About MASK Control Systems |
UK Industrial Automation Engineers
MASK Control Systems is a UK-based industrial automation and control engineering company, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cullompton, Devon.
We design, build, install, and support bespoke automation systems for manufacturers across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. From PLC programming and electrical control panel design to full turnkey machine builds and systems integration, we deliver complete engineering solutions under one roof.
Our clients include some of the most demanding organisations in the world, including the UK Ministry of Defence, Babcock, Alstom, Emirates, Etihad, Hydro, Varitas Marine, and several leading UK universities.
End-to-End Automation Engineering
We are not a reseller. We are an engineering company.
Every project we take on is handled by our in-house team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, working together from the first consultation through to long-term support. This means one accountable partner, one point of contact, and no handoffs between contractors.
Bespoke Machine Design & Build
Turnkey mechanical and electrical fabrication of custom production machinery, feeding augers, and specialized test rigs.
Multi-Platform PLC Programming
Deterministic control logic programmed across Siemens, Mitsubishi, Unitronics, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, and Omron platforms.
HMI & SCADA Development
Intuitive operator interfaces, real-time telemetry dashboards, and auditable production tracking systems.
Electrical Control Panel Manufacture
In-house panel design and fabrication to BS EN 61439 standards, with complete CAD electrical schematics.
Systems Integration & Industrial Comms
Unified fieldbus networking via PROFINET, Modbus TCP, CC-Link IE, and EtherNet/IP, bridging shop-floor machines to MES.
Remote Monitoring & Cloud Telemetry
Secure, air-gapped industrial connectivity for predictive asset monitoring, historical logging, and remote diagnostic triage.
Legacy PLC Upgrades & Migrations
Risk-mitigated modernization of obsolete PLCs and drives with drop-in I/O conversions and zero production disruptions.
Installation, Commissioning & SAT
On-site mechanical placement, electrical wiring termination, live loop testing, and structured operator handover.
Ongoing Servicing & Breakdown Support
Rapid-response emergency breakdown diagnosis, preventative maintenance agreements, and complete spare parts management.
We have the engineering depth, workshop space, and multi-disciplinary staff to deliver it on schedule.
Built on Engineering, Not Sales
MASK Control Systems was established in 2013 with a straightforward goal: to provide manufacturers with the kind of high-quality, bespoke automation engineering that had previously only been accessible to large-scale operations.
Over the past 13 years, we have grown into a trusted engineering partner for manufacturers across multiple industries and three continents. Our work spans food and FMCG, aerospace and defense, medical device manufacturing, marine, automotive, and logistics.
We are based in Mid Devon, one of the most manufacturing-dense regions in the UK, and we carry a strong understanding of the operational realities facing UK manufacturers today: skills shortages, legacy equipment, rising energy costs, and the pressure to do more with less.
That understanding shapes everything we build.
From our headquarters in Cullompton, we oversee CAD schematics, in-house panel assembly, programming, and rigorous Factory Acceptance Testing before any system departs for site deployment.
Certified to the Highest Industry Standards
Our certifications reflect a commitment to quality, accuracy, and safety that runs through every project we deliver:
ISO 9001 - Quality Management
Ensures consistent, high-quality processes across every stage of our engineering work, from initial schematic drafts through to final manufacturing, FAT validation, and on-site commissioning.
ISO 17020 - Inspection Standards
Demonstrates our capability to perform professional inspection and evaluation services with certified accuracy, technical impartiality, and complete documentation reliability.
ISO 17025 - Testing & Calibration
Confirms our technical competence in electrical testing and calibration, ensuring sensor accuracy, instrument precision, and compliance with stringent laboratory and industrial requirements.
SME UK Enterprise Award
Recognised for excellence in industrial automation and engineering services, honoring our technical leadership, bespoke solutions, and 13-year track record supporting UK manufacturing.
A Different Kind of Engineering Partner
UK manufacturers choose MASK Control Systems because we combine deep technical capability with commercial pragmatism and complete transparency:
Vendor Independent
We are not tied to any single PLC manufacturer or technology platform. We recommend and build with whatever is right for your process, whether that is Siemens, Mitsubishi, Unitronics, Allen-Bradley, or Omron.
Full Project Lifecycle
From initial feasibility through to years of post-installation support, we remain your engineering partner. There is no handoff to a third-party service team or disconnected subcontractors.
Integration with Existing Systems
Not every project starts from scratch. We have extensive experience integrating with and upgrading legacy automation equipment, minimising disruption to live, ongoing production.
Regulated Environments Expertise
Our work in aerospace and defence, medical manufacturing, and calibration-critical applications means we are deeply familiar with the documentation, traceability, and compliance requirements sectors demand.
The Right Size & Direct Engagement
Large enough to deliver complex, multi-disciplinary automation projects. Focused enough to remain genuinely responsive, accessible, and technically engaged at every stage.
Direct Access to Engineering Experts
No sales commission reps. You talk directly with systems engineers who review your schematics, understand your PLC tags, and take personal responsibility for line uptime.
Engineering Experience Across Demanding Sectors
Each sector brings its own standards, terminology, and operational pressures. We work to understand them before we start designing:
Food and FMCG
High-speed packaging, hygienic washdown control cabinets, pasteurization telemetry, and batching systems.
Aerospace and Defence
AS9100/DEFCON aligned safety PLC programming, ground support equipment, and full ECO code traceability.
Medical and Pharmaceutical
Validated clean-room automation, GAMP 5 documentation, 21 CFR Part 11 audit trails, and precise batch control.
Marine and Offshore
Corrosion-resistant IP66/IP67 enclosures, vessel telemetry, ballast monitoring, and harsh environment reliability.
Automotive (Tier 2 & 3)
Repeatable assembly cells, cycle time optimization, IATF 16949 compliance, and robotic integration.
Logistics and Warehousing
High-throughput conveyor routing, automated guided vehicles (AGV), sorters, and warehouse management systems.
Higher Education & Research
Specialist test rigs, sensor calibration arrays, and prototype research machinery for leading UK universities.
Based in Devon.
Deployed Worldwide.
Our primary manufacturing and engineering facility is located at:
Unit 11, Simmonds Place, Kingsmill Industrial Estate,
Cullompton, Devon, EX15 1BS, United Kingdom
From this base, we support projects across the UK, with particular strength across the South West, South Wales, and the Midlands.
We also deliver, commission, and support automation systems in Europe, the Middle East, and international markets where high-integrity British engineering is demanded.
South West & South Wales
Rapid same-day response across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Bristol, and South Wales manufacturing corridors.
Midlands Engineering Hub
Dedicated regional support for automotive Tier 2/3 suppliers and heavy manufacturing throughout Birmingham and the West Midlands.
UK Nationwide Coverage
Turnkey installations, machine upgrades, and scheduled preventative servicing delivered across England, Wales, and Scotland.
International Deployments
Commissioning engineers dispatched for on-site SAT across Europe, Middle Eastern aviation hubs, and North American plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions manufacturers and procurement teams ask about MASK Control Systems:
What sets MASK Control Systems apart from traditional panel builders?
Can MASK support projects outside of the South West and Midlands?
Are your engineering practices aligned with regulated industry standards?
Do you upgrade legacy PLC systems or only build new machines?
Which PLC and automation platforms do you specialize in?
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
Whether you are planning a new production line, facing a legacy system upgrade, or dealing with an immediate breakdown, our engineering team is ready to help.