Industrial Controls & Automation

AJ Hurst are distributors for market leading manufacturers, who are global experts in providing products and services for industrial control and automation. We provide complete solutions with a range of components including, PLC’s, variable speed drives, power, control, signalling and protection.

In a world of increasingly complex automation, we provide products that are compact and simple, intelligent, open and flexible.

Cables and wires

You are looking for flexible assembly? With the right copper or fiber optic cable, you'll have the perfect solution for your application.

Cam switches and Disconnectors

Control and protect with our range of rotary cam switches and switch disconnectors. Enclosed or panel mounted options available.

Climate Control

Thermal management control of the internal enclosure environment. Coolers, fans, heaters, control accessories and software.

Connectors

We not only offer a comprehensive selection of connectors, but also outstanding quality, expertise, and design-in support.

Control & Signalling

All aspects of control and signalling are catered for from, push buttons, pilot lights, joysticks, stacking beacons, pendant control to biometric switches.

Controllers

High-performance PLCs are the basis for effective automation. With controllers from Schneider Electric and Phoenix Contact, you can use advanced technology for all areas of application.

Current Transformers

A wide range of current transformers, single phase, three phase and split core with 5A, 1A and mV secondaries for all of you measuring needs.

Detection

Detection products for industrial and commercial applications, proximity, photo-electric, ultrasonic, limit, pressure,, RFID & encoders

Electronics housing

Packaging as a do-it-all. Versatile electronics housing types from Phoenix Contact transform your PCB into a compact device.

Electronic switchgear and motor control

Packaging as a do-it-all. Versatile electronics housing types from Phoenix Contact transform your PCB into a compact device.

Enclosure systems

A wide range of industrial, data, wall mount and floor standing enclosures available in mild steel, stainless steel, GRP and polycarbonate.

Fieldbus components and systems

Fieldbus components and systems reduce cabling effort in your systems and save time during planning and installation.

Functional safety

Functional safety at does not just mean safe operation, our focus is also on easy handling. Comprehensive and tested protection for people and machinery.

HMIs and industrial PCs

You are looking for flexible assembly? With the right copper or fiber optic cable, you'll have the perfect solution for your application.

Hoisting Control

A range of manual and wireless pendant controls to increase the ease of controlling your hoisting operation without compromising safety.

Hurstconnect

Hurstconnect is a cloud based energy management and remote control package allowing users to access their data online of offline from any PC, Tablet or Smart Phone that has an internet connection.

I/O systems

Are you looking for efficient automation? Then you need reliable and fast communication, with versatile I/O devices.

Industrial communication technology

Our interface devices provide consistent protection for your sensitive data interfaces and so enable you to increase the availability of your systems.

Industrial Ethernet

Design your infrastructure flexibly, quickly, and consistently. Not a problem when you base your automation network on Industrial Ethernet.

Installation and mounting material

Space saving and extremely easy. Our installation and mounting material stands for modern control cabinet technology.

Lighting and signaling

Whether the system state or product quality — you can keep an eye on everything at all times with clever lighting and signaling technology.

Marking and labeling

The easy way of labeling. Our solutions for marking and labeling can be tailored to your specific requirements.

Measurement and control technology

Measurement and control components offer innovative solutions for automating your processes – from sensor level to control level.

Modular terminal blocks

Different connection technologies give you greater flexibility – in both the configuration and design of the control cabinet.

Metering and Monitoring

A full range of metering products and solutions, scalable from simple metering and analysis to remote enterprise wide power management solutions. DIN mount, Panel Mount and Easywire plug & play products for reduced installation time.

Motion & Drives

Schneider Electric range of variable speed drives and soft starts offers performance and reliability unparalleled throughout the industry.

Motor control & protection

A comprehensive range of products for all your power, control and protection requirements, all aspects of switching are catered for.

PCB terminal blocks and PCB connectors

Everything is possible with arguably the largest range of PCB connection technology: COMBICON from Phoenix Contact.

PLC’s and controllers

The Schneider Modicon family of automation controllers and Phoenix Contacts Axioline are optimised for discrete manufacturing and smaller process control.

Power supplies and UPS

Do you want to run your system without interruption? Then you can fully rely on our power supplies to do the job.

Programmable Relays

Programmable ‘smart’ relays provide an answer were traditional relay control is inadequate and PLCs are too complex and costly.

Protective devices

Do not take any chances: protective devices provide optimum protection for your cables, systems, and devices.

Relay modules

Whether switching, isolating or monitoring. Whatever the function you require – we offer custom relay modules.

Sensor/actuator cabling

Connect your sensors and actuators quickly and safely in the field.

Software

User friendly software packages for PLCs, VSDs, SCADA, Climate control and marking systems.

Surge protection and interference filters

Ensure that operation is not interrupted. Our surge protective devices and interference filters provide effective protection for your systems.

System cabling for controllers

Quick, clear, error-free: the perfect fit for wiring single wires to your control unit at field level.

Tools

Using the right tool is key to achieving optimum results. Our products are based on quality, precision, and durability.

