Advanced Lifting and Handling Solutions
we design and develop
innovative handling solutions
Who We are
Somers began as Somers Handling, originally a division of Walter Somers, the forgemaster, incorporated in 1866.
ORIGINS
First set up to design and develop innovative handling solutions for the forge’s lifting, rotating and transportation requirements.
TRUSTED
Somers rapidly built a reputation in the manufacturing industry for creating bespoke handling equipment.
HISTORY
Somers began as Somers Handling, originally a division of Walter Somers, the forgemaster, incorporated in 1866.
Future
In more recent years, we have diversified into the Rail Industry developing Lifting Jacks, Bogie Handling Equipment and Depot Workshop Equipment.
What we do
a world leader in handling equipment for
metal producing industries.
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Manufactured in the UK
All of our lifting solutions are manufactured in the UK and our design work is carried out in accordance with the relevant standards for the particular application.
World leader in handling equipment
All of our lifting solutions are manufactured in the UK and our design work is carried out in accordance with the relevant standards for the particular application. In addition to carrying out conventional stress and load calculations, both Somers and Rota utilises the latest Finite Element Analysis Software to assess the suitability of complex components throughout the load path. This enables lean component design while maintaining the required integrity to achieve the duty and impact loadings throughout an item’s life cycle.
Bespoke design and sales team
With this wealth of experience, if you are in need of a bespoke solution, our sales & design team will work with you to gain a deep understanding of the lifting and handling challenges facing your business. From there, we will develop a solution to help you move loads more efficiently, improve productivity and reduce the risk to operators & other employees.
Lets Chat
For all enquiries, please fill in the contact form and a member of the team will be in touch as soon as possible.