Movex
Movex, operated by Talleres Velilla S.A.U., is a Spanish manufacturer of aerial work platforms (10-20m working heights) serving equipment rental companies, public utilities, and electrical maintenance operators across 20+ countries, now operating as part of Time Manufacturing Company's TIME Europe group.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1949
- HeadquartersLa Garriga, Spain
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Movex does
Movex is a Spanish manufacturer of aerial work platforms (AWPs / mobile elevating work platforms) operated by the legal entity Talleres Velilla S.A.U. from its headquarters in La Garriga, Barcelona, with regional offices in Madrid and Gijón. The company has over 60 years of experience in the work-at-height equipment sector and is now integrated as a brand within Time Manufacturing Company's 'TIME Europe' group, alongside sister brands France Elévateur and Ruthmann. Its product portfolio is organized into two main categories: van-mounted platforms (TLF, 101, 121 FT series) and truck/chassis-mounted platforms (ATL, TLH, TLR, TLRx, TOPY series), covering working heights from 10.2m to 20m. The TOPY line includes variants built on Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, and Renault Master chassis, as well as an electric model (E-TOPY 11) on Ford E-Transit. Distinctive technical features include stabilizer-free compact designs operable by drivers with standard Class B licenses, basket capacities up to 450kg, and low-noise electric models for urban night operations.
Movex serves three primary customer segments: equipment rental companies (targeted by the new TLRx series), public services and utilities (electrical maintenance, public lighting, telecommunications), and partner workshops/technicians. Its technology is rooted in mechanical and hydraulic engineering rather than software, with proprietary platform designs rather than patented software. Business model is hardware-sales-led with multi-year service contracts: revenue streams include equipment sales (van and chassis lines, both standard and electric), aftermarket technical service and maintenance (1,500+ checks annually), spare parts supply, and IPAF-certified operator training. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customers contact Movex directly or through authorized distributors. Distribution is direct enterprise sales in Spain, complemented by 30+ partner workshops and an international distributor network covering 20+ countries across Europe, Middle East, Africa, South America, and Asia, including Ruthmann Holdings (Germany), Versalift (Nordics/UK), Thor Middle East (UAE/GCC), and partners in South Africa, Kenya, Chile, and Thailand. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 quality certification and IPAF-approved training provider status.
Movex firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Movex
- Legal name
- TALLERES VELILLA, S.A.U.
- Website
- https://movexlift.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1949
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Movex, operated by Talleres Velilla S.A.U., is a Spanish manufacturer of aerial work platforms (10-20m working heights) serving equipment rental companies, public utilities, and electrical maintenance operators across 20+ countries, now operating as part of Time Manufacturing Company's TIME Europe group.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Movex industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs)
- NAICS
- Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Lifting Platforms & Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs) (IMAHAJAJ)
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Where Movex is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- La Garriga
- HQ country
- Spain
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
Movex business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Aerial Work Platform Sales: Movex manufactures and sells aerial work platforms (truck-mounted and chassis-mounted) as the primary revenue stream. Products include van series (TLF, 101, 121 FT) and chassis series (ATL, TLH, TLR, TLRx, TOPY). Both standard and electric models are available.
- Technical Service & Maintenance: Aftermarket technical assistance, maintenance, and repair services for all Movex machines. Includes periodic maintenance contracts and spare parts supply through a dedicated spare parts department.
- Training Services: IPAF-certified operator training courses and manufacturer-specific technical training for technicians and mechanics, rental companies, and partner workshops. Training leads to PAL cards and UNE 58923 standard certification.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Industrial aerial work platforms — quote-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Movex product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Movex designs, manufactures, and sells truck-mounted and van-mounted aerial work platforms (MEWPs) for professional height access applications, with working heights ranging from 10m to 20m. The portfolio includes the TLF, 101, and 121 FT van series and the ATL, TLH, TLR, TLRx, and TOPY chassis series, including the electric e-TOPY variant. The company also provides IPAF-certified operator training and after-sales technical service through an authorized partner workshop network.
