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Lift tables are an essential part of the UK Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) sector, designed to
raise loads to optimal working heights to improve ergonomics, safety, and efficiency. Commonly used
in warehouses, manufacturing plants, assembly lines, and distribution facilities, lift tables help
reduce manual handling risks while supporting precise positioning of goods.
Gable Business Finance specialises in arranging asset finance for lift tables,
supporting UK businesses investing in safer, more efficient handling solutions. Finance is available
for new, used, and upgraded lift table installations, whether supplied as standalone equipment or
integrated into wider materials handling systems.
Lift tables are designed to raise, lower, and position loads at controlled heights, enabling workers
to handle goods without excessive bending, lifting, or reaching. Unlike fixed-height workstations,
lift tables can be adjusted to suit different load sizes and operator needs.
In UK materials handling operations, lift tables are commonly used to:
By improving ergonomics, lift tables contribute directly to productivity, staff wellbeing, and
health and safety compliance.
UK businesses use a variety of lift table designs depending on load capacity, environment, and
application.
Scissor lift tables are the most common type, using a scissor mechanism to raise and lower loads.
They are widely used in warehouses and manufacturing environments for pallet and container handling.
Hydraulic lift tables provide smooth, controlled lifting and are suitable for heavier loads or
frequent use.
Electric lift tables offer precise height control and are ideal for production lines and
workstations requiring frequent adjustments.
Mobile lift tables combine lifting capability with portability, allowing loads to be moved between
work areas.
Lift tables are used across a wide range of UK industries, including:
In these sectors, lift tables play a vital role in maintaining safe, efficient handling processes.
These benefits make lift tables an important investment for UK businesses seeking to improve working
conditions and efficiency.
Although individual lift tables may be relatively modest in cost, larger installations or multiple
units across a site can represent a significant capital outlay. Asset finance allows UK businesses
to spread this cost while implementing ergonomic improvements immediately.
Businesses choose to finance lift tables to:
Hire purchase allows businesses to spread the cost of lift tables over an agreed term while working
toward ownership. This is suitable for permanent installations.
Leasing offers flexibility where equipment may be upgraded or relocated as operational needs change.
Existing lift tables owned outright can sometimes be refinanced to release capital for working
capital or further materials handling investment.
Gable Business Finance can arrange funding for:
This flexibility enables UK businesses to invest in practical, cost-effective lifting solutions.
Lift tables support compliance with UK health and safety regulations by reducing manual handling
risks and improving workstation ergonomics. Modern designs include safety features such as toe
guards, emergency stops, and overload protection.
Financing enables businesses to upgrade equipment and improve safety standards without delaying
investment.
Lift Table Finance from Gable Business Finance supports UK materials handling
businesses investing in ergonomic lifting solutions. Asset finance is available for scissor,
hydraulic, electric, and mobile lift tables through hire purchase, leasing, and refinance.
Lift tables are essential tools for improving ergonomics and safety across UK materials handling
operations. By raising loads to working height, they reduce injury risk and support efficient,
accurate handling.
Gable Business Finance provides specialist finance solutions that allow UK businesses to invest in
lift tables while protecting cash flow and supporting long-term operational efficiency.
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