Winter Shutdown Dates 2024/25
Posted on Dec 02, 2024The Bloxwich Group companies will be commencing their annual winter shutdown of all their facilities shortly. Winter Shutdown We finish on Friday the 20th of December at 4.30pm. We return on Monday the 6th of January at 08.00am. As a result last deliveries will be sent out on Tuesday the 17th of December (UK) and […]
Read more >Winter Is Here
Posted on Nov 22, 2024This post was supposed to start with winter is coming but we were a few days late in creating it. So, depending on where you are in the UK, winter and storm Bert are possibly already well and truly here! We are well past the leaves falling off the trees and it starting to get […]
Read more >Now Accepting Apple Pay – www.bloxwichdoorgear.com
Posted on Jul 02, 2024Software Upgrade As part of the latest software upgrade Bloxwich have changed their online payment methods. Credit cards are now processed through Seller Deck Pay (Powered by ClearAccept). Also included is Apple Pay, providing increased flexibility and convenience for customers. What Does This Mean? With Apple Pay check out is extremely quick and secure in www.bloxwichdoorgear.com. […]
Read more >Dodgy Doors, Perforated Panels or Rotten Roofs – Bloxwich Can Help
Posted on Jun 27, 2024Having been involved with shipping containers and offshore containers since they were invented Bloxwich have seen it all. Customers regularly contact us and send photos so this container image is typical of so many we see. Holes in the already thin sides or “extra ventilation” as some people call it are common. So are leaking […]
Read more >Scheduled Factory Maintenance Work
Posted on May 22, 2024As a result of ongoing scheduled factory maintenance work there will no deliveries or collections to or from our head office and warehouse in Cannock from Thursday the 13th to Friday the 14th of June. Q) How will this maintenance work affect my order? A) All orders will be delayed by at least one working […]
Read more >Lashing Products – Large Stocks & Great Prices
Posted on May 14, 2024At Bloxwich we stock a range of mild steel and stainless-steel lashing products including, wire formed and forged lashing rings, lashing ring assemblies/sets, cleats, housings and rope hooks or net points. Our lashing products assemblies/sets section contains a range of surface mounted and recessed and weld on and bolt on products with a range of […]
Read more >Catchy – Paddle Catches & T Handle Catches
Posted on Mar 28, 2024Commonly used on HGV’s, LCV’s, horseboxes and generator sets etc. Bloxwich now stock even more paddle catches & T handle catches. They are part of our Catches & Latches range at www.bloxwichdoorgear.com with great prices and large stocks. T Handle Catches Also known as “recessed drop T handles” these catches have an adjustable latch height […]
Read more >www.bloxwichdoorgear.com – A “One Stop Shop”
Posted on Feb 01, 2024What started out as a regular enquiry for door gear, turned into much more. As part of a vehicle conversion, Meeks Fabrications in Rainham with the help of the knowledgeable Bloxwich sales staff and the Bloxwich “one stop shop” went through the end customers’ requirements. The enquiry quickly grew into the supply of loose kits […]
Read more >It’s that Time of Year Again……Strathpuffer Time
Posted on Jan 17, 2024This year the Strathpuffer 24 came round again very quickly and with a hectic festive period for all followed by a hectic return to work we could have maybe done with another week to get organised, but it is what it is so over the 13th and 14th of January we were back in Contin […]
Read more >Doing Our Bit – Bloxwich Group
Posted on Sep 26, 2023At Bloxwich we don’t have massive neon signs on our buildings lighting up the skyline and we don’t leave the lights on when nobody is home either. The very nature of our business doesn’t result in a massive carbon footprint, but we are still doing our bit to reduce waste and be more efficient where […]
Read more >What Goes Up Must Come Down?
Posted on Aug 18, 2023Recently the prices for most goods and services have only been going one way, but with global commerce now almost fully recovered from the pandemic and with material prices and logistics costs back down to where they once were the prices for lots of products really should be coming back down again. Obviously in the […]
Read more >Like What We Do? Would You Write a Review?
