Ormiston Wire Ltd
Ropes
Company Overview
Ormiston is a prominent UK-based specialist in wire and cable manufacturing and supply, with a rich history dating back to 1793. Operating from a head office in Isleworth and manufacturing facilities in London and the Midlands, the company has established itself as a leading provider of wire solutions for a wide array of applications. Ormiston prides itself on extensive industry expertise, offering not just products but also valuable technical knowledge. The company maintains high standards, evidenced by its Quality Management System certification and JOSCAR registration, ensuring product reliability and quality across its supply chain.
Products and Services
Ormiston offers a comprehensive range of wire and cable products tailored for diverse needs. Their core offerings include galvanised wire, custom cables, and various wire ropes such as stainless steel and galvanised options. They supply specialised wire for gym equipment, animal tethering, and even innovative applications like preventing moss growth on roofs. For the maritime sector, Ormiston manufactures corrosion-resistant Monel seizing wire, locking shackles, rigging screws, thimbles, and splice endings, also distributing Blue Wave fittings. As an approved supplier to the military, they provide high-specification wires for antennas, lanyards, and stainless steel locking wire for bolts in vehicles and general equipment.
A significant part of their business involves wire suspension applications, providing strong, low-stretch, small-diameter flexible cables for hanging systems in retail (shelving, lighting, banners, signs), and control cables for electronic, medical, scientific, and fishing industries. They also stock specialised systems like Gripple Rope Grip and Superclamps. Ormiston is notable for its expertise in heat exchange, manufacturing unique looped-spiral wire turbulators since 1968. These turbulators, made from various metals including galvanised mild steel, stainless steel, copper, and Monel metal, are designed for efficient heat transfer with minimal pressure loss.
Unique Applications and Expertise
Ormiston is known for its ability to provide solutions for unconventional and highly specialised requirements. The company has collaborated with special effects departments for film and TV productions, artists and sculptors on installations, and offers custom solutions where standard products may not suffice. Their commitment to attention to detail, from initial consultation to quality assurance, underpins their reputation for versatility and excellence in addressing complex wire and cable challenges.
