Established in 1990, Elmecon Limited is a research, design and development consultancy, primarily for the medium voltage switchgear industry.

We do not manufacture in production quantities. However, for certain projects we will manufacture prototypes. During a typical project we will also aid in introductions and sourcing of appropriate manufactures for your design.
Currently we use Solidworks as our primary CAD tool, alongside ANSYS for simulation. We also have AutoCAD and Inventor; but would be willing to adapt any software given the right project.
As we are not manufacturers of the components, we don’t design the tooling for manufacture. This is best done by the company that will produce the components.
No, but as part of our design process, we can introduce and recommend suppliers.
All of our designs are bespoke.
We have extensive knowledge and relationships with many component suppliers to assist you in finding the right source for your company.
This is not something we offer, but we can put in touch with companies that can provide you with this service.
In house to complement our workshop, we have a CBA (circuit breaker analyser) power frequency and PD (partial discharge) facility up to 100kV. Mechanical endurance of mechanisms can also be tested. Load testing facilities are also available.
Locally, we can also obtain BIL, power frequency, temperature rise, load testing and environmental testing with an ASTA accredited test facility.
This is very difficult due to confidentiality with our clients who normally wish our involvement not to be advertised.
This is very difficult due to confidentiality with our clients who normally wish our involvement not to be advertised.
Within our designs, suitable area and location is provided for these systems which are normally sourced or designed by our client.
All projects are assessed on an individual basis. As no two products are the same, location, manufacturing capabilities, company desire and market all play a role in costing. Once basic discussions have taken place a budget can be provided.
Almost every project will include us visiting your factory. We usually visit towards the start of project to see your manufacturing facilities and then during prototyping/test preparation to assist.
Depending on the product, we are able to produce prototypes.
On site, we have a 115m2 facility for product manufacture and modification suitable to development.
We regularly have video and audio conference calls comprising of members stretching across the globe.
Unless there are security concerns or the UK government has issued a restriction, then we are willing and able to visit any country.
Due to our regular overseas travel, we may have a visa depending on country and we can apply for any visa should the need arise.
Elmecon has a standard NDA that can be adapted to suit any new client, or we can use your NDA.
Yes, mainly Middle East Energy in Dubai.
We offer both spring assisted mechanisms and solenoid driven circuit breaker designs.