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EnergyAce has once again secured Alcumus SafeContractor accreditation, reaffirming our long-running commitment to health, safety, and ethical compliance.  

This independent verification reduces the paperwork clients need to do when approving suppliers and gives procurement teams confidence that our systems and people meet recognised industry standards. 

The Accreditation Proves Our Health and Safety Systems Work 

SafeContractor is a third-party contractor accreditation scheme that checks businesses against a standard set of safety, competence, and compliance criteria, including policies, risk assessments, competencies, and evidence of appropriate insurance.  

For clients, that means much of the pre-qualification work is already complete and documented.  

This Makes It Faster for Clients to Approve Us 

We work across manufacturing, commercial estates, and public-sector sites where supplier assurance is non-negotiable.  

Holding SafeContractor accreditation shortens onboarding, lowers supply-chain risk, and makes it simpler for facilities teams and procurement to accept EnergyAce as a verified supplier. That saves time and reduces administrative friction on every project we deliver. 

We Have Delivered Safe, Measurable Results for Over Two Decades 

EnergyAce has been delivering guaranteed energy savings since 2002, manufacturing and installing Energy Saving Systems for industrial, commercial, and residential clients worldwide. Maintaining SafeContractor approval for more than 20 years reflects the same operational rigour we bring to our technical work. 

The SafeContractor process reviews our health and safety management, site-operational controls, training records, and evidence of risk-based working procedures. It also aligns with PAS 91 pre-qualification standards used by many public clients, giving our customers a single, recognised benchmark for supplier competence. 

SafeContractor is a valuable badge we wear with pride! 

We’re proud to announce that following the publication of our latest financial accounts, we can be officially considered market leaders in the UK for energy saving and power quality solutions like Voltage Optimisation, Voltage Stabilisers, Power Factor Correction, and Active Harmonic Filtration.

Our multi-award-winning company was incorporated in 2002, and since then, we’ve built on our foundations of sound engineering practice, excellent quality products and first-class customer service.

We’re grateful to our customers, both old and new, whose support put us in our enviable position and although we’re immensely proud, we remain humble in serving our worldwide customer base.

Our appreciation also goes out to our valued employees who have embraced the changes required to manage such accelerated growth. Such an increase in size can be difficult but hiring good people, implementing logical processes and innovative systems has paid off massively.

Our growth journey would have been much more difficult if it wasn’t for the ECA (Electrical Contractors Association), the Goldman Sachs 10KSB business development programme and MMU. These brilliant organisations helped kick start our growth awareness back in 2013 and have shaped EnergyAce as it is today.

A big thank you goes out to the following:

• Gordon Iverson (Our first employee!)
• Roy Outram (Our first customer)
• Liz Gorb, MMU Business School
• Tim Iles, Business Growth Coach
• Jonathan Lawson, MMU & Goldman Sachs 10KSB lead
• Adrian Stores, MMU & Goldman Sachs 10KSB (Marketing & Support)
• Lily Newman, MMU & Goldman Sachs 10KSB (Behavioural Strategist and Leadership Consultant)
• Jim Johnson, Sharon Roberts, Steve Murray, Mark Giardelli, Jim Keenan, and all at the ECA
• John Hogan (Business Development, Strategist & Support)
• My fellow Directors and all my fellow alumni for their unwavering support.

Thank you to all our supporters. Shoot for the stars and you just might hit the moon!

We’re proud to announce we’ve been shortlisted as a finalist for the Manufacturing Business of the Year award at the prestigious Wigan Borough Business Awards 2025. 

This award is in recognition of our commitment to innovation, excellence in manufacturing, and ongoing contribution to both local industry and sustainability efforts across the UK. 

Our nomination follows a rigorous selection process involving a detailed written entry and an in-depth interview with a judging panel. Being chosen as a finalist, especially given the outstanding competition this year, is testament to the dedication and hard work of everyone at EnergyAce. 

