About Albright
Founded in 1946 by Victor Bedggood and Roland Catt, Albright International was established with a focused mission to engineer and manufacture exceptionally safe and durable electrical switching components. Built on the founders' principles of innovative design and unwavering quality, the company has become a world-leading authority on DC contactors and emergency disconnect switches. Now in its third generation of family ownership, this original vision continues to drive Albright's commitment to providing critical safety solutions for high-voltage applications, ensuring operational integrity and protecting valuable assets.
At the core of Albright's product line is its extensive range of manual and automatic disconnect switches, designed for rapid and reliable circuit interruption in emergencies. These high-quality emergency disconnect switches are vital safety components across numerous industries, including electric vehicles, industrial trucks, marine applications, and telecommunications. Complementing their switches, Albright’s renowned DC contactors provide robust electrical switching capabilities, offering a complete solution for power management and safety. The company's dedicated in-house design process allows for bespoke switch solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.
From its headquarters in the United Kingdom, Albright maintains a formidable global presence. With specialized manufacturing facilities in the UK, Lithuania, and China, the company ensures the consistent quality and availability of its switches worldwide. Supported by a network of sales offices and distributors spanning from Europe to Japan, Albright delivers its critical switching technology and expert service to a global clientele, reinforcing its status as the premier independent manufacturer in the industry.