FORTEC TECHNOLOGY UK LIMITED

What FORTEC TECHNOLOGY UK LIMITED does

FORTEC Technology UK Limited is a specialist distributor and value-added solutions provider of industrial electronic components and systems, founded in 1999 under the name Display Technology and rebranded in 2024 as part of the FORTEC One group-wide transformation. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of FORTEC Elektronik AG, a diversified German industrial electronics group headquartered in Germering near Munich, with the group operating through seven subsidiaries across five countries (UK, Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands, USA) and an engineering and R&D facility in Cairo, Egypt. FORTEC UK is based at Osprey House, Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire (Companies House number 04199294), and the broader FORTEC Group reports turnover of approximately €80-95 million with 236 employees globally.

Name

FORTEC TECHNOLOGY UK LIMITED

Legal name

FORTEC Technology UK Ltd

Website

https://fortec.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

FORTEC Technology UK Limited is a specialist distributor and value-added solutions provider of industrial TFT displays, embedded computing, power supplies, and custom electronic assemblies, serving transportation, medical, defence, marine, and instrumentation OEMs as a subsidiary of FORTEC Elektronik AG.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Electronics Distribution

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Computer Peripheral Equipment, Nec (3577)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• Industrial display distribution
• Embedded computing solutions
• Power supply components
• TFT display modules
• Value-added electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Huntingdon

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Distribution and Sales: Sale of TFT display modules, industrial monitors, embedded computing products, power supplies, and electronic components. The company sources from multiple global suppliers and offers value-added services including customisation and integration.
2. Value-Added Services: Customisation services including bespoke design, construction of metal housing, touchscreen integration, optical bonding, and controller board development. These services complement hardware sales with engineering expertise.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

FORTEC Technology UK Limited is a specialist distributor and value-added integrator of industrial electronic components, supplying TFT display modules, industrial monitors, embedded computing platforms (SBCs, motherboards, industrial PCs, panel PCs), touch screen components, and AC-DC/DC-DC power supplies. The company complements distribution with value-added services including optical bonding, touch screen fitting, bespoke design and manufacture, product customisation, and end-of-life (EOL) management for customers across transportation, medical, defence, marine, and instrumentation sectors.

