Vogl Electronic
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1986
- HeadquartersSalching, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Vogl Electronic firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Vogl Electronic
- Legal name
- Vogl Electronic GmbH
- Website
- https://vogl-electronic.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1986
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Vogl Electronic industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Power System Monitoring Equipment
- NAICS
- Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)
- SIC
- Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Substation & HV Equipment Diagnostics (Partial Discharge, DGA, SF6) (EUAEAHAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Power Quality, Line Monitoring & Grid Edge Sensors (PMUs/µPMUs) (EUADAPAO), Instrument Transformers (CTs/VTs) & Sensors (Conventional/Optical) (EUADACAG), High-Voltage Electrical Systems (Switchgear, Transformers, Protection & Control) (EUAEAFAA), Optical & Light Sensors (Photodiodes/ALS/Color/UV) (HDAHALAE), Optoelectronic Components (LEDs, photodiodes, optocouplers, optical sensors) (IMAGAJAF)
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Where Vogl Electronic is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Salching
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Vogl Electronic business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Monitoring Systems and Hardware Sales: Sale of complete optical monitoring systems including light sensors, evaluation units (LiBo, OTEM, ESK), and electronic control units for high-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear and transformers. Products can be installed in new equipment or retrofitted to existing systems.
- Professional Services (Commissioning, Diagnosis, Training): Commissioning services for optical and optoelectronic systems, on-site partial discharge diagnosis using mobile testing equipment, and training courses on safe handling of products during commissioning and maintenance. Training conducted at company headquarters or on-site.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Vogl Electronic product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Vogl Electronic manufactures optical monitoring systems for high and medium voltage switchgear, including arc detection (LIBO), partial discharge monitoring (OTEM), and earth fault detection (ESK) systems. The products are based on optoelectronic sensors that detect light phenomena from partial discharges and arc faults in gas-insulated switchgear, lines, and transformers, enabling precise fault localization and prevention of catastrophic equipment failures. The modular light sensor base module supports both new installations and retrofits of existing equipment, complemented by professional commissioning, diagnosis, and training services.
Product overview
Vogl Electronic specializes in optical monitoring systems for medium and high voltage equipment. The product portfolio consists of three main monitoring systems built on a modular architecture: (1) LIBO – an optical arc detection system for GIS/GIL (66-800 kV) and medium voltage switchgear (10-33 kV); (2) OTEM – an optical partial discharge monitoring system for gas-insulated switchgear/lines and power transformers; and (3) ESK – a ground fault detection system for medium voltage switchgear up to 110 kV. All systems share the Lichtaufnehmer (Light Sensor) base module, which serves as the foundation for both LIBO and OTEM systems, allowing cost-effective planning and retrofittable upgrades. Custom-engineered products complement the standard offerings for specialized applications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- LIBO: Optical Arc Detection system for gas-insulated switchgear. Detects and localizes arc faults using optical sensors, protecting high-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear from damage.
- OTEM
- ESK
Products and services
- Lichtaufnehmer (Light Sensor) Base Module for GIS/GIL Central light sensor base module that provides a direct optical view into gas-insulated switchgear and lines. Detects optical signals from partial discharges or arc faults without requiring direct line-of-sight to the fault location. Compatible with both LIBO and OTEM systems and can be retrofitted to existing installations.
- LIBO (LiBo) Optical Arc Detection System for High Voltage GIS/GIL (66-800 kV) Optoelectronic arc detection and localization system for gas-insulated high voltage switchgear and lines (66-800 kV). Uses light sensors to monitor individual gas compartments, transmitting signals via fiber-optic cables to electronic units for rapid fault localization and shutdown, protecting high-voltage switchgear from arc-induced damage.
- OTEM Optical Partial Discharge Monitoring System for GIS/GIL Optical partial discharge monitoring system for gas-insulated high voltage switchgear and lines. Detects and localizes partial discharges to individual gas compartments using optical signals rather than electrical signals, preventing costly failures and blackouts.
- OTEM Optical Partial Discharge Monitoring System for Power Transformers Optical partial discharge monitoring system specifically designed for power transformers. Detects partial discharges and provides information about transformer condition with high sensitivity and immunity to electromagnetic interference.
- Lichtaufnehmer (Light Sensor) Base Module for Power Transformers Base module for optical monitoring of power transformers, enabling detection of optical signals from partial discharges or arc faults. Compatible with the OTEM system and can be retrofitted to existing transformers.
- ESK Earth Fault Detection System Ground fault and phase fault detection system for air- and gas-insulated medium voltage switchgear up to 110 kV. Detects single-phase earth faults before they transform into destructive short circuits, working in combination with the LIBO system.
- Custom-Built Products (Sonderanfertigungen) Custom-engineered products including specialized light sensors, measuring sensors, measuring adapters, monitoring systems, and custom-made products designed for specific high voltage and medium voltage customer requirements.
- Optical Partial Discharge Diagnosis Service On-site partial discharge diagnosis using mobile optical testing equipment, performed by experienced engineers to assess the condition of switchgear and transformers at customer facilities.
- Commissioning Service On-site commissioning of optical and optoelectronic monitoring systems (LIBO, OTEM, ESK) for high and medium voltage switchgear, performed by experienced Vogl Electronic engineers to ensure correct installation and operation.