EnergyAce Managing Director Gary Vizard commented:
“Being shortlisted for Manufacturing Business of the Year is a fantastic achievement for the whole team. It reflects our relentless focus on quality, continuous innovation, and genuine dedication to helping UK businesses achieve their net-zero targets. We’re excited to represent the very best of manufacturing excellence at the awards evening.” 

The Wigan Borough Business Awards celebrate businesses making a significant impact locally and nationally, and we’re honoured to be among those recognised. As previous winners of notable national awards, including the ECA Contractor of the Year and the BIBAs Business of the Year, we’re proud to bring our experience and credentials to this prestigious event. 

The award ceremony takes place on Saturday, 27 September 2025, at The Brick Community Stadium in Wigan. We’ll be there, proudly representing EnergyAce, and look forward to showcasing our latest product developments. 

We extend our sincere thanks to the judges and organisers for this recognition and, of course, our dedicated team, partners, and customers who’ve helped make this possible. 

At EnergyAce, we believe in putting our money where it counts. That’s why we support Wigan Youth Zone – and their latest impact report shows exactly how far that support goes. 

For every £1 donated, Wigan Youth Zone generates £15 in social value. That means our most recent £1,500 contribution generated around £22,500 of measurable benefits for the young people of Wigan and Leigh.  

Their work drives real outcomes for today’s youth, from employability to mental health, so it couldn’t be more important to the local area. 

WYZ Delivered Across All Three Strategic Priorities 

Wigan Youth Zone’s three-year strategy, Empowering the Next Generation (2024–27), set out to tackle head-on the complex challenges facing young people today. In just the first year, they’ve delivered across all three of their strategic goals: 

• Empowering Tomorrow by expanding access to services and support, with 5,164 members and 2,230 new joiners (+23%). 

• Elevating Engagement by boosting stakeholder collaboration, with 82 volunteers contributing nearly 9,000 hours and 150 organisations now involved. 

• Securing Sustainability by increasing total income by 31% year-on-year to £2.04 million, helping stabilise delivery long-term. 

The Lives Impacted Behind the Stats 

More than 5,000 young people walked through Wigan Youth Zone’s doors last year, and over a third of them came from the borough’s most deprived wards. Thankfully, money wasn’t a barrier: over 1,200 of those memberships were free, and 15,000 hot meals meant nobody went hungry while they were on site. 

Youth workers didn’t just wait for teenagers to turn up, either. They took support to the streets, engaging nearly 1,700 young people where they already gather. 

Most telling of all, a core group of 377 kept coming back at least ten times in just three months. They left reporting calmer heads, stronger friendships, and a real boost in confidence, proof that the programme has a lasting effect on their lives. 

Local Impact That Aligns With Our Values 

As a business rooted in Wigan’s local area, we care deeply about the health of our communities and the future talent pipeline that sustains them. Initiatives like this reduce youth vulnerability, improve educational and employment outcomes, and give the next generation the tools to thrive. 

The charity’s results show a real return on investment. For us, it confirms we’re backing the right partner: one delivering long-term, measurable change for our local area. 

See the Results for Yourself 

If you want to see what this kind of impact looks like in detail, we’d highly recommend reading the full 2024/25 Impact Report. You can find it here: 

https://www.wiganyouthzone.org/annual-report/

We’re thrilled to announce EnergyAce’s participation in the groundbreaking digital series Electrifying Our Future, created by ECA – Excellence in Electrotechnical and Engineering Services, in collaboration with Content With Purpose.

This innovative series showcases the pioneering efforts of engineers, contractors, and industry leaders driving the electrification and sustainable energy transition across the UK. EnergyAce’s dedicated segment highlights our commitment to supporting businesses on their journey towards achieving Net Zero through smart, energy-efficient solutions.

The series is now live, and you can view our feature directly here:
https://contentwithpurpose.co.uk/eca/electrifyingourfuture/series_partners/energy-ace/

We encourage everyone to engage by liking, commenting, and sharing the posts, helping to amplify this important conversation around electrification and sustainability.

