This section provides an overview for power distribution panels as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 29 power distribution panel manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked power distribution panel companies as of November, 2024: 1.Evolution Interconnect Systems, 2.E+I Engineering Corp, USA,, 3.Walther Electric.
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A power distribution panel is a device that receives high-voltage electricity from a power plant, reduces the voltage, and distributes it to various endpoints, such as a polarization panel or control panel.
Often referred to as a "cubicle," these panels are standard in most general households, distributing electricity from the main panel to lighting, electrical outlets, and other equipment.
Control panels, an integral part of the system, manage the automatic or manual control of motors, pumps, electric motors, and heaters. They usually handle low voltages like 100 V, 200 V, and 400 V and are equipped with ammeters, lamps, switches, etc., on their door surfaces.
Power distribution panels are primarily installed in large buildings such as office buildings, stores, and factories with high-voltage power contracts. These panels receive high-voltage electricity (6,600kV to 7,700kV) and convert it to lower voltages suitable for powering production facilities and communication equipment.
Ordinary households, having low-voltage power contracts, typically do not require power distribution panels. These panels are often housed in box-like structures, approximately the size of a storage shed, and are usually installed outdoors on rooftops or in parking lot corners.
Power distribution panels function by receiving high-voltage electricity and distributing it at lower voltages. High-voltage transmission minimizes losses, and thus, large facilities such as office buildings and factories receive electricity directly from power plants at high voltages.
For safety, the equipment is designed to protect wiring from contact with foreign objects, people, and animals, and to prevent leakages and short circuits. In case of disasters like fires or earthquakes, the design minimizes damage to the equipment.
Power distribution panels vary widely in application and are classified into distribution boards, monitoring boards, control boards, and terminal boards.
A distribution board is a cabinet containing switchgear and circuit breakers, distributing power to various facilities like lights and outlets. It's designed for safe use, even by individuals without electrical knowledge, and typically features a protective board covering all parts of the circuit breaker except the knobs.
A monitoring panel centrally manages data from various monitored objects spread across a facility.
Control panels manage the power supply to electric motors for air conditioning, sanitation, fire protection, etc., and are housed in cabinets containing necessary operational, protective, and monitoring equipment. These panels often have ammeters, lamps, switches, etc., on their door faces.
A terminal board is used at electrical circuit connection points and test cutoff points, featuring numerous terminals for installation.
Power distribution panels are typically installed in large facilities like factories, schools, and buildings with high-voltage contracts. In contrast, they are not necessary in standard homes with low-voltage contracts. The cost of electricity is generally higher under a low-voltage contract than a high-voltage one.
Almost all buildings, including houses and condominiums, have distribution boards to distribute electricity to each room. These boards are crucial for preventing risks like electrical leakage and ensuring safety. Large buildings often have both distribution panels and power distribution panels.
Power distribution panels combine monitoring and control equipment with main circuit equipment, mounted on a panel to facilitate control, monitoring, and protection of electrical circuits. This includes meters, switches, relays, disconnectors, circuit breakers, transformers, and load switches.
There are two main construction types: closed, where all equipment is enclosed in a box, and open, where equipment and steel frames are exposed. Closed types have become more common due to their safety, factory-assembled reliability, and ease of installation.
The panels include devices for controlling and monitoring electricity, such as meters, and circuit breakers for interrupting the electric current in case of abnormalities in the electrical circuit.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc. was founded in Mannheim, Germany in 1945 developing the forerunner of the proximity switch. Pepperl+Fuchs continues to develop proximity sensors as well as other industrial sensors including ultrasonic sensors, rotary encoders, positioning systems, display and signal processing, vibration monitoring, industrial communication, and signal processing as well as related accessories and software. Explosive protection products include safety barriers, surge protection, wireless solutions, HMI systems, power supplies, electrical explosion protection equipment, level measurement, and related software.