- Training Courses on High-Voltage Technology Training courses on safe handling of Vogl Electronic products during commissioning and maintenance, conducted at the company headquarters in Salching, Germany or delivered on-site at customer facilities.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 70,000 monitored gas compartments in over 20 countries
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Vogl Electronic
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Vogl Electronic technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Vogl Electronic partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.
- Betriebsmedizin LeberleminorOccupational health partner providing preventive medical care and health services to employees. Medical practice with locations in Straubing and Regensburg. Partnership exceeds legal requirements, offering preventive and supplementary health programs to maintain employee well-being.
- Cluster Mobility & LogisticsminorTechnology network for mobility and logistics that helps companies find intelligent answers to societal and technological challenges in the age of electromobility and IT logistics. Supports competitiveness through networking, project partner mediation, and research project initiation.
- Energieagentur RegensburgminorRegional energy agency working under the motto 'Ideas for the Future - Plans for Tomorrow' with sustainable solutions for energy and climate protection. Supports regional energy transition and path to climate neutrality for citizens, municipalities, and companies.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Vogl Electronic competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- ABB: ABB is a leading manufacturer of HV/MV switchgear and transformers with embedded monitoring and digital substation capabilities (e.g., ABB Ability). As a major GIS OEM customer, it is both a partner and a broad-incumbent competitor in asset monitoring.
- Siemens Energy: Siemens Energy manufactures HV switchgear and offers integrated digital monitoring solutions (e.g., Sensgear, SIGRID). As a major OEM customer for Vogl, it is also a broad incumbent that could compete with or absorb Vogl's monitoring functionality.
- Hitachi Energy: Hitachi Energy (formerly Hitachi ABB Power Grids) supplies HV switchgear and grid automation with integrated monitoring and digital twin solutions. It is a broad incumbent partner and competitor in the GIS/switchgear monitoring category.
Direct peers
- Megger: Megger is a global manufacturer of electrical test and measurement equipment, including partial discharge diagnostics for switchgear and transformers. It serves the same utility and industrial customer base as Vogl, though with a broader portfolio.
- Qualitrol: Qualitrol (a Fortive company) is a leading provider of monitoring and protection products for transformers, switchgear, and other electrical assets. It directly competes with Vogl in partial discharge monitoring and condition assessment for HV equipment.
- Doble Engineering: Doble Engineering provides diagnostic testing, monitoring, and consulting services for electrical assets, including partial discharge detection for transformers and switchgear. It is a direct peer in the asset diagnostics and condition monitoring market.
- Power Diagnostix: Power Diagnostix is a specialist manufacturer of partial discharge measurement and analysis systems for HV equipment, including GIS and transformers. It is a focused niche competitor with directly overlapping products to Vogl's OTEM platform.
- OMICRON electronics: OMICRON specializes in testing, diagnostics, and monitoring solutions for electrical power systems, including partial discharge detection for transformers and switchgear. It is a direct competitor to Vogl's OTEM and LiBo offerings in the HV/MV monitoring space.
- IPEC Instruments: IPEC manufactures high-voltage testing and partial discharge detection instruments used by utilities and OEMs for cable, transformer, and switchgear diagnostics. It overlaps with Vogl in PD detection and HV asset monitoring.
Emerging players
- Kistler Group: Kistler specializes in piezoelectric sensors and measurement technology used in industrial monitoring and testing applications. While not a direct competitor in HV switchgear, it represents an adjacent sensor/measurement player with overlapping optoelectronic and process monitoring capabilities.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Vogl Electronic social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
Vogl Electronic financial estimates
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Vogl Electronic leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Vogl Electronic funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Vogl Electronic M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Vogl Electronic
What does Vogl Electronic do?
Vogl Electronic manufactures optical monitoring systems for high and medium voltage switchgear, including arc detection (LIBO), partial discharge monitoring (OTEM), and earth fault detection (ESK) systems. The products are based on optoelectronic sensors that detect light phenomena from partial discharges and arc faults in gas-insulated switchgear, lines, and transformers, enabling precise fault localization and prevention of catastrophic equipment failures. The modular light sensor base module supports both new installations and retrofits of existing equipment, complemented by professional commissioning, diagnosis, and training services.
Is Vogl Electronic a public or private company?
Vogl Electronic is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Vogl Electronic founded?
Vogl Electronic was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Vogl Electronic based?
Vogl Electronic is headquartered in Salching, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Vogl Electronic make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Monitoring Systems and Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are professional Services (Commissioning, Diagnosis, Training).
Who are Vogl Electronic's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are ABB, Siemens Energy and Hitachi Energy. Direct peers are Megger, Qualitrol, Doble Engineering, Power Diagnostix, OMICRON electronics and IPEC Instruments. Kistler Group is listed as an emerging player.
Does Vogl Electronic have an API?
No public API is recorded for Vogl Electronic.
What industry is Vogl Electronic in?
Vogl Electronic's product category is Power System Monitoring Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAEAHAH, Substation & HV Equipment Diagnostics (Partial Discharge, DGA, SF6), with a secondary code of EUADAPAO, Power Quality, Line Monitoring & Grid Edge Sensors (PMUs/µPMUs). Its NAICS code is 334515 and its SIC code is 3825.