Posted on Jul 07, 2023Despite being in business since 1915 Bloxwich still need to incorporate all the latest marketing techniques to maintain and ideally grow our business. So, as a recent customer would you please write a Google review? Why Do We Need Reviews? Customer Feedback: Writing a review gives customers the opportunity to share their experiences and provide […]
Read more >Bloxwich By Numbers – 46 Years and Counting
Posted on Jul 04, 2023Our Sales & Logistics Manager Craig Hyden is our longest serving employee ever at 46 years and counting. A bit like jubilees extremely long lengths of service are very rare these days. For Craig to achieve such a milestone only stands as a testament to his dedication and love for his work at Bloxwich. Where […]
Read more >New bloxwichdoorgear.com Online Shop Launched
Posted on May 31, 2023Our new online shop has now been launched! Please visit www.bloxwichdoorgear.com to see what’s new. Software The site now has a cleaner look and feel and uses the latest SellerDeck software for more functionality, performance, and security. Ever since it was launched in 2013 our online shop has grown and evolved to meet the needs […]
Read more >Container Corner Castings
Posted on May 23, 2023Used on ISO dry freight containers, reefers, open tops, tank containers, offshore containers and numerous other products and structures our corner castings conform to ISO 1161. They are also provided with a EN10204:2004 3.2 certificate (equivalent to 3.1C in ISO 10474) as some industries require it. Increased Stocks/Availability Funnily enough we regularly get container loads […]
Read more >What a Show – 2023 Commercial Vehicle Show
Posted on Apr 23, 2023Thank you A big thank you from everyone at Bloxwich Group to all the customers and suppliers old and new who we met at the commercial vehicle show last week (18th-20th of April 2023 at the NEC). There was so much to see and so many people to talk too but unfortunately so little time […]
Read more >Less Than a Week to Go, Will We See You at the CV Show?
Posted on Apr 10, 2023Bloxwich Group will be at the CV show.
Read more >Bloxwich Door Gear Handle Options
Posted on Mar 21, 2023At Bloxwich we offer a range of handle options for our door gear. For Ø27 & 34mm models there are 4 options and for our lighter duty Ø22mm door gear the BCP14354 and BCSP14354 small forged handles are the default but off course we can fit the other forged, pressed, pressed long and D Grip […]
Read more >Another Load of CIMC Container Parts Arrives
Posted on Mar 03, 2023At Bloxwich we only use the best suppliers and that includes CIMC, the biggest shipping container manufacturer in the world. Bloxwich have been working with China International Marine Containers for a long time at the request of several customers. However in 2020 we started working with CIMC Intermodal Equilink Co. Ltd to import spare parts […]
Read more >New Online Shop
Posted on Feb 28, 2023Our new online shop is coming soon! The same great products & service but with a new cleaner look, more functionality & better performance. What’s Different? Brand new cleaner design in the latest software Loqate used for quick address lookups Wish lists (account required) PayPal check out option at several stages Back to the top […]
Read more >Another Sales Order Flies Out the Door
Posted on Feb 17, 2023With our regular business and our online shop there are always sales orders going out the doors. Couriers and customers are collecting every day and our own vehicles are out locally too. So what’s so exciting about this sales order? Well, it is another sales order containing various Bloxwich parts including hinges and door gear […]
Read more >Finally the Strathpuffer is Back Again
Posted on Jan 17, 2023After an enforced break of 2 years throughout the pandemic the Strathpuffer was back on the 14th and 15th of January 2023 in its usual venue of Contin forest near Strathpeffer and yes we were stupid enough to give it another go. The Team “The Pscyclepath” team was to be Alec, Luca, Scott and myself […]
Read more >Keep it Safe – Dark Nights are Here
Posted on Dec 14, 2022Dark nights are here! Need to keep your trailers and containers safe? You can count on Bloxwich Truck and Container security products to give you peace of mind. Our selection of door locks, king pin locks, anti-hitch locks, lockboxes and accessories can help keep your storage safe. Door Locks – Keep it Safe Our budget […]
Read more >Updated Contact Hours
Posted on Oct 04, 2022Bloxwich Truck and Container will be transitioning into a trial Four Day Work Week.
