Roberts is a small, independent, flexible, innovative, and friendly company, committed to product excellence, and to the continual improvement of the service which it provides to its customers. The company has a proud heritage stretching back over 120 years. Founded in 1887 (as Roberts Capsule Stopper Company Limited) as a trader in cork, we quickly moved into the manufacture of cork stoppers, and then into the complete manufacture and assembly of cork stoppers with pressed metal decorative tops. These were very widely used in the alcoholic spirits and drinks markets. As supplies become more difficult, the popularity of cork waned and gave way to pre-threaded caps and lids made of Aluminium & Tinplate. Once again, Roberts was at the forefront of this development. In the 1960's/70's, international patents made it difficult for us to follow the Twist-off and Pilfer-proof closure developments on any scale, and so it was necessary for the company to evolve along a slightly different path. Today, whilst we remain Europe's leading manufacturer of pre-threaded screwcaps, we are also the UK's premier trade manufacturer of godets (shallow metal pans/dishes into which cosmetic powders and make-up is pressed), and we are a world leader in the design and production of small metal pots, jars and containers. Customer sectors We supply many of the leading companies in the following sectors: • Fragrance, Cosmetics, and Toiletries • Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, and Veterinary • Niche Foods & Confectionery • Jewellery, Clothing, Leather, and other Luxury product packaging • Homecare and Shoe-care • Promotional and Giftware • Various Industrial Geographic markets We are a global supplier with customers in over 30 countries worldwide. Currently, we have sales partners (agents and stockists) in France, Benelux, Germany and the USA. Establishment and facilities The company is a privately owned business employing around 60 personnel at our brand new 30,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in south-east London. Through significant investment, we are continually modernizing and automating our plant and now operate some of the most modern, state-of-the-art press lines within our industry. As you would expect, we have extensive engineering facilities in support of our manufacturing operations.