Penny Hydraulics designs and manufactures lifting and handling equipment which is loads better for a wide range of mobile and static applications. Each product is designed and manufactured to eliminate manual handling and enable users to comply with health and safety regulations. Careful design and robust construction ensures that all Penny Hydraulics products are compact and lightweight to minimise impact on vehicles’ load carrying capabilities while being durable enough to give trouble free performance in the most arduous conditions. The use of hydraulic power ensures smooth, precise and controlled operation for assured load handling.


Cranes for light commercial vehicles

Penny Hydraulics vehicle-mounted cranes and platform lifts are loads better for safe, reliable and efficient handling and loading of all commercial vehicles. Cranes include the popular Penny Hydraulics Swing Lift range for loads up to 2000kg while platform lifts include the Penny Hydraulics Easyloader Tail Lift, Penny Hydraulics Side Lift, Penny Hydraulics Step Lift, Penny Hydraulics side mounted Load Lift and rear mounted Load Lift for loads up to 550kg, Penny Hydraulics Single Wheel Lift and the Penny Hydraulics Grid Lift. A range of electrical and hydraulic winches from Warn, Superwinch & Rule are available to provide additional load handling capabilities.

Vehicle Mounted Cranes
Vehicle Mounted CranesThe Swing Lift KJ250/1
has been specially designed to be fitted inside panel vans. This one metre knuckle-joint crane offers complete flexibility, allowing loads to be positioned accurately anywhere within its one metre radius. Available with 1 or 1.5 metre radius.
The Swing Lift KJ250/2
The new KJ250/2 is a two metre knuckle-joint crane offering a complete handling solution, combining simplicity, reliability and proven durability. It provides a safe, efficient and cost-effective means of handling loads for all types of vehicle.
Miniloader 250
A lightweight, de-mountable, 250kg capacity electric crane for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
Miniloader 500
Penny Hydraulics Swing Lift ML500 is a medium duty electric crane for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
Foldaway F500
The Penny Hydraulics Swing Lift F500 is a compact, 500kg capacity electric crane for pick-ups, drop sides and flat beds.
SwingLift FV500
The new SwingLift FV500 has hydraulic slew, boom raise, lower and extension for controlled, precise and safe handling. Its 500kg capacity hoist allows vertical below-ground handling making it the ideal solution for local authorities, highways and utilities.
SwingLift FV1200
The new SwingLift FV1200 is a fully hydraulic 1200kg capacity vehicle mounted crane. With a boom reach of 4.3 metres it is designed for a wide range of load handling applications including service, engineering and deliveries. Its compact design, robust construction and light weight ensure the FV1200 can be installed on a wide range of 3.5t+ commercial vehicles to provide reliable and flexible load handling capabilities.
V Range
Three larger hydraulic cranes combining value for money with unique safety features including load limiting devices, load limit indicator and remote control operation all as standard.
GridLifts
The new GridLifts are designed for installation on highways maintenance vehicles such as gully tankers and jetters, for lifting heavy covers out of the way and to provide clear access for safe, efficient cleaning and maintenance. Crews can clear more gullies in the same period with greater safety, each operation taking only around two minutes.
Swing Lift Gas Bottle Crane.
Penny Hydraulics Swing Lift Gas Bottle Crane is a safe and efficient solution for handling gas bottles.
Davit Swing Lift Crane.
Light weight, robust construction and ease of use combine to provide users with a versatile and effective load handling tool.
 
Side Mounted Lifts
Side Mounted LiftsSide Lift
Penny Hydraulics Side Lift is designed for 3.5 to 17 tonne vehicles, Side Lift enables deliveries to be made directly onto the kerbside. This dramatically reduces the space required to park and enables more even distribution of the load, thereby reducing route planning time and risks of axle overload.
Load Lift Side Mounted
Penny Hydraulics Load Lift is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading vans via either the rear or side doors.
Load Lift Rear Mounted
Penny Hydraulics Load Lift is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading vans via either the rear or side doors.
Single Wheel Lift
Single Wheel Lift solves lifting and re-treading problems associated with large vehicle tyres. It has a maximum working load of 125kg with an optional MWL upgrade available. The roll-on/roll-off platform and easy to operate locking device create the ideal tool for re-grooving tyres, outside the vehicle, or inside, away from the elements.
Tail Lift Easyloader EL 500
Penny Hydraulics Tail Lift Easyloader is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading pickups, Luton and box vans.
Taillift EL4X4
Penny Hydraulics Tail Lift Easyloader is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading 4x4 pickups and Land Rovers.
Step Lift 250
Penny Hydraulics Step Lift is a unique lifting platform that replaces the rear step for loading most types of van.
 