Product overview
Movex is a manufacturer of aerial work platforms (mobile elevating work platforms, MEWPs) for working at heights. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: Van-mounted platforms (TLF Series, 101 Series, 121 FT Series) and Truck/Chassis-mounted platforms (ATL Series, TLH Series, TLR Series, TLRx Series, TOPY Series). The TOPY Series includes multiple variants built on different vehicle platforms (Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Renault Master) and an electric version (E-TOPY on Ford E-Transit). The company also provides certified technical services, IPAF-approved operator training, and focuses on environmentally responsible products through its Blue Impact initiative. Movex operates as part of the TIME Europe group (Time Manufacturing Company) alongside sister brands France Elévateur and Ruthmann.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- TLF Van Series Van-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex van series, designed for professional height access applications installed on light commercial vans.
- 101 Van Series Van-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex van series, designed for professional height access applications installed on light commercial vans.
- 121 FT Van Series Van-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex van series, designed for professional height access applications installed on light commercial vans.
- ATL Chassis Series Truck-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex chassis series, designed for professional outdoor height access tasks.
- TLH Chassis Series Truck-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex chassis series, designed for professional outdoor height access tasks.
- TLR Chassis Series Truck-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex chassis series, designed for professional outdoor height access tasks.
- TLRx Chassis Series Truck-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex chassis series, designed for professional outdoor height access tasks.
- TOPY Chassis Series Truck-mounted aerial work platform from the Movex chassis series featuring a compact design that operates without stabilizers, broadening jobsite applicability. Includes the e-TOPY electric variant for lower-emission operations.
- Technical Service After-sales technical service for Movex aerial work platforms delivered through a network of authorized partner workshops, supporting maintenance, repairs, and spare parts across multiple markets.
- Training Services IPAF-certified operator training program delivered by Movex for safe use of aerial work platforms, intended for fleet operators, rental customers, and end users.
Quantifiable outcome
- 1,500+ maintenance and safety checks performed annually for installed equipment
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Movex
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Movex technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Movex partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
20 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Ruthmann Holdings GmbHcoreRuthmann Holdings GmbH serves as Movex's authorized distributor in Germany, representing Movex aerial work platforms in the German market from its location in Gescher.
- Ruthmann GmbHcoreRuthmann GmbH serves as Movex's authorized distributor in Austria from Dobl/Graz, distributing Movex equipment in the Austrian market.
- Versalift DenmarkcoreVersalift Denmark is the authorized distributor for Movex products in Denmark, located in Farso.
- Versalift Ireland LimitedcoreVersalift Ireland Limited represents Movex in the Irish market from its facility in Tallaght, Dublin.
- Versalift Norge AScoreVersalift Norge AS is the authorized Movex distributor in Norway, located in Trøgstad.
- Versalift Sweden ABcoreVersalift Sweden AB distributes Movex aerial work platforms in Sweden from Falkenberg.
- Versalift United Kingdom LimitedcoreVersalift United Kingdom Limited is the authorized Movex distributor in the UK from Burton Latimer, Kettering.
- ALMOVIcoreALMOVI is the authorized Movex distributor in Portugal covering the Lisbon area from Alcabideche.
- GRUMAN (Carlos Santos)coreGRUMAN (Carlos Santos) represents Movex in Portugal covering the northern region from Mangualde.
- HIAROM Invest SrlcoreHIAROM Invest Srl is the authorized Movex distributor in Romania from Dragomiresti-Vale, serving the local market.
- Ruthmann Schweiz AGcoreRuthmann Schweiz AG is the authorized Movex distributor in Switzerland from Kloten.
- Thor Middle East LLCcoreThor Middle East LLC (Al Shirawi Group) is the authorized distributor for Movex covering UAE and GCC countries (Oman, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain) from Dubai.
- Tawfiq Gargour & Fils L.L.C.coreTawfiq Gargour & Fils L.L.C. serves as Movex's authorized distributor in Jordan from Amman, representing the brand in the Jordanian market.
- HIAB SA (PTY) LTD.coreHIAB SA is the authorized Movex distributor in South Africa, also responsible for Namibia, Botswana, and Mozambique, located in Germiston.
- Engineering Development Ltd.coreEngineering Development Ltd. is the authorized Movex distributor in Kenya, also responsible for Uganda and Tanzania, based in Nairobi.
- IMERCHILEcoreIMERCHILE is the authorized Movex distributor in Chile, located in Santiago's Colina district.
