What SOFAMEL, S.L.U. does

SOFAMEL, S.L.U. is a privately held Spanish manufacturer of electrical connection, tooling, and worker-safety equipment, headquartered in La Pobla de Claramunt, Barcelona. Founded in 1996, the company operates its own factory and laboratory and sells under three product families: Connection (connectors, terminals, grounding equipment, insulation piercing connectors), Tools (manual and hydraulic crimping/cutting/stripping tools), and Safety (the proprietary D-TUERI family of personal voltage detectors, the CUSTODIAN permanent detector, POWER LIGHT electronic detector, ultra-thin dielectric gloves under the SGC/SGE lines, and ARMOUR safety helmets). Safety products rely on capacitive electric-field sensing and are certified to IEC 60903, IEC 61243, IEC 61482-1-2, EN 388/407/420/166, and ASTM F2675.

The commercial model is direct hardware sales. SOFAMEL distributes through its own regional branch office network in Spain and a multilingual (Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese) own-storefront e-commerce platform with a dedicated export contact, targeting professional electrical installers as the primary persona and utility/infrastructure operators as a secondary segment. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; revenue is generated through unit sales of safety and tooling SKUs. Distribution is supported by digital channels (multilingual website, LinkedIn, YouTube) and industry partnerships such as the 2026 strategic agreement with FEGICAT to train electrical installers in Catalonia.

Ownership is structured as a Sociedad Limitada Unipersonal (single-member limited liability company) under Spanish law, with no disclosed parent, institutional investor, or external funding. With 37 employees and a 30-year operating history, the company presents as a self-funded, founder-controlled specialty industrial manufacturer that has incrementally extended its catalog into adjacent use cases such as rail electrification (D-TUERI PRO 25 kV), urban pavement voltage detection (POWER SALVACANE), and large-section cable cutting (EBT-106-VOLTCUT).

Name

SOFAMEL, S.L.U.

Legal name

SOFAMEL, S.L.U.

Website

https://sofamel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SOFAMEL is a privately held Spanish manufacturer of certified electrical connection, tooling, and worker-safety equipment — including voltage detectors, dielectric gloves, and insulated tools — serving professional installers and utility operators through a direct branch and e-commerce network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Safety Equipment

NAICS

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (3359), All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (335999)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Miscellaneous Electrical Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (3690)

akta.pro primary industry

Cable Accessories & Joints/Terminations (splices, joints, terminations, link boxes) (EUADADAC)

Keywords

• Electrical safety equipment
• Voltage detectors
• Dielectric gloves
• Electrical connectors
• Crimping tools

Headquarters

HQ city

La Pobla de Claramunt

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electrical Safety Equipment Sales: SOFAMEL designs and manufactures electrical safety, connectivity and hand/hydraulic tools. Revenue is generated through direct product sales of voltage detectors, dielectric gloves, connection equipment, and safety tools to professional electrical workers and utility companies.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SOFAMEL designs and manufactures electrical connection, tooling, and personal safety equipment for professional electrical workers and utility companies. Its portfolio spans three categories: connection products (connectors, terminals, grounding equipment), manual and hydraulic tools (crimping, cutting, stripping), and safety products (personal and permanent voltage detectors, dielectric gloves, arc-flash-rated gloves, and insulated safety helmets). The company sells directly through its own commercial branch network and a multilingual e-commerce platform.

