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Frequently Asked Questions
About Gwynedd Forklifts
Who are Gwynedd Forklifts?
Gwynedd Forklifts is a materials handling and powered access specialist established in 1986, supplying equipment, hire services, maintenance, repairs, inspections, and training across Wales and surrounding regions.
Where is Gwynedd Forklifts based?
We operate from sites in Conwy, North Wales, and Oswestry, Shropshire. We support customers across Wales, the Midlands, and North West England.
How long has Gwynedd Forklifts been in business?
Gwynedd Forklifts was established in 1986 and has since grown into one of the largest materials handling and powered access equipment providers in Wales.
Who owns Gwynedd Forklifts?
In 2020 Gwynedd Forklifts was acquired by Briggs Equipment UK and became part of Briggs Group. Briggs Equipment are wholly owned by IFM Investors. Learn more here.
About Our Equipment
What types of equipment does Gwynedd Forklifts supply?
We supply a wide range of materials handling, powered access and industrial cleaning equipment. That includes but is not limited to forklifts, pallet trucks, boom lifts, scissor lifts, warehouse equipment, sweepers and scrubber dryers.
Can I buy new equipment from Gwynedd Forklifts?
Yes. New forklifts, powered access platforms, and other materials handling and cleaning equipment from our range are available for purchase.
Does Gwynedd Forklifts sell used forklifts?
Yes. We offer a range of pre-owned revived forklifts that have been inspected and maintained by our engineering team.
Which forklift brands does Gwynedd Forklifts supply?
Gwynedd Forklifts is an authorised dealer for Maximal Forklifts, so we provide sales and servicing support for their trucks. We also supply and support equipment from the following brands:
- Combilift
- Hako
- Genie
- JCB
- JLG
- Manitou
- MasterMover
- Skyjack
Can I hire a forklift instead of purchasing one?
Yes. We offer both short-term and long-term hire agreements across our range of forklifts. Equipment can be hired with as little as 1 days’ notice, for up to 12 months. Learn more here.
Do you offer powered access hire?
Yes. Customers can hire boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other MEWPs/AWPs for construction, facilities management, and industrial projects. Learn more about powered access hire here.
About Servicing and Maintenance
Does Gwynedd Forklifts provide maintenance and servicing?
Yes. We offer planned maintenance, routine servicing including LOLER Thorough Examinations, repairs, and replacement parts.
Do you offer emergency breakdown support?
Yes. Our engineering team provides emergency breakdown assistance to get equipment back in working order to minimise costly downtime.
Can you service equipment even if it’s not purchased from Gwynedd Forklifts?
Customers commonly ask this question, and yes, we can! We support a wide range of equipment brands through maintenance and repair services. Give us a call or fill out this form and we’ll let you know if we can service your machine.