At Lowe Stillages & Cages, we prioritise the safety of our employees and believe in the importance of encouraging a proactive reporting culture. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to promote reporting of concerns or hazards related to stillages, in accordance with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations…

At Lowe Stillages & Cages, we prioritise safety in stillage operations, aligning with the guidelines set by the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER). In this blog post, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on addressing the risks associated with stillage operations. By following these steps, you can create a safer…

At Lowe Stillages & Cages, we understand the importance of corrosion resistance when it comes to collapsible metal pallets. In this blog post, we will explore the various methods and protective measures we employ to ensure that our metal pallets stand the test of time and maintain their integrity. From galvanisation to stainless steel construction,…

Stillages are workhorses of the UK warehouse and factory floor, but they are only as safe as the people handling them. A dropped load, an overloaded frame or a poorly stacked column can cause serious injury and costly downtime. Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), employers have a clear legal…

Off-the-shelf handling equipment works well for standard loads, but the moment your products are an awkward size, unusually heavy, fragile, or need to be lifted, stacked and shipped in a specific way, a bespoke design almost always pays for itself. A stillage built around your load protects your goods, speeds up handling and keeps your…

Metal stillages and cages from Lowe Stillages & Cages are an integral part of various industries, facilitating storage, transport, and handling of materials. As versatile as these metal structures are, they face threats such as corrosion and exposure to harsh environments. A suitable solution is the application of protective paints, thereby enhancing durability and longevity.…

A warehouse trolley is only as good as the wheels underneath it. The right castors let a loaded trolley roll smoothly across your site, turn cleanly in tight aisles and stay put when parked, while the wrong ones stick, judder, wear out early or make loads unstable. This guide walks through how to choose castors…

A stillage is only as safe as its last inspection. When steel handling equipment is loaded, stacked, lifted and moved day after day, wear is inevitable — and a container that looked sound last month can develop cracked welds, distorted feet or fatigued lifting points that only a proper test will reveal. Regular load testing…

At Lowe Stillages & Cages, we understand the importance of high-quality surface finishes for our products. We utilize various techniques to ensure durability, aesthetics, and corrosion resistance. Let's explore some of the techniques we employ: Wet Paint Spraying: Wet paint spraying involves the application of liquid paint onto a surface using compressed air or a specialized…

At Stillages & Cages, we understand that a strong and reliable joint begins with a flawless weld. Let's explore the characteristics of a good weld and the pitfalls of a bad one, ensuring the utmost welding quality in our products. A good weld boasts several key factors. Penetration is paramount as the filler material should deeply…

Warehouse space is expensive, and heavy or awkward loads have a habit of eating into it fast. Machinery components, castings, automotive parts, construction materials and bagged goods all need somewhere secure to sit without sprawling across the floor. Fixed racking is one answer, but it is not the only one, and it is not something…

A safe warehouse depends on the equipment that moves and stores your stock as much as on the people working around it. Lowe Stillages & Cages designs and manufactures steel storage and handling equipment for UK industry, and metal stillages are one of the most practical ways to make a busy site both safer and…