EL-MicroWave

What EL-MicroWave does

EL-MicroWave Srl is an Italian industrial automation company headquartered in Cormano (MI), Lombardy, operating since approximately 1998-2000. The company functions as both a proprietary manufacturer of industrial communication and control components (serial converters supporting RS232/RS422/RS485/USB, Modbus I/O modules with 16-bit conversion, PID autotuning temperature and process regulators) and as the official Italian distributor for three international brands: Armendus (patented support arm systems, HMI command panels, pedestals, foot switches, signal lamps with 5-year warranty), Apra-Norm (19-inch electronic enclosures, subracks, micro-cases), and Tekpan (industrial enclosures including Bellcore Zone 4 seismic-certified TEOS PLUS, NEO, ARES series with UL, CE, EAC, IP65 ratings).

The company's business model combines hardware product sales with professional services. Hardware revenue is generated through standard catalog products and customized co-design solutions (mechanical engineering, thermal management, EMC shielding, surface finishing). Service revenue derives from UV LED industrial printing for identification plates and control panels, plus design and development consulting. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure. GTM relies on a network of regional sales representatives covering Lombardy, Piedmont, Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Trentino Alto Adige, Emilia Romagna, Lazio, Umbria, Marche, Abruzzo, Molise, and Puglia, supplemented by direct sales contacts and a B2B digital presence on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Customers are Italian machine builders, system integrators, and internal engineering departments requiring robust, certified components for industrial and power electronics applications. End-vertical exposure spans factory automation, railway, medical, energy, and data center infrastructure via the certified enclosures lines. The company maintains ISO certifications, IEC 61439 type-testing, and Bellcore seismic compliance, positioning it for regulated industrial projects, though all disclosed operations remain domestic.

Name

EL-MicroWave

Legal name

EL-MicroWave Srl

Website

https://el-microwave.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EL-MicroWave Srl is an Italian industrial automation firm that designs proprietary serial converters, Modbus modules, and regulators while distributing Armendus, Apra-Norm, and Tekpan enclosures and support arm systems to Italian machine builders, system integrators, and engineering departments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Automation Components

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Sensors & Instrumentation Electronics Manufacturing Services (Transmitters, analyzers, industrial sensors) (IMAGAGAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF), Industrial IoT/Edge Electronics Manufacturing (Gateways, Edge Controllers) (IMAGAGAC)

Keywords

• Industrial automation components
• Serial communication converters
• Modbus I/O modules
• Support arm systems
• Industrial enclosures

Headquarters

HQ city

Cormano (MI)

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vendita prodotti standard e custom: EL-MicroWave generates revenue through the sale of industrial automation components including converters, Modbus modules, regulators, support arm systems, electrical enclosures, and electronic containers. They offer both standard products and customized solutions tailored to customer specifications.
2. Servizio di stampa UV LED: Industrial UV LED printing service for personalization of identification plates, synoptics, control panels, safety labels, serial markings, and automation components. Offers rapid prototyping and just-in-time flexible lot sizes.
3. Soluzioni custom e co-design: Custom mechanical solutions for electronics, from prototype to series production. Includes consulting, custom-design, thermal management, EMC shielding, structural robustness, and surface finishing services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

EL-MicroWave designs, manufactures and distributes industrial automation components including proprietary serial converters (RS232/RS422/RS485/USB), Modbus I/O modules, and multiloop temperature/process regulators. As official Italian distributor for Armendus (support arm systems, command panels, pedestals, industrial keyboards, foot switches, signal lamps), Apra-Norm (19-inch enclosures and subracks), and Tekpan (enclosures, control consoles, seismic-rated cabinets), the company also offers UV LED printing, custom mechanical design, and electromechanical integration services to industrial clients.