EnergyAce’s dedicated social film will premiere on ECA’s social media platforms on April 3rd. Stay tuned!

As EnergyAce celebrates its 23rd anniversary in 2025, it’s not just a milestone for the company, but a moment to reflect on our impressive journey and the remarkable achievements over the past year.  

Since its founding in 2002, EnergyAce has grown from a small energy consultancy into a leading force in the energy-saving industry. Our commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and reducing carbon footprints has been the cornerstone of its success.  

A Year of Recognition and Success 

In 2024, the company won two prestigious awards at the ECA Industry Awards, held in October. This included Electrical Contractor of the Year and the Best Health, Safety & Environment Initiative Award. 

We were also Highly Commended in Two Categories at the BIBAs (Be Inspired Business Awards).  

In the same year, EnergyAce’s founder, Gary Vizard, was recognised for his outstanding contributions to the electrotechnical industry by the ECA. Gary’s leadership has been instrumental in driving EnergyAce’s growth over the past 23 years, so we couldn’t be prouder to see his hard work rewarded. 

We also gave back to the community through our partnership with Wigan Youth Zone. Our collaboration supports young people in the Wigan area by providing them with opportunities for personal development, education, and skills building. 

Looking Forward: Continuing the Legacy 

As EnergyAce celebrates its 23rd anniversary, the company remains committed to its core mission of providing cutting-edge energy solutions that not only save money but also help to protect the environment. With a strong track record of success, innovation, and sustainability, EnergyAce is well-positioned to continue its growth and make an even greater impact in the coming years. 

Looking ahead, EnergyAce will continue to push the boundaries of energy efficiency, developing new products and services that meet the growing demand for greener, more sustainable energy solutions. With the dedication of its team and the trust of its clients, we’re poised for even greater success in the next 23 years. 

GWE Group Ltd of 22 Atlas Way, Atlas North, Sheffield S4 7QQ, recently entered administration leaving a number of companies anxious and unsure of how to fulfil orders of the Eco-Max voltage optimiser and unable to gain support in operation and maintenance of GWE Group Ltd (Zeron) products.

GWE Group Ltd manufactured brands like the Eco-Max commercial voltage optimiser and the Eco-Max Home voltage optimiser along with a small number of power factor correction and surge suppression systems.

EnergyAce offer a comprehensive support service on all types of voltage optimisers and power factor correction systems irrespective of manufacturer and operate the largest UK based rapid response service based throughout the UK carrying out planned maintenance and repairs of voltage optimisers and power factor correction systems.

EnergyAce are especially experienced with the Eco-Max commercial voltage optimiser and are available to help with support and advice on warranty and ongoing installation or operational issues which should ensure a relatively seamless transition for GWE Group Ltd customers and resellers throughout the UK and overseas.

For more information, support and advice, please contact our office on 01695 559785 or email us on post@energyace.co.uk

EnergyAce Manufacturing Facility 

EnergyAce are a multi award winning company and manufacturer of voltage optimisers and power factor correction systems in the UK since 2002. The company operates mainly from our 18,000sq foot manufacturing facility in Buckshaw, Chorley new Preston.

Avoid The Cost of Re-Visit 

EnergyAce have recently improved response times throughout the UK with a new rapid response service to ensure your up and running as soon as possible and savings are being maintained.

All EnergyAce engineers carry a vast array of different spare parts compatible with GWE Group Ltd (Zeron) products and the Eco-Max commercial voltage optimiser range and will always try to fix the problem before leaving your site to avoid the charges associated with a revisit to repair.

Over 96% of problems are fixed on the same day with no extra charges apart from the cost of the spare part during a planned maintenance visit.

