With over a century of heritage and a fresh focus on smart solutions, we at Crompton Controls are proud to be leading the way when it comes to simplifying electrical control systems for industry. Known as a true “one stop stop”, we offer everything from component parts to fully customised motor and building management control panels – all under one roof, from the heart of Yorkshire.
As part of Made in Yorkshire’s Exhibitor Spotlight series, a member of the team from MIY recently caught up with our Managing Director, David Chappell, to ask a few quick questions about what drives us, what we’ve achieved recently, and what exciting things we’ve got coming up next.
We’ll be there at the MIY Expo to discuss our capabilities here at Crompton Controls with anyone interested in finding out more. But for now, here’s what Dave had to say during his catch up with MIY…
1. In one sentence – what does Crompton Controls do best?
We provide direct access and greater choice from a single trusted source. Whether it’s off-the-shelf electrical components, market-leading starters, or bespoke control panels, we pride ourselves on being a go-to partner for customers across multiple sectors.
2. What’s the driving mission or purpose behind Crompton Controls right now?
Our core value is to be as easy to deal with as possible. From design and manufacture through to distribution and support, we approach every interaction with a professional yet personal touch. As Dave puts it, our aim is simple:
“To look after your business with minimum fuss and maximum care.”
That ethos runs right through everything we do – from technical guidance and product selection to bespoke manufacturing and ongoing support.
3. What’s been the biggest milestone over the past 12 months?
Over the past year, we’ve experienced significant growth. We’ve expanded into new sectors, introduced new product lines, and invested heavily in staff training and development. It’s been about much more than increased output – we’ve strengthened our team and broadened our capabilities to support evolving customer needs.
4. Any exciting developments on the horizon?
We’ll soon be unveiling a UK-first – the latest wire preparation machine. It’s a major step forward in terms of automation and precision, and part of our ongoing investment in innovation and process improvement.
5. Tell us something surprising or little-known about Crompton Controls.
We can trace our roots back over 120 years to Rookes Evelyn Bell Crompton, a pioneering 19th-century electrical engineer. He played a vital role in introducing some of the world’s first public electricity supplies – and brought lighting networks to Australia and India. His legacy of innovation and ambition still drives us today.
Come and meet us at the Made in Yorkshire Expo 2025
We’ll be on stand MIY125 at this year’s Made in Yorkshire Expo, taking place on Thursday 16th October 2025 at John Smith’s Stadium, Huddersfield. If you’re attending, pop by for a chat – we’d love to share what we’re working on and explore how we can support your next project.
If you’re not attending, then you can change that by registering here.
See you there!