MGS have welcomed a new apprentice as part of their commitment to supporting local talent and fostering the next generation of skilled professionals.
MGS’ aspiring apprentice, Thomas Portway, has joined as an Apprentice Sales Co-Ordinator, working alongside the Drilling and Geothermal Sales Team based in Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk.
Utilising their strong position in the geotechnical industry, MGS hopes to train and mentor more young workers like Thomas, equipping them with the practical skills and knowledge needed to build a successful future.
“We’re delighted to welcome Thomas to the MGS team and we look forward to seeing him develop his skillset throughout his apprenticeship. As a company that’s over 35 years old, we’ve enjoyed nurturing new talent previously and have provided enthusiastic individuals with great opportunities for growth. We’re confident that Thomas will be an excellent addition to our team” states Anthony Stupak, Managing Director at MGS.
As a part of the apprenticeship scheme with West Suffolk College, Thomas will receive training and education over an 18-month period. Once successfully completed, Thomas will receive a qualification of level 2 customer service practitioner.
Within Thomas’ apprenticeship role, he will be learning to assist customers with sales enquiries, taking and processing orders over the phone and via email, drawing up quotations and liaising with transport companies. Thomas will support the existing sales team and will learn to understand the features and application of MGS’ geotechnical and drilling product range.
“I’m really excited to begin my apprenticeship at MGS! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from others while gaining hands-on experience in a growing field. I’m eager to dive into my new role and the challenges that lie ahead” states Thomas.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction and more.
With recent commercial successes, the launch of several new products and a promising order book for 2025, MGS are looking to expand their operations while supporting the local community by offering opportunities to aspiring apprentices.
As well as teaching the practical skills to support the role, MGS hopes to impart the importance of geotechnical products and the crucial role they play in supporting drilling, rail infrastructure, sustainable heating and more.
“Our involvement in the apprenticeship scheme is more than just job training – it’s about investing in young talent and the future of our industry. By supporting the next generation of workers, we’re not only helping young professionals grow, but we’re also ensuring that our industry is enriched with bright and innovative individuals for the future” concludes Anthony.
Read more about MGS: https://www.mgs.co.uk/
Geotechnical and ground source heat specialists, MGS, have expanded their product range as they begin distributing products from QED Environmental Systems.
Under the new partnership, MGS will now be incorporating QED’s liquid management pumps and gas analysers into their range to enhance their leading solutions in drilling, geothermal, groundwater and more.
MGS, with their extensive industry experience and commitment to customer service, are supporting QED’s mission of expanding their market presence by delivering their high-quality environmental instrumentation to a wider UK audience.
“MGS are delighted to be working with QED and believe that we will both benefit from the strength, capabilities and reputation of one another. QED provide products that will interest our customer base and we look forward to exploring any further opportunities that follow” states Anthony Stupak, Managing Director at MGS.
QED are premier manufacturers of monitoring and remediation equipment, precision engineered pumping solutions and gas instrumentation. Operating across multiple continents, QED operates in environmental markets worldwide and plans to continue expanding into new locations.
With the new distributor agreement, QED will be supplying more of their products through MGS’ comprehensive UK distribution network, enabling even swifter customer access for both sales and servicing.
“QED and MGS have long enjoyed a strong relationship based on mutual respect. This history, alongside MGS’ expertise in the landfill and pumping sectors, and shared values of excellent customer service and proven quality, makes them an ideal distribution partner for us” says Ryan Cox, Sales Director at QED.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction and more.
For over three decades, MGS have been responsible for major developments within the drilling, geotechnical and environmental industries. Now partnered with QED, MGS are confident the distributor agreement will help their customers in both the landfill and drilling divisions by providing technology for use in gas/liquid measurement and control.
With both companies having a strong devotion to customer care, MGS can assure their customers purchasing QED products that they will receive the outstanding MGS service they know and appreciate.
“Like us, QED shares values in providing quality products that exceed customer expectation and that’s what excites us most about this new distributor deal. Their cutting-edge products complement our portfolio and, together, we aim to continue providing an unparalleled service to our clients with an expanded range of innovative products” concludes Anthony.
Read more about QED: https://www.qedenv.com/
Read more about MGS: https://www.mgs.co.uk/
Leading supplier of geotechnical and ground source heat products, MGS, have announced they will be exhibiting as a gold sponsor at this year’s Geotechnica event.
The UK’s premier geotechnical conference and exhibition is being held at the Warwickshire Event Centre from 3rd to 4th July 2024.
As a leading sponsor of the upcoming event, MGS will be on stands 4-7 to present cutting-edge solutions such as their new 45mm and 50mm Thermo-Loops®, 45mm Electrofusion Fittings, LeveLine Groundwater Monitoring Sensors, Drilling Tooling and more.
