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Case study highlighting the relocation of a jam production line undertaken by Novatec Engineering Ltd

It's definitely a job for the professionals, but if you decide to take on a heavy jacking operation yourself, there are some basic procedures you need to follow to keep everyone safe.

By following our top 10 tips, you can ensure a successful machinery move that minimises downtime and keeps your business running smoothly.

Case study showing Novatec carrying out the removal of a redundant XR shredder and replacing with a brand new Untha ZR2400 machine

Novatec Engineering Ltd were contracted to carry out the complete removal of a major spreads factory. All machinery was mechanically and electrically match-marked, disconnected, dismantled and moved out of the buildings, prior to loading onto transport for various international destinations

Following on with this short series of emails, looking at some of the plant and equipment at our disposal, we’ve come to the staple of the professional machine mover’s tool kit – the machine moving skate.

A hydraulic gantry is essentially a demountable lifting system, used for machinery removals, consisting of two or more large hydraulic cylinders (we call them pods), connected together with a suitable lifting beam (or multi-beam arrangement).

Designed specifically for industrial Rigging companies, such as Novatec Engineering, to move heavy machinery smoothly and safely, the Versa-lift is essentially the big brother to the standard counter-balanced forklift truck.

As professional machinery handlers we have a variety of tools and equipment at our disposal to ensure each project is carried out safely, efficiently and effectively. Literally designed to pick, carry and place a load, they are typically more versatile than a conventional mobile telescopic crane, which is generally confined to a single position, supported on outriggers during a lift.