What Multiquip (UK) Ltd does

Multiquip (UK) Ltd is a UK-based construction equipment distributor founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dukinfield, operating as a private limited company with 11-50 employees. The company distributes and resells professional-grade concrete construction equipment across more than ten manufacturer brands, including Somero (laser screeds), MQ WHITEMAN (power trowels), MIKASA (compactors), iQ Power Tools (dry-cut masonry saws), ALMI (block splitters), Magic Screed, KRAFT, Hamevac, MAKINEX, and the core MQ product line, with engines sourced from Honda, Hatz, and Ford Power Products. Its product range covers the full concrete construction workflow: concrete vibrators (flex-shaft, pendulum, battery, and high-frequency pokers), walk-behind and ride-on power trowels, plate compactors and reversible compactors, block splitters, dry-cut masonry saws with integrated dust collection, surface preparation and polishing systems, and vacuum material handling equipment. Notable proprietary features distributed include iQ Q-Drive blade technology, ALMI Easy Cutting Power technology, integrated dust collection systems, cyclonic pre-cleaners, and brushless electric motors in the P18Li battery vibrating poker.

The company operates a direct-to-customer B2B/B2C e-commerce model through its own storefront at multiquip.co.uk, with pricing displayed in GBP inclusive of VAT across four tiers from sub-£100 parts and accessories to £15,000+ premium ride-on equipment on quote-based terms. It supplements unit sales with a hire/rental offering for short-term or project-based equipment needs and an aftermarket parts and accessories program, providing recurring engagement across the equipment lifecycle. Customer segments are defined by use case rather than firmographic tier, with concrete contractors identified as the primary segment, followed by landscaping and paving contractors, general construction trades, and groundworks and civil engineering firms. The company serves the United Kingdom only, with no disclosed international expansion, and its go-to-market relies on its e-commerce storefront, brand portfolio display, category-structured SEO, and a Knowledge Base of handbooks, operation manuals, and parts documentation rather than broader content marketing campaigns.

Name

Multiquip (UK) Ltd

Legal name

Multiquip (UK) Ltd

Website

https://multiquip.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Multiquip (UK) Ltd is a UK-based construction equipment distributor founded in 1998, selling and renting concrete vibrators, power trowels, compactors, block splitters, and masonry saws across 10+ premium brands to trade contractors via e-commerce and hire channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Construction and Mining (except Oil Well) Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (42381), Construction and Mining (except Oil Well) Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423810), Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

SIC

Wholesale-Construction & Mining (No Petro) Machinery & Equip (5082), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro primary industry

Surface Preparation & Compaction Equipment Rental/Leasing (Compactors, Rollers, Grinders) (TLABAFAJ)

Keywords

• Construction equipment distribution
• Concrete vibrators and pokers
• Plate compactors rammers
• Power trowels finishing
• Masonry saws block splitters

Headquarters

HQ city

Dukinfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales (B2C/B2B E-commerce): Primary revenue stream from direct sale of construction equipment through their e-commerce platform. Products include concrete vibrators, power trowels, plate compactors, block splitters, saws, and accessories. Pricing ranges from low-value spare parts to high-value professional equipment exceeding £10,000.
2. Equipment Hire/Rental: Company offers hire/rental options for equipment, allowing customers to rent rather than purchase equipment for short-term or project-specific needs.
3. Parts and Accessories Sales: Aftermarket sales of replacement parts, consumables, and accessories including blades, filters, vibrator heads, and maintenance kits for equipment across all distributed brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Multiquip (UK) Ltd is a UK-based construction equipment distributor that sells and rents professional-grade machinery for concrete placement, vibration, compaction, finishing, cutting, and surface preparation. The company distributes products from over 10 international brands including Somero (laser screeds), MQ WHITEMAN (power trowels), MIKASA (compactors), iQ Power Tools (dustless masonry saws), ALMI (block splitters), Magic Screed, KRAFT, Hamevac, MAKINEX, and the MQ core brand, serving concrete contractors, paving contractors, civil engineering firms, and general construction trades through e-commerce sales and hire arrangements.

