ABOUT

The EMP Designs Story

EMP Designs was ignited in 1998 while Dan Stanton was studying for a PhD, and was approached by a special effects company in need of a bespoke electronic solution for a feature film. Dan couldn’t rest until a solution was found! The success of this project led to further unresolved ideas coming his way. The buzz of solving real electronic problems was too addictive. Dan left his studies and set up a studio in his back garden.

Through word-of-mouth, EMP Designs has grown continually and now occupies a well-equipped 6500 square foot industrial unit and office based in Camberley with research & development and manufacturing teams. The company offers truly creative thinking and diverse engineering know-how from a breadth of experience. The belief is, anything is possible!

Values

We invest heavily in our equipment and pride ourselves on delivering the very best in British made quality.

We are committed to minimising our impact on the environment and reducing our waste wherever we can. Having installed solar panels, we generate much of our own energy – and hopefully all of it in the, summer months.

Made in Britain

At EMP Designs, all of our systems are proudly designed, engineered, and manufactured in the UK. Based in Camberley, Surrey, we keep every stage of development in-house — from initial concept and electronics design through to assembly, testing, and final commissioning.

Being made in Britain isn’t just a label for us — it’s a core part of how we work. It allows us to maintain complete control over quality, respond quickly to client needs, and ensure every system leaving our workshop meets the highest standards of reliability and performance.

Supporting UK Engineering

We are proud to be part of the UK’s engineering and creative technology sector. Many of our projects support British film, television, theatre, and live production industries, alongside commercial and industrial clients across the country.

Where possible, we also work with UK-based suppliers and manufacturers, helping to support local expertise and reduce supply chain delays.

Take back statement

We’re a registered WEEE producer and support a Take Back scheme to ensure responsible recycling and disposal of electronic equipment.

Learn more about our environmental policies and compliance.

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Anything is possible!

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1000+

products & prototypes

Invented, designed and built across sectors

6,500

Sq Ft

Of purpose-built facility in Camberley

100+

combined years

Of engineering and design experience across the team

100%

dedicated

Passionate about precision. Committed to outcomes.

Talented Staff

Technical Experts

Dan Stanton

Managing and Technical Director

With a degree in industrial design and technology, Dan turned his passion for inventing, developing products, playing with LEDs and tinkering into a thriving business.

As EMP Designs main client contact, he gathers and analyses initial project details. With experience across digital and analogue design, custom circuit boards, microprocessor programming, motion control and industrial servo controls Dan can solve a wide range of problems to deliver complete solutions, not just isolated components. Dan stays abreast of all new technologies, mainly because he can’t help himself, and takes data sheets home for bedtime reading.

Atiku Bugaje

Design Engineer

With a B.Eng in Mechatronics Engineering from Loughborough University and a solid grounding in embedded systems, Atiku joined our team eager to make an impact.

Since day one, he’s been injecting fresh ideas and technical insight into client projects, helping to turn concepts into reality. His sharp problem-solving skills and practical, hands-on approach keep our solutions inventive and effective. Collaborating closely with the wider engineering team, Atiku plays a key role in bringing innovative products from initial spark to final delivery.

Kieran Charlett

Lead Production Assembler

Kieran comes with an MEng in Mechanical Engineering from Swansea University making him a fantastic addition to our manufacturing team.

Kieran has travelled around the likes of Canada, Greece & Austria undertaking a variety of roles including camp councillor, tennis coach and pizza chef!

He has a strong interest in the practical work and assembly at EMP Designs and is keen to expand his knowledge of electronics further.

Graham Collier

Commercial Director

With a background in procurement and outsourcing, Graham has years of experience working with both SMEs and major global corporations to improve their commercial arrangements.

He joined EMP Designs to help ensure structure and strategic direction as the company grows and to protect our intellectual interests.

Anita Foster

Business Operations Manager

With a background in arts and sign writing, Anita was previously a college laboratory technician.

Her positive, buoyant attitude and eye for detail made her an instant asset at EMP Designs as she helps out in all areas, assembling circuit boards and organising parts and stock in the workshop.

Lee Goody

Electro Mechanical Assembler

Lee brings a wealth of experience in electronics manufacturing, with a background spanning the military and defence, medical, and aerospace sectors.

With a strong focus on manufacturing excellence, Lee is committed to driving continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results. He takes great pride in his work and is always looking for opportunities to expand his knowledge and contribute to innovation.

Zoe Hall

Senior Design Engineer

Zoe has an MEng in Mechatronics. She also has an unusually broad range of knowledge and disciplines for one person, and is always learning new skills.

Zoe turns briefs into designs and works closely with Dan on problem solving.

