Episode 5

AVK Controls: The Intelligence Behind Energy Solutions

Date
23 February 2026
Author
AVK
Duration
19 mins

It’s time to shine the light on a pivotal part of AVK – Controls. Over a game of pool, our host Jake learns all about our Controls department from Andy T, Andy L, and Liam, from the growth of the team to the importance of investment in new talent.

Key topics

From our hub in Lenham, our Controls team works diligently to turn conceptual designs into reliable electrical control systems. From the history of our AVK Controls team to their importance in the wider AVK network, learn all about the department by watching the full episode.

Key topics covered in this episode are:

 

  • The intricacies of Controls – capabilities and responsibilities.
  • The history of the AVK Controls department.
  • Growth within the industry – from encountering two generators on site, to 52.
  • The importance of testing in a controlled environment and the benefit impact this can have on our clients.
  • Investing in new talent and skillsets, broadening the talent pool for the industry.
  • Our emphasis on being the turn-key solution for a client, offering the entire power train in-house.

 

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