Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert LEV Systems and Air Pollution Control Solutions
Established in May 2000, McCarthy Environmental Ltd has built an enviable reputation as a nationwide specialist provider of air pollution control solutions. Our expertise spans the design, supply, installation, testing, and maintenance of fixed and portable LEV systems tailored to meet bespoke requirements across industry, education, and commercial workplaces. All system designers are qualified to BOHS P602 standards, with installation teams holding the latest certifications for safe working practices. The company maintains CHAS accreditation and employs LEV test engineers qualified to BOHS P601 standards, ensuring compliance with HSE requirements. We offer a comprehensive range of services including occupational hygiene monitoring, scheduled maintenance programs, emergency repairs, and supply of spare parts. Partnering with leading manufacturers like ESTA, Dustcontrol, and BOFA, we provide cost-effective turnkey solutions for dust, fume, and oil mist extraction. Our commitment to innovation combines high-performance systems with low cost of ownership, supporting sustainability goals through energy-efficient designs that reduce CO2 emissions and noise pollution. With headquarters in Northampton, we serve mainland UK, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, and Republic of Ireland. Our vision focuses on delivering quality solutions while continuously investing in people and services to exceed health and safety legislation requirements.
Services
LEV System Design
LEV Installation
LEV Testing
Dust Extraction
Fume Extraction
Served areas
- Engineering,Schools/Universities/Colleges,Electronics Industries,Food Processing/Bakeries,Motor Service Industry/Fire Stations,Plastics Industries,Hospitals, Furniture Manufacturing, Boat Building, Fabrication Workshops, Pet Food companies
Details
- Year established: 2000
- Employees: 10
Highlights and features
- Installations to control:
- Weld Fume
- Solder Fume
- Corrosive Fumes
- Plasma Fume
- Flour & Foodstuffs
- Vehicle Exhaust Fume
- Rubber Fumes/Dusts
- UPVC/Plastics Fumes
- Wood Dusts
- Grinding/Fettling
- GRP Fumes/Dusts
- Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems (LEV)
- LEV Training
- Ducting
- Extraction systems
- ESTA suppliers
Associations and certifications
- BESA
- CHAS
- Members of NIA
- Members of Composites UK
- BOHS Affiliated
Payment methods
- Credit cards, Financing available, Debit cards, Mobile payments, Checks
Services
LEV System Design
Full LEV design consultation from concept to final specification, including 2D/3D modelling for competitive tendering. Our engineers create tailored solutions meeting COSHH Regulation 9 requirements while optimising energy efficiency and compliance with HSG258 standards. Bespoke designs accommodate ATEX, W3, and HEPA filtration requirements across industrial applications.
LEV Installation
Professional LEV system installation by BOHS-certified engineers with full competency certificates. We implement fixed and portable extraction systems to highest safety standards, ensuring seamless integration with existing workplace infrastructure while maintaining compliance with current health and safety legislation across multiple industry sectors.
LEV Testing
Comprehensive LEV system testing to COSHH Regulation 9 requirements, conducted by BOHS P601-qualified engineers. Our testing services verify system performance, ensure ongoing compliance, and identify maintenance requirements to protect workforce health while maintaining HSE regulatory standards across all industrial extraction applications.
Dust Extraction
Specialist dust extraction solutions for industrial environments, including cyclone separators and centralised systems. We provide complete dust control packages from leading manufacturers like ESTA and Dustcontrol, with bespoke engineering options for high-volume particulate applications in manufacturing and machining operations.
Fume Extraction
Advanced fume extraction systems for welding and industrial processes, including downdraught benches and on-torch solutions. Our systems meet latest HSE requirements for mild steel welding fume classification, featuring high-efficiency filtration and energy-saving designs that reduce operational costs by up to 30%.
Questions
What LEV services do you offer?
We provide full LEV lifecycle services including system design, installation, testing, maintenance, and emergency repairs. Our solutions cover dust, fume, and oil mist extraction across industrial, educational, and commercial sectors.
Are your engineers certified?
Yes, our engineers hold BOHS P601/P602 qualifications and current competency certificates. We maintain CHAS accreditation and regularly update training to meet latest HSE standards.
Do you offer nationwide service?
We operate nationwide across the UK including Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, and Republic of Ireland with both scheduled and emergency service options available.
What industries do you serve?
We work across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, education, and commercial sectors. Specific applications include welding fume extraction, CNC machining oil mist control, and laboratory ventilation systems.
Can you help with compliance requirements?
Yes, our LEV systems ensure compliance with COSHH Regulation 9 and HSG258 standards. We provide testing documentation and maintenance contracts to maintain ongoing regulatory compliance.
Do you supply LEV equipment?
We partner with leading manufacturers including ESTA, Dustcontrol, BOFA, and Nederman to supply ATEX, W3, and HEPA-compliant LEV equipment tailored to specific application requirements.