Long Distributors are pleased to be Irish distributors for the Mersen group. Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries.

With more than 50 industrial sites and 18 R&D centres in 35 countries around the world, Mersen develops customized solutions and delivers key products to its clients in order to meet the new technological challenges shaping tomorrow’s world.

Previously known as Ferraz Shawmut, Mersen has also been called Carbone Lorraine. Beginning as early innovators in the electrical revolution of the 1890s, the company started out with electrical lighting and carbon arc lamps, before moving on to electric motors. Throughout the 20^th century the success of the company was reflected in its expansion as a group, becoming a global leader in the industrial automation solutions field.

As global experts in electrical power and advanced materials, Mersen designs innovative solutions to address its clients specific needs. This enables them to optimise their manufacturing process in sectors such as energy, transportation, electronics, chemical, pharmaceutical and process industries.

Chief Executive Officer of Mersen, Luc Themelin, says, “Mersen defined its road map several years ago and chose a path of sustainable, profitable growth. Today, our strong and controlled development is proof of Mersen’s commitment to corporate social responsibility from day one, of a commitment we have continued to honour over the years and that is now shared by all our employees. Our CSR approach, present at every level of our business, helps us grow while remaining faithful to our values: responsible and ethical development for lasting growth.”

Mersen are clear that today’s industrial technologies sector faces major challenges – both in the constant drive to improve their competitiveness in the marketplace, but also to be a socially aware company that is more respectful of the environment and the world’s resources. Mersen believe that technological innovation is key to enable industry to progress whilst protecting and enhancing our natural environments. They have more than 130 years of expertise in industrial innovation and sustainable development, and so they are confident that, where technology is advancing and innovating, you will always find a bit of Mersen.

Mersen provide expertise in:
Advanced materials and solutions for high temperatures
Anticorrosion and process equipment
Electrical solutions for motors and generators
Safety & reliability for electrical power