Semicon
Semicon Sp. z o.o. is a Warsaw-based, privately held Polish electronics platform operating five divisions — electronic component distribution, EMS PCB assembly, laser-cut SMT stencils, industrial tape converting, and laser module manufacturing — serving electronics, aerospace, medical, defense, and photovoltaic customers across Central and Eastern Europe.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersWarsaw, Poland
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Semicon does
Semicon Sp. z o.o. is a privately held Polish electronics company headquartered in Warsaw, founded in 1993 and operating for over 30 years. The business is structured as a five-division platform: (1) Distribution of electronic components, materials, tools, and measurement equipment from global brands; (2) EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) for SMT and through-hole PCB assembly using JUKI, ERSA, EKRA, and ASYS equipment, including AOI and X-Ray inspection, conformal coating, and BGA reballing repair; (3) Laser-cut SMT stencils manufactured on LPKF equipment under an ASM-DEK VectorGuard territorial license covering Poland, Ukraine, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia; (4) Industrial tape converting (Die-Cut, Kiss-Cut, roll slitting) under licensed converter agreements with 3M, Saint-Gobain, IPG, and Tesa; and (5) Laser module design and manufacturing — Semicon is the largest Polish producer of laser modules, including the infrared laser used in Canon SOCT tomographs.
The company monetizes through five parallel revenue streams: component and equipment distribution (hardware sales), EMS assembly (professional services), SMT stencil production, tape converting services, and proprietary laser module sales. Pricing is quote-based and B2B, distributed via an in-house sales team with dedicated contacts per division, an e-commerce storefront (sklep.semicon.com.pl), and trade-show participation across events including ENEX, Evertiq Expo, Elmia Subcontractor, Drone World Expo, V Forum Sektora Kosmicznego, and MRO BEER. Customer base spans the electronics, aerospace (Airbus-approved Relink tape), medical (Canon Green Procurement Standard), defense (NATO-NCAGE 2082H), photovoltaic (Stäubli MC4 connectors powering ~360 GW of installed global PV capacity), and industrial manufacturing sectors. Quality and regulatory qualifications include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 13485:2016, AQAP 2110:2016, and AS9120 rev.B. The company employs over 100 people across five departments, operates four Warsaw production and warehouse sites, and is reported as a family-controlled, founder-led independent with no parent, PE, or VC ownership disclosed.
Semicon firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Semicon
- Legal name
- Semicon Sp. z o.o.
- Website
- https://www.semicon.com.pl/
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Semicon Sp. z o.o. is a Warsaw-based, privately held Polish electronics platform operating five divisions — electronic component distribution, EMS PCB assembly, laser-cut SMT stencils, industrial tape converting, and laser module manufacturing — serving electronics, aerospace, medical, defense, and photovoltaic customers across Central and Eastern Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Semicon industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Electronic Manufacturing Services
- NAICS
- Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (33441)
- SIC
- Electronic Components, Nec (3679), Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674)
- akta.pro primary industry
- PCB Assembly (PCBA/EMS) (HDAHAOAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs) (HDAHAAAH)
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Where Semicon is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Warsaw
- HQ country
- Poland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices4 records
Markets served
Semicon business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Distribution of Electronic Components: Import and distribution of electronic components, materials, tools, measurement equipment, and accessories from global brands. Serves industrial and aviation maintenance sectors.
- EMS Manufacturing Services: Electronic manufacturing services including SMT and THT assembly, visual inspection, X-Ray inspection, conformal coating, testing, and repair services.
- SMT Stencil Manufacturing: Laser-cut SMT stencils using LPKF equipment, VectorGuard licensed stencils, step-up/step-down stencils, and nanop-coated stencils for fine-pitch and BGA applications.
- Laser Modules: Design, manufacture, and sale of laser modules for medical, industrial, and other applications. Includes custom development and certified supply to major manufacturers like Canon.
- Industrial Tape Converting: Conversion of industrial tapes including single and double-sided tapes, Die-Cut and Kiss-Cut parts, and custom roll slitting.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Others | Pay-as-you-go | B2B distribution with quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Semicon product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Semicon Sp. z o.o. manufactures and distributes electronic boards, laser-cut SMT steel stencils, converted industrial tapes, and laser modules. It also operates an Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) division for SMT and THT PCB assembly using JUKI, ERSA, EKRA, and ASYS equipment, and serves as an authorized Polish distributor for global component brands including Stäubli MC4, LEMO, EPT, 3M, and Tesa.
