Founded in 1936, Contactum has proudly served the UK electrical industry for more than 85 years, earning a reputation for quality, reliability, and robust product performance. While our origins lie in British design, engineering, and manufacturing—most notably from our factory in Cricklewood and now based out of our head office in Dunstable, Bedfordshire—our evolution has positioned us as one of the UK’s most comprehensive suppliers of electrical solutions.
Today, Contactum offers a one-stop-shop of over 6,000 electrical products to wholesalers and distributors across the UK and Northern Ireland. Our portfolio includes a wide selection of wiring accessories, as well as single-phase and three-phase circuit protection, distribution, and control products, all engineered to meet the highest industry standards.
Quality and accreditation's
At the heart of Contactum’s operations is a deep commitment to quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement. We operate under a fully Integrated Management System (IMS), aligning best practices across all operational disciplines.
ISO Certifications
ISO 9001:2015 – Validates our commitment to delivering products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements, while continuously improving our processes and systems.
ISO 14001:2015 – Defines our Environmental Management System (EMS), focused on minimising environmental impact through efficient resource use and sustainable operations.
ISO 45001:2018 – Governs our Occupational Health & Safety Management System, dedicated to eliminating hazards and reducing risks for employees and visitors by fostering a proactive safety culture.
Certification Number 9964
ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Click here to download Alcumus ISOQAR ISO 9001:2015 Certificate
Click here to download Alcumus ISOQAR ISO 14001:2015 Certificate
Click here to download Alcumus ISOQAR ISO 45001:2018 Certificate
EcoVadis Silver Medal
Contactum has been awarded the Silver Medal by EcoVadis, placing us in the top 25% of companies assessed globally. EcoVadis is the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, evaluating performance across four key pillars: environment, labour & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. This accolade demonstrates our strong commitment to corporate responsibility and ethical business practices.
Global Backing by alfanar Group
As part of the alfanar Group, a $7 billion global leader headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Contactum benefits from the strength, innovation, and international scale of a parent company specialising in the design, development, and manufacturing of electrical and construction products. Alfanar employs over 29,000 professionals worldwide and operates across multiple sectors including manufacturing, construction, and engineering services.
Trusted for Quality, Backed by Experience
With a legacy built on trust and technical excellence, Contactum continues to provide dependable, fully accredited electrical solutions, backed by global resources and grounded in UK market expertise.
Contactum Head Office:
Unit 18, Eyncourt Road, Woodside Estate, Dunstable, LU5 4TS
