Apeks is a British manufacturer of diving equipment based in Blackburn. It was founded in 1974 by Ken Ainscough and Eric Partington. The name Apeks is an anagram of their initials. Apeks is owned by Aqua Lung, a subsidiary of Air Liquide. Apeks is known worldwide for its regulators (especially for cold water use) and dry exhaust valves. Many military and emergency services therefore use Apeks' high-quality products.
In the mid-1970s, two friends decided to combine their knowledge of diving and precision engineering. Working from a small garage in the north of England, they set out to create what has become one of the most respected brands on the market.
Decades later, that spirit of precision mechanics and craftsmanship continues. Our world-class manufacturing facilities and the fact that we have full control over every production process make Apeks regulators the benchmark for design, quality and performance.