Our Services

Turnkey design, installation and lifecycle support.

HV Construction

Within the Hardtech Construction division, we specialise in the complete design and build of new LV and HV systems up to 33kV. We offer our clients a seamless, in-house experience for planning, design, and full construction - all under one roof, backed by over ten years of expertise in substation infrastructure, pre-adoption, and securing energisation approvals with DNO and IDNO.

HV Connections

At Hardtech HV Connections, we're focused on one thing: making your infrastructure projects feel effortless. Whether you need a simple Low Voltage (LV) connection or building a High Voltage (HV) primary substation, we handle the entire project lifecycle, from initial estimate to final energisation.

Renewables

Discover our HVO offering, alongside the tailored solutions we deliver across solar, EV infrastructure, and a wide range of energy services - designed to support your transition to more efficient energy.

HV Service & Maintenance

Hardtech provides comprehensive maintenance solutions tailored to your site's needs, covering everything from routine inspections and preventative maintenance to expert fault diagnosis and rapid emergency repairs.

Testimonials

I can honestly say I have never worked with a more efficient, competent and conscientious electrical team, in particular on such a large package...

Mark Bibby

Farrington Park & Victorian Plumbing

The measure of any contractor is how they respond when things don't go to plan, Hardtech ES – North West (Previously Cronshaw Electrical) have never let us down, often putting commercial aspects to one side to ensure project deadlines are achieved.

Paul McConnell

ITV Studios

Hardtech Engineering Services – North West (Previously Cronshaw Electrical) have been very approachable and professional... I know we didn't make it easy for you, but without you, we would not have opened on time. You have gone above and beyond.

Olivier Foucre

Crow Wood Hotel & Spa

The installation of the above systems was completed on time and to the requirements laid out in the UB Electrical standards.

M.Hill

McVities Project Engineer

The project was completed on time and to a high standard, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Hardtech ES - North (previously PK Engineering) for their efforts and look forward to working with them again in the near future.

Ben Clark

Carr’s Senior Project Manager

The installation and commissioning of the new system provided a number of difficult challenges but all work was completed to the agreed requirements and all snags dealt with promptly and efficiently.

Mike Hill

McVities Project Engineer

Hardtech ES - North (previously PK Engineering) supplied control panels and advanced control systems for the first of three installations at Manchester’s Jaffa Cake Plant, securing further phases through their technical capability and reliable delivery.

Robert F McCartney

UB UK Group Central Engineering

The level of service and commitment from Hardtech ES - North (previously PK Engineering) was second to none, with the project hitting all milestones and completing on time and within budget.

Ian Pipes

Engineering Manager, Cavaghan and Gray Carlisle

Hardtech ES - North (formerly PK Engineering) has delivered high-quality M&E services across sensitive occupied housing projects in Carlisle, consistently showing strong collaboration, reliability, and a proactive problem-solving approach, making them a trusted long-term partner.

Phillip Rheinbach

Managing Director, Top Notch Contractors Ltd

We have used the services of Hardtech ES - North (previously PK Engineering) on numerous occasions over the past 10 years, and we continue to use their services in the knowledge that their work will always be completed to the same high standard

Malcolm Wilson OBE

M-Sport Ltd

Hardtech delivered the project at Lanercost Priory with professionalism and care, respecting the building’s character, ongoing services and visitors, while ensuring all work was completed to scope with a considerate and well-managed approach.

Rod Allon-Smith

Vicar, Lanercost Priory

Hardtech ES - North (previously PK Engineering) acted as principal electrical contractor on the High Output Operations Base in Carlisle, delivering a high standard of work with a proactive approach and playing a key role in a project nominated for a Network Rail Award.

Jonathan Moran BEng (Hons)

Site Agent, Buckingham Group Contracting

Just wanted to say you have some very good people working for you who are both professional and very willing. They've been excellent throughout the build at BMW and very helpful towards the end helping us move back in.

Craig Bowers

Head of Business of Lloyd Carlisle BMW

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