For more information, support and advice, please contact our office on 01695 559785 or email us on post@energyace.co.uk

Moving Forward 

EnergyAce welcomes good quality reseller partners and installers to offer our extensive range of EnergyAce products and services throughout the UK and with unrivalled levels of support and our unique process of due diligence prior to install, you can be sure of a good quality trouble free installation for many years.

For more information, support and advice, please contact our office on 01695 559785 or email us on post@energyace.co.uk

We’re proud to share that we’ve been highly commended in two key categories at the 2024 Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs): Small Business of the Year and Low Carbon Business of the Year. 

This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and the positive impact we’ve made for our clients and the environment. 

Highly Commended: Small Business of the Year 

This category celebrates businesses that excel in leadership, innovation, and customer satisfaction.  

At EnergyAce, our commitment to providing cutting-edge energy solutions has helped us stand out. We’ve worked tirelessly to deliver bespoke services that genuinely make a difference to our clients’ bottom lines and carbon footprints, so it’s fantastic to have this hard work recognised at the BIBAs. 

Highly Commended: Low Carbon Business of the Year 

This commendation reflects our proactive approach to sustainability.  

Over the past year, we’ve made significant strides in reducing our own environmental impact while helping our clients achieve the same. As always, we remain laser-focused on creating a cleaner, greener future by enabling better energy use. 

Why the BIBAs Matter 

The BIBAs are not just any awards; they’re Lancashire’s premier business recognition programme, organised by the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce. Known for their rigorous judging process, the awards celebrate excellence across various industries and recognise businesses that go above and beyond in their fields. 

Being highly commended at the BIBAs is a badge of honour. It reflects not only the hard work of our team but also the impact we’ve made in our community and industry. To be recognised among the region’s best businesses is a testament to our ongoing mission to save energy, reduce carbon, and empower our clients. 

Moving Forward 

Being highly commended in not one but two awards at such a prestigious event is a huge honour that we are immensely proud of. 

As we look ahead, we remain focused on pushing boundaries, driving sustainability, and continuing to lead the way in health, safety, and energy efficiency. Here’s to more successes in the future – and thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey! 

EnergyAce believes that creating brighter futures starts with supporting the communities around us.  

That’s why our ongoing partnership with Wigan Youth Zone (WYZ) holds a special place in our hearts. For years, we’ve supported this remarkable charity that transforms the lives of young people in Wigan and Leigh.  

Their 2024 Impact Report showcases the incredible difference they’ve made – and we’re proud to have played a part. 

A Year of Impact and Growth 

Wigan Youth Zone is a hub of opportunity and support for over 5,000 young members. In 2024 alone, they recorded more than 50,000 visits. From free meals to mental health support, everything they offer is an investment in brighter futures.  

Our donation of £1,500 directly contributed to sustaining their essential programmes and creating new opportunities. 

This year, Wigan Youth Zone made impressive strides in several areas: 

• Raising aspirations. 93% of members reported feeling more confident about their futures, with noticeable gains in physical health (83%) and determination (81%). 

• Reducing isolation. By encouraging real-world connections, youth zones help young people step away from screens, with over 93% saying the experience positively shaped their lives. 

• Providing critical support. Over 5,300 free meals were served, and 643 safeguarding concerns were managed with care and professionalism. 

Stories That Inspire 

Behind the numbers are real people with incredible journeys.  

Take Steven, for example. After struggling with confidence and direction, he joined Wigan Youth Zone’s Pathway 2 Employment programme. With the help of caring youth workers, he gained the skills and self-belief to secure a full-time care assistant role.  

Stories like Steven’s remind us why this partnership matters. 

WYZ’s new initiatives, like the Life Skills+ programme and Step Up sessions, are breaking barriers for young people. By providing safe spaces, mentorship, and resources, they’re helping kids thrive in school, work, and life. 

The UFC partnership was another standout moment this year, offering members once-in-a-lifetime experience with MMA champion Tom Aspinall and former UFC flyweight Muhammad Mokaev. These events inspire young people to dream big and discover their passions. 

