About Applelec Lighting
Who we are
Applelec Lighting is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of bespoke backlighting and architectural lighting solutions. We serve a diverse range of sectors, including hospitality, retail, offices, healthcare, and residential projects. Our focus is on providing tailored, solution-driven lighting products that meet the unique needs of each client, positioning us as a one-stop shop for all backlighting requirements. With over two decades of expertise, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative designs, exceptional quality, and unparalleled customer support. From custom LED Light Sheets to advanced linear lighting systems, our products are crafted with precision to transform spaces with light.
Our history
Founded in 1998, Applelec Lighting has grown from a small manufacturing team into a trusted industry leader with a workforce of over 60 staff. Our headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in West Yorkshire, where we craft all our products to the highest standards. Over the years, we’ve expanded our offerings to include groundbreaking solutions such as the flexible Auragami Light Tile and SloanLED’s premium LED modules, empowering clients with limitless design possibilities. Our architectural lighting solutions have been selected by award-winning architectural practices and lighting design studios, including Foster + Partners, Nulty, dpa Lighting Consulting, to bring light to luxury brands and establishments., making Applelec a trusted name in the lighting industry.
Our promise
At Applelec Lighting, we’re more than a manufacturer, we are dedicated to delivering solutions and partnering with you to bring your lighting vision to life.
Known for our innovation and craftsmanship, we pride ourselves on delivering quality bespoke lighting solutions that seamlessly integrate into creative designs across a wide array of industries. Our in-house research and development team continuously pushes the boundaries of possibility, ensuring we provide cutting-edge, tailored solutions that meet the most complex project demands. With every product, we aim to combine aesthetic brilliance with technical precision, creating inspiring illuminated environments that elevate spaces.
As proud members of the Made in Britain initiative and Safe Supplier verified, we are committed to delivering the quality and reliability that our clients have come to trust from us. Sustainability is also at the heart of everything we do. Through our award-winning Applelec ECO Pledge, we are dedicated to reducing our environmental impact while offering environmentally conscious products that save on energy and yearly running costs. From using innovative, recyclable materials to designing energy-efficient solutions, we ensure our customers never have to compromise on quality or performance.
Collaboration is also central to our ethos. Our team of product specialists and experience craftsman work together to ensure every project is brought to life with the right solution for your bespoke project. Whether you’re looking for bespoke backlighting, architectural lighting, or sustainable design solutions, we’re here to make your vision a reality.
The Applelec Group
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Proud Yorkshire
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Employee Ownership Trust
Worldwide Delivery
Sustainable Practices
About us
From our West Yorkshire home, the Applelec Group has been manufacturing award winning, bespoke signage and lighting solutions for almost 30 years. Over this time our skills, knowledge and product ranges have grown, fusing together the latest innovations from around the world with our quality craftsmanship and diligent project support.
As an employee ownership trust, you can be assured that the Applelec team hold our values and the success of both the company and our valued customers at the heart of everything we do.
What our customers think...
"Applelec Lighting's innovation, craftsmanship, sustainability, and commitment to cutting-edge, versatile lighting serves as a constant source of inspiration for designers, encouraging us to explore new possibilities and elevating our designs."
Armor Gutierrez Rivas founder of Atelier La Juntana
"Many thanks. I really appreciate working with Applelec Lighting. You are among the few companies that answer very quickly on each request and that manufactures and delivers the order also quickly. I will surely recommend your products whenever I have the opportunity."
Cristina Stanciu, Duppimex
"We used Applelec LED Light Sheet as we know that we can always rely on them for excellent customer service, detailed product information and speed of manufacture."
John Richardson, design and projects director at Concept Bars
"As always the delivery and quality of the product was excellent."
Emma Russell, Dan Humphries Stained Glass
"Achieving the right quality of light was key to the project's success and Applelec Lighting shared several lighting samples, allowing us to find the perfect solution. We later specified custom lamp lengths, which Applelec Lighting fabricated and delivered ahead of schedule."
Rab McClure, Directorm MFA in Design, VCUarts Qatar
"Thank you so much for your support and with such tight deadlines."
Elod Beregszaszi, Kinetech Design
"I personally found your products to be very fresh and innovative."
Maria Rydeard, Lumenata
"Terrie Hampson-Powell always has the time and the knowledge to help deliver the goods."
Rob CM Goode, Advocate
"Applelec Lighting provided excellent customer service throughout the process, advising on the best approach to ensure the desired effects for the design would be achieved."
Sarah Galloway, Architectural Glass Artist
"Knowing Applelec LED Light Sheet is manufactured in the UK provided us with a sustainable, locally resourced product with a solid reputation for quality and ensured the desired aesthetics were delivered.”
Daniel Campbell, Director, Stiff + Trevillion
"I just wouldn’t look back from LED Light Sheet, as there are so many advantages over fluorescent tubes."
Nick Teed, senior conservator at York Glaziers Trust
Just some of the projects we've supplied lighting solutions for...
