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About Ei

The Market Leader in Home Life Safety Solutions for the Connected Home

Ei Electronics - HQ Shannon, Co. Clare

Ei Electronics is a global leader in the development and manufacture of Home Life Safety Solutions for the Connected Home. Headquartered in Shannon, Ireland, the company employs over 1,250 people worldwide, with all core functions—including Research & Development, Manufacturing, and Commercial operations — Co-located at its state-of-the-art facility.

With origins dating back to 1988, today Ei ranks as Ireland’s leading indigenous electronics manufacturing and exporting Companies. Ei is one of the largest employers in the Ireland’s Mid-West. Every product is designed and manufactured in Shannon with rigorous individual unit testing ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Quality, Service and Innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We are extremely proud of our high standards both in our Products and our Company. When working with all of our customers, or within the community, we always follow the same philosophy. Our reputation is built not only on producing the highest quality products and solutions, but also through passionate people, continued innovation, exceptional service, and unrivalled support.”

Sean Meally,  Ireland County Manager

Our Purpose

Keeping People Safe and Well in their Homes.

Our Culture and Values

Ei’s Culture is built on inclusion, respect, and long-term employee loyalty, with continuous learning and development at its core.

The company is renowned for its exceptional service, unwavering commitment to quality, and an innovation-led approach to problem-solving.

Every product reflects Ei’s dedication to reliability and safety, supported by advanced manufacturing and rigorous testing.

Through collaboration with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders, Ei delivers life safety solutions for healthier, more sustainable homes, while actively supporting its region through education, sport, health & welfare and cultural initiatives.

Our Quality

As an integral part of our assembly process, each individual alarm is tested and calibrated in the relevant environment in which it is expected to operate -that is Smoke, Heat or Carbon Monoxide. Every single alarm is tested at multiple points to ensure it meets the highest quality standards.

  • In business where lives are at risk, nothing can be left to chance. Over the years, we have worked hard to build and nurture a reputation for unrivaled product quality assurance in our sector.

 

  • The highest standards of quality underpin all of our manufacturing processes and products, backed by 3rd party certifications across the key markets in which we operate.

Ei is a highly accredited company and as such operates strict quality, environmental and health and safety procedures relating to the stockholding and supply of electrical equipment. The philosophy of quality is extended to all of our operations.

  • Products to suit contractors, specifiers, special needs and special applications
  • Sales and technical support
  • Comprehensive product information
  • National availability
  • Regional support throughout Ireland
  • Responsive sales office
  • Dedicated technical department
  • Expert Installer training scheme covering all aspects of domestic Fire and CO alarm installation available to installers

Standards Compliance

All alarms carry the Kitemark to indicate third party testing by BSI (British Standards Institution) or VdS mark to indicate third party testing by VdS.

In addition, all products are manufactured and distributed to:

  • ISO 9001:2016 quality management standards
  • ISO 14001:2015 environmental management standards
  • ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety management standards

Our Five Sustainability Pillars

Workplace

‘A great place to work’

Marketplace

‘Satisfied customers and ethical suppliers’

Community

‘An appealing and thriving region’

Environment

‘A planet with a Future’

Governance

‘A professionally managed company’

Why Should You Choose Ei?

As with our alarms, you can always count on Ei.

Our reputation is built on not only producing the highest quality alarms, but also through passionate people, continued innovation, exceptional service and unrivalled support.

Top 15% for Sustainability

In April 2025, Ei was awarded the Sliver Sustainability Rating by EcoVadis, meaning we are in the top 15% of over 150,000 companies assessed globally.

EcoVadis assesses companies on twenty-one sustainability criteria across four core themes: environment, labour & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.

This achievement reflects their continued commitment to sustainability, demonstrated through a range of impactful initiatives aimed at reducing their environmental footprint and promoting greener practices.

Be part of our story.

Our success relies on passionate people – and being committed to making sure both our colleagues and our customers have all the support they need. Ei offers the chance to build a career with a forward-thinking, innovative company, whether you are an Apprentice beginning your career or as a seasoned professional.

About the Ei Group

Looking for more about our global vision, innovation, and sustainability initiatives?
Visit our Corporate Site for in-depth insights and resources.