08/05/2026
⭐1980’s⭐
The 1980s proved to be a landmark decade for the company, marking a period of significant growth, innovation, and recognition across the Scotland. As football continued to grow in popularity at grassroots and professional levels alike, demand for high-quality training equipment increased and our Ramsay Collapsible Football Goals quickly established themselves as a trusted product used by many professional football teams, including Sir Alex Fergusons renowned Aberdeen team.
Throughout the decade, our reputation expanded well beyond our local area with our Goal Frames becoming increasingly popular across clubs, schools, and training facilities throughout Scotland. Their practicality and ease of use made them stand out, helping to cement the company’s position within the sports manufacturing industry. Interestingly, Ramsay’s move into football goal manufacturing happened almost by accident. The opportunity first arose when Archie Knox, the manager of local club Forfar Athletic, approached us with an enquiry regarding portable football goals for use during training sessions. Recognising both the opportunity and potential demand, Ramsay’s began developing what would soon become known as “Collapsible Aluminium Goal Frames”. Once the first few sets were manufactured and delivered, the product was met with immediate enthusiasm. The innovative design combined strength with portability, making the goals ideal not only for professional clubs but also for schools, youth organisations, and community teams.
Another key milestone during this period came in October 1988, when Andrew (Gordon) Lowson was appointed as a director of the company. He joined the business at the age of 16, beginning in the workshops at West High Street before moving to the installation team at Queenswell Road. He later returned to West High Street as a technical representative, carrying out site visits and handling enquiries, before taking on the responsibility of purchasing raw materials and overseeing product development. His appointment marked another important step in the continued evolution of the business, as it moved confidently into a new era of development and expansion.
Aberdeen Football Club
