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Access equipment is a vital part of the UK Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) sector, providing safe,
controlled access for maintenance, inspection, installation, and operational tasks at height.
Powered access solutions such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, and specialist access platforms are widely
used across warehouses, distribution centres, manufacturing plants, and industrial facilities.
Gable Business Finance specialises in arranging asset finance for access equipment,
including powered access solutions from leading manufacturers such as JLG. Our
finance solutions support UK businesses investing in safe, compliant access equipment without
placing pressure on working capital.
Access equipment enables workers to safely reach elevated work areas that would otherwise require
ladders, scaffolding, or manual access methods. Powered access solutions improve safety, efficiency,
and compliance while reducing the risks associated with working at height.
In UK materials handling and industrial environments, access equipment is commonly used to:
By providing stable platforms and controlled movement, access equipment supports safer working
practices across a wide range of applications.
UK businesses use a wide variety of powered access equipment depending on working height, reach,
environment, and load requirements.
Scissor lifts provide vertical access and are widely used in warehouses and factories for maintenance
and inspection tasks. They are available in electric and hybrid formats, making them suitable for
indoor use.
Boom lifts, including articulated and telescopic models, offer extended reach and flexibility. They
are commonly used for accessing difficult-to-reach areas in large warehouses and industrial sites.
Cherry pickers provide elevated access with a basket platform, supporting maintenance and
installation tasks at height in confined or complex environments.
Compact vertical lifts are ideal for narrow aisles and tight warehouse spaces where traditional
access equipment may be unsuitable.
Access equipment is used across a wide range of UK industries, including:
In these sectors, access equipment is essential for maintaining operational continuity and safety.
These benefits make access equipment a critical investment for UK businesses operating large or
high-bay facilities.
Powered access equipment represents a significant capital investment, particularly where businesses
require multiple machines or specialist platforms. Asset finance allows UK businesses to acquire
access equipment while preserving cash for core operations.
Businesses choose to finance access equipment to:
Hire purchase allows businesses to work toward ownership of access equipment over time, making it
ideal for long-term operational assets.
Leasing provides flexibility where equipment may be upgraded or replaced as operational needs
change. Fixed payments support predictable budgeting.
Existing access equipment owned outright can sometimes be refinanced to release capital for working
capital, expansion, or further materials handling investment.
Gable Business Finance can arrange funding for:
This flexibility enables UK businesses to invest in the right access solutions for their environment
and budget.
Access equipment plays a crucial role in maintaining compliance with UK health and safety regulations
relating to work at height. Modern powered access platforms include safety rails, emergency descent
systems, overload protection, and stability controls.
Financing new or upgraded access equipment allows businesses to improve safety standards without
delaying investment.
Access Equipment Finance from Gable Business Finance supports UK materials handling
businesses investing in powered access solutions. Asset finance is available for scissor lifts, boom
lifts, cherry pickers, and specialist access platforms through hire purchase, leasing, and refinance.
Access equipment is essential for safe and efficient maintenance, inspection, and operational tasks
across UK materials handling environments. By providing controlled access at height, these machines
support safety, compliance, and productivity.
Gable Business Finance delivers specialist funding solutions that enable UK businesses to invest in
access equipment while protecting cash flow and supporting long-term operational efficiency.
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