What Canning Conveyor does

Canning Conveyor Co Ltd is a UK-based, privately held engineering company founded in September 1965 and headquartered in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, operating from two adjacent Worksop sites (Sandy Lane Industrial Estate and a 4,000 sq/m Claylands Avenue engineering factory acquired in 2014). The company designs, fabricates, installs and commissions bespoke conveyor systems and bulk material handling equipment, supplemented by its own branded consumables. Core product lines span the proprietary Cannoflex™ conveyor belting range (14 types including standard, chevron, heat-, oil-, and rip-stop variants up to 1,600mm width), SuperDrive™ motorised drums with non-regreasable seals, Canning Modular Conveyor (CMC) sections, and the patented Tumbleator™ moving platform used in film, TV and live entertainment. Revenue is generated through a mix of one-off equipment sales, project-based engineering services (design, fabrication, civil works, installation, electrical commissioning), equipment hire to the entertainment sector, and recurring supply of belting, rollers, vulcanising consumables and rubber products. Pricing is quote-based for bespoke work, with longer-term lease-with-option-to-purchase arrangements (1–5 years) offered for capital equipment.

The company's customer base is concentrated in heavy industry across quarrying, mining and aggregates (CEMEX, Lafarge Tarmac, Aggregate Industries, Hanson, Sibelco, Corus), power generation (Tullis Russell / Markinch biomass CHP), and waste recycling (Viridor, Sweeptech, the ciVic® MSW plant with Civic Environmental Systems), while a separate Film & TV division supplies marquee productions including Cirque du Soleil, Sky One's A League Of Their Own, the London Marathon, and Mr Beast. Operations span the UK as the primary market, with international reach into Australia, the USA, Germany, Austria, Spain, and Africa via the entertainment division. Quality assurance is anchored by ISO 9001:2015, BS EN ISO 3834-2:2005 welding certification, and BS EN 1090-1 up to EXC Class 4, supporting eligibility for regulated infrastructure tenders.

Go-to-market is enterprise field sales executed direct, with tenders to selected suppliers for major quarry projects and repeat business driven by relationships with blue-chip buyers. Distribution is primarily direct, with no third-party resellers described for core products; entertainment-side demand is largely referral-driven among production managers and art directors. Recent strategic posture includes a £1m Barclays-financed factory expansion (2014), a generation change in ownership (2017) with Andrew Canning as Chairman & Managing Director, sustained CE recertification, and ongoing investment in stock and capacity revealed in early 2026 communications.

Name

Canning Conveyor

Legal name

Canning Conveyor Co Ltd

Website

https://canningconveyor.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Canning Conveyor is a privately held UK engineering firm founded in 1965 that designs, fabricates, installs and commissions bespoke conveyor systems, branded belting (Cannoflex) and the patented Tumbleator moving platform for industrial bulk-handling clients and the film, TV and live-entertainment sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bulk Material Handling Equipment

NAICS

Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing (333922), Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Wholesale-Construction & Mining (No Petro) Machinery & Equip (5082)

akta.pro primary industry

Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers) (IMAHABAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Loading/Unloading & Transfer Equipment (Telescopic Conveyors, Loaders, Tipplers) (IMAHABAI)

Keywords

• Conveyor systems
• Bulk material handling
• Conveyor belting
• Industrial conveying equipment
• Engineering fabrication services

Headquarters

HQ city

Worksop

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales (Conveyors, Belting, Components): Sale of bespoke and standard conveyor systems, conveyor belting (Cannoflex brand), rollers, drums, spare parts, and ancillary equipment. Equipment ranges from standard modular conveyors to fully bespoke engineered systems.
2. Equipment Hire and Rental: Hire of conveyor equipment, treadmills, Tumbleator, and belt reeling/cutting machines to Film & TV productions, events, and industrial clients. Both short-term and long-term hire options available, including lease with option to purchase.
3. Engineering Services (Design, Fabrication, Installation & Commissioning): Full turn-key engineering services including design, drawings, manufacture, installation and commissioning of steelwork, structural steelwork, civil work, conveyor system installations, hopper and feeder installations, and silo installations. Also includes electrical installation services.
4. Civil Works: Civil engineering services for quarry plant bases, conveyor bases, bridges and tunnels, field conveyor civils, stockpile radials, and associated infrastructure.
5. Belt Reeling & Cutting Services: Hire or purchase of Canning Belt Reeling Machines (Models C36 and C72) and Belt Cutting Machines, both available with diesel or electric drive.
6. Vulcanising Services and Products: Supply of vulcanising products (adhesives, uncured rubbers, hot/cold solutions, repair strips, patches, tools) and provision of on-site vulcanising services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Canning Conveyor Co Ltd designs, manufactures, supplies, and installs bespoke conveyor systems and conveyor belting for bulk material handling industries (quarrying, mining, aggregates, waste recycling, power generation, agriculture, and food). The company also operates a specialist Film & TV division that hires, rents, and sells the patented Tumbleator and other moving-platform equipment for entertainment productions. Services span full turnkey delivery: design, fabrication, civil works, installation, commissioning, vulcanising, and belt reeling/cutting.

