Engineered Lifting Solutions
for Heavy Industry
UK manufactured below the hook equipment for safe, efficient handling of coils, ingots, plates and more trusted by production companies across the globe.
Welcome to Powlift
Below the hook lifting equipment
Powlift Material Handling is a specialist manufacturer of below the hook lifting and turnover units based in the West Midlands.
We design, build, and support robust equipment that keeps heavy‑duty operations moving, from steel and metal production to wider manufacturing and construction supply chains.
Whether you’re lifting or turning coils, laying down plates or rotating complex assemblies, our engineered solutions are built around your load, your process, and your safety requirements.
Laydown Grabs / Ingot Lifter
Purpose built for safe, controlled handling and laydown of coils and similar loads, and heavy duty lifters for ingots and cast products.
Tongue Lifter
Heavy-duty lifting solutions designed for the safe and efficient handling of ingots, billets, slabs, and other cast products. Built for demanding industrial environments and high-cycle operation.
Turnover / Upender Units
Engineered systems to rotate and turn heavy components, coils, and assemblies, reducing manual intervention and improving operator safety.
Coil Grabs and Tongs
Precision designed grabs and tongs for vertical and horizontal coil handling, tailored to your line layout and material specifications.
Plate Lifters and C‑hooks
Reliable solutions for lifting plates, slabs and other flat products, with options to integrate into existing crane and hoist systems.
Custom Handling Solutions
When your application doesn’t fit a catalogue product, we design and manufacture bespoke equipment to match your exact requirements.
Where We Operate
Industries we serve
With over 50 years experience our equipment is in use across a wide range of sectors, including:
- Steel and metal production: Handling coils, ingots, plates and billets with repeatable precision and high safety margins.
- Heavy manufacturing: Turnover and lifting units for large components, assemblies and fabrications.
- Construction materials and distribution: Robust lifting gear for moving bulky materials through warehouses, yards and loading bays.
- Global production companies: Export‑ready solutions for plants around the world, backed by engineering support and long‑term service.
If your operation relies on moving heavy, awkward or high‑value loads, we can engineer a solution that fits.
The Industry Experts
Why Choose Powlift
UK manufacturer
Design and production carried out in the West Midlands, with direct access to the people who build your equipment.
Application‑led engineering
We start with your load, your process and your safety standards, then design the right lifting solution around them.
Safety and compliance built‑in
Equipment designed to meet relevant standards and support safe working practices, reducing risk for operators and assets.
Durability and serviceability
Heavy duty construction, supported by inspection, maintenance and refurbishment options to extend equipment life.
Global reach, local support
Supplying equipment across the globe while maintaining responsive support for UK and Worldwide customers.
Industry experts
We have a wide range of expertise working across various sectors and industries with over 50 years experience.
How we work
- Consultation & Site Review We discuss your application, review drawings or visit site to understand loads, clearances and process flow.
- Concept & Design Our engineers develop a tailored solution, providing drawings and specifications for review and approval.
- Manufacture & Testing Equipment is manufactured, assembled and tested to agreed standards before delivery.
- Installation & Training Where required, we support installation and operator familiarisation to ensure safe, efficient use from day one.
- Ongoing Support Inspection Servicing and refurbishment options keep your lifting equipment performing over the long term.