MIY Factory Tour: Loadhog

Where: Loadhog, The Hog Works, Alfred Rd, Sheffield S9 2SU
When: Thursday 14th May | 9:00am - 12:00pm

Event Overview

Loadhog is a Sheffield-based manufacturer at the forefront of returnable packaging systems, working with some of the world’s most demanding supply chains to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and deliver smarter logistics solutions.

As part of the GLIDE Group (a Growth-Led, Innovation-Driven Employee organisation) - alongside Gripple and Go Tools - Loadhog operates within an employee-owned model that plays a key role in how the business thinks, innovates and grows. That ownership mindset is embedded across the organisation, influencing everything from product development through to operational decision-making and long-term strategy.

This is a business that is constantly evolving. With continued investment in new manufacturing capability, expansion into international markets including the US and Europe, and a clear growth trajectory, Loadhog is building a model that blends product innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth

From reducing waste across supply chains to designing smarter, reusable systems that deliver both environmental and commercial benefits, Loadhog is demonstrating how manufacturing can move beyond products and into complete solutions.

This factory tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at how those elements come together, and how an ownership-driven culture supports both performance and innovation.

What You’ll See on the Tour

Attendees will experience a structured journey through the business, combining insight, interaction and live operational visibility:

Employee Ownership & Culture in Action

Understand how being part of the GLIDE Group influences:

• Decision-making across the business

• Employee engagement and accountability

• The pace of innovation and continuous improvement

• Long-term thinking versus short-term gain

Business Growth & Strategic Direction

Hear directly from the leadership team on:

• How Loadhog is expanding its footprint across international markets

• The thinking behind recent investment in new facilities and capabilities

• The vision for future growth and how it is being delivered

Product Innovation in Practice

Explore how Loadhog develops solutions that:

• Eliminate waste across supply chains, including the removal of single-use materials like stretch wrap

• Improve transport efficiency through smarter load stability and design

• Enable circular logistics models that reduce cost and environmental impact

Customer-Led Solutions

See how Loadhog works in partnership with customers to:

• Solve real operational challenges

• Deliver measurable efficiency improvements

• Build long-term relationships within complex supply chains

Interactive Product Experience

Experience key systems first-hand, including:

• Loadhog’s pallet lid system and its role in transforming packaging and transport

• How product design directly impacts handling, storage and logistics performance

• Live demonstrations and opportunities to explore real-world applications

Operational Tour of the Facility

Go behind the scenes on the factory floor to see:

• Manufacturing processes in action

• Investment in machinery and operational capability

• How the site supports both UK and international demand

Tours will be delivered in groups using a structured and engaging format designed to encourage interaction throughout.

Agenda

08:45 – 09:15 | Arrival, Registration & Networking Breakfast
Arrive, check in, and enjoy a light breakfast while connecting with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting.

09:15 – 09:30 | Welcome & Opening Session
An introduction to the day’s agenda, setting the scene for key themes and insights to follow.

09:30 – 10:00 | Business Overview & Future Vision
Explore how Loadhog is ever evolving, adapting, and planning for the future in a rapidly changing landscape.

10:00 – 10:30 | Product & Solution Highlights
Discover innovative systems and solutions designed to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and performance.

10:30 – 10:45 | Customer Success Stories
Hear real-world examples of how businesses are achieving results with Loadhog solutions.

10:45 – 11:00 | Refreshment Break
Take a short break to recharge and continue networking.

11:00 – 11:45 | Guided Operational Tour
Go behind the scenes with an exclusive tour, offering a first-hand look at processes, technology, and day-to-day operations.

11:45 – 12:00 | Closing Session
A brief wrap-up highlighting key takeaways from the morning.