Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Workwear & Protective Clothing Supplier in Stockport
Ballyclare Limited has been safeguarding workers' safety and comfort for over a century, establishing itself as a leading European supplier of workwear and protective clothing. We design, manufacture, and distribute high-quality functional workwear, specialist PPE, and structural firefighting kits for emergency services. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative technologies, using premium fabrics to ensure maximum protection and all-day comfort. We offer comprehensive Managed After Care services through partnerships with quality laundry providers, ensuring long-term garment maintenance. With operations in the UK, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands, we serve diverse sectors from individual workers to multinational corporations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our state-of-the-art IT systems, in-house embroidery facilities, and scalable manufacturing capabilities. We maintain two national distribution centres and dedicated customer service teams across Europe to ensure efficient service delivery. Our brands, including Ballyclare Limited, Pioner, and GORE-TEX, meet the highest safety standards while prioritising ergonomic design and modern aesthetics. We collaborate with industry leaders to develop solutions tailored to specific hazards, from arc flash protection to multi-hazard environments. Our expertise spans sectors including automotive, healthcare, public order, and emergency services, serving clients such as Network Rail, Mercedes-Benz, and European fire departments.
Services
Workwear
Protective Clothing
PPE
Firefighting Gear
Healthcare Uniforms
Managed After Care
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- We design garments from scratch using advanced technologies
- We operate to the highest safety and quality standards
- We collaborate with leading fabric suppliers globally
- Our IT systems ensure efficient order management
- We have scalable manufacturing and two national distribution centres
Associations and certifications
- EU Declarations of Conformity
- PPE Standards
Services
Workwear
Ballyclare Limited's workwear combines ergonomic design with durable materials to ensure comfort and safety across industries. Our garments feature flexibility-enhancing technologies and modern aesthetics. Available in multiple collections tailored to specific occupational hazards.
Firefighting Gear
Structural firefighting suits utilise advanced multi-layer technologies for maximum protection. Designed for UK, German, and Dutch fire services, our gear incorporates flame-resistant materials and breathable membranes. Meets international safety standards for extreme environments.
PPE
Our PPE ranges address multi-hazard environments including arc flash and explosive conditions. Products feature high-visibility elements and protective linings. Designed for sectors like power generation and transportation infrastructure.
Healthcare Uniforms
The Haen collection offers tailored healthcare uniforms with functional designs. Features include accent colours, modern collars, and easy-care fabrics. Suits medical professionals in hospitals and clinics across the Netherlands.
Managed After Care
We partner with quality laundry providers for garment maintenance. Ensures continued protection and longevity of workwear. Includes industrial laundering and repair services for corporate clients.
People
Andrew Buckley
Business Development Manager
34 years in textiles with 16 years at Ballyclare Limited. Specialises in automotive, police, and justice sectors. Expert in developing custom protective solutions for end users.
Dick Gesthuizen
Senior Account Manager
Dutch market specialist with decades of experience. Manages relationships with major end users and laundry companies. Focuses on new collection development and international expansion.
Roy Titulaer
Senior Account Manager
Netherlands healthcare sector expert. Former KLM Clothing project manager. Handles distributor partnerships and hospital contracts with customer-focused approach.
Karin Klein Hesselink
Head of Product and Certification
Textile engineer with 12+ years in firefighter gear. Leads Benelux market development. Active in international protective clothing standardisation committees.
Christine Gebhard
Sales and Branch Director
30+ years sales experience. Manages Hamburg branch operations. Focuses on customer service optimisation and international process improvements.
Questions
How long has Ballyclare Limited been in business?
Ballyclare Limited has protected workers for over 100 years, established in 1910.
What industries do you serve?
We supply automotive, healthcare, emergency services, public order, and infrastructure sectors.
Do you offer custom protective solutions?
Yes, we develop tailored PPE based on specific occupational hazard requirements.
Are your products internationally certified?
All PPE meets EU Declarations of Conformity and relevant safety standards.
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Reviews (1)
Ben Earlam
Aug 31, 2016
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I would like to thank Ballyclare very much for showing me how they make products keep up with the demanding requirements of modern firefighting and for their present of the lovely MSA Gallet helmet! Thank you to all the team at Ballyclare Your AMAZING!




