Sheffield firm Gripple marks 25 year anniversary

Posted on 16 Jul 2014 by Thomas Colson

Sheffield-based wire joiner and tensioner Gripple has marked its 25th anniversary.

The firm is known for its Gripple fasteners, which were launched in 1988. Existing methods of joining two wires were cumbersome and Hugh Facey, then a wire salesman, recognised the potential of an innovative solution. Having established itself in the agriculture and viticulture markets, the company has since expanded into the construction industry Gripple Limited…

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