Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Electrical Component Distributors in Cheshire
E. Preston has been a trusted distributor of electrical and electronic components since 1980, serving customers across the UK and beyond. Our team combines over four decades of industry expertise with a commitment to traditional values, ensuring prompt communication, transparent operations, and personalized service. We maintain extensive stock levels of high-quality products from renowned manufacturers, supported by fully computerized processes for efficiency.Our technical support team provides expert guidance, while next-day delivery and flexible payment terms enhance accessibility for businesses of all sizes. This blend of experience, reliability, and customer-centric practices has cemented our reputation as a leading supplier in the sector.
Services
Switches
Switchgear
Relays
Electrical Timers
Fuse Holders
Connectors
Indicators
Battery Holders
Power Inlets
IEC Connectors
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of expertise in electrical component distribution
- Our team provides expert technical advice and support
- We guarantee next-day delivery across the UK
- We maintain stock from leading global manufacturers
- We operate with transparent, customer-focused practices
Services
Switches
We supply a comprehensive range of switches including toggle, push-button, and safety variants. These components are essential for controlling electrical circuits in industrial, medical, and commercial applications. Our products come from trusted manufacturers like ABB and Honeywell, ensuring durability and precision engineering for demanding environments.
Relays
Our relay portfolio includes modular, safety, and solid-state variants from brands such as Crouzet and Finder. These components enable automated circuit control in machinery and systems. Designed for high reliability, they support applications ranging from escalators to aerospace equipment, with options for extreme environmental conditions.
Timers
We distribute precision timing solutions including digital, analog, and pneumatic variants. These devices regulate processes in automation systems, HVAC equipment, and manufacturing machinery. Specialized models offer fire-resistant operation and hermetic sealing for aerospace applications, backed by Crouzet's 50-year industry expertise.
Connectors
Our connector range includes IEC-standard, hazardous-area, and sealed variants from Bulgin and TE Connectivity. These components ensure secure power and data transmission in harsh environments. Applications span marine systems, industrial automation, and medical equipment, with IP68-rated options for waterproof installations.
Switchgear
We supply low-voltage switchgear and motor control systems from Eaton and Schneider. This equipment protects electrical infrastructure against faults while enabling operational control. Applications include industrial plants, data centers, and transportation systems, with components designed for high safety and energy efficiency standards.
Questions
What electrical components do you distribute?
We supply switches, relays, timers, connectors, fuse holders, and industrial control gear from leading manufacturers like ABB, Eaton, and Honeywell.
Do you offer next-day delivery?
Yes, we provide next-day delivery across the UK for stocked items when ordered promptly.
Can you help with technical specifications?
Our experienced team offers expert technical advice on product selection and application requirements.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment terms tailored to customer needs, including standard invoicing arrangements.
How long have you operated in this sector?
We have distributed electrical components since 1980, maintaining traditional service values with modern operational efficiency.
Do you supply internationally?
While based in the UK, we ship electrical components to customers worldwide from our Cheshire warehouse.
