What Elan does

Elan s.r.l. (DBA Elan) is an Italian privately held manufacturer based in Camerano (Ancona), founded in 1975, that designs and produces low-voltage cables and batteries for security, fire-alarm, video surveillance, access-control, building-automation, and LAN/data-network applications. Its core technology is built around fire-resistant cable construction, including the proprietary ELANFIRE family of mica-glass-tape insulated cables rated to EN50200 PH120 with CPR Cca-s1a,d0,a1 classification, complemented by LSZH halogen-free and PVC jacketed alarm/security cables, ELANDATA CPR-certified CAT6 LAN cables, and the BIGBAT line of lead-acid and lithium batteries. Products are certified to ISO 9001:2015 and conform to a stack of Italian and European standards (CEI 20-105, CEI 9795, IEC 60332/60754/61034, CPR EU 305/11), with the company holding AEO customs certification and CEI associated membership since 2024.

Elan operates a B2B distribution model targeting professional security installers, electrical contractors, and electrical/security material distributors in Italy, with same-day shipping and 24/48 hour domestic delivery. The company does not sell to end consumers and does not publicly disclose pricing; revenue is generated through wholesale and direct-to-installer channels with quote-based pricing. Go-to-market relies on technical specification content (downloadable catalogs, DoPs, compliance certificates), CEI training-tour participation, and a 2026 partnership with PrevenzioneIncendioItalia for fire-safety technical seminars aimed at engineering and design consultancies. The company is wholly privately owned with no disclosed institutional or PE/VC investors, and operates only in Italy with no confirmed international revenue despite AEO-enabled logistics readiness.

Name

Elan

Legal name

ELAN s.r.l.

Website

https://www.elan.an.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Elan s.r.l. is an Italian manufacturer (Camerano, founded 1975) of certified low-voltage cables and batteries for fire-alarm, security, video surveillance, and LAN/data-network applications, selling B2B to Italian installers, electrical contractors, and distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Security and Fire Alarm Cables

NAICS

Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire-Resistant & Life-Safety Cable (Fire Alarm/Emergency) (IMADAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Control, Instrumentation & Automation Cable (IMADAMAC)

Keywords

• Fire-resistant cables
• Alarm system cables
• Security cables
• Lead-acid batteries
• Network cables

Headquarters

HQ city

Camerano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Elan s.r.l. manufactures and sells specialized fire-resistant cables (ELANFIRE series), alarm and security cables (PVC and LSZH), data network cables (ELANDATA CAT6), coaxial CCTV/SAT cables, signal cables for gate automation, and BigBat lead-acid and lithium batteries for backup power in security and fire alarm systems. The portfolio is aimed at professional security installers, electrical contractors, and distributors who require certified, regulation-compliant low-voltage infrastructure components for life-safety and building automation installations. Production is 100% Made in Italy under ISO 9001:2015, with full CEI, EN50200, and CPR certification compliance.

Product overview

Elan s.r.l. is an Italian manufacturer of cables and batteries for alarm, security, and fire safety applications. The product portfolio consists of three main categories: (1) Cavi (Cables) covering fire-resistant ELANFIRE cables with PH120 ratings, alarm/security cables in PVC and LSZH jackets, ELANDATA network cables including CPR-certified CAT6, coaxial cables for CCTV, and signal cables for gate automation; (2) Batterie Big Bat encompassing lead-acid and lithium batteries for security systems; and (3) Tools including connectors and installation equipment. The company emphasizes 100% made in Italy production, 24/48 hour delivery, and compliance with CPR and CEI standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ELANFIRE: Fire-resistant cables (cavi antincendio) compliant with CEI 20-105 standards, including ELANFIRE TW SCH PH120, ELANFIRE TW N/SCH PH120, and ELANFIRE EVAC product lines.
• ELANDATA
• BIGBAT