Product overview
Semicon is a diversified electronics company operating as a platform of five interconnected divisions: Distribution (electronic components, materials, tools from global brands), EMS (SMT and through-hole PCB assembly with inspection services), SMT Stencils (laser-cut stencils under VectorGuard license), Material Converting (industrial tape processing under converter licenses for 3M, Saint Gobain, IPG, Tesa), and Laser Modules (Poland's largest laser module manufacturer). Their own-developed products include the ST50-1500-xx transistor driver. They distribute specialized products including LEMO connectors, Stäubli MC4 photovoltaic connectors, EPT PCB connectors, 3M adhesives, Schurter power products, and FPGA audio modules. Their FLEX-PLUS service handles flexible circuit assembly for critical applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- FLEX-PLUS: Specialized service line focused on innovative mounting technologies for flexible substrates (Flex, Rigid-Flex, Semi-Flex) for critical applications, IoT, and Industry 4.0, co-funded by EU ERDF.
Products and services
- Distribution Services Importer and authorized distributor of electronic components, materials, tools, measurement apparatus, and accessories from global brands. Supplies materials to the industrial and aviation maintenance sectors.
- EMS - Electronic Manufacturing Services Professional PCB assembly services using SMT and through-hole (THT) technology, with AOI visual inspection, X-Ray BGA inspection, lead-free assembly, selective soldering, laser depaneling, conformal coating, ionic contamination testing, and BGA reballing repairs.
- SMT Stencils Laser-cut steel SMT stencils manufactured on LPKF equipment, supplied under VectorGuard licensing from ASM-DEK for Poland, Ukraine, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Includes standard, step-up/step-down, fine-grain, nickel, and Nano Ultra nano-coated variants for fine-pitch and BGA applications.
- Material Converting Industrial tape converting services producing Die-Cut and Kiss-Cut parts and custom roll slitting from log rolls. Licensed converter for 3M, Saint-Gobain, IPG, and Tesa industrial and electronics tapes.
- Laser Modules Largest Polish manufacturer of laser modules with various wavelengths and optical powers, including custom infrared laser modules for medical applications such as Canon's SOCT (Spectral Optical Coherent Tomography) tomographs. Semicon is a Canon Green Procurement Standard certified supplier.
- FLEX-PLUS Assembly Services Specialized assembly service line for mounting components on flexible substrates (Flex, Rigid-Flex, Semi-Flex) used in critical IoT and Industry 4.0 applications.
- ST50-1500-xx Transistor Driver Transistor driver developed and manufactured by Semicon for high-power MOSFET, SiC MOSFET, and IGBT transistors in bridge converters with 1200-1700V supply voltage and 2500V galvanic isolation.
- MC4 Photovoltaic Connectors Stäubli MC4 and MC4-EVO2 photovoltaic connectors and accessories for solar installations, supplied by Semicon as the exclusive authorized distributor in Poland for over 20 years.
- LEMO Connectors Distribution of Swiss-manufacturer LEMO push-pull connectors including Series D, Redel MP modular, High Frequency (up to 10GHz), IP68 waterproof, and PCB press-fit variants.
- EPT Connectors Distribution of German manufacturer EPT connectors including DIN41612 for VME bus, Colibri high-speed data connectors (0.5mm pitch, up to 25+ Gbps), Zero8 EMC-protected, and One27 modular isolated SMT connectors.
- 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Distribution of 3M industrial adhesives and tapes including VHB tapes, Scotch-Weld structural adhesives, VHB LSE tapes, and ACX Plus products. Semicon is a 3M Poland Preferred Distributor for Industrial Adhesives.
- Phase Change Thermal Materials Distribution of thermal interface materials (TIM) using phase change technology for improved heat dissipation in electronic assemblies.
Quantifiable outcome
- 40% improved paste transfer efficiency with VectorGuard Nano Ultra coating (Area Ratio < 0.6)
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Semicon
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Semicon technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Semicon partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- ASM-DEK / VectorGuardcoreOfficial VectorGuard licensee from ASM-DEK for SMT stencil technology. Territorial license covers Poland, Ukraine, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia. Offers VectorGuard frames, stencil materials, step-up/step-down stencils, and Nano Ultra nano-coating.
- Stäubli EC (Multi-Contact)coreExclusive authorized distributor for Stäubli MC4 photovoltaic connectors in Poland for over 20 years. Offers full range of MC4, MC4-EVO2, and related PV products including solar cables. MC4 connectors power approximately 360 GW of global installed PV capacity.
- LEMOcoreLong-term distribution partner for LEMO push-pull connectors. Offers full range including Anglissimo series, High Frequency connectors up to 10 GHz, waterproof IP68 variants, and press-fit PCB connectors.
- EPT (Electronics)coreDedicated distributor in Poland for EPT connectors. Products include One27 modular isolated SMT connectors, Colibri high-speed data connectors, Zero8 EMC-protected connectors, and DIN41612 VME bus connectors.
