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Webster & Horsfall

Leading specialists in wire manufacturing

High-Quality wire products for a global market

Webster & Horsfall is one of the UK’s most established manufacturers of high-quality wire products. For over 300 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation, providing precision-engineered solutions to industries across Europe, North America, and Asia.

Based in Birmingham, the industrial heart of England, Webster & Horsfall has grown from its roots in wire drawing to become a trusted name in the global wire industry. Combining centuries of expertise with modern technology, we deliver bespoke solutions that meet the highest standards of performance and durability.

Webster & Horsfall products and services

We manufacture a wide range of wire products tailored to meet the needs of demanding applications across industries such as automotive, aerospace, industrial, and medical.

Hard drawn wire

Precision wire for mechanical springs, including extension, compression, and torsion springs. Available in a variety of finishes such as phosphate-coated, galvanised, tinned, and polished.

Oil-Tempered wire

High-performance spring wire for industrial and automotive applications, offering exceptional durability and reliability.

Stainless steel wire

Corrosion-resistant wire with high tensile strength, suitable for medical, aerospace, and automotive uses.

Slicklines

Single-strand, unbraided wire designed for mining and drilling operations.

Shaped spring wire

Custom-designed wire for specialised applications requiring precision and flexibility.

Dental lab wire

Highly polished stainless steel, ideal for orthodontic and dental applications.

Conveyor belt wire

Durable wire solutions for industrial conveyor systems, designed for longevity and efficiency.

Our legacy

Founded in 1720, Webster & Horsfall has a rich history of innovation and excellence. In 1866, James Horsfall revolutionised communication with the invention of the first successful transatlantic cable, manufactured from our patented steel wire. This innovation laid the foundation for global connectivity and remains a proud part of our heritage.

Today, Webster & Horsfall continues to operate as a family business, staying true to our values of quality, craftsmanship, and customer focus while adapting to the needs of modern industries.

A commitment to sustainability

Webster & Horsfall is committed to sustainable manufacturing practices. Our operations are powered in part by green energy sourced from Birmingham Bio Power, which converts waste wood into renewable electricity.
While our roots in wire manufacturing run deep, we embrace forward-thinking approaches to minimise our environmental impact. For example, we’ve introduced electric forklifts to reduce emissions and modernised our processes to enhance energy efficiency.
Founded by Arthur Latch, Telford Clarence Batchelor, and Henry Herbert Horsfall, Latch and Batchelor pioneered the development of Locked Coil and Flattened Strand Wire Ropes for mining applications. Our innovations have been integral to mining operations worldwide, from the goldfields of India and Africa to nickel mines in Australia. Notably, we supplied the 78mm diameter Locked Coil Wire Rope for Australia’s Warragamba Dam, which has been in use since the dam’s opening in 1960.

Leaders in wire and wire rope manufacturing, and pioneers in clean energy at Tyseley Energy Park.

Powering clean energy growth in Birmingham

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Hay Mills, Birmingham
West Midlands, B25 8DW UK

Tel: +44 (0)121 772 2555

Fax: +44 (0)121 766 5816

enquiries@whgroup.org

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