Celebrating 60 Years of T-T: From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader

27 Nov 2018

From humble beginnings in the historic pottery town of Burslem, Stoke-On-Trent, in 1959, to becoming a leading provider of complete water handling solutions, T-T has reached a significant milestone—60 years of excellence!

The Journey from Burslem to Woore

Originally known as Vanroy, a general engineering company based on Lingard Street, T-T has evolved tremendously. Today, it operates six specialised divisions—T-T Pumps, T-T Controls, T-T Flow, T-T Pumping Stations, T-T Agricultural & Environmental, and T-T Service—each working together to deliver industry-leading solutions.

In 1970, T-T began manufacturing and supplying pumps, and by the 1980s, expanded into electrical control panel production. A pivotal moment came in 1989 with a management buy-out, setting the focus on pumps, pumping stations, control panels, and monitoring systems. This strategic direction paved the way for further expansion into waterworks valves and environmental equipment, offering customers a one-stop shop for water management solutions.

By 1998, T-T had outgrown its Stoke-on-Trent facilities and relocated to the picturesque village of Woore, a strategic move providing room for growth and excellent transport links. This expansion continued with the establishment of a cutting-edge Service and Repair Centre in 2011 and an extensive facility expansion in 2013, featuring state-of-the-art machinery and an 11,000 sq. ft. warehouse.

Achievements That Shaped Our Success

Over the years, T-T has built a legacy of innovation, collaboration, and customer commitment. Some key achievements include:

Becoming the leading provider of adoptable pumping stations, working closely with Water Authorities and major housebuilders.
Supplying bespoke control panels for the London Underground, helping modernise the transport network.
Vastly expanding our product portfolio, offering thousands of models available for online purchase with same-day dispatch.
Working on numerous biogas plants and farms across the UK, pioneering sustainable agricultural solutions.
Providing reliable service and maintenance across various industries, ensuring smooth operation of pumping systems nationwide.

Prestigious Projects & Landmark Contributions

T-T has proudly played a role in some iconic projects over the last six decades, including:

Supplying a control panel for The Queen’s visit to Dumfries House.
Installing a pumping station at Tenby Lighthouse for a Grand Designs project.
Providing drainage solutions for The Garden Festival at Festival Park (1986).
Developing a control panel for the McLaren F1 team.
Supporting the refurbishment of the East London Underground line.
Delivering major infrastructure solutions, including pumping stations for the M1 widening project.
Supplying the largest order of valves to the Duqm Port Construction project in Oman.

More Than Just Work: Giving Back & Celebrating Together

Beyond business, T-T is a family that values giving back. Over the years, we have supported numerous charities, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Our Space, and My Name’5 Doddie. From penalty shootouts to Halloween fundraisers, our team has embraced every opportunity to make a difference.

Our dedication to nurturing talent has also been recognised—last year, we proudly won the Cheshire Business Awards Apprenticeship Award for our commitment to training the next generation of engineers.

60 Days of Celebration!

To mark this incredible milestone, we’re celebrating with 60 days of activities! Expect plenty of cake, community initiatives, and educational donations to local schools. Plus, exciting updates, including a brand-new website and a refreshed product catalogue.

Bob Nash, Managing Director at T-T, reflects on our journey: “We’ve been fortunate to have an amazing team that has helped shape our success. We also want to express our deepest gratitude to our loyal customers who have supported us over the years.”