elcam sp. z o.o.

What elcam sp. z o.o. does

Elcam sp. z o.o. is a Polish industrial automation company headquartered in Świętochłowice, Silesia, specializing in control systems, power electronics, and explosion-proof signaling equipment for underground mining operations. Founded around 2000 and operating for over 20 years, the company joined the OPA-ROW capital group in 2018 and reports a share capital of 317,000 PLN. Its product portfolio includes PLC-based control systems built on the SIMATIC S7 platform, the proprietary EL*Flow visualization system, the proprietary EL-TPP1 thyristor converter, ATEX-certified explosion-proof signaling devices, and modernization services for winding machines and high-power drive systems. Elcam positions itself as a Top 3 provider in comprehensive modernization of high-power drive systems in Polish mining, supported by ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications.

The company operates a direct B2B sales model targeting mining operators in Poland, with quote-based project pricing rather than published rate cards, reflecting a high-value contract structure typical of industrial engineering engagements. A 24/7 service hotline supports installed systems, generating ongoing service revenue alongside one-time modernization projects. The business model combines custom engineering integration with internally developed branded products, and customer relationships appear to be concentrated among the small set of large hard coal mining operators active in Poland. Elcam maintains current job openings, indicating active hiring to support project delivery and product development.

Name

elcam sp. z o.o.

Legal name

Elcam sp. z o. o.

Website

https://elcam.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Elcam sp. z o.o. is a Polish industrial automation company that designs and integrates PLC control systems, power electronics, and ATEX-certified signaling equipment for underground mining operators in Poland, operating as part of the OPA-ROW capital group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mining Industrial Automation

NAICS

Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131), Mining and Oil and Gas Field Machinery Manufacturing (33313), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Mining Automation, Telematics & Fleet Management Systems (IMAKANAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mine Ventilation, Dust Control & Gas Monitoring Equipment (IMAKANAF), Health, Safety & Risk Engineering (Process Safety, HAZOP/HAZID, Emergency Systems) (IMAKAOAO)

Keywords

• Mining automation systems
• Explosion-proof equipment
• Winding machine modernization
• Shaft signaling devices
• Industrial control systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Świętochłowice

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Manufacturing and Sales: Design and manufacture of industrial automation equipment including control systems, signaling devices, power supply units, and explosion-proof equipment for mining applications.
2. Modernization Services: Complete modernization of high-power drive systems for mining applications, including installation, commissioning, and technical support.
3. Control System Integration: Design and implementation of custom control and visualization systems for industrial processes including winding machines, ventilation, and power distribution.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Elcam designs, manufactures, and modernizes industrial control, power supply, signaling, and visualization systems for underground mining operations. Its portfolio covers ATEX-certified explosion-proof equipment, PLC-based control systems for winding machines, shaft signaling, skip loading/unloading, and ventilation, as well as comprehensive modernization services for high-power drive systems used in mining.

Product overview

Elcam sp. z o.o. is a member of the OPA-ROW capital group and offers a portfolio of industrial control and automation systems for mining operations. The product range includes: (1) control and visualization systems for industrial processes including EL*Flow for ventilation fans, (2) comprehensive modernization of DC/AC winding machines, (3) explosion-proof signaling and shaft communication devices with redundant SIMATIC S7 PLC controllers, (4) power supply and control systems for underground equipment available in explosion-proof and IP54 versions, (5) skip loading/unloading systems, and (6) the portable thyristor frequency converter EL-TPP1. Supporting products include explosion-proof control boxes (ISRE ABG), optical signal indicators (ISE), stainless steel control consoles, and fiber optic welding services. The company operates with over 20 years of experience and specializes in high-power drive system modernizations for the mining industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EL*FLOW: Modern visualization system for main ventilation fans in mines, providing operational control and comprehensive system information.
• EL-TPP1

