An-El | Electrical Components and Switches for Home Appliances

Founded in 1972 to manufacture electrical components for the home appliance industry, An-El has built decades of experience in component manufacturing and continues to serve domestic and international appliance manufacturers with a broad range of electrical, mechanical and plastic component solutions.

The company manufactures rotary switches, push-button switches, slide switches and indicator lamps, while also offering encoders, safety switches, OEM solutions and plastic components. Its production capabilities and long-term manufacturing experience also enable it to respond to requirements for smaller plastic and metal parts used in industrial applications.

Component Manufacturing for Appliance Manufacturers

An-El’s core expertise is closely connected with the electrical component requirements of the white goods and appliance industries. Its switch and indicator products can be used for control, selection, switching and status-display functions in a variety of electrical appliances.

Its product portfolio includes:

• Rotary switches
• Push-button switches
• Slide switches
• Indicator lamps
• Encoders
• Safety switches
• OEM components and solutions
• Plastic parts
• Small plastic and metal components

The company also serves application areas including large household appliances, small household appliances, heating systems and cooling systems.

By continuously expanding its product range, An-El aims to provide manufacturers with a broader selection of components and respond to different technical and production requirements.

High-Volume Production and Export Experience

According to company information, An-El currently manufactures more than 25 million components per year. Approximately 80 percent of its production is exported, while around half of its exports are generated through direct sales to white goods manufacturers outside Türkiye.

Over the course of its long operating history, the company has worked with numerous appliance manufacturers in Türkiye and international markets. These long-term business relationships have contributed to its experience in continuous supply, series production and the requirements of industrial customers.

An-El describes adapting to changing industry requirements and maintaining long-term cooperation with leading companies as important elements of its development as a supplier.

Quality Standards and Certifications

Quality management forms an important part of An-El’s production structure. According to the company’s information, its products hold VDE, KEMA, ENEC and CSA certifications, while its quality management system is certified according to EN ISO 9001.

The company’s environmental activities are aligned with EN ISO 14001, while occupational health and safety processes comply with ISO 45001. These systems are stated to be certified by TÜV Thüringen.

Together, these standards provide a structured framework for quality management, environmental practices and occupational health and safety within the company’s manufacturing operations.

Environmental Responsibility and Corporate Commitments

In addition to product quality and manufacturing capacity, An-El places emphasis on environmental responsibility and workplace safety. Its environmental management activities are structured around EN ISO 14001, supporting systematic management of environmental aspects associated with production.

The company also states that it participates in the United Nations Global Compact initiative. Its related commitments and progress are documented through its Communication on Progress reports.

Tuzla Manufacturing Facility in Istanbul

An-El operates its manufacturing facility in Tuzla, Istanbul, on the Asian side of the city. According to company information, the facility provides approximately 8,500 square metres of indoor production space.

The plant is located around 15 kilometres from Sabiha Gökçen Airport and approximately 100 kilometres from Istanbul Airport. Its location provides access to both domestic transportation networks and international logistics routes.

The facility is designed around production quality, workplace safety and environmentally conscious operations, supporting the company’s activities as an industrial component supplier.

A Long-Term Component Manufacturing Partner

With operations dating back to 1972, An-El combines extensive manufacturing experience with a diverse product portfolio and significant annual production capacity. Its expertise covers switches, indicator products, encoders, safety components, OEM manufacturing and plastic parts.

Its international sales structure, established relationships with appliance manufacturers and certified management systems support its role as a component supplier for companies requiring consistent industrial production and a range of electrical and mechanical component solutions.