Wickham Hoist Ltd

What Wickham Hoist Ltd does

Wickham Hoist Ltd is a UK-based designer, manufacturer, and service provider of British-built rack and pinion hoists and lifting solutions. The business traces its operational heritage to 1961 and was relaunched under its current corporate form in 2023, operating from a headquarters in Rochester, Kent (Unit 10, Meridian Park, Medway City Estate) with a secondary office opened in Maidstone in January 2025. The product portfolio spans construction hoists (300kg-2000kg standard, up to 3500kg bespoke), passenger lifts (500kg-2000kg, EN81-20/50 compliant), public access lifts, modular event lifts, disabled access lifts (BS EN 81-41, DDA compliant), scenic lifts, and bespoke lifting systems. The underlying technology is the rack and pinion mechanical drive, complemented by the proprietary Wickham Power zero-carbon battery unit that allows operation on a 32amp supply without diesel generation and meets BREEAM sustainable construction standards. The company holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications, with all products certified to UKCA and CE Mark.

Name

Wickham Hoist Ltd

Legal name

Wickham Hoist Ltd

Website

https://wickhamhoistltd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Wickham Hoist Ltd designs, manufactures, and services British-built rack and pinion hoists and lifts (300kg-3500kg) for construction, healthcare, events, commercial, housing, and port clients across the UK, with revenue from hardware sales, tiered maintenance contracts, installation, and LOLER inspections.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Lifting Equipment

NAICS

Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Jib Cranes (IMAHAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic) (IMAHAJAG), Crane & Hoist Components (Wire Rope, Chain, Drums, Sheaves, Motors, Controls) (IMAHAJAK), Lifting Platforms & Aerial Work Platforms (MEWPs) (IMAHAJAJ), Crane & Hoist Safety & Monitoring Systems (Limiters, Anti-collision, Load Monitoring) (IMAHAJAL)

Keywords

• Rack and pinion hoists
• Construction hoists
• Passenger lifts
• Disabled access lifts
• Event lifts

Headquarters

HQ city

Rochester

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. Hoist and lift manufacturing and sales: Design and manufacture of rack and pinion hoists, passenger lifts, public access lifts, event lifts, and bespoke hoisting solutions. Product range includes construction hoists (300kg to 2000kg standard, up to 3500kg for bespoke passenger hoists), passenger lifts (500kg to 2000kg, up to 24 persons), disabled access lifts, and scenic lifts.
2. Service and maintenance contracts: Three-tier maintenance contract offering: Red (Essential) - scheduled maintenance with chargeable callouts; White (Comprehensive) - includes working hours callout coverage; Blue (All-Inclusive) - 24/7 coverage including weekends and bank holidays with materials and labour included.
3. Installation services: Professional installation of lifts and hoists by skilled engineers, including site assessment, delivery, installation, commissioning, and testing.
4. LOLER inspections: Thorough examinations and compliance inspections required under Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, typically every 6 to 12 months.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wickham Hoist Ltd designs and manufactures British-built rack and pinion hoists and lifts, including construction hoists (300-2000kg standard, up to 3500kg bespoke), passenger lifts, public access lifts, event lifts, disabled access lifts, scenic lifts, and bespoke hoisting solutions. The offering is complemented by tiered maintenance contracts (Red, White, Blue), LOLER compliance inspections, and the proprietary Wickham Power zero-carbon battery generator for sustainable site operation.

Product overview

Wickham Hoist Ltd offers a unified portfolio of British-built rack and pinion hoists and lifting solutions. The core product line is the G Range rack and pinion hoist family, complemented by specialised product lines including Construction Hoists, Passenger Lifts, Public Access Lifts, Event Lifts, Disabled Access Lifts, and Scenic Lifts. The portfolio spans load capacities from 300kg to 3500kg and serves construction, industrial, public access, and accessibility applications. The offering is unified through shared British manufacturing, common quality certifications (ISO 9001/14001/45001, UKCA, CE), and standardised compliance with EN81 standards. Add-on capabilities include the proprietary Wickham Power zero-carbon battery generator system and tiered lift maintenance service contracts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rack and Pinion Hoists - G Range British-built foundational rack and pinion hoist range serving construction, industrial, and specialist access applications with capacities from 300kg to 2000kg as standard and bespoke options to higher loads. Configurable as goods or passenger carrying facilities with a full 2-year factory manufacturer warranty.
• Construction Hoists

Quantifiable outcome

• Construction sites can operate using only a 32amp supply instead of diesel generators or costly mains electricity connections
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Slough Town Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 21 March 2025Wickham Hoist Ltd sponsors Slough Town Football Club and has contracted to supply service maintenance to the Arbour Park Lifts. As part of the sponsorship agreement, Wickham supports facilities and social events at the club, with mutual vision of supporting the wider local community. The partnership provides networking opportunities with fellow sponsors and helps the club prosper.
• Lester ControlscoreTechnology or Integration · 24 August 2024Lester Controls has been at the forefront of lift and escalator controller design since 1984, offering site-specific solutions featuring cutting-edge technology including internet and GSM connectivity. The partnership integrates Lester's advanced traction and hydraulic controllers with Wickham's rack-and-pinion engineering to deliver smarter, more efficient hoisting solutions while remaining 100% committed to British-made excellence. This collaboration enhances precision, smoother operations, and greater reliability.
• Brown Europe LtdcoreTechnology or Integration · 22 August 2024Brown Europe Ltd is known for engineering high-quality gears, British-made gearboxes, motors, and EN81 motor brakes. This collaboration strengthens Wickham's ability to provide reliable and efficient hoisting solutions. Brown Europe's EN81 motor brakes are crucial for lift safety, and their precision gears ensure hoists operate at peak efficiency. Both companies share commitment to delivering long-lasting, sustainable products designed to reduce waste while maintaining safety and performance.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• GEDA Dechentreiter: German manufacturer of rack-and-pinion construction and industrial hoists. Direct overlap with Wickham's core rack-and-pinion product line for construction sites and industrial access.
• Cibes Lift Group: Swedish manufacturer of low-rise platform lifts and accessibility lifts. Competes with Wickham's public access and disabled access lift segments in the UK market.
• Alimak Group: Global leader in construction hoists, industrial elevators, and rack-and-pinion systems. Directly competes with Wickham's G Range construction hoists and bespoke industrial lifts, with a much larger installed base and rental fleet.
• Stannah Lifts: UK-headquartered manufacturer of passenger lifts, platform lifts, and service/ maintenance contracts. Direct competitor to Wickham's passenger, public access, and disabled access lift lines, with similar emphasis on installation plus recurring service.
• Aritco Lift: Swedish manufacturer of platform lifts, home lifts, and disabled access lifts sold in the UK. Competes with Wickham's disabled access and public access lift product lines.
• Garaventa Lift: Swiss/Canadian manufacturer of platform lifts, residential elevators, and accessibility lifts. Comparable product lines in public access and disabled access lifts, with established UK distribution.
• Terry Lifts: UK specialist in domestic and commercial platform lifts, step lifts, and home lifts. Competes with Wickham's disabled access and public access lift portfolio in the UK accessibility market.
• Böcker Maschinenwerke: German manufacturer of construction hoists, material hoists, and access platforms. Comparable in product category and customer base to Wickham's construction hoist offering.

Regional players

• Wessex Lift Co: UK specialist in platform lifts, access lifts, and service for residential and commercial customers. Comparable niche competitor with similar product mix and UK regional service model.

Broad incumbents

• Otis Worldwide: Global leader in elevators, escalators, and service. Overlaps with Wickham's passenger lift and service contracts, but Otis operates at much larger scale with broader technology portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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