TP-elbud

What TP-elbud does

TP-elbud GmbH is a specialized electrical engineering and manufacturing company headquartered in Görlitz, Germany, focused on the development and production of low-voltage switchgear and the complete engineering of protection, control, and automation systems for high-voltage switchgear. The company's core product portfolio centers on Siemens SIVACON S8 low-voltage distribution switchgear (rated up to 7000 A), the maritime-certified SIVACON 8PT variant (up to 7400 A, TTA type-tested, IP30-IP54), control and safety cabinets for high-voltage substations built around Siemens SIPROTEC devices, medium-voltage 24 kV equipment, excitation systems, power capacitors, frequency converters, and copper components. Engineering and automation services — secondary circuit design, PLC programming across Siemens (S5 through S7-1500), Rockwell (SLC500, CompactLogix, ControlLogix), and Yokogawa (STARDOM) platforms, plus HMI/SCADA visualization on WinCC, PCS7, RSView and Fast Tools — are delivered using elcad, eplan, Engineering-Base, Autodesk, vault, and inventor as the core design stack.

The company operates a direct sales-led model targeting industrial manufacturing and energy-sector clients globally, with project-based custom engineering, on-site commissioning, and a recently extended after-sales and maintenance service. TP-elbud sources components from tier-1 suppliers including Siemens, Rockwell, Yokogawa, Phoenix Contact, Weidmuller, Partex, Rittal, and ZPAS. The legal entity is a German GmbH, operating as a subsidiary within the ETP ELEKTRO group (parent branding), and is led by co-managing directors Tadeusz Pocałuń (CEO) and Thomas Lachenmann. The firm holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and is a family-style operation with 11-50 employees.

Name

TP-elbud

Legal name

TP-elbud GmbH

Website

https://tpelbud.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

TP-elbud GmbH is a German electrical engineering and manufacturing firm that designs, builds, and commissions low-voltage switchgear (SIVACON S8) and high-voltage substation control systems, serving industrial and energy-sector clients worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Switchgear & Power Distribution Equipment

NAICS

Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (3353)

SIC

Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAGAAAB

Switchgear & Switchboards (HV/MV/LV, GIS/AIS)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Power Generation & Grid Equipment (Transformers, Switchgear, Substations)

SECONDARYIMAGAAAC

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

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Electrical Equipment & Industrial Electronics/Power Generation & Grid Equipment (Transformers, Switchgear, Substations)

SECONDARYEUADAKAD

Protection, control & substation automation engineering (relay/RTU/IEC 61850)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Electric Transmission & Distribution (T&D)/T&D Construction, Engineering & EPC Services

Keywords

• Low voltage switchgear
• High voltage automation
• Power distribution systems
• Switchgear manufacturing
• Electrical engineering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Görlitz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales and Manufacturing: Manufacturing and pre-fabrication of switchgear and control cabinets including SIVACON S8 distribution switchgear, control and safety cabinets for high voltage distribution, medium voltage 24kV equipment, excitation systems, local control cabinets, power capacitors, frequency converters, RC and IOS panels, and copper products.
2. Engineering Services: Complete engineering services including development of protection, control and automation systems for high voltage switchgear, engineering for low voltage equipment, secondary circuit engineering, creation of complete production documentation using advanced design software.
3. Service and Maintenance: Comprehensive service offerings at three levels (elementary, moderate, advanced) including pre-fabrication, manufacturing of application-ready cabinets and switchgear, electrical measurements, certifications, programming, commissioning, warranty and post-warranty services, repairs and maintenance.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

TP-elbud GmbH is a specialized electrical engineering and manufacturing company that develops, engineers, and produces low-voltage switchgear (notably SIVACON S8 and SIVACON 8PT maritime switchgear up to 7400 A) as well as control and safety cabinets, medium-voltage 24 kV equipment, excitation systems, power capacitors, frequency converters, RC/IOS panels, and copper products. Alongside the manufactured products, the company delivers complete engineering, automation (PLC programming, MSR technology, HMI/SCADA), and lifecycle service offerings for protection, control, and automation of high-voltage substations, serving industrial and energy-sector clients globally since 1992.

