Our Story

With 19th century origins, Ateliers de Constructions Electriques de Charleroi (ACEC) was originally a Belgian manufacturer of electrical generation , transmission, lighting and industrial equipment.

ACEC was first introduced into Ireland in 1958 and the company has seen great change since then. ACEC, as it’s current entity was born when Arthur O’ Connor purchased the naming rights in 1990, after years of service to the company. Arthur’s leadership saw ACEC rise to the forefront of the Irish lighting scene.

Now well into the second generation of O’Connor ownership the company finds itself at the forefront of LED and emergency lighting products. Always willing to explore new innovations, ACEC has strategically developed it’s business to focus on: discovery and cultivation of the newest LED products, commissioning of emergency lighting products, cable management products and lighting design. Also agents with some of the worlds best lighting companies, we offer a wide offering of products meaning we can tailor to any project, specialised or other.