The UK's largest independent overhead crane company
We design, manufacture, install and service overhead cranes, gantry cranes and lifting equipment, for industrial sites across the UK and offshore energy worldwide.
The UK's largest independent overhead crane company
We design, manufacture, install and service overhead cranes, gantry cranes and lifting equipment, for industrial sites across the UK and offshore energy worldwide.
Get straight to what you need
Whether you're specifying a new crane, booking maintenance or dealing with a breakdown, jump straight to the right place.
Lifting solutions engineered around your site
From single girder workshop cranes to heavy-duty Goliaths and offshore davits, every system is specified around your capacity, span, headroom and duty cycle.
Overhead Gantry Cranes
Single and double girder systems from 1t to 60t for manufacturing, engineering and steel.
ExploreSingle Girder Cranes
Cost-effective, space-efficient lifting for light to medium-duty applications.
ExploreDouble Girder Cranes
Higher capacity, longer spans and greater hook height for heavy-duty production.
ExploreGoliath & Semi-Goliath
High-capacity floor-running cranes for steelworks, yards and heavy production.
ExploreOffshore Davit Cranes
Patented davit cranes, around 75% of UK offshore wind farm davits.
ExploreSwing Jib Cranes
Floor and wall-mounted jibs for precise workstation and cell lifting.
ExploreMonorail Systems
Fixed-path handling and hoist systems for production and assembly lines.
ExploreGantries
Portable and motorised gantry cranes for flexible, relocatable lifting.
ExplorePortal Cranes
Rail-mounted portal cranes for outdoor yards and large open spans.
ExploreLow Headroom Systems
Maximise hook height where overhead space is tight.
ExploreHeavy Duty Cranes
Built for demanding, high duty-cycle and heavy process applications.
ExploreLightweight Cranes
Modular aluminium and steel systems for ergonomic, low-effort handling.
ExploreCrane Rail & Runway Systems
New runways, rails and upgrades to support your overhead cranes.
ExploreGantry Steelwork
Free-standing support structures designed and built around your site.
ExploreFree Standing Cranes
Independent gantry-supported cranes where roof loading isn't an option.
ExploreAutomated Cranes
Programmed, semi or fully automated lifting for repeatable processes.
ExploreVacuum Lifting
Damage-free handling for glass, stone, timber and sheet materials.
ExploreHoists & Lifting Gear
Chain and wire rope hoists, slings, beams and below-the-hook equipment.
ExploreKeep your cranes safe, compliant and running
A crane company is only as good as its service. With 60+ engineers across the UK, we support every make and model, not just our own.
Crane down? We respond fast.
Nationwide rapid-response engineers for breakdowns and emergency repairs, minimising downtime and getting you lifting again.
0800 376 27 27 Report a breakdownOverhead Crane Repairs
Planned & reactive mechanical and electrical repairs for all makes.
Maintenance Contracts
Tailored PPM schedules that extend equipment life and keep you compliant.
Crane Installation
Site survey to commissioning for new builds and existing facilities.
Hoist Repairs & Servicing
Diagnosis, repair and replacement for chain and wire rope hoists.
LOLER Inspection
Thorough examinations to meet your statutory lifting duties.
Testing & Certification
Load testing and certification to place equipment safely into service.
Modernisation
Upgrade controls, hoists and safety systems to extend crane life.
Crane Relocation
Safe dismantling, transport and reinstallation across sites.
Knowing what we know, we wouldn't buy a crane from anyone else
Safety
A safety-first culture runs through everything, from specification and installation to maintenance and aftercare.
Quality
World-leading components and high-grade steel, fabricated by certified welders to recognised standards.
Value
Market-leading reliability and low lifetime cost, a lot of crane for your money, backed by warranty.
Delivery
On-time enquiry response, quotes, drawings and installation. Delivery is everything, and we try harder.
People
Experienced, time-served engineers who understand the demands of industrial lifting environments.
Innovation
From patented offshore davits to digital reporting and customer portals, engineering that moves forward.
Lifting solutions tailored to your sector
Steelworks
High-capacity cranes for heavy steel handling.
Fabrication
Cranes, jibs & hoists for workshops.
Aerospace
Precision handling for components & engines.
Automotive
Production-line lifting for OEMs & suppliers.
Offshore Energy
Davit cranes for wind farm substations.
Paper & Forest
Robust handling for mills & timber.
Warehousing & Logistics
Efficient, safe material movement.
Stone, Quartz & Surfaces
Vacuum lifting for slabs & surfaces.
Real projects, real results
Wheatley Plastics
Bespoke 5-tonne crane for a plastic injection moulding facility.
Read case studyPro-Mil Engineering
20-tonne double girder overhead crane installation.
Read case studyWEC Group
Four 15-tonne single girder overhead cranes delivered.
Read case studyDennis Eagle
6,000kg single girder overhead crane for vehicle production.
Read case studyEvtec / JVM
34t + 34t double girder crane system with load summation.
Read case studyTATA Steel, Hartlepool
Bespoke cranes supporting heavy-duty steel production.
Read case studyProduction stopped? We're on it, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Our nationwide rapid-response team diagnoses the fault, advises on safe next steps and gets your crane back in service.
We've got answers
Yes. As an independent crane company we service, repair and maintain all makes and models, including ABUS, Demag, Konecranes, Street Cranes and SWF, not just cranes we've manufactured.
We provide nationwide coverage from two headquarters in Cheshire West and the West Midlands, with 60+ service engineers strategically located across the UK.
Yes, our breakdown and emergency repair line operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to minimise downtime when a crane fails.
Absolutely. Tell us what you need to lift, your span, lifting height, headroom and how often the crane will be used, and our team will recommend the right configuration, even if you don't have all the details yet.
Onshore cranes lift on land in industrial environments, while our offshore davit cranes are engineered for harsh marine conditions, we supply around 75% of the davit cranes on UK offshore wind farms.
Yes. We manage the full process, site survey, specification, supply, installation, load testing, certification and handover, then support the crane with ongoing maintenance and LOLER inspections.