Quiet but fiercely industrious, she also undertakes software programming, prototype manufacturing and testing and quality control. Zoe thrives on the variety of problems and briefs at EMP Designs, with no two days ever being the same.

Conner Hoggard

Electronic Product Designer

Conner achieved a First in Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at the University of Bath in 2018. Soon after, we snapped him up for his first full-time job, as Software and Hardware Engineer at EMP Designs.

Conner is the creative force behind much of our software programming and his bespoke solutions ensure our products remain inventive. Working closely with Dan and Zoe, he incorporates leading edge technology innovatively into client briefs.

Oliver Jeffery

Engineering Apprentice

Oliver is studying towards the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician standard, studying electronic digital principles alongside a wide range of engineering design topics.

He has A-levels in physics, maths and chemistry and an OCR Cambridge National in Systems Control in Engineering. In his free time, Oliver undertakes personal engineering projects, including designing and building a functional radio-controlled hovercraft and is currently working on a small Tesla coil.

Morgan Jenkins

Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Morgan is a fully qualified electrician so his electrical knowledge is valuable as we develop our product range to include electrical as well as electronic systems.

Anthony McGowan

Engineering Apprentice

Anthony is a student Apprentice currently studying at Farnborough College of Technology for his HNC. Prior to this, Anthony achieved a level 3 Extended Diploma in General Engineering.

The combination of his academic knowledge and the experience of the various design and application opportunities through working at EMP Designs means that Anthony has an expanding knowledge base of Engineering and design principles.

Lewis Murray

Engineering Apprentice

Lewis is on an EMP Designs apprenticeship scheme whilst studying at Farnborough College of Technology.

The roles and activities he undertakes at EMP Designs are varied enough to give him exposure to the practical side of much that he studies.

Matt Murray

Operations Director

Matt joined us in the madness that was 2020. He brings some great experience with him, having served 12 years in the Royal Navy with the Commando Helicopter Forces and as an aircraft engineer.

He‘d also worked for Virgin Atlantic Airways, working his way up from a technician to a senior manager, where for 14 years he managed the aircraft maintenance operation in the main London hubs and globally.

He’s also picked up an MBA from Henley Business School along the way! He met our MD Dan, whilst working on number of major movies as a special effects engineer, and now he’s joined the team.

Teo Phillips

Engineering Apprentice

Teo has joined us from the motor mechanic industry where he gained mechanical experience fault finding and repairing cars.

He has now joined the team as an apprentice and is studying for his Level 3 Engineering Technician qualification alongside working at EMP Designs.

In his free time Teo continues to enjoy tinkering with cars and keeping fit at the gym.

Kate Stanton

Company Secretary, General Manager, Chief Financial Officer

Kate started off with a degree in Industrial Design. After a stint in an R&D department, she turned her talents to teaching, helping students through their Design Technology GCSE.

Early in her career, Kate became Head of Department and was later promoted to Assistant Head.

Her experience brings valuable business acumen to EMP Designs. Having led teams, managed departments, run exams and options programmes, chaired meetings, built partnerships, and presented on behalf of the school, Kate’s strategic insight and management expertise are key assets as we continue to grow.

Beverley Thody

Purchasing and Stock Control Assistant

Beverley has joined us with a wealth of experience in the Electronic Manufacturing industry where she has a wide range of skills in quality control, stock and inventory management as well as packing and dispatch.

Beverley is ensuring our stock and inventory management systems are effective as EMP Designs grows its design and manufacturing capability.

Testimonials

From Our Customers

At LCA – Lights Camera Action, we’ve really enjoyed working with EMP Designs. Having direct access to the engineers has been a major advantage, allowing ideas to be discussed and developed quickly with fast turnaround on solutions and revisions.

Their experience in tackling similar technical challenges is immediately apparent, as they understand the common pitfalls and how to avoid them early in the process. Communication throughout has also been excellent, with clear and consistent updates on manufacturing timelines and project progress.

Overall, EMP have been practical, responsive, and refreshingly straightforward to work with.

We’re looking forward to further developing our continued business with EMP.

Dan Walters

Lights Camera Action

I have worked very closely with Dan Stanton and all at EMP for over 25 years and we have always enjoyed a very close working relationship. From our point of view EMP are simply the best in the business, they have helped us through all the difficult and complex rigs that we required on all 8 of the Harry Potter Films involving precise and complex operating systems for both hydraulic and electronic rigs. Safe control was always a key requirement as it involved cast members and young 10 year old actors. Dan always gave us a very secure platform to work with and this made all cast and crew feel safe and secure.

If ever there was a problem Dan and crew would always be there to help sort out any of the problems that arose and a quick phone call would get someone on site day or night. The technical knowledge on hand at EMP is vast and unique and they are always my first port of call when we require something.

John Richardson

Warner Bros Studio Tour

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