Cepelec
Cepelec is a French specialty distributor and service provider, founded in 1986 in Grenoble, selling soldering, ESD protection, fume extraction, identification, and workstation equipment from 15+ global brands to electronics manufacturers and adjacent industrial verticals across France plus Switzerland, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1986
- HeadquartersSainte-Égrève, France
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Cepelec does
Cepelec SAS is a specialty industrial distributor and service provider founded in 1986 in the Grenoble area of France, focused on the electronics manufacturing sector and adjacent industrial verticals. The company sells and integrates professional equipment across five product domains: soldering (Weller stations and irons, Elmotec SolderSmart robots, Almit alloys and fluxes), ESD protection (Iteco antistatic packaging/clothing/test equipment, Abeba footwear, Gerflor flooring, Eurostat ionizers, Iteco Ghibli dry cabinets for moisture-sensitive components), industrial identification and traceability (Brady label printers, RFID solutions, LOTO lockout/tagout equipment), fume extraction (Purex systems for soldering smoke, laser marking, and 3D printing), and ergonomic workstations (Treston benches, Waldmann LED lighting, Iteco/JSC counting scales). Cepelec is the exclusive French distributor for Elmotec and Iteco and an authorized distributor for 15+ other global brands.
The business operates a three-stream revenue model: equipment and product distribution (hardware sales through direct and after-sales channels), Qualiopi- and Datadock-certified professional training (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, ESD, soldering, electrical safety/lockout), and consulting/audit services (ESD diagnostics, soldering process audits, ergonomic assessments, airflow audits, risk assessments, DUERP drafting). Distribution is sales-led with event-driven demand generation through participation in French industrial trade shows (SEPEM, Global Industrie, Micronora, Forum Électronique) and industry associations (PC2A, SNESE, IPC International). Pricing is generally quote-based for both equipment and training, with training delivered intra-company only at small group sizes (max 6-10 participants per session).
Cepelec is headquartered in Saint-Egrève (Grenoble) with regional offices in Lyon, Rennes, and Angers, and international presence in Switzerland, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The company is structured as a SAS (Société par Actions Simplifi ée) with €32,000 registered capital, is privately held under President Nathalie Soriano, and operates with 11-50 employees. Notable disclosed customers include HAGER (electronics manufacturing); the customer base spans electronics manufacturing as the primary segment, plus mechanical, medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, automotive, electrical, energy, and food processing industries. The company maintains an ecosystem of expert partners — Movigo (a sub-brand for IPC/ESD expertise), PEPS Ergonomie, 3DXP (additive manufacturing), ID3E (energy management), Actéo Ingénierie, Tera Environnement, and Capiotec — to extend its service depth beyond its core distribution activities.
Cepelec firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Cepelec
- Legal name
- Cepelec SAS
- Website
- https://cepelec.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1986
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Cepelec is a French specialty distributor and service provider, founded in 1986 in Grenoble, selling soldering, ESD protection, fume extraction, identification, and workstation equipment from 15+ global brands to electronics manufacturers and adjacent industrial verticals across France plus Switzerland, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where Cepelec is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Sainte-Égrève
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices8 records
Markets served
Cepelec business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Equipment and Product Distribution: Cepelec distributes professional equipment from leading brands including soldering stations, fume extractors, identification printers, ESD equipment, workstations, and industrial lighting to electronics manufacturers and related industries.
- Professional Training Services: Cepelec provides certified professional training in soldering techniques, IPC certifications, ESD control, electrical safety, and energy management. Training is certified Qualiopi and Datadock for potential funding by OPCO/OPCA.
- Consulting, Audits and Expert Services: Cepelec offers diagnostic services, audits, expertise, and advice on processes including ESD audits, soldering process audits, ergonomic assessments, airflow audits, and risk assessments.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | ESD Sensitization Training - 0.25 day (1h45) |
| Other | Multi-year contract | ESD Operator Training - 0.5 day (3h30) |
| Other | Multi-year contract | ESD Technician Training - 1 day (7h) |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
Cepelec product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Cepelec distributes professional equipment and consumables for electronics manufacturing — including soldering stations and robots, fume extraction systems, ESD protection equipment, industrial identification printers and RFID, ergonomic workstations, and lockout/tagout safety devices — sourced from 15+ leading global brands (Weller, Elmotec, Almit, Purex, Iteco, Brady, Treston, Waldmann, Gerflor, Abeba, Eurostat, Erem). The company supplements this distribution business with Qualiopi-certified professional training (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, IPC/WHMA-A-620, ESD awareness through coordinator, manual/automatic soldering, electrical safety), on-site audits (ESD, soldering process, ergonomic, airflow), and consulting services (alloy qualification, DUERP risk documents, energy management, additive manufacturing) for industrial electronics manufacturers and adjacent sectors.