Evolution Interconnect Systems is an American manufacturer of interconnectivity systems and products established in 2014 and based in Davie, Florida. The company produces various cable reels, connectors, and cable assemblies, as well as power switches and distribution panels. It also offers customization and contract manufacturing services for customers with unique or demanding requirements. The company primarily serves the clients in the aerospace, defense, and energy industries. It is also certified to MIL-STD-790, ISO 9001-2008, and AS9100D standards.
Paneltronics, a company established in 1979, based in Hialeah Gardens, Florida, USA, is a manufacturer and distributor of electrical control panels and instruments. The company’s products for various marine and industrial applications such as power distribution, circuit protection, monitoring, and automation. It has a range of products such as AC/DC panels, digital meters, analog meters, switches, breakers, and indicators. These products are designed to operate with quality, durability, and safety. It is an important supplier of electrical control panels and instruments in the US and abroad.
E+I Engineering USA Corp. was founded in 1986 by Philip O’Doherty as a switchgear and Powerbar production line manufacturer according to the client’s specifications in commercial or industrial facilities in over 30 countries. The company in Co. Donegal, Ireland, offers energy management systems to improve productivity and reduce energy costs. For maintenance and aftercare, the company has all its products protected by a 12-month guarantee and support on systems produced by all third-party suppliers. ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications and SSIP and NIC EIC accreditations show E+I Engineering USA Corp’s compliance with production standards.
Applied Engineering, Inc., headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, has been an electromechanical contract manufacturer since 1979. This technology company serves customers across multiple states, including North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Texas, and Minnesota. It specializes in the design and production of dynamic testing and measurement equipment. Its product range encompasses antennas, RF coaxial connectors, RF cable assemblies, multipin connectors, and switches used for various applications. The company maintains a well-established Quality Management System (QMS) and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Unipower Corporation is a manufacturer of energy conversion systems and power electronics established in 1988 and based in Coral Springs, Florida, USA. The company offers DC power systems for supplying energy to electronics or motors, inverters for converting direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC), and rectifiers for converting AC to DC. It also offers custom manufacturing services for unique projects or prototyping operations. The company’s products are used by clients in the telecom, construction, and industrial automation sectors.
Walther Electric, established in Somerset, New Jersey in 1897, is a distributor of industrial electrical components and power distribution systems. Their product portfolio includes Portable Power Distribution Units, Remote Access Interface Ports, Manual Disconnect Switches, and EV Charging Stations. Their products are used in industries such as OEM’s, food and beverage processing, marine and shipbuilding, emergency preparedness and broadcasting. They also provide services including product selection, after sales service and technical support.
Siemens began in 1847 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Siemens focuses in automation and digitalization technology and operates globally. Siemens’s 5 operating segments are digital industries, smart infrastructure, mobility, Siemens Healthineers, and Siemens Financial Services. Siemens Financial Services provides debt and equity investment as well as financing solutions. Siemens Healthineers is a medical devices company that provides products and consulting. Mobility includes passenger and freight transportation. Smart infrastructure includes full solutions for electrification. Digital industries offer both software and hardware for industries and production efficiency.
Terasaki Electric Co., Ltd., established in 1923, and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and a supplier of motor control systems, circuit breakers, and electronic devices. The company offers a diverse range of products such as marine systems like power distribution systems, control and monitoring systems, and more. It also provides circuit breakers including molded case and air circuit breakers, as well as medical devices and engineering & lifecycle services. The company adheres to ISO13485 certification for medical devices and complies with other industry standards such as JIS and IEC for its products.
Gentec Inc., based in Québec, Canada and founded in 1959, is a manufacturer of customized products in the electronics, power, and energy management sectors. Initially offering specialized electronics services and load stabilization systems for heating systems, Gentec has now evolved into laser energy measurement instruments. The company's extensive product range includes data acquisition systems, industrial battery chargers, pyroelectric joulemeters, inverters, and current sensors, all built in its ISO 9001:2015 certified facility, catering to diverse industries' specialized needs. The company distributes its products globally through Gentec Electro-Optics.