Read more >Annual Summer Shutdown Dates
Posted on Jul 04, 2022Please note that Bloxwich Truck & Container will be on its annual summer shutdown from the 25th to 29th of July. Please ensure that we have all orders for July delivery as soon as possible to ensure timely arrival. We finish on Friday the 22nd of July at 1.00pm. We return on Monday the 1st of August […]
Read more >Tons of Container Panels Now in Stock
Posted on Jun 28, 202228 tons minimum to be precise (or a container load) are in stock at any time. Even more are due soon as we try to deal with the growing demand for panels and doors. Rotten roofs, dodgy doors and perforated panels are all too common with the large number of ex shipping containers used for […]
Read more >Every Little Helps
Posted on Mar 04, 2022Bloxwich Truck & Container have helped out West End Reds under 18’s football team by providing them with new training tops. Obviously they have the Bloxwich Truck & Container logo on them too. Every little helps and the contribution has been greatly appreciated by all the players and coaches. Running a football team even at […]
Read more >These are Really Catching On
Posted on Jan 26, 2022At Bloxwich we have always sold a range of catches and latches. However as these are really catching on we now offer a bigger range and we also carry much more stock too. From the recessed over centre locks commonly fitted to HGV trailer folding sides, to the adjustable eccentric over centre latches fitted to […]
Read more >Shipping by Postcode
Posted on Sep 20, 2021It may not sound very exciting but our online shop at www.bloxwichdoorgear.com now has the “shipping by postcode” extension installed. Put simply “shipping by postcode” uses your postcode to start the delivery cost calculation. Postcodes are grouped into the 19 different zones used by our couriers. Our shop contains matching information and prices for each […]
Read more >Keeper, Cam and Other Door Gear Options
Posted on Aug 25, 2021There are several Bloxwich door gear options to suit customers needs. As a result it can be difficult to find the exact model you need. So, here’s a brief explanation of them all: Loose parts (without tube) or fully welded ready for immediate fitting. Mild steel or stainless steel. Tube diameters of Ø22mm, Ø27mm or […]
Read more >3D Secure
Posted on May 11, 2021Bloxwich have enabled 3D Secure for online card payments via our online shop www.bloxwichdoorgear.com. As per the Payment Services Directive v2 (PSD2); introduced to further improve the security of online payments and to reduce card fraud. Strong customer authentication will be provided by 3D Secure which is a requirement of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). […]
Read more >Bloxwich Truck & Container? Don’t Let the Name Fool You
Posted on Apr 19, 2021There’s much more to the Bloxwich Truck & Container than the name suggests. Our products are used in so many different industries and on so many completely different products that it’s impossible to list them. Trucks & Trailers As the name suggests our products have been heavily associated with the truck and trailer industries since […]
Read more >Happy Easter
Posted on Mar 31, 2021Wishing everyone a Happy Easter from all the Bloxwich Group, Bloxwich Truck & Container, Bloxwich Stamping and Bloxwich Trading staff. As a result all our offices are closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Our online shop at www.bloxwichdoorgear.com remains open and the offices re-open on Tuesday the 6th of April. Happy Easter and stay safe From […]
Read more >Cycle to Work Scheme
Posted on Feb 28, 2021Bloxwich have recently joined the governments Cycle to Work Scheme. After some research we decided to go with Cyclesheme. However being new to whole process we had lots of questions until we understood how it worked. Despite the UK bike shortages and lockdown restrictions Bloxwich bought their the first bike through the scheme fairly quickly. […]
Read more >Bloxwich Is Open as Normal & Here to Help
Posted on Jan 07, 2021Happy New Year, Unfortunately, during these difficult times, another year just brings another lockdown for lots of us. Hopefully with better treatments and vaccines rolling out things improve quickly for everyone. Open as Normal Bloxwich remains open as normal, the new normal that is and as per latest government guidelines we continue to do our […]
Read more >Bloxwich by Numbers – 20 years
Posted on Nov 13, 2020That’s 20 years since the “Millennium” door gear model was first introduced by Bloxwich. Better known as the B2000MN it’s hard to believe it’s 20 years since this model of Ø27mm door gear was first introduced into the truck markets all over the world. In that same year Jenifer Lopez was in the charts with […]
Read more >It’s a Sign of the Times
Posted on Oct 09, 2020These days we are all getting used to lots of extra signage everywhere due to Covid. There are new signs up all over the UK indoors and out doors and on the roads and pavements. They tell us about social distancing, wearing masks, one way systems, new opening hours and washing our hands etc. Unfortunately, […]
Read more >All the Colours of the Rainbow
Posted on Aug 31, 2020Historically we only offered our injection moulded products in a few colours. They gave a quick and easy visual indication of the products size in most cases. For example the different door gear bush sizes used on our Ø22, 27 & 34mm door gear are easy to tell apart. However its not so easy to […]
Read more >Sometimes No News Is Good News?
