What is a Project You’re Proud Of?

Joe is proud to have worked on the project for one of the UK’s largest power stations, upgrading the CEMS and Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) systems. For Joe, the project was one of the most interesting with the most demanding customer requirements and the team developed a unique design providing a complete solution.

The design for the project earned a1-cbiss a place as one of the four finalists in the British Engineering Excellence Awards, up against high profile engineering companies.

What Would You Like to Achieve?

Development of a new product or sampling system that provides significant sales, company growth, and enables us to target new markets and become leaders in our fields.

What Do You Like About a1-cbiss?

An easy going and friendly atmosphere with the closeness of a family run business, but also with the benefits, support, and re-assurance of our parent company.

What Did You Do Before a1-cbiss?

Joe started his career as an apprentice in a small family company specialising in automation, controls, and drives. He worked on some unusual and interesting projects including major contracts with ABB.

He designed, built, installed, and commissioned anything to do with PLCs and variable speed drives – From controls for ships and cranes, to custom packing machines, conveyors, ventilation, and renewable energy.

He completed part-time studies at college and university, achieving a degree in Electrical Engineering.

What’s Your Life Ambitions or Hobbies?

Joe has a few ambitions and has achieved everything he’s set out to do so far.

The main ones would be to travel the world and to have his own business(es), using them to invest in giving other people better lives and opportunities that he never had.