Switchgear services

Switchgear serviced products

Technical assistance and lifecycle support from our expert service team.

Overview

Driven by our commitment to innovation and meeting the changing needs of our customers, our product offering evolves. As our products are built to last, we recognise that many customers continue to run their existing systems for years to come. 

Fully committed to supporting every aspect of your equipment’s operational life, products no longer manufactured continue to be supported.

Eclipse – AC Switchgear (Indoor)

Eclipse switchgear has been a trusted solution for reliable and efficient performance across primary and secondary power distribution applications. While it has now been succeeded by CRYNO, we continue to support our customers throughout the lifecycle of their Eclipse switchgear.

24/7 Support

SERVICE 24

All end users of BRUSH solutions have access to our SERVICE 24 technical service program and its expert knowledge base.

SERVICE 24 can be reached via email or phone. Simply provide the model and serial number of your equipment, plant name and your question. The SERVICE 24 team will respond as soon as possible with suggested next steps.

Careers

Meet Ashley

“If you’re a good apprentice here, you’ll learn your trade. And if you get good at your trade, there are amazing jobs here for you.”

Meet Ashley, one of our mentors of the apprentices at BRUSH Switchgear in Wales. He’s been with the business for 49 years, having joined as an apprentice himself. He is now an Aftermarket Product Engineer.

Ashley has played a key role in the development of so many apprentices during his long career with BRUSH, always driven by his desire to act with thoughtfulness and kindness towards every individual. And it’s an approach that’s proven to succeed.

“There’s an element of pride in seeing people you’ve mentored as apprentices become successful managers,” he says. “Because I know I’ve had a little bit of input in their development.”

His apprentices would actually say Ashley’s impact on their careers has been far greater than that, with many stating they’ve never forgotten his advice and opinions.

“I see my role as helping to ensure apprentices understand the business,” says Ashley. “Because the more knowledge they attain at this level, the more they can take forward into the business, and that will help BRUSH when they eventually move into new and different roles.”

Careers

Meet Emma

“On an apprenticeship, you’re earning while you’re learning. I can’t see why anyone would say ‘no’ to an apprenticeship at BRUSH if it’s a field they’re interested in.”

Meet Emma, a former BRUSH apprentice who currently works in the services department as a Contract Engineer. “It’s like a project management role,” she says. “I’m dealing with customers directly, as I manage orders from intake through to completion.”

Emma enjoyed school but dropped out of college to get a job. Her father worked in Switchgear at BRUSH and asked her if she was interested in an apprenticeship. “I looked at what BRUSH offered and thought: this is interesting. It was a chance to learn, get qualifications and hands-on experience in a job while getting paid. It was a win-win!”

She finished her four-year apprenticeship in 2013, having worked her way around different departments including Engineering, Purchasing and finally Servicing. “That’s where I discovered I wanted to be, liaising with customers and managing projects. Dealing with customers direct really interests me.”

As for the future, Emma has her sights set on a supervisory or managerial position at BRUSH. And she knows her apprenticeship has given her the foundation and experience to help her achieve that goal.

Careers

Meet Justin

“If it’s grey and it hums, we’ll work on it!” That’s how former BRUSH apprentice Justin describes his current role with us, which covers transformer installation, maintenance, upgrades and repairs.”

Meet Justin, a Field Services Manager for BRUSH Transformers. He started his four-year BRUSH apprenticeship straight from school in 2001, “fresh faced with the David Beckham Real Madrid-era look,” as he puts it!

Having always liked engineering, drawing and creating things, when an opportunity for an apprenticeship at BRUSH came along, Justin jumped at the chance.

He spent three years working on transformers, with a short secondment in Abu Dhabi. Having always wanted to be paid to draw and after helping set up our drawing office in the Middle East, on his return he was told about a similar role here in the UK. “I went through the interview process and the rest is history,” he says.

Justin is a great believer in the power and importance of apprenticeships: “They give you confidence, belief and the chance to grow personally. I’d definitely recommend an apprenticeship to anyone, and have done to my 21-year-old brother. And apprenticeships at BRUSH give you the chance to work on technology that’s designed, built and delivered in the UK, which is very rare in the industry.”

