Elko Elektrik

What Elko Elektrik does

Elko Elektrik (legal entity: Elko Makine Elektrik Pano İmlt. San. Tic. A.Ş) is a privately held Turkish manufacturer of medium voltage switchgear and transformer substations, founded in 1969 in Ankara and led by founder Talat Köse. The company operates a 52,000 m2 total / 25,000 m2 closed production facility in the Ankara Organized Industrial Zone with a 250-person workforce, and is positioned as Turkey's first domestic manufacturer in the electromechanical sector.

The product portfolio spans two core lines: Cubicle & HV Switchgear Products — including Air Insulated Modular Cubicles (MME, LSC 2A-PI), Metal Clad Modular Cubicles (MMC, LSC 2B-PM) type-tested at KEMA, and SF6 gas circuit breakers (EGK/ETK), load disconnectors (EGYA), disconnectors (EGA), rotary disconnectors (DA), and earthing switches — and Transformer Substations, comprising Monoblock Concrete Kiosks (earthquake resistance validated by Middle East Technical University), Prefabricated Concrete Kiosks, Sheet Metal Kiosks, and Mobile Transformer Substations up to 36 kV. Products are designed and manufactured in-house, comply with IEC and TSE standards, and carry ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications.

Revenue is generated through direct, quote-based sales of custom-engineered hardware to utilities (notably TEDAŞ), renewable and conventional power generation plants (wind, solar, hydro), industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure operators (TCDD railways, GSM telecom centers, water pump stations). Distribution combines domestic direct sales with a growing network of international representatives serving 30 export countries, supported by multilingual (Turkish/English/Arabic) technical catalogs and AutoCAD documentation.

Name

Elko Elektrik

Legal name

Elko Makine Elektrik Pano İmlt. San. Tic. A.Ş

Website

https://elkoelektrik.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Elko Elektrik is a privately held Turkish manufacturer, founded 1969, of medium voltage switchgear and transformer substations up to 36 kV, supplying utilities (TEDAŞ), power generation plants, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure operators across 30 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

Substation Systems & Integration (EPC, Engineering, Protection, Commissioning) (IMAGAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors, Earthing Switches & Switchgear Components (EUADACAH)

Keywords

• Medium voltage switchgear
• Transformer substations
• Air insulated cubicles
• Metal clad switchgear
• SF6 gas circuit breakers

Headquarters

HQ city

Sincan

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medium Voltage Switchgear Products: Revenue from manufacturing and selling air insulated modular cubicles, metal clad modular cubicles, and high voltage switching products including SF6 gas circuit breakers, load disconnectors, and rotary disconnectors
2. Transformer Substation Products: Revenue from manufacturing and selling monoblock concrete, prefabricated concrete, sheet metal, and mobile transformer substations up to 36 kV
3. Compensation Systems and Contracting Works: Additional revenue stream from compensation systems installation and contracting project services

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Elko Elektrik manufactures medium voltage switchgear and transformer substations up to 36 kV for utilities, power generation plants, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure operators. The product portfolio includes air insulated modular cubicles (MME), metal clad modular cubicles (MMC), SF6 gas circuit breakers, load disconnectors, rotary disconnectors, and four types of transformer substations (monoblock concrete, prefabricated concrete, sheet metal, and mobile). Products are custom-engineered, type-tested at KEMA and TSE accredited laboratories, and comply with international IEC standards.