Posted on Jun 15, 2020That may be true at times but not right now. At Bloxwich we’ve kept a low profile with no news recently as everyone has had enough to deal with. However as the UK economy and others begin to recover no news is no use so we need to start posting again. As usual there is […]
Read more >COVID-19 Update Bloxwich Group
Posted on Mar 25, 2020Dear Customer or Supplier, As the global impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic grows and measures to combat it change and escalate every day, we’re doing our best to keep everyone healthy and […]
Read more >Our 2020 Vision – Bloxwich Group
Posted on Feb 17, 2020Our 2020 vision is to make everything much clearer for our customers. From websites to catalogues and brochures we’re going to update them all. A New Secure Company Website For years we have had separate websites for the groups companies Bloxwich Truck & Container, Bloxwich Stamping & Bloxwich Trading. We have always had a separate […]
Read more >Valentine’s Special Offer
Posted on Feb 07, 2020Treat your loved one this year with our valentine’s special offer. 3 for the price of 2 on all rings, lashing rings that is (and cleats too). While they are not very romantic we know, but hopefully they are rather practical. So just use this coupon code* at checkout: LASHING PRODUCTS * valentine’s special offer […]
Read more >Bloxwich Back at the Strathpuffer24
Posted on Jan 21, 2020Last year’s Strathpuffer24 was a poor show for us so this time we got more organised. We planned for everything and bought a new tent and one new bike. We even had a chiminea for the gazebo and for once everyone had ice tyres and remembered to bring them. So, what could possibly go wrong? […]
Read more >Bloxwich Door Gear In Use-Cutlass Mechanical Engineering Ltd
Posted on Sep 30, 2019We are very used to seeing bloxwich door gear and other products all over the country fitted to all different types of trucks, shipping containers and offshore containers. However we know they can also be used in all sorts of other interesting applications. We love to see these different uses of our products so hopefully […]
Read more >Offshore Europe 2019
Posted on Aug 21, 2019There are less than two weeks until the start of SPE Offshore Europe 2019. So have you got your tickets yet? This year’s show runs from the 3rd to the 6th of September. Held at the brand new P & J live venue, near the airport in Aberdeen. For more details please see https://www.offshore-europe.co.uk/ Unfortunately […]
Read more >Made to Last
Posted on Aug 06, 2019Have you ever bought a “new”, “lighter”, “cheaper” or “improved” product only to find out that it breaks or wears out much more quickly than the old one did? This is not a problem at Bloxwich as our products are made to really last. Our tried and tested designs are still made to the same […]
Read more >A Little Bit of Team Building Goes a Long Way
Posted on Jul 03, 2019Especially if you’re on a Segway or go-kart! Team building, the Bloxwich way. At Bloxwich Group our experienced staff are occasionally allowed to have some fun during working time! In all seriousness the teams at Bloxwich Truck & Container, Bloxwich Stamping and Bloxwich Trading work very closely with each other to ensure our customers get […]
Read more >Customer Support
Posted on Jun 19, 2019Sometimes we all need a hand. Maybe the Bloxwich customer support team can help? Whether you: Need sample parts to review and test fit? Are having trouble identifying parts? Are looking for a solution to meet your build needs? Need a new supplier or manufacturer? First of all we are happy to visit existing and […]
Read more >Bloxwich BCP & BCSP Part Numbers, Trademarks & Copyrights
