Glassworks Hounsell Limited was formed in April 2000 by the merger of Hounsell Engineering Limited (Founded in 1887) and Glassworks Equipment Limited (founded in 1964) with a view to consolidating its position and further expanding its operations.

Located in the manufacturing midlands, in the heart of England Glassworks Hounsell is a privately owned company and under the sole and immediate control of its Chairman.

Glassworks Hounsell is also NQA certified as general engineers making special purpose equipment for various industries which include Aerospace, Confectionary and Glass Industries.