What we can do for you

Problem solving

For a number of years, Dale Lifting and Handling has been satisfying the needs of customers by designing, manufacturing and installing specialist handling solutions. We take immense pride in providing professional, efficient and reliable services that exceed the expectations of our customers – giving them exactly what is promised. We’re here to take the stress out of lifting and its regulations – so if you need advice on making the most of your lifting budget – call us!

Design, manufacture and installation from Dale Lifting and Handling

The design and fabrication facilities available from Dale Engineering Services have the capabilities and resources to create equipment for specialist applications in all areas of lifting equipment, height safety and material handling.

Overhead Travelling Cranes

Are designed using CAD design software and are manufactured in accordance with international standards using quality hoists end carriages, components, materials and welding procedures. They are built to last in varying operating conditions and all supporting gantries and electrical feed systems are designed to accommodate relevant site conditions, with full site surveys carried out.

Light Cranes and Monorail Systems

A wide range of track profiles are available for versatile and rapid overhead load handling applications. These systems are suitable for handling loads from as little as 5kgs to 2000kgs. With track bends, switches and turntables, plus suspended fork/platform masts, we have a solution to suit most applications.
The deceptively robust construction requires little or no maintenance and provides a cost-effective solution to high-volume handling operations. Dale can provide a complete installation service including supporting structures or ceiling supports.

Runway Systems

All runway systems are designed to meet specific requirements but are manufactured to meet appropriate standards. Complete systems, installed by the Dale installation team include hoist units, power feed and lifting devices.   Full erection and proof load testing is also provided .

Swing Jib Cranes and Lifting Davits

Are available in a standard range that includes manual and powered slewing for wall, column and floor standing applications. For a jib crane or davit that is out of the ordinary, a bespoke solution can be provided. All cranes meet international standards.

Lifting Beams, Spreader Beams and Container Lifting Frames

All assemblies are manufactured from certified components and steel. Welding is in accordance with appropriate specifications and all items are manufactured to a standard proven design or to specific requirements. Fixed or adjustable lifting centres can be provided, and our 100 tonnes capacity in-house proof testing facility ensures all equipment is fit for purpose before use.

Grabs, Roll-over and Fixed Load Attachments

Can be provided or developed to interface with your particular load. Scissor action, pneumatic and balanced devices can also be designed for load manipulation, general manufacturing and construction applications.

Heavy Duty Racking and Barriers

Are part of our ever growing range of safety products which are individually designed to meet heavy duty applications. Mezzanine gates and edge barriers are manufactured in-house to standard or bespoke requirements.

Permanent Safety Lines

For vertical and horizontal movement of personnel, permanent safety lines are available for external and internal high level operations. Applications include building cleaning and maintenance, working on overhead cranes or structures, and safe working on high machines and vehicles.

Safety First

Safety dominates our thinking in every aspect of supply, design, installation and maintenance. 100% safety is built into every project we undertake, we specialise in:

• People-focused solutions
• Full risk assessment and analysis
  
• In-depth understanding of HSE requirements

Crane and hoist service

Dale Lifting and Handling Engineering Division, is a professional crane service organisation and supplier of overhead cranes and hoists for the North West of England. We provide expertise and products to increase the value and productivity of our customers' whilst significantly reducing downtime.

Trust Dale’s Engineering Division to increase your profitability by: 

• Improving equipment performance
• Reducing downtime
• Extending equipment lifecycles
• Protecting valuable assets
• Keeping your workforce safe
• Complying with the law

Dale Lifting and Handling have had ISO 9001 approval since 1998 and has an enviable reputation for quality and reliability.
Dale - Managing your maintenance whilst allowing you to concentrate on your core business

Servicing, Repairs and Breakdown  

Regular servicing is essential to ensure that your material-handling systems remain in good working order. Our fully equipped service vans and specialised service engineers guarantee rapid response times and minimal downtime. Rest assured, if it’s possible to fix the problem, we will!

Why put your trust in us?

Safety dominates our thinking in every aspect of our business, products and services with 100% safety built into every contract. Dale has been a major force in the lifting equipment industry for over 170 years, and our expertise is provided locally from strategically placed sites in the North West. Dale Lifting and Handling provides the very best after-sales support and all our work is fully guaranteed.
The work is done by our team of certified technicians and inspectors operating out of two locations. Dale offers an increasing unique local service for crane inspection and maintenance, which continues to be appreciated by our customers by achieving substantial savings in downtime.

Our services include:

• LOLER compliance and safety inspections
• Customised, planned preventive maintenance
• Expert repairs and safety upgrades
• Laser runway alignment
• Operator training and consultation
• Expert inspections
• Consultation with technical advisor
• LEEA trained & qualified inspectors and technicians

Our services include repairs, inspections, compliance work, modernisations and maintenance on all types and brands of overhead cranes. We also provide a design services using CAD software to create the perfect solution for your crane installation needs.

Lifting equipment repairs

Repairs

We offer a complete repair and refurbishment service on all lifting equipment. Our skilled engineers are specialists in their fields and are waiting for you to call them direct on 0161 223 1990 for a quick response in the North West area.
Fast repairs on chain slings and other loose equipment can be undertaken in our workshops.   Where necessary, your equipment will be re-tested and all repaired lifting equipment is returned to you with a current LOLER report of thorough examination. What’s more, equipment can be collected and returned to you by our own fleet based in the North West.

Our in-house repair services include:

• Electric hoists, chain blocks, lever hoists, chain slings, jacks, tirfor winches and Genie repairs
• Repairs by competent lifting equipment engineers
• Equipment examined and tested by LEEA trained personnel
• Fast track on-site crane refurbishment's undertaken
• All equipment is subject to Dale's comprehensive quality plan ISO 9001

On-site inspections

The main requirements of PUWER98 is to ensure that work equipment is suitable for its purpose and is maintained and inspected when appropriate to ensure that it has been correctly installed and remains in a serviceable condition.

Under LOLER, the required thorough examination regime has become more flexible and can be provided on a risk assessment basis, if the user opts for a fixed period, the maximum is shown in the Summary of Inspection section.
All equipment must be periodically examined by a competent person and a record of the results must be kept. Any equipment found unfit for a further period of service should be withdrawn. In addition to this formal examination, it is good practise to check the equipment before use.

Dale will help you to comply with these regulations by arranging periodical examination by an LEEA trained engineer and will also arrange in-use inspection training for your own personnel.
Some equipment also requires regular preventative maintenance. Such maintenance not only prolongs the life of the equipment but also ensures that it is always fit for service. When repairs affect the load bearing parts of the equipment, they should be thoroughly examined and, if necessary, retested before further use. Dale can provide a combination examination and maintenance programme - ensuring your equipment is kept up to standard, and achieves a substantial saving on duplication - leaving you and your personnel to concentrate on your core business.

Testing and certification

Dale Lifting and Handling Engineering Services has experience all kinds of testing techniques across a broad spectrum of industries
We have qualified, expert personnel based in Manchester and offer:

•  Mechanical tensile testing up to 100 tonnes
• Testing either on-site or at our fully certified and equipped test centre

Pre-inspection on cranes before testing

• Compliance with relevant quality standards of many major authorities and industries

A speedy, efficient, quality service throughout the North West

• All work fully certified for legal compliance
• A complete manufacture, repair and testing service