Federal Electric, established in 1990 and based in Adapazar, is a manufacturer of marble, natural gas metres, lighting, and low-voltage equipment. The company was founded with all national capital on 40,000 square metres of land, of which 25,000 square metres are covered. The company was the 70th organisation in Turkey to be awarded an ISO 9000 quality certificate, and it was also honoured with a quality award in Belgium. The company offers 3250 items, including current transformers, automated transfer switches, small circuit breaker boxes, surge protection devices, and moulded-case circuit breakers.
Elber S.r.l., founded in 1978, is an Italy-based manufacturer in Genoa, Liguria, providing telecommunication products and services. The company's portfolio includes wireless infrastructure for audio and video contents. Its product lineup includes equipment with fixed and mobile radio links, such as satellite equipment, signal monitoring stations, as well as codecs and audio receivers. These solutions are utilized by public and private radio and television stations, international broadcasters, and network operators. Other solutions, such as customized microwave transmission systems, are available for enterprise, government, and military applications. The company also offers planning and consultation services for network and system integrations.
AL - Fabrica DE Material Electrico, S.A., established in 1984 and headquartered in Marinha Grande, Portugal, is a manufacturer of electrical, telecommunications, and gas equipment. The company specializes in polymer injection and compression processes for electrical boxes, panels, and lighting fixtures. Its products include conduit fittings, junction boxes, and telecommunications enclosures. It operates injection and compression equipment ranging from 35 to 2,000 tons for manufacturing its products. The company also excels in emergency lighting assembly, telecommunications enclosures, and water and gas metering products.
HUBER+SUHNER, a company founded in 1864 and headquartered in Herisau, Switzerland, is a manufacturer and supplier of connectivity solutions. The company specializes in providing products for the communication, transportation, and industrial markets. Their extensive range includes fiber optics, radio frequency, and low-frequency cables, connectors, and antennas. Their products are used in telecommunications, data centers, transportation systems, aerospace, and defense industries. The company also provides customer support and service to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
Alpha Technologies, established in 1986 as a spinoff of Monsantos with offices worldwide, including in the USA, is a manufacturer of rubber and polymer rheometer testing instruments. The company's product line includes rubber process analyzers, moving die rheometers, encapsulated sample rheometers, physical property analyzers, and sample cutters. These products are used in the manufacture and testing of shoes, tires, rubber conveyor belts, food packaging, and pharmaceutical devices. The company serves markets that include food processing, consumer product manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and defense.
Dynamic Control Systems is an American custom manufacturer of electrical control panel and automation systems that was established in Houston, Texas in 1997. The company primarily produces electrical control panels for various applications such as ventilation, lighting, motor control, and power distribution, as well as automation systems utilizing actuators in conjunction with software, sensors, and relay modules or devices. These are manufactured to individual customer specifications and use cases. The company mainly serves clients in the oil and gas, water treatment and food and beverage industries.
Zhejiang Zhegui Electric Co. Ltd. is a Chinese electrical products manufacturer that was established in 2013 in Zhejiang. The company’s product lineup includes load break switches, indoor dry type transformers, vacuum circuit breakers, and prefabricated power distribution units for installation in different environments. It also offers OEM and ODM capabilities, as well as after-sales services such as technical support and product maintenance. The company chiefly serves clients in power generation and transmission, as well as in the renewable energy, infrastructure, and commercial sectors.
Akey Electro Techniques is an Indian manufacturer and service provider specializing in electric power distribution panels that was established in Bangalore, Karnataka in 2000. The company primarily produces various electrical control panels that control and monitor the functions of industrial machinery or equipment, as well as electric power distribution panels that control, monitor, and distribute electrical energy in industrial facilities. It also offers a range of electrical contractor services, such as installation, texting, maintenance, and repair. The company chiefly serves the construction, industrial manufacturing, and power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors.