Product overview

Canning Conveyor is a bulk material handling equipment supplier founded in 1965, operating a multi-product portfolio built around conveyor systems and components. The core product line centers on the Cannoflex conveyor belting brand (standard, chevron, heat resistant, oil resistant, rip stop, steelcord, PVC, grip top, friction back, cross-stabilised, elevator, and picking belts), complemented by belt reeling and cutting machines, vulcanising services, rubber products, and the patented Tumbleator moving platform. The company operates through its Canning Engineering division offering fabrication and structures, installation and commissioning, civil work, and electrical services for complete turn-key bulk handling solutions. A dedicated Film & TV division supplies specialist conveyor, treadmill, and Tumbleator equipment for productions. The product portfolio also includes SuperDrive motorised drums and Canning Modular Conveyor (CMC) systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cannoflex: Conveyor belting brand at the forefront of conveying excellence. Standard conveyor belting developed for conveying heavy and sharp edged goods in bulk such as gravel, crushed stone, limestone, iron pellets, glass and coal, sand and fertilisers.
• SuperDrive
• Canning Modular Conveyor (CMC)
• Tumbleator

Products and services

• Cannoflex Conveyor Belting

Quantifiable outcome

• Staff have never been involved in any accident or incident under CEMEX projects, operating to and above health and safety expectations on site.
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered notable, major, core and flagship.

• Freehand Productions (Australia)notableStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Canning supplied Tumbleator equipment air-freighted to Fox Studios Australia for 'A League Of Their Own – Australia' produced by Freehand Productions for Network Ten. Andrew Canning and an operator travelled with the equipment to oversee assembly, testing, rehearsal, and filming.
• Dosco EngineeringmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2009Canning Conveyor supplied feed extraction conveyors to main contractor Dosco Engineering for the Heathrow Terminal Five Baggage Tunnel project. Dosco holds over 50 years of experience in design, manufacture, and refurbishment of tunnelling machines. Canning's equipment was integrated into Dosco's SB400 Boom in Shield Tunnelling Machine.
• Civic Environmental Systems Ltd (CES)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2001Canning Conveyor supplied the complete conveyor equipment for the ciVic® Municipal Waste Aerobic Digester commercial-scale plant at Thornley, County Durham. Canning was subsequently awarded contracts for Phase 2 and Phase 3 conveying equipment. The ciVic® process is a patented aerobic digestion technology for MSW processing. Canning worked closely with CES to provide belt conveying systems forming an integral part of the process.
• Cirque du SoleilflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanning has a long-standing relationship with Cirque du Soleil, supplying bespoke Tumbleator and treadmill equipment for multiple productions including LUZIA (Royal Albert Hall residency), R.U.N., and other shows. Canning works closely with Cirque du Soleil's directors, art directors, and production teams to develop and test equipment for specific acrobatic performances. Canning's Film & TV testing facility is used by Cirque du Soleil for pre-testing equipment.
• Saxlund (Project Manager for Markinch CHP)majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCanning worked alongside project manager Saxlund on the Markinch biomass CHP plant in Fife, Scotland. Canning separately negotiated its contract for the design, detail, manufacture, construction, and supply of the biomass reception, storage silo feed, and reclaim belt conveyor system as part of the overall project.
• La Perle DragonenotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanning Conveyor has supplied equipment for La Perle Dragone productions, a major entertainment company founded by Franco Dragone.
• Little Dot StudiosnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanning worked with Little Dot Studios on 'The Evolution of Stunts' film produced for Honda and Channel 4, which featured Hollywood stunt man Damien Walters. Canning's Tumbleator was used as the core equipment for the production.
• Honda / Channel 4 TelevisionnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanning Conveyor collaborated on 'The Evolution of Stunts' — a film produced by Little Dot Studios celebrating the history of film stunts, commissioned by Honda and Channel 4 Television.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Fenner Dunlop: Fenner Dunlop is one of the world's largest manufacturers of conveyor belting for mining, quarrying, and industrial applications. Direct competitor to Canning's Cannoflex belting range, with overlapping customer base in bulk material handling.
• Martin Engineering: Martin Engineering specialises in conveyor belt cleaning, tracking, and material handling solutions for bulk material industries. Comparable niche specialist serving overlapping quarrying, mining, and waste management customers with conveyor-focused products.
• Intralox: Intralox is a global leader in modular plastic conveyor belts and conveying solutions for food processing, packaging, and industrial applications. Comparable specialty belt manufacturer with direct overlap in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial conveyor markets.
• Flexco: Flexco manufactures mechanical fastener systems and maintenance products for conveyor belts used in mining, aggregate, and recycling industries. Comparable niche specialist with adjacent rather than directly competing products serving similar UK and European customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Continental (ContiTech): Continental's ContiTech division is a global leader in conveyor belts and rubber products for industrial applications. Competitor across Canning's full belting portfolio, with significantly greater scale and international reach.
• Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology: Sandvik supplies crushing, screening, and materials handling equipment including conveyor systems to mining and quarrying customers globally. Overlaps with Canning's quarrying, aggregates, and mining segments but at substantially larger project scale.
• BEUMER Group: BEUMER Group is an international manufacturer of intralogistics systems including belt conveyors, bucket elevators, and palletising equipment for cement, mining, and power generation. Directly comparable in bulk material handling systems but with much larger global footprint.
• Terex Corporation (Materials Processing): Terex's Materials Processing segment produces crushing, screening, and material handling equipment for quarrying, mining, and recycling. Overlaps with Canning's industrial conveyor and aggregates handling business but at much larger scale with broader product portfolio.
• Trelleborg (Industrial Solutions): Trelleborg's engineered products division includes conveyor belts and polymer solutions for mining, quarrying, and material handling. Comparable in conveyor belting but operates as part of a much larger industrial conglomerate with broader product range.

Regional players

• Coveya: Coveya is a UK-based conveyor hire specialist providing temporary and modular conveyor systems for construction, recycling, and aggregate applications. Most direct UK-based peer with comparable service model and customer segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CanningConveyor

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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