgear-adjacent backup power, though Eaton serves a much broader portfolio across data centers, aerospace, and vehicle electrification.
• Trystar (Fairfield, OH): US-based power solutions provider offering industrial power distribution, transformers, and mobile/backup power. Visibly co-branded with Primax on primaxpower.com, suggesting commercial or ownership alignment; directly comparable product overlap in backup power for utilities and industrial markets.
• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation leader offering industrial UPS (Galaxy series), switchgear, and power conversion. Overlaps with Primax's utility and industrial backup offering and competes on large-scale tenders with significantly more financial and channel resources.
• Vertiv Holdings: Specialized provider of critical digital infrastructure including industrial-grade UPS, DC power systems, and battery monitoring. Closely aligned with Primax's substation/utility backup mission and serves data center, telecom, and industrial customers with overlapping product functionality.
• ABB: Diversified industrial and electrification major with a portfolio spanning UPS, switchgear, transformers, and substation automation for utilities. Competes with Primax in utility-grade DC backup and battery charging, though ABB's scale and breadth go far beyond Primax's specialty niche.

Direct peers

• AMETEK Solidstate Controls: Industrial UPS and battery charger manufacturer specifically serving utility, nuclear, and process industries — extremely close product, customer, and use-case overlap with Primax's P850u UPS and P4600/P600 charger lines.
• AEG Power Solutions: Specialized manufacturer of industrial UPS, battery chargers, and power conversion equipment for utilities, rail, and oil & gas — closely comparable niche focus, custom engineering model, and customer base to Primax's P850 and P4600 product lines.

Emerging players

• Sungrow Power Supply: Leading inverter and power conversion manufacturer originally focused on solar, now expanding into energy storage and industrial-grade power conversion. Overlaps with Primax's inverter and switchmode charger categories, particularly as grid-scale storage and renewable integration drive demand for industrial-grade DC/AC power electronics.
• DELTA Electronics: Global power and thermal management provider increasingly active in industrial UPS, inverters, and DC power for renewable/utility applications. Competes on switchmode charger and inverter categories where Primax's P600 and P850i reside, with cost-competitive scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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