C. Soar and Sons - About Us

It is not uncommon for general scrap dealers to win the purchase of transformers and have little or no knowledge of how to dispose of them correctly – and ultimately that is your responsibility. At the other end of the market, total waste management companies are winning global contracts and are automatically granted the right to dispose of transformers. They currently sub-contract this activity, which could cost you significantly more than dealing directly with the experts.

Trust our reputation to protect yours

Disposal of this equipment really is a highly specialised service and that’s why you need C. Soar and Sons – the industry-leading specialist ethical disposal company with over 50 years’ experience.

By working with experts in the field you ensure that disposal of the hazardous elements is undertaken correctly. You also get the security of knowing that you have acted responsibly, with no potential liabilities ensuing – which may not be the case with a less experienced or resourced purchaser.

As the largest purchaser of used transformers and electrical plant in the UK, C. Soar and Sons has an enviable reputation for reliability and professionalism. With its commitment to providing a comprehensive ethical disposal service, which satisfies all health and safety and environmental demands, and to continuous improvement, the company fully intends to maintain its position at the forefront of the industry.

Why C. Soar?

OUR MISSION:

‘We wish to build on our reputation by becoming recognised as the centre of expertise in the disposal of power transformers. We are a company who can be trusted to operate in an ethical and responsible manner, safeguarding the environment and the well being of our employees and those of our clients in contact with our activities. In doing this we wish to make a fair profit and develop our business in areas where we can use our skills positively.’

EXPERIENCE

Established for over 50 years, C. Soar and Sons is the industry-leading specialist ethical disposal company. In that time we have dealt with every shape and size of electrical plant and dismantled transformers from 50kg to 670 tonnes. When combined with highly trained staff who are equipped to deal with any eventuality, our experience and ability to deliver has ensured that we hold long term contracts with the majority of the regional electricity companies as well as being on the approved tender lists for most of the power stations in the UK.

INVESTMENT

C. Soar and Sons has made substantial investments in expertise and equipment to ensure it can conduct its activities safely, ethically and responsibly. The equipment, skills and accreditations within the company are second to none and give it a unique position.

SAFETY

Our safety record is exemplary, working in some of the biggest power stations in the country, including Sizewell, Fiddlers Ferry, Hinkley Point and Ferrybridge, as well as on our own site, we have had no major incidents in over 50 years. C. Soar and Sons are verified members of Rospa and the British Safety Council.

STANDARDS

C. Soar and Sons conform to exacting safety and environmental standards and employ only highly trained and experienced staff. C. Soar and Sons has achieved ISO 9001 quality management certification and is currently undergoing ISO 14001 environmental management and OHSAS 18001 occupational health and safety certifications.

PEOPLE

C. Soar and Sons only employ highly trained specialists, who believe in working in partnership with our clients. We pride ourselves on our customer service and our ability to deliver a quality, ethical job on time and on budget.

STATE-OF-THE-ART

We have invested heavily in technology and equipment and innovate to stay ahead of the market; this ensures we have the technical ability to dispose of hazardous elements in an ethical and responsible manner. Our in-house chemist utilises state-of-the-art analytical equipment including a gas chromatograph to analyse transformer oils and gases so that every element is disposed of correctly.

VALUE FOR MONEY

C. Soar will quote you the best price for the job to be done safely and ethically, ensuring you always get value for money.

Technical specifications

There is a wealth of legislation covering the disposal and dismantling of electrical plant and transformers and a recent EC Directive has provided additional legislation on the disposal of the PCBs within them. Our experienced and trained staff ensure that all waste is properly documented and disposed of using the most cost effective and environmentally friendly route in compliance with all the current regulations. In addition appropriate insurance and EA licences in accordance with current legislation cover all our work.

From the initial site survey, the removal and dismantling of equipment and attention to the site environmental implications, everything is taken care of and fully documented.