Join Us in Supporting Wigan Youth Zone 

At EnergyAce, we’re committed to making a difference, but this is a collective effort. WYZ’s work is only possible thanks to the generosity of their supporters. Together, we can continue to create brighter futures for young people in our community. 

If you want to join us in supporting this incredible cause, here’s where you can make a donation: https://www.wiganyouthzone.org/support-us/donate-today/. 

At EnergyAce, we don’t just follow standards – we help set them. As active members of the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) since 2010, we’ve built a reputation for quality, efficiency, and forward-thinking solutions.

Leading that charge is our Managing Director, Gary Vizard, whose commitment to the electrotechnical industry goes beyond EnergyAce’s success.

From Local to National Leadership

Gary’s leadership within the ECA didn’t happen overnight. It’s been a steady climb built on experience, respect, and a deep understanding of what the industry needs to move forward.

2020: As Chair of the Lancashire & Fylde Branch, Gary championed local businesses, ensuring members had access to the resources, guidance, and advocacy needed to thrive.

2021: Joining the North West Regional Executive Council (REC) broadened his impact. Gary brought that same local focus to a wider platform, contributing to strategic decisions that supported businesses from small contractors to industry heavyweights.

2023: Gary was elected Vice Chair of the North West REC. Under his leadership, they worked on initiatives to raise standards, improve safety, and push for innovation across the industry.

2024: Now, as a member of the ECA National Council, Gary is representing not just Lancashire, not just the North West, but the industry as a whole. He’s helping to shape the future of electrotechnical excellence on a national scale.

From local branches to the national stage, EnergyAce’s leadership has always focused on one thing: driving real progress. Because when the industry gets better, everyone wins.

A Moment of Recognition

At the ECA North West Region Dinner Dance in October 2024, Gary was presented with his “chains of office”. This marked the culmination of years of hard work and the start of an even bigger responsibility.

Reflecting on the honour, Gary said:

“I am very proud to represent both the local area and our North West Region at national council to help drive the future of our industry.”

“I am also very proud to give back to an industry that has given so much to me and my business in our journey for excellence.”

What Is the ECA?

The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) is the UK’s leading trade association for the electrotechnical and wider engineering services industry. Founded in 1901, the ECA has spent over a century setting the standard for excellence, safety, and professionalism in the sector.

Representing businesses of all sizes – from small contractors to large firms – the ECA works tirelessly to:

• Raise standards, ensuring its members meet the highest technical, safety, and environmental benchmarks.
• Advocate for the industry, acting as the voice of electrotechnical professionals on issues that matter, from regulation to skills development.
• Support growth by providing resources, training, and business support to help members thrive in an evolving landscape.

ECA membership is a mark of trust, demonstrating a company’s commitment to quality and compliance. For clients, it’s the assurance that work will be done right – safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

For EnergyAce, being part of the ECA means aligning ourselves with the best in the industry, contributing to a community that drives real progress, and leading change.

EnergyAce: Delivering Excellence Every Day

At EnergyAce, we don’t believe in quick fixes or empty promises. Since 2002, we’ve been helping businesses across the UK – and beyond – save energy, cut costs, and reduce their carbon footprint.

• Lower Energy Bills: By identifying inefficiencies and implementing tailored energy-saving systems, we help clients cut costs without compromising operations. Whether it’s through power factor correction, voltage optimisation, or active harmonic filtration, every solution is designed for maximum impact.
• Reduced Maximum Demand: Controlling energy demand is about more than savings – it’s about future-proofing. We help businesses lower peak usage, manage their energy flow, and avoid unnecessary penalties.
• Carbon Compliance and Sustainability: For companies under increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets, we provide practical ways to reduce carbon emissions and hit compliance benchmarks without breaking the bank. From small changes to large-scale systems, we make sustainability achievable.

If you’re interested in saving money, futureproofing your growing business, or reducing your carbon footprint, get in touch – we’d love to hear from you.