Nationwide coverage delivered with friendly, local service – a unique offering in the world of industrial services
With over 40 years of engineering experience and a clear vision for the future, it’s easy to see why AIS Vanguard is held in such high esteem within the industrial services sector. We strike the perfect balance between heritage and innovation, providing clients with end-to-end support for heavy lifting and transportation projects of all sizes – both nationally and internationally.
Industrial services you can trust
AIS Vanguard offers the full spectrum of industrial services, supporting clients with projects ranging from single-piece equipment moves and contract lifts to complex and highly technical heavy lifting tasks required for factory set-ups or removal and relocation.
Our capabilities are far-reaching, and every project – no matter the size – is tailored to suit clients’ requirements. From a one-off lift and shift within your factory to a complete relocation package involving multiple sites and international destinations, we have the expertise and equipment to help.
We’re trusted by some of the world’s leading industrial organisations across diverse sectors, including aerospace, automotive, petrochemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, OEM, food and drink, general manufacturing and logistics, to deliver:
- Asset rationalisation
- Asset realisation
- Complex, heavy and technical lifting
- Crane relocation and installation
- Factory dismantling
- Factory relocation
- Lift and shift services
- Logistics
- Machinery installation
- Machinery packing and shipping
- Machinery removal
- Mechanical and electrical services
- Overseas operations
- Re-shoring
- Robot installation
- Scrap machinery removals
- Small equipment moves
- Transportation
Nationwide coverage on your doorstep
In addition to our rich heritage, unrivalled industry expertise, and a wholly-owned fleet of equipment, our vast nationwide presence sets us apart. AIS Vanguard is the only provider of industrial removal, relocation, installation, and lifting services with a national branch network.
This allows clients to benefit from our unparalleled industrial solutions wherever they are in the UK. We provide friendly, accessible service locally, backed by the resources and experience of a national player with international capabilities.
Our branch network covers the length and breadth of the UK, with locations in:
The North East –
We have a wealth of expertise across the North East’s key sectors, including automotive, glass production, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals and food and beverage. Our Newcastle branch serves the whole of the North East, including the manufacturing and industrial centres across Tyne and Wear, the Tees Valley and Cleveland.
The Midlands –
With its strong manufacturing heritage, The Midlands is considered one of the UK’s key industrial regions. The area is the hub of the UK’s automotive, aviation, and rail industries, with the largest aerospace cluster in Europe based in Coventry and several leading automotive brands and their regional supply chain partners. Manufacturers and industrial operators rely on AIS Vanguard’s Birmingham branch to serve the Midlands region.
The South West –
AIS Vanguard supports South West England and South Wales from our Bristol branch. Our local team provides specialist lifting services throughout the entire South West, including the M4 corridor, across Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Bridgend, Plymouth, Swindon, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Exeter and Bath.
Scotland –
Famed for its pharmaceutical links, Scotland and Glasgow, in particular, are critical regions for this highly regulated industry. From our Glasgow branch, our expert team delivers vital industrial services throughout Scotland, across locations as far away as Falkirk, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness, Perth, and the Highlands.
London –
London and the South East are celebrated as the birthplace of Great British innovation in the pharmaceutical, life sciences and healthcare sectors. The region has the most significant manufacturing output anywhere in the UK, accounting for around a quarter of exports. It has its finger on the pulse and drives innovation across emerging sectors, attracting global interest and investment. Our professional team and fleet of lifting equipment in London are poised to provide the highest quality industrial services, support, and resources from our location in Heathrow.
Yorkshire –
The Yorkshire region is driving significant change in emerging sectors, such as low-carbon technologies, advanced manufacturing and modular construction, while building on the region’s traditional strengths in industries such as metals and food and drink. Our Rotherham branch has a proven track record for providing specialist industrial services for customers throughout Yorkshire and Humberside, thanks to our locally-based experts and fleet of heavy lifting equipment.
The North West –
Recognised globally as a region with a rich industrial history, the North West is a centre of manufacturing excellence. AIS Vanguard‘s Wigan branch is trusted by manufacturers and industrial operators across Greater Manchester and the North West as the industrial services company to deliver projects in locations such as Warrington, Liverpool, Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Lancaster, Carlisle and Penrith.
Wherever you are and whatever you need, you can trust AIS Vanguard to deliver your project safely and efficiently from a location in your region. Just get in touch today.