Maximising Productivity With Industrial Lifts

How to Improve Efficiency and Boost Your Bottom Line

The decision to invest in an industrial lift can be complex. Is it a costly expense with a dubious return, or a strategic move that could transform your operations for the better? As a warehouse, factory or industrial unit owner, you’re juggling a significant investment with the strain manual handling places on workers, the ongoing risk of accidents, and the time lost to manual transportation.

Over the past two decades we’ve seen many business and facility owners grapple with this same dilemma. Which is why Tower Lifts has created this guide; we look at the benefits of industrial lifts, their applications, and the potential impact they can have on your business. We’ll address your concerns, dispel common myths, and help you determine if an industrial lift is the right solution for your needs.

Efficiency, Safety, and Productivity – The Benefits of Industrial Lifts

Investing in an industrial lift isn’t just about moving goods—it’s about using vertical transport to increase your efficiency, safety, and business growth.

1. Streamline Your Workflow

• Get Rid of Bottlenecks – No more time-consuming manual loading and unloading between floors. Industrial lifts provide an efficient solution, reducing wait times and speeding up your production cycle.
• Optimise Your Space – Industrial lifts free up floor space that was previously taken up with ramps or stairs. This means more room for storage, equipment, or production lines.

2. Improve Workplace Safety

• Reduce Manual Handling Risks – Industrial lifts take the strain off your workforce by reducing the risk of injuries associated with carrying heavy loads up and down stairs or ramps.
• Prevent Product Damage – Industrial lifts provide a controlled and stable platform for transporting goods, reducing the risk of damage caused by accidental drops or collisions during manual handling.

3. Increase Your Bottom Line

• Increased Throughput – With more efficient vertical transportation, you can increase your production capacity, as orders are fulfilled orders faster and there may be the potential to take on more business.
• Reduced Employee Costs – Industrial lifts streamline your operations, potentially requiring fewer employees for material handling tasks.
• Improved Energy Efficiency – Modern industrial lifts are designed with energy-saving features, such as LED lighting and regenerative drive systems, helping to reduce your operating costs and environmental footprint.

4. Future-Proof Your Operations

• A Scalable Solution – As your business grows, industrial lifts can adapt to accommodate increased demand and your evolving needs.
• Versatility – Tower Lifts can customise your industrial lift to suit your specific facility layout and operational requirements.
• Enhanced Property Value – Installing an industrial lift makes your facility more attractive to potential buyers or tenants, should you ever decide to sell or lease.

Industrial Lifts Solutions

Industrial lifts aren’t just a single product – they’re a family of solutions designed to streamline the vertical movement of goods and people in your setting. Let’s take a look at the different types:

1. Goods Lifts

• What They Are – Robust and powerful, goods lifts are specifically designed to carry heavy loads, pallets, and bulky items between floors. They come in various sizes and configurations to accommodate different load capacities and facility layouts.
• With Attendant or Goods Only – Goods lifts can be configured as “with attendant,” meaning they are designed to carry both goods and an operator, or “goods only,” meaning they are solely for transporting goods. The choice depends on your specific operational needs and safety considerations.
• How They Help – Goods lifts eliminate the need for manual hauling, reducing workforce costs, minimising the risk of injuries, and preventing product damage. They streamline the material flow within your facility, speeding up production cycles and improving overall efficiency.

2. Service Lifts

• What They Are – Service lifts are smaller than goods lifts, typically used to transport lighter loads like tools, supplies, and documents. They’re often found in restaurants, hotels, and hospitals, where they operate behind the scenes to keep operations running smoothly.
• How They Help – Service lifts enhance operations, freeing up staff for more customer-facing tasks. They ensure a smooth flow of supplies and materials, improving productivity and customer satisfaction.

3. Mezzanine Lifts

• What They Are – Mezzanine lifts are specifically designed to connect mezzanine floors to the main floor level. They’re a cost-effective way to expand your usable space without the need for expensive renovations or expansions.
• How They Help – Mezzanine lifts create a simple and efficient link between your mezzanine and main floor, so you can make the most of your existing space. They facilitate the efficient movement of goods and people, optimising your warehouse layout.

At Tower Lifts, We Work For Your Success

The team at Tower Lifts understands the important role that industrial lifts can play in the success of your business. That’s why we offer a range of top-quality industrial lift solutions designed to meet your specific needs.

Our experienced team will work closely with you to assess your requirements, design a custom lift system for your facility, and provide ongoing maintenance and support to ensure your investment continues to deliver for your business.

As an ISO9001:2015 LiftCert and UKAS-approved company, we work to the strictest safety and regulatory standards. Your industrial lift installation is in good hands.

Contact Tower Lifts today for a free consultation and discover how our industrial lift solutions can transform your business.

Tower Lifts carry out design and installation on a varied range of lifts throughout the UK including:

Domestic Lifts • Food Lifts • Bespoke Platform Lifts • Service Lifts • Platform Lifts • Goods Lifts • Scenic Lifts • Heavy Duty / Car Lifts • Passenger Lifts • Dumbwaiter Lifts • MRL Lifts • Fire lifts • Residential Lifts • low-Headroom Lifts