“We are thrilled to be sponsoring and exhibiting at this year’s Geotechnica event and having the opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, innovators and thought-leaders across the geotechnical industry. Exhibitions like Geotechnica are pivotal for maintaining the great sense of community within the geotechnical industry and we were eager to show our support by being a gold sponsor” states Darren Portway, Division Manager at MGS.
Founded in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products used in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications and more.
Leading members of the MGS team will be on their exhibition stand over both days of the event.
“As geotechnical specialists, dedicated to pushing boundaries with innovation, we’re looking forward to contributing to the discussions and sharing our expert insights. We are excited to showcase our latest products, including our new 45mm and 50mm Thermo-Loops® range that are used to deliver outstanding performance for ground source borehole installations.” adds Darren.
Geotechnica aims to create a central hub for the UK’s biggest and best geotechnical suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and clients. Throughout the two-day event, attendees will be able to watch live demonstrations, attend technical presentations and browse any products that are on display.
By bringing together the industry’s strongest innovators, Geotechnica hopes to support the industry by establishing opportunities for building business relationships, introducing new innovations and creating a space for sharing knowledge and advice.
MGS invites attendees to visit them at the indoor stands 4-7 during this year’s Geotechnica event to discover how they can unlock the full potential of their geotechnical solutions.
More information about the event can be found at https://www.equipegroup.com/geotechnica.html
More information about MGS can be found at https://www.mgs.co.uk/
Geotechnical and ground source heat specialist supplier, MGS, have expanded their Thermo-Loops® range to include larger diameter pipes that meet the growing demands for higher capacity ground source heat pump systems.
Previously only available in 32mm and 40mm, their Thermo-Loops® pipes can now be supplied in 45mm and 50mm diameters to support more demanding ground source heat applications.
The new diameters of MGS Thermo-Loops® are supported by a full range of electrofusion fittings, including those for the 45mm Thermo-Loops®.
“Smaller diameter loops can experience pressure drops in deeper borehole installations. So, our 45mm and 50mm Thermo-Loops® are designed to help alleviate this issue and ensure deeper systems operate at maximum efficiency,” states Darren Portway, Division Manager at MGS.
MGS Thermo-Loops® have become a leading product for geothermal contractors, with their loops being installed in ground source heating system projects across the UK and Europe.
Ground source heat pumps are an increasingly popular form of low-carbon heating systems which extract ambient warmth from the ground to heat buildings and properties.
A borehole is drilled in the ground, into which the Thermo-Loop® is installed. Powered by a pump, a glycol fluid is circulated around the loop to extract heat from the ground and deliver it back to the heat pump where it passes through a compressor to increase the temperature. It is then passed through a heat exchanger and transferred to radiators or underfloor heating to heat the building. Thermal loops can also help provide cooling by reversing the process to transfer excess heat from the building to the ground.
Since the company added the supply of ground source materials to its extensive product range in 2004, MGS has been at the forefront of geothermal and ground source heat supplies with their Thermo-Loops® receiving notable success.
This sustainable method of heating is becoming progressively more popular for its low running costs, energy efficiency and environmental benefits.
“Ground source heat extraction is increasingly the best solution for residences, businesses, and industrial buildings to create more sustainable and cost-effective heat. With our expanded range of Thermo-Loops®, ground source heat systems can be deeper and larger with ease and dependability,” adds Darren.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction, and more.
Produced in the UK, the Thermo-Loops® are made from virgin grade PE100-RC, which is a very durable crack resistant polyethylene material, ensuring a maximum lifespan. The MGS Thermo-Loops® are manufactured in accordance with Ground Source Heat Pump Association standards to ensure the underground heat exchange system is built to last.
“We’re excited to continue developing new products and support our industry with innovative geothermal solutions that ensure heating is heading towards a sustainable and cost-effective future,” concludes Darren.
Read more about MGS and the Thermo-Loops® here: https://www.mgs.co.uk/product/mgs-Thermo-Loops/
MGS is delighted to have joined forces with its Carbon Partner Auditel to deliver the objective of becoming Carbon Neutral while on their longer-term journey to reaching Net Zero.
Managing Director of MGS Anthony Stupak is passionate about the preservation of our environment, and finding ways to reduce the impact that our products have on the planet. Anthony comments, “Much of our business centres around oil-based plastics, which are essential for durability, however we are investing in researching suitable alternatives. This would be a huge step forward for us and our industry as a whole”.
With the help of the Auditel team led by Julie Adams, the next step is to measure the carbon footprint of MGS and its products, giving a solid foundation to build from and improve on. This will help MGS identify the next initiatives towards the goal of achieving net zero.
MGS had 600 solar panels installed in 2015 to reduce electricity consumption and improve the company’s CO2 footprint. There are plans to extend this further to offset the extra energy needed for new machinery in the coming years.
MGS has also almost fully transitioned to LED lighting and reduced paper usage; EV charging points have been installed at two of sites, and electric vehicles have been added to the company fleet.
“We are excited to be on this new journey with Auditel to continue reducing our CO2 footprint,” added Anthony.