Shawcity
Gas detection instruments, hire, servicing and calibration for UK businesses in construction, utilities, manufacturing
Highlights
- New on EvolcAdded 2026-10-30
About Shawcity
Shawcity supplies portable and fixed gas detection equipment, air quality and dust monitors, and fit testing systems, available to buy or hire. Its support services include servicing, calibration, repairs and technical advice. The product range also covers OEM gas sensors, calibration gas, ground gas and contaminated land monitoring, sound, noise and vibration instruments, and drugs and alcohol testing.
Customers are organisations in health and safety, occupational hygiene and environmental monitoring, across sectors including construction, environmental projects, manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, facilities, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, laboratories, agriculture, and waste and recycling. The company sells equipment, hires it out, and provides servicing and calibration. It states that it supports 1000+ businesses each year and works with 20+ manufacturer partners.
Shawcity was founded in 1976 by David and Sheila Chapman. It was acquired by ION Science, a UK-based PID manufacturer, in 2008, and remained independent in its operations. The company is registered in England and its headquarters are in Swindon. It states that it serves customers across the UK and Ireland, is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and operates a purpose-built facility in Watchfield.
Product: Portable and fixed gas detectors, air quality and dust monitors, fit testers and OEM gas sensors, sold or hired, with servicing and calibration.
Jobs at Shawcity
Leadership
- David Chapman · Co-founder (founded by husband and wife David and Sheila Chapman)Source: company website
- Sheila Chapman · Co-founder (founded by husband and wife David and Sheila Chapman)Source: company website
- Neil O'Regan · Managing DirectorSource: company website
- Elliot Rosher · Director of SalesSource: company website
- Tracy Vernon · Director of Marketing & CommunicationsSource: company website
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