Product overview

FORTEC UK is a specialist distributor and value-added integrator of industrial electronic components and systems. The product portfolio centres on five core areas: TFT Display Modules (including high resolution, high brightness, touch-enabled, and stretch displays), Industrial Monitors (open frame and standard formats up to 24 inches and from 25 inches), Embedded Computing (Single Board Computers, motherboards, Industrial PCs, and Panel PCs), TFT Controllers and Touch Screen Components (PCAP, resistive, hover touch, and controllers), and Power Supplies (AC-DC from 3W to 10kW, DC-DC from 1.5W to 700W). These components are complemented by Kit Solutions (pre-configured combinations with ARM/Raspberry Pi or embedded platforms), Accessories (interface boards), and Components & Magnetics (wound components for power supply applications). Services include Optical Bonding, Design & Manufacture, Touch Screen Fitting, Product Customisation, and EOL (End-of-Life) Management. The company acts as both a distributor of third-party products (including AAEON embedded systems, Axiomtek computing platforms, Delta and Cincon power supplies) and a manufacturer of custom-display assemblies and wound magnetic components, backed by over 25 years of industry experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TFT Display Modules A comprehensive range of TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) display modules including high resolution displays, high brightness displays for outdoor use, touch-enabled panels, and stretch displays for specialised installations. Sold to OEMs and system integrators across industrial sectors.
• Industrial Monitors Robust industrial monitors designed to withstand demanding environments, including open frame monitors, standard monitors up to 24 inches, and larger displays from 25 inches, with customisation options available.
• Embedded Computing Complete range of embedded computing solutions including Single Board Computers (SBC), motherboards, Industrial PCs, and Panel PCs suitable for industrial and transportation applications.
• TFT Controllers Controller boards, IoT and media player solutions, sensors and diagnostics equipment, and LED backlight drivers for controlling and managing TFT display systems.
• Touch Screen Components Touch screen solutions including PCAP (Projected Capacitive) touch screens, hover touch screens, touch screen controllers, and resistive touch screens for various display integration requirements.
• Power Supplies Extensive range of power supplies including AC to DC power supplies (3W to 10kW) and DC to DC converters (1.5W to 700W) with no minimum order quantities. Includes railway-compliant, medically-approved, and industrial-grade options.
• Kit Solutions Pre-configured kit solutions combining TFT controllers with ARM/Raspberry Pi platforms or embedded systems, plus standard pre-paired kits for streamlined integration.
• Components & Magnetics In-house range of wound power supply components backed by over 30 years manufacturing expertise, including custom components and magnetics for power supply applications.
• Nottrot Marine Monitors Rugged display systems for maritime, military, and industrial environments with DNV type approval extended through 24.03.2031. Range spans 18.5\" to 55\" displays designed for ship bridge consoles and control rooms.
• Axiomtek tBOX210 High-performance transportation embedded computer for intelligent railway applications. Intel 14th Gen Core processors, DDR5 memory, 4 rugged M12 X-coded 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, multiple storage options, 5G/LTE/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS support. EN 50155, EN 45545-2, NFPA 130 compliant.
• AAEON VPC-5640S Multi-PoE fanless in-vehicle system powered by 12th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor. Features dual LTE modules, military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability, wide temperature range (-40C to 70C), E-Mark certified. Designed for fleet management, public transport, autonomous vehicles, and emergency services.
• Autronic HFC150-W/G DC/DC Converter 150W DC/DC converter for railway and demanding industrial applications with ultra-wide 14.4-154VDC input range supporting 24V, 36V, 48V, 72V, 96V and 110V systems. EN 50155 and EN 50121-3-2 compliant with up to 93% efficiency.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduce design variants across multiple railway platforms with standardised power architecture
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Nottrot B.V.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 2025Acquired by FORTEC Elektronik AG, Nottrot is a long-established manufacturer of rugged display systems for maritime, military, and industrial environments. This acquisition marks FORTEC Group's entry into maritime data visualisation market.
• Astute ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLandmark distribution agreement establishing Astute Electronics as primary distributor for FORTEC United Kingdom's sophisticated display solutions across UK, Australia, and New Zealand, with concentrated emphasis on Defence sector.
• AUTRONIC (Autronic)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartner for DC/DC converters including HFC150-W/G series for railway and demanding industrial applications. Products comply with EN 50155, EN 50121-3-2, EN 45545-2 standards.
• AAEON TechnologycoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partner for industrial and embedded computing platforms including BOXER series, COM Express modules, motherboards, and AI edge systems. AAEON holds Intel Intelligent Systems Alliance Associate membership.
• CinconcoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal supplier of switch mode power conversion products for Communications, IT, Industrial, Medical, and Railway markets. Established in 1991 with factories in Taipei and China. Range includes DC-DC converters up to 700W and AC/DC supplies with minimum 2 year warranty.
• LitemaxcoreTechnology or IntegrationTaiwan-based manufacturer of industrial displays and computer solutions providing high-brightness displays, panel PCs, and signage products for transportation and industrial applications.
• Delta Power SuppliescoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial distributor for Delta Power Supplies, enhancing portfolio with advanced, reliable power solutions including MEP-500A series medical power supplies.
• AUO (AU Optronics)coreTechnology or IntegrationTFT display supplier providing displays for medical device design across compact and larger system formats.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Crystal Display Systems: UK specialist distributor of industrial LCD and touch displays, with a similar customer profile in transportation, marine, medical, and instrumentation. Operates a comparable niche model focusing on display integration and value-added services.
• Data Modul AG: Germany-based specialist display and embedded computing solutions provider offering comparable value-added services (customisation, optical bonding, controller design) and serving overlapping rail, medical, industrial, and defence customers across Europe.
• MSC Technologies: European embedded computing and display distribution specialist (operating within Avnet's Embedded & Display Solutions group) with strong focus on industrial verticals; competes head-to-head with FORTEC UK on embedded computing lines and customer relationships.

Broad incumbents

• Avnet: Global broadline electronics distributor with strong embedded computing franchise; FORTEC UK sits in a specialty segment where Avnet's broader portfolio and Embedded & Display Solutions organisation overlaps, particularly in transportation and industrial customers.
• Advantech: Taiwanese industrial computing specialist with a direct manufacturer and integrator role that overlaps with FORTEC UK's embedded computing portfolio, including AI-enabled edge products (NVIDIA Jetson lines) and SBC/Motherboard offerings.
• RS Components: UK-based broadline electronics distributor owned by Electrocomponents plc; serves industrial customers with displays, embedded, and power products that overlap with FORTEC UK's portfolio, though at a less specialty service depth.
• WPG Holdings: Asia-Pacific broadline electronics distributor headquartered in Taiwan with strong franchises in displays, semiconductors, and components sourced from many of the same Asian suppliers (AUO, Innolux) that FORTEC UK partners with.
• Future Electronics: Global broadline electronics distributor with an embedded computing franchise (Emdev) and longstanding supplier relationships that overlap with FORTEC UK's portfolio; competes most directly at industrial and transportation accounts.
• Arrow Electronics: Global broadline electronics distributor with broad coverage of components, embedded systems, and displays; FORTEC UK competes as a specialist in the subset of industrial verticals Arrow serves, where dedicated technical sales and certifications matter most.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FortecUK

Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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