Magnet Schultz

What Magnet Schultz does

Magnet Schultz Limited is a UK-based precision electromechanical components manufacturer founded in 1967 and headquartered in Old Woking, Surrey. Operating as a subsidiary of the Magnet-Schultz Group since 1991, the company designs, engineers, and assembles electromagnetic solenoids, solenoid valves, electric locks and shotbolts, and holding or release electromagnets at its UK facility with global manufacturing support from its parent. Its product portfolio spans linear and rotary solenoids, pneumatic and hydraulic proportional valves, BLOC shotbolts with patented dead-lock technology, electropermanent magnets, marine and ATEX/IECEx-certified hazardous-area products, and the Electro Kabuki theatrical drop-release system.

The company sells into aerospace and defence, medical devices, hydrogen and fuel cells, oceanography and marine, construction and lifts, security and access control, and theatrical and live-event end markets. Its go-to-market is sales-led and B2B, combining direct enterprise engagement and bespoke engineering for complex applications with participation in major trade shows (Farnborough International Airshow, Hannover Fair, LIFTEX, Automechanika, ISE), case study-led content marketing, and an Amazon UK storefront for selected standard catalog products such as the TALL-1515 lift lock and EMB electric mini bolt. Pricing is quote-based for bespoke solutions typically delivered under multi-year contracts, while standard catalog items are sold on a one-time purchase basis through Amazon. Customers include the National Oceanography Centre, Hewden Hoists, Hovertravel, Aston Martin's Penguin marine brand, Vodafone for London Taxis, Edinburgh University, and medical equipment OEMs.

Name

Magnet Schultz

Legal name

Magnet Schultz Limited

Website

https://magnetschultz.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Magnet Schultz Limited is a UK precision electromechanical components manufacturer, established 1967 and part of the Magnet-Schultz Group, designing solenoids, solenoid valves, electric locks, shotbolts, and electromagnets for aerospace, defence, medical, hydrogen, marine, construction, security, and theatrical sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electromechanical Components

NAICS

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing (335)

SIC

Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677)

akta.pro primary industry

Brakes, Clutches & Couplings (Electromagnetic Brakes, Torque Limiters) (IMAGACAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Transformers & Magnetics (Power/Signal) (HDAHANAD)

Keywords

• Electromechanical components
• Solenoid valves
• Electric locks
• Holding electromagnets
• Precision engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Woking

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Standard Solenoid and Electromagnetic Components: Sale of standard catalog products including linear solenoids, rotary solenoids, solenoid valves, electric locks, shotbolts, and electromagnets. Products available through direct purchase on Amazon marketplace and direct sales.
2. Bespoke/Custom Engineering Solutions: Custom-engineered electromechanical solutions designed to specific customer requirements for aerospace, defence, medical, and industrial applications. Full in-house design and R&D capabilities support bespoke product development.
3. Electro Kabuki Theatrical Systems: Sale of Electro Kabuki precision curtain release systems for theatrical, live event, and display applications. Products sold directly and through dedicated Electro Kabuki website.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Magnet Schultz designs, manufactures, and supplies precision-engineered electromechanical components including solenoids, solenoid valves, electric locks, shotbolts, and holding/release electromagnets. The products are engineered for mission-critical applications in aerospace, defence, medical, marine, and industrial sectors, with both standard catalog items and custom-engineered solutions.

Product overview

Magnet Schultz is a precision-engineered electromechanical components manufacturer specializing in electromagnetic solenoids, solenoid valves, electric locks, shotbolts, and holding/release electromagnets. The product portfolio includes linear solenoids (AC laminated, tubular, box frame, miniature), rotary solenoids, solenoid valves (pneumatic, hydraulic, proportional), shotbolts (industrial, weatherproof, ATEX/IECEx), electric locks and latches (bolt locks, swing door locks, floor locks, marine locks), and holding/release electromagnets (energise-to-hold, energise-to-release, electropermanent). Products serve aerospace, defence, medical, industrial automation, marine, theatrical, and security applications. The company operates as part of the Magnet-Schultz Group with UK-based design, R&D, and assembly capabilities. Notable product lines include the BLOC Electric Shotbolts with patented dead-lock technology, Electro Kabuki for theatrical applications, and various ATEX/IECEx certified products for hazardous environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Electro Kabuki: A professional electrically operated curtain and drop-release mechanism for theatrical, live event and display applications using precision-engineered electro-permanent magnets.

Products and services

• Solenoids Electrically operated solenoid actuators for converting electrical energy into linear motion, designed for aerospace, defence, medical, industrial, and marine applications.
• Solenoid Valves Electrically actuated valves for controlling fluid and gas flow in industrial, medical, and aerospace systems.
• Electric Locks Electromechanical locking devices for securing doors, panels, and access points in aerospace, defence, and industrial applications.
• Shotbolts High-force linear locking bolts used in aerospace and defence applications for primary structure latching and door securement.
• Holding and Release Electromagnets Electromagnets that hold or release components on demand, used in industrial machinery, aerospace, and defence systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Electro-permanent magnet enables deep sea operations at 4600m depth
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Deltrol Controls: US-based manufacturer of solenoid valves, proportional valves, and custom electromechanical components for fluid control, medical, and industrial markets. Closely comparable in product mix and custom-engineering go-to-market.
• Ledex (originally part of Saia-Burgess / Johnson Electric): Long-standing specialist brand in solenoids, rotary actuators, and electromagnetic products with direct overlap to Magnet Schultz's open-frame and tubular solenoid ranges.
• Bimba (IMI Precision Engineering): Manufacturer of pneumatic and electric actuators including solenoid-driven linear and rotary motion products. Comparable in actuator technology and serves overlapping industrial OEM customers.
• EMS Inc. (Engineered Magnetic Solutions): US-based manufacturer of custom solenoids, electromagnets, and coils for medical, industrial, aerospace, and defence applications. Highly comparable as a custom-engineering-focused solenoid specialist.
• Magnetek: US manufacturer of industrial electromagnets, lifting magnets, and motion control products for material handling, mining, and energy. Comparable technology base and similar vertical mix.
• Warner Electric (Altra Industrial Motion): Manufacturer of electromagnetic clutches, brakes, and holding magnets for industrial automation. Direct overlap on the electromagnetic locking/braking side of Magnet Schultz's portfolio.
• Kendrion N.V. Dutch-headquartered specialist in electromagnetic actuators, solenoids, and electromagnetic brakes/clutches serving industrial, automotive, and energy markets. Directly comparable product portfolio and similar niche-manufacturer business model.

Broad incumbents

• Curtiss-Wright Corporation: Diversified defence and industrial supplier with significant exposure to electromagnetic actuators, motion control, and ruggedised electronic components for aerospace and defence. Comparable in defence end-market exposure and engineering depth.
• Johnson Electric: Global motion specialist producing solenoids, motors, and actuators across automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Much larger scale but directly overlaps with Magnet Schultz's solenoid product lines and serves adjacent aerospace/defence verticals.
• Moog Inc. Global designer and manufacturer of high-performance motion control products including solenoids, valves, and actuators for aerospace, defence, and industrial markets. Overlaps with Magnet Schultz in precision actuation for mission-critical applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/magnetschultzus
• Facebookfacebook.com/MagnetSchultzofAmerica
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/magnet-schultz

Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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