Utilities & Industrial
Transmissions painting and maintenance
Proven Transmission Expertise
With nationwide experience, our transmission specialists deliver reliable maintenance, restoration, and preventative solutions for leading utility providers.
Advanced Technical Training
Operatives undergo frequent, in-depth training including working at great heights, operating around high and low voltage power lines, and technical understanding.
Commitment to Excellence
Every project is completed to the highest standards, prioritising safety, efficient delivery, and consistent quality by our fully certified professionals.
Specialist Application Methods
We apply specialist materials, coatings, and cleaning systems using industry-approved tools to ensure long-lasting protection.
Trusted by Major Utilities
Our services are relied on by key UK utility providers, consistently meeting unique operational and compliance requirements.
Featured Project
National Grid
Planned Maintenance
CLC’s National Grid-authorised team safely paint 201,000 m2 of steelwork on 310,400 275kV towers and substations (2024.)
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Other Sectors Served
From small projects to large contracts, we work with our clients to deliver a personal service that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations.
Blue Light
Defence
Education
Healthcare
Heritage
Hotel & Leisure
Retail & Commercial
Social Housing
Utilities & Industrial
Axis experts conduct a high volume of works including (including full conversions, M&E, perimeter works and security installations) to UK-wide police and fire stations.
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Axis’ especially-vetted teams protect and maintain critical defence infrastructure buildings including barracks, training centres and Service Families homes and accommodation.
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In UK schools, colleges and universities, Axis operates to tight educational time scales, refurbishing facilities and accommodation and prioritising safety and functionality.
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Axis upgrades NHS buildings and grounds, and wards and clinics – as well as NHS staff accommodation – prioritising patient, staff and resident confidentiality, comfort and safety.
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Axis’ award-winning heritage teams conserve and preserve Listed buildings of historical and architectural significance, maintaining modern functionality as well as original aesthetics.
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Hotels, holiday centres, bars and sports clubs benefit from Axis’ carefully staged maintenance, refurbishment and repairs programmmes which enhance aesthetics, comfort and practicality.
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Axis’ fit out, refurbishment and maintenance services create inspiring, practical office buildings shops and shopping centres, enhancing occupant/visitor experience.
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Keeping residents’ homes safe and comfortable through our extensive repairs and maintenance programmes, our partners include the UK’s largest landlords and providers of social housing.
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Axis’ specialist Utilities repairs teams work in challenging environments protecting and futureproofing industrial assets including telecommunication towers and masts.
Find out moreUtilities & Industrial FAQs
What services does the group offer in the utilities and industrial sector?
- We offer a broad range of utilities and industrial [link to Utilities Page] services including:
- Repairs and maintenance for telecommunication towers, substations, railways, bridges, and highways
- Steel restoration and application of specialist coatings to futureproof assets
- Cleaning and protection of industrial structures using advanced techniques
- Installation and maintenance of safety equipment like anti-climb devices, step bolts, and safety signage
- National Grid-authorised work, including painting transmission towers and maintaining high-voltage infrastructure
- In-house training for rigorous technical, safety, and quality standards
- Expertise in working at heights and near high and low-voltage power lines
What are the challenges of working on utilities and industrial assets?
Working on utilities and industrial assets poses significant risks, such as exposure to high-voltage power lines and the danger of falls when working at height.
Environmental hazards, including extreme weather, can complicate projects. Additionally, handling heavy equipment and toxic materials, like industrial coatings, requires strict safety protocols. The team mitigates these risks through in-house training, safety equipment, and compliance with rigorous industry standards.
Where are the utilities and industrial repairs works conducted?
The team works on a diverse range of assets, including telecommunication towers, electrical substations, transmission towers, and rail infrastructure.
They also repair and maintain bridges, highways, and other vital national infrastructure assets.
Why are steel restoration and specialist coatings important for industrial assets?
Steel restoration and specialist coatings protect industrial assets from corrosion and environmental damage, extending their lifespan and reducing maintenance costs.
The transmissions division employs advanced techniques in Pylon painting to futureproof these structures, so they remain functional and safe for decades.
Why does the utilities industry need our group’s industrial and utilities expertise?
The utility industry faces aging infrastructure, requiring constant repair and upgrades to maintain operational efficiency. The transition to renewable energy sources introduces complexities in integrating new technologies with existing systems.
Furthermore, stringent safety, environmental, and compliance regulations demand continuous oversight. Workforce shortages and the need for skilled personnel also challenge the industry, alongside unpredictable weather conditions impacting assets like transmission towers and substations.
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