Product overview
Cepelec is a specialist distributor and service provider founded in Grenoble in 1986, offering a comprehensive portfolio of industrial equipment and professional services for electronics manufacturing and related industries. The core offering spans five integrated domains: (1) Soldering solutions including Weller soldering stations and irons, Elmotec SolderSmart automated soldering robots, Almit solder wires/alloys/fluxes/pastes, and ZeroSmog fume extraction; (2) ESD (electrostatic discharge) protection comprising Iteco antistatic packaging/clothing/test equipment, Abeba ESD footwear, Gerflor ESD flooring, Eurostat ionizers, and Iteco Ghibli dry cabinets for MSL moisture management; (3) Industrial identification and traceability through Brady label printers (i7100, i5300, i5100, i3300, BBP12, BBP85, S3700, S3100, J7300, J5000, i7500, i4311, and portable M210, M611, M710, BMP51, M610, M511 series), RFID solutions, and LOTO lockout/tagout equipment; (4) Fume extraction featuring Purex extractors across multiple series (Fumecube, 200/400, Alpha, 650, 800, 1500i/1750i, 2000i, 5000i, iFume, Pulse Jet, Pur35, Fumebuster, Weldex 400, Cub3d, Xbase) for soldering smoke, laser marking, 3D printing, and industrial processes; and (5) Ergonomic workstations including Treston workbenches/tables (WB, Concept Ergo, TP, TPH) with 3D configurator, Waldmann LED lighting, and Iteco/JSC counting scales and component counters. These products are complemented by a full suite of Qualiopi-certified training services covering IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications, ESD awareness to coordinator-level training, manual and automatic soldering instruction, and electrical safety/consignation procedures, alongside consulting services such as ESD audits, soldering process audits, alloy qualification, air quality analysis, ergonomic assessments, used filter recycling, and Document Unique (DUERP) risk assessment writing. Cepelec also partners with expert organizations including Movigo (IPC/ESD/soldering expertise), 3DXP (additive manufacturing), ID3E (energy management), Actéo Ingénierie (airflow engineering), Tera Environnement (chemical air analysis), Impact Environnement Services (filter recycling), and PEPS Ergonomie (workplace ergonomics).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Weller soldering stations and irons Professional Weller soldering stations and soldering irons (WE, WT, WX, WXsmart series) with ESD protection for manual and repair soldering of electronic PCBs. Sold to electronics manufacturers and maintenance/service operations.
- Elmotec SolderSmart automatic soldering robots Swiss-made automated soldering robots (SolderSmart) with intuitive programming for automated PCB soldering with repeatable reliability. Distributed exclusively in France by Cepelec. For electronics manufacturers running automated production.
- Almit soldering consumables Soldering wires, alloys, fluxes, and solder pastes/creams (including lead-free tin-based alloys) for manual and automatic soldering of electronic PCBs. Distributed to electronics manufacturers.
- Purex fume and pollutant extraction systems Comprehensive range of fume and pollutant extractors (Fumecube, 200/400, Alpha, 650, 800, 1500i, 2000i, 5000i, iFume, Pulse Jet, Pur35, Fumebuster, Weldex 400, Cub3d, Xbase) for soldering smoke, laser marking, 3D printing, and industrial processes, including ESD-safe versions. For electronics manufacturers, laser marking operators, and 3D printing/additive manufacturing facilities.
- Iteco ESD and MSL equipment Italian-made ESD protective equipment including antistatic packaging, clothing, wristband/footwear testers, walking testers, electrostatic field meters, and MSL moisture-sensitive component management equipment (counting scales, baking ovens, Ghibli dry cabinets). Distributed exclusively in France by Cepelec. For electronics manufacturers with EPA zones.
