What Jubilee does

Jubilee (legal entity L Robinson & Co (Gillingham) Limited) is a privately held UK manufacturer of hose clips and clamps, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Gillingham, Kent. The company operates a single manufacturing site with 51-100 employees and produces what it describes as the most experienced and comprehensive hose clip product line in the world. Its core offering is the Original Jubilee® worm-drive hose clip, extended across a portfolio of more than ten product families including Superclamps, High Torque, Light Range, Multiband, Flexiband, Quick Release Straps (Fliplock), Wingspade, CV Boot Clips, Juniors, 'O' Clips, and 'P' Clips, plus a range of application tools (Flexiband Tool, Flexidriver, Clipdriver, Side Closing Pincer) and pre-packaged retail formats (Pocket Packs, Handy Packs, Workshop Packs, Dispensers). Products are offered in three material grades — zinc-coated mild steel, 304 stainless steel, and 316 stainless steel (HNSS) — and are manufactured to DIN 3017, BS 5315, and SAE J1508 standards, with Lloyd's Register approval for marine use.

The company's revenue model is direct hardware sales: it sells through its own e-commerce site (jubileeclips.co.uk), through industrial wholesalers and distributors, and through trade-counter packaging supplied to hardware retailers and mechanic workshops. Pricing is opaque and quote-based (no public list price), and customer support is delivered through a single UK phone line (+44 (0)1634 281200). The customer base is fragmented across ten industry verticals — Automotive (primary), Marine, Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Industrial, Chemical/Food/Pharmaceutical, Agricultural, HVAC, Utilities & Civil, and Hardware — with no named enterprise accounts disclosed.

Operationally, Jubilee is a bootstrapped, family- or privately-held business with no disclosed institutional investment, no public listing, and no parent company beyond the legal holding entity. Its stated distribution footprint is global, with international trademark registration and export logistics, though no specific regional offices or new country entries are disclosed. Strategic emphasis is on brand heritage, regulatory-standard compliance, breadth of SKU range, and multi-channel distribution rather than on technology differentiation or AI-driven capabilities.

Name

Jubilee

Legal name

L Robinson & Co (Gillingham) Limited

Website

https://jubileeclips.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1921

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Jubilee is a privately held UK manufacturer of worm-drive hose clips and clamps, founded in 1921 and based in Gillingham, Kent. The company produces a comprehensive range of clips in mild and stainless steel for automotive, marine, industrial, oil & gas, and aerospace applications, selling globally through e-commerce, distributors, and trade-counter channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Kent

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hose Clips and Clamps Sales: Manufacture and sale of worm drive hose clips, clamps, and related fastening products. Products are sold in various materials (mild steel, 304 stainless, 316 stainless) and across multiple product ranges including Original, Light Range, Superclamps, High Torque, Wingspade, and specialized clips.
2. Tools and Accessories: Sale of application tools including Flexiband Tools, Clipdrivers, Flexidrivers, and Side Closing Pincers designed for use with Jubilee products.
3. Assorted Packs and Dispensers: Pre-packaged assortment products including Handy Packs, Workshop Packs, Pocket Packs, and Clip Dispensers containing multiple clips for trade counter and workshop sales.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Jubilee manufactures and sells worm drive hose clips and clamps, including the flagship Original Jubilee® Clip range alongside specialized variants such as Superclamps, High Torque, Light Range, Flexiband, Multiband, Quick Release Straps, Wingspade, CV Boot Clips, 'O' Clips, 'P' Clips, and Jubilee® Juniors. Products are available in zinc-coated mild steel, 304 stainless steel, and 316 stainless steel (HNSS) and are complemented by application tools and pre-packaged assortments for trade and workshop use.

