About us
Welcome to Spafax
Engineering Excellence Since 1938
For more than 80 years, Spafax has led the way in automotive safety innovation. Founded in 1938 supplying commercial vehicle components, the company quickly built a reputation for rigorous research, precision manufacturing, and dependable performance — foundations that established Spafax as a trusted global brand.
Still proudly family-owned, Spafax continues to advance vehicle safety through unbreakable mirror technology and intelligent safety systems used across demanding industries worldwide.
In 1965, Spafax introduced the world’s first unbreakable mirror, setting a new benchmark for durability and protection. That commitment to safer, stronger solutions remains at the heart of every product we design and manufacture today.
Today, SPAFAX offers a comprehensive range of safety products, including:
Unbreakable mirrors
Heavy-duty mirror arms
Certified lighting systems
Audio warning systems
Speciality lenses
IP69K-rated wireless camera systems
Each product is engineered for ease of installation, reliability, and long service life, even in the harshest environments. With ISO 9001:2015 accreditation and decades of proven expertise, SPAFAX solutions are built to inspire confidence and deliver exceptional performance.
Unbreakable by design
Our mirrors are engineered from the ground up to be truly unbreakable — a design protected by global patents and proven across demanding industries.
Available in multiple configurations to suit almost any vehicle application, SPAFAX mirrors combine Strength, Optical Clarity and Adaptability.
Options include remote control operation, heating, integrated cameras, and custom finishes.
The history of Spafax
The following timeline illustrates the key milestones and defining moments that have shaped the organization's journey over the decades. Trace the evolution of the brand through a legacy built on continuous innovation and excellence.
1938
Foundations of the Business
SPAFAX was founded in the United Kingdom, beginning its journey as a specialist manufacturer serving the growing commercial vehicle industry. The company quickly developed a reputation for practical engineering and durable vehicle safety components.
1940
Supporting a Changing Industry
As commercial transport expanded, SPAFAX continued to develop solutions designed to support vehicle operators and improve road safety. The company’s early innovations laid the groundwork for decades of engineering development.
1965
Introduction of the First Unbreakable Mirror
SPAFAX introduced the first unbreakable mirror for commercial vehicles, pioneering the use of durable polycarbonate materials to improve driver visibility while reducing mirror breakage and maintenance.
1982
ITVA Award of Merit
SPAFAX was recognised at the ITVA Awards, receiving the Award of Merit in the Sales & Marketing category for its internal training programme “Spafax Reflects”.