Product overview

Multiquip (UK) Ltd operates as a specialized construction equipment supplier offering a multi-brand portfolio of concrete finishing, compaction, material handling, and cutting equipment. The company's product offering is organized around branded sub-categories: MQ WHITEMAN (walk-behind and ride-on power trowels), MIKASA (plate compactors and rammers), Somero (laser screeds), Magic Screed (concrete vibrators and screed blades), IQ (dustless masonry saws), ALMI (block splitters), KRAFT (hand tools and bump cutters), Hamevac (vacuum lifters), and MAKINEX (material handling). Core product categories include concrete vibrators (battery, electric, petrol, and high-frequency pokers), compaction equipment (plate compactors and rammers), concrete finishing tools (walk-behind trowels, ride-on trowels, hand trowels, bump cutters), material cutting (dry cut masonry saws with integrated dust collection), and surface preparation systems. The company also provides a comprehensive parts program through its Knowledge Base for handbooks, operation manuals, parts manuals, and technical information across all brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Whiteman J36H90 Walk Behind Trowel A 36-inch walk-behind power trowel with Honda GX270 8.5 HP engine, 4-blade spider assembly, 90-155 RPM blade speed range, 1-year limited warranty, and front access panel for maintenance. Targeted at concrete finishing professionals.
• Multiquip Concrete Strimmer Poker Compact portable strimmer poker with Honda four-stroke motor for vibrating slabs, footings, stairways, and footpaths; lightweight with adjustable handle and carry strap. Designed for concrete placement professionals.
• Mikasa MVC88V Plate Compactor Single cast baseplate plate compactor with Honda GX160 engine, hour/tachometer, up to 50% less hand-arm vibration than competition, and optional urethane plate attachment for paving stones. Targeted at groundworks contractors.
• iQMS362 Dry Cut Masonry Saw World's first 16.5-inch masonry saw with integrated dust collection featuring Q-Drive blade cutting 60mm x 4-inch paver in 3 seconds, 5.5-inch depth, 24-inch length of cut, 240V operation with soft-start technology. Targeted at masonry and paving trades.
• AL33D Block Splitter Professional block splitter with 330mm cutting width and 10-120mm cutting height, fixed support plates with ruler/graduation for angled cuts, square blade usable on four sides, and electrolytically galvanized components. Used by paving and hardscape contractors.
• P18LI Battery Vibrating Poker Battery-powered 18V lithium ion concrete vibrator (450W max, brushless motor, 1,550g) with power comparable to the P14E hand stick; ships with two 5.0Ah batteries and 75-minute maximum charge time. For concrete professionals needing cordless vibration.
• Surface Polishing Puck (SP3) Diamond polishing tools with 3.2mm diamond height for power trowel polishing systems, available in 100, 200, 400, 800, 1500, and 3000 grit sizes. Targeted at concrete polishing contractors.
• Multiquip CV Series 110V Electric Pokers Flex-shaft concrete vibrators for medium to high-slump concrete; 1.2/1.8/2.4 kW motor options at 110V (50 or 60Hz); flexible shafts from 10 to 21 feet with five steel vibrator head options. Targeted at concrete placement professionals.
• Mikasa MVH508DE Forward Reverse Compaction Plate Reversible plate compactor with Hatz diesel engine, electric start, hour/tachometer, cyclonic pre-cleaner, hydraulic forward/reverse controls, and extension plates adding up to 6 inches to working width. For heavy-duty groundworks.
• Silver Kit Hammerhead (Somero parts kit) Maintenance kit for Somero Hammerhead laser screeds including spare paddle joystick, rubber bushings, bearings, hydraulic hoses, spark plug, oil filter, fuel filter, vibration motor, and actuators. Targeted at Somero equipment owners.
• Hose 2 Go 14LTR MAKINEX-branded surface preparation equipment for construction applications. Targeted at concrete finishing professionals.
• AL15-EASY Block Splitter Smallest and lightest ALMI Easyline block splitter with 175mm cutting width and 40-100mm cutting height, featuring Easy Cutting Power technology for up to 20% lighter cutting effort. Targeted at paving contractors.
• AL33D-EASY Block Splitter Professional block splitter with 330mm cutting width and 10-120mm cutting height featuring Easy Cutting Power technology for up to 20% lighter cutting; square blade usable on four sides with angled cutting capability. Targeted at professional paving contractors.
• Magic Screed Parts and Components Replacement parts for Magic Screed Honda equipment including housing shaft assembly, handle assembly, adjustable handle sections, drive shaft, circlip, and drive shaft assemblies. Targeted at Magic Screed equipment owners.
• KRAFT Lightweight Bump Cutter 120-inch magnesium bump cutter straightedge made from Genuine Extru-Lite Magnesium (30% lighter than aluminum) with braces, knucklehead handle attachment, and roller bearing collar; available in 10ft and 12ft sizes. Used by concrete flatwork contractors.
• Construction Equipment Hire/Rental Rental of professional construction equipment (including MAKINEX power boxes and other distributed brands) for short-term or project-specific needs, providing customers flexibility versus outright purchase. Targeted at UK contractors with project-based equipment demand.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% faster cutting speed with iQ Q-Drive blade technology
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and moderate.

• SomerocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiquip (UK) Ltd distributes Somero products including laser screeds and related equipment. Somero is a manufacturer of concrete placing and finishing equipment. Products available include Silver Kit Hammerhead parts kits and Somero Laser Screed systems.
• MQ WHITEMANcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMQ WHITEMAN brand products distributed including walk-behind trowels, ride-on trowels, and concrete finishing tools. Products include J36H90 36-inch walk-behind trowel and high-horsepower ride-on trowel variants.
• MIKASAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMIKASA compaction equipment including plate compactors, reversible plate compactors, and 4-stroke rammers distributed. Products include MVC88V plate compactor and MVH508DE reversible compactor with Hatz diesel engines.
• IQ (iQ Power Tools)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributoriQ Power Tools products including dry-cut masonry saws with integrated dust collection. Products include iQMS362 Dry Cut Masonry Saw featuring proprietary Q-Drive blade technology and dust-free cutting capabilities.
• ALMIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorALMI block splitters including AL15-EASY, AL33D, and AL33D-EASY models. Products feature Easy Cutting Power technology for reduced cutting effort and fixed support plates for angled cutting applications.
• Magic ScreedmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMagic Screed concrete vibrating equipment and replacement parts distributed including M-Screed Honda models with various handle configurations and shaft housing assemblies.
• KRAFTmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKRAFT hand tools including lightweight bump cutters and concrete flatwork tools. Products include magnesium bump cutters with keyhole design for strength and adjustable configurations.
• HamevacmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHamevac vacuum lifters for material handling distributed under the Material Handling category.
• MAKINEXmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMAKINEX material handling products distributed including Hose 2 Go and power boxes. Products targeted at concrete placement and material handling applications.
• MQ (Multiquip Core Brand)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMQ branded products including concrete vibrators, strimmer pokers, battery pokers (P18Li), and related accessories. Products feature Honda engines and include various poker configurations.
• Honda (Engine Supplier)coreTechnology or IntegrationHonda engines are featured across multiple product lines including plate compactors (GX160, GX270), concrete vibrators, and strimmer pokers. Honda four-stroke motors provide reliable power with fuel efficiency benefits.
• Hatz (Engine Supplier)moderateTechnology or IntegrationHatz diesel engines (1D81, 1D815 models) power premium reversible plate compactors including MVH508DE, offering electric start and reliability for heavy-duty compaction applications.
• Ford Power Products (Engine Supplier)moderateTechnology or IntegrationFord Power Products engines (84-HP) power premium Whiteman ride-on trowels including ESTXDF model, supporting petrol/LPG fuel configurations.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• GAP Group: UK plant and equipment hire company providing compaction, concrete and surface-prep equipment. Closely comparable to Multiquip (UK) Ltd's hire/rental offering for trade contractors.
• Brandon Hire Station: UK tool and equipment hire chain with national coverage across compaction, cutting and concrete categories. Comparable distribution and hire footprint for trade construction customers.
• Speedy Hire: UK-listed tool and equipment hire company offering a broad range of construction and compaction equipment to contractors. Most directly comparable to Multiquip (UK) Ltd's hire/rental arm and overall UK construction-equipment channel position.
• Nixon Hire: UK family-owned plant, tool and equipment hire business serving construction and infrastructure contractors. Directly comparable to Multiquip (UK) Ltd's product and customer profile.
• Sunbelt Rentals UK (formerly A-Plant): Large UK equipment hire business (part of Ashtead Group) supplying compaction, concrete and construction equipment to contractors. Comparable in product mix and customer type, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• HSS Hire Group: UK tool and equipment hire specialist serving trade and consumer customers with compaction, cutting and concrete equipment. Closely overlaps Multiquip (UK) Ltd's product categories and UK-focused trade customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Jewson: UK builders' merchant with national branches selling construction materials, tools and equipment to trade. Overlaps with Multiquip (UK) Ltd's trade customer base and equipment categories, but at significantly larger scale and with materials-led mix.
• Travis Perkins: UK-listed builders' merchant supplying construction materials and equipment through a national branch network. Broader portfolio than Multiquip (UK) Ltd but serves the same trade construction customers with overlapping equipment and consumables categories.

Regional players

• Kiloutou: European equipment hire group with UK operations supplying tools, compaction and small plant to construction professionals. Comparable hire model and equipment categories to Multiquip (UK) Ltd, though headquartered outside the UK.
• Boels Rental: European equipment hire specialist with established UK presence offering compaction, concrete and site equipment. Comparable product and hire model, though headquartered and primarily operated outside the UK.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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