What GridON does

GridON Ltd., founded in 2009-2010 and headquartered in Givatayim, Israel, develops and supplies fault current limiting (FCL) solutions that enable electrical grid operators to interconnect distributed generation and renewable energy sources without expensive network reinforcement. The company's product portfolio comprises three architectures: a passive, self-triggered saturated-core Fault Current Limiter (FCL) for medium-to-very-high-voltage distribution and transmission networks; a power-electronics Fault Current Limiting Interrupter (FCLi) for low-to-medium-voltage networks (available in 12MVA/11kV and 1.5MW/4kV ratings) that interrupts fault currents within roughly 0.5 milliseconds using a proprietary detection algorithm; and a Fault Current Limiter Diverter (FCLd) currently in development for high-voltage networks up to 38kV. All products are based on proprietary patented technology validated at KEMA Labs and referenced in the IEEE PC37.302 guideline.

GridON sells directly to transmission and distribution network operators, independent power producers, and industrial/commercial customers through enterprise field sales, with installations in live networks since 2013. Its revenue model is primarily hardware sales of FCL/FCLi systems under custom quote-based, multi-year contracts; FCL units are manufactured by Australian partner Wilson Transformer Company (also a shareholder), suggesting licensing/royalty and engineering partnership economics in addition to direct sales. The company claims its solutions save tens to hundreds of millions of dollars versus conventional switchgear and transformer upgrades, with FCLi payback expected in under one year.

The company is privately held and small (11-50 employees), with notable customers including UK Power Networks, Western Power Distribution, and National Grid Electricity Distribution in the UK, alongside recognition through the GE ecomagination Powering-the-Grid Award, Global Cleantech 100, UK Energy Innovation Award, and a European Commission Horizon 2020 grant. Leadership includes co-founder/CEO Yoram Valent and co-founder/Chairman Roy Iscovitsch, supported by a Chief Scientist (Vladimir Rozenshtein, formerly ABB and Israel Electric Company) and VP R&D Uri Garbi (formerly Texas Instruments, Zoran).

Name

GridON

Legal name

GridON Ltd.

Website

https://gridon.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GridON Ltd. develops and supplies patented fault current limiting solutions (saturated-core FCL, power-electronics FCLi, and FCLd in development) that enable utility network operators, independent power producers, and industrial customers to connect distributed generation and renewable energy sources to electrical grids without costly network reinforcements.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Power Grid Equipment

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612)

akta.pro primary industry

Power Transformers, Reactors & Auxiliary Power Systems (EUADACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

DER Connection Hardware & Interconnection Equipment (Transformers, Reclosers, PCC) (EUADALAL), Reactive Power & Power Quality Equipment (Capacitor Banks, Reactors, STATCOM/SVC, Harmonic Filters) (IMAGAAAG), Medium/Low-Voltage Power Distribution (MCCs, Panels, UPS, Grounding) (EUAEAFAB)

Keywords

• Fault current limiting
• Power electronics
• Electrical grid protection
• Distributed generation connection
• Grid reliability solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Tel Aviv

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - FCL/FCLi Systems: GridON generates revenue through the sale of its Fault Current Limiter (FCL) and Fault Current Limiting Interrupter (FCLi) products. Products are manufactured by subcontractors under GridON's supervision, with FCL products manufactured by Wilson Transformer Company partnership. The company sells directly to utility operators and industrial customers.
2. Engineering and Manufacturing Partnership: GridON has partnered with Wilson Transformer Company (Australia) as a shareholder and manufacturing partner for FCL products, indicating potential licensing/royalty arrangements for manufacturing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

GridON develops and manufactures proprietary Fault Current Limiting (FCL) solutions for electrical transmission and distribution networks. Its portfolio includes the power-electronics-based Fault Current Limiting Interrupter (FCLi) for low-to-medium voltage networks, the passive saturated-core Fault Current Limiter (FCL) for medium-to-high voltage networks, and the Fault Current Limiter Diverter (FCLd) under development for high-voltage applications up to 38kV. These systems enable utility operators, independent power producers, and industrial customers to connect distributed generation and renewable energy sources without expensive conventional network reinforcements.

