About us
Pro-Switch is a wholly owned Australian company that has been established with a specific intent to assist manufacturers and suppliers meet the requirements and regulations for market entry into Australia.
Based in Australia with over 20 years of experience in the certification of products in general and specialising in Plumbing Products we are dedicated to providing an efficient service focused on understanding the marketplace and suppliers needs and processing certification in the most efficient manner.
Approach
It is the understanding of the needs of suppliers and manufacturers for a professional, efficient, economical and impartial approach that dictates the company's business. Having a comprehensive knowledge of products, codes and Standards sets the company apart from the competitors.
Qualifications
Pro-Switch has obtained formal accreditation through Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JAS-ANZ) approval for products related to the WaterMark Certification Scheme (WMCS) and a proprietary Product Conformity Scheme (PCS).
The Pro-Switch Team
Simon Clarke
General Manager
B.App.SC - Chemical Engineer
Certified Lead Auditor
Extensive experience in mechanical testing of plumbing and related products (as part of NATA certified laboratory). Quality Systems implementation and maintenance.
Actively involved with standards development through work with WELS and member QLD Brass Association.
David Crichton
Compliance Officer
B Sc Mechanical Engineering
CPD trained: AutoCAD, Pro-Engineer
Certified Management Systems Auditor
Listed as the inventor of ~20 patented ideas
2013 Set up IANZ accredited test laboratory
2020 Publishing a monthly technical document – many of these published in NZ plumber magazine
2022 Recognition from Watts Water technologies in inventor programme
Certified auditor with proven Quality Assurance and Safety Management experience encompassing:
• Supervision and Training
• Quality Control
• ISO 9001-2000 Certification
• Process Improvements
• Safety Prevention programs
• Occupational Health and Safety Management
• Worker’s Compensation Claims management
• Certified Workplace Health and Safety Officer
Support Personnel
Lee Lee Chlor
Accounts
Nicole Pancer
Technical Support
Karen Eager
Administration
Kim Gralton
Project Manager
kim@pro-switch.com.au