Rear Mounted Lifts
Rear Mounted LiftsTail Lift Easyloader EL 500
Penny Hydraulics Tail Lift Easyloader is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading pickups, Luton and box vans.
Step Lift 250
Penny Hydraulics Step Lift is a unique lifting platform that replaces the rear step for loading most types of van.
Load Lift Rear Mounted
Penny Hydraulics Load Lift is a lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading vans via either the rear or side doors.
Single Wheel Lift
Single Wheel Lift solves lifting and re-treading problems associated with large vehicle tyres. It has a maximum working load of 125kg with an optional MWL upgrade available. The roll-on/roll-off platform and easy to operate locking device create the ideal tool for re-grooving tyres, outside the vehicle, or inside, away from the elements.
 
Winches
WinchesWinches
Penny Hydraulics supplies a wide range of electrical and hydraulic winches from Warn, Superwinch and Rule for all sorts of commercial vehicle to provide additional load handling capabilities in service and delivery applications.

Electric winches from Penny Hydraulics are ideal and cost effective for all light and heavy duty applications. Hydraulic winches from Penny Hydraulics offer controlled power and are especially suited to arduous and heavy duty applications.

 
 

Cellar lifts for pubs & restaurants

A choice of vertical and sloping versions means that the Cellar Lift can be installed in virtually any location. The Penny Hydraulics Bay Lift is ideal for handling loads between two levels when the difference in height is less than one metre, for example at loading bays in breweries and retail locations. The Penny Hydraulics Brewery Crane, based on the popular Swing Lift crane, is designed for handling barrels, kegs and other items on and off delivery vehicle.

Vertical Cellar Lift ApplicationsVertical Cellar Lift Applications
The Penny Hydraulics Vertical Cellar Lift is the most popular choice in the range for lifting, raising or hoisting kegs, casks or a double stack of crates weighing up to 300kg, equivalent to a 54 gallon barrel, between the delivery point and the cellar, which can be either in the basement of on the first floor, while occupying minimum space. It is extremely adaptable for most situations and special versions are available for installation in older, smaller or unusual buildings. A front loading version can loaded and unloaded from the same direction to minimise the space occupied by the equipment. A side loading version is ideal when there is ample width but restricted depth in the opening, for example where skylights have been replaced in the pavement overhead.
 
Sloping Cellar Lift ApplicationsSloping Cellar Lift Applications
The Penny Hydraulics Sloping Cellar Lift is loads better for lifting, raising or hoisting kegs, casks or a double stack of crates weighing up to 300kg, equivalent to a 54 gallon barrel, when a vertical lift is not practical between the delivery poimt and cellar, for example where access is awkward or a concrete skid is in place. The sloping lift can be installed at any angle or inclination from vertical to horizontal for complete flexibility. Front and side loading versions provide even greater versatility.
 
Case Hoist Cellar LiftsCase Hoist Cellar Lifts
The Penny Hydraulics Cellar Lift Case Hoist is ideal for lifting, raising and hoisting drink, food and non-food loads weighing up to 300kg between the cellar or store and the bar area. The platform can be tailored to the precise size of the available opening which means a Cellar Lift Case Hoist can be installed in almost any location. A special Mini Case Hoist is designed to deliver items direct to the under-counter or back-bar positions in busy pubs and bars where space may be extremely limited. Single stack and mini-chain versions are also available for added versatility.
 
Bin LiftBin Lift
Special versions of the Penny Hydraulic Cellar Lift are available for handling a wide range of loads up to 300kg including wheelie bins, waste containers and pub bottle skips. Each unit is tailored to the specific requirements of the application, including bespoke platform size, temporary ramps to simplify loading and unloading, and installation of safety features such as interlocking gates.
 
