Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Catering Equipment Services in Manchester
Established in 1978, Claremont Catering Engineers has built a reputation for excellence in servicing commercial catering equipment across the North West and beyond. Our team brings over 45 years of combined experience, specialising in installations, repairs, and gas certifications for diverse clients including schools, restaurants, hotels, and heritage railways. We pride ourselves on delivering impartial advice and maintaining equipment to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with current regulations. Our expertise extends to niche areas such as LPG catering trailers and rail industry catering equipment, where we provide comprehensive servicing and certification. With a focus on reliability and professionalism, we have retained long-term clients like Hobart Stills since our founding year.Our commitment to quality is evident in our work on pressure boilers, espresso machines, and still water boilers, among other equipment. We operate with full transparency, offering prompt and efficient service tailored to individual client needs. Our team adheres to strict safety protocols, including wearing fluorescent vests and using carriage stop boards during rail operations. Recognised for our technical proficiency and customer-centric approach, we continue to evolve alongside advancements in catering technology. This enduring dedication to service excellence positions us as a trusted partner for both routine maintenance and complex equipment challenges.
Services
Catering equipment servicing
Gas certification
Pressure boiler exams
Heritage railway support
Equipment installation
LPG system checks
Steam boiler testing
Ventilation maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in commercial catering equipment servicing.
- Our team specialises in gas certification for LPG catering trailers and railways.
- We service all major catering equipment brands regardless of manufacturer.
- We hold expertise in heritage railway catering car refurbishment and compliance.
- Our engineers adhere to strict safety protocols during on-site operations.
What people say
Excellent service
Reliable and professional
Superb service
Prompt no fuss service
Exceptional maintenance
Services
Catering equipment servicing
We provide comprehensive servicing for all commercial catering equipment including ovens, fryers, and espresso machines. Our engineers ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance through regular maintenance checks. With experience spanning 45 years, we address both routine issues and complex technical challenges.
Gas certification
Specialist LPG gas certification for catering trailers and rail industry equipment. We conduct gas soundness testing, Jeavonson valve repairs, and hose checks to meet railway network regulations. Our certified engineers ensure safe and compliant gas installations.
Heritage railway support
Refurbishment and certification of MK1 kitchen cars and buffet vehicles for heritage railways. We maintain rail catering equipment to current safety standards while preserving historical authenticity. Services include hydraulic testing and written scheme boiler examinations.
Pressure boiler exams
Comprehensive pressure boiler examinations including hydraulic testing and burn-out rebuilds. We provide written scheme certification for still water boilers used in commercial and rail catering operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Equipment installation
Professional installation of new catering equipment including ventilation systems and gas connections. Our team ensures proper setup of ovens, grills, and water boilers while adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements during installation processes.
People
Kevin Robertshaw
Owner Engineer
With over 45 years in the industry, Kevin specialises in catering equipment repairs and gas certification. He maintains long-standing client relationships through reliable service and technical expertise, particularly in heritage railway catering systems and LPG trailer certifications.
Questions
What types of catering equipment do you service?
We service all commercial catering equipment including ovens, fryers, espresso machines, water boilers, and pressure boilers for both static and mobile operations.
Do you provide gas certification for LPG catering trailers?
Yes, we offer full gas certification including soundness testing, valve repairs, and hose checks for LPG catering trailers and rail industry equipment.
Can you service heritage railway catering equipment?
We specialise in heritage railway catering systems, providing refurbishment, certification, and written scheme boiler examinations for MK1 kitchen cars and buffet vehicles.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Manchester, we service clients across the North West and travel further for specialist projects including heritage railway operations.