Wireless data communication

Reliable and efficient data transmission – without high-maintenance cables. Benefit from the advantages of high-performance wireless technology for your application.

Cables and wires
Cam switches and Disconnectors
Climate Control
Connectors
Control & Signalling
Controllers
Current Transformers
Detection
Electronics housing
Electronic switchgear and motor control
Enclosure systems
Fieldbus components and systems
Functional safety
HMIs and industrial PCs
Hoisting Control
Hurstconnect
I/O systems
Industrial communication technology
Industrial Ethernet
Installation and mounting material
Lighting and signaling
Marking and labeling
Measurement and control technology
Modular terminal blocks
Metering and Monitoring
Motion & Drives
Motor control & protection
PCB terminal blocks and PCB connectors
PLC’s and controllers
Power supplies and UPS
Programmable Relays
Protective devices
Relay modules
Sensor/actuator cabling
Software
Surge protection and interference filters
System cabling for controllers
Tools
Wireless data communication

We started working with AJ Hurst a few years ago, first with control gear products and, more recently lighting. We have been highly impressed with the quality of the products and, just as importantly, the high quality service.

Andrew McClenaghan - Director - BI Electrical Services Ltd

TES have been working closely with AJ Hurst for over 15 years and as a testament to the responsive, quality service we have received throughout this period, consider them to be a key partner rather than a supplier to our business. Having witnessed first-hand the level of service provided by AJ Hurst it is no surprise to see the company continuing to go from strength to strength.

Brian Taylor - Chairman - TES Group Ltd

As the supplier for all our panel building requirements, A J Hurst have consistently delivered a first class service to us, sorting out not only routine issues but finding solutions for unique and complex process problems. We get the same high level of service for basic repeat orders as we do with the more specialised automation applications. I would have no hesitation in recommending A J Hurst as a first class partner.

Lloyd Doherty - Engineering Supervisor - Niche Drinks Ltd

AJ Hurst fully met our requirements and expectations through the design and installation of the energy efficient lighting system for our Barking and Rainham warehouses. AJ Hurst were extremely professional, efficient and caused little disruption to our day to day operations during the installation. The work was performed on time and on budget. Overall, we were very impressed with AJ Hurst from start to finish to assist in making our warehouses more energy efficient and cost effective.

Stuart Seabrook - Director, Seabrook Warehousing Ltd.

The Causeway Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in the Northern Trust and we depend on quality service delivered to the highest standards, in order to fully meet our healthcare requirements. AJ Hurst ensured complete client satisfaction through dedicated commitment from initial contact to project completion and excellent after care support.

Mark Morrow - Sector Engineering Manager - Northern Health & Social Care Trust

Speaking as a global specialist in energy management and a leading provider of electrical, automation and industrial controls, our long standing partnership with AJ Hurst over the last 45 years has, and continues to be highly valued in building our reputation for quality brands and products in today's marketplace.

Richard Beighton - Vice President (Distribution) - Schneider Electric UK

The standard of service and expertise we received from AJ Hurst was first-rate. Investing in quality healthcare solutions is paramount to Lagan Valley Hospital therefore it was important for us to employ one of Northern Ireland's most trusted and reputable suppliers to ensure we received an attentive and diligent service, carried out to the highest standard.

Simon Kidd - Estates Department – South East Health & Social Care Trust

We engaged AJ Hurst’s expertise in Energy Efficiency to lead us through our plant lighting project. From inception through to audit, design, installation and commissioning their experience and knowledge of working with large end users was invaluable. They pride themselves on their ability to fully meet customer requirements and delivering an extremely satisfactory end solution.

Nick Haycock - Technical Manager – Marcegaglia UK

Our partnership with AJ Hurst gives us supply & application solutions and a one stop shop for Controls & Automation established in a key market. Their relationships and understanding of customer needs are vital for our success, customers can expect value adding services & support from a strong local team with market leading brands.

Colin Green - General Manager – Phoenix Contact Ltd

AJ Hurst have been a trusted supplier for over 18 years, providing excellent technical expertise and quality products and solutions to the team at JMG Systems. We value their close working relationship and high levels of professionalism when it comes to delivering their sterling service.

Joann McCaul - Managing Director – JMG Systems Ltd

We have been using AJ Hurst Ltd as our principle supplier of industrial control and automation solutions for over ten years. We find they provide in depth technical backup coupled with first class service, products and value for money. Their unrivalled responsiveness enables us to concentrate on driving our own business forward.

Plunkett McGeary - Managing Director - Axon Power & Control

At Tata we have found working with AJ Hurst on our energy saving project to be a very professional experience, they were chosen because of their knowledge and expertise and they have been extremely attentive and efficient during the process.

Kevin O’Hare - Financial Controller – Tata Steel

AJ Hurst offered great support throughout our whole process in both an advisory capacity and technically. Not only have we improved the lighting levels at our premises but we have also greatly reduced our carbon output.

Nick Brighty - General Manager – The Potter Group