Numatic: Built for Reliability, Designed for the Real World

Explore Numatic products supplied by Seldram, combining UK engineering, durability, and sustainable design for professional cleaning environments.

When it comes to professional cleaning equipment, reliability matters. Downtime, poor performance, or short product lifespans can quickly impact productivity and cost. That is why many organisations continue to choose Numatic, the UK manufacturer best known as the team behind the iconic Henry vacuum.

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For more than five decades, Numatic has focused on building practical, hardworking machines designed to perform consistently in real working environments.

Designed and Manufactured in the UK

Numatic International Ltd designs, engineers, and manufactures its products in the UK. This commitment to British manufacturing has remained central to the business since it was founded in 1969 in Crewkerne, Somerset.

What started with a small team and a simple idea has grown into a globally recognised brand. Despite this growth, Numatic continues to manufacture in the UK, ensuring quality control, product consistency, and long-term support remain a priority.

Today, Numatic is independently rated as the nation’s most reliable vacuum brand, a reflection of its focus on durability and straightforward engineering.

A Practical Approach to Innovation

Numatic products are developed with one clear aim: to make cleaning more efficient, reliable, and user friendly. Innovation is driven by real workplace needs rather than unnecessary complexity.

This approach can be seen across Numatic’s professional range, which includes cordless cleaning solutions for improved mobility, customisable janitorial systems designed around operator workflows, and advanced floorcare equipment that delivers strong results while reducing water usage.

The well-known Henry vacuum, first launched in 1981, remains a global favourite for one simple reason. It works, day in and day out.

Sustainability Built into Every Product

Sustainability is not an afterthought for Numatic. It is built into how products are designed, manufactured, and supported throughout their lifecycle.

Numatic’s Sustainability Formula focuses on longevity, efficiency, serviceability, and recyclability. Products are built to last, designed to be repaired rather than replaced, and supported for years after purchase.

Initiatives such as ReFlo Technology, which uses post-industrial and post-consumer recycled plastics, help reduce environmental impact without compromising performance. Water-saving cleaning systems further support organisations looking to operate more responsibly.

Why Seldram Partners with Numatic

Seldram works with manufacturers that deliver genuine value to customers. Numatic’s focus on robust engineering, operator-friendly design, and sustainable thinking aligns closely with that approach.

By partnering with Numatic, Seldram is able to offer professional cleaning equipment that supports productivity, reduces waste, and delivers long-term reliability across a wide range of environments.

Trusted Worldwide, Built to Last

From offices and schools to healthcare, hospitality, and facilities management, Numatic products are trusted worldwide to deliver consistent results.

Their success is not built on trends or short-term solutions, but on a commitment to quality, practicality, and responsible manufacturing. It is this focus that continues to make Numatic a trusted name in professional cleaning.

Why Being a Real Living Wage Employer Matters to Us

Seldram
5 days ago
2 min read

Being a Real Living Wage employer is not about ticking a box for us. It is about doing the right thing.

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At Seldram Supplies, we believe that everyone deserves to be paid fairly for the work they do. Paying the Real Living Wage helps our people feel valued, supported, and secure, and that confidence carries through into the service we provide to our customers every day.

What Is the Real Living Wage?

The Real Living Wage is an independently calculated pay rate that reflects the actual cost of living. It is based on what people need to afford everyday essentials such as housing, food, transport, and energy, rather than the minimum an employer is legally required to pay.

Unlike the government’s National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage, which are set by policy and economic targets, the Real Living Wage is calculated by the Living Wage Foundation using data on real household costs. It is voluntary, but it is designed to represent a fairer baseline for pay.

Why It Matters More Than the Minimum Wage

The legal minimum wage sets a floor, but it does not always reflect the true cost of living, particularly in areas where housing and transport costs are high.

Paying the Real Living Wage helps:

Reduce financial stress for employees
Improve job satisfaction and morale
Support retention and long-term commitment
Create a more stable and motivated workforce

For us, it is not just about numbers on a payslip. It is about recognising the contribution people make and ensuring they can live with dignity and security.

A Natural Fit for a Family-Run Business

As a family-run business, respect, fairness, and long-term thinking sit at the heart of how we operate. Supporting the Real Living Wage aligns naturally with those values.

We see it as one small but meaningful way to contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable local economy. When people are paid fairly, communities are stronger, businesses are more resilient, and everyone benefits.

Proud to Support Fair Pay in Oxfordshire

We are proud to stand alongside many other organisations across Oxfordshire that are committed to fair pay and positive change. Supporting the Real Living Wage reflects a shared belief that work should provide a decent standard of living, not just a minimum.

It is part of a wider commitment to doing business responsibly, supporting our people, and building long-term relationships based on trust and integrity.

Looking Ahead

Becoming a Real Living Wage employer is not a one-off decision. It is an ongoing commitment to fairness, respect, and doing the right thing as we grow.

We are proud of our team, grateful for the work they do, and committed to supporting them in a way that reflects our values.

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