Thorne & Derrick are leaders in the development and distribution of Product Innovations that deliver significant improvements to clients plant, people and operational safety in the explosive atmosphere industries.
Your proactive problem solvers experienced in succession planning for the replacement of obsolete, non-conformant and legacy equipment in hazardous areas.
Your first-choice provider of innovative and competitive solutions to ensure ATEX & IECEx Compliance for Hazardous Area Electrical, HVAC & Process Instrumentation Equipment to your UK and international projects.
Control Panels | Plugs | Isolators | Enclosures & Junction Boxes | Lighting | Control Stations | Motor Starters | Heat Trace | Gas Detection | Flame Detection | Process Instrumentation | Process Heating | Ventilation Fans | Security Access Control
Competitive Prices | Extensive Stocks | Technical Support | Express Delivery
Published 12 Mar 2026
connectors for water & wastewater industries In water and wastewater treatment facilities, electrical reliability is critical to continuous operation, operator safety and maintenance efficiency. When installations are exposed to humidity, dust, corrosive atmospheres, vibration, and frequent washdown, standard power connection systems can quickly become a weak point. Water treatment...
Published 06 Mar 2026
Single-Pole Connectors Up To 1250 A When high-current power connections are required, safety, reliability and ease of use are critical. Single-pole connectors are designed to provide secure electrical connections in demanding industrial environments where performance and protection cannot be compromised. In this range, MARECHAL single-pole connectors combine maximum safety,...
Published 06 Mar 2026
Ensuring Intensive Industrial Cleaning Without Compromising Electrical Safety Industrial facilities often rely on intensive cleaning procedures to maintain safe and hygienic operating environments. Industries such as food processing, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical production and heavy industry must regularly perform high-pressure washdowns, sanitation routines and equipment cleaning. While these procedures are...
Published 04 Mar 2026
Women leading the way in heavy industry In recognition of International Women’s Day, Thorne & Derrick International is highlighting the growing contribution of women across its business and reaffirming its commitment to developing talent within traditionally male-dominated sectors. Women now represent 40% of the company’s workforce, supporting engineered, certified...
Published 26 Feb 2026
Hazardous Area Mobile Phones & Tablets In hazardous areas, communication and digital access must never compromise safety. Standard consumer smartphones and tablets are not permitted in explosive gas or dust environments. Sparks, surface temperature, battery faults, or static discharge can create ignition risks. These Hazardous area mobile and tablet...
