ACTIVE CONTROLS LTD Leicestershire, UK
BS EN 61439 Compliant Engineering

Precision Industrial Control Panels & Automation Solutions

Engineered in Leicestershire, delivered worldwide. We design, build, and integrate world-class automation systems, PLC software, and electrical control panels for critical industrial applications.

UK Manufactured

Engineering Excellence

  • Custom electrical schematics & EPLAN design
  • Advanced PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming
  • Full factory acceptance testing (FAT) before dispatch
  • On-site commissioning & comprehensive documentation
High Quality Standards Leicestershire Workshops
What We Do

Core Industrial Capabilities

From single-bay motor control centres to complex multi-line automation plants, we provide end-to-end electrical and automation solutions.

Bespoke Control Panel Design & Build

Custom control panel manufacturing built to exact client specifications, ensuring compliance with BS EN 61439 standards and rigorous safety regulations.

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PLC & HMI Programming

Expert software development for major automation platforms including Siemens, Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Mitsubishi, Omron, and Schneider Electric.

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Industrial Automation & Robotics

Seamless integration of automated machinery, robotic cells, conveyors, and motion control systems to boost manufacturing throughput and efficiency.

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System Retrofitting & Upgrades

Modernising obsolete control systems, replacing outdated PLCs, and eliminating downtime risks with minimum disruption to your existing production schedule.

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Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance

Comprehensive site installation, rigorous commissioning protocols, preventative maintenance packages, and rapid emergency breakdown support.

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Need a Custom Specification?

Our engineering team is ready to review your schematics, performance specs, or project requirements today.

Industries

Sectors We Serve

We deliver robust, reliable automation control panels trusted across critical industrial environments throughout the UK and beyond.

Manufacturing

Assembly lines, robotics, and discrete manufacturing automation.

Material Handling

Conveyor systems, automated warehousing, and sorting panels.

Food & Beverage

Washdown-rated stainless panels, batching, and CIP systems.

Water & Wastewater

Pumping stations, telemetry, and treatment plant automation.

Energy & Power

Distribution switchgear controls, renewables, and generator sync.

About Active Controls Ltd

Leicestershire’s Trusted Automation Partner

Based in the heart of Leicestershire’s engineering hub, Active Controls Ltd combines decades of hands-on electrical expertise with cutting-edge industrial automation software. We pride ourselves on delivering bespoke solutions that adhere strictly to stringent UK and international safety standards, including **BS EN 61439**.

Whether you are an OEM requiring reliable series production of control panels or an end-user modernising an entire plant, our dedicated team of engineers guarantees precision craft, absolute reliability, and lifelong support.

100% Tested Before Dispatch (FAT)
BS EN 61439 Panel Standard Compliant

Why Choose Active Controls?

Quality Assurance

Rigorous inspection, component traceability, and electrical testing on every build.

UK Manufactured

Proudly built in our Leicestershire facility by qualified panel builders and engineers.

Expert Engineering Team

Decades of combined experience in PLC programming, hardware design, and safety systems.

Full Documentation Pack

Detailed EPLAN schematics, CE/UKCA declarations, parts lists, and user manuals included.

Get In Touch

Request a Quote or Consultation

Have an upcoming automation project or control panel requirement? Submit your enquiry below and our Leicestershire engineering team will review it.