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33 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Environmental Engineering Solutions in Devon
Phoenix Engineering, a family-run multi-disciplined engineering business established in 1993, specialises in the maintenance, design, and refurbishment of leachate treatment plants and related facilities. With over 30 years of expertise, we deliver comprehensive solutions from problem definition to infrastructure construction and operational training, adhering to stringent global water quality standards. Our in-house process design capabilities, combined with advanced technologies like denitrification and ultrafiltration, ensure compliance with discharge consent standards. We uniquely manufacture our own control panels and access platforms in Cornwall, tailored for corrosive environments, and have developed the proprietary SCADA system DLOG, ensuring longevity and user-friendly remote operations.Certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, we prioritise quality, safety, and sustainability, integrating natural solutions like reed bed treatment where feasible. Our team, led by the Trewern family, brings decades of experience, supported by key personnel such as Howard Robinson and Helen Gribble. Recognised by Avetta, CHAS, Achilles, and SafeContractor, we uphold rigorous health and safety protocols. Our commitment to circularity and climate change mitigation ensures durable, cost-effective solutions for clients. Recent projects include the refurbishment of Deep Moor Landfill and collaborations with CEMEX, underscoring our capability to tackle complex engineering challenges across the UK.
Services
Leachate Treatment Plants
SCADA Systems
Control Panel Design
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Installations
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years specialising in leachate treatment plant design and maintenance
- In-house developed DLOG SCADA system for reliable remote operations
- ISO 9001 and 14001 certified quality and environmental management systems
- UKAS ISO certifications 232867 and 232868 for technical excellence
- Custom-built control panels and corrosion-resistant infrastructure
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- Avetta
- CHAS
- Achilles
- SafeContractor
Services
Leachate Treatment Plants
Design, construction, and maintenance of leachate treatment facilities using aerobic sequencing batch reactors and advanced technologies like denitrification. Compliant with discharge standards, incorporating reed bed systems where feasible. Projects span 200+ installations across the UK since 1993, including upgrades for longevity beyond 30-year operational lifespans.
DLOG SCADA Systems
Proprietary SCADA platform developed in-house since 1995, offering permanent data logging, real-time visualisation, and remote access. Eliminates obsolescence issues through custom C# .NET architecture, supporting password-protected operator access and engineer-level diagnostics for optimised plant performance.
Control Panel Manufacturing
In-house design and production of control panels to BS5486 standards, tailored for leachate management. Materials include epoxy-coated steel, stainless steel, and GRP with IP ratings up to IP69. Services cover full automation systems, PLC logic programming, and integration with existing infrastructure.
Civil Engineering
Turnkey civil works for treatment plants, including concrete piling, tank bases, bunded storage, and drainage systems. Expertise in high-voltage transformer bases, tarmac roads, and below-ground pumping stations, ensuring structural integrity in corrosive environments.
Mechanical Installations
Design and installation of HDPE, PVC, and ductile iron pipeline systems with submersible pumps, dosing units, and aeration equipment. Specialises in chemical dosing plants, borehole pumping, and 'up slope riser' configurations for efficient leachate transfer and treatment.
People
Terry Trewern
Founder
Founded Phoenix Engineering in 1993, driving its evolution into a leader in leachate treatment solutions. Instrumental in expanding design capabilities and fostering client partnerships for long-term plant operations.
Kevin Trewern
Director
Oversees technical innovation, including the development of the DLOG SCADA system. Brings 25+ years of coding and automation expertise to ensure systems meet evolving industry standards.
Ross Trewern
Project Manager
Manages complex engineering projects, ensuring adherence to ISO-certified quality standards. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams for seamless design-build implementations across the UK.
Howard Robinson
Process Engineer
Pioneered aerobic sequencing batch reactor technology in the 1980s. Retired in 2025 after a decade at Phoenix, leaving a legacy of innovative process design for leachate treatment.
Helen Gribble
Operations Manager
Coordinates nationwide maintenance networks and client support. Ensures 24/7 service delivery through strategic partnerships and rigorous health and safety compliance.
Questions
What types of leachate treatment systems do you specialise in?
We specialise in aerobic sequencing batch reactors, denitrification, ultrafiltration, and reed bed systems, tailored to meet specific discharge requirements.
Are your systems compliant with UK environmental regulations?
Yes, all our plants meet Environment Agency standards, with ISO 14001-certified environmental management practices.
Can you handle both new installations and plant upgrades?
We provide full lifecycle services, including design-build projects and refurbishments for plants exceeding 20-30 years of operation.
Do you offer remote monitoring capabilities?
Our proprietary DLOG SCADA system enables real-time remote monitoring and data logging for optimal plant performance.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environment) certified, with UKAS accreditation numbers 232867 and 232868.
Reviews (5)
Subhabrata Pani
Oct 16, 2021
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Phoenix Shows a Different Direction to Establish Itself...Phoenix's goal is to make impossible work a reality....
Kumar Shyam Nandan
Oct 10, 2021
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PHOENIX ENGINEERS IS VERY ESTEEMED ORGANISATION, AND HAS DONE WORK WITH SINCIARITY.& Doesn't give a chance to complain.
Ritik Kumar
Sep 11, 2020
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Great company for fire fighting,dust suppression system and have proper management. Providing services as per my expectation.
Dushmanta Kumar
Jun 07, 2020
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Pankaj Kumar
Aug 24, 2018
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Phoenix Engineers is a leading company in FDA, Firefighting system and Dust suppression system. They provide various customized solution to the client as per their requirement. It is a good place to learn.
