A Success Story Over Three Generations
With business foresight and innovative drive, this family business has shaped its own unique journey over generations. The past successes of the Sharmic motivates us every day to shape the future with further innovations.
Our beginning... In August, inspired by a vision to deliver cutting-edge and affordable engineering solutions across industries, Brian Colwell founded Sharmic Engineering Ltd. The company name itself holds a special meaning, a clever combination of his daughters' names, Sharon and Michelle - Shar-Mic.
The decision was made to incorporate the company in 1976. This significant step marked a transition from an open-ended liability structure to a limited liability structure, shielding the company's owners from personal financial risks associated with business operations. The incorporation took effect on March 31, 1976, ushering in a new era of corporate governance and enhanced financial security for the company.
Sharmic reduced its environmental impact by conducting a building energy assessment and replacing its roof with modern insulated materials, funded by an EU grant. Completed in April 2018, the new roof includes 10% translucent panels to increase natural sunlight use and decrease electrical lighting dependency during the day.
Sharmic embarked on a significant refurbishment initiative to enhance its in-house services and storage capacity. In 2021, Sharmic completed a brand-new extension to its main factory, accommodating a state-of-the-art equipment showroom and process laboratory. This cutting-edge facility empowers us to showcase our innovative equipment and conduct complimentary trials to tailor process solutions to customer components.
In a progressive move towards energy independence, Sharmic installed solar panels on its roof. This eco-friendly initiative not only reduces electricity costs but also contributes significantly to environmental conservation. Sharmic is committed to minimising its carbon footprint and embracing sustainable practices, recognising the importance of transitioning away from conventional energy sources.
Meet the Team
Brian Colwell
Managing Director
Sharon Edwards
General Manager
Garry Edwards
Technical Sales Director
Michelle Francis
Accounts Manager
James Turner
Technical Sales Manager
Reece Bennett
Area Sales & Marketing Manager