Posted on Jun 10, 2019BCP, BCSP & CAT part numbers and others can date back to the very start of the Bloxwich Lock & Stamping Company in 1915. BCP ® (Bloxwich Container Part) Part numbers are used across our entire range of mild steel products. BCSP TM (Bloxwich Container Stainless Part) Part numbers are used across our entire range of […]
Read more >CAT500 Floor Lashing Ring Special Offer
Posted on May 07, 2019Our production team got a bit carried away, so during the month of May, the CAT500 floor lashing ring is on special offer and we are offering you the chance to save first. Designed to be recessed in at floor level and engineered for ease of assembly to trailer frames by welding, forming an integral […]
Read more >Happy Easter
Posted on Apr 15, 2019Happy Easter Wishing everyone a Happy Easter from all the Bloxwich Truck & Container, Bloxwich Stamping and Bloxwich Trading staff. As a result all our offices are closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Our online shop at www.bloxwichdoorgear.com remains open and the offices re-open on Tuesday the 23rd of April. For more information on […]
Read more >King Pin Lock Servicing
Posted on Nov 06, 2018King Pin Lock BCP13811 & Veloc King Pin Lock BCP16035 supplied by Bloxwich Truck & Container should be checked and serviced before the winter, this is a simple procedure. Make sure you remove old grease and oils, check for good key operation, re-grease, oil and place back in the Bloxwich clean bag (BCP-30000). We suggest you ensure you have […]
Read more >ISO 9001:2015 Approval for Bloxwich Stamping
Posted on Oct 05, 2018Quality Products and Services At Bloxwich Stamping we manufacture quality pressed and injection moulded products and provide engineering services. However don’t just take our word for it. Check out our new ISO 9001:2015 certificate (which replaces the previous 2008 approvals) or better still try some of our quality products and services. For more information please […]
Read more >ISO 9001: 2015 Approval for Bloxwich Group
Posted on Oct 05, 2018Quality Design, Manufacture and Supply At Bloxwich Truck & Container we design, manufacture and supply quality products to the commercial vehicle and container markets and many more but don’t just take our word for it. Check out our new ISO 9001:2015 certificate (which replaces the previous 2008 approvals) or better still try some of our […]
Read more >Free Mousemat with Orders Over £50
Posted on Aug 24, 2018Bloxwich Group Free Mousemat Free mousemat, just shop at www.bloxwichdoorgear.com and add the products you need to your cart, as long as the total (excluding VAT if applicable) is over £50, a link to a free Bloxwich Group “Brite Mat” mousemat will appear. Select the link and “add to cart” for it to be added […]
Read more >Can You Handle it? The BCSP12270 Grab Handle Can
Posted on Aug 20, 2018Supplied in: 304 polished stainless steel grab handle Use: Pressed tubular grab handle for use on commercial vehicles and containers. Can also be used in many other applications e.g. vans, horse boxes & trailers etc. Weight: 228 g For more information please call us on +44(0) 1543 435 160, email sales@bloxwichgroup.com or see our range of […]
Read more >DROPS – Bloxwich are Members
Posted on Aug 20, 2018Bloxwich have once again renewed their annual member of DROPS (Dropped Object Prevention Scheme) the Oil & Gas industry wide initiative focused on preventing dropped objects, with the ultimate goal of delivering a second nature dropped objects prevention strategy. Whilst we are not directly involved in the industries were regular DROPS issues occur some of our Bloxwich […]
Read more >Plastic in Tonnes
Posted on Jun 27, 2018BOY does this machine move !!!!! More bushes anyone? Bloxwich Stamping, not just stamping but plastic injection mouldings too.
Read more >Need to Unlock More Information?
