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manufacturing & engineering
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- Annahagh, Co. Monaghan, H18 VP65, Ireland
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Manufacturing and engineering face challenges like safety hazards, inefficiencies, equipment reliability, material damage, worker strain, and space constraints, leading to congestion and slower operations.
Combilift tackles material handling challenges with pedestrian stackers, straddle carriers, and multidirectional forklifts, enhancing safety, efficiency, and productivity while reducing manual lifting and material damage.
Workplace Safety Hazards
Combilift’s multi-directional forklifts enhance safety by reducing manual lifting and enabling controlled movement of heavy or hazardous materials, minimising risks in confined spaces.
Inefficiency and Downtime
Combilift’s versatile equipment optimises material handling, reducing bottlenecks and delays with compact, flexible machines that enhance workflow efficiency in tight spaces.
Equipment Maintenance
Combilift’s durable machines minimise downtime with low-maintenance designs and comprehensive after-sales support, ensuring long-term reliability and safety.
Damage to Materials
Combilift’s multi-directional forklifts and sideloaders offer precise, stable handling for fragile or oversized materials, reducing damage and minimising costs.
Worker Strain & Injury
Combilift’s ergonomic equipment reduces manual lifting, minimising worker fatigue and injury while improving safety, productivity, and well-being.
Space Constraints
Combilift’s compact, multi-directional equipment optimises space, enabling efficient material handling in narrow aisles and improving storage capacity and workflow.
// Our solutions
Powerful, economical, and built for performance, Combilift’s Powered Pallet Truck is a highly versatile solution for the manufacturing and engineering sectors. With a lift capacity of up to 17,300lbs, it’s ideal for small to medium warehouses and production lines, supporting efficient material flow and optimising operational workflows.
- Capacity: 6,000lbs – 35,000lbs
- Lift Height: 95 - 110mm
- Engine Types: Electric
- Machinery Type: Pedestrian Stacker
The Combi-WR, awarded the FLTA Award for Ergonomics in 2014, is the only walkie reach stacker built for the manufacturing and engineering industries that operates efficiently in aisles as tight as 2 metres, pallet to pallet. Its precision handling maximises storage and boosts efficiency, ideal for compact production and warehouse spaces.
- Capacity: 4,400lbs
- Overall Width: 1512mm
- Engine Types: Electric
- Machinery Type: Pedestrian Stacker
Safety is a primary focus of the Combi-CS, featuring a multi-position tiller with push-button rear wheel rotation. This design keeps operators in the safest position when placing and picking in narrow aisles, making it ideal for the manufacturing and engineering sectors where safety, control, and efficiency are essential.
- Capacity: 2,200lbs - 4,400lbs
- Lift Height: 2500mm
- Engine Type: Electric
- Machinery Type: Pedestrian Stacker
The COMBI C-Series forklifts are purpose-built for the manufacturing and engineering industries, providing a safe, reliable, and highly productive solution for handling large or specialised loads. Acting as three machines in one - sideloader, counterbalance, and narrow aisle forklift they streamline handling tasks, reduce downtime, and significantly improve efficiency across complex manufacturing and production environments.
- Capacity: 5,000lbs - 55,000lbs
- Lift Height: 159" - 12m
- Engine Types: Diesel, LPG & Electric
- Machinery Type: Multi Directional
The innovative Combi-CB is the original multidirectional counterbalance forklift designed for the manufacturing and engineering industries. More compact than standard forklifts, it easily handles both palletised loads and long components in sideways mode. This versatility makes it ideal for tight production areas and efficient, reliable material handling across busy and varied manufacturing environments.
- Capacity: 5,000lbs - 6,000lbs
- Lift Height: Up to 7.5m
- Engine Types: Diesel, LPG & Electric
- Machinery Type: Multi Directional
Combilift provides cost-effective solutions for handling containers and oversized loads, making it ideal for the logistical demands of the manufacturing and engineering industries. Our equipment is built to handle heavy modular components safely and efficiently, reducing damage risk and boosting productivity. Combilift’s solutions streamline operations and improve workflow across complex industrial environments.
- Highly Customisable
- Automatic attachment to handle ALL products
- Remote control option available
- Easy to service – ground accessible engine
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frequently asked questions
Find answers to the most common questions below about the Manufacturing & Engineering Industry.
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Manufacturing and engineering operations often handle machinery, fabricated steel, pallets, raw materials and oversized components. Combilift solutions offer capacities from 4,400lbs to 35,000lbs as standard, with heavier custom handling solutions available for specialised applications. Selecting the correct capacity helps improve workflow efficiency, minimise product damage and ensure safe movement of high-value engineering products.
Combilift provides a range of material handling solutions, including powered pallet trucks, Combi-WR pedestrian stackers, multidirectional forklifts and straddle carriers. These solutions are designed to transport heavy, long and irregular loads efficiently while improving manoeuvrability within factories, warehouses and production facilities.
The ideal power source depends on the application. Electric forklifts are popular for indoor production facilities, while LPG models offer versatility across mixed environments. Diesel forklifts are often selected for heavier outdoor handling tasks. Combilift offers electric, LPG and diesel options to support a wide variety of manufacturing and engineering requirements.
Battery runtime depends on operating hours, travel distances, load weights and lifting frequency. Modern Combilift electric material handling equipment is designed to support demanding production schedules throughout a standard shift. Effective battery charging and maintenance programmes help maximise uptime, reduce operating costs and improve warehouse productivity.
Reach requirements vary significantly across manufacturing facilities. Combilift offers solutions ranging from low-lift powered pallet trucks with lift heights of 95-110mm to forklifts with higher mast configurations depending on the model. This flexibility helps businesses optimise storage systems and improve material flow throughout production and warehousing operations.
Safety is critical when moving heavy machinery, fabricated products and fragile components. Combilift equipment incorporates ergonomic controls, stable multidirectional movement and designs that reduce manual handling requirements. These features help improve operator comfort, enhance load control and reduce workplace safety risks in busy manufacturing environments.
Manufacturing facilities often handle unique products that require specialised load support. Combilift solutions can be fitted with standard forks, load-specific supports and carrier attachments. These options help improve load stability, increase handling efficiency and provide safer transport for machinery, fabricated products and long materials.
Yes. Many manufacturing businesses require material handling equipment that can move seamlessly between production areas, warehouses and outdoor yards. Combilift forklifts are designed for both indoor and outdoor operation, helping businesses improve fleet utilisation and streamline material movement throughout their facilities.
Space constraints can limit production efficiency and inventory capacity. Combilift multidirectional forklifts are designed to operate in narrower aisles, helping manufacturers increase storage density and improve stock accessibility. This allows businesses to maximise existing warehouse space without the need for costly expansion projects.
Manufacturers often manage a combination of heavy, long, fragile and irregular loads while maintaining efficient production flow. Common challenges include bottlenecks, worker strain and restricted storage space. Combilift solutions address these issues through specialised handling equipment, improved manoeuvrability and reduced manual handling, helping businesses enhance productivity and operational safety.
