Let’s rewind to the 1950s, when Wallace Binder, our founder, teamed up with Bob Studd. Bob was a fabrication whizz, running his own independent business. In an era when ready-made parts were scarce, Bob’s skills were crucial. He worked with Wallace in his workshop on Church Lane, Claydon, crafting custom trailers and equipment from scratch. Sadly, Bob’s life was cut short at 51, but his impact on Binder was significant.

Chris Studd

After Bob’s passing, his son Chris Studd stepped up following his work alongside his Dad as a young teenager. Chris, now 79, still works part-time, showing his commitment to the family business. He took on servicing and repairing fleet vehicles, helping Binder Ltd expand and adapt. Working from the same Church Lane premises, Chris built on his father’s legacy, pushing the company forward and ensuring we met the growing needs of our clients.

James Studd

James, Chris’s son, joined the family business at 15, just like his dad and granddad. Now 53, James primarily assists with welding and fabrication jobs, and has expanded his support services maintaining the vacuum elements of the tanker fleet. His efforts have kept us at the forefront of the industry, maintaining the high standards set by his predecessors.

Sam Studd

Enter Sam Studd, James’s 15-year-old son, who recently joined us for a week of work experience, trying his hand at both technical and office work offering a taste of the working world.  Sam’s enthusiasm and curiosity into how the business works and has grown since the time of his grandfather gave us the opportunity to celebrate the four generations of the family that have worked alongside us here at Binder Ltd.

A Legacy Worth Celebrating

Wally Binder, Founder, commented “As we celebrate 60 years of Binder Ltd, we owe a huge thanks to the Studd family. Their dedication and hard work have been crucial to our success. From Bob’s pioneering days with myself to Sam’s recent work experience, the Studds have been an important part of the Binder story.”