East Coast Lightning Equipment Employee Directory
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics ManufacturingConnecticut, United States2-10 Employees
ECLE designs and produces UL-listed components for lightning protection used by professionals in design and installation across the United States and Canada. The company is based in Winsted, Connecticut, and was founded in 1985 by Charles (Chuck) and Judy Ackerman. It runs an on-site production complex that includes a non-ferrous foundry and dedicated units for cable braiding, metal machining, assembly, and stamping. The firm emphasizes affordability and quality, guided by safety standards and responsive customer service. Its customers are professionals involved in designing and implementing lightning protection systems, and ECLE aims to meet safety and reliability needs with integrated manufacturing capabilities. In 2023, the organization expanded its footprint by relocating to a 26,000-square-foot facility in Torrington, Connecticut.