ELAP Production Cooperative: Thirty years of experience in industrial process control
February 3, 2026 / 12:22 PM
For more than 30 years, the Czech ELAP production cooperative has been designing and supplying automation solutions for industry – from machine control to complete production lines. At AMPER 2026, the company will present itself as part of the joint exhibition of manufacturing cooperatives organised by SČMVD.
ELAP výrobní družstvo is a purely Czech technology company headquartered in the foothills of the Jeseníky Mountains, in Světlá Hora. Since the very beginning of its operations, the company has focused on the development and production of advanced automation solutions not only for industrial applications. ELAP was founded with the objective of delivering innovative control systems for machines and production lines.
The company continuously expands its expertise, product portfolio, and industry know-how. Over more than three decades of operation, ELAP has established itself as a reliable partner for companies where high productivity, manufacturing quality, and efficient process control are essential. ELAP is a long-standing member of the Union of Czech and Moravian Production Cooperatives (SČMVD) and a member of the Pressure Die Casting Committee of the Czech Foundry Society.
Where to Find Us and What We Do
ELAP specializes in the development, manufacturing, and implementation of semi-automated and fully automated applications that support modern industrial processes. ELAP solutions are deployed not only across Europe, but also in China and Mexico.
The company’s core areas of expertise include:
- design and implementation of control systems for machines and technological units,
- design and manufacturing of production lines,
- development of inspection and testing equipment for quality assurance and dimensional stability verification,
- design of handling equipment and robotic workstations, including peripheral systems,
- development of special-purpose machines and equipment tailored to specific customer requirements.
ELAP’s product portfolio also includes solutions for forming components made from aluminum alloys, plastics, rubber, and ceramic materials; customized assembly and testing lines; special handling systems; energy-saving equipment for manufacturing processes; temperature control systems; monitoring of operating fluid consumption; and safety-related technologies.
Business with a Human Dimension
ELAP is not just a technology company—it is an organization that emphasizes both professional excellence and a human-centered approach to every project and customer. Through close cooperation with leading suppliers of robotic technologies, including its status as a VIP integrator of ABB Robotics, ELAP delivers solutions that combine high efficiency with customization to real customer needs.
An important part of ELAP’s philosophy is the sharing of expertise. The company provides technical consulting, training, and presentations, particularly in the fields of robotics and automation, often in cooperation with academic institutions. The expert team strives to understand the specific challenges faced by customers, enabling the development of solutions that are not only technically advanced, but also unique and economically beneficial in operation.
Project References
ELAP has delivered numerous customer-specific automation projects across a wide range of industries. Selected references include:
- robotic workstations ranging from gravity casting to high-pressure die casting of aluminum alloys in foundries across the Czech and Slovak Republics,
- control systems for plastic injection molding machines and ceramic pressing equipment with specialized technologies,
- automated assembly lines for fire detectors, sun visors, and similar products,
- automated lines for finishing of castings, cut parts, and related components,
- lines for surface hardening of steel parts and bonding processes,
- handling systems for food production and CNC lathe operation,
- robotic systems for dosing molten aluminum or applying release agents to molds,
- water and air cooling systems for aluminum castings.
ELAP cooperates with dozens of manufacturing companies in the fields of foundry engineering, plastics processing, automotive supply, and food production, including ice cream manufacturing.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout its long-term operation, ELAP has received several prestigious awards, including:
- ten “Innovation of Cooperative” awards from the Union of Czech and Moravian Production Cooperatives for innovative contributions to industrial automation,
- recognition among the 100 Best Companies in the Czech Republic,
- first- and second-level awards from the Czech Foundry Society for professional achievements in pressure die casting.
These awards confirm ELAP’s position as a respected partner in the field of industrial automation and technological innovation.
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