What Contact Italia does

Contact Italia S.p.A. is an Italian designer and manufacturer specializing in two integrated product divisions. The photovoltaic division produces mounting structures and systems for flat roofs (KVN and KPR triangular aluminum systems, Est 2.0 ballasted systems, ROOFTRACKER tracking systems), pitched roofs, walls, ground installations including the Conterra tracker, and carport solutions, complemented by AC/DC electrical switchboards via its SECSUN partnership. The electrical division produces low-voltage cable connection, distribution, and insulation components — including unipolar terminal blocks with a patented snap-on/snap-off coupling system, lever and spring quick-connect clamps, distribution terminal blocks rated 57A-160A, gel insulation splices and cassettes, and heat-shrink terminations. Underlying technology relies on engineered aluminum alloys (EN AW 6060 T6), glass-fiber-reinforced polyamides, stainless steel 304 fasteners with RUSPERT coatings, and certified electrical assemblies compliant with ENEC, CE, IMQ, CEI EN 61439-1/2, and EN1090 standards.

The company sells primarily to professional installers, electrical contractors, and B2B players in the Italian solar and electrical industries, with secondary reach into lighting manufacturers. Revenue is generated through direct hardware sales via a nationwide network of commercial agents and regional distributors, with pricing conducted through a quote-based "Richiedi preventivo" system rather than published list prices. The photovoltaic brand portfolio is reinforced by the acquired GBSOLAR brand, and the AC/DC switchboard line is supplied through the SECSUN strategic alliance, enabling a bundled structural-plus-electrical offering for residential, commercial, industrial, and agrivoltaic installations across Italy and selected European markets (Germany, UK, France, Spain). Operations are anchored at a 24,000 sqm production facility in Matera and a 5,000+ sqm logistics hub in Marche, with leadership under CEO Pietro Antonio Maggi.

Name

Contact Italia

Legal name

Contact Italia S.p.A.

Website

https://www.contactitalia.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Contact Italia is an Italian manufacturer of photovoltaic mounting systems and low-voltage electrical components (terminal blocks, distribution, insulation), serving professional installers and electrical contractors across Italy and parts of Europe via direct sales agents and distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Mounting Systems and Electrical Components

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Electronic Connectors (3678), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing (EUAMAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF), Low-Voltage Switchboards & Panelboards (LV distribution panels, MCCs, switchboards) (IMAGAEAA), Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO)

Keywords

• Photovoltaic mounting systems
• Low voltage electrical components
• Solar racking solutions
• Electrical distribution products
• Cable connection systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Altamura

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Photovoltaic mounting systems sales: Sale of mounting structures for flat roofs, pitched roofs, walls, integrated systems, ground installations, and agrivoltaic systems, plus electrical panels. Products are recognized and appreciated in Italy and Europe.
2. Electrical components sales: Sale of connection, protection and distribution components: unipolar terminals, multiple sockets, joints and junction boxes, all designed to guarantee high performance, ease of use and regulatory compliance.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Contact Italia designs and manufactures photovoltaic mounting systems and low-voltage electrical connection and distribution components from its production facility in Matera, Italy. Its product portfolio spans flat-roof ballasted and triangular aluminum mounting systems (KVN, KPR, Estò 2.0), pitched-roof and wall-mounted solutions, ground-mounted trackers and carport structures, photovoltaic AC/DC switchboards, single-pole distribution terminal blocks, and electrical insulation products (gel splices, heat-shrink terminations). The company also operates the GBSOLAR brand for mounting structures and partners with SECSUN for customized electrical switchgear.

Product overview

Contact Italia is an Italian company specializing in two main divisions: (1) photovoltaic mounting systems including flat roof solutions (KVN, KPR triangular aluminum systems, Estò 2.0 ballast systems, ROOFTRACKER tracking systems), pitched roof solutions (for sheet metal, tiles, slates), wall-mounted solutions (sunscreens, facades), ground solutions (Conterra Tracker, Carport systems), and electrical switchboards (SecSun Quadri Unicobox AC/DC series); and (2) electrical low-voltage components including cable connection systems (single-pole terminals, lever clamps, quick-connect springs), electrical distribution products (heat-shrink tubing, distribution terminal blocks rated 57A-160A), and electrical insulation products (gel splices, protection cassettes, heat-shrink terminations). The company also operates through acquired brand GBSOLAR and strategic partnership with SECSUN for customized electrical switchboards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GBSOLAR: Brand for photovoltaic mounting structures, recently acquired with its patents to strengthen technological leadership in the sector.

