Kewell Converters Ltd (KCL) is an independent family business focused on manufacturing, engineering, and design. Established in 1971, we ensure a personal and professional service with a seamless partnership. Certified to ISO 9001:2000 QA management systems (See Quality Control), KCL endeavours to produce products of quality and added value.

As respected converters of industrial and technical foam, we have always been committed to using the latest technologies and materials in order to get the best out of an incredibly versatile product. Thanks to our strong engineering background, we positively welcome new ideas for manipulating any of the foams, rubbers and plastics we process. Today we are a medium-sized converter operating from a purpose-built factory in Edenbridge, Kent approx. 35 minute’s drive from Gatwick airport and 1 ¼ hrs from the City of London. Export sales account for approximately 15% of turnover.

Customers include the Ministry of Defence (MoD), BAE Systems, QinetiQ, Chemring Group, Rolls Royce, BE Aerospace, Airbus, GKN Aerospace, EADS Astrium, Thales, Racal Antennas UK, Psion Teklogix Inc., B&W Loudspeakers, Phillips, Mcmurdo, Ricardo, Rieter Automotive, Mclaren Cars, PDD Group Ltd, BOC Gases, Blatchfords, Otto Bock HealthCare, Smiths & Nephews, Boots, SpaceNK, Bill Amberg, Coty Manufacturing, NHS, 3M, North Sails, Centrica (British Gas/The AA), Snap-on, Allport, Buck & Hickman, Rapid Electronics, Lafarge, Tarmac, Remploy, Zotefoams, Parker Pens, Aardman Animations, Anyeffects, Endemol and the BBC amongst many more. Around 70% of our annual production is repeat business.

Kewell Converters has grown out of a willingness to innovate. The company began 30 years ago when we pioneered a technique for manufacturing polyethylene cord that became a success. Since then, we have developed other production techniques in close partnership with leading foam suppliers.

Our skilled team maintain a wide range of high-tech plant for routing, milling, die-stamping, splitting, slitting, cutting, compression moulding, vacuum moulding, laminating, welding, tubing, adhesive-backing, sealing, strip cutting and water-jet cutting in house.

All items are generally manufactured onsite from our factory near London Gatwick Airport, England and delivered both nationally & worldwide. Niche applications and markets include: Healthcare, Aerospace, Military, Oil & Chemical, Automotive and Semi-Conductors (Electronics).

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