Product overview

EL-MicroWave is an Italian industrial automation company distributing a portfolio of proprietary and branded products. The core offering includes EL-MicroWave branded converters, Modbus modules and temperature/process regulators; Armendus branded support arm systems (ARM050, ARM080, ARM130), height-adjustable arms, command panels, industrial pedestals, automation towers, keyboard systems, foot switches and signal lamps; Apra-Norm branded electronic enclosures including table-top, panel-mount and 19-inch subracks; and Tekpan branded industrial enclosures and control consoles (TEOS PLUS, ARES, NEO series) including seismic-resistant and stainless steel versions. Services include UV LED printing, design and development, and custom solutions. The company operates as both a product manufacturer and technical/commercial partner throughout the product lifecycle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Armendus: Systems for industrial automation, HMI panels, and high-performance support arm systems. EL-MicroWave is the official Armendus reseller in Italy. Armendus products include support arms, control panels, pedestals, keyboard systems, foot switches, and signal lamps.
• Tekpan
• Apra-Norm

Products and services

• Convertitori (Serial Converters) Industrial serial converters and repeaters in DIN rail or desktop versions, with triple optical isolation, EMI filters, diagnostic LEDs and DUAL models for two RS485 branches, supporting RS232, RS422, RS485 and USB integration. For industrial automation integrators and machine builders.
• Regolatori (Temperature & Process Regulators) Multiloop DIN regulators for temperature and process control with PID autotuning, thermal profiles, sequenced start and configurable outputs, available with RS422/485 Modbus interface and dedicated operator panels. For industrial process control applications.
• Moduli Modbus (Modbus I/O Modules) Compact DIN rail modules for acquisition and control of analog, digital and temperature signals, integrating 16-bit conversion, internal watchdog, optical isolation and Modbus ASCII or RTU interface for automation, monitoring and remote control. For automation, monitoring and remote control installations.
• Armendus Support Arm Systems & HMI Accessories Patented modular support arm systems (ARM050, ARM080, ARM130), height-adjustable arms, PRO series command panels, industrial pedestals, automation line towers, industrial keyboard systems, foot switches and LED signal lamps. For industrial machinery builders and HMI/operator panel applications. Includes a 5-year warranty.
• Apra-Norm Electronic Enclosures & Subracks 19-inch aluminum or steel enclosures for bench instruments (table-top), slim modular panel enclosures for DIN rail/front panel mounting, heavy-load 19-inch subracks certified for shock and vibrations, and IP65/67 micro-cases in ABS/polycarbonate/die-cast aluminum. For railway, medical, industrial automation, measurement & control, defense and high-reliability electronic systems.
• Tekpan Industrial Enclosures & Control Consoles Complete line of industrial enclosures and control consoles (TEOS PLUS, ARES, NEO, Monoblock, KMT/KMP) in painted sheet steel or stainless steel 304/316, providing IP54–IP66 protection, IK10 impact resistance, Zone 4 seismic options (Bellcore), and IEC 61439 6300A 120kA type testing. For electrical panels, control cabinets, junction boxes and data centers.
• Stampa UV LED (UV LED Printing Service) Industrial UV LED printing service using photopolymer inks that solidify instantly under ultraviolet lamps, providing high-definition graphics with rapid drying for personalization of identification plates, synoptics, control panels, safety labels, serial markings and automation components, with rapid prototyping and just-in-time flexible lot sizes. For machine builders and industrial manufacturers requiring custom marking.
• Design e Sviluppo (Design and Development Services) R&D and design services supporting customers from concept to project and from prototype to series production, covering product design, development and industrialization activities. For industrial customers needing co-design expertise.
• Soluzioni Custom (Custom Solutions) Customized mechanical solutions for the electronics compartment sector, including industrialization and production of 19-inch mechanical components for electronic cards and complete equipment, plus thermal management, EMC shielding, structural robustness and surface finishing. For OEMs needing custom enclosures or mechatronic integration.