Product overview

Jubilee is a manufacturer of industrial hose clips and clamps founded in 1921, producing the most experienced line of hose clamp products in the world. The product portfolio centers on the Original Jubilee® Clip worm drive hose clips as the core offering, supported by specialized clamp types including Superclamps (heavy-duty), High Torque clips (reinforced hose applications), and Light Range clips (space-restricted applications). The company also offers complementary fastening systems: Multiband (custom-length banding), Flexiband (band and buckle), and Quick Release straps (Fliplock and Captive). Supporting product lines include Wingspade (hand-tightenable), CV Boot Clips (automotive), Jubilee® Juniors (miniature clips), 'O' Clips (2-ear permanent), and 'P' Clips (mounting). The product ecosystem is supported by application tools (Flexiband Tool, Flexidriver, Clipdriver, Side Closing Pincer) and various packaging options (Pocket Packs, Handy Packs, Workshop Packs, Dispensers). Materials offered include zinc-coated mild steel, 304 stainless steel (marine grade), and 316 stainless steel (HNSS for extreme corrosion). Products serve industries including agricultural, automotive, chemical/food/pharmaceutical, hardware, industrial, marine, oil & gas, HVAC, utilities/civil, and aerospace sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Original Jubilee® Clip Continuously threaded worm drive hose clips in zinc-coated mild steel or stainless steel, sized for day-to-day hose joining requirements across industrial, automotive, and agricultural applications.
• Superclamps Heavy-duty clamps with a 13mm A/F bolt fastening mechanism, engineered for applications requiring high torque and superior clamping force in corrosive environments.
• High Torque Clips Worm drive clips with 15.7mm band width and 8mm A/F screw, designed for heavy-duty applications with plastic or reinforced hoses requiring high clamping forces.
• Light Range Clips Lightweight hose clips with a narrower 9mm band width than Original clips, manufactured to DIN 3017 standard for applications where space or weight is restricted, such as automotive use.
• Multiband Multi-hole banding system with housings and screws for custom-length clamping, available in 11mm width with standard, Allen, and captive screw options.
• Flexiband Band and buckle clamping system available in 9mm, 13mm, 16mm, and 19mm widths, requiring a Flexiband operating tool for tensioning and cutting, offered in 304 stainless steel.
• Quick Release Straps (Fliplock & Captive Straps) Slimline 7mm and 11mm band width quick release straps with flip/lock or swivel housing mechanisms, designed for applications where frequent removal is required.
• Wingspade Clips Hand-tightenable clips with thumb screw mechanism allowing torquing using thumb and forefinger, suited for applications requiring frequent tightening/loosening such as dust extraction or domestic hoses.
• CV Boot Clips Constant velocity joint boot clips in stainless steel for securing protective boots on CV joints, essential for MOT legislation compliance, available in 50mm and 110mm sizes.
• Jubilee® Juniors Miniature nut and bolt clips for low pressure applications such as fuel lines, available in sizes from 7mm to 16mm diameter range.
• 'O' Clips (2-Ear Clips) Two-ear constant tension clips requiring a pincer tool for installation, providing permanent secure fastening for various hose applications.
• 'P' Clips P-shaped clips for securing and mounting pipes, tubes, and cables to panels or surfaces.
• Jubilee® Flexiband Tool Tensioning and cutting tool for the Flexiband band and buckle system, enabling proper installation of flexible banding clips.
• Jubilee® Flexidriver Flexible shaft driver tool allowing adjustment of clips in difficult-to-reach positions, with 7mm socket suitable for hexagonal headed screws.
• Jubilee® Clipdriver Rigid shaft driver tool with 95mm length and 7mm socket driver for clip installation.
• Jubilee® Side Closing Pincer Pincer tool for installing Jubilee 'O' Clips and CV Boot Clips by crimping the ears together for permanent fastening.
• Assorted Packs Pre-packaged assortments of clips in various quantities and size ranges, including Pocket Packs (32 clips), Handy Packs (100 clips), Workshop Packs (143 clips), and Junior Assortments (165 clips).
• Dispensers Wire frame storage and display units for clips, available in Clip Dispenser (100 clips + 3 tools), Large Dispenser (140 clips + 3 tools), and Mega Dispenser (920 clips + 5 tools) variants in mild steel, 304SS, and 316SS.

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• NORMA Group: German-listed global manufacturer of engineered connecting technology including worm-drive hose clamps, T-bolt clamps, and quick connectors. Directly comparable to Jubilee in core hose clip product line, with broader portfolio and significantly larger scale across automotive, industrial, and water management end markets.
• Mikalor: Spanish manufacturer specializing in worm-drive hose clamps and spring clamps with similar material grade offerings (W1/W2/W4/W5 stainless equivalents). Direct competitor in European industrial and automotive hose clamp markets, with overlapping product positioning.
• ABA Group: Swedish-origin hose clamp specialist (formerly ABA of Sweden) producing worm-drive and T-bolt clamps. Comparable to Jubilee in product breadth, European manufacturing heritage, and standards-based positioning for industrial and automotive applications.
• Tridon (Ideal Tridon): US-based manufacturer of worm-drive hose clamps, T-bolt clamps, and specialty clamping products serving automotive, industrial, and marine markets. Direct competitor to Jubilee in North America with overlapping SKU families and material grade offerings.
• Breeze Industrial Products: US manufacturer of constant-torque and worm-drive hose clamps under the Breeze brand, serving heavy-duty trucking, industrial, and automotive aftermarket. Comparable to Jubilee's High Torque and Superclamps heavy-duty lines.
• Murray Corporation: US manufacturer of worm-drive hose clamps and band clamps for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. Direct competitor with similar product structure and export distribution model to Jubilee.
• Oetiker Group: Swiss-based global manufacturer of connecting solutions including worm-drive clamps, ear clamps, and T-bolt clamps. Comparable to Jubilee in serving automotive and industrial OEMs with engineered clamping solutions and international standards compliance.
• Precision Brand Products: US manufacturer of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products including hose clamps, shims, and retaining rings. Comparable to Jubilee in distributing through industrial and hardware channels with broad product catalogs for trade and OEM buyers.

Emerging players

• Rotor Clip Company: US manufacturer of retaining rings, snap rings, and hose clamps, with overlap in precision metal fastening components. Adjacent to Jubilee in fastening/fastener category but more specialized in retaining rings for powertrain and aerospace applications.

Broad incumbents

• Heyco Products: US manufacturer of cable protection, wire management, and a broader range of fastening and clamping products. Overlaps with Jubilee in P-clips and securing/anchoring hardware, but operates a wider product portfolio across electrical and industrial markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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