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Stillages and Cages When the load matters, the handling matters. Designed, engineered and manufactured in Uttoxeter, UK.

Lowe designs and manufactures specialist stillages, transport frames and engineered handling systems for high-consequence industry.

Not every handling requirement needs a bespoke solution 🏭Sometimes, a standard product is exactly what the job calls for...
13/10/2026

Not every handling requirement needs a bespoke solution 🏭

Sometimes, a standard product is exactly what the job calls for.

Alongside our bespoke engineered handling systems, Lowe UK manufactures a range of standard equipment for everyday industrial storage and handling requirements.

This heavy-duty steel storage unit is one example.

Manufactured in-house, our standard range benefits from the same commitment to quality, practical design and manufacturing standards that underpin our wider work.

Because choosing the right handling equipment isn't always about designing something new. It's about understanding what the application actually needs.

📩 Explore our standard range: https://www.stillagesandcages.co.uk/shop

From an existing solution to a purpose-built design 🔵Our customer already had stillages in use, but a new product meant ...
06/10/2026

From an existing solution to a purpose-built design 🔵

Our customer already had stillages in use, but a new product meant they needed a new solution to safely hold, handle and store larger cable reels.

Rather than starting from scratch, our design team looked at what was already working and used that as the basis for a purpose-built stillage designed around their new requirements.

Working closely with the customer, we refined the design around how the stillages would actually be used on site - including forklift handling, fixed uprights and the ability to stack three high, helping to make better use of available floor space.

The finished stillages were manufactured, painted and independently load tested and certified to a 1,000kg safe working load.

The before and after shows how an existing solution can provide the starting point for something designed specifically for the job.

Because bespoke manufacturing isn't simply about making something new. It's about understanding what needs to be stored, how it needs to be handled and how the solution needs to perform.

Need a stillage designed around your product, handling process or storage requirements? Speak to our team about a bespoke solution.

📞 01889 563244
📩 [email protected]

A safer, stronger solution - designed around the customer.When a manufacturer of cooling equipment for data centres need...
25/09/2026

A safer, stronger solution - designed around the customer.

When a manufacturer of cooling equipment for data centres needed a better way to handle stainless steel sheets and components, their existing equipment was causing problems.

The trolleys were bending and deforming under load, while the lack of side barriers created a risk of materials falling during movement.

Working closely with the customer’s Health & Safety Officer, Lowe UK designed and manufactured a heavy-duty stillage specifically for the job.

The finished solution included a stronger structure and robust castors, removable safety frames on all four sides, stainless steel contact surfaces and compatibility with standard forklifts and electric pallet trucks.

We also added dedicated storage beneath the trolley for the removable frames - an improvement identified while testing the prototype.

The finished trolleys were load tested and CE accredited, and the customer has since returned to Lowe UK for further orders.

It’s a great example of what can be achieved when equipment is designed around the job, the environment and the people using it.

Have a material handling challenge that off-the-shelf equipment can’t solve? Get in touch with Lowe UK to discuss a purpose-built solution: https://www.stillagesandcages.co.uk

It’s great when a new project gives us another opportunity to support a long-standing customer.Mathewson & Rosemond need...
14/09/2026

It’s great when a new project gives us another opportunity to support a long-standing customer.

Mathewson & Rosemond needed additional stillages following a new project win in Leeds city centre. Having already successfully used Lowe stillages in their own yard, they wanted to extend the same system to help transport and handle prefabricated materials on site.

Lowe supplied matching stillages with a fast turnaround, providing a consistent system from yard to site and helping materials to be moved safely and efficiently while reducing the risk of damage.

If you have an upcoming project and need a practical stillage solution, get in touch with the Lowe team: https://www.stillagesandcages.co.uk/?utm_source=Facbook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=M&RCasestudyPost1

From CAD design ➡️ finished stillage.When a customer came to us with a STEP model of their component, our brief was to c...
07/09/2026

From CAD design ➡️ finished stillage.

When a customer came to us with a STEP model of their component, our brief was to create a bespoke stillage designed around the component itself.

The result needed to do more than simply hold the parts.

It needed to:

🔹 Safely accommodate three components
🔹 Protect them during storage and transport
🔹 Provide easy front and rear operator access
🔹 Stack safely three high
🔹 Allow controlled forklift handling
🔹 Make efficient use of transport space

Our Design Team used the customer’s 3D component data to develop the stillage around its actual geometry, incorporating custom polyurethane dunnage to provide dedicated contact and locating points and help prevent metal-to-metal contact.

The finished result brings together protection, handling, stackability and transport efficiency in one bespoke design - delivered within the customer’s required lead time.