Posted on Jun 13, 2018Bloxwich Group Corporate Video The Bloxwich Group of Companies and are global manufacturers and distributors to many industries but don’t forget about Bloxwich Truck and Container, Bloxwich Stamping and Bloxwich Trading too. Click the image below to watch our group corporate video. Video Our latest video explains a little bit about our long history, our manufacturing […]
Read more >New Bloxwich Group Website Launched
Posted on May 10, 2018We are delighted to announce the launch of our updated Bloxwich Group website. The previous landing page only served to link customers to our existing websites in addition to our online shop and also our technical centre. The new website still has all those links but it now does much more. Updates include: More information […]
Read more >Improved Online Shop NOW OPEN
Posted on Apr 11, 2018We have improved our online shop with increased speed, reliability, support and security. More improvements are coming soon. See www.bloxwichdoorgear.com and “Bloxwich Secure Online Shop” for details, call us on +44(0)1543 435 160, email sales@bloxwichgroup.com Don’t forget about out other company websites, www.bloxwichtc.co.uk, www.bloxwichstamping.com & www.bloxwichtrading.com
Read more >ISO, Did You Know?
Posted on Feb 12, 2018Did you know? That Bloxwich now stock even more ISO container fittings? Used across several industries but with their origins firmly in container shipping they are most commonly found on container ship decks and in their holds. However, they are now increasingly used for stacking ISO and offshore containers temporarily and permanently both onshore and […]
Read more >Bloxwich Secure Online Shop
Posted on Feb 08, 2018At Bloxwich we try to embrace new technology so we first invested in an online shop back in 2013. With our history and a large range of products it was always going to take time to develop an online shop and then more time to populate it fully but its success continues to grow both […]
Read more >Bloxwich Haynet Rings BC(S)P16010 & BC(S)P16011
Posted on Feb 08, 2018Our haynet rings are currently on offer in store and online. SWL: 227 kg. Supplied in: Mild steel zinc plated or stainless steel and with or without the injection moulded back plate (BCP16013). Use: Provides a bolt-on snag free rope lashing point. Commonly used in horseboxes and tack boxes but it can be used anywhere. […]
Read more >Bloxwich Door Gear Copies?
Posted on Feb 02, 2018We know there are copies of our original designs in the market but their one advantage over our original designs i.e. their price is not what it used to be. So, are you? Facing rising prices due to increasing material costs, exchange rates, & inflation? Struggling to get your parts on time or suffering increased […]
Read more >HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY B2000!
Posted on Sep 29, 2017Originally designed in 1977 our B2000 door gear is now 40 and still going strong (with a few revisions and options added along the way). It’s available in a variety of configurations including bushed and unbushed, variable height, and narrow base cams and keepers. All for use with Ø27mm tube and either forged, D grip, […]
Read more >Injection Mouldings for Bloxwich Truck & Container
Posted on Dec 09, 2016Here at Bloxwich Stamping we produce a vast range of products including plastic injection mouldings for Bloxwich Truck & Container. Products such as door gear bushes, hinge bushes and door handle spacers are constantly made here in the heart of the Midlands in the UK. For more information on the Bloxwich range of products see […]
Read more >From Concept to Production
Posted on Nov 16, 2016From your original concept, to design and then production Bloxwich Stamping is here to help. With our Solidworks CAD software, 3D printer, pressing and injection moulding equipment and tooling capabilities we can turn your ideas into parts very quickly. For design queries telephone +44 (0)1543 435 160 or email technical@bloxwichgroup.com
Read more >Bloxwich Stamping Team
Posted on Oct 05, 2016Our Bloxwich Stamping team working on another new order for Bloxwich customers. For more information go to www.bloxwichdoorgear.com where you can either download our current catalogue, or order from our online shop. For bulk orders, trade prices or setting up an account please telephone us on +44 (0)1543 435 160 or email sales@bloxwichgroup.com
Read more >Get a Handle On It
Posted on Sep 19, 2016Bloxwich Stamping are now manufacturing not only handles, but pressed hinges, brackets, retainers and bushes etc. To find out more download our catalogue or go to www.bloxwichdoorgear.com and have a look in our online shop. For bulk orders give our sales department a ring on +44 (0)1543 435 160 or email sales@bloxwichgroup.com where one the […]
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