What Metronelec does

Metronelec is a French industrial equipment distributor and manufacturer founded in 1975 by Francis Anglade, headquartered in Carrières-sur-Seine, France, with 11-50 employees. The company specializes in the manufacture and distribution of equipment and consumables for electronic card (PCBA) and microelectronics production, serving EMS contract manufacturers, OEM electronics producers, microelectronics assembly firms, and QA/testing laboratories across automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors.

The product portfolio spans the full PCBA manufacturing workflow, organized into four categories: Production CMS (SMT placement machines from Juki, MPM screen printers, ITW Vitronics Soltec reflow/selective soldering, Camalot dispensing, cleaning, and conformal coating systems), Production Micro-electronic (MRSI die bonders, F&K Delvotec wire bonders, Ficontec optical/photonic assembly), Inspection & Control Labo (KohYoung 3D AOI/SPI, Nordson X-ray and bond testing, Gen7 acoustic microscopy, Gilardoni tomography, contamination analyzers, solderability testers), and Consumables (Humiseal coatings, Loctite solder paste, Emil Otto fluxes, W-Tech moisture-control products). The company distributes products from 27+ partner brands globally and sells its own W-Tech branded humidity management equipment acquired in 2019.

The business model combines direct enterprise field sales from France and three subsidiaries (China opened 2009, Tunisia 2010, Morocco 2019) with an international distributor network covering roughly 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Russia, plus an e-commerce shop for consumables. Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contracts and a 1-year parts and labor warranty. Revenue derives primarily from hardware sales of capital equipment distributed from third-party brands, supplemented by recurring consumables revenue and proprietary W-Tech product sales. Industry membership includes IEC, ACSIEL, IPC, and SNESE.

Name

Metronelec

Legal name

METRONELEC

Website

https://metronelec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Metronelec, founded in 1975 in France, manufactures and distributes equipment and consumables for PCBA and microelectronics production — distributing 27+ partner brands plus its own W-Tech moisture-control line — serving EMS, OEM electronics, and QA/testing labs across 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronics Manufacturing Equipment

NAICS

Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing (334412), Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423690), Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (42343)

SIC

Printed Circuit Boards (3672), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Electrical Apparatus & Equipment, Wiring Supplies (5063)

akta.pro primary industry

PCB Assembly (PCBA/EMS) (HDAHAOAI)

Keywords

• SMT assembly equipment
• PCB production machinery
• Electronics manufacturing consumables
• Automated optical inspection
• Microelectronics production systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Charrey-sur-seine

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Distribution: Distribution of branded equipment for PCB production and microelectronics including placement machines, screen printers, reflow ovens, inspection systems, and automation equipment from partner brands like Juki, Nordson, KohYoung, ITW, Universal Robots, and others.
2. Consumables Sales: Sale of consumables including fluxes, conformal coatings (Humiseal), cleaning products, solder pastes (Loctite), adhesives, desiccants, dry packs, tapes, and component packaging materials through e-commerce and direct sales.
3. W-Tech Branded Products: Since 2019 acquisition, Metronelec sells W-Tech branded equipment and consumables including dry cabinets, component counters, climatic chambers, vacuum packaging machines, and component conditioning products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Metronelec manufactures and distributes equipment and consumables for PCBA (printed circuit board assembly) and microelectronics production. The portfolio covers the full manufacturing workflow including SMT component placement, screen printing, reflow and selective soldering, cleaning, conformal coating, X-ray and AOI inspection, and bond testing, complemented by consumables such as fluxes, conformal coatings, solder pastes, adhesives, and humidity management solutions. Distribution is conducted through direct sales in France, regional subsidiaries in China/Tunisia/Morocco, a network of approximately 20 international distributors, and an e-commerce shop for consumables.

