Expert Electrical Services for Businesses in Dumfries and Galloway
AESM Ltd provides specialist electrical services for poultry, hydro, and commercial sites across Dumfries and Galloway, trusted where reliability matters most.
About Us
Who We Are
AESM Ltd, formerly known as Active Electrical, is an electrical engineering company based in Dalbeattie. We support agricultural, hydropower, and commercial clients across Dumfries and Galloway and throughout Scotland.
Our Reputation
With hundreds of happy customers, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, technical know-how, and a straightforward, honest approach.
How We Work
We believe in doing things properly, forming long-term partnerships with businesses who value quality, efficiency, and trust.
Accredited & Compliant
We’re proud members of SELECT, Scotland’s trade association for electrical professionals, and work to the highest standards of safety and compliance in every job we take on.
Our Services
We deliver specialist electrical solutions designed for demanding environments from critical agricultural systems to commercial infrastructure and beyond.
Agricultural & Poultry Electrical Systems
Experts in farm installations but specialists in poultry shed wiring, automated feeders and water systems, alarm systems, and control setups.
Hydropower Electrical Services
End-to-end electrical engineering for hydro schemes including installation, control systems, and maintenance support.
CCTV & Security Installations
Professional installation of CCTV systems and alarm setups for site security for all businesses.
Internet Solutions - 4G & Starlink
Installation of 4G antenna systems and Starlink performance hardware to deliver reliable internet access for remote and rural sites.
Emergency Callouts & Breakdown Response
Fast, reliable callouts for critical electrical faults with rapid response for time-sensitive operations.
General Electrical Installations
Comprehensive electrical services for workshops, outbuildings, and commercial premises from lighting to three-phase systems.
Testimonials
We build long-term relationships with clients who value quality, reliability, and a straightforward approach. Here’s what they’ve said about working with AESM Ltd.
Alex McGarva
Drax
"AESM have provided electrical support services to the Galloway and Lanark Hydro’s for a number of years, we have always found the service provided by Stuart and his team to be excellent both in terms of workmanship and value for money"
Brian
Farm Client
"Excellent service, used Active a good few times. Always reliable and fix the faults that's asked; if they haven't got a part, they will go and get it. Won't go elsewhere when I'm needing an electrician. Fantastic."
Valerie
Residential Customer
"I employed Active Electrical to wire a new garage and I found them to be efficient and tidy and value for money. Above all, they attended when they said they would and went out of their way to complete the job on time."
Case Study
Case Study: Cruachan Power Station
AESM Ltd. has supported Cruachan Power Station, a landmark pumped-storage hydro facility built into Ben Cruachan, providing specialist electrical services on site.
Our team has contributed to key project work and now provides emergency electrical maintenance cover, ensuring this critical energy site continues to operate reliably.
Case Study
Case Study: Install Starlink performance Antenna
AESM Ltd. installed both Starlink Performance and 4G internet systems at hydro power sites operated by Drax across Dumfries and Galloway. These installations provide resilient, high-speed internet access for remote locations where broadband is often unreliable.
With continuous connectivity now in place, the client can receive crucial monitoring data and maintain day-to-day operations without disruption.
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