Bay LiftBay Lift
The Penny Hydraulics Bay Lift is ideal for lifting, hoisting and handling kegs, casks and other loads between different levels where the height difference is less than one metre such as loading bays and docks. Versions are available with capacities from 250 to 2000kg which means the Bay Lift can safely handle kegs, casks, crates, pallets, roll cages, sack barrows and many other loads. The unique cantilever action, folding platform and self-contained hydraulics ensure the Bay Lift is compact and can be installed in almost any indoor or outdoor location with a standard 240V, 20A electrical supply. The platform folds up when not in use to minimise space utilisation, clear the lower level working area and create a robust barrier at the edge of the upper level for added security and safety. Simple hold to run controls ensure the Bay Lift is easy and safe to use in any application and are identical to those used in the Penny Hydraulics Cellar Lift for familiarity in licensed trade applications when both devices are employed.
  
Brewery Vehicle Applications
Brewery Vehicle ApplicationsBrewery Cranes
Medium duty electric cranes for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
LoadLift
A lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading vans via either the rear or side doors.
Tri-pod
Medium duty electric cranes for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
Miniloader 250
A lightweight, de-mountable, 250kg capacity electric crane for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
Miniloader 500
Medium duty electric cranes for pick-ups, drop sides, flat beds and vans.
Foldaway 500
Compact, 500kg capacity electric crane for pick-ups, drop sides and flat beds.
StepLift
A unique lifting platform that replaces the rear step for loading most types of van.
Easyloader
A lightweight and compact lifting platform for loading pickups, Luton and box vans.
  
Brewery Vehicle Application Service
Penny Hydraulics offers a comprehensive set of service agreements to ensure that its equipment continues to provide safe and trouble-free performance over extended lifetimes with low overall cost of ownership. Service agreements from Penny Hydraulics cover a minimum of one year and can include regular scheduled servicing and the compulsory annual checks that users of load handling equipment are required to complete under current legislation.
  
Special Cellar Lift Applications
Special Cellar Lift ApplicationsBike Lift
A lightweight and compact platform lift for raising and lowering bicycles in a light well. The application required a particle and safe approach to getting the cycles of members of staff in and out of the basement storage area of this office block in London.
Mezz Lift
A robust and versatile platform lift to raise and lower goods safely and efficiently between two floors
Platform Lift.
The Penny Hydraulics Platform Lift is ideal for lifting and handling kegs, barrels and other loads between areas where the height difference is less and one metre. The unique cantilever action and folding platform means the Platform Lift can safely handle two 22 gallon kegs or barrels, a sack barrow of cases or a roller truck of dry goods yet fold away when not in use to minimise space utilisation. It is based on the same proven design as the popular vehicle-mounted platform lift. Self-contained hydraulic units mean no sump is required and the lift can be installed in almost any location, indoors or outside. Simple controls promote easy and simple operation with familiarity for added safety.
  
Interlocking Gates for Cellar LiftInterlocking Gates for Cellar Lift
Penny Hydraulics Cellar Lift Interlocking Gates are installed whenever a risk assessment for any item in the Penny Hydraulics Cellar Lift range identifies the need to prevent access to working equipment or where unauthorised access and operation of load handling equipment must be restricted.
  

Goods lifts for mezzanine floorsGoods lifts for mezzanine floors
The Penny Hydraulics Mezz Lift (sometimes referred to as a mezzlift or mezzalift) is a robust and versatile hydraulic platform lift for raising and lowering loads up to 300kg safely and efficiently between two floors up to four metres apart in factories, workshops, warehouses and stores. In busy areas the Mezz Lift is ideal for handling loads between the ground floor and mezzanine store or workshop. It helps organisations to comply with manual handling regulations and reduce the risk of injury to employees and damage to goods or property.
 
Platform lifts for loading bays Platform lifts for loading bays
The Penny Hydraulics Bay Lift is ideal for lifting, hoisting and handling loads between different levels where the height difference is less and one metre such as loading bays and docks. Versions are available with capacities from 250 to 2000kg which means the Bay Lift can safely handle crates, pallets, roll cages, sack barrows and many other loads. The unique cantilever action, folding platform and self-contained hydraulics ensure the Bay Lift is compact and can be installed in almost any indoor or outdoor location with a standard 240V, 20A electrical supply. The platform folds up when not in use to minimise space utilisation, clear the lower level working area and create a robust barrier at the edge of the upper level for added security and safety. Simple hold to run controls ensure the Bay Lift is easy and safe to use in any application.

