Company History

The history of the Keystone Group has been one of relentless expansion and continuous innovation whilst redefining the meaning of service in the construction industry. With a clear focus on service and innovation the Keystone Group continues to expand and develop its extensive product offering.

The Keystone journey began in 1989 with the formation of Keystone Lintels in Cookstown, Northern Ireland. 35 years later and the Keystone Group now consists of 18 brands across 3 core divisions of structural steel, building components and timber. With a turnover of over £300m, the Keystone team has grown to over 2,000 employees at 27 sites across the UK and Europe.

Keystone Lintels has grown to become the UK and Ireland’s largest steel lintel manufacturer and has been joined by 17 other brands all sharing it’s focus on innovation and customer service.

Explore the history of the Keystone Group below.

  • 1989

    Keystone Lintels
    Founded

  • 2002

    Keylite Roof Windows
    Founded

  • 2006

    Acquisition of
    IG Lintels

  • 2011

    IG Elements
    Founded

  • 2012

    Acquisition of
    Smartroof

  • 2014

    IG Masonry Support
    Founded

  • 2016

    Partnership with
    Wyckham Blackwell

  • 2017

    Partnership with
    Timber Innovations

  • 2018

    Partnership with
    Crendon Timber Engineering

  • 2020

    Acquisition of
    Stockgap

  • 2020

    Keyfix
    Founded

  • 2023

    Keywall
    Founded

  • 2023

    Acquisition of
    Showersave