Karl Georg OLYMP Wheel Block System: Built for Demanding Industrial Applications

In heavy industry, reliable material handling and equipment movement are essential to keeping operations running smoothly. Whether in steel production, ports, mining, energy or industrial manufacturing, the components behind these systems need to deliver dependable performance, withstand demanding conditions and support long-term operational efficiency. The Karl Georg OLYMP wheel block system has been developed with […]
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Precision Braking Solutions for Safer, Smarter Crane Operations

Whether you’re operating overhead cranes in manufacturing, gantry cranes at ports or hoists in heavy industry, reliable braking systems are essential for safety, productivity and uptime. As the UK & Ireland supplier of Dellner Bubenzer braking technology, Barlow Technology delivers proven solutions that help crane operators improve performance while reducing maintenance and downtime. Explore some […]
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Proven Crane Cabin Air Conditioning for UK Industry

Barlow Technology Announces Exclusive CRANEFRIGOR™ Distribution in the UK & Ireland Barlow Technology Ltd is excited to announce a new partnership with FrigorTec GmbH, bringing the world-class CRANEFRIGOR™ crane cooling and air-conditioning solutions to customers across the UK and Ireland. With more than 60 years of engineering excellence behind the CRANEFRIGOR™ range,  renowned for robust […]
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Encoder Architecture for Demanding Industrial Motion Applications

Accurate motion feedback in heavy industrial environments has traditionally relied on a combination of encoders, limit switches and mechanical overspeed devices. While proven, this layered approach can introduce complexity, multiple failure points and susceptibility to electrical interference. Recent encoder architectures are addressing these challenges by consolidating multiple functions into a single, configurable system. One example […]
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Upgrade Safety, Reduce Maintenance, Solve Obsolescence: Dellner Bubenzer Braking Solutions

Delivering World-Class Industrial Braking Solutions  Barlow Technology is proud to continue supplying Dellner Bubenzer’s industry-leading braking systems to heavy-duty sectors across the UK and Ireland. From steel and mining to ports, marine, and wind energy, these advanced solutions are engineered to tackle the most critical safety, operational, and maintenance challenges faced by today’s industrial operators. […]
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Barlow Technology Visits Long-Term Partner Karl Georg in Germany

Strengthening Our Long-Term Partnership We were delighted to spend a productive and insightful few days at the headquarters of our long-standing partner, Karl Georg GmbH, in Germany. As the official UK & Ireland supplier for Karl Georg’s comprehensive range of steel wheels, wheel blocks, wheel sets and accessories, this visit marks a key milestone in […]
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Supplier of Karl Georg’s ATLAS Wheel Block System in the UK & Ireland

Barlow Technology is proud to be the official UK and Ireland supplier of Karl Georg wheels and accessories—world-renowned for their engineering excellence and reliability in heavy industrial applications. Among their most innovative solutions is the ATLAS Wheel Block System, a highly adaptable and robust design used across a wide range of rail-mounted transport systems in […]
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Engineering Services for the UK & Ireland

At Barlow Technology, our commitment to excellence extends to offering engineering services for the ports, steel, and offshore marine sectors. As a trusted name, we pride ourselves on not just delivering a range of high-quality engineered products for heavy industry but also providing comprehensive engineering services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. […]
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Supplying Heavy Industry

Working successfully as a supplier of products and services to multiple heavy industry sectors, requires a deep understanding of the unique demands and environmental challenges of each sector. At Barlow Technology, we tailor our provision of products to meet these specific needs, ensuring they are suited to the ever-changing environmental factors and harsh conditions these […]
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Managing our Relationships with Global Partners

Barlow Technology have been working together with trusted partners for many years in the supply of a range of products and industry-specific services to the steel, marine and offshore, container handling, ports and harbours, rail, paper, mining and the renewable energy industry. Successfully managing partnerships with global suppliers in any industry requires a strategic approach […]
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