Our Story

Reshaping the built environment, together, for a better tomorrow.

Hemsec has been a leading supplier of composite insulated panels since 1928. Our rich history has given us unparalleled expertise in insulated panel technologies, and with our eyes firmly set on the future, offering specialised steel and timber SIP panels for a more sustainable future.

Collaborate with us and you’ll get a century of experience and a company that passionately cares about people and the planet.

A family-owned, purpose-driven manufacturer

Family owned. Proudly northern.

We’re proud to be based in and growing in the North West of the UK. The tenacity and spirit of our heritage can be seen everywhere across Hemsec. From our friendly team to our mission to have an outstanding social impact, we are always striving to learn from our past, build for a more sustainable future, and support our local communities in the process.

Holding ourselves (and others) accountable

Over the course of our 100-year journey, we recognise the impact we’ve had on the planet. It is now a core focus of our business to create sustainable, low-carbon products that stand the test of time with a positive impact on the environment.

Our people and planet first approach has led us on our journey to becoming B-Corp certified – though we have a long way to go we’re constantly improving our ways of working, challenging old ways of thinking and are always looking to do more.

Our Values

Protectors

We preserve our natural environment and our products protect their inhabitants.

Reshapers

We stay sharp by innovating and challenging the normal way of doing things.

Collaborators

We partner with people to have more impact and achieve more, together.

Responsible

We produce certified, quality products that stand the test of time and always strive to do the right thing.

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Company History Timeline

1928

C Hemmings & Co founded in Liverpool with the innovation and supply of insulated cabinets.

1940

Cyril buys out former employer, ‘Hall, Crabtree and Heap’ and manufactures the critically important sectional cold rooms for wartime cook house stores.