Business Details
45 Years
experience
Abran Tools Ltd | Trusted Engineering Supplies
Established in 1981, we have built a reputation as reliable engineering merchants serving the UK Midlands. Our focus on quality service and comprehensive product knowledge has driven our growth from a specialist abrasive supplier to a diverse engineering materials provider. With over 60 years of combined industry experience among our current owners, we maintain Gerald Waters' original commitment to customer satisfaction. Our extensive range of tools, fasteners, and engineering consumables caters to both traditional and modern industrial needs. Located in Eccleshall, we combine local expertise with national supplier partnerships to meet diverse client requirements.Our team's technical knowledge ensures customers receive appropriate solutions for their specific engineering challenges. We continually update our product offerings to include the latest industry innovations while maintaining core essentials. Our website provides access to product guides and contact information for convenient service. While our physical premises offer in-person support, our online resources serve customers nationwide. As a family-owned business, we prioritise personal accountability and long-term relationships over transactional interactions.
Services
Engineering Tools
Fasteners & Fixings
Safety Equipment
Abrasive Materials
Welding Consumables
DIY Tool Supplies
Specialist Clamps
Lubricants & Adhesives
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of engineering supply experience
- Our owners collectively hold 60+ years industry expertise
- We maintain extensive local stock for rapid delivery
- Our technical team provides application-specific advice
- We combine traditional service with modern product solutions
Services
Engineering Tools
We supply professional-grade engineering tools meeting industry standards. Our range includes hand tools, measuring instruments, and specialist equipment for industrial applications. Customers benefit from our technical knowledge when selecting appropriate tools for specific engineering tasks.
Fasteners & Fixings
Our comprehensive fastener selection covers standard and specialist fixings for engineering projects. From basic nuts and bolts to precision-engineered components, we provide quality assured products suitable for various industrial applications and load requirements.
Safety Equipment
We offer workplace safety solutions including PPE and safety signage. Our range meets current health and safety regulations, helping businesses maintain compliant working environments while protecting employees during engineering operations.
Abrasive Materials
Our abrasive product line includes cutting, grinding, and polishing materials for metalworking applications. These consumables suit various engineering disciplines requiring precision surface preparation or material removal processes.
Welding Consumables
We supply electrodes, wires, and gases for multiple welding processes. Our consumables cater to both traditional and modern welding applications, supporting structural fabrication and repair work across industrial sectors.
People
Gerald Waters
Founder
Established Abran Tools in 1981 with a vision to provide quality engineering supplies and exceptional service to local industries.
George Edwards
Owner
Brings extensive industry experience as one of the current owners, maintaining the company's commitment to technical excellence and customer satisfaction.
Mark Rolfe
Owner
Contributes specialist knowledge as part of the ownership team, ensuring the business continues delivering quality engineering solutions.
Kim Alldritt
Owner
Provides technical expertise through ownership involvement, supporting the company's tradition of engineering supply excellence.
Questions
What engineering products do you supply?
We supply tools, fasteners, abrasives, welding consumables, safety equipment, and specialist engineering materials.
Do you serve customers outside the Midlands?
While based in Staffordshire, we provide delivery options to customers nationwide through our logistics network.
Can you help with specialist engineering requirements?
Our technical team offers application-specific advice and can source specialist items through our supplier partnerships.
How can I access product information?
Our website provides downloadable product guides and contact details for specific product inquiries.
What experience do your staff have?
Our owners collectively hold over 60 years' industry experience, with technical staff trained in modern engineering practices.