- Brady industrial identification printers Industrial Brady label printers covering PCB identification, wire/cable marking, piping, laboratory, safety signage, lean/5S, RFID, and logistics — desktop (i7100, i5300, i5100, i3300, BBP12, BBP85, S3700, S3100, J7300, J5000, i7500, i4311) and portable (M210, M611, M710, BMP51, M610, M511) models. For industrial manufacturers and electronics production lines.
- Brady RFID traceability solutions RFID tags, labels, and readers for asset tracking, inventory management, and industrial traceability. For manufacturers and logistics operators needing automated identification.
- Treston industrial workstations Treston industrial workbenches, tables, chairs, and storage solutions (WB, Concept Ergo, TP, TPH series) including ESD-compatible workstations for electronics manufacturing, with a 3D configurator. For electronics manufacturers and industrial assembly operations.
- Waldmann industrial LED lighting Industrial LED lighting for workstations, machines, and workshop environments including magnifier lamps for precision electronic assembly. For industrial and electronics assembly operations.
- Gerflor ESD flooring and tiles ESD-protective flooring and tiles for EPA (Electrostatic Protected Areas) to safely ground personnel and prevent electrostatic discharge damage. For electronics manufacturers with protected zones.
- Abeba ESD footwear and work clothing Antistatic ESD footwear, work clothing, blouses, and safety shoes for personnel working in ESD-protected zones (EPA). For electronics manufacturers and industrial assembly operators.
- Eurostat ionizers and ESD testing equipment ESD ionizers including the Eurostat 6432e model for neutralizing static charges, plus additional ESD testing and protection equipment. For electronics manufacturers with EPA zones.
- Iteco Ghibli dry cabinets for MSL components Desiccant dry cabinets (Ghibli-PRO and Ghibli-ADVANCED series in 350L, 700L, 1400L sizes) for storing moisture-sensitive electronic components (MSD/MSL) below 5% RH with dry-logger monitoring; ADVANCED versions add Ethernet connectivity and LED lighting. For electronics manufacturers handling moisture-sensitive devices.
- Iteco County EVO component counters and JSC counting scales Component counting machines (County EVO and County-S EVO) for through-hole and SMD components with barcode reader and thermal printer support, plus precision JSC3/JSC6 counting scales with stainless steel platforms, rechargeable battery, and optional PC/thermal printer connectivity. For electronics manufacturers and inventory/kit preparation operations.
- Brady lockout/tagout (LOTO) safety equipment Brady LOTO equipment including padlocks, lock boxes, and isolation devices for electrical and energy source tagging. For industrial maintenance and safety operations.
- Qualiopi-certified IPC-A-610 training Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) certification training for the IPC-A-610 standard covering acceptance of electronic assemblies, with both theory and practice components. For electronics production, quality, and inspection personnel.
- Qualiopi-certified IPC/WHMA-A-620 training Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) training for IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard covering requirements and acceptance for cable and wire harness assemblies. For electronics and harness assembly personnel.
- ESD training programs (awareness, operator, technician, coordinator) Tiered ESD awareness and certification training programs from basic sensitization through coordinator level, with theory plus practice formats and e-learning option. Qualiopi certified. For electronics manufacturing personnel operating in or supporting EPA zones.
- Manual and automatic soldering training Soldering training covering SMD and through-hole components, visual inspection per IPC-A-610, and wave/reflow processes for both manual and automated lines. For electronics assembly operators and production technicians.
- Electrical safety and lockout training (habilitation électrique, consignation) Electrical habilitation training and dangerous energy isolation/lockout procedures for industrial environments. For maintenance personnel, electricians, and industrial safety staff.
- On-site ESD audits and diagnostics On-site ESD audits, diagnostic assessments, EPA zone evaluations, and compliance reporting for electrostatic discharge risk management. For electronics manufacturers operating EPA zones.
- PCB assembly process audits Process audits from individual workstations to complete production lines, covering safety, performance, and quality recommendations for electronics assembly. For electronics manufacturers seeking production optimization.
- Soldering alloy qualification service Soldering alloy selection assistance, testing on customer equipment, and conformance validation to IPC standards with ongoing results monitoring. For electronics manufacturers switching or qualifying new alloys.
- Air quality analysis and airflow audits Air quality analysis for pollutants, fumes, particles, and VOCs in production environments, plus ductwork and airflow system auditing. Delivered via partners Tera Environnement and Actéo Ingénierie. For industrial operators needing clean-air compliance.
