Firbeson Automation UK Ltd was incorporated in the United Kingdom in early 2025. Following the initial establishment of the company, Firbeson selected its Luton site in February 2026 as the base for its UK manufacturing, assembly, testing, warehousing and commercial operations.
The new facility provides Firbeson with a dedicated local operation from which to manufacture and supply electric actuator solutions for customers across the United Kingdom and Europe.
A New UK-Based HVAC Actuator Manufacturer
Firbeson Automation specialises in electric actuators for HVAC, ventilation, fire and smoke control, and valve automation applications.
The company’s product portfolio includes:
- Standard damper actuators
- Low-noise damper actuators
- Fast-running actuators
- Spring return actuators
- Fire and smoke damper actuators
- Non-spring return fire and smoke actuators
- Explosion-proof actuators
- Electric valve actuators
Firbeson actuators are designed for applications including air handling units, ventilation systems, volume control dampers, fire and smoke dampers, heating and cooling systems, and industrial valve automation.
A wide range of torque ratings, supply voltages, running times and control options allows products to be selected according to different HVAC and building automation requirements.
Manufacturing and Testing in Luton
The Luton facility has been established to support Firbeson’s long-term development as a UK-based actuator manufacturer.
The site incorporates product assembly, programming, testing, inspection, warehousing and packing operations, allowing Firbeson to manage key production and quality-control processes locally.
Products are inspected and tested before dispatch in accordance with defined quality-control procedures. Depending on the product and application, testing may include functional operation, electrical safety checks and final product inspection.
By establishing manufacturing and testing capabilities in the UK, Firbeson can respond more directly to customer requirements while maintaining closer control over product configuration, quality and delivery.
The facility also provides local stockholding capability, helping Firbeson support both regular customer demand and project-based requirements.
Serving the UK and European HVAC Markets
Firbeson Automation UK Ltd was established with a clear focus on the UK and European HVAC markets.
The company works with customers across areas including:
- Damper manufacturing
- Air handling units
- HVAC equipment manufacturing
- Building automation
- Fire and smoke control
- System integration
- Valve automation
- Distribution
Actuator requirements can vary significantly between applications. Torque, operating time, voltage, control signal, auxiliary switches, environmental protection and fail-safe functionality can all affect product selection.
Firbeson therefore aims to provide both a broad standard product range and the flexibility to support OEM and project-specific requirements.
Building for Long-Term Growth
The establishment of the Luton manufacturing base represents an important milestone for Firbeson Automation UK Ltd.
From its incorporation in 2025 to the establishment of its dedicated UK facility in 2026, the company has focused on building the operational foundation required to support customers locally and develop its presence in the wider European HVAC industry.
As a new UK-based actuator manufacturer, Firbeson is continuing to expand its manufacturing capabilities, product portfolio, technical support and customer network.
The company’s objective is to build long-term partnerships with HVAC manufacturers, damper manufacturers, AHU manufacturers, system integrators, distributors and other industry partners by providing reliable actuator products together with responsive local support.
Firbeson Automation UK Ltd
Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom