About — Rayfast
About Rayfast

The Global
Supplier with
the Personal Touch

Rayfast provides specialised technical products and solutions to the global defence, civil aviation, medical, motorsport and industrial markets — backed by the resources of Diploma PLC and the Interconnect Solutions Group.

30+
Years in Business
8
Global Locations
FTSE 250
Listed Parent Company
7
Group Companies
Group Structure

Part of a Global
Network of Excellence

Rayfast is a member of the Interconnect Solutions Group — an international group of specialist companies united by a common commitment to quality, technical expertise and personal customer service. ISG is proudly part of Diploma PLC, a FTSE 250-listed corporation headquartered in London.

Group Companies

The Companies of IS Group

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Rayfast
Swindon, United Kingdom

The global supplier of specialised electrical solutions. Stocking distributor of high performance wire & cable, harnessing and electro-mechanical components for aerospace, defence, motorsport, marine and industrial markets.

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Rayfast s.r.o.
Prague, Czech Republic

Officially launched in 2025, Rayfast s.r.o. serves as a key hub for value-add distribution in Central and Eastern Europe, complementing the group's strong footprint in Germany and strengthening ISG's role across the region.

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Rayfast USA
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Formerly known as IS-Motorsport, Rayfast USA is headquartered in Indianapolis and serves North American aerospace, defence, motorsport and industrial markets. A key hub for the group's growing US presence alongside LJR Electronics.

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Sommer GmbH
Germany

A leading German distributor of interconnect solutions. Acquired by ISG in 1998 and expanded through the integration of Rayquick (2012), HSP (2020) and CTS (2023) to become a major force across European markets.

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Cabletec
United Kingdom

Specialists in braided products and cable management solutions. Acquired in 2007, Cabletec brought an expanded range of braided sleeving, screening braid and associated products to the group's portfolio.

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Krempfast
United Kingdom

Acquired and integrated into the ISG UK operation in 2017 to support emerging market growth opportunities. Adds depth to the group's value-add distribution capabilities across the UK market.

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LJR Electronics
Miamisburg, Ohio, USA

Acquired in 2022, LJR Electronics strengthened the group's US presence with specialist interconnect expertise and an established customer base across North American aerospace and defence markets.

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Filcon Electronic
Germany

Integrated into the IS Group in 2023, Filcon brings specialist connector and electro-mechanical assembly expertise, further strengthening the group's technical capabilities in the German-speaking market.

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Astro Industries
Dayton, Ohio, USA

Acquired in 2025, Astro Industries Inc is based in Dayton, Ohio and further strengthens the group's North American presence, adding specialist capabilities and an established customer base in the US market.

1987
Year Founded
8
Global Locations
7
Group Companies
10+
Industries Served
FTSE 250
Parent Company Listing
Our History

Over 35 Years of
Growth & Innovation

1987
Rayfast Founded
Rayfast established as a distributor for Raychem (acquired by TE Connectivity in 1999).
1994
Diploma Acquisition
Diploma entered the interconnect business with the acquisition of Rayfast.
1998
Sommer Acquired
Acquired Sommer in Germany, establishing a major European footprint.
1999
IS Group Rebranded
Introduction of IS-Group; businesses renamed and rebranded under unified identity.
2001
US Expansion
Established IS Connect Inc in the USA, entering the North American market.
2007
Cabletec Acquired
Added braided products through the acquisition of Cabletec, UK.
2012
Rayquick Integration
Acquired Rayquick in Germany and integrated into Sommer GmbH.
2017
Krempfast Integrated
Acquired and integrated Krempfast Ltd into the ISG-UK operation for emerging market growth.
2020
HSP Acquired
Acquired HSP in Germany and integrated into Sommer, further expanding European capability.
2021
Brand Refresh
Brand refresh to modernise the group image and demonstrate group cohesion across all entities.
2022
LJR Electronics
Acquired LJR Electronics, based in Miamisburg, Ohio, USA — strengthening the North American presence.
2023
Filcon & CTS Integrated
Integration of Filcon (Germany) into the IS Group; CTS acquired and integrated into Sommer.
2025
Czech Republic Launch & Astro
Rayfast s.r.o. officially launched in Prague; Astro Industries Inc acquired in Dayton, Ohio.
1987
2025
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Why Rayfast

What Sets Us Apart

Technical Expertise

Our team brings deep product and application knowledge across every market we serve. From MIL-SPEC wire selection for aerospace to bespoke motorsport harness components, we help customers find the right solution every time.

Global Reach

With operations across the UK, USA, Germany, France, India, China, Turkey, Poland and the Czech Republic, ISG has the reach to support global programmes while maintaining the responsiveness of a specialist distributor.

Personal Touch

Despite the scale of the Diploma PLC group behind us, Rayfast operates with the agility and personal service of a specialist supplier. Same-day shipment, bespoke stocking packages and direct access to technical experts — every time.

Ready to Work
with Rayfast?

Get in touch with our technical team today. Whether you need a standard stock item or a bespoke solution, we're here to help.

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