• Consulenza, Produzione, Integrazione e Assistenza (Consulting, Production, Integration & Support) Comprehensive services including technical consulting, custom design, flexible production with powder/liquid painting and serigraphy, complete electrical/electromechanical integration, rapid shipping, and post-sale assistance. For industrial customers across the full product lifecycle.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ArmenduscoreTechnology or IntegrationEL-MicroWave is the official distributor (rivenditore ufficiale) of Armendus products in Italy. Armendus designs and manufactures industrial automation systems including support arms, command panels, industrial pedestals, keyboard systems, foot switches, and signal lamps. EL-MicroWave has evaluated competitors over the years and using accumulated experience, has designed, patented, and certified their systems achieving quality and durability above market average, offering a 5-year warranty.
• Apra-Norm Elektromechanik GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationApra-Norm is a European leader in the design and production of 19-inch electronic containers, modular subracks, and special enclosures for railway, medical, industrial automation, measurement and control sectors. EL-MicroWave distributes their complete product range in Italy including standard or custom electronic containers with accessories, ventilation, EMI shielding, and dedicated coatings.
• TekpancoreTechnology or IntegrationTekpan is a world leader in the production of control panel enclosures, climate control solutions, junction boxes, power distribution components, and industrial automation products. EL-MicroWave distributes Tekpan's complete product line including painted sheet metal or stainless steel enclosures suitable for all installation types. Tekpan holds international certifications including UL, IP65, CE, EAC, and seismic Zone 4 Bellcore certification.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• EFA Automazione: Italian distributor and integrator of industrial automation components (sensors, controls, safety, connectivity) serving machine builders and system integrators across Italy. Directly comparable as a domestic value-added industrial automation distributor with a regional sales-rep GTM model.
• Rittal: Global manufacturer of industrial enclosures, climate control, and power distribution products with extensive certifications (UL, CE, IEC). Highly comparable to the Tekpan and Apra-Norm enclosure portfolio distributed by EL-MicroWave, particularly for panel builders and control cabinet OEMs.
• Pizzato Elettrica: Italian manufacturer of industrial automation components including position switches, foot switches, signal lamps, and HMI devices. Directly comparable to EL-MicroWave's Armendus-branded foot switches, signal lamps, and command panels, and competes for the same Italian industrial OEM customers.
• WAGO Italia: Manufacturer of spring-pressure connection technology, industrial controllers, and I/O modules (including Modbus-capable modules) with a direct Italian presence. Comparable product overlap with EL-MicroWave's Modbus modules, converters, and industrial regulators.
• Phoenix Contact Italia: Manufacturer of industrial connection technology, signal conditioning, and automation components with a direct Italian subsidiary. Comparable as a supplier of DIN-rail industrial communication modules, converters, and regulators sold into the same Italian machine-builder and system-integrator base.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Italia: Global industrial automation incumbent offering SIMATIC PLCs, I/O systems, HMI, and industrial communication modules. Competes with EL-MicroWave's Modbus/serial converter proposition and sells into the same Italian industrial customer base, though at substantially greater scale and breadth.
• Schneider Electric Italia: Global industrial automation and electrical equipment major offering PLCs, variable speed drives, HMI, and enclosures (Spacial range). Overlaps with EL-MicroWave's converter, regulator, and enclosure portfolio and competes for the same Italian machine builder and system integrator customers.
• ABB Italia: Global industrial automation and electrification major offering PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and enclosures. Overlaps broadly with EL-MicroWave's automation components and competes for the same Italian industrial OEM and panel-builder customers.
• Eaton Industries (Italy): Global power management and industrial control manufacturer offering enclosures, relays, and automation components. Overlaps with EL-MicroWave's industrial apparatus portfolio and competes for the same Italian panel builders, though with a much broader product range.

Regional players

• Microcontrol (Italy): Italian specialist manufacturer of serial converters, repeaters, and industrial communication products. Closely comparable to EL-MicroWave's proprietary converter line and competes head-to-head in the Italian RS232/RS422/RS485 and Modbus market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/el-microwave
• Instagraminstagram.com/elmicrowave

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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