Power Technology is an Indian manufacturer of power conditioning equipment and related products established in 2005 and based in Delhi. The company produces a wide range of power equipment including servo, automatic, and domestic servo voltage stabilizers, as well as isolation and auto variable transformers, power distribution panels, and inverters. It primarily serves clients in the telecommunications, healthcare, hospitality, and IT sectors. Aside from its products, the company also offers additional maintenance and repair services for customers in need of additional assistance.
Symbiotic Systems is an Indian manufacturer of electrical control panel boards and related systems that was established in Bangalore, Karnataka in 2003. The company produces motor control center (MCC), variable frequency drive (VFD), and low tension control panels. It also offers servo and motion control software as well as supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software. Aside from its products, Symbiotic Systems provides automation project design, supply, engineering, and commissioning services for its clients in chemical processing, water treatment, and the pharmaceutical industry.
Trinity Electronics Systems Ltd. was founded in the 1980s and is based in Edmonton, Alberta. Trinity Electronics Systems designs and manufactures custom electronics and handles modifications, upgrades, and warranty repair as well. Trinity Electronics Systems product list includes power measurement products, audio products, lighting products, industrial electronics, sensors, and miscellaneous products. Trinity Electronics Systems services begin with product development and create proposals for complete products including packaging, instruction manual, software, and prototyping. Electronic design services including retrofitting and even re-manufacturing of boards created by defunct manufacturers. Other services include PCB, Hazloc, and microprocessor software development and contract manufacturing.
Pronutec S.A., established in 1986 and headquartered in Amorebieta, Pais Vasco, Spain, is a manufacturer of low-voltage switchgear equipment and devices. The company's products include LV distribution panels, NH fuse switches, and distribution network outdoor enclosures. These products are used in smart power grids, distribution transformer monitoring systems, and low-voltage power monitoring systems. It works with sectors that include municipal street lighting projects, long-distance railway networks, and municipal power distribution systems.
Nextgen Power Controls is a manufacturer and supplier of power control panels and automation products and was established in 2014 and is based in Ahmedabad, India. The company’s product portfolio includes motor control panels, PLC control panels, VFD control panels, APFC control panels. The power control panels and automation products are designed for quality, performance, and durability. The products are used in various industries such as electric power, petroleum, chemical, metallurgy, metrology, railway, and environmental protection.
Elektra Tailfingen Schaltgeräte GmbH & Co. KG is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial switches, testing equipment, and measuring equipment that was established in 1923 in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The company’s products include current distributors for managing energy throughput to multiple outlets or devices, switches for controlling the flow of current in circuits, and camping distributors for providing or managing power supplies in outdoor environments. It also offers industrial sockets and plugs for providing safe connection or disconnection of power in industrial settings. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the renewable energy, transportation, and construction industries.
Rockwell Automation, Inc. was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Milwakee, WI. Rockwell Automation provides industrial automation and digital transformation solutions around the world. Rockwell Automation operates through their intelligent devices, software & control, and lifecycle services segments with both hardware and software products and services. The Intelligent Devices segment offers drives, motion, safety, sensing, industrial components, and configured-to-order products. The Software & Control segment provides control and visualization software and hardware, information software, and network and security infrastructure solutions. The Lifecycle Services segment provides consulting, professional services and solutions, and connected and maintenance services through independent distributors.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Evolution Interconnect Systems |
10.5%
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2 | E+I Engineering Corp, USA, |
9.7%
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3 | Walther Electric |
8.7%
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4 | Paneltronics |
7.4%
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5 | Applied Engineering, Inc. |
7.4%
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6 | Belden Inc. |
7.0%
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7 | Unipower Corporation |
6.9%
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8 | Pepperl+Fuchs Inc. |
6.0%
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9 | TERASAKI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. |
4.7%
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10 | Gentec |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the power distribution panel page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 8 | 32.0% |
India | 7 | 28.0% |
Canada | 3 | 12.0% |
Germany | 1 | 4.0% |
Japan | 1 | 4.0% |
Turkey | 1 | 4.0% |
Italy | 1 | 4.0% |
Portugal | 1 | 4.0% |
Switzerland | 1 | 4.0% |
China | 1 | 4.0% |