Product overview

Elko Elektrik is Turkey's first domestic electromechanical manufacturer, producing medium voltage switchgear and transformer substations. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: (1) Cubicle & HV Switchgear Products including Air Insulated Modular Cubicles (MME), Metal Clad Modular Cubicles (MMC), and HV Switching Products (SF6 gas circuit breakers, load disconnectors, rotary disconnectors, and earthing disconnectors); and (2) Transformer Substations including Monoblock Concrete Kiosk (MBK), Prefabricated Concrete Kiosk (PBK), Sheet Metal Kiosk (ECSS), and Mobile Transformer Substations. All products are designed, manufactured, and marketed up to 36kV voltage levels in compliance with IEC and TSE standards, with type tests conducted at accredited domestic and international laboratories including KEMA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Insulated Modular Cubicle (MME) Air-insulated, metal-enclosed medium voltage switchgear and controlgear with LSC2A-PI service continuity class. Available in 17.5kV, 24kV, and 36kV voltage ratings, designed for indoor use in medium voltage distribution systems, power plants (solar, hydro, wind, geothermal), infrastructure, and industrial facilities.
• Metal Clad Modular Cubicle (MMC) LSC2B-PM type metal-clad cubicle with switchgear mounted on a trolley for easy removal. Available in 12-36kV voltage levels with metal partitions between sections. Suitable for indoor use with front, side, and back access. Type tests conducted at KEMA laboratory.
• SF6 Gas Circuit Breaker (ETK/EGK) SF6 gas circuit breakers rated for 12-36kV with rated currents of 630A and 1250A. Short circuit breaking current of 16kA or 20kA. Features sealed pressure gas sealing type and C2 capacitive current switching class.
• SF6 Gas Load Disconnector (EGYA) SF6 gas load disconnectors (earthing blade type) available in EGYA-36 (36kV) and EGYA-24 (24kV) models. Rated current 630A with E3 electrical strength class and M1 mechanical strength class.
• SF6 Gas Disconnector (EGA) SF6 gas disconnectors with earthing blade, rated for 24-36kV with current ratings of 630A and 1250A. Short-time withstand current up to 25kA-1s with M1 mechanical strength class.
• Rotary Disconnector (DA) Air-insulated rotary disconnectors available in 12-36kV ratings with short-time withstand current of 16-20kA-1s.
• Earthing Disconnector (TA) Earthing disconnectors with E2 class rating, 16kA-1s short-time withstand current, and 40kA-peak short circuit making current. Used in MME type cubicles for cable connection terminals.
• Monoblock Concrete Kiosk Transformer Substation (MBK) Concrete-enclosed monoblock transformer substations designed as Distribution Center (DC) and MV/LV Transformer Center up to 36kV. Features earthquake resistance documented by Middle East Technical University. Suitable for transformer substations, distribution substations, industrial facilities, wind and solar power plants, water pump stations, railway signaling, and GSM centers.
• Prefabricated Concrete Kiosk Transformer Substation (PBK) Prefabricated concrete transformer substations formed by assembling modular structural elements on site. Can be established as Distribution Center or MV/LV Distribution Transformer Center with different layout plans. Internally operated type with C35 class concrete and earthquake resistance documented through simulation.
• Sheet Metal Kiosk Transformer Substation (ECSS) Metal-enclosed MV/LV Distribution Transformer Centers manufactured from 2mm galvanized sheet metal with electrostatic powder coating. Available in outside-operated and inside-operated types. Rated voltage 12-36kV with maximum power up to 1250kVA. Features IP23d or IP43 protection degree and 20kA-1s internal arc strength.
• Mobile Transformer Substation Mobile transformer substations with all switchgear mounted on a trailer of sufficient size, transported by appropriate capacity vehicle. Available in HV/MV, MV/MV, and MV/LV configurations up to 31.5 MVA. Used for energy continuity during system failures, renovation projects, natural disaster recovery, and temporary construction site power needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Type tests completed at KEMA accredited laboratory for metal clad products
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• CG Power and Industrial Solutions: Indian manufacturer expanding globally in switchgear, transformers, and power products. Cost-competitive emerging player targeting Middle East and African markets — increasingly relevant competitor for Elko's export geographies.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Energy: Global provider of HV/MV switchgear, transformers, and substation solutions with major operations in Turkey. Competes with Elko on larger utility and infrastructure projects and sets the technological benchmark Elko must match.
• Eaton: Global power management company with MV switchgear and substation product lines. Operates broadly across electrical infrastructure and competes for medium-sized utility and industrial substation contracts where Elko also bids.
• ABB: Global leader in switchgear, substations, and grid equipment across all voltage classes. Dominant incumbent with extensive Turkey and MENA presence; competes on premium Tier-1 tenders where Elko also bids.
• Schneider Electric: Major global manufacturer of MV/LV switchgear and electrical distribution equipment with strong MENA presence. Competes across Elko's product range, particularly in commercial/industrial and data center substation projects.

Direct peers

• Ulusoy Elektrik: Turkish manufacturer of medium and low voltage switchgear and distribution transformers. Closest direct peer — competes head-to-head with Elko in Turkey's domestic switchgear market and similar export geographies, with overlapping product categories (cubicles, transformers, substations).
• Lucy Electric: UK-based specialist in MV switchgear, distribution substations, and ring main units for utilities and industrial customers. Comparable mid-sized specialist peer with similar product breadth in MV switchgear and packaged substations.
• ORMAZABAL: Spanish (Velatia-owned) specialist in medium voltage switchgear and prefabricated substations. Closest international direct peer — product portfolio (gas and air insulated switchgear, secondary distribution substations) maps almost exactly to Elko's offerings.
• Efacec: Portuguese electrical equipment manufacturer producing MV switchgear, substations, transformers, and power electronics. Closely comparable portfolio and scale, with similar positioning between Western incumbents and local manufacturers.

Regional players

• TEMSAN: Turkish state-owned transformer and substation manufacturer serving primarily domestic government and utility buyers. Regional incumbent that competes with Elko for Turkish state tenders, with policy/domestic-content advantages similar to Elko's.

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

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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