Product overview

GridON provides innovative Fault Current Limiting solutions that improve operational flexibility in distribution networks and enable mass deployment of Distributed Generation and renewable energy sources. The product portfolio consists of three main offerings: the power-electronics Fault Current Limiting Interrupter (FCLi) for low-to-medium voltage networks enabling cost-effective DG and renewable source connections; the saturated-core Fault Current Limiter (FCL) for medium-to-high voltage distribution and transmission networks; and the Fault Current Limiter Diverter (FCLd) currently in development for high voltage networks up to 38kV. All products limit and interrupt fault currents from propagating through the network, preventing power failures and enabling grid capacity expansion without conventional network upgrades.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fault Current Limiting Interrupter (FCLi) Power-electronics based series-connected solid-state device that detects and interrupts excessive fault current in low-to-medium voltage networks within milliseconds (typically within 0.5 ms). Available in 12MVA (11kV) and 1.5MW (4kV) configurations, providing immediate recovery without part replacement after fault clearance. Designed for utility network operators, independent power producers, and industrial/commercial customers connecting distributed generation and renewable sources.
• Saturated-core Fault Current Limiter (FCL) Passive, self-triggered saturated-core system presenting high impedance during fault conditions and low impedance during normal operation. Combines proprietary electromagnetic flux alteration on a saturated core with conventional power transformer technology. Scalable to very high voltage and power ratings, fail-safe, and easy to install and maintain. Manufactured by Wilson Transformer Company.
• Fault Current Limiter Diverter (FCLd) Power-electronics based solution that creates a parallel diverting path for fault current upon detection of short-circuit conditions, limiting fault contribution within equipment ratings. Configurable and flexible proprietary fault detection mechanism allows selectivity of protection equipment. In development for high voltage networks up to 38kV and utility-scale power ratings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Saves between tens and hundreds of millions of dollars compared to customary network reinforcements
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Wilson Transformer CompanycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAustralian-based Wilson Transformer Company is a shareholder and engineering and manufacturing partner of GridON. They manufacture GridON's FCL products, offering a world-class portfolio of FCL products for all range of medium-to-very high voltage and power ratings.
• Western Power DistributioncoreTechnology or IntegrationUK utility company that selected GridON's FCLi to enable cost-effective connection of Distributed Generation and renewable energy sources. Part of WPD's FlexDGrid £17m project. GridON delivered 30MVA FCL within 7 months of contract signature for primary substation in Birmingham.
• UK Power NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationUK distribution network operator that adopted GridON's FCL as a commercial, business-as-usual solution. GridON's FCL has been operating at UK Power Networks' primary substation at Newhaven, UK since 2013, proving reliable operation and effective fault limiting.
• National Grid Electricity DistributioncoreTechnology or IntegrationUK distribution network operator operating GridON's power-electronics FCLi in live network. The FCLi has already interrupted several real-life network faults, eliminating fault current contribution from the generation plant into the public network.
• Energy Technologies Institute (ETI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerETI launched a £4m project with GridON to enable evolution of UK's electricity distribution networks. The ETI selected GridON's FCL to be tested in a live power network environment as part of efforts to reduce the impact of fault currents on electricity networks while minimizing capital expenditure in upgrading UK electrical networks.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Global energy management and automation company with extensive low/medium-voltage distribution equipment portfolio. Serves the same utility and industrial customers and offers competing protection and grid flexibility solutions.
• Eaton: Power management company with significant switchgear, protection, and power quality offerings serving utilities and industrial customers. Overlaps with GridON in fault current management and grid reliability solutions.
• Nexans: Global cable and electrical infrastructure provider expanding into grid accessories and connection systems. Serves overlapping utility customers and offers adjacent solutions for DG interconnection where fault currents are a concern.
• Toshiba Energy Systems: Power systems manufacturer with T&D equipment and protection offerings serving utilities globally. Historically active in superconducting FCL research and a potential competitor or acquirer in the FCL space.
• GE Grid Solutions (GE Vernova): GE's grid equipment arm offering protection, control, and T&D systems. GE previously awarded GridON its ecomagination challenge, signaling awareness of the FCL space and capability to compete with its own portfolio.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Major T&D and grid technology provider offering protection relays, switchgear, and grid integration solutions. Competes with GridON at the utility customer level and has the engineering depth to develop or acquire FCL capabilities.
• ABB: Global power and automation giant with T&D equipment portfolio including fault current limiters and protection systems. Directly relevant as a broad incumbent offering overlapping protection functionality and the scale to bundle FCL into larger substation contracts.

Emerging players

• SuperPower (Furukawa Electric): Developer of second-generation HTS wire and superconducting fault current limiter technology. Operates in the same FCL niche as GridON with a different (HTS) technical approach, focused on utility-scale projects.
• Zenergy Power / Bruker EST: Former developer of HTS-based fault current limiters, now part of Bruker's Energy Storage Superconductors division. Direct historical competitor to GridON in the FCL market with comparable utility demonstrations.

Others

• Wilson Transformer Company: Australian power and distribution transformer manufacturer and GridON's strategic shareholder/manufacturing partner. Comparable in transformer-based fault current limiting technology and a direct channel partner, though not a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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