Defence Industry Stillages & Cages
Precision-Engineered Stillages for the Defence Industry
Lowe Stillages & Cages is a trusted partner in the defence and military sector, providing rugged, custom-engineered stillages and material handling solutions built to withstand harsh environments and sensitive operational needs. We support major defence contractors and military manufacturers with expertly designed cages, frames, and transport solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, traceability, and performance.
Built for Strength, Designed for Compliance
From production support frames for military vehicles to transport solutions for gabions and defence fortifications, our stillages are engineered for durability, safety and ease of use. Defence environments demand traceable processes, strict confidentiality and robust, load-bearing equipment. Lowe delivers all three.
Our designs are developed with a full understanding of operational, regulatory and logistical demands, ensuring secure handling and safe transportation of high-value military equipment and components.
Popular Products Supplied to Defence Clients
- Armoured Vehicle Part Stillages – For transport and storage of heavy-duty military vehicle components
- Gabion & Barrier Transport Frames – Stillages built for bulk and secure movement
- Production Line Support Trolleys – Designed for use in military assembly and engineering bays
- Tooling & Maintenance Equipment Stands – Safe and stable storage for mission-critical tools and repair gear
Key Features of Our Military-Grade Stillages
- Heavy-duty construction to withstand combat and transport stress
- Fully traceable materials and manufacturing process (CE accredited)
- Designed with LOLER-compliant lifting attachments and load security
- Tested and validated using Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Custom finishes for corrosion resistance in exposed conditions
- Weld quality verification and NDE qualifications
Secure Supply Chain & Compliance Support
We understand the need for discretion, export control, and high-integrity data handling. Lowe ensures:
Complete traceability of labour and material sources
Serialised units with PO and batch tracking
Conformance to client specifications and industry regulations
Documented safety testing (FAIR, LAIR, dye pen, load tests)
Confidential handling of CAD files and IP-sensitive designs
Why Defence Engineers Rely on Lowe
- 30+ years of experience with military and MOD-standard equipment
- Solutions proven in tracked vehicle, submarine and defence vehicle production
- Engineering and documentation expertise tailored to high-security operations
- Long-term relationships based on trust, performance, and discretion
Let’s Build a Solution for Your Project
If you’re looking to upgrade your material handling systems in line with industry regulations and harsh operational demands, Lowe Stillages & Cages can help. Our team will assess your project requirements and design a bespoke solution tailored to your components and environment.