24/09/2026
145 Years On: The Power of Adaptability in Manufacturing
Few manufacturing businesses can trace their roots back to 1881.
Lander's story began in a Birmingham attic, where William Lander started bending wire products to supplement his income, selling his goods from a hand cart on the streets of one of the world's great industrial cities. What started as a small enterprise built on hard work and determination would become the foundation of a business that has stood the test of time.
Since those early days, the world of manufacturing has changed beyond recognition.
Industrial revolutions, economic downturns, changing markets, new technologies, global competition, shifting customer demands, and evolving manufacturing methods have all challenged businesses throughout the decades. The companies that survive are those that adapt, and adaptation has always been part of Lander's DNA.
Over nearly a century and a half, we've continually evolved our capabilities, diversified our offering, embraced new opportunities, and invested in the future, while staying true to the engineering expertise that has been at the heart of our business from the very beginning.
More recently, the business has continued its growth journey through investment and acquisition, strengthening our capabilities and expanding our reach into new markets and applications.
What makes us most proud, however, is not simply our longevity. It's the people, values, and culture that have remained constant throughout generations of change. The number of long-serving employees across the business is a testament to the family-oriented approach that has helped shape Lander for over 145 years.
From a Birmingham attic to a modern engineering and manufacturing business, our history is a story of perseverance, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to progress.
And if our past has taught us anything, it's that the ability to evolve is what ensures success for the future.
