Robust, compliant control panels designed and manufactured for reliable automation, safe operation, and long-term maintainability.
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Control panels form the physical backbone of industrial automation systems.
They house the electrical, control and safety equipment required to operate machinery, processes and infrastructure reliably. At FAIRFIELDS, we design and manufacture control panels tailored to the operational, environmental and regulatory requirements of each project. From small instrumentation panels to large Motor Control Centres (MCCs), our panels are engineered for performance, safety and maintainability, supporting complex automation systems across high-consequence industries.
Every automation system ultimately relies on well-engineered hardware. Control panels provide the safe, structured environment where power distribution, control equipment, PLC systems, drives, instrumentation and safety components are integrated into a single, manageable solution.
FAIRFIELDS delivers complete control panel solutions as part of wider automation and engineering projects. Our engineers design panels to meet both operational and regulatory requirements, considering factors such as environmental conditions, maintainability, electrical segregation, EMC compliance and installation constraints. Each design is reviewed carefully before manufacture to ensure the finished system performs reliably throughout its lifecycle.
Our in-house engineering teams produce electrical schematics, panel layouts and installation documentation before manufacturing begins. Panels are assembled and tested to verify functionality and quality prior to delivery, with options for full system integration testing where required.
Control panels are typically deployed as part of wider automation systems, supporting PLC platforms, SCADA systems, industrial networks, drives, instrumentation and safety systems. Whether installed within manufacturing plants, infrastructure assets or complex machinery, they provide the structured control architecture required for safe and reliable operation.
Panels are built in accordance with IEC 61439 and follow rigorous quality procedures to ensure compliance, reliability and long service life.
FAIRFIELDS designs and supplies control panels for a wide range of automation and infrastructure applications, including:
• LV power distribution panels
• Hardwired Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
• Intelligent Motor Control Centres
• Instrumentation and control panels
• Operator desks and control consoles
• Telemetry and remote control panels
• PLC and automation system panels
• Network and server cabinets
• Safety and immobilisation panels
• Bespoke panels for specialised equipment
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Panel Design & Engineering
Each panel begins with detailed electrical and mechanical design. Our engineers produce schematics, panel layouts and cable schedules using professional design tools, ensuring consistency and traceability throughout the project lifecycle. Designs consider site environment, protection requirements, EMC, cable segregation and maintenance access to ensure reliable long-term operation.
Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
FARFIELDS designs both conventional and intelligent MCCs to manage motor-driven equipment across industrial plants. Intelligent MCCs allow operational data and diagnostics to be accessed through industrial networks, enabling improved maintenance, monitoring and operational visibility.
Manufacturing & Testing
All control panels are manufactured under controlled workshop conditions and tested prior to delivery. This includes functional testing, wiring verification and, where required, integration testing with PLC systems and automation equipment to confirm correct operation before installation.
Compliance & Standards
Control panels must meet strict regulatory and technical standards. Our panels are built in accordance with IEC 61439 and follow documented quality procedures to ensure electrical safety, reliability and compliance with applicable industry regulations.
Installation & Commissioning
FAIRFIELDS can deliver panels as part of a complete project, including installation, cabling, testing and commissioning. Our engineers support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and operational validation to ensure systems are fully functional when handed over.