Product overview

SOFAMEL, S.L.U. is a manufacturer of electrical connection and safety equipment headquartered in La Pobla de Claramunt, Barcelona, Spain. The company's product portfolio consists of three main categories: (1) Connection products including connectors (copper, aluminum, bimetallic), cable terminals, grounding equipment (PATL-3MPS/9510, TPC-M12), and insulation piercing connectors (ABT); (2) Tools encompassing manual tools (crimping, cutting, stripping) and hydraulic tools; and (3) Safety products including personal voltage detectors (D-TUERI family — PRO, EXPERT, DUAL models spanning 7.9/69 kV to 400 kV, plus the CUSTODIAN permanent detector and POWER LIGHT electronic detector), dielectric gloves (SGC Comfort, SGE, SG), protective helmets (ARMOUR-1, ARMOUR-2), and various accessories (over-gloves, cases, pneumatic testers). Bundled kit products (COMBO PRO, COMBO DUAL series) combine D-TUERI detectors with D-WATCH units for comprehensive worker safety. The offering is organized as a multi-category product catalog rather than a unified software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• D-TUERI PRO 7.9/69 kV Personal omnidirectional electric field voltage detector for workers in live electrical zones, providing wide-distance detection at 7.9-69 kV with optical and acoustic alarm; detection distance 2 m at 7.9 kV and 5 m at 69 kV, IP65 rated.
• D-TUERI EXPERT 10/66 kV Personal omnidirectional electric field voltage detector for power line operators performing maintenance and repairs near live lines, operating at 10-66 kV with optical and acoustic alarm; detection distance 1 m at 10 kV and 3 m at 66 kV.
• D-TUERI PRO 66/138 kV Personal omnidirectional electric field voltage detector designed for transformation centers where operators work at very small distances from danger zones, operating at 66-138 kV; detection distance 1.4 m at 66 kV and 4 m at 138 kV.
• D-TUERI DUAL 7.9/69 kV - 66 kV Personal omnidirectional electric field voltage detector for power line operators with switchable sensitivity modes, capable of operating at both 7.9/69 kV and 66 kV ranges for closer proximity work.
• D-TUERI PRO 25 kV Personal omnidirectional electric field voltage detector designed for high-speed rail installation repair and maintenance operating with 25 kV alternating current; detection distance 2.7 m at 25 kV.
• CUSTODIAN Permanent Voltage Detector Permanent voltage detector for visual indication of voltage presence in medium and high voltage transformation center rooms, installed on bars or cables from 5 to 138 kV with IP65 protection.
• POWER LIGHT Electronic Voltage Detector Electronic voltage detector with high reliability in conflicting fields, rated for medium voltage use with capacitive type sensing, optical and acoustic signaling via LED and buzzer, IP65 water/dust protection, and IEC 61243 compliance.
• D-WATCH Voltage Detector Voltage detector for use in distribution centers and locations with reduced mobility, providing optical and acoustic alarming for personnel safety.
• SGC Comfort Dielectric Gloves Ultra-thin dielectric glove (Class 0) focused on maximum sensitivity, precision, and comfort for low-voltage electrical work up to 1,000 V AC, made of high-purity natural latex and certified per IEC 60903 / EN 60903.
• SGE Dielectric and Arc-Flash Gloves Thin dielectric glove (Class 0) with additional arc electric protection (CAT 2 per IEC 61482-1-2, CAT 1 ATPV per ASTM F2675), combining electrical protection with mechanical resistance and high tactile sensitivity.
• ARMOUR-1 Insulated Safety Helmet Safety helmet providing electrical insulation for workers near live electrical equipment.
• ARMOUR-2 Arc-Rated Safety Helmet with Face Shield Electrically insulated safety helmet with integrated facial screen, Class 2 with BOX TEST at 7 kA/0.5 s per EN 166 and GS-ET-29.
• COMBO PRO Safety Kit (D-TUERI PRO 7.9/69 kV + D-WATCH) Kit combining a D-TUERI PRO 7.9/69 kV personal voltage detector with a D-WATCH detector, in a metallic box with helmet attachment accessories, charger, USB cable, and nylon carrying cases.
• COMBO PRO 66/138 kV Safety Kit Kit combining a D-TUERI PRO 66/138 kV personal voltage detector with a D-WATCH detector, in a metallic box with helmet attachment accessories, charger, USB cable, and nylon carrying cases.
• COMBO PRO 25 kV Rail Safety Kit Kit combining a D-TUERI PRO 25 kV personal voltage detector for rail applications with a D-WATCH detector, in a metallic box with accessories.
• COMBO DUAL Safety Kit Kit combining a D-TUERI DUAL 7.9/69-66 kV personal voltage detector with switchable modes and a D-WATCH detector, sold in a metallic box.
• ABT Insulation Piercing Connector Insulation piercing connector for making quick and safe derivations in low voltage overhead networks, enabling efficient, reliable, and durable electrical installations.
• PATL-3MPS/9510 Portable Grounding Equipment Portable grounding equipment (PAT) for high-voltage operations, designed to minimize risk during grounding procedures in electrical work.
• TPC-M12 Grounding Lathe Grounding lathe for fixed bases already installed, providing reliable grounding connections in substation maintenance operations.
• EBT-106-VOLTCUT Cable Cutting Tool Cable cutting tool for safe and precise cutting of large-section cables up to Ø106 mm in copper or aluminum, with manual or remote operation capability up to 60 m.
• EBC-13U Professional Crimping Tool All-in-one professional crimping tool offering versatile and robust solutions for professional crimping.
• POWER SALVACANE Voltage Detector Voltage detector for safe voltage detection in urban electrical chambers (arquetas) and urban pavement applications, addressing risks from humidity, insulation deterioration, and vibrations that can generate dangerous voltages in underground urban electrical infrastructure.

