Gifas Electric Gmbh - Germany

What Gifas Electric Gmbh - Germany does

GIFAS ELECTRIC GmbH is a privately held German manufacturer of low-voltage power distribution equipment and professional lighting systems, founded in 1957 in Neuss by Werner J. Gröninger and now led by Managing Director Falko Muschlin. The company operates two integrated product pillars — Stromverteilung (power distribution) and Lichtsysteme (lighting systems) — built around a proprietary Vollgummi (solid rubber) material technology that delivers durability, chemical resistance, and self-extinguishing properties certified to VDE 0471-2. Its portfolio spans wall and mobile distributors, construction power distributors, transformers, underfloor systems, energy columns, cable reels, plug connectors, and a full LED lighting range including industrial luminaires, high-bay lights, floodlights, street lighting with Zhaga sockets, traffic guidance systems, illuminated handrails, and ATEX-certified explosion-proof products for zones 1/2/21/22.

The technology stack integrates with major building automation and IoT protocols — DALI, KNX, CASAMBI, Zigbee, DMX, BLE, and Zhaga — enabling smart lighting control and predictive maintenance functionality across the StreetLED SMART, DeltaLUXX, AlphaLUXX, and StreamLED product families. Newer categories include the Turbulator ceiling fan for industrial air circulation, the ML-360 HYBRID large-area light, and mobile and solar E-Bike charging stations, indicating product-line extension into e-mobility infrastructure and energy-recovery ventilation.

GIFAS sells primarily through a B2B field sales and inside sales motion in Germany, complemented by owned subsidiaries in Switzerland, Austria, France, and Italy, and a newly signed distribution partner (RIIT Agency) in Estonia. Pricing is per-account and per-unit via the shop.gifas.de B2B webshop with a €100 minimum order threshold, supported by services including consulting, planning, maintenance, and rental. The company employs approximately 280 people across Europe, holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, and serves enterprise and government customers in industry, construction, public sector, transport (rail), and safety/emergency services — with named reference customers including Airbus Defence and Space and THW Bremen.

Name

Gifas Electric Gmbh - Germany

Legal name

GIFAS ELECTRIC GmbH

Website

https://gifas.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Short description

GIFAS ELECTRIC GmbH is a privately held German manufacturer, founded in 1957 and based in Neuss, that designs and produces solid rubber low-voltage power distribution equipment and LED lighting systems for industry, construction, transport, public sector, and emergency services customers across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electrical Equipment and Lighting

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (3351), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640), Power, Distribution & Specialty Transformers (3612)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF), LED Drivers, Ballasts & Power Modules for Lighting (Constant-current/voltage drivers, ballasts, control gear) (IMAGAIAJ), Transformers (Power, Distribution, Instrument, Specialty) (IMAGAAAA)

Keywords

• Low-voltage power distribution
• Industrial LED lighting
• Solid rubber electrical products
• Explosion-proof luminaires
• Construction site power solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Neuss

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Power Distribution Equipment Sales: Sale of power distribution products including wall distributors, mobile distributors, construction site distributors, transformers, underfloor distributors, floor sockets, energy columns, cable reels, cable bridges, and plug connectors. Products feature solid rubber technology for industrial applications.
2. Lighting Systems Sales: Sale of LED lighting products including industrial luminaires, floodlights, high bay lights, street lighting, traffic guidance systems, hand lamps, and explosion-proof luminaires. Focus on energy-efficient LED technology with long service life.
3. Professional Services: Consulting, planning, development, construction, documentation, and project planning services. Includes nationwide maintenance service for underfloor distributors.
4. Rental Equipment: Rental material service for temporary power distribution and lighting solutions for events, construction sites, and emergency applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

GIFAS ELECTRIC develops and manufactures low-voltage power distribution equipment (wall distributors, mobile distributors, construction site distributors, transformers, underfloor distributors, floor sockets, energy columns, cable reels, cable bridges, plug connectors) and professional LED lighting systems (industrial luminaires, floodlights, high-bay lights, street lighting, traffic guidance systems, illuminated handrails, explosion-proof luminaires, rechargeable work lights). Products are built primarily using proprietary solid rubber (Vollgummi) technology and are designed, developed, and manufactured in Neuss, Germany.

