Making life easier and safer on site
It is Kingspan’s aim to make it easier, safer and more economical to construct on-site using our insulated panels. Kingspan is leading the way in developing new and innovative techniques to improve efficiencies on site. We have built relationships with mechanical handling companies to develop new and simple methods to increase productivity.As a result it is now possible to install an incredible 1,000m²† to 2,000m²‡ of insulated panel per day.
Mechanical handling covers crane hire, remote control handling solutions and self-powered units. The use of these systems rapidly speeds up the installation of panels to create significant time and cost savings.
The advantages of mechanical handling equipment go far beyond the health and safety aspects of on-site handling and lifting. These techniques also offer significant time savings and earlier project completion, reduced labour costs and the reduced likelihood of damage to panels. Finally, it enables the use of long length panel from eaves to ridge.
† Panel used when installing 1000m² per day was KS 1000 RW
‡ Panel used when installing 2000m² per day was KS 1000 LP
Both figures assume 18m panels, lay single length eaves to ridge.
A full brochure is available as a downloadable PDF.
Kingspan Mechanical Handling Solutions.pdf 
Mechanical Handling Solutions
Kingspan have developed, on their customers’ behalf, relationships with experts in the mechanical handling industry.
An overview of some of these companies is detailed below, but please note this is not an exhaustive list, other plant companies have similar products available.
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4 Cladding Services
A recent development in mechanical handling is the CLAD BOY® panel lifter. This has been developed specifically for the insulated panel industry. It uses vacuums with soft suction seals to help avoid damage to panel finishes and surfaces. In addition, Kingspan in conjunction with 4 Cladding Services has developed a revolutionary self-powered turning unit that has been specifically developed for roof panels - the Rota Boy®. This system allows panels to be rotated from delivered bundles through 180°. Panels are then moved directly into position on the roof without having to be handled manually. For more information on
4 Cladding Services contact
Martyn Spence: 07811 253334
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Oktopus (UK)
Oktopus (UK) offers a modular system that can be bolted together to create the correct size of lifting beam for any Kingspan Insulated Panel. All models in the range work on the suction-pad principle and have their own rechargeable power supply, making them independent of external power sources.
For more information on Oktopus UK Ltd
contact Arran Gould: 07885 295020.
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Blue Sky
A relatively new independent design company that specialises in attachments for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs).
Their machines, like Skyclad, enable insulated panels to be moved and installed by fewer people than if done by hand.
Blue Sky, in collaboration with Kingspan, have produced the Skyzip tool, a hand-held device that quickly and safely joints Kingspan’s Kingzip standing seam roof product. SkyZip increases
productivity of installation for Kingzip roofing panels as well as having numerous safety benefits over other seaming devices.
For more information on BlueSky contact Rick Shepherd: 07778 545495.
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The Platform Company
The Platform Company have a successful track record of working with Kingspan to deliver improved safety and efficiency to cladding installers, providing MEWPs and specialist access equipment. With the new 2005 Working at Height regulations now in force, this is now more important than ever.
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Lifting Gear Hire
Lifting Gear Hire, working closely with Kingspan, has developed mechanical handling solutions for insulated panels. In particular, the offloading of long length panels, i.e. 18 metres plus. Lifting these from delivery trucks was an issue, but has now been successfully addressed.
For more information on Lifting Gear Hire contact Tom Mercer: 0151 357 2906.
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John Sutch Cranes
Kingspan has developed techniques using the expertise of John Sutch Cranes. They have a fleet of cranes, ranging from 10tonnes to 250 tonnes capacity, all of which are equally adept at moving insulated panels and include all-terrain, folding and city cranes.
For more information on John Such Cranes contact Mike Fitton: 0151 236 8880
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