Product overview

Metronelec is a manufacturer and distributor of equipment and consumables for electronic card and microelectronics production, serving the industry since 1975. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized across four main categories: Production CMS (SMT equipment including JUKI placement machines, MPM screen printers, ITW soldering systems, and Axxon coating systems), Production Micro-electronic (MRSI die bonders, F&K Delvotec wire bonders, Ficontec assembly systems), Inspection & Control Labo (KohYoung 3D AOI and SPI systems, Nordson X-ray and bond testing equipment, Gilardoni tomography, acoustic microscopes), and Consumables (Humiseal conformal coatings, LOCTITE solder pastes, Emil Otto fluxes, W-Tech moisture control products). The product lineup includes robotics solutions (MiR autonomous mobile robots, Universal Robots cobots, Ipsum tek industrial AMRs), testing equipment (contaminometers, solderability testers), and comprehensive cleaning, marking, and dispensing systems. Metronelec distributes internationally through subsidiaries in France, China, Tunisia, and Morocco, representing 26 partner brands including Nordson, KohYoung, Juki, ITW, Universal Robots, and Humiseal. The company emphasizes Industry 4.0 connectivity with MES/ERP integration capabilities and AI-powered inspection algorithms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MYC50 Conformal Coating System Automated inline coating system for precise application of protective conformal coatings on printed circuit boards, featuring multi-axis control, adjustable spray patterns, and comprehensive safety features for electronics manufacturing lines.
• JUKI LX-8 Component Placement Machine High-speed, high-precision SMT placement system from Juki, handling components from 0201 metric to 65mm with variable laser height sensor for adaptive component placement, designed for complex electronic board assembly in high-volume production.
• MPM EDISON Screen Printing Machine High-precision screen printing machine for semiconductor applications from ITW/MPM, achieving ±8µm alignment accuracy and ±15µm print accuracy for ultra-fine pitch stencil printing of solder paste.
• ZENITH Alpha 3D AOI System 3D automated optical inspection system from KohYoung using Moiré technology with AI-powered algorithms for precise solder joint measurement and defect detection on PCBA assemblies.
• Quadra 7 Pro X-Ray Inspection System Advanced X-ray inspection system from Nordson Matrix with up to 20µm optical resolution, real-time AI-powered analysis algorithms, and inspection speeds up to 10,000 pcs/hour for automated quality control.
• Nordson DAGE 4000Plus Bondtester High-end bond testing equipment for testing mechanical strength of interconnections including wires, bumps, ribbons and balls in semiconductor and microelectronics applications.
• FlexCruiser-100 Industrial AMR Autonomous mobile robot (AMR) from Ipsum Tek for industrial logistics optimization, capable of transporting loads up to 100kg with SLAM-based navigation and 360° obstacle detection.
• Universal Robots Collaborative Cobots Collaborative robot series from Universal Robots with teach-by-demo functionality requiring no programming skills, featuring multiple I/O interfaces and universal communication ports for electronics production automation.
• KY8030-3 3D SPI System Industry's fastest true 3D solder paste inspection system from KohYoung with 91.2 cm²/sec speed, dual 3D inspection technology, and KSMART software for process optimization.
• UPI Universal Product Inspection System Versatile end-of-line visual inspection system from Prey by Detech with dual 20MP cameras for inspecting both sides of assemblies in under 4 seconds, featuring AI-powered analysis capabilities.
• Humiseal Conformal Coatings Complete range of Humiseal (Chase Corp) conformal coating products including solvent-based, water-based, acrylic, polyurethane, silicone, and UV-curable formulations for electronic protection, distributed by Metronelec since 2007.
• LOCTITE GC10 Solder Paste Henkel LOCTITE temperature-stable solder paste stable at 26.5°C for one year and up to 40°C for one month, featuring 24-hour abandonment time and 95% paste utilization rate.
• Emil Otto Flux Products Complete line of electronic fluxes from German manufacturer Emil Otto including EO-B series (no-clean rosin-based) and EO-G series (water-based) for wave soldering, selective soldering, and manual applications.
• W-Tech Moisture Control Equipment Proprietary comprehensive moisture control solutions including dry cabinets (X2B series achieving ≤5% RH), vacuum packaging machines, climate chambers, and humidity indicators for MSL-sensitive components.
• Centurion Reflow Oven Forced convection reflow soldering oven from Vitronics Soltec (ITW EAE) with patented CATHOX technology for flux management, featuring 8-12 heating zones and true air/nitrogen switching capability.
• DELTA X Selective Soldering System Wave soldering system from ITW EAE with innovative solder pot design, automatic alloy addition, configurable preheating zones, and SmartWave technology for optimized THT and SMT soldering.
• VectraElite Wave Soldering Machine Wave soldering machine from ITW EAE offering consistent solder quality with laminar or turbulent wave options, precise temperature control, and lead-free compatibility with dual wave options.
• Gen7 C-SAM Acoustic Microscope Latest generation acoustic micro-imaging system from Nordson Sonoscan with advanced features including PolyGate, SonoSimulator, Virtual Rescanning Mode, and Frequency Domain Imaging for detailed defect analysis.
• Contamino Ionographic Contamination Analyzers CT100 and CT1000 contamination testing systems compliant with MIL-P-28809 and MIL-STD-2000A standards for measuring ionic contamination on PCBs and assemblies.
• Menisco ST88 NEO Solderability Tester Proprietary versatile solderability testing equipment with solder bath and microball modules, meeting IPC/EIA J-STD 002 & 003, JEDEC MIL 883 L, and IEC 68-2-69 standards.
• Gilardoni X-Ray Systems Industrial X-ray and tomography systems from Italian manufacturer Gilardoni (XE-L and XE-S models) for detailed inspection of electronic assemblies with penetration up to 30mm steel and 160mm aluminum.
• NeoRouter Modula PCB Routing System High-performance mechanical routing system from Osai for precise separation of rigid and rigid-flex PCBs using high-speed milling spindle with dynamic control.
• NeoCut Laser Cutting System High-precision laser cutting system from Osai for contact-free PCB separation, offering clean cuts without burrs suitable for flexible, rigid, and rigid-flex boards.
• CAMALOT Prodigy Dispensing System Ultra-high precision fluid dispensing system from ITW EAE with patented SmartStream technology for consistent, uniform deposition of resins, adhesives, underfill, and dam & fill materials.
• Aquastorm 50 Cleaning System High-performance cleaning system from ITW EAE using Jet Impact Cleaning technology with multiple fluid dynamics nozzles for removing flux residues under low-clearance components.
• KohYoung Neptune Coating Thickness Inspector First industry 3D optical measurement system for transparent conformal coatings from KohYoung, providing micrometric precision measurements on all coating types with automated defect detection.
• F&K Delvotec M17 Laser Wire Bonder Next-generation laser wire bonder from F&K Delvotec for contact-free wire bonding, offering ultra-short cycle times, micrometric precision, and zero tool wear for demanding production environments.
• Ficontec Automatic Assembly Systems Flexible modular assembly systems from Ficontec for laser bar alignment, optical component assembly, LIDAR sensor assembly, and X-ray detector assembly with 1µm XYZ accuracy.
• Sikama Reflow Ovens Reflow ovens from Sikama combining direct conduction heating and targeted convection for exceptional thermal control in compact footprint, ideal for small components and high-density substrates.