Products and services

• ELANFIRE Fire-Resistant Cables (Allarme Incendio) Fire-resistant cables under the ELANFIRE sub-brand, including twisted shielded (ELANFIRE TW SCH PH120) and non-shielded (ELANFIRE TW N/SCH PH120) variants with mica insulation. Designed for fire alarm systems and emergency evacuation installations, maintaining circuit integrity for up to 120 minutes during fire events per EN50200 PH120. Conforms to CEI 20-105 V2 with CPR performance class Cca-s1a,d0,a1. Aimed at professional security installers and electrical contractors.
• ELANFIRE EVAC CEI 9795 Voice Evacuation Cables Specialized cables for voice evacuation systems in fire alarm applications, conforming to CEI 9795 standards. Designed for emergency voice alarm communication systems where reliable audio signal transmission during fire events is critical. Targeted at professional fire safety system installers and integrators.
• Allarme / Sicurezza PVC Alarm and Security Cables Alarm and security cables in PVC jacket available in shielded, non-shielded, twisted BUS/RS485, double-jacket twisted, and double-jacket shielded barrier variants. Non-flame propagating per CEI 20-22 III. Designed for security alarm systems, intrusion detection, and general low-voltage signal applications in commercial and residential installations. Aimed at security installers and electrical contractors.
• Allarme / Sicurezza LSZH Alarm and Security Cables Alarm and security cables with Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket that reduces toxic gas emissions during fire. Includes KNX home automation cables, video intercom cables, and twisted BUS/RS485 LSZH variants. Conforms to CPR 305/11 and EN50575. Designed for KNX home automation, video intercom, and security installations where halogen-free performance is specified. Aimed at security installers and home automation integrators.
• ELANDATA LAN/Network Cables LAN/network cables under the ELANDATA sub-brand including CAT6 cables certified CPR Class Cca-s1a,d0,a1, internal data cables, outdoor data cables (including anti-rodent and UV-resistant variants), and combined power+data cables. Designed for structured cabling in commercial and residential building network installations. Aimed at network installers, electrical contractors, and IT infrastructure integrators.
• Coassiali TVCC/SAT Coaxial Cables Coaxial cables for CCTV (TVCC) and satellite applications, including 75 ohm standard, 75 ohm high definition, and composite TVCC cable variants. Designed for video surveillance and satellite signal transmission installations. Aimed at CCTV installers and security system integrators.
• Segnale / Fror / Cancelli Signal Cables Signal cables for intercom, FROR intercom, and double-jacket gate automation/access control applications. Designed for low-voltage signal transmission in intercom systems, automated gate installations, and access control infrastructure. Aimed at access control installers and gate automation specialists.
• BigBat Lead-Acid Rechargeable Batteries Lead-acid rechargeable batteries under the BigBat brand in 6V, 12V, and Long Life 12V and 2V variants. Designed as backup power for alarm and security systems, providing reliable standby power during mains failure. Product range is aligned with the new European battery regulation. Aimed at security system installers requiring integrated battery backup for life-safety installations.
• BigBat Lithium Batteries Lithium batteries under the BigBat brand for alarm and security applications. Provides lightweight, long-life backup power for security and fire alarm installations. Aimed at security installers specifying lithium backup solutions for modern alarm systems.
• Tools — Connectors and Installation Equipment Connectors and installation equipment including BNC connectors, gold-plated HD connectors (connettori H.D. dorati), and compression tools (pinze a compressione) for cable installation. Sold as accessories to support the main cable and battery product lines. Aimed at security installers and electrical contractors performing cable termination and installation.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tratos Cavi: Italian manufacturer of specialty and fire-resistant cables with overlap across fire alarm, LSZH, and data cable categories. Closest domestic comparable given similar product mix (fire-resistant + security + power) and Italian-market focus.
• Cavicel: Italian specialist in fire-resistant cables for emergency and life-safety systems. Directly comparable product portfolio (EN50200 fire-rated cables, LSZH variants) and shared focus on CEI/CPR-compliant installer-grade cables.
• Dätwyler Cabling Solutions: European manufacturer of data, network, and specialty infrastructure cables including CPR-rated and LSZH offerings. Directly comparable on the ELANDATA CAT6/LAN and security-cable product lines serving installers.

Broad incumbents

• Prysmian Group: Italian-origin global cable manufacturer and the largest European wire and cable producer. Overlaps with Elan in fire-resistant, LSZH, and alarm/security cable categories but as part of a much broader industrial portfolio.
• Nexans: Major European cable manufacturer with broad fire-safety, data, and energy cable offerings. Comparable as a broad incumbent that competes with Elan on fire-resistant and LSZH SKUs but at much larger scale.
• LEONI: European-headquartered manufacturer of wires, cables, and wiring systems with overlap in specialty, fire-resistant, and industrial cable categories. Broad incumbent rather than specialty fire-cable pure-play.
• Belden: US-headquartered specialist in signal and network cables including industrial, security, and broadcast-grade offerings. Comparable on the data/network and security-cable categories but with much broader global footprint.

Regional players

• Icel (Industria Cavi Elettrici): Italian cable manufacturer with broad specialty-cable range including fire-resistant and signal cables. Comparable domestic peer serving Italian installers with overlapping low-voltage product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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