Curtainside 24 tonne without offload

For the largest loads, we can arrange for outside hauliers to deliver anywhere in the UK. The largest will take 24 transport crates, but cannot unload the material. The customer must arrange for a forklift or similarly suitable equipment to remove the pallets. Please make sure that there is sufficient space for the load to be stored on site before ordering.

Flatbed Crane lorry 12,500kg capacity

We can arrange for a crane lorry with outside hauliers to deliver anywhere in the UK, but in practical terms is usually from the midlands down. Please make sure that there is sufficient space for the load to be stored on site before ordering.

Palletised deliveries 250kg - 1,200kg capacity

We use palletised delivery companies to deliver throughout the UK and beyond.

General
These vehicles do not have a crane for offload, the driver can only offload the pallets with a tail lift if this is requested. Each pallet incurs a separate charge, but some discounts may apply for multiple drops at the same time to the same site. In some cases we can ask for a transit type van with about a tonne capacity to deliver to very restricted sites.
Consignments may be left at customers request in a safe area off of public areas otherwise, the consignment will be returned to the depot. The driver must be able to make the delivery or a redelivery fee will be charged.
Pallet capacities
Pallet prices are dependent on a number of factors, we always offer the the most efficient and cost effective method in each situation. The various options can be a little complicated, we have tried to cover most here. Please contact the office for clarification if required.
Quarter pallet;
This is a next working day delivery and will take a gross weight of up to 250kg, ie. 10 x 25kg bags of NHL or 12 x 20kg bags of lime mortar.
Half pallet max size 1m x1.2m x 1.5m high;
This can be a next working day or an economy service (2-3 working days) and will take a gross weight up to 500kg i.e 25 x 20kg bags lime mortar or 22 x 21kg tubs lime mortar or 17 x 27kg tubs lime putty.
Full pallet max size 1m x1.2m x 1.5m high;
This can be a next working day or an economy service (2-3 working days) and will take a gross weight up to 1,000-1,200kg. Although in theory, it is possible to transport up to 1,200kg, this is restricted to customer forklift offload and the physical limits of the materials to be transported.
For example, it is possible to fit 45 x 10 litre tubs (i.e. 21kg lime mortar etc.) in total or 22 x 20 litre tubs (i.e. 27kg lime putty) plus 5 x 25kg bags of Metastar or 48 x 25kg bags of NHL.
Wooden transport crate max size 1m x1.2m x 1.5m high;
Any dumpy bag of lime from 500kg upwards needs to be transported in a crate to keep it secure. Transport crates also need to be used for the small 20kg bags of lime mortar for between 25 - 45 bags.
Vehicle size 16 x tonne 9,000kg capacity
This is the standard lorry size that can be expected unless a similar vehicle is specified. Overall dimensions are: length 32' (9.6m), height 12' (3.7m), width 8' (2.5m) plus mirrors. These are the exact measurements and access gates etc. must have plenty of room to turn into the gates and have several inches to spare either side.
Vehicle size 7.5 tonne 2,500kg-3,000kg capacity
If access is limited, this size should be specified. Overall dimensions are: length 21' (6.3m), height 11' 6"(3.7m), width 8' (2.5m) plus mirrors. These are the exact measurements and access gates etc. must have plenty of room to turn into the gates and have several inches to spare either side.
Fork lift offload
The pallets/transport crates can be offloaded from vehicles by customers own fork lifts or similarly suitable equipment. Some hauliers will carry a pallet up to 1,200kg for this system (i.e. 48 x 25kg bags on one pallet).
Tail lift offload 1000kg gross capacity
The pallets/transport crates can be offloaded from vehicles by the driver. The driver can lower the pallet by a hydraulic tail lift and take it off the tail lift by a pump action pallet truck. Pallet trucks are moved by the driver without aid of a motor, this means that some sites may not be suitable for this method.
The lorry must be able to get close to the drop site. The ground must be very firm and level, so no grass, gravel, walls, steps, or other undulations can be negotiated with a pallet truck. It is sometimes possible to overcome gravel drives etc. by placing a strong board on the ground to actually get the pallet from the tail lift only.
Hand offload
Pallets may be offloaded from vehicles by customers own labour if necessary and if the pallet can be broken down. The hauliers tend to prefer to deliver by tail lift as it is usually quicker, also the driver is not required to help customers break down pallets, so it is important to ensure that enough fit labour is available if this method is required. Dumpy bags of mortar/plaster are not suitable for hand offload.

Transport crates
In order to ensure that dumpy bags of mortar stay upright, we place them inside a wooden transport crate. We do not normally leave these on site. If these are required for transport to another site or for storage, we charge a refundable deposit. See collapsible crates for further details.

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Courier deliveries

We offer this service for deliveries of individual packages throughout the UK and beyond.

General
Each consignment (delivery) can be made up of several packages. The maximum weight of each package should be no more than about 25kg as they are carried by hand by the driver. This service tends to be viable for consignment weights of 10-70kg gross for most of the UK mainland. Consignments may be left at customers request in a safe area, otherwise, the address will be carded and the consignment returned to the depot.
Vehicle size
The standard vehicle size is a transit van size.
Packaging
Almost all wet products and some others are packaged within a plastic tub for safe transportation, this can leave spare space for other small items. Always check inside the outer packaging for extra items.

Parcel Force & letter post

We use these services is for deliveries of individual letters and light packages throughout the UK and beyond.