Justin’s appreciation of apprenticeships at BRUSH is music to the ears of Martin, who helped mentor Justin throughout his apprenticeship. You can view Martin’s profile here.

Careers

Meet Martin

“If you’re into engineering and want to do an apprenticeship, come to BRUSH. People know the name. It has history, which means the company is trusted and has been trusted for years.”

Meet Martin, Tap Change Service Manager here at BRUSH. As he explains, “A tap changer bolts onto the end of a transformer and allows customers to alter the voltage.” Martin’s been in his current role since 2019 but actually started at BRUSH back in 1985 as an apprentice.

“My apprenticeship here has enabled me to see the world during my career. I’ve been to the Middle East (ten times), India, Poland, Indonesia, Singapore, everywhere!”

No wonder he’s a big believer in apprenticeships at BRUSH: “They set you up for life, basically, giving you a good grounding in the business. They also further your education and get you started in life.”

Since his own apprenticeship, Martin has played a key role in mentoring others, including Justin who is now in a managerial role himself (you can view his profile here)

As Martin says: “Here at BRUSH, you’ll learn actual skills on the job while getting paid. And you’ll get to learn technical skills at college. Both aspects marry well together. It’s a brilliant way to do it. I highly recommend BRUSH apprenticeships!”

AC Switchgear (indoor)

CRYNO

Introducing CRYNO, a 12kV fixed pattern indoor metal enclosed vacuum switchgear that utilises air insulation and vacuum technology, for the next step in switchgear innovation.

Overview

Where performance meets progress. CRYNO is the latest addition to our AC switchgear range and the next step in the evolution of switchgear. Bringing together the functionality of our well-respected Eclipse and Quantum switchboards, CRYNO features advance operating technology to deliver on performance, reliability and safety – all within a compact footprint.

Within its space-saving design, CRYNO also boasts enhanced features allowing for improved operator safety and ease of maintenance.

Suitable for installation within a wide range of industries, CRYNO also benefits from our award-winning magnetic actuator technology.

What’s in the name?

Pronounced ‘Cruh-no’, it is Welsh for compact. The name reflects not only a key feature of this innovative solution, but also its proud Welsh heritage.

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Technical specifications

PropertyRating
Rated Normal Current630A, 1250A, 2000A
Rated Voltage (ur)12kV
Rated Frequency (fr)50Hz
Rated BIL95kV pk
Rated Power Frequency Withstand38kV 1 min
Rated Short-Time Withstand Current25kA rms 3 secs
Rated peak making current (lk)62.5kA
Ratings for internal arc classification (IAC)
Type of accessibility
Rated three-phase arc fault values: current (IA) and duration (tA)
AF/AFL (optional) 25kA for 1 sec
Rated Short Circuit Breaking Current25kA
Degree of ProtectionIP4X
Single Capacitor Bank Breaking Current400A*
Circuit Breaker ClassificationE2**, S1, C2*
Auxiliary Operating Supply110V DC
Busbars Normal CurrentUp to 2000A
Typical Weight500-700kg
Ambient Air Temperature-5˚C to +40˚C
Relative Humidity<95%
Altitude<1000m
Mechanical EnduranceM2, 10,000 operations
*2000A not yet available
** non auto-reclose for 2000A only

Key benefits

Compact design
Ease of maintenance
Improved operator safety
Diversification of energy
Custom solutions
Award-winning technology

Switchgear services

From initial system analysis, to design, engineering, supply, installation, commissioning and upgrades of equipment through to repurposing or decommissioning. We provide lifecycle management and support.

Careers

Intern – Oliver

“I wanted to feel the heat of working in a realenvironment. I wanted to feel the pressure of deadlines. I got both on my BRUSH internship.”

Oliver would 100% recommend that other undergraduates seriously consider a
placement at BRUSH. He spent his year helping build a system to monitor
generators the size of buildings on a project that enabled him to develop his
software and cloud skills as well as his knowledge of engineering.