Quantifiable outcome

• D-TUERI detectors provide detection distances of 2m-5m depending on voltage (7.9kV-400kV range)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FEGICAT (Federación de Gremios de Instaladores de Cataluña)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026SOFAMEL signed a strategic collaboration agreement with FEGICAT to drive a pioneering training program for the electrical sector, aimed at elevating the technical level of electrical installers in Catalonia.
• UPC ecoRacingminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026SOFAMEL supports UPC ecoRacing in developing their autonomous racing monoplaza ecoRV. This collaboration demonstrates commitment to innovation, young talent, and technological development in the engineering sector.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Salisbury by Honeywell: Salisbury, part of Honeywell PPE, is the dominant Western brand for electrical safety gloves, blankets, and personal voltage detection equipment serving the same utility/installer segment SOFAMEL addresses. Operates at much greater scale and global distribution but with overlapping IEC/EN-certified SKUs.
• ABB Electrification: ABB's Electrification segment supplies connection, wiring, and safety components for low- and medium-voltage installations worldwide. Targets the same utility and industrial installer customers as SOFAMEL, with a much broader product portfolio and global footprint.
• Hubbell Incorporated: Hubbell (including its Burndy, FCI, and Aclara brands) is a major manufacturer of electrical connectors, grounding equipment, and utility-grade connection products. Overlaps with SOFAMEL's ABT insulation piercing connectors, terminals, and grounding equipment for low-voltage overhead networks.
• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric's extensive portfolio of electrical distribution, connection, and safety components for residential, commercial, and utility customers overlaps significantly with SOFAMEL's connection and safety lines. Operates at massive global scale with similar IEC/EN certification focus.
• Ansell: Ansell is a global PPE leader whose ActivArmr electrical safety glove line competes directly with SOFAMEL's SGC Comfort and SGE dielectric gloves. Ansell operates at much larger scale, with broader PPE distribution into the same professional installer and utility channels.
• Raychem RPG (TE Connectivity): TE Connectivity (including Raychem RPG cable accessories) manufactures cable terminations, joints, splices, and insulation accessories for low- and medium-voltage networks. Comparable to SOFAMEL's cable terminals, insulation piercing connectors, and connection products serving utility customers.
• 3M Personal Safety Division: 3M's electrical safety offering (dielectric gloves, fall protection, head/face protection for live-line work) competes with SOFAMEL's glove and helmet ranges. Significantly larger scale and global distribution, with comparable IEC/EN-certified PPE SKUs targeting utilities and industrial customers.

Direct peers

• Sicame Group: Sicame Group is a leading European manufacturer of electrical safety equipment, connection accessories, and live-line tools serving utilities and electrical installers globally. Its product portfolio and customer base in connection terminals, grounding equipment, and PPE directly mirror SOFAMEL's catalog.
• DEHN SE: DEHN is a German specialist in lightning protection, earthing/grounding systems, and electrical safety equipment for utility and industrial customers. Its grounding, equipotential bonding, and arc-flash protection ranges are highly comparable to SOFAMEL's connection and safety portfolio.
• CATU (Sicame Group): CATU, part of the French Sicame Group, is one of SOFAMEL's closest direct peers — both design and manufacture voltage detectors, dielectric gloves, and grounding/live-line safety equipment for utility and installer customers. Product categories, voltage ranges, and target buyer profiles closely overlap.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCpfRAhK422EBhUrZa28iiPw
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sofamel-slu

Compliance14 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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