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Conveyor systems are a cornerstone of the UK Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) sector, enabling the
continuous movement of goods, products, and materials between processes with minimal manual
intervention. Installed across warehouses, factories, distribution centres, and sorting facilities,
conveyors improve throughput, reduce manual handling, enhance safety, and support scalable,
automated operations.
Gable Business Finance specialises in arranging finance for conveyor systems used in
materials handling environments throughout the UK. Whether funding standalone conveyors or complex,
integrated conveyor lines, Gable provides hire purchase, lease finance, business loans, and refinance
solutions that allow businesses to invest while protecting cash flow.
Conveyors are designed to move goods efficiently between different stages of an operation, such as
receiving, sorting, picking, packing, production, and dispatch. By automating repetitive movement
tasks, conveyors reduce reliance on manual handling and forklift traffic, creating safer and more
predictable workflows.
In UK materials handling environments, conveyors are commonly used to:
As labour availability tightens and throughput demands increase, conveyors have become a critical
investment for operational efficiency.
UK warehouses, factories, and sorting facilities use a wide range of conveyor types depending on
product characteristics, layout, and process requirements.
Belt conveyors are among the most common systems used in materials handling. They provide smooth,
continuous movement for cartons, parcels, and loose items and are widely used in warehouses,
manufacturing plants, and distribution centres.
Roller conveyors, including powered and gravity versions, are frequently used for handling cartons,
totes, and pallets. Gravity rollers are popular in packing and dispatch areas due to their simplicity
and low operating cost.
Chain and slat conveyors are used for heavier loads, such as pallets, containers, and industrial
components. They are commonly found in manufacturing and industrial environments.
Sorting conveyors integrate diverters, scanners, and control systems to route goods automatically to
different destinations. These systems are essential in high-volume logistics and parcel sorting
facilities.
Conveyors are used across a wide range of UK industries, including:
In each of these sectors, conveyors help businesses handle increasing volumes while maintaining
accuracy and consistency.
Conveyor systems often represent a significant investment, particularly where systems are bespoke,
site-specific, or integrated with automation and software. Financing allows businesses to implement
conveyor solutions without diverting capital from core operations.
UK businesses choose to finance conveyors in order to:
Hire purchase is a popular option for conveyor systems that form part of permanent site
infrastructure. Under a hire purchase agreement, the finance provider funds the purchase and
installation of the conveyor system, and the business repays the cost over an agreed term.
The business benefits from immediate use of the conveyor system, with ownership transferring once
the final payment is made. This option is particularly suitable for fixed conveyor lines installed
within warehouses, factories, and sorting facilities.
Key advantages of hire purchase include:
Lease finance provides flexibility for businesses that may need to upgrade, expand, or reconfigure
conveyor systems over time. Under a lease, businesses pay a regular rental to use the conveyor
equipment for a fixed period.
Leasing is particularly suitable for:
Lease rentals are typically treated as an operating expense, supporting cash flow management and
budgeting.
In some cases, a business loan may be the most practical way to fund a conveyor system, particularly
where the installation is part of a wider site development or automation project.
Business loans can be used to:
Gable Business Finance advises clients on whether asset-specific finance or a broader loan facility
offers the best overall solution.
Many UK businesses already own conveyor systems outright. Asset refinance allows capital tied up in
existing equipment to be released while the system continues to operate as normal.
Refinancing conveyor systems can be used to:
An e-commerce business financed a new conveyor and sorting system through hire purchase, enabling
higher order throughput and reduced reliance on manual picking during peak periods.
A UK manufacturer leased a bespoke conveyor line to feed components between production stages,
aligning repayments with increased output.
A waste and recycling operator refinanced existing conveyors to release capital for additional
screens and sorting equipment while maintaining continuous operation.
Conveyor systems improve health and safety by reducing manual handling and forklift movements.
Modern conveyors incorporate guarding, emergency stops, sensors, and safety interlocks to meet UK
health and safety standards.
Financing allows businesses to upgrade older conveyor systems to modern, compliant designs without
delaying investment.
Conveyor systems are essential to efficient materials handling across UK warehouses, factories, and
sorting facilities. By enabling continuous flow of goods between processes, conveyors improve
throughput, safety, and operational consistency.
Gable Business Finance provides specialist finance solutions for conveyor systems, including hire
purchase, leasing, business loans, and refinance, helping UK businesses invest in automation and
efficiency while protecting cash flow.
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