Anchor Inserts: Our Story

Anchor Inserts: Our Story

The Early Years

The story of Anchor Inserts is one of great innovation and passion. We have gone from one man working in a garage in Coventry to a global brand renowned for its high-precision inserts.

Throughout the 1990s our sister company Bailey and Wade was researching and developing inserts which have now become some of the most recognised of their kind across Europe. An early collaboration with Dutch plastic moulders enabled them to offer inserts for a new innovative moulding process – rotational moulding. All of this was achieved under the ever-watchful eye of our late chairman, Victor Wade. From humble beginnings, he guided the company using his wealth of experience over many years in the turned parts industry.

In the late 1990s and early 2000's it was clear there was a growing demand for high-performance threaded inserts in both the UK and throughout Europe, and it was with this in mind, that in 2005, Anchor Inserts was formed.

A Major Leap Forward 

The year 2005 brought significant changes to the company.  Victor’s son Austin joined the business bringing exciting new talent and under his leadership, there came heavy investment in CNC manufacturing facilities. This coupled with key development of the brand's online presence allowed us to become the global force we are today. 

Over the years Anchor Inserts has made its name as the only manufacturer worldwide of specialist rotational moulding inserts, housing extensive stock.

Throughout its long history Anchor Inserts has supplied products to many household names throughout the UK, Europe, and North America offering bespoke parts for plastic mouldings requiring clean high-quality precision metal turned parts.

The Present Day and Beyond 

From one family to another. In 2022, Anchor Inserts along with Bailey and Wade was acquired by Whitehouse Industries, a business created by entrepreneur Stuart Whitehouse to build a group of UK-based mutually beneficial companies.

“At Whitehouse Industries we believe in constantly pushing the boundaries of excellence and embracing the latest advancements in technology and business practices. As the new owner of Anchor Inserts, we are proud to continue the company’s commitment to innovation and growth through substantial investments in new machinery and modern business practices.

By incorporating state-of-the-art machinery into our operations, we can streamline production processes, reduce turnaround times and deliver exceptional results consistently. Our investments demonstrate our steadfast commitment to remaining at the forefront of our industry.

Our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional development. This investment in our people not only enhances their skill sets but also strengthens our overall capabilities as a business, enabling us to serve you better.

Our passion for innovation drives us forward and our dedication to customer satisfaction remains unwavering. Contact us today to explore how we can help you achieve your goals.” Stuart Whitehouse, Director.

 

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