Products and services

• EL*FLOW Control and Visualization System Industrial process control and visualization system based on modern software platforms, including EL*FLOW for main mine ventilation fans, enabling control operations, system monitoring, data archiving, user-defined reports, and graphic trends for industrial process operators.
• Winding Machine Construction and Modernization Comprehensive new construction and modernization of DC or AC winding machines as part of the OPA-ROW group, including complete modernizations of high-power drive systems for mining operators.
• Explosion-Proof Shaft Signaling and Communication Devices Intrinsically safe signaling and shaft communication devices with redundant SIMATIC S7 PLC controllers and hybrid shaft cables, designed for operation in any methane concentration in underground mines.
• Power Supply and Control Systems for Shaft Equipment Modern PLC-based power supply and control systems for underground shaft equipment, available in both explosion-proof and standard IP54 versions for varying mine hazard classifications.
• Skip Loading and Unloading Power and Control Systems PLC-based power supply and control systems for skip loading and unloading devices, enabling process optimization and visualization in underground mining operations.
• EL-TPP1 Portable Thyristor Converter Portable thyristor frequency converter for energy-efficient power supply of high-power DC drive systems, primarily used as a modern alternative to electromechanical converters for mining winding machine drives.
• ISRE ABG Explosion-Proof Control and Distribution Box Intrinsically safe control and distribution box for controlling and distributing intrinsically safe circuits, with stainless steel housing and optional control apparatus, certified for use in non-methane and methane underground mines under WE type examination certificate KDB 05ATEX316.
• ISE Explosion-Proof Optical Signal Indicator Intrinsically safe optical signal indicator designed for installation in non-methane and methane underground mines at various explosion hazard degrees.
• Stainless Steel IP54 Control Consoles and Distribution Boxes Control consoles, distribution boxes, and signal indicators manufactured in IP54 execution using stainless steel for industrial environments.
• Fiber Optic Welding Services Professional fiber optic welding services for industrial applications, including installations in mining shafts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24/7 service availability for mining clients
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• OPA-ROW GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Elcam became a member of the OPA-ROW capital group in 2018. This affiliation provides the company with the financial stability and security of a large capital group while maintaining the flexibility and individual approach characteristic of smaller companies. The group specializes in mining equipment and services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Becker Mining Systems: Germany-based supplier of mining infrastructure including shaft signaling, communication, and explosion-proof equipment for underground mines. Closely comparable to Elcam in product scope (shaft communication, IS equipment, control systems) and customer base (coal and metal miners globally), though at much larger scale.
• FHF Funke + Huster Fernsig: German specialist manufacturer of explosion-proof signaling, communication, and control equipment for underground mining. Highly comparable niche peer to Elcam, focused on intrinsically safe devices for hazardous mining environments.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens: Global industrial automation leader whose SIMATIC S7 PLC platform is the foundation of Elcam's redundant control systems. Operates a broad mining portfolio (drives, automation, digital mine platform) overlapping with Elcam's control and visualization offerings, but as part of a much larger industrial portfolio.
• ABB: Global electrification and automation supplier with a dedicated mining business covering drives, hoisting systems, and ventilation control. Comparable to Elcam in serving underground mine electrification and modernization, but at vastly larger scale and global reach.
• Schneider Electric: Industrial automation and power management major with mining segment offerings in motor control, drives, and process automation. Overlaps with Elcam's PLC-based control and power systems for mining and other industrial verticals.
• Rockwell Automation: Industrial automation and control specialist whose Allen-Bradley PLC ecosystem competes with Elcam's SIMATIC-based solutions. Comparable in delivering control and visualization systems to industrial customers including mining, though broader in scope.
• Eaton: Global power management company supplying industrial electrical apparatus including explosion-proof and harsh-environment equipment for mining. Overlaps with Elcam's electrical apparatus, power supply, and signaling product lines for hazardous mining environments.
• Sandvik: Swedish mining and rock excavation equipment major with a growing automation and digital mining business. Overlaps with Elcam where mining automation and electrification projects intersect, though Sandvik's core focus is extraction equipment.
• Epiroc: Swedish mining and infrastructure equipment supplier with a dedicated automation and digitalization division serving underground mines. Comparable in providing automation and electrification for mining, but on a global, multi-product scale versus Elcam's specialist niche.
• Komatsu (via Joy Global / P&H): Global mining equipment OEM with underground hard-rock and soft-rock solutions including automation of loaders, trucks, and hoisting systems. Adjacent competitor in underground mine electrification and modernization versus Elcam's signaling and control focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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