Product overview

GIFAS ELECTRIC is a German manufacturer offering two integrated product categories: Power Distribution (Stromverteilung) and Lighting Systems (Lichtsysteme). The power distribution portfolio includes wall-mounted distributors, mobile distributors, construction power distributors, transformers, underfloor distributors, floor socket outlets, energy columns/power bollards, cable reels, cables, cable bridges, and plug connectors - all built with solid rubber (Vollgummi) technology for durability. The lighting systems encompass LED solutions including industrial lighting (StreamLED protective tube lights, BetaLUXX, LineLED PRO), high-bay lighting (DeltaLUXX series), floodlights (AlphaLUXX, FlutLED MODULAR), street lighting (StreetLED), traffic guidance systems (MarkLED, TrafficLED, CircLED), illuminated handrails (LaneLED INOX42), explosion-proof luminaires, and work lights (FlashLED, TorchLED). These products integrate with building management systems like DALI, KNX, and CASAMBI for smart lighting control. GIFAS also offers E-Bike charging stations, the Turbulator ceiling fan for energy efficiency, and specialized solutions for construction sites, production facilities, public areas, transport, and safety applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Power Distribution (Stromverteilung) Complete portfolio of power distribution solutions for industrial, construction, and transport applications, including wall-mounted distributors, mobile distributors, construction power distributors, transformers, underfloor distributors, floor socket outlets, energy columns, cable reels, cables, cable bridges, and plug connectors. Built with solid rubber (Vollgummi) technology for durability.
• Lighting Systems (Lichtsysteme) Comprehensive range of LED lighting solutions including rechargeable/battery lights, work lights, large-area lights, industrial lighting, floodlights, high-bay lighting, illuminated handrails, traffic guidance systems, street lighting, and explosion-proof products. Energy-efficient with up to 100,000 hours service life and up to 70% energy savings.
• ML-360 HYBRID Large-Area Light Large-area hybrid light delivering 48,000 lumens covering up to 980m². Designed for construction sites, railway applications, and emergency services use cases.
• LineLED PRO 4 LED Damp-Proof Tubular Luminaire Switchable LED damp-proof tubular luminaire with 45W-80W power range, 3,000K-5,000K color temperature, IP65 and IK08 protection ratings for industrial environments.
• Wandverteiler (Wall Distributors) Individually configurable solid rubber wall-mounted distributors with Schuko and CEE sockets, designed for industrial power distribution applications.
• FlutLED ROUND 2 High-Bay Spotlight LED high-bay spotlight with CCT functionality featuring switchable power and color temperature, designed for versatile industrial hall lighting applications.
• Turbulator Ceiling Fan Ceiling fan solution setting new standards in air circulation for large halls, combining energy efficiency through heat recovery with optimal indoor climate improvement.
• FlashLED 2 Rechargeable Work Light Rechargeable LED work light with emergency lighting function. Features latest Li-Ion technology with up to 1000 cycles, GIFAS battery management system, swiveling lamp head, and automatic switch to emergency mode when power is lost.
• StreetLED SMART Street Lighting Retrofit LED street lighting with Zhaga-standard socket for sensors and radio control, featuring sensor-ready driver, tool-free installation of motion or daylight sensors, and bidirectional communication for predictive maintenance.
• DeltaLUXX LED High-Bay Luminaire LED high-bay luminaire with efficient thermal management designed for dust and dirt environments, with minimum 80,000 hours service life and DALI2, CASAMBI, Zigbee control options.
• AlphaLUXX LED Area Floodlights LED area floodlights made in Germany with high-quality components and state-of-the-art technology. Available in RF vibration-resistant, OPTIC various beam angles, and standard versions.
• LaneLED INOX42 LED Handrail System V4A stainless steel handrail system (Ø 42.4mm) with integrated LED lighting. Features quick installation click system, IP67 handrail/IP69K LED strip protection, vandal-proof and weather-resistant, with up to 50m illumination from single power supply.
• StreamLED Protective Tube Lights LED protective tube lights including StreamLED POWER (IP68/69, IK10), StreamLED 2 SL70/SL50 (IP66/IP68), and StreamLED 2 AQUA (SVGW certified) for industrial and water reservoir environments.
• Baustromverteiler (Construction Power Distributors) Fully shock-insulated construction site distributors connected to main panels, distributing power via terminal connections or plug devices. Equipped with socket outlets up to 125A, with 24 to 277kVA connection capacity.
• SMART/IoT Power and Lighting Products IoT-enabled power and lighting products using Bluetooth/BLE beacons for data transmission to smartphones or cloud applications, enabling predictive maintenance and remote monitoring.
• Mobile E-Bike Charging Station Mobile charging unit enabling simultaneous charging of multiple E-Bikes, ideal for temporary locations such as festivals, campsites, or tourist facilities.
• EX Explosion-Proof Luminaires and Power Distribution ATEX-certified explosion-proof luminaires and power distribution equipment designed for use in EX zones 1, 2, 21, and 22, including Ex floodlights, linear luminaires, hand lamps, and headlamps.
• Rental Equipment Service Rental service providing temporary power distribution and lighting solutions for events, construction sites, and emergency applications.
• E-Bike Charging Stations (E760, E660S) Mobile and stationary E-Bike charging stations with lockable compartments in V2A stainless steel for cities, municipalities, and businesses. E660S model features photovoltaic roof, solar power, and battery storage.
• Professional Consulting and Project Services Professional services including consulting, planning, development, construction, documentation, and project planning, plus nationwide maintenance service for underfloor distributors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Service life of LED products up to 100,000 hours
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• RIIT AgencyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 9 July 2026Estonian distribution partner for GIFAS ELECTRIC GmbH, expanding international sales network into the Baltic region (Estonia).
• WEEE Return GmbHminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for return and disposal of GIFAS end-of-life electrical equipment in compliance with ElektroG regulations. Handles collection and proper disposal of old devices.
• GIFAS ItalycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSister company representing GIFAS in Italy. Part of GIFAS Group for international customer support.
• GIFAS FrancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSister company representing GIFAS in France. Part of GIFAS Group for international customer support.
• GIFAS AustriacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSister company representing GIFAS in Austria. Part of GIFAS Group for international customer support.
• GIFAS SwitzerlandcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSister company representing GIFAS in Switzerland. Part of GIFAS Group for international customer support.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB: Global broad-line provider of low-voltage power distribution, building systems and industrial electrical equipment. Competes with GIFAS on large infrastructure and industrial projects, but offers a vastly wider portfolio and global scale; relevant as the incumbent ceiling on premium specifications.
• Ledvance: Global LED lighting company (former Osram Lamps) with broad portfolio in professional and consumer luminaires, including industrial and street-lighting lines. Competes with GIFAS in standard industrial and outdoor LED, but at a much larger scale and via distribution-led channels rather than project-led specialist sales.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Division of Siemens AG covering building and industrial electrical infrastructure including power distribution, lighting and KNX-based building automation. Overlaps with GIFAS in integrated electrification projects and is the dominant German incumbent; competes as a broad portfolio incumbent rather than specialist.

