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Southwell Lifts & Hoists: 80 Years of Australian Engineering Excellence

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At Southwell Lifts & Hoists, we take pride in being an Australian engineering and manufacturing business established in 1945, marking 80 years of innovation and excellence. From our humble beginnings in mining and transporting sand for the Sydney Harbour Bridge, we have evolved into a leading manufacturer of lifting equipment. Our journey has seen us create large truck cranes, elevated work platforms, and, more recently, goods hoists compliant with AS1418 part 8. We have completed thousands of projects, including the 25-tonne truck hoist at the National Gallery of Victoria since 1975. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our unique designs, such as the first car lift with an integrated turntable in Australia. For enquiries, contact us at +61 2 4655 7007 or visit southwell.com.au #Lifts #Hoists #EngineeringExcellence #CustomDesign #Manufacturing #Innovation #SafetyFirst #ElevatedWorkPlatforms GMB ************** IMPORTANT MESSAGE **************...

Elevate Your Operations with Southwell's Custom Industrial Scissor Hoists

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Southwell Lifts & Hoists have been at the forefront of designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing high-quality custom industrial scissor lifts for over 80 years. Our expertise in dock scissor lifts is unmatched, providing standard units to major supermarkets and liquor outlets. With a commitment to quality and safety, our scissor hoists are built to last, ensuring reliability and efficiency in your operations. Whether you need a solution for lifting heavy loads or enhancing productivity in your workplace, our scissor lifts are tailored to meet your specific needs. Explore our range of scissor hoists today at https://www.southwell.com.au/products/scissor-hoists.php . For inquiries, please call us at +61 2 4655 7007. Elevate your business with Southwell Lifts & Hoists! #Lifts #Hoists #ScissorLifts #IndustrialLifts #DockLifts #HeavyLifting #SafetyFirst #ProductivityBoost GMB ************** IMPORTANT MESSAGE ***************...

What Happens After You Order a Southwell Hoist? A Step-by-Step Guide

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If you're planning to place an order for a Southwell hoist but are unsure how it works, we have outlined a clear example of a customer journey to ensure you're informed and prepared at every stage. 1. Placing Your Order The journey begins with gathering your specific requirements. Southwell's sales team will provide detailed quotations, aiming to match your specifications as closely as possible, preferably aligning with their standard sizing. Once you've reviewed and approved the quotation. Updated DWG (drawing) files are requested. High-level project planning commences, covering installation requirements, terms, and pricing. Contracts are reviewed and finalised. At this stage, terms are agreed upon, and invoicing typically follows 3-4 stages. 2. General Arrangement (GA) Drawing After order placement: The project is handed over to a Project Engineer, who will contact you to confirm specifications, preferably through a site visit. A Design Engineer creates the GA drawing...

Celebrating 80 Years of Innovation in Lifts and Hoists Engineering at Southwell

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At Southwell Lifts & Hoists, we take pride in being an Australian engineering and manufacturing business established in 1945, marking 80 years of innovation and excellence in the industry. Our products are meticulously designed and manufactured in-house at our factories in Camden and Smeaton Grange, NSW. We specialise in custom design, fabrication, and installation of lifts and hoists, and are recognised in the Australian aviation industry for our Ground Support Equipment. From our early days of mining sand for the Sydney Harbour Bridge to becoming a leading supplier of goods lifts for the Self Storage industry, our journey has been remarkable. We have completed thousands of projects, including a 25-ton truck hoist at the National Gallery of Victoria and a self-driven Aircraft Tail Dock Scissor Work Platform. Our commitment to research and development drives us to continually innovate, ensuring we provide robust and dependable products. We also offer comprehe...

Revitalise Your Lifts and Hoists with Southwell's Modernisation Solutions

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Is your lift or hoist feeling outdated? Southwell Lifts & Hoists offers modernisation solutions that breathe new life into your equipment. Our experienced technicians can transform tired and broken-down hoists to perform better than when they were brand new. With our modernisation services, you can upgrade from goods-only to goods plus personnel and disabled access, ensuring compliance with the latest NCC/BCA and WHS Standards—all at a fraction of the cost of a new hoist. Enhance your lift communication system to GSM standard for improved workplace safety, or switch out manual doors for an electric roller door to boost efficiency and ease of use. We pride ourselves on quick turnarounds to minimise downtime, and all our work is guaranteed and maintained by Southwell Lifts & Hoists, complete with 100% parts backup. Discover more about our modernisation services at https://www.southwell.com.au/products/modernisations.php . For inquiries, call us at...