The beginning of Elektroncek Group of Companies extends back to the year 1989 with the establishment of the company Elektroncek, which commenced its business activities with development and production of security systems. Later it redirected its activities into information technology which has since proven to be an important change in direction for the company.
1990-1995
The years 1990 through to 1995 saw considerable growth in revenue with over 4,000 computer systems sold and the company being positioned as a supplier that offered more than its competition. The general recession in the computer market in 1995 lead Elektroncek to expand into the production of computer systems for hotel management and trading. In 1996 this business was turned over to a newly established company called POS Elektroncek, which still has a reputation as market leader in the supply of systems for the catering sector.
1997-1998
In 1997 we combined extensive experience from our previous computer business, together with pro-active thinking and a professional work approach and re-positioned our activities into the gaming industry. The result was a breakthrough product: fully automated electronic roulette named Princess. It was first introduced to gaming industry in January 1998 at London Casino Exposition and received a great response. In September of the same year the company introduced its first generation of multiplayer gaming machines: Megastar roulette, dice and video.
1999, the formation of global brand and sales network Interblock
In 1999 an associated company Interblock d.o.o. was founded. In that year total sales reached 1.3 million EUR, 70% of which was in foreign markets. Interblock multiplayer gaming machines set new standards, and this was confirmed with gold medal at the Las Vegas Gaming Expo.
2000-2006
This was a period of further development of multiplayer systems and extensive work to place Interblock ahead of its global competitors. Much effort was aimed at the investigation of the requirements of foreign markets as well as studying laws and regulations controlling the gaming industry worldwide. In the year 2000 the electronic roulette named Queen and a new model of electronic dice named Supernova were launched into the gaming market. One year later touch screens were installed in all new electromechanical gaming machines and a new model called Stardust was launched. In 2003 our third generation of models, designed by Swarovski, successfully entered the global gaming market.
2007-2008
A true achievement in development is Elektroncek’s 4th generation of gaming devices sub-branded “G4 Organic” launched in 2008. The new generation stands out and includes G4 Organic Card Blackjack – the first electromechanical gaming device enabling genuine game experience with real cards. There is no comparable machine on the market, with competitors limited to machines which display cards on a video screen. Elektroncek’s innovation filled a niche, and announced a new path for development of multiplayer gaming machines – electromechanical solutions for traditional live games.
Elektroncek was recognized as the fastest growing company in Slovenia for the year 2007. The ‘Slovenian Gazelle 2007’ – award for best fastest growing company - was presented on 25th October at the Cankarjev dom, Ljubljana. Amongst six regional finalists, selected from 500 companies competing for the golden award, Elektroncek won national ‘Golden Gazelle 2007’.
In addition, the media and research project Zlata nit (Golden Thread) awarded the company Elektroncek a special award for its human resource policy and placed it among the 21 top Slovene employers.
Elektroncek Product Innovation Awards
After being nominated most innovative product at London ICE Show 2008, IGWB – International Gaming & Wagering Business awarded G4 Organic Card Black Jack as one of the twenty most innovative and state of the art products.
Elektroncek’s revolutionary electromechanical card dealer G4 Organic Black Jack has also been voted as one of Slovenian most innovative products in the year 2008. In addition, Elektroncek featuring its current flagship product G4 Organic Blackjack has been chosen to represent the latest progress in the development of the Slovenian economy in the governmental promotional campaign targeting the European Union.
Mission & vision
Elektroncek multiplayer solutions are recognised worldwide for their technological excellence and durability, attractive and contemporary design, together with efficient after-sales support and services. We strive to set trends for the multiplayer gaming machines.
Elektroncek group of companies strive to realise the following vision.
- Continuity of the Elektroncek success story in developing, producing and servicing state-of-the-art multiplayer systems through investment in R&D, licensing, market research and communication in order to satisfy the needs of customers.
- To focus on meeting customer’s needs through effective distribution and prompt on-site customer support.
- To constantly strive to meet the demands of new markets by obtaining their legislative restrictions, gaming customs and end user behaviours.
- To invest in skilled employees that co-create great brand experience, where Interblock is a synonym for outstanding customer service.
- To sustain the lead over the competition also by reallocating resources and establishing new production lines in USA and Asia.
- To form strategic alliances with partners from various fields of business in order to stay at the global competitive edge.
- To operate to the benefit of all stakeholders, including employees, customers and society at large in respect of sustainable development at all levels of environmental, social and economic performance.