Direct peers

• Trilux: German (Arnsberg) lighting manufacturer specializing in indoor, industrial and outdoor LED luminaires with strong DACH public-sector and industrial customer base. Direct peer to GIFAS's Lichtsysteme portfolio, particularly on high-bay, street and industrial LED lighting.
• Weidmüller: German (Detmold) specialist in electrical connectivity, terminal blocks and power-distribution components for industrial customers. Comparable to GIFAS on the Stromverteilung / industrial electrical-component side, with a similar DACH mid-market industrial customer base.
• PC Electric: Austrian (St. Martin im Innkreis) manufacturer of CEE plugs, sockets and distribution products for industrial and event use. Direct peer in CEE power distribution with strong DACH overlap and similar mid-sized, family-owned manufacturing profile.
• Bals Elektrotechnik: German manufacturer of CEE industrial plug connectors, socket combinations and mobile power distribution for construction and events. Closest direct competitor to GIFAS's mobile distributors and CEE-equipped Wandverteiler lines, serving overlapping construction and rental customers.
• RZB Lighting: German mid-sized manufacturer of indoor, outdoor and industrial LED luminaires for public, commercial and emergency applications. Comparable to GIFAS in size, DACH-centric footprint and focus on durable/specification-grade lighting projects.
• PCE Merkens: German manufacturer of solid-rubber (Vollgummi) industrial distributors and CEE combinations under the PCE brand. Closest direct peer to GIFAS in solid-rubber power distribution technology and target customers (industry, construction, events).
• HENSEL Electric: German mid-sized manufacturer of low-voltage power distribution boards, cable junction boxes and ENYCASE enclosures for industrial and outdoor applications. Direct peer to GIFAS on the Stromverteilung side, especially in harsh-environment and construction-site applications, with similar DACH-mid-market customer profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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