Product overview

TP-elbud is a specialized engineering and manufacturing company offering low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear systems along with high-voltage automation solutions. The core product portfolio centers on SIVACON S8 and SIVACON 8PT distribution switchgear systems (up to 7400 A), control and safety cabinets for high-voltage substations using SIPROTEC devices, and specialized products including medium-voltage 24 kV systems, excitation systems, power capacitors, frequency converters, and copper components. The company provides integrated services including digitization and engineering (covering secondary circuit design, control and protection systems), automation (MSR technology, PLC programming for Siemens/Rockwell/Yokogawa, SCADA visualization), and comprehensive service levels from pre-fabrication through after-sales and maintenance support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SIVACON S8 Low-Voltage Distribution Switchgear Next-generation low-voltage distribution switchgear for safe and simple power distribution up to 7000 A, with standard modules subject to type testing, arc-resistant locking system, modular compartments, flexible internal separation, universal hinges, and efficient ventilation; used in industrial facilities and processing plants.
• SIVACON 8PT Maritime Low-Voltage Distribution Switchgear Low-voltage distribution switchgear in maritime version with type-tested standard modules (TTA), 3- and 4-pole busbar systems up to 7400 A, modular compartments, deep compartments for spatial device mounting, protection degree IP30 to IP54, certified for maritime use and oil platforms.
• Control and Safety Cabinets for High-Voltage Distribution Substations Complete secondary circuits for high-voltage distribution switchgear with integrated control, safety, signal systems, and locking systems based on advanced Siemens SIPROTEC devices.
• Medium-Voltage 24 kV Switchgear Systems Medium-voltage switchgear systems rated at 24 kV for power distribution in industrial applications.
• Excitation Systems Excitation systems for controlling generator fields in power generation applications.
• Local Control Cabinets (LCC) Local control cabinets for industrial process control and automation applications.
• Power Capacitors Power capacitors for power factor correction and reactive power compensation in electrical distribution systems.
• Frequency Converter Panels Inverter and frequency converter panels for variable-speed drive control of motors and industrial equipment.
• Copper Products (Busbar & Connection Components) Copper components and products for electrical connections and busbar systems.
• Digitalization and Engineering Services Digitization and engineering services including transformation of information to digital format for improved business processes, covering communication, process management, and project database implementation.
• Engineering for High-Voltage Systems Engineering services for secondary circuits, control, safety, interlock, and signal systems for high-voltage distribution and transformer stations.
• Engineering for Low-Voltage Systems Complete professional project solutions for low-voltage systems including distribution systems, switchgear, compensation systems, and control systems for energy and industrial sectors.
• Automation (MSR Technology) Services Automation services including measurement, control, and regulation technology (MSR) with PLCs, installation of automation solutions, cabling, network topology, and fiber-optic design.
• PLC Programming Services PLC programming services for Siemens (S5/S7, S7-200, S7-300, S7-1500, S7-400), Rockwell (SLC500, MicroLogix1200, Compact Logix 1769-L32E, Control Logix 5550), and Yokogawa (STARDOM) platforms.
• HMI and SCADA Visualization Services HMI and SCADA visualization systems using WinCC, Asix, RSView, Fast Tools Process Control System, and SIMATIC PCS7 with report systems and MES servers.
• Service & Maintenance (Three-Tier Offering) Comprehensive service offerings at three levels (elementary, moderate, advanced) covering pre-fabrication, manufacturing of application-ready cabinets and switchgear, electrical measurements, certification, programming, and on-site commissioning, plus warranty and post-warranty service, repairs, and maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Power distribution capacity up to 7000A with SIVACON S8
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Phoenix ContactcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal brand supplier of connection technology and automation components used in TP-elbud's switchgear and control cabinet manufacturing. Components are sourced as part of the production process for control and safety cabinets.
• WeidmullercoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal brand supplier of industrial connection technology used in TP-elbud's manufacturing processes. Provides components for switchgear and control systems.
• PartexcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal brand supplier of marking and identification systems for industrial applications, used in TP-elbud's switchgear manufacturing.
• SiemenscoreTechnology or IntegrationKey technology provider for SIPROTEC protection devices used in high voltage control and safety systems, as well as SIEMENS PLCs (S5 to S7, S7-200, S7-300, S7-1500, S7-400) and SIMATIC PCS7 for automation solutions.
• Rockwell AutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for PLC programming capabilities including SLC500, MicroLogix1200, Compact Logix 1769-L32E, and Control Logix 5550 systems used in automation solutions.
• YokogawacoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for STARDOM PLC systems and process control solutions, used in TP-elbud's automation and control system implementations.
• ETP ElektroflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company relationship. TP-elbud returned to ETP ELEKTRO roots in 2020. The company leverages (ETP) synergies and works closely with business partners. ETP Elektro operates the English language version of the website.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Siemens: Owner of the SIVACON and SIPROTEC platforms that anchor TP-elbud's product and engineering offerings. Competes broadly in switchgear, substation automation, and industrial drives, but at a much larger scale and as a global full-portfolio player rather than a niche specialist.
• Eaton: Large electrical equipment manufacturer with strong LV switchgear, power distribution, and industrial control offerings. Competes with TP-elbud in industrial and energy LV switchgear applications, especially via xEnergy and similar modular platforms.
• ABB: Global incumbent in low- and medium-voltage switchgear, substation automation, and protection relays. Competes with TP-elbud in industrial and energy-sector switchgear projects but offers a far broader portfolio across electrification, motion, and process automation.
• Schneider Electric: Major manufacturer of LV/MV switchgear (e.g., Prisma, Blokset), variable-speed drives, and industrial automation software. Overlaps with TP-elbud in industrial power distribution and energy management but operates at global incumbent scale.
• Hager Group: European manufacturer focused on LV power distribution, building electrical systems, and energy management. Overlaps with TP-elbud on industrial LV switchgear but skews toward commercial/residential building electrification.
• Legrand: Global electrical and digital building infrastructure group with significant LV switchgear, busbar, and power distribution offerings (e.g., Zucchini, Legrand industrial). Overlaps with TP-elbud on LV industrial power distribution at much larger global scale.

Others

• Rittal: Key supplier of enclosures and cabinet systems used as the structural basis for TP-elbud's control cabinets. Adjacent ecosystem participant — both supplier and indirect competitor in industrial enclosure/power distribution solutions.

Direct peers

• ZPAS Group: Polish enclosure and switchgear manufacturer supplying the EU energy and industrial markets. Closely comparable to TP-elbud in product scope (LV switchgear, control cabinets, enclosures) and Central European industrial focus; also a former affiliate via the ENERGOPOL/ETP history.
• Jean Müller GmbH: German manufacturer specializing in LV power distribution, fuse systems, and switchgear components. Direct comparable to TP-elbud in scale and product focus, serving industrial and energy customers with type-tested LV solutions.
• Efen GmbH: German specialist manufacturer of low-voltage fuse systems, switchgear components, and metering solutions. Closely comparable to TP-elbud in scale, geography (Germany-based), and LV switchgear / power distribution focus for utilities and industry.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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