- JAN NINE MANAGEMENT CO LTDcoreJAN NINE MANAGEMENT CO LTD is the authorized Movex distributor in Thailand, based in Bangkok.
- BULACCESS Ltd.coreBULACCESS Ltd. is the authorized Movex distributor in Bulgaria from Sofia.
- SR ServicescoreSR Services is the authorized Movex distributor in Malta from Mosta.
- IPAF (International Powered Access Federation)coreMovex is an IPAF-approved training provider, offering operator training courses that grant internationally recognized PAL cards and certification aligned with UNE 58923 standard and RD 1215/97 legislation. IPAF-certified training is delivered by Movex's manufacturer-authorized instructors.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Movex competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Socage: Italian manufacturer of truck-mounted and spider aerial platforms with strong presence across Southern Europe. Direct competitor to Movex in the 10–25m truck-mounted platform segment, especially in Mediterranean rental and municipal markets.
- Palfinger: Austrian-listed manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms, loader cranes, and tail lifts. Direct competitor in the European truck-mounted MEWP segment served by Movex, with deeper international scale and a broader product portfolio.
- Haulotte: French-listed specialist manufacturer of MEWPs (scissor, boom, and push-around lifts). A focused European competitor to Movex in aerial access, though with a different core product mix (self-propelled platforms) versus Movex's truck-mounted focus.
- Bronto Skylift: Finnish manufacturer of truck-mounted and insulating aerial platforms, owned by Federal Signal. Competes with Movex in higher-reach truck-mounted segments and serves similar utility, telecom, and public service end customers across Europe.
- Ruthmann: German manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms and sister brand of Movex within Time Manufacturing Company (TIME Europe). Sells highly overlapping chassis-mounted platforms (e.g., T-series) into European rental and municipal markets via an extensive dealer network.
- Versalift: US-rooted, Denmark-headquartered manufacturer of van-, truck-, and trailer-mounted aerial platforms. Direct MEWP competitor and simultaneously one of Movex's authorized distributors in the Nordics and the UK, illustrating the overlap between competitor and channel partner roles.
- France Elévateur: French manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial platforms and third sister brand under Time Manufacturing Company (TIME Europe). Competes with Movex directly on van- and chassis-mounted MEWPs and is now grouped with Movex under the 'One Europe' integration.
Broad incumbents
- Time Manufacturing Company: US-based parent group that owns Movex, Ruthmann, France Elévateur, and other MEWP brands globally. Sets the capital allocation, integration roadmap ('One Europe'), and competitive context within which Movex operates.
- Manitou Group: French-listed global manufacturer of material handling and aerial work platforms (telehandlers, rough-terrain and truck-mounted lifts). Overlaps with Movex in MEWPs but competes across a much broader product portfolio with significantly larger scale and dealer network.
- JLG Industries (Oshkosh): World-leading manufacturer of aerial work platforms (boom, scissor, and low-level access lifts) within the Oshkosh Corporation group. Indirect competitor to Movex in Europe, especially in larger rental fleets, with substantially greater global scale.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Movex social profiles
Digital presenceMovex compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Movex financial estimates
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Investors
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Frequently asked questions about Movex
What does Movex do?
Movex designs, manufactures, and sells truck-mounted and van-mounted aerial work platforms (MEWPs) for professional height access applications, with working heights ranging from 10m to 20m. The portfolio includes the TLF, 101, and 121 FT van series and the ATL, TLH, TLR, TLRx, and TOPY chassis series, including the electric e-TOPY variant. The company also provides IPAF-certified operator training and after-sales technical service through an authorized partner workshop network.
Is Movex a public or private company?
Movex is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Movex founded?
Movex was founded in 1949. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Movex based?
Movex is headquartered in La Garriga, Spain, in the Europe region.
How does Movex make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Aerial Work Platform Sales are the primary driver. The others are technical Service & Maintenance and training Services.
Who are Movex's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Socage, Palfinger, Haulotte, Bronto Skylift, Ruthmann, Versalift and France Elévateur. Broad incumbents are Time Manufacturing Company, Manitou Group and JLG Industries (Oshkosh).
Does Movex have an API?
No public API is recorded for Movex.
What industry is Movex in?
Movex's product category is Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs). Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAJAJ, Lifting Platforms & Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs). Its NAICS code is 333924 and its SIC code is 3530.