Who We Are
Over 45 years of specialist conveyor belt engineering. From a one-man operation to one of the UK's most trusted vulcanising companies, discover our story, our people, and the standards we live by.
Our Company
Our story began over 40 years ago, underground at a Stoke-on-Trent coal mine. Fresh out of school, after a short spell as a builder, Nigel began work as a collier- a role he hated. After almost being sacked for calling in sick, he was offered a final chance: working in conveyor maintenance. It was here he learned the ropes in one of the toughest environments around.
In 2000, Nigel and Alison founded N E Vulcanising, with their dining table as an office and the garage as a workshop. Starting with a single van, a set of tools and sheer determination, Nigel built the business through hard work, reinvestment and earning the trust of customers.
Today, N E Vulcanising remains proudly family-run, with Daniel leading the business alongside Nigel, Alison and their daughters; Samantha, Shelley & Sophie. At the heart of the company is a team of highly skilled, hard working engineers, some of whom have been with us for over 15 years.
What started as one man’s determination to provide for his family has become a business built on trust, hard work and doing the job properly. And after all these years, that’s still how it’s done.
Our Journey
Nigel is employed at Hem Heath colliery in Stoke-on-Trent. His role includes overseeing the conveyors, maintaining the mechanics & vulcanised joints.
After leaving the pit, Nigel worked for several crushing & screening companies before becoming self-employed, starting with a single van, providing conveyor belt maintenance & vulcanising services across the UK.
N E Vulcanising Ltd. is incorporated. The business grows steadily through gaining repeat work, building a strong reputation for reliability, and continued reinvestment in equipment and services.
Nigel's son Daniel joins the company as demand increases and workloads grow across multiple sites, marking the start of the next generation.
The business moves into its first industrial premises, providing a dedicated base for tools, stock, and operations.
Significant volumes of conveyor belting are imported & held in stock for the first time. This improves response times and reduces downtime for customers.
The company moves to a bigger unit & invests in belt slitters, belt winders and additional vulcanising presses, improving efficiency and allowing more work to be completed in-house.
N E Vulcanising moves into its current 15,000 sq. ft unit, significantly increasing storage capacity, workshop space and operational capability.
N E Vulcanising begins servicing the largest limestone quarry in Europe, while continuing to support quarries, recycling, foundries and heavy industry — demonstrating the company’s ability to meet growing demand at scale.
Now a team of 15, including 11 engineers, the company holds one of the UK’s largest ranges of conveyor belting and associated products, supported by a modern fleet of fully equipped vans, serving industries all over the UK.
Our People
Our strength is our people. Every member of the NEV team brings hands-on experience, specialist training, and a commitment to getting the job done right.
Standards We Meet
We are committed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility. Our accreditations demonstrate our dedication to professional excellence.
Approved contractor through Avetta, demonstrating compliance with industry health, safety, and risk management standards.
All staff hold Safety Pass Alliance quarry passports, ensuring they are site-ready, fully compliant, and able to work efficiently on every job.
MEWP Association certified for operating cranes, forklifts, telescopic handlers, cherry pickers & scissor lifts.
All operatives are trained in harness use, learning how to fit, adjust, and work secured at elevation.
Comprehensive Nationwide Support
Whatever the belt, whatever the problem, we’ve got the experience, equipment and know-how to get the job done.