“I went to lots of meetings and met loads of different engineers during my placement,’ Oliver says. ‘It showed me that everyone’s really friendly at BRUSH and they want to help you learn.”

Oliver took the placement because he wanted to experience what working life was really like so he’d be ready for it when he finished his studies.

“I wanted to feel the heat and the pressure of deadlines,’ he says. ‘And thanks to my time at BRUSH, now I know what to expect.”

Among the many areas in which he feels he’s developed, it’s his presentation skills that have come on the most.

“I used to be scared of presenting,’ he admits. ‘But now it feels more like just a conversation standing up!”

Careers

Meet Catherine

“I like that I was not micro-managed. I was given autonomy and trusted to do things. And there are people you can call on to help if you need it.”

Catherine is living proof that undergraduates don’t need an engineering background to find their ideal challenge at BRUSH. She was an Economics and Chinese Studies undergraduate who discovered that her placement gave her an opportunity to work in an area that would positively impact sustainability.

“I liked the idea of working on something to do with the environment,” she says. ”Something that would have a big impact.”

In 2022, BRUSH gave Catherine the chance to experience multiple areas of the business, including sales, marketing and finance. But it was her time with the sustainability team that really captured her interest.

Catherine had split her time between working at home and on-site and discovered that her lack of engineering knowledge didn’t hold her back. ‘I’ve learned a lot,’ she confirms. “And the feedback I’ve got for the work I’ve done has been very rewarding.”

Careers

Meet Benny

“My time at BRUSH has been hugely beneficial to my career aspirations and personal development.”

Benny, an Aerospace Engineering undergraduate from the University of Nottingham, had heard that BRUSH was a great company to work for. And after a really good interview and finding out more about the project he’d be working on, he started his internship in 2021.

“I liked that BRUSH advertised specifics about what I’d be doing during the placement,’” he says.

And even though the role evolved over the year, Benny found he could develop his passion for project management.

“I was responsible for helping design a cooling system for a generator part, and for ensuring the project was completed successfully and on time. I like collaborating with people and bringing things together, so this was ideal for me.”

Benny developed and presented a solution that’s due to be tested in the Czech Republic later in 2022, and he hopes to go out there to be involved in the testing.

“If it goes well, my idea could be used in actual generators. That’s really exciting and shows how much I’ve learnt on my placement at BRUSH. I’ve learned technical stuff, project management and how to professionally communicate with people. If you like the sound of the BRUSH placement project, I’d definitely go for it.”

Internships at Brush

If you’re looking to experience what working life is really like in an inspiring, friendly and challenging environment, look to BRUSH.

Careers

Meet Sofia

“I really appreciated being able to develop my CFD software skills during my internship at BRUSH. I’ll use this in my last year at Uni and beyond.”

Meet Sofia, one of our interns in 2022. Sofia has expanded her technical knowledge, learned “engineering lingo”, and taken her time and project management skills to the next level on her year-long Mechanical Engineering internship at BRUSH.

Sofia joined BRUSH as an intern in Mechanical Engineering in July 2021 while at the University of Nottingham, having been told about BRUSH by her placements tutor: One of the things that made the BRUSH internship stand out from others for Sofia was how in the advertisement, it gave a step-by-step breakdown of what interns would be working on, month-to-month. “That was perfect for me,” she says. “I like to have a plan!”

“I was responsible for helping design a cooling system for a generator part, and for ensuring the project was completed successfully and on time. I like speaking to people and bringing things together, so this was ideal for me.”

Sofia started her internship while the pandemic was still limiting the number of people who could work in the office. But she still got to meet plenty of engineers who were eager to share their knowledge and give her encouragement.

”It’s really helped to have been able to talk with them face-to-face and learn the right ‘lingo’’ she says.

“BRUSH is clearly a leader in what they do. You really get to see the high-quality products that are developed here. I’d definitely recommend BRUSH internships to people who want to get into anything electrical or power generation related.”

Internships at Brush

If you’re looking to experience what working life is really like in an inspiring, friendly and challenging environment, look to BRUSH.