The Team
Introduction
Xcell Misting Limited is an innovative Fire Protection Company with a commitment to provide unparalleled quality, service and support for its customers. The company, based in Norfolk, has a team of engineers located throughout the UK enabling it to provide nationwide support including Ireland.
Xcell Misting Ltd design, supply, install and commission all types of fire suppression and detection systems, specialising in water mist technology; high, medium and low pressure fire suppression systems.
Xcell Misting Ltd are Gold installers for Vid Firekill low pressure water mist systems in the UK, they are also main agents and authorised to supply, install, commission and service Ultra-Fog High Pressure Water Mist Systems and have a wealth of experience with these specific systems as well as all HPWM & LPWM systems on the market today.
The team of highly motivated and dedicated Directors have a wealth of experience and training within the Fire Industry allowing them to ensure that all clients’ specific requirements are assessed individually to provide solutions tailored and designed for each particular need. We offer 365/7/24 support for all our customers.
The Core Team
Head of Operations & Technical – Andy Cooke
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097 or +44 (0) 7813837673
Email: andy@xcellmisting.com
Andy has worked within the fire industry for 26 years, graduating from site supervisor through projects manager to company Director. His experience comprises many facets of the industry including installation, project management, service, design and sales in both hands on and supervisory roles. This provides him with a thorough insight into client’s requirements and thus solutions. Andy is customer-focused and dedicated to finding the right solution for each new project and ensuring that the customer’s needs are met throughout the contract.
Operations Manager – John Scott
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: john@xcellmisting.com
Prior to joining Xcell Misting in 2022, John worked for 30 years in the Oil & Gas industry in both Mechanical & Fluids Engineering graduating from ten years in the field to positions of Operations and General manager, including six years on the board as Executive Director. His experience comprises many facets of engineering from Drilling Fluids Engineering to Drilling Risers and Wells Decommissioning both in the field and in management. This range of experience has equipped him with the skillsets to effectively operate in a highly dynamic and innovative Fire Detection and Suppression industry. John has a keen insight into the Holistic approach Xcell Misting adopt in their day-to-day business which helps to keep them at the cutting edge of the industry, delivering exceptional value to clients.
Contracts Manager - Stewart Houghton
Phone: +44 (0) 7776958965
Email: stewart@xcellmisting.com
Based in the West Midlands close to the M5/M6 corridor; Stewart brings to the company over 30 years of working experience in the Special Risk Field of the Fire Protection Industry on Gas Suppression Systems, Water Mist Suppression Systems and Fire Detection / Protection Systems; this gives Stewart a catalogue of knowledge of working with all types of mediums associated with the fire protection industry. Stewart has worked with clients from many sectors, for example, within the Power Generation industry on Nuclear energy, Coal and Gas fed Power Stations, Energy from Waste and Biomass Stations, Wind Turbines and in addition multiple Chemical Stations. Stewart has also worked on many prestigious sites, for example, Formula 1 racing teams or for the NHS, MOD, MOJ and the SPS HMP Sites, including numerous Data Centres and many more infrastructures. Working within these industries has given Stewart a cross-functional rich experience in ensuring all elements are to the client’s requirements; From the initial enquiry through carrying out comprehensive surveys, issuing detailed tenders, then via project management; design and ensuring all Health and Safety requirements are implemented; Stewart holds (IOSH) certification in Health and Safety from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, executing the mindset of utilising the correct professional personnel and commodities until all types of works undertaken are completed to highest standard; from this being in a position to offer the end clients the optimal preventive programmed maintenance package ensuring all requirements carried out are in line with the current Industry Standards or Governing Authorities.
Head of Design – Alex Smith
Phone: +44 (0) 1953856097
Email: alex@xcellmisting.com
Alex is an engineer with over 13 years’ experience, specialising in fire protection and suppression systems for the past 11 years. In addition to his Engineering, AutoCAD and management qualifications, Alex is qualified and trained in all aspects of fire suppression and detection systems including, High Pressure Water Mist System Design, FHC Hydraulic Calculation Software (Water Mist Systems), Sprinkler System Design, Inergen System Design, CO2 System Design, Pyrochem System Design, R102 System Design, VESDA System Design, FIA Advanced Fire Alarm and Detection. This experience provides him with the technical expertise necessary to be able to support the company with all aspects of technical solutions, design criteria and specifications to ensure that all clients’ requirements are fulfilled utilising the most suitable solution.
Design – Iain Orr
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: iain@xcellmisting.com
Iain is an engineer with over 24 years of design experience, specialising in 3D design. In the past 11 years Iain has Designed many of Xcell Mistings unique and innovative products, from small modular pump systems to a new style Nozzle system for the food cooking industry. Allowing safe servicing without the need to access the inside of the Ovens or Fryers. Iain has a great ability for problem solving with sustainable designs and solutions.
