Business Details
18 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Industrial Drive Solutions
Established in 2008, K2 Drives & Controls operates from Watford, Hertfordshire, specialising in motor control systems and inverter solutions. Our team holds over 100 years of collective expertise in AC/DC drives, with Danfoss-trained engineers delivering installation, commissioning, and maintenance services across HVAC, Food & Beverage, and Water & Waste sectors. As an official Danfoss distributor and Southern Area Service Partner, we provide 24/7 technical support, preventative maintenance contracts, and nationwide emergency response. Our warehouse stocks critical inverter components, ensuring rapid replacements.We serve Facilities Management companies, hospitals, and data centres, prioritising energy efficiency and system uptime. Our engineers hold Chartered status and undergo factory training, while our scalable service contracts cater to both planned and reactive maintenance needs. We specialise in power quality assessments, harmonic analysis, and energy-saving retrofits, adhering to G5/4-1 compliance standards. Our client-focused approach combines technical excellence with transparent communication, ensuring tailored solutions for complex industrial applications.
Services
Installation
Commissioning
Technical Support
Service Contracts
Power Quality Assessments
HVAC Maintenance
Emergency Repairs
Panel Building
Drive Retrofits
Energy Audits
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 nationwide technical support and emergency response.
- Our engineers hold Danfoss factory training and Chartered status.
- We provide preventative maintenance contracts with flexible coverage options.
- We specialise in energy-saving retrofits for HVAC and industrial systems.
- Our warehouse stocks critical inverter components for rapid replacements.
Services
Industrial Drive Solutions
We supply and service Danfoss VLT and VACON drives for industrial applications. Our solutions optimise energy efficiency and system uptime across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and process industries. Engineers provide on-site installation and commissioning.
HVAC System Maintenance
Specialist maintenance for air conditioning systems in commercial buildings and hospitals. We ensure optimal performance of compressors and chillers through preventative maintenance contracts and emergency repairs.
Power Quality Assessments
We conduct harmonic analysis and G5/4-1 compliance checks for industrial sites. Our reports identify power network issues caused by inverter loads and recommend remedial measures.
Emergency Repairs
24/7 response for urgent drive failures. We offer same-day callouts and new-for-old replacements up to 90kW, minimising downtime for critical operations.
Service Contracts
Customisable preventative maintenance agreements with annual inspections and parameter optimisation. Contracts include reactive support options for planned and unplanned downtime scenarios.
People
Peter Golebiowski
Director
Chartered Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in AC/DC drives. Oversees operations including sales, service, and installation. Factory-trained on Danfoss products.
Ken Kansara
Senior Engineer
40+ years specialising in Danfoss inverters. Expert in VLT5000/6000 maintenance and repair. Factory-certified with deep technical knowledge.
Graham Lockyer
Business Manager
Chartered Electrical Engineer with 40 years in sales and drives industry. Manages client accounts and technical sales operations.
Martin Putman
Project Manager
30+ years in HVAC and industrial drives. Leads panel design and build projects. Former Cortina Electric engineer with medium voltage expertise.
Guy Kennett
Technical Manager
40 years in AC motors and drives. Specialises in energy-saving installations for quarry and refrigeration applications. Oversees project design and implementation.
Questions
What industries do K2 Drives serve?
We serve HVAC, Food & Beverage, Water & Waste, pharmaceuticals, data centres, and manufacturing sectors with motor control solutions.
Are you an authorised Danfoss service provider?
Yes, we are an official Danfoss distributor and Southern Area Service Partner with factory-trained engineers.
Do you offer emergency support?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency repairs and new-for-old replacements up to 90kW.
Can you service older inverter models?
Yes, we specialise in upgrading legacy systems and converting old inverters to modern replacements.
Do you provide preventative maintenance contracts?
Yes, we offer customisable service agreements with annual inspections and reactive support options.
How quickly can you respond to service calls?
We reach most Southern England locations within 3 hours and offer same-day callouts at extra cost.