Mining & hydraulic services

Penny Hydraulics has provided a wide range of manufacturing and maintenance services for the mining industry since the 1980s and has had an accredited quality system since 1994. The company has an exclusive licence agreement with UK Coal covering small batch repair and remanufacture of all hydraulic rams in powered roof supports manufactured by Joy Mining. Its full range of hydraulic component repair services covers gas valves, water valves and related equipment supplied by leading manufacturers including Dosco, DBT and Hausherr.

Mining products manufactured by Penny Hydraulics include the popular Penny Duke Prop, Penny Gun Set Prop and Penny Power Prop which are widely used for roof support throughout the worldwide mining industry and independently approved by UK Coal. The company also manufactures a full range of Desford Legs for a variety of applications.

Duke PropDuke Prop
The Penny Duke Prop is a self-contained hydraulic mining prop, unique in the European market, designed for safe, consistent and reliable operation in arduous conditions. It can be carried by one person and positioned and set in place quickly using basic tools to provide full-caving, long-wall support and resistance to convergence. The Penny Duke Prop is available in 15, 20 and 25 tonne yielding capacity versions. Each unit is fully-enclosed for protection with separate valves for setting, release and yield to promote safety, simplify operation and ensure consistent performance and reliability. More than five million Duke Props have been sold and it is believed to be the most widely used prop in the global mining industry.
 
Power PropPower Prop
The Penny Power Prop provides safe, lightweight, temporary support in thicker seams from 2200mm to 3500mm at 11 tonnes but can also operate in seams up to 4500mm at 10 tonnes. The prop yields at 11 tonnes and is powered by hydraulic pressure from any available oil or water source including the mine’s underground water supply or even the fire-fighting range. A remote control facility ensures the Penny Power Prop can be deployed while the operator is kept away from the immediate unsupported roof area and is less at risk from falling material. Operating costs and waste are reduced significantly because water rather than expensive oil is released on to the floor when the prop is lowered. The use of water also eliminates risks associated with oil such as slipping.
  
Gun Set PropGun Set Prop
The Penny Gun Set Prop offers a consistent yield characteristic up to 40 tonne loading and is designed for applications where a higher support density is required. The use of the gun set (also known as gunset) mechanism allows the prop to operate in the 600 to 2500mm setting range. A suitable source of hydraulic pressure and appropriate hose system is required to power the Penny Gun Set Prop. Each unit is designed and constructed for robust, durable and reliable operation.

Each prop can be supplied with a range of extensions, friction tops, channel tops, prong tops and other spares to enable deployment in any mining and roof support application.

  
Desford Legs
Desford LegsThe Maxi Desford Leg
The Maxi Desford Leg is designed for heavy duty applications. It is available in a number of configurations from 406-914mm closed height corresponding to 203-610mm stroke providing a full range of capabilities in most locations. The legs have performance capabilities from 50 tonnes at 138 bar (2000psi) to 125 tonnes at 345 bar (5000psi). A full range of extensions is available.
The Midi Desford Leg
The Midi Desford Leg is designed for medium duty application and versatility where increased portability may be required. The standard configuration has a 610mm closed height with 305mm stroke. Working pressure of 345 bar (5000psi) delivers a rated pushing performance of 70 tonnes. A selection of extensions and caps is available while an integrated handle helps with carrying and positioning of the leg.
The Mini Desford Leg
The Mini Desford Leg is the lightest and smallest in the Penny Hydraulics range and offers similar performance to the Midi model. It has a closed height of 610mm and 305mm stroke which means it can be used in the smallest spaces inside the mine. Working pressure of 345 bar (5000psi) delivers a rated pushing performance of 70 tonnes. A selection of extensions and caps is available while an integrated handle helps with carrying and positioning of the leg.
  
Rams, Valves, Hydrants & Specials
Rams, Valves, Rams
Penny Hydraulics has the facility to repair, test or supply new...

• all powered roof support rams
• machine rams
• belt tensioners
• track brakes

Valves
Penny Hydraulics can service, repair and test...

• gas relief valves
• rotary selector valves
• pilot operated control valves
• fire hydrants
• water valves
• non-return valves
• accumulators

Hydrants & Specials
Penny Hydraulics has a comprehensive in-house capability to provide...

• Fabrication and machining
• Winches supply, refurbishment and test
• Computer Aided Design
• Project management
• Prototype development
• Third party assessments, CE marking, statutory examinations and tests

  
Repair & ServiceRams, Valves, Hydrants & Special Repair & Service
Penny Hydraulics’ comprehensive ram and valve refurbishment and maintenance service is designed to extend and prolong the productive life of all types of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used in mining, process, engineering and other industries. The company offers a fast and cost effective service with nationwide collection and delivery of single items or batches to suit the customer’s operations. A service exchange facility allows rams and valves to be replaced quickly to minimise equipment downtime.