Swipe to see the design become reality. ➡️

Have a component that needs a bespoke storage or handling solution? Get in touch with the Lowe Stillages & Cages team.

Bespoke dunnage designed around the component - not the other way around.When components are damaged during transit, the...
03/09/2026

Bespoke dunnage designed around the component - not the other way around.

When components are damaged during transit, the cost goes far beyond replacing the part. Delays, rework, quality concerns and disruption to production can all have an impact.

For this project, Lowe Special Products designed and manufactured a bespoke stillage with custom polyurethane dunnage, tailored specifically to the customer’s components.

The solution securely accommodates 10 parts across two different component variants, helping the customer make better use of the available space while keeping each component positively located and protected during handling, storage and transit.

The bespoke polyurethane supports help to:

▪️Prevent component movement
▪️Reduce the risk of transit damage
▪️Provide a consistent loading arrangement for operators
▪️Make better use of available storage and transport space

It’s a good example of how a well-engineered handling solution can do more than protect the product - it can also improve logistics and support a more efficient operation.

At Lowe Special Products, we work closely with customers to develop bespoke storage, handling and transit solutions around their components and operational requirements.

Need a handling solution designed around your product? Get in touch with the Lowe Special Products team.

📞 01889 563244
📩 [email protected]

Kitting Trolley Refurbishment 🧰 Not every requirement calls for new equipment.This kitting trolley was recently refurbis...
24/08/2026

Kitting Trolley Refurbishment 🧰

Not every requirement calls for new equipment.

This kitting trolley was recently refurbished in our workshop as a cost-effective alternative to replacement, allowing the customer to extend the life of an existing asset while restoring it to a high operational standard.

The refurbishment included the installation of a new tow bar, repairs to worn components, and a full re-finish with a durable green powder coat.

By repairing and upgrading the original trolley, we were able to provide a practical solution that reduced waste, minimised expenditure, and returned the equipment to service looking and performing as intended.

At Lowe, we support customers with both new-build equipment and refurbishment projects, helping maximise the value of existing assets wherever possible.

12/08/2026

An exciting new chapter for Lowe Stillages & Cages.

We’re pleased to announce our latest venture and an important expansion of the services we can offer to customers across the UK.

Through our investment in Total Metal Finishings Limited, we can now offer a complete metal fabrication and finishing solution - all through one trusted team.

Our customers can now come to us for:

🔹 UK-standard metal fabrication
🔹 Professional metal finishing as a standalone service
🔹 A complete fabrication-to-finish solution

Whether you need a high-quality finish for your existing components, or a complete service from initial fabrication through to the finished product, we now have the capability to support you from start to finish.

This investment marks an exciting step forward for Lowe Stillages & Cages, allowing us to offer greater flexibility, shorter supply chains and even more value to our customers.

To mark the launch, we’re currently offering a special introductory offer to new Total Metal Finishings Limited customers.

Want to find out what we can do for your business?

Get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements.

05/08/2026

At Lowe Stillages & Cages, we're proud of the work we do, but we're even prouder of the team behind it.

When you join Lowe, you're joining a business that's investing in its people. With our brand-new 14-bay fabrication facility now fully operational, there's never been a better time to become part of our growing team.

Here's what you can expect:

💥 Friday afternoons off
💥 Out of hours interview times
💥 Confidential interview process
💥 Competitive pay of £16–£18 per hour
💥 Time and a half paid overtime
💥 £55,000–£57,000+ earning potential
💥 Permanent, full-time employment
💥 Days only - enjoy your evenings
💥 Clean, modern workshop with excellent facilities
💥 Varied fabrication work - no repetitive production line welding
💥 Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
💥A supportive team with direct access to management

We're looking for experienced Fabricator Welders who take pride in producing quality work and want to be part of a business that's continuing to grow.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]
📞 Call 01889 563244 for an informal chat.

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From concept to customer.This custom tyre rack prototype has now left our facility and is on its way for customer evalua...
03/08/2026

From concept to customer.

This custom tyre rack prototype has now left our facility and is on its way for customer evaluation.

Designed and manufactured by the team at Lowe Special Products, this project showcases our ability to develop bespoke material handling and storage solutions tailored to specific operational requirements.

The rack features bespoke one-directional rollers on the base, allowing controlled tyre movement, alongside adjustable upper rollers that can be configured to suit varying tyre sizes and customer requirements. This flexibility ensures the solution can be adapted to the application rather than forcing the operation to adapt to the equipment.

From design and fabrication through to finishing and delivery, every stage was completed with a focus on quality, durability, and practical performance in demanding industrial environments.

We look forward to receiving feedback and supporting the next stage of development.

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Bramshall

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