Introduction

"Providing innovative solutions for security measurements of energy and electrical infrastructure"

SONEL S.A. is the largest Polish manufacturer of specialized measuring instruments in Central and Eastern Europe. For more than 25 years, we have been providing high quality, innovative solutions for electrical power engineering and industry as one of the most recognizable brands in the world.

Using state-of-the-art technologies, we design and produce professionally made measuring instruments to improve the safety and quality of life and work.

OUR HISTORY

Let`s go back to the very beginning, to the 1990s... More than a quarter of a century ago, a group of young, ambitious engineers decides to set up a company producing what is now one of the most recognizable measuring instruments in the world...

1989

THE BEGINNING

The history of our products dates back to 1989. The founders of the company were young electrical engineers. It was thanks to their extraordinary determination, passion and knowledge of the contemporary market needs for specialized measuring instruments that the Zaklad Innowacyjno-Wdrozeniowy TIM S.A. (Implementation and Innovation Plant) was founded in Wroclaw. And that’s how it all started...

1990

DEVELOPMENT OF THE FIRST DIGITAL SHORT-CIRCUIT LOOP IMPEDANCE METER

The year 1990 sees the development of the first digital short-circuit loop impedance meter MZC-1.

1994

OPENING OF THE MANUFACTURING PLANT IN SWIDNICA

As a result of rapid increase in demand for our products and the inability to increase the production volume under the existing conditions, Zaklad Innowacyjno-Wdrozeniowy TIM Sp. z o.o. becomes 100% shareholder in the newly founded company, TIM Sp. z o.o., based in Swidnica.

1995

DEVELOPMENT OF THE FIRST POLISH MICROPROCESSOR-BASED INSULATION RESISTANCE METER

In 1995, the first Polish microprocessor-based insulation resistance meters MIC-1 and MIC-1T as well as the RCD meter are a great success. The increased production area and the extended warehouse allows the product range to be expanded with street lighting sources (using Schneider luminaires).

1996

COMPANY LAUNCHES EXPORT SALES OF ITS METERS

With its measuring instruments, the company, as a recognized and valued brand in Poland, starts expansion into foreign markets.

1997

DEVELOPMENT OF THE FIRST POLISH MICROPROCESSOR-BASED SHORT-CIRCUIT LOOP IMPEDANCE METER

In 1997, the instruments for measuring short-circuit loop impedance, MZC-300 and MZC-300 E, are produced and they are among the first instruments of its kind in the world.

1997

STARTING THE SURFACE MOUNTING PROCESS ON THE AUTOMATED ASSEMBLY LINE

The purchase of the SMT surface mounting line in 1997 contributes to the automation of the production process.

1998

CHANGE OF NAME AND STRUCTURE

In 1998, the company name is changed to SONEL Sp. z o.o. In the same year, the limited liability company is transformed into a joint-stock company and SONEL S.A. is established.

1999

PRODUCTION OF THE FIRST POLISH MICROPROCESSOR-BASED EARTH RESISTANCE METER

In 1999, the microprocessor-based earth resistance and soil resistivity meter MRU-100 is produced as the first instrument of this type in Poland.

2001

IMPLEMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION OF THE QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

In July 2001, SONEL S.A. obtains the Certificate of Implementation and Application of the Quality Management System according to DIN EN ISO issued by DQS.

2006 - 2007

EXTENSION OF THE OFFER WITH NEW PRODUCTS

SONEL S.A. is still growing rapidly, launching new instruments for electrical measurements (CMP-series clamps, multimeters, voltage testers) as well as environmental measurements (pyrometers, illumination meters).

2008

STOCK EXCHANGE LISTING

In June 2008, SONEL S.A. debuts on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.

2008

THE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES EXCEEDS 200 (in 2007 – 171 people)

During the past decade, employment in SONEL S.A. increases threefold.

2008

MOVING TO A NEW OFFICE & THE PURCHASE OF THE WORLD`S MOST ADVANCED SMT LINE

On 1 May 2008, the company starts operating in the new facility built in the Walbrzych Special Economic Zone. Production is carried out under conditions meeting the highest European standards. Automatic assembly is performed using high-end FUJI machines.

2010

EXTENSION OF THE OFFER WITH THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS

To meet the expectations of the customers, the company’s offer is extended with professional thermal imaging cameras – radiometric cameras, which enable the temperature to be read at any point within the image.

2011

DEVELOPMENT OF THE FIRST POLISH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SAFETY METER PAT

In 2011, the first Polish electrical equipment safety meters PAT-800 and PAT-805 are produced.

2012

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SPS

In 2012, Sonel Production System (SPS), based on the Lean Manufacturing management concept, is implemented.

2013

EXPANSION INTO NEW MARKETS

As a continuation of the assumptions of the long-term foreign development strategy, the Polish-Indian company, SONEL INSTRUMENTS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, is founded in 2013. The current Vice President of SONEL S.A., Mr Jan Walulik, is appointed the director of the newly established company.

2014

ESTABLISHMENT OF FOXYTECH

The year 2014 is the date of foundation of FOXYTECH company (with Holley Metering LTD Hangzhou, China), which is to deal with the introduction of FOXYTECH digital electricity meters on the Polish market.

2015

STARTING COOPERATION WITH LINCOLN ELECTRIC

SONEL S.A. receives an order of PLN 19.9 million from the Luxembourg-based company Lincoln Electric. The agreement is a purchase contract, and its implementation is planned for 2016.

2015

OBTAINING THE LOWER SILESIA ECONOMIC CERTIFICATE

SONEL S.A. is awarded with a Distinction during the 9th edition of the Gepardy Biznesu (Business Cheetahs) competition and then wins the Lower Silesia Economic Certificate, which is one of the most prestigious credibility and business quality awards given to entrepreneurs in the Lower Silesia region.

2016

WINNING THE GOLD MEDAL AT THE BIELSKO-BIALA TRADE FAIR

In September, SONEL S.A. is awarded the Gold Medal of the Bielsko-Biala Trade Fair for the power quality analyzer PQM-711.

2016 is also the beginning of the implementation of SIX SIGMA methodology, aimed at continuous quality improvement based on the statistical analysis of processes.

2017

OBTAINING PCA ACCREDITATION

The Polish Centre for Accreditation grants SONEL S.A. the accreditation no. AP 173, covering the calibration of meters and standards with regard to voltage and current measurements, DC resistance measurements by low-voltage methods, and active and reactive power measurements.

SONEL S.A. TODAY...

At present, our company is constantly developing its activities in Poland and abroad. In addition to the product range which is recognized by customers all over the world, we are designing and manufacturing more and more advanced measuring instruments for you, using innovative technological methods in accordance with the highest European standards. We are continually improving our skills and undertaking activities to maintain our leading market position and meet your expectations. We treat the satisfaction which is gained from the reliability of our products very seriously, and therefore, to meet your needs, SONEL S.A. will focus on gradual widening its current product range, as well as the continuing its expansion into foreign markets.

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