Insights & resources

Plain-English guides for duty-holders.

Working notes for property managers, facilities teams and building owners — written by the engineers who do the work.

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LOLER explained: what duty-holders actually need to do

A plain-English guide to the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 — what counts as a thorough examination, who is responsible, and what happens if a defect is found.

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Modernisation·9 min read

When to modernise a lift — and what to upgrade first

Most lifts have a 20–25 year design life. We break down the warning signs, the highest-impact upgrades and how to phase modernisation across a tight budget.

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Engineering·6 min read

Hydraulic vs traction lifts: the honest comparison

Speed, energy use, capital cost, lifetime cost, environmental impact and ride quality — what the differences actually mean for your building.

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Buying·8 min read

How to choose a UK lift maintenance contractor

What to ask when comparing lift maintenance contracts — engineer numbers, response times, accreditations, exclusions and the small print that matters.

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