What Larson Electronics does

Larson Electronics, founded in 1973 by Earnie Larson and headquartered in Kemp, Texas, is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of industrial-grade electrical equipment. The company designs and builds explosion-proof and hazardous-location lighting, power distribution equipment, and portable lighting and power systems. Core product categories include Class I and Class II rated explosion-proof lighting fixtures, industrial transformers ranging from 0.5 kVA to 3,000 kVA, three-phase panelboards, buck-boost transformers, light towers (including the proprietary Megatower™), generator-powered EV charging stations, UVC sanitation equipment, explosion-proof fans and heaters, and solar-powered surveillance towers. The company holds NRTL certification to UL standards, OSHA compliance, ATEX/IEC Ex ratings on select ventilation products, CSA certification, and a GSA Contract (47QSWA21D0060) with CCR Cage Code 41TL0 and SAM UEI for direct federal procurement.

The business operates a direct B2B go-to-market: a transactional e-commerce storefront (larsonelectronics.com), phone sales (1-800-369-6671), email inquiries ([email protected]), and a dedicated military and international line (214-616-6180). Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales across a catalog that spans roughly $110 entry-level LED fixtures to over $500,000 generator-powered EV charging stations and large distribution transformers. Additional revenue streams include custom engineering and build-to-spec services, equipment rentals for hazardous-location lighting, and government procurement under the GSA contract. Customer segments span oil and gas, mining and chemical processing, construction and infrastructure, government and military, agriculture, data center power infrastructure, and emerging use cases such as cannabis extraction rooms.

Larson serves verticals where ignition risk, regulatory compliance, and durability in harsh environments are decisive purchase criteria. The company has continuously broadened its catalog — adding solar-powered portable surveillance, UVC disinfection under a Larson Medical Supply sub-brand, and data center switchgear — suggesting active product-line extension within its industrial core. The company is owner-operated with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or public listing.

Name

Larson Electronics

Legal name

Larson Electronics LLC

Website

https://larsonelectronics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Larson Electronics is a privately held U.S. manufacturer, founded in 1973 in Kemp, Texas, that designs and builds explosion-proof lighting, industrial transformers, power distribution equipment, and portable lighting/power systems for oil and gas, mining, government, construction, and data center customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electrical Equipment

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Hazardous Location & Explosion-Proof Lighting (ATEX/IECEx, intrinsically safe fixtures) (IMAGAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF), Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights) (IMAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Explosion proof lighting
• Hazardous location lighting
• Industrial power distribution
• Industrial transformers
• Portable light towers

Headquarters

HQ city

Kemp

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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. Industrial Lighting Product Sales: One-time hardware sales of explosion proof lights, LED fixtures, hazardous location lighting, and portable lighting equipment. Products range from $110 to $50,000+ based on specifications.
2. Power Distribution Equipment Sales: Sales of industrial transformers (0.5 kVA to 3000 kVA), power distribution panels, disconnect switches, and electrical apparatus. Products include dry type, encapsulated, and liquid filled transformers.
3. Custom Engineering and Build Services: Custom build services for lighting systems and power distribution equipment to customer specifications. The company crafts products to fit unique operational demands.
4. Equipment Rentals: Rental options available for explosion proof lighting systems and hazardous location lighting systems for temporary applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Larson Electronics manufactures and sells industrial-grade explosion-proof lighting, hazardous location fixtures, and power distribution equipment including industrial transformers, portable power substations, disconnect switches, and light towers. The company also offers generator-powered EV chargers, UVC sanitation equipment, explosion-proof cameras, fans, and custom-engineered electrical solutions, with direct sales through its e-commerce storefront, phone sales team, and a GSA contract for government procurement.

Product overview

Larson Electronics is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial-grade electrical equipment and lighting solutions. The product portfolio centers on explosion proof and hazardous location lighting (including Explosion Proof Lights, Explosion Proof High Bay LED Fixtures, Light Towers, and Megatower™), complemented by power distribution systems (Industrial Transformers, Power Distribution Panels with KVA Transformers, 3-Phase Electrical Panelboards, Buck and Boost Transformers, Liquid Filled Distribution Transformers, and Disconnect Switches), and emerging product lines including Generator Powered Electric Vehicle Chargers. Additional offerings span UVC sanitation equipment (Portable Ultraviolet Equipment, UVC Sanitation Boxes, HVAC UV Lighting Equipment), security and surveillance products (Explosion Proof Network & IP Cameras, Portable Solar Security Surveillance Towers), ventilation solutions (Explosion Proof Fans & Blowers), and specialized lighting for marine, hunting, and dock applications (Dock Lights, Handheld Spotlights, Remote Control Spotlights, LED Light Bars). The company also offers custom manufacturing capabilities and a rental program for temporary lighting needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Larson Medical Supply: Medical supply division offering HVAC UV lighting equipment, portable UVC equipment, and UVC sanitation boxes for healthcare applications.