Products and services

• KVN Systems (KVN1300, KVN1500, KVN2400, KVN2850, KVN3200) Aluminum triangular mounting systems for flat roofs, available in multiple sizes and tilt angles (5° to 30°) for single, double, or triple photovoltaic module configurations in horizontal or vertical orientations. Used by professional installers for commercial and industrial PV installations.
• KPR Systems (KPR1, KPR2) Aluminum mounting systems with adjustable angles for flat-roof photovoltaic installations (KPR1: 10°–35°, KPR2: 20°–35°), enabling flexible module tilt on commercial flat roofs.
• Estò 2.0 Ballast System Ballasted mounting system for flat roofs in East/West horizontal orientation, featuring reinforced concrete ballast with 10° inclination and adjustable telescopic aluminum profile. Designed for stable, ballasted fixation without roof penetration.
• ROOFTRACKER System Roof-mounted single-axis tracking system for flat roofs that adjusts photovoltaic module orientation throughout the day to increase energy yield compared with fixed-tilt systems.
• Conterra Tracker Ground-mounted solar tracking system that follows the sun's movement to maximize photovoltaic energy production for utility-scale and commercial ground installations.
• Carport Systems (CARPORT DESIGN, CARPORT PLATFORM, CARPORT BASIC) Photovoltaic canopy/carport structures for parking areas, available in three versions: Design (zinc/aluminum profiles), Platform (single-span steel), and Basic (economy customizable). Provide dual-use shade and solar generation for commercial parking.
• Quadri Unicobox (AC/DC) Series Integrated AC/DC photovoltaic electrical switchboards that combine DC string protection and AC grid connection in a single enclosure, designed for residential and commercial PV systems. Produced in collaboration with SECSUN.
• QDCS6106 - 6-String Decoupling Panel 6-string DC disconnection panel with remote command and remote signaling for photovoltaic plants, compliant with CEI EN 61439-1/2 and Italian fire brigade guidelines (DCPREV 14030/2025). IP66 Class II polyester enclosure for outdoor PV field installation.
• 160A Single-Pole Distribution Terminal Block Kit Kit composed of base support and two unipolar terminal blocks with 9 staggered holes each, rated 160A with ENEC 3 certification. Angled configuration optimizes wiring space and enables third-pole mounting for three-phase applications.
• Single-Pole Distribution Terminal Blocks (57A, 80A) Single-pole distribution terminal blocks rated 57A or 80A with 7, 11, or 15 offset holes, polycarbonate transparent/colored bodies, brass CW614N bars. The 57A range features the patented snap-on/snap-off insulator coupling system for rapid assembly. IMQ/CE/RoHS2/ENEC 3 certified.
• Four-Pole Distribution Terminal Block Kits (57A) Quadripolar distribution terminal block kits with 7, 11, or 15 holes per bar, rated 57A with IMQ certification for 1.5–10 mm² conductor sections. Used in low-voltage electrical distribution panels.
• Morsetti Unipolari Series (Cable Connection Terminals) Single-pole terminal blocks for low-voltage cable connections, available in lever-operated, spring-loaded quick-connect, and waterproof sealed versions for industrial and lighting applications.
• Electrical Insulation Products (Gel Splices, Protection Cassettes, Heat-Shrink Terminations) Range of electrical insulation products including J325 gel splices, J-One gel protection shells, Qbox gel cassettes, and pre-formed heat-shrink terminations (2/3/4/5-way) for sealed cable joint protection.
• CNT-ST325F Protected 3-Pole Connection Socket 2P+E protected connection socket rated 16A–250V with IP66/IP68 protection, polyamide body, silver-plated brass contacts, for rapid LED lighting connections. Compliant with EN61535 and EN61984.
• Heat-Shrink Tubing (2:1 ratio) Single-color heat-shrink tubing with 2:1 shrinkage ratio in polyolefin, operating temperature -55°C to 115°C, shrinkage temperature 110°C, suitable for cables up to 51 mm diameter.
• VT0172 Bimetal Self-Threading Screw Bimetal self-threading screw 6.0×27 in stainless steel 304 for fixing photovoltaic modules on pitched roofs, with EPDM/A2 washer and SILVER RUSPERT surface treatment.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• GB SolarcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2025Acquisition of GB Solar brand and its patents, strengthening technological leadership in photovoltaic mounting structures. The GB Solar brand continues to operate, expanding Contact Italia's product portfolio in ballasted systems for flat roofs.
• Politecnico di BaristrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership with Politecnico di Bari (Polytechnic University of Bari) offering 7 paid doctoral positions through apprenticeship program, combining academic research with professional development in the renewable energy sector.
• SECSUNcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic alliance with SECSUN, a company specializing in the design and production of customized photovoltaic electrical panels. SECSUN provides specialized products that complement Contact Italia's mounting systems, creating a complete offering for photovoltaic installations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• K2 Systems: German manufacturer of PV mounting systems for pitched, flat, and ground applications. Directly competes with Contact Italia's mounting portfolio and serves the same European installer channel with comparable product breadth and certifications.
• Schletter Group: German-based PV mounting specialist with aluminum and steel racking systems for roof and ground installations. Direct competitor in European PV mounting market with similar integrated BOS offering and installer-focused distribution.
• Esdec: Dutch manufacturer of professional PV mounting systems for pitched and flat roofs. Direct competitor in European market with strong installer distribution model and similar product positioning to Contact Italia's mounting division.
• Mounting Systems GmbH: German PV mounting manufacturer specializing in ground-mount, tracker, and roof systems. Comparable in product portfolio and target market to Contact Italia, particularly in flat roof and ground-mount segments.
• Renusol: European PV mounting manufacturer with ballasted and roof-integrated solutions. Directly overlaps with Contact Italia's flat-roof and pitched-roof mounting offerings and shares installer-focused distribution model.
• Wieland Electric: Manufacturer of electrical connection systems, terminal blocks, and industrial connectors. Directly comparable to Contact Italia's wiring device and distribution terminal block products in European industrial electrical market.

Broad incumbents

• ABB: Global broad-line electrical equipment manufacturer offering wiring devices, terminal blocks, switchgear, and PV electrical solutions. Large incumbent competing with Contact Italia in low-voltage distribution and PV switchboard categories.
• Schneider Electric: Global electrical equipment, distribution, and industrial automation provider. Broad incumbent with overlapping terminal block, distribution, and PV switchgear offerings versus Contact Italia's electrical components division.
• Legrand: Global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure, including wiring devices, terminal blocks, and connection systems. Broad incumbent with significant overlap in Contact Italia's electrical distribution and connection product lines.
• Eaton: Global power management company offering wiring devices, terminal blocks, and electrical distribution equipment. Broad incumbent competing with Contact Italia in low-voltage electrical components and distribution products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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