1998: G.E. Power Controls Acquires the Fuse Business from G.E.C.-Alsthom

A New Chapter in the English Fuse Industry

The year 1998 marked another important milestone in the evolution of the European electrical protection market. During this year, G.E. Power Controls acquired the fuse business from G.E.C.-Alsthom, continuing the long-standing tradition of British-engineered fuse technology under new ownership.

This acquisition ensured that established English fuse products, known for their reliability and compliance with British Standards, remained available to industrial customers across Europe.

From G.E.C.-Alsthom to G.E. Power Controls

Following the merger of English Electric and Alsthom in 1989, the fuse business operated within G.E.C.-Alsthom for nearly a decade. By 1998, the strategic acquisition by G.E. Power Controls signalled a renewed focus on electrical protection and control technologies.

The transition preserved the technical expertise, product specifications, and manufacturing standards that customers had relied on for years. British Standard fuses and fusegear continued to meet demanding industrial and energy-sector requirements.

LWD | Weutscheck Distributor: Continuity in the German Market

While ownership at manufacturer level changed once again, LWD | Weutscheck Distributor remained a stable and trusted partner for customers in Germany.

Following the 1998 acquisition, LWD | Weutscheck Distributor continued to serve as distributor for English fuses in Germany, ensuring uninterrupted access to proven fuse solutions. This continuity was essential for customers operating long-life installations that depended on consistent fuse characteristics and compatibility.

Reliable Distribution of British Standard Fuses

By maintaining its distributor role, LWD | Weutscheck Distributor ensured that German industries continued to benefit from:

• Proven English fuse technology

• Compliance with British Standard (BS) requirements

• Stable supply chains despite corporate transitions

• Expert technical support and product knowledge

This long-term reliability strengthened LWD’s position as a specialist distributor of English fuses in Germany.

Stability Through Change

The 1998 acquisition by G.E. Power Controls highlights the importance of experienced distributors during periods of industrial change. While manufacturer structures evolved, LWD | Weutscheck Distributor ensured continuity, trust, and technical consistency for customers in the German market.

These values remain central to the philosophy that continues today under Casadaa Distribution.

A Legacy That Endures

From English Electric to G.E.C.-Alsthom and finally to G.E. Power Controls, the fuse business has evolved through several key transitions. Throughout these changes, LWD | Weutscheck Distributor remained a constant, supporting German customers with dependable English fuse solutions.

This enduring commitment to quality and expertise forms an essential part of the heritage that Casadaa Distribution carries forward into the present.