Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Electrical Contractors in Smethwick
Established in 1962, we are a leading electrical contracting company with over six decades of expertise in delivering industrial and commercial installations across the United Kingdom and internationally. Our specialized services include plant and factory relocation, machine maintenance, and electrical infrastructure solutions for hazardous zones. With a proven track record in complex projects - from dismantling and reinstalling machinery to power systems exceeding 3,000 Hp - we combine technical precision with operational reliability.Registered with local authorities and educational institutions, our team has cultivated trusted partnerships to provide comprehensive electrical condition assessments and urgent repair solutions, maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards.
Services
Industrial Installations
Plant Relocation
Machine Maintenance
Hazardous Zone Work
EV Charging Points
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We have 60+ years of continuous electrical contracting experience since 1962
- We've executed projects in multiple countries with complex machinery expertise
- We maintain special working relationships with organisations for electrical condition reports
- We handle complete plant relocations including high-power motor drives
- We're registered with local authorities and educational institutions as approved contractors
What people say
High quality standard
Timely manner
Would definitely recommend
Services
Industrial Installations
We specialise in comprehensive electrical installations for industrial facilities, including power distribution systems and machinery integration. Our engineers ensure compliance with all safety regulations and deliver solutions for new constructions and facility upgrades. With global project experience since 1962, we provide tailored electrical infrastructure to support manufacturing processes and production lines.
Plant Relocation
Our expert team handles complete factory and plant relocations, including disconnection, packing, transportation, and reinstallation of electrical equipment. We manage projects ranging from individual machines to entire production lines with power requirements up to 3,000 Hp. Our systematic approach ensures minimal downtime and maintains equipment integrity throughout the relocation process.
Machine Maintenance
We offer comprehensive maintenance services for industrial electrical machinery, including condition assessments and urgent repair solutions. Our engineers provide both scheduled preventive maintenance and reactive repairs to ensure optimal equipment performance. We work closely with clients to develop maintenance strategies that reduce downtime and extend equipment lifecycle.
Hazardous Zone Work
Our certified technicians perform electrical installations and maintenance in hazardous environments, following strict safety protocols for explosive atmospheres. We specialise in Zone 0, 1, and 2 hazardous area classifications, providing intrinsically safe systems and explosion-proof equipment installation. Our team maintains current certifications for working in high-risk industrial environments.
EV Charging Points
We install EV charging infrastructure for commercial clients, including rapid charging stations and smart charging solutions. Our services cover complete electrical systems from grid connection to charging point installation, ensuring compliance with current regulations. We provide tailored charging solutions for fleet operators, public charging networks, and workplace charging requirements.
Questions
What electrical services do you specialise in?
We specialise in industrial and commercial electrical installations, plant relocations, hazardous zone work, machine maintenance, and EV charging point installations.
How long have you been in business?
K C Hickson has been operating as electrical contractors since November 1962, with over 60 years of industry experience.
Do you work outside the UK?
Yes, we undertake international projects alongside our UK-based commercial and industrial electrical installations.
What machinery projects have you handled?
We've relocated machinery including motor drives exceeding 3,000 Hp and complete production lines across various industrial sectors.
How do you ensure electrical safety?
We follow strict safety protocols, maintain current certifications for hazardous zones, and provide electrical condition reports to ensure compliance.
What accreditations do you hold?
We're registered with local authorities and educational institutions as approved electrical contractors with industry-recognised qualifications.
