Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Electrical Switchgear Partner
Established in 1971, Kane Engineering has built a reputation as a leading manufacturer of low-voltage switchgear solutions. Our expertise spans over five decades of designing and producing custom electrical systems that prioritise safety, reliability and technical excellence. With a dedicated team of engineers and technicians, we deliver tailored power distribution, monitoring and control equipment to industrial and commercial clients across the UK and Ireland. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through rigorous adherence to international standards including IEC 61439 and CE certification. We maintain continuous investment in advanced manufacturing technologies such as 3D CAD systems and automated CNC machinery.Our facility in Newtownards, Northern Ireland benefits from strategic transport links while our partnerships with leading component suppliers ensure technical compatibility and performance. We specialise in complex switchgear schemes that meet exacting specifications while maintaining commercial viability. Our quality management systems provide full traceability from component selection through to final product certification. This comprehensive approach has earned us recognition through awards such as the Northern Ireland Quality Award in 1992. We remain a trusted partner for electrical infrastructure projects requiring precision-engineered solutions.
Services
Low Voltage Switchboards
Power Factor Correction
Power Distribution Units
EV Charging Infrastructure
Panel Boards
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 50+ years specialising in low-voltage switchgear design and manufacturing
- Bespoke solutions tailored to industrial and commercial electrical requirements
- In-house engineering team with expertise in complex switchgear schemes
- Quality systems ensuring full component and assembly traceability
- Strategic investment in advanced manufacturing technologies
Associations and certifications
- IEC 61439
- CE Marking
- Northern Ireland Quality Award
Services
Low Voltage Switchboards
We manufacture main and sub-main distribution boards with ratings from 250A to 6300A in various forms of separation. Our switchboards comply with IEC 61439 standards and feature modular construction for future expansion. Each unit undergoes rigorous testing to ensure long-term reliability and serviceability.
Power Factor Correction
Our power factor correction equipment improves electrical system efficiency while reducing energy costs. We offer fixed capacitors, automatic switched steps and de-tuned systems as standalone units or integrated into new switchboards. All solutions help reduce carbon emissions and improve power quality.
EV Charging Infrastructure
The EvoPillar solution provides outdoor charging infrastructure with ratings up to 250A. Designed for durability and safety, these units feature IP55 protection, integrated cooling systems and modular configurations. They support up to 25 charging points with options for future expansion and BMS integration.
Power Distribution Units
Our PDUs offer modular power distribution with income protection and monitoring capabilities. Available in various separation forms, these units incorporate static transfer switches and individual circuit monitoring. They comply with both IEC 60439 and IEC 61439 standards for performance and safety.
Custom Panel Boards
We design custom MCCB and MCB distribution boards with integrated metering and surge protection. These units combine standard components with bespoke configurations to meet specific site requirements. Factory-built and tested units ensure rapid installation while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
People
Damien Kane
Commercial Director
With over 20 years in the electrical industry, Damien leads customer relations and strategic development. He ensures quality delivery across all sectors while maintaining the company's mission as an expert partner in electrical switchgear solutions.
Stephen Spiers
Engineering Manager
Stephen oversees all engineering design with expertise in LV switchgear development. His 20+ years of technical experience ensure complex switchgear schemes meet both specification and budget requirements for diverse industrial applications.
Nikki Caskey
Operations Manager
Nikki manages workshop operations and lean manufacturing initiatives. With two decades of industry experience, he leads departmental teams to maintain high standards in product quality and service delivery across all production processes.
Ryan Thompson
Technical & Quality Manager
Ryan ensures quality compliance through rigorous testing and inspection processes. As a member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, he maintains technical standards while overseeing product certification and continuous improvement programmes.
Peter Mallon
Director
As a board director, Peter provides strategic leadership in maintaining technical excellence. He oversees key business operations while ensuring the company remains at the forefront of LV switchgear technology and service delivery.
Questions
What industries do Kane Engineering serve?
We provide switchgear solutions for industrial, commercial and public sector projects across the UK and Ireland.
What standards do your products meet?
All our switchboards comply with IEC 61439 standards and carry CE certification for quality assurance.
Can you provide custom electrical solutions?
Yes, we specialise in bespoke switchgear designs including integrated power monitoring and EV charging infrastructure.
What support do you offer for installations?
We provide technical assistance from design through to commissioning with factory-trained engineers available for site support.
How do you ensure product quality?
Our quality systems include in-process inspection, component traceability and final product certification testing.
What is your manufacturing capacity?
Our facility produces switchboards from 250A to 6300A with automated CNC machinery supporting precision manufacturing.