- Used Purex filter recycling service Used filter recycling service for Purex extraction equipment, including hazardous waste collection with tracking documents. Delivered via partner Impact Environnement Services. For industrial users of Purex extraction systems.
- DUERP risk prevention document drafting Drafting of the unique professional risk prevention document (Document Unique / DUERP) covering risk identification, regulatory compliance evaluation, and safety action planning. For industrial employers required to maintain DUERP under French law.
- Ergonomic workplace assessments Ergonomic workplace assessment and improvement recommendations from individual workstations to full production lines, with QVT (quality of life at work) analysis. Delivered with PEPS Ergonomie partner. For industrial operators seeking ergonomics and TMS/MSD prevention.
- 3DXP additive manufacturing services Additive manufacturing and 3D printing services including prototyping, small series production, ESD materials, technical materials, and customized training, delivered with partner 3DXP led by Sébastien Schoumacker, PhD in Chemistry. For industrial users exploring 3D printing.
- ID3E energy management consulting Energy management and data analysis services including energy diagnostics, consumption measurement, process data analysis, and PROREFEI training, delivered with expert David Brun. For industrial operators managing energy consumption and costs.
- Movigo by Cepelec expert services Expert services (Movigo by Cepelec) covering ESD audits and training, manual soldering training, IPC-A-610 certification, production electronics auditing, and MSL moisture sensitivity level management. For electronics manufacturers needing specialized technical expertise.
Quantifiable outcome
- ESD sensitization training: 100% success rate (70% minimum QCM pass rate)
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Cepelec
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Cepelec technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
Cepelec partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
23 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- WellercoreCepelec distributes Weller soldering equipment including stations, soldering irons, tips, and fume extraction solutions. Weller is a leading global brand in soldering technology.
- PurexcoreCepelec distributes Purex fume extraction systems for soldering, laser marking, and industrial pollutant removal. Purex is a specialist in air extraction and filtration technology.
- BradycoreCepelec distributes Brady identification and traceability solutions including industrial printers, labels, RFID systems, and safety/consignation equipment.
- ElmoteccoreCepelec is the exclusive French distributor for Elmotec SolderSmart automatic soldering robots. Elmotec manufactures Swiss-made robotic soldering systems with intuitive programming.
- AlmitcoreCepelec distributes Almit soldering alloys, wires, pastes, and fluxes. Almit is a specialist in brazing alloys and soldering materials.
- ItecocoreCepelec is the exclusive French distributor for all Iteco products including ESD equipment, MSL moisture sensitivity solutions, counting scales, component counters, and dry cabinets. Iteco is an Italian company founded in 1981.
- TrestoncoreCepelec distributes Treston industrial workstations and ergonomic furniture including workbenches, chairs, and ESD-compatible workstations for electronics manufacturing.
- WaldmanncoreCepelec distributes Waldmann industrial LED lighting including workstation lamps, machine lighting, and luminaires for industrial environments.
- GerflorcoreCepelec distributes Gerflor ESD flooring and tiles for protected areas against electrostatic discharges (EPA zones).
- AbebacoreCepelec distributes Abeba ESD antistatic safety shoes and professional footwear for industrial workers in electronics manufacturing environments.
- EurostatcoreCepelec distributes Eurostat ESD protection equipment including ionizers (e.g., Eurostat 6432e) for neutralizing static charges in protected zones.
- Movigo by CepeleccoreMovigo provides ESD audits and training, soldering process audits, IPC-A-610 certification training, and production audits for electronics manufacturing optimization.
- PEPS ErgonomieminorPEPS Ergonomie provides ergonomic assessments, workplace improvement consulting, QVT (quality of life at work), and TMS/RPS prevention services.
- 3DXPminor3DXP provides additive manufacturing/3D printing expertise including materials, prototyping, small series production, and personalized training. Led by Sébastien Schoumacker, PhD in Chemistry.
- ID3EminorID3E provides energy management consulting including energy diagnostics, consumption measurement, equipment selection, and PROREFEI training. Led by David Brun with 20 years of experience.
- rEActiv2MminorrEActiv2M provides risk prevention services including safety audits, signage installation, prevention plans, chemical risk assessment, and DUERP (unique professional risk prevention document) drafting.
- Actéo IngénierieminorActéo Ingénierie provides airflow auditing and climate engineering expertise, ventilation studies, fume extraction optimization, and cleanroom design.
