Marechal Electric is a family owned company. Until 2003 Marechal Electric was very focused on France. We have since developed significant overseas activities and purchased in 2013 the Italian company TECHNOR specialized in Ex-proof electrical equipment. We are still a human size group, employing 450 people and our turnover has now reached approximately €100 million. Overall we cover the key areas of the world. We sell high tech products for harsh and explosive environments, for various markets including mining, oil & gas, shipyards, tunnels. We basically cover all environments that face difficulties in connectivity. We have developed a complete range of connectors, and have always integrated security parameters because as soon as power transmission increases, disconnecting plug and receptacle becomes a difficult process that must be overseen and conducted in a safe manner.
Experiences in developing systems for harsh environments
Marechal Electric and TECHNOR are experienced in developing systems for harsh environments and have built a mature expertise in this field. We provide systems that are integrated within EPCs solutions operating often in extreme environments. We therefore use a common language and we understand very well the challenges of the Oil & Gas actors like EPCs. We possess in-house testing facilities, where we ensure that our products are resilient and can be employed in different environmental conditions. Our products resist to low temperatures, high temperatures, humidity, Shocks and so on. We have built a few partnerships with major French laboratories and certification bodies in this sense.
Challenge of 2 brands
It is never easy to integrate a new company because we must embed new cultures, behaviors, work ethics, business philosophies and different ways of addressing markets.
Marechal Electric is a process-industrialized company. We are very well organized, we employ very efficient production tools and logistics and we can deliver throughout Europe in a very short time. TECHNOR has worked in the oil and gas environment and is a lot more project-oriented and experienced in dealing with EPC's. MARECHAL®’s products are very standardized while TECHNOR®'s products are customized and tailored made. TECHNOR manufactures junction boxes and distribution panels in harsh environments, which are quite specific to explosive environments. TECHNOR® systems can easily integrate Marechal connectors and we strive to accommodate as many synergies and complementarities as possible.
All in all, we are also attentive on certification aspects, which are now very stringent in our field. Overall, it was a successful acquisition and we are actually not considering any rebranding because both names have gained resonance in our industry.
You are present in four continents with ten subsidiaries and 25 countries of interests. Which current markets are driving your growth in the oil and gas sector, and what are your priorities in terms of international development for the coming 5 years?
Priorities & 25 countries of interests for driving our growth in the oil & gas sector
For the company as a whole and not just oil & gas, Europe remains an area where we can continue our development despite geopolitical issues and a sluggish economic recovery. Our growth will undeniably be spearheaded by our activities in North America, Canada and Mexico. We are committed to conquer new markets in South America, in Brazil, Colombia and Chile in particular.
Thanks to our ten subsidiaries, we are now increasing as well our development in Middle East and Asia through our subsidiaries in Dubai and Singapore.
For the oil and gas sector in particular, we are trying to overcome issues in Russia and are witnessing an interesting development phase in the Middle East. We are ready to position ourselves in Iran. We are obviously exploring prospects in Asia, thanks to our activity hub in Singapore. We have also recently driven our attention towards Korea, which we believe will constitute the undisputed Asian market of the future in the oil and gas industry.
Offshore - TECHNOR® RANGES
NEW EX LIGHTING PORTFOLIO ANNOUNCED
Marechal Electric Group has introduced the TECHNOR ltalsmea Ex range as part of its product portfolio. Its products are used widely where combustible dust could pose a danger. Products comply with the relevant ATEX and IECEx standards.
The RMS fluorescent lighting range is ideal for all industries where there is a high level of corrosion. The body and the glass frame are made of stainless steel AISI304 and manufactured from a single sheet of steel with no invasive mounting holes, to minimise water ingress through the housing. The EVF-P fluorescent lighting fixtures have high-resistance cylindrical polycarbonate lamp housings with end cups made of corrosion-resistant, copper-free aluminium. TECHNOR's LED floodlight is designed for street and sidewalk lighting. With the body made of aluminium, this floodlight has excellent corrosion resistance.
Also available in AISI316L and emergency service on special request.
Ranges:
4 RMS 560
4 RMS 550
4 RMS 540
ABOUT US
TECHNOR is a worldwide technology company of MARECHAL ELECTRIC GROUP and is leader in the design and manufacture of luminaires, enclosures and electrical panels for potentially explosive atmospheres.
Contact Marechal Electric Group, Tel +33(0)1 45 11 60 00, contact@marechal.com