Based in Newbury in the UK, Primo Engineering Limited was founded by Ash Appella and Phil Roper having collectively accrued 30+ year's experience designing and analysing high performance transmissions for top tier motorsport covering Formula 1, LMP-1, Formula E, MotoGP, WRC and many others. Engineering experience beyond the world of motorsport includes high speed epicyclic’s, single speed EV transmissions and multi speed hybrid transmissions marrying powerful electric motors with traditional internal combustion engines for performance road vehicles.
Building from these experiences Primo was established to offer agile, responsive engineering solutions of a high quality to customers seeking support for power transmission development and neighboring systems. Supported by the latest computer aided design and engineering tools our in-house engineering capability principally comprises of design and analysis for;
- Bespoke power transmission systems
- Forced lubrication systems
- High pressure hydraulic actuation systems
- Test and vehicle service equipment
- Electromechanical systems
- Driveline assemblies
To help expand this core engineering service Primo has built up a comprehensive network with select UK based manufacturers and technology experts. These partnerships allow a flexible offering from initial blank sheet concept consultancy right through to detailed design and component manufacture at niche volumes, system assembly and product testing services managed through our structured project approach.