Thursday 3rd October we attended the CBRE UK 2024 event. This is a 1 day event where businesses come together at Old Billingsgate London. Thank you to our new and existing customers that called by our stand, it was great to see you all.
Category: Internal News
Steve Owen Apprenticeship
Today we focus on celebrating the achievements of our people.
A huge congratulations goes to Steve Owen. Steve started working for AF Switchgear in January 2014, he joined the team as a semi-skilled electrical fitter. In late 2018, he was offered the opportunity to take on an apprenticeship.
In January 2019 Steve started at Vision West Notts College, completing a Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering.
January 2021 Steve started his Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and in June 2024 he completed the apprenticeship and achieved his qualification.
“The apprenticeship transformed me into a more confident and capable worker. It sparked a passion for lifelong learning and positioned me as a role model for other adult apprentices. It’s never too late to invest in personal growth and strive for excellence.” Steve Owen.
Paul Garrard 25 year Service Award
⭐️ 25-Year Employee Milestone Award 🏆
We are proud to celebrate and recognise Paul Garrard for his remarkable 25 years of dedicated service to AF Switchgear.
Paul began his career with us as an Apprentice in August 1999, shortly after finishing school. After completing his apprenticeship in 2003, he worked as an Electrical Fitter for two years before earning the title of Approved Electrical Fitter in 2005.
In 2018, Paul was promoted to Team Leader, and as of September 1st, 2024, he assumed the role of Production Manager.
Congratulations, Paul, and thank you for your outstanding commitment and contribution to AF Switchgear over the past 25 years!
DCD Data Center Connect Event 2024
This week saw representatives from AF Switchgear attend DataCentreConnect Data Center Dynamics two-day event. This event brings together 3,350 senior decision-makers from across EMEA’s data center ecosystem at London’s Business Design Centre.
The focus of the first day was on targeted networking in small groups with both existing and prospective clients, fostering relationships, engaging in Q&A sessions, and sharing best practices among industry leaders.
AF Switchgear was honoured to participate in the Tech Exchange Session, where Harry Foster Sales Manager and Stuart Garnham Sales Director had the opportunity to present our business and host a Live Q&A on the innovative technology and services we provide.
Apprentice Intake 2024
Last week, we welcomed the latest cohort of Apprentices to the AF Switchgear Group Apprenticeship Scheme, now entering its 43rd year in 2024—a milestone we are incredibly proud of.
This year, we have enrolled nine Apprentices in our Electrical Panel Builder programme and two in our Fabrication Welders programme.
Each Apprentice will undergo four days a week of ‘on-the-job’ training at our Nottinghamshire headquarters, working closely with a dedicated mentor, and one day a week of ‘off-the-job’ training at Vision West Notts College.
We extend our best wishes to all our apprentices for a successful journey ahead.
AF Switchgear 50th Party
🥳 At the end of July we celebrated our 50th Anniversary in true AF Switchgear style with a huge party for all employees plus partners.
We had a marquee on site, a band, caterers, bars, magicians, caricaturist, 360 photo booth and lots more.
A great day was enjoyed by all and the weather was perfect. ☀️
AF 50th Celebrations
50th Anniversary Celebrations
🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of AF Switchgear 🎉
On 1st August 2024, to finish the anniversary celebrations, Harry & Sandra Foster held a dinner for all current and previous directors 50 years to the day since they incorporated the company on 1st August 1974.
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50th Anniversary Newsletter
🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence! 🎉
As many of you know, this year marks a significant milestone for us as we celebrate 50 years of innovation, dedication, and service in the electrical switchgear industry. Since our founding in 1974, AF Switchgear has been committed to providing top-quality products and solutions to meet the ever-evolving needs of our clients.
Over the past five decades, we have grown from a small startup to a leading name in the industry, thanks to the hard work and passion of our incredible team and the unwavering support of our valued customers and partners.
As we reflect on our journey, we are proud of the achievements and advancements we’ve made. From pioneering new technologies to setting industry standards, our mission has always been to deliver excellence and reliability.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of our story. Here’s to the next 50 years of innovation and success together!
Click here to read your copy 50th Newsletter
Ramsdale Park Golf Club Charity Event 13th July 2024
Last Saturday 13th July AF Switchgear supported Ramsdale Park Golf Club Captains Annual Charity Day with 6 teams entered (24 players).
The day comprised of teams competing in a fourball Stableford format with the best two from four to score on each hole. Well done to one of our AF Switchgear teams who finished in third place.
Thanks to Club Captain Dene Parsons and Club President Danny Harkin who is the main charity organiser for the event.
A charity auction was held in the evening, this year the charities supported are Emmanuel House and Base 51.
The club has raised over £300,000 since this event started approximately 20 years ago.
E2E Tech 100
E2E Tech 100 recognises the top 100 tech business leaders contributing substantially to the Uk economy.
We are super proud to announce that Mark Nutt on behalf of AF Switchgear has come in at No 77.
This is a fantastic achievement by the team and timely recognition for all of our hard work in what is our 50th Anniversary year.
E2E 100 is a significant initiative designed to showcase the very best British companies that are excelling, experiencing consistent growth, and presenting disruptive business strategies creating an impact not just in their own sector, but also on a nationwide and in some cases a global scale.