Sales & Projects Manager – Fernando de Carvalho
Phone: +44 (0) 7825136986
Email: fernando@xcellmisting.com
Currently operating from our South West office in North Bristol. Fernando has over 40 years’ experience in the BMS & Fire detection and suppression industry, specialising in building management systems, CCTV, fire protection and gas suppression systems. Over his many years in the industry has been involved in applications design, commissioning, project management, site surveys and tender submittals covering most industry applications. Has in the past 25 years specialised in the sales, design, commissioning and project management of VESDA aspirating detection systems and gas suppression systems. This industry experience provides him with the technical expertise necessary to provide our customers with application solutions, meeting all design and technical specifications and ensuring clients’ requirements are met within the project time frames and cost effectiveness. Has a passion for establishing good customer relationships, insuring continued customer trust and repeat business.
Projects & Key Accounts Manager – Craig Kelleher
Phone: +44 (0) 7825616617
Email: craig@xcellmisting.com
Working within the electrical and fire industry for over 14 years. I Have vital experience through working in different environments, managing a diverse workload. My strength advances practical ability, strong communication skill, time management. Over the last 14 years, Craig has working from engineer, senior engineer, commissioner, contractor, supervisor, project manager and senior project Manager. His experience includes install, design, commissioning, handover, witness, servicing and management. Operating from Northamptonshire, Midland and South- England Region. Carrying out the following duties on the delivery of Fire Alarm, Sprinklers, Misting and Gas suppression system. It’s my responsibility that budgets are met by working closely on effective work planning and timely communication with customers, clients and contractors.
Project Manager – Filip Zawislak
Phone: 07929392184
Email: filip@xcellmisting.com
A new addition to the projects team joining in January and operating from Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire. Filip is not only new to the team but also new to the industry coming from the water industry. He is an experienced APM qualified project manager with a background in chemical engineering and management and is transferring his skills and experience in bulk flow and pressure management systems to the fire suppression industry. Previously having worked with PI&D diagrams, PRV installations and pipework contractors, he is learning and adapting to his new environment quickly and proving to be a great addition to the installs team at Xcell Misting.
Service Manager – Tracy Lee Atwell
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: tracy@xcellmisting.com
Tracy joined Xcell Misting one year ago and her role as service co-ordinator includes planning and scheduling the servicing of various equipment for a wide customer base across the country, as well as working closely with the Project Managers in scheduling engineers for project works. With strong organizational skills, she allocates the necessary resources, namely suitably skilled engineers, the spares required, completed risk and method statements and correct workbooks for completion of the service works. Tracy professionally corresponds with customers to ensure efficient planning on their sites, as well as after-service communication to ensure customer queries are resolved.
Remedial & Small Works Manager – Andrew Blades
Phone: +44 (0) 195385697
Email: andrew.blades@xcellmisting.com
Andrew has gained a wealth of experience over a 36-year period in production manufacturing, Project and installation works. With this knowledge it has put him in good stead to deal with the complexities and challenges of the fire protection Industry. For the past 5 years he has been involved in most aspects of the business from planning service and installation works through to customer call outs and small works UK wide. Customer focused, his current day to day role is to liaise closely with customers, internal staff and engineers on the smooth running of the business. Adhering to ISO procedures and other certified bodies to ensure all activities are carried out to the highest expectation and quality standards.
Remedial & Small Works Manager – Niall Hayton-Williams
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: niall@xcellmisting.com
Niall currently works as an estimator within our remedials department and is responsible for managing services throughout the Country carried out by Xcell Misting team. He is a highly motivated individual, maintains high standards and has experience working at fast pace in ever- changing environments. Niall recognises the importance of communication and liaises closely with our customers, engineers, and staff within to ensure the smooth running of our business. Prior to joining Xcell Misting, Niall has predominately worked within the Supply Chain industry, working on a variety of projects including within F1 as well as being an operations Manager.
Service & Accounts Administrator – Michelle Corston
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: michelle@xcellmisting.com
Michelle currently works as service and accounts administrator. Dealing with a variety of paperwork and office day to day items. Michelle’s knowledge of fire systems started back in 1999 working for The Briton Fire Company Ltd as fire alarms administrator then working in accounts, moving to Sonata Security Ltd as service manager and accounts, then BBC Fire Protection Ltd as customer services before coming to Xcell Misting in September 2014.
Stores Manager & Procurement – Nathan Bedford
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: stores@xcellmisting.com
Nathan has been with Xcell Misting Ltd for over three years, bringing with him a background in home maintenance and refurbishments, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude. He began as the sole member of the stores team and has since progressed to leading a small team. Recently, Nathan assumed the role of Procurements Manager.
During his tenure, Nathan has overseen the expansion of the stores and spearheaded improvements in operational efficiency, particularly in procurement processes. He collaborates closely with various departments within the company to ensure seamless and prompt purchasing of parts and equipment, managing stock, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers.
Stores & Engineering – Colin Humphreys
Phone: + 44 (0) 1953 856097
Email: colin@xcellmisting.com
Colin joined Xcell Misting in May 2024, bringing over two decades of experience in warehousing, logistics, and engineering support roles. He is known for his practical approach, versatility, and dedication to his work. Colin has extensive experience in operating forklifts, managing inventory, and supporting engineering activities.
Installation and Service Engineers
Xcell Misting Ltd is fortunate to have a team of highly skilled and experienced site engineers, fully conversant with all varieties of fire systems. We offer both mechanical and electrical installation and service work and pride ourselves on the level of our competency and quality of workmanship gained through years of experience in all aspects of engineering and site work.