Business Details
21 Years
experience
Engineering and Marketing Consultancy Services
Primotek Associates was established in 2005 to deliver technical and commercial expertise to valve manufacturers, distributors, and equipment manufacturers across the HVAC, plumbing, and industrial sectors. Our team combines over 100 years of industry experience with an independent approach to provide unbiased, tailored solutions. We specialise in third-party approvals, technical support, sales and market development, training, and recruitment, ensuring clients receive strategic, cost-effective services. Our independence allows us to act as a virtual extension of our clients' businesses, offering discretion and flexibility. We manage approvals processes for WRAS, DWI, and BS6920 standards, among others, simplifying compliance for global markets.Our technical support includes specification development, instruction manuals, and application data sheets, addressing complex engineering challenges. We also supply stainless steel metering stations and test points for flow measurement in water distribution systems. Our recruitment services adopt a bespoke, engineering-led methodology to identify candidates aligned with clients' specific needs. With over 35 years of market development experience, we help clients explore new opportunities without increasing payroll costs. Our commitment to confidentiality, demonstrated through non-disclosure agreements, ensures clients' intellectual property remains protected while achieving strategic objectives.
Services
Approvals Management
Technical Support
Sales & Market Development
Training Courses
Recruitment Services
Flow Measurement Products
Specification Development
Instruction Manuals
Valve Take-Offs
Application Data Sheets
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined industry experience in valve and HVAC sectors.
- Our independence ensures unbiased, tailored solutions for each client.
- We manage complex approvals processes for WRAS, DWI, and BS6920 standards.
- Our discreet recruitment approach aligns with clients' unique business needs.
- We provide technical support from specification development to instruction manuals.
Associations and certifications
- WRAS
- BS6920
- Drinking Water Inspectorate
- EN 331
- BSI
Services
Approvals Management
Primotek Associates manages third-party approvals for WRAS, DWI, BS6920, and EN 331 standards, ensuring products meet regulatory requirements. We handle documentation, liaise with test houses, and streamline certification processes for HVAC, water, and gas sectors. Our expertise reduces time-to-market while maintaining compliance with UK and international regulations.
Technical Support
We provide tailored technical support, including specification development, valve sizing, and application data sheets. Our team assists with troubleshooting, product assessments, and creating installation manuals. This service ensures clients maintain technical accuracy and operational efficiency across HVAC and industrial systems.
Sales Development
Primotek Associates supports market entry strategies through competitor analysis, partner identification, and sales training. We help clients explore new markets without increasing payroll costs, leveraging over 35 years of industry experience to develop targeted growth initiatives.
Training Courses
Our bespoke training covers valve technology, PED regulations, and approvals processes for HVAC and industrial applications. Courses are tailored to individual or organisational needs, from basic principles to advanced compliance requirements, delivered on-site or remotely.
Recruitment Services
We offer discreet recruitment solutions for engineering and technical roles, combining market knowledge with candidate assessment. Our process includes job specification creation, preliminary interviews, and salary benchmarking to align with clients' strategic goals.
People
Alan Hall
Director
Co-founder with 17 years at Hattersley Newman Hender and Pegler Ltd. Expertise in valve manufacturing, outsourcing, and technical management across HVAC, water, and power generation sectors.
Steve Ridgway
Director
Co-founder specialising in approvals, market development, and recruitment. Over 40 years in the valve industry, including senior roles in export sales and fire protection sectors.
Bob Whalley
Associate
42-year veteran of Hattersley Newman Hender, focusing on technical support, product management, and documentation for HVAC and industrial valves, including eccentric plug valve applications.
Questions
What industries does Primotek Associates Associates support?
We specialise in HVAC, water/wastewater, and industrial sectors, providing engineering and marketing services for valve manufacturers and distributors.
Can Primotek Associates assist with international approvals?
Yes, we manage approvals for WRAS, DWI, BS6920, and EN 331 standards, as well as support compliance in overseas markets.
What training courses do you offer?
We provide bespoke training on valve technology, PED regulations, and approvals processes tailored to HVAC and industrial applications.
How does your recruitment process work?
We adopt a discreet, engineering-led approach, including market analysis, candidate screening, and salary benchmarking to meet clients' specific needs.
Do you provide technical documentation services?
Yes, we create specifications, instruction manuals, and application data sheets to support product compliance and operational efficiency.