- 3McoreAuthorized distributor for 3M products including VHB tapes, industrial adhesives, safety equipment, and audio products. Recognized as Preferred Distributor for Industrial Adhesives program. Supplied materials for COVID-19 protective equipment production.
- iC-HauscorePolish distributor for iC-Haus specialized integrated circuits for over 25 years. German manufacturer celebrated 40th anniversary. Products include laser diode control ICs used in Semicon's own laser modules.
- CanoncoreCertified supplier (Green Procurement Standard) providing infrared laser module designed and manufactured by Semicon for Canon's SOCT (Spectral Optical Coherent Tomography) tomographs.
- PSA / CallingtonminorAuthorized distributor for aviation maintenance materials including disinfectants, insecticides, and specialized cleaning products for aircraft ground handling.
- Łukasiewicz - Instytut Inżynierii Materiałów Polimerowych i BarwnikówminorResearch partner in COVID-19 protective equipment production under EngineersInArms patronate. Collaborated on 3D printing of protective face shields.
- Engineering Design CenterminorPartner in COVID-19 protective equipment production initiative supporting medical workers during pandemic.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Semicon competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Transfer Multisort Elektronik (TME): Polish electronic components distributor headquartered in Łódź, with broad online catalog and parallel import/distribution model. Closest direct peer to Semicon's distribution business and shares the same Polish EMS ecosystem, though materially larger in catalog breadth and revenue.
- Elhurt: Polish EMS and electronic components distributor offering PCB assembly, cable harnesses and distribution of branded components. Direct peer to Semicon across both EMS and distribution, competing for similar CEE OEM customers.
- NOTE AB: Swedish EMS provider with multiple European production sites serving industrial, medtech and defense customers. Comparable to Semicon's EMS business in customer verticals, certifications and Nordic/European delivery model.
- Scanfil: Finnish-listed EMS company with manufacturing in Europe and Asia serving industrial, energy and medtech customers. Comparable to Semicon's EMS business by customer profile, certifications and European manufacturing footprint.
- Inission AB: Nordic EMS provider offering PCB assembly, box-build and custom industrial electronics. Comparable to Semicon's EMS offering by service scope (assembly through box build) and by mid-market European industrial customer base.
- Eurocircuits: European PCB assembly and prototyping specialist serving small-batch and engineering customers across Europe. Comparable to Semicon's EMS division for low- to mid-volume PCB assembly, especially for European design engineers.
- Neways Electronics: Dutch EMS company providing PCB assembly, box-build and supply-chain services to industrial and semiconductor customers. Comparable to Semicon's EMS business by customer verticals and European manufacturing footprint.
- Lacroix Electronics: French EMS division of Lacroix Group serving industrial, automotive and aerospace customers across Europe. Comparable to Semicon by EMS service model and regulated-customer focus.
Broad incumbents
- Arrow Electronics: Global broad-line electronic components distributor with full-portfolio coverage across components, enterprise computing and embedded solutions. Comparable to Semicon's distribution business at scale, but operating globally rather than focused on CEE.
Emerging players
- AEMtec GmbH: German EMS and optoelectronic packaging specialist serving medical, industrial and semiconductor customers. Comparable to Semicon's laser-module and EMS business for medical and industrial optoelectronic subsystems.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance5 records
Semicon financial estimates
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Semicon leadership team
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Semicon funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Semicon
What does Semicon do?
Semicon Sp. z o.o. manufactures and distributes electronic boards, laser-cut SMT steel stencils, converted industrial tapes, and laser modules. It also operates an Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) division for SMT and THT PCB assembly using JUKI, ERSA, EKRA, and ASYS equipment, and serves as an authorized Polish distributor for global component brands including Stäubli MC4, LEMO, EPT, 3M, and Tesa.
Is Semicon a public or private company?
Semicon is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Semicon founded?
Semicon was founded in 1987. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Semicon based?
Semicon is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, in the Europe region.
How does Semicon make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Distribution of Electronic Components are the primary driver. The others are EMS Manufacturing Services, SMT Stencil Manufacturing, laser Modules and industrial Tape Converting.
Who are Semicon's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Transfer Multisort Elektronik (TME), Elhurt, NOTE AB, Scanfil, Inission AB, Eurocircuits, Neways Electronics and Lacroix Electronics. Arrow Electronics is listed as a broad incumbent. AEMtec GmbH is listed as an emerging player.
Does Semicon have an API?
No public API is recorded for Semicon.
What industry is Semicon in?
Semicon's product category is Electronic Manufacturing Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHAOAI, PCB Assembly (PCBA/EMS), with a secondary code of HDAHAAAH, Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs). Its NAICS code is 33441 and its SIC code is 3679.