Quantifiable outcome

• Response time of 48 hours for customer inquiries
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• JukicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJuki is a key partner for SMT placement equipment. Metronelec distributes Juki placement machines including the LX-8 high-speed placement system, RS-1 flexible placement system, and JM20 THT insertion machine. Juki equipment handles components from 0201 metric up to 74mm with placement speeds up to 42,000 CPH.
• Nordson Test & InspectioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNordson Test & Inspection division products including Quadra 7 Pro X-ray inspection systems, X3 inline X-ray systems, Stellar 4000 bondtester, Dage 4000Plus bondtester, Assure component counting systems, and GEN7 acoustic microscope are distributed by Metronelec.
• KohYoung TechnologycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKohYoung inspection equipment including Zenith Alpha 3D AOI, KY 8030-3 3D SPI, Neptune coating thickness measurement, KY-P3 connector inspection, and Meister S/D 3D measurement systems are distributed by Metronelec.
• ITW - Electronic Assembly EquipmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorITW EAE products including MPM screen printers (Momentum Elite, HiE, Momentum II 100, Edison), Vitronics Soltec soldering equipment (Centurion reflow oven, Delta X wave soldering, ZEVAm selective soldering, VectraElite wave soldering), Aquastorm cleaning systems, and Camalot Prodigy dispensing systems.
• HumisealcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHumiseal (Chase Corp) conformal coatings including acrylic, polyurethane, silicone, and UV-curable formulations. Metronelec has distributed Humiseal since 2007 when partial business was sold to Chase Corp. Also distributes new SEC (Sharp Edge Coverage) varnish line.
• Universal RobotsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniversal Robots collaborative robots (CR series) are distributed for automation applications in electronics production environments requiring human-robot collaboration.
• Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMiR autonomous mobile robots (AMR) for internal logistics and material transport in electronics manufacturing facilities.
• W-techcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerW-Tech was acquired by Metronelec in 2019, expanding the product portfolio with proprietary humidity control equipment including dry cabinets (X2B series), component counters, climatic chambers, vacuum packaging machines, reel splicing equipment, and component conditioning products.
• Emil OttominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman manufacturer since 1901 producing fluxes for wave soldering, selective soldering, tinning, and galvanizing applications. Products include EO-G-006, EO-B-009B, EO-B-024B, EO-B-026 fluxes and cleaning products.
• Loctite (Henkel)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHenkel Loctite soldering products including GC10 solder paste with temperature-stable formula (26.5°C for 1 year, 40°C for 1 month), rework wires, and flux products.
• GilardoniminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorItalian manufacturer of industrial X-ray systems including XE-L and XE-S radioscopy and tomography equipment for detailed inspection of electronic assemblies.
• Osai Automation SystemminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOsai automation equipment including NeoMark Easy and Twin laser marking systems, NeoCut laser cutting, and NeoRouter Modula mechanical routing equipment.
• Prey By DetechminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrey by Detech UPI universal product inspection system with dual 20MP cameras for automated final inspection of assembled electronic products.
• Axxon MycronicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAxxon Mycronic MYC50 conformal coating system for automated protection coating of electronic assemblies in production environments.
• Electro DesignminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectro Design K-017-0561 automatic PCB loader for separating and loading bare or pre-assembled PCBs from magazine stacks into production lines.
• Ipsum TekminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIpsum Tek Flex Cruiser 100 industrial AMR (autonomous mobile robot) for transporting loads up to 100kg in industrial environments with SLAM navigation.
• MRSI MycronicminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMRSI-705 high-precision die bonder for microelectronics assembly with placement accuracy from 0.5μm to 5μm, supporting eutectic, epoxy, UV, and flip-chip assembly.
• FicontecminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFicontec automatic assembly systems for optical components including laser bar alignment, fiber optic transmitter/receiver assembly, lens stack assembly, X-ray detector assembly, and LIDAR sensor assembly.
• F&K DelvotecminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorF&K Delvotec wire bonding equipment including M17S ultrasonic wire bonder and M17LSB laser wire bonder for microelectronics interconnection applications.
• SikamaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSikama Falcon 8500 reflow ovens using combined conduction and convection heating for precise thermal profiling in electronics assembly.
• SCH TechnologiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSCH Technologies coating equipment including CB100 spray cabin, DC100 drying cabin, IB100 UV inspection cabin, and dip coating systems for conformal coating applications.
• EPSminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEPS stencil/screen cleaning equipment with pneumatic spray cleaning, hot air drying, and programmable cleaning cycles for SMT production.
• Resin DesignsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorResin Designs adhesives, sealants, potting compounds, and thermal management products for electronics including epoxies, urethanes, and silicone gels for aerospace, automotive, and communications applications.
• Crystal Mark IncminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCrystal Mark SWAM BLASTER coating removal machine using micro-abrasive blast technology for deflashing and coating removal applications.
• Nordson DageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNordson Dage component counting systems (Assure) using X-ray technology to count components in reels, trays, and tubes for inventory management.
• Nordson SonoscanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNordson Sonoscan GEN7 acoustic microimaging system (C-SAM) for non-destructive analysis of electronic packages, detecting delaminations, voids, and cracks.
• Nordson MatrixminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNordson Matrix Quadra and X-series X-ray inspection systems for automated quality control in electronics production with AI-powered defect detection.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mycronic: Mycronic manufactures SMT assembly equipment, solder paste application, and dispensing systems and is also a Metronelec partner (Axxon Mycronic, MRSI Mycronic), competing head-to-head in advanced packaging and high-mix PCBA.
• Panasonic Connect: Panasonic's SMT solutions business (now Panasonic Connect) sells placement machines, screen printers, and intelligent manufacturing software directly to EMS and OEM customers, overlapping with Metronelec's core product lines.
• ASMPT: ASMPT is a global manufacturer of SMT equipment (placement, printing, bonding) and the most direct competitor to Metronelec's full-line PCBA offering, serving the same EMS and OEM customer base worldwide.
• Universal Instruments: Universal Instruments (a Delta Electronics business) supplies SMT placement, through-hole insertion, and automation equipment to global EMS providers, overlapping with Metronelec's placement and THT insertion offerings.
• Europlacer: Europlacer manufactures pick-and-place machines for high-mix, low-to-medium volume SMT production and competes with Metronelec's placement portfolio in the European mid-market EMS segment.
• Yamaha Robotics (IM): Yamaha's Industrial Machinery division produces SMT placement equipment, 3D AOI, and hybrid printers, directly competing with the Juki, KohYoung, and ITW brands that Metronelec distributes.

Others

• Nordson Corporation: Nordson is a major Metronelec partner (Test & Inspection, Dage, Matrix, Sonoscan) but also a broad industrial equipment manufacturer with its own direct sales force in SMT inspection, putting it in an overlapping yet partnership-driven position.
• Juki Corporation: Juki is a key Metronelec distribution partner for SMT placement equipment (LX-8, RS-1, JM20), but is also an independent manufacturer selling direct globally, making it both a supplier and a competitor depending on geography.
• KohYoung Technology: KohYoung is the leading 3D SPI/AOI manufacturer and a core Metronelec distribution partner, but also sells direct in many regions, partially overlapping with Metronelec's inspection portfolio.
• Henkel (Loctite): Henkel's Loctite electronics brand supplies solder pastes, adhesives, and underfills through Metronelec, but also operates a global direct sales network in electronics materials, making it a supplier-partner and partial competitor in consumables.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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