VES are helium leak test experts. We have manufactured over 1600 machines for production environments and we support these from our technical and service centres throughout the USA, Mexico, UK, Czech Republic, and China.
As a company, we focus on being customer-centric. Whether this be through our continuous innovation, total engagement and open-door practices, or through our core service and support offerings. We pride ourselves on our ability to be agile and work as a team to support our clients.
As an organisation our vision is to be the premier supplier of gold star equipment into helium leak test applications. We recognise that quality is remembered for a long time. As such we look to imbue each of our machines with the mastery we have obtained through over 300 years of combined helium leak testing knowledge.
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Our Background
Formed in 1994 from Leybold Ltd, we offer unrivalled expertise in helium leak testing, having manufactured and successfully sold more than 1,600 machines. Our experienced personnel use their years of expertise in designing and manufacturing to provide bespoke vacuum and leak detection systems.
We are a specialist company offering leak test solutions worldwide. All of our machines are designed in Manchester, United Kingdom and are in use throughout Europe, Asia, North America and South Africa.
What Makes VES Unique
VES (Vacuum Engineering Services) Established
Our company charter was signed in Manchester, UK. VES was a direct MBO from Leybold / Inficon – one of the world's largest vacuum component manufacturers.
Focus
In 1996 VES' management team focused on the development of tracer gas-based leak detection systems for manufacturing industries.
Expansion
VES win major order for 20+ leak detection systems to be shipped internationally (both east and west).
Establishment of VES Inc
VES win major order for 20+ leak detection systems to be shipped internationally (both east and west).
VES Mexico Established
With over 100 systems installed in Mexico, VES establish a local organisation dedicated to after sales support.
Join Indutrade Group
VES is fully acquired by the Indutrade Group. A €2.3B company floated on the Swedish stock market.
New Energies
VES focus on up-and-coming market segment, so called “New Energies” and establish strategic roadmap for market entry and success, for leak testing high pressure hydrogen fuel tanks.
Globalisation
VES establish manufacturing sites throughout UK, Romania, Malaysia & Mexico.
2nd UK Manufacturing Site
Focused on the manufacturing and commissioning of high-pressure leak test solutions for the ‘New Energies’ market.
Investment
VES acquire strategic market partner for high pressure skill set, qualifications and experience.
We take great pride in being a customer-focused company, tailoring high-quality systems to meet our customers’ technical and budgetary requirements.
The leak test machines we supply are used for guaranteeing leak tightness to very high levels and are used in a variety of industries; automotive equipment, nuclear industry and fire extinguishers to name but a few. These machines are employed on production lines in operation 24/7 where reliable and repeatable results are of paramount importance.
We also manufacture vacuum systems for a wide range of other applications, such as film-coating, battery cell leak testing, refrigerant testing, central vacuum units, and vacuum-drying systems. Got any questions? Check out our FAQs.