01285 741 150

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Specialist Lifting Provider Throughout The UK

Glass Lifting & Handling

Collection, delivery, relocation and precise positioning of glass — from single panes to oversized architectural units — carried out safely by trained specialists with the right equipment.

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Team performing controlled manual handling of a glass panel

Specialist Lifting Solutions provides a complete range of glass moving and handling options for both commercial projects and domestic work. Our teams are trained in safe loading/unloading, internal moves, stair work and tight-access manoeuvres, using purpose-built glass equipment to keep your people, property and panes protected.

All operatives are CSCS-registered and work to task-specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

What We Do

  • Collection & delivery of glass from suppliers or site
  • Relocation of small, large and oversized panes
  • Internal repositions: offices, retail, hospitality & residential
  • Manual handling teams for tight or restricted areas
  • Short moves into storage and re-delivery
  • Contract lift support with lift plans and Appointed Person

Equipment & Techniques

  • Vacuum lifters (various pad configurations for different sizes)
  • Glazing robots and handling trolleys/dollies
  • Glass stillages & A-frames for secure transit
  • Edge protection, slings and protective packaging
  • HIAB/lorry-mounted crane support and lift supervision

We hold a diverse range of glass lifting equipment to cover the vast majority of sizes and weights. We’ll specify the safest method once we’ve reviewed your pane details and site conditions.

Vacuum lifter prepared for moving a large glass panel

Safety & Compliance

  • Task-specific RAMS for every job
  • CSCS operatives and supervised lifts (Appointed Person provided)
  • Planned routes, edge/floor protection and exclusion zones
  • Maintained and inspected lifting accessories
  • Comprehensive insurance; written quotations provided

Manual handling is a major contributor to workplace injuries — our methods, equipment and documentation are designed to reduce risk and keep your project compliant.

Typical Applications

  • Shopfronts, façades & curtain walling
  • Roof glazing & skylights
  • Balustrades, canopies & Juliet balconies
  • Oversized feature panes
  • Staircase and landing glass
  • Internal partitions and doors

How It Works

  1. Brief: send pane sizes/thickness, quantity, locations, access notes and dates.
  2. Plan: we propose method, equipment and RAMS; contract lift available if required.
  3. Protect: route and area protection installed; equipment pre-checks completed.
  4. Move: controlled lift/transfer with banksman and clear communications.
  5. Set: accurate placement, de-rig and tidy handover.