by Sarah Grant | Jan 23, 2026 | Blog Post, Feature Articles
Happy Burns Night from Elite Control Systems!
As Scotland comes together to celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns, we’re sharing one of the most cherished blessings of the evening — The Selkirk Grace:
“Some hae meat and canna eat,
And some wad eat that want it;
But we hae meat, and we can eat,
Sae let the Lord be thankit.”
Wishing everyone a joyful night filled with good food, good company, and good cheer.
by Sarah Grant | Dec 23, 2025 | Blog Post, Feature Articles

As the festive season approaches our team extends warm wishes to everyone for the upcoming festivities.
It’s been a busy few weeks here at Elite! Alongside support our amazing clients, we’ve been getting into the festive spirt.
Our office is looking wonderfully Christmas-ready, and our team recently enjoyed a delicious lunch at The Bayleaf in Bathgate. Here are some festive snaps from our decorated office and team meal – a perfect way to end the year on a high note!

Should you need our help over this period our office opening hours are:
- The Pre-Engineering/Sales Office will be closed from the 19 December 2025 to 5 January 2026
- Please note that Our Engineering department will be closed from the 19 December 2025 to 5
January 2026
- Support – Customers with an Elite support contract will continue to access this service as normal by using the dedicated support telephone number. If you require remote support, please contract your dedicated support line number as normal and one of our team will assist.

For any customers who do not have a support contract in place but have concerns over cover for the festive period, then please contact us as soon as possible to discuss options and where we may be able to assist and provide cover including the setup of dedicated remote access support.
From all of us at Elite Control Systems, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to working with you in 2026!

by Sarah Grant | Sep 30, 2025 | Blog Post, Feature Articles
With autumn now in full swing and the colder, darker nights setting in, the Elite team is keeping the energy up with some exciting team-building activities. Our latest outing? A fast-paced, laughter-filled evening of Go-Karting at Xtreme Karting!
It was the perfect way to shake off the seasonal blues and bring everyone together for some friendly competition. Racing around the track gave us all a chance to let loose, cheer each other on, and see who had the fastest lap time — turns out we’ve got a few speed demons in the team!
A huge thank you to Xtreme Karting for hosting such a brilliant Grand Prix-style event. The atmosphere was electric, and the whole team had an amazing time.
We’re all about keeping spirits high and building strong connections, and this was just one of many fun ways we’re embracing the season together.
by Sarah Grant | Aug 19, 2025 | Announcement, Blog Post, Feature Articles
Elite were recently approached by CeeD and the Scottish Government to contribute to a discussion on Cyber Security within the Industrial Sector, and we were delighted to share our perspective and best practice tips in a newly released video.
As industrial environments become increasingly digitised, the need for robust cyber security measures is more urgent than ever. This helpful video explores:
- The unique challenges industrial organisations face in securing their systems
- Emerging threats and vulnerabilities in operational technology
- Practical steps businesses can take to enhance their cyber resilience
This collaboration between CeeD, Industry and the Scottish Government highlights the importance of industry-wide dialogue and shared learning in tackling cyber risks.
👉 Watch the full video here
Interested in learning more about industrial cyber security? Get in touch with our team at sales@elitecontrols.co.uk or on 01506 597900 or explore our resources to see how we can support your organisation.
by Sarah Grant | May 22, 2025 | Announcement, Blog Post, Feature Articles
We’re mixing things up for 2025! This year, instead of our usual Cycling Challenge, we’ve launched something new and exciting — the Elite 6-Week Fitness Challenge, designed exclusively for our amazing team.
Whether you’re into walking, cycling, swimming, gym sessions, or team sports, this challenge is all about getting active in a way that works for you. It’s open to everyone, no matter your fitness level or where you are on your personal wellness journey.
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We’re already a few days in, and the energy is incredible! Teams are stepping up, clocking in activities, and racking up points — it’s shaping up to be a tight race and the competitive spirit is alive and well!
This is your chance to move more, support your teammates, and have a bit of fun along the way. We’ll be sharing updates throughout the challenge and announcing the winning team at the end of the 6 weeks.
Let’s make this summer one to remember — Summer Fit Starts Now, Team Elite!