The company’s dedicated maintenance facility can accommodate rams of virtually any size, typically up to 3.25m (10 feet) long and 300mm (12 inch) bore. Each ram or valve is stripped and inspected on arrival by the company’s team of specialist hydraulic engineers. Replacement parts including pistons, seals and glands are machined or remanufactured on site to exacting specifications or ordered from the original equipment manufacturer. Reassembled rams and valves are tested and painted to a customer’s specification before final delivery.


Bespoke lifting solutions

Penny Hydraulics has designed and manufactured special and modified versions of its vehicle mounted cranes and platform lifts to provide novel solutions to the load handling requirements of customers across a wide range of industries. Many of the company’s existing products are the result of developing innovative products for customers which are then manufactured for the wider market. In each case the common factor is to devise an effective and appropriate load handling solution that meets the customer’s specific requirement and which promotes safety by eliminating the need for manual handling so that operators can comply with regulations and reduce the risk of personal injury. Penny Hydraulics has devised special versions of the popular Swing Lift vehicle mounted crane for use by the UK military and armed forces. The company has also created a range of bespoke products based on its vehicle mounted cranes, vehicle mounted platform lifts and specially manufactured hydraulic rams.

Military SolutionsMilitary Solutions
The Penny Hydraulics Small Utility Vehicle Crane was designed to meet rigorous military specification for use on firing ranges and other large estates. Two versions were produced with maximum working loads of 150kg and 350kg. The design has since proved popular with parks departments and golf clubs who need a small, compact and lightweight crane that can be installed on smaller vehicles for handling a variety of loads.
 
Bespoke SolutionsBespoke Solutions
Exhibition Trailer
Penny Hydraulics designed, manufactured and installed the hydraulic systems for this giant TV screen for the Monsters of Rock Festival. It has 330° rotation and wind monitors to prevent toppling in adverse weather conditions.
  
Portable CranesDavit Portable Cranes
Light weight, robust construction and ease of use combine to provide users with a versatile and effective load handling tool.

Vehicle Mounted TyrepressVehicle Mounted Tyrepress
Designed and built in the UK to the latest industry standard the Penny
Hydraulics Tyre Press range provides reliable, robust and efficient service
to the solid tyre industry. 120 tonne presses are available either van
mounted, trailer mounted or for static applications. A larger 150 tonne press
is also available.

Electrical and hydraulic winchesElectrical and hydraulic winches
Penny Hydraulics supplies a wide range of electrical and hydraulic winches from Warn, Superwinch and Rule for all sorts of commercial vehicle to provide additional load handling capabilities in service and delivery applications.

Electric winches from Penny Hydraulics are ideal and cost effective for all light and heavy duty applications. Hydraulic winches from Penny Hydraulics offer controlled power and are especially suited to arduous and heavy duty applications.


Mini Cranes & Tracked cranes

Penny Hydraulics supplies a wide range of electrical and hydraulic winches from Warn, Superwinch and Rule for all sorts of commercial vehicle to provide additional load handling capabilities in service and delivery applications.

Electric winches from Penny Hydraulics are ideal and cost effective for all light and heavy duty applications. Hydraulic winches from Penny Hydraulics offer controlled power and are especially suited to arduous and heavy duty applications.

HS400/V12 tracked craneHS400/V12 tracked crane
The new HS400/V12 tracked crane is a revolution in the small plant market. At just 790mm wide and 1844mm high in its stowed position, the unit is small enough to fit through a standard doorway, but punches well above its size with a lifting capacity of 630kg. Ideal for confined sites and even indoor applications thanks to its battery powered, low vibration chassis and compact, heavy duty crane, the V12 Track Crane quite literally gets to places nothing else can reach.
  
TP2000/FV1200 tracked crane TP2000/FV1200 tracked crane
The new TP2000/FV1200 tracked crane is set to transform the crane hire market. Its rugged, tracked chassis can access gravel, sandy, muddy, snowy and uneven terrain whilst its fully hydraulic crane can handle and manoeuvre loads of 1200kg and has a reach of 4.3 metres.
 

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