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Founded in March 1985 by two enterprising 21-year-olds, High Peak Steels emerged with a single, uncompromising goal: to deliver a level of service in the steel industry that engineering companies had never experienced before. Identifying a clear gap in the market, the founders sought to redefine expectations in a sector where timely delivery and personal service were often lacking.
A legacy of service, growth & reliability
Delivering Excellence Since 1985
From a modest porter cabin office equipped with just one phone and a single delivery wagon, High Peak Steels quickly built a reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and putting the customer first. These foundational values continue to define the company to this day.
1985
Pioneering Service in a Niche Market
Humble Beginnings, Bold Vision
In an industry dominated by bulk suppliers and impersonal service, High Peak Steels began by focusing on a niche – engineering companies requiring precise, on-time steel deliveries. The founders’ hands-on approach and commitment to doing things differently resonated immediately. By prioritising the needs of smaller, often-overlooked clients, they set a new standard in customer service from day one.
1990
Building Trust, Delivering Growth
From Vision to Reality
The company’s unwavering commitment to “on time, in full” delivery became its hallmark, allowing it to flourish where others faltered. As demand grew, so did the infrastructure behind the brand. In December 1990, just five years after its founding, High Peak Steels opened the doors to its own purpose-built warehouse – a milestone that came much sooner than expected and one that symbolised the trust and loyalty the company had earned from its clients.
2000 - 2020
Investing in Scale and Innovation
Strategic Growth and Modernisation
With a steadily growing customer base across the UK, High Peak Steels expanded both its physical capacity and service capabilities. The company’s delivery fleet grew to eight vehicles, enabling nationwide delivery, while substantial investments in technology and infrastructure allowed operations to scale without compromising the personal service that defined the brand.
Today, the company has access to 10,000 tons of stock across 3,000 product lines, offering unmatched choice, flexibility, and availability to its customers.
2023 - 2024
Recent Expansion, Future-Focused
Strengthening for Tomorrow
In its latest phase of development, High Peak Steels completed a major 20,000-square-foot expansion of its warehouse facilities. This growth was matched by operational enhancements, including the addition of eight new Scania vehicles to further optimise delivery performance. These investments reinforce the company’s ongoing promise to deliver “on time and in full,” even as demand grows and markets evolve.
The High Peak Steels Promise
For nearly four decades, High Peak Steels has remained steadfast in its mission:
To provide engineering companies across the UK with exceptional steel supply solutions backed by world-class service.
As the company looks to the future, its founding values remain at the core of every delivery, every investment, and every relationship. With a legacy built on trust, performance, and continuous improvement, High Peak Steels stands ready to meet the demands of modern industry – without ever losing sight of the service-first ethos that started it all.