Products and services

• Explosion Proof Lights Hazardous location lighting fixtures NRTL certified to UL standards and OSHA compliant for use in areas where flammable petrochemical vapors and/or pulverized dust exist, rated Class 1 Division 1 and 2 or Class 2 Division 1 and 2. Sold to oil & gas, mining, chemical processing, and other industrial operators.
• Explosion Proof High Bay LED Fixtures High bay and low bay LED fixtures for hazardous locations including paint spray booths, with wattages from under 50W to 300W. Designed for industrial facilities requiring Class-rated illumination.
• Light Towers Portable and trailer-mounted light towers for temporary illumination in construction, mining, infrastructure, and emergency response applications.
• Megatower Industrial Portable Light Tower Industrial-grade portable light tower with integrated generator for extended operation in remote locations.
• Light Towers with Generators Self-contained light towers with integrated diesel or gas generators for off-grid temporary lighting applications.
• Industrial Transformers Power transformers ranging from 0.5 kVA to 250 kVA including dry type, encapsulated, step-down, and DOE efficiency compliant units for industrial power distribution.
• Power Distribution Panels with KVA Transformers Portable power distribution substations that convert voltage and enable operators to power multiple devices from various receptacles, used for plant maintenance, events, and remote work areas.
• 3-Phase Electrical Panelboards Three-phase electrical panelboards available in ratings from 125A to 800A for industrial power distribution applications.
• Buck and Boost Transformers Autotransformers that increase (boost) or decrease (buck) line voltage by 5-20% to improve performance and lifespan of industrial equipment, available in single phase, three phase delta, and three phase wye configurations.
• Liquid Filled Distribution Transformers Oil-filled distribution transformers including pad mount and overhead units for utility and industrial power distribution from 5 KVA to 10,000 KVA.
• Disconnect Switches - Fused, Non-Fused, Circuit Breaker Industrial disconnect switches including fused, non-fused, and circuit breaker variants for safe electrical isolation in industrial applications.
• Generator Powered Electric Vehicle Chargers Portable EV charging stations powered by diesel, gas, or propane generators for temporary or off-grid electric vehicle charging applications.
• Explosion Proof Network & IP Cameras Hazardous location certified network and IP cameras for surveillance in explosive environments.
• Explosion Proof Fans & Blowers ATEX and IEC Ex certified explosion proof ventilation fans and blowers for hazardous location cooling and air circulation.
• Portable Solar Security Surveillance Towers Solar-powered portable towers with integrated security cameras and alarm systems for remote surveillance applications.
• Solar Powered LED Lights Solar-powered LED lighting solutions for off-grid and energy-efficient illumination applications.
• Extraction Room Lighting and Equipment Explosion proof lighting and equipment specifically designed for marijuana and cannabinoid extraction rooms using chemical solvents, including Class I Division 1 fixtures, dimmable lights, and emergency lighting.
• Portable Ultraviolet Equipment - 254nm UVC Portable UVC disinfection equipment including sanitation carts and handheld lights for anti-viral and anti-bacterial decontamination applications.
• UVC Sanitation Boxes UVC disinfection cabinets and conveyor ovens for decontaminating equipment and packages using ultraviolet light technology.
• HVAC UV Lighting Equipment UVC lighting systems for HVAC condensing coil disinfection and air sanitation in commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• General Light Rentals Rental program for explosion proof lighting systems and hazardous location lighting for temporary industrial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products NRTL certified to UL standards and compliant with OSHA Safety Standards
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Signify (Cooper Lighting Solutions): Signify, through Cooper Lighting Solutions, is a leading industrial and commercial lighting manufacturer with hazardous-location products overlapping with Larson's lighting catalog, though at much broader scale and channel reach.
• ABB: ABB manufactures power and distribution transformers, switchgear, and industrial electrical equipment globally, competing with Larson's industrial transformer and power distribution panel offerings at much larger scale.
• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric offers industrial transformers, power distribution, and hazardous-location electrical solutions through its Square D and Telemecanique brands, broadly overlapping with Larson's power distribution and transformer lines.
• Emerson Electric (Appleton Group): Emerson's Appleton and O-Z/Gedney brands manufacture explosion-proof electrical equipment, lighting, and power distribution products serving oil & gas and industrial markets — a large incumbent competing across Larson's portfolio.
• Hubbell (Killark / Chalmit): Hubbell's Killark and Chalmit brands specialize in hazardous-location lighting, enclosures, and electrical products, overlapping directly with Larson's explosion-proof lighting and power distribution catalog.
• Federal Signal: Federal Signal's industrial group includes hazardous-location lighting, strobes, beacons, and warning equipment overlapping with Larson's strobe/beacon and explosion-proof lighting SKUs, particularly for industrial and government customers.
• Eaton (Crouse-Hinds): Eaton's Crouse-Hinds division is a global leader in explosion-proof and hazardous-location electrical equipment, directly competing with Larson's flagship Class I/II product lines but at much larger scale and broader portfolio.

Direct peers

• Dialight: Dialight specializes in industrial LED lighting including hazardous-location fixtures for heavy industrial customers, directly comparable to Larson's LED explosion-proof high-bay and flood light products.
• Phoenix Lighting: Phoenix Lighting builds industrial and hazardous-location LED fixtures for mining, marine, oil & gas, and heavy industry — directly comparable product categories and customer base to Larson Electronics.
• Rig-A-Lite: Rig-A-Lite is a focused manufacturer of explosion-proof and hazardous-location LED lighting for oil & gas, petrochemical, and marine applications — the closest direct peer to Larson's core explosion-proof lighting business.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/larsonlights
• Facebookfacebook.com/LarsonElectronics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/larson-electronics-magnalight

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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