At Ellis Patents, we design and manufacture cable cleats/cable clamps that safely secure power cables around the world, protecting people and infrastructure in the most demanding environments. But what really defines us is our tenacity. Ellis have been competing on a global scale for more than 30 years, we’re trusted to compete with some of the largest multi-national companies in the energy sector and win.
This October, we’ll be exhibiting at the Made in Yorkshire Expo on Thursday 16th October 2025 at the Accu Stadium, Huddersfield.
As part of Made in Yorkshire’s Exhibitor Spotlight series, a member of the MIY team recently caught up with us to explore what drives us, our recent milestones, and what’s next for Ellis Patents.
1. In one sentence – what does Ellis Patents do best?
We design and manufacture world-leading cable cleats that protect people and infrastructure, combining safety, integrity, and innovation with the tenacity to succeed in even the toughest environments.
2. What’s the driving mission or purpose behind Ellis Patents right now?
The global demand for energy is growing at an extraordinary pace. From data centres to renewable projects, the pressure on the grid is unprecedented.
Our mission is to remain a leader and innovator in this space. That means ensuring our products continue to be trusted worldwide, scaling up to meet demand, and staying true to our core values of honesty, integrity, and quality. We’re determined to keep Ellis at the heart of the world’s energy future.
3. What’s been the biggest milestone in the past 12 months?
The last year has been the most successful in our history, with 27% business growth achieved in our latest financial year.
This success has been underpinned by investment in our people and infrastructure, ensuring we can scale sustainably while maintaining the standards we’re known for. Our systems and processes are evolving to reflect this phenomenal growth.
4. Any exciting developments on the horizon?
We’re continuing to invest in infrastructure and systems so that we can scale effectively and remain ahead of demand.
We’ve also strengthened our team to focus on key geographical areas, where energy projects are booming. Having dedicated resources there means we can properly support this market and build on the early progress we’re already seeing.
Meanwhile, we remain committed to innovation. Developing new products to meet emerging needs and educating new markets about the importance of cable cleats will always be part of what we do.
5. Something surprising or little-known about us...
At Ellis, success is shared by everyone. Thanks to a generous gesture from our former chairman, Chris Calvert, we operate an employee benefit trust that ensures all employees feel the benefit of our achievements.
Chris’s story is woven into Ellis’ DNA. Having bought the business in 1987, he transformed a small local manufacturer into a global engineering company, exporting to more than 40 countries. His decision to gift his shares into the employee benefit scheme on retirement means his legacy isn’t just in the growth of Ellis, but in the way every member of the team is valued and rewarded for their contribution.
It’s just one example of how our culture is built on looking after people as much as performance. From profit share to our famously generous Christmas “raffle” (where everyone’s a winner), Ellis is a place where success is celebrated together.
Come and meet us at the Made in Yorkshire Expo 2025
We’ll be on stand MIY142 at this year’s Made in Yorkshire Expo, taking place on Thursday 16th October 2025 at the Accu Stadium, Huddersfield.
If you’re attending, pop by to see us. We’d love to share more about our journey, our products, and how we’re supporting the world’s growing energy needs.
Not registered yet? If you’re a manufacturer or work in procurement, you can register for free here.
See you there!