- Tera EnvironnementminorTera Environnement provides chemical air analysis including fumes, COV, particles, and pollutant testing for industrial environments.
- Impact Environnement ServicesminorImpact Environnement Services provides recycling of used extraction filters from Purex systems and other air pollution equipment, including hazardous waste collection with tracking documents.
- CapiotecminorCapiotec provides training and services for lockout of dangerous energies and electrical safety procedures.
- IPC InternationalcoreCepelec offers IPC CIS certification training for IPC-A-610 (electronic assemblies), IPC-A-600 (printed boards), and IPC/WHMA-A-620 (cables and wire harnesses) standards. IPC is the global industry standards organization.
- PC2AminorPC2A is the Grenoble association for electronics development and competence center, organizing technical days, conferences, and working groups. Cepelec participates in their activities and events.
- SNESEminorSNESE (Syndicat National des Entreprises de Sous-traitance Électronique) is the National Union of Electronic Subcontracting Companies. Cepelec participates in SNESE events and activities.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Cepelec competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Mouser Electronics: Global electronics component and equipment distributor with strong French presence; serves overlapping EMS and industrial customers but with broader component focus.
- Farnell / element14: Global broadline electronics distributor serving industrial, maintenance, and R&D customers with soldering, test, ESD, and identification categories; competes at the larger, broader end of Cepelec's market.
- RS Components (RS Group): Large industrial and electronics distributor active in France with extensive soldering, ESD, and identification portfolios; overlaps with Cepelec's customer base but at significantly larger scale.
Others
- Brady Corporation: Industrial identification and traceability manufacturer; core distributed brand for Cepelec and a comparable reference for how the underlying supplier competes in the same end markets.
- Purex: UK-based fume extraction manufacturer whose equipment Cepelec distributes; key supplier relationship that also illustrates the supplier-side competitor dynamics for fume extraction distribution.
- Weller Tools (Apex Tool Group): Soldering equipment brand whose products Cepelec distributes in France; relevant as both supplier and indirect competitive reference point for category leadership.
- Eurostat Group: ESD protection equipment manufacturer whose ionizers and testers Cepelec distributes; relevant as both supplier and adjacent specialty ESD vendor.
Regional players
- Ellsworth Adhesives Europe: Specialty European distributor of adhesives, soldering materials, and dispensing equipment for electronics assembly; comparable niche distribution model with similar end customers.
Direct peers
- Distrelec (Dätwyler): Pan-European electronics and industrial distributor headquartered in Switzerland; overlaps directly with Cepelec in electronic components, soldering, ESD, and identification product categories across DACH/Benelux/France.
- Reeco: Polish distributor and integrator of ESD equipment, soldering tools, and industrial workstations for electronics manufacturing; closely comparable niche industrial distributor profile.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance5 records
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Cepelec leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Cepelec funding detail
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Investors
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Frequently asked questions about Cepelec
What does Cepelec do?
Cepelec distributes professional equipment and consumables for electronics manufacturing — including soldering stations and robots, fume extraction systems, ESD protection equipment, industrial identification printers and RFID, ergonomic workstations, and lockout/tagout safety devices — sourced from 15+ leading global brands (Weller, Elmotec, Almit, Purex, Iteco, Brady, Treston, Waldmann, Gerflor, Abeba, Eurostat, Erem). The company supplements this distribution business with Qualiopi-certified professional training (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, IPC/WHMA-A-620, ESD awareness through coordinator, manual/automatic soldering, electrical safety), on-site audits (ESD, soldering process, ergonomic, airflow), and consulting services (alloy qualification, DUERP risk documents, energy management, additive manufacturing) for industrial electronics manufacturers and adjacent sectors.
Is Cepelec a public or private company?
Cepelec is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Cepelec founded?
Cepelec was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Cepelec based?
Cepelec is headquartered in Sainte-Égrève, France, in the Europe region.
How does Cepelec make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Equipment and Product Distribution is the primary driver. The others are professional Training Services and consulting, Audits and Expert Services.
Who are Cepelec's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Mouser Electronics, Farnell / element14 and RS Components (RS Group). Others are Brady Corporation, Purex, Weller Tools (Apex Tool Group) and Eurostat Group. Ellsworth Adhesives Europe is listed as a regional player. Direct peers are Distrelec (Dätwyler) and Reeco.
Does Cepelec have an API?
No public API is recorded for Cepelec.