Material Handling Equipment Supplier – Permatt UK

Your Trusted UK Material Handling Equipment Supplier

At Permatt, we’ve spent decades supplying businesses across the UK with high-quality material handling equipment that boosts efficiency, safety, and productivity. Whether you need to hire or purchase forklifts, warehouse trucks, or specialist lifting solutions, our experienced team can supply the right equipment for your site, sector, and operational needs.

As one of the UK’s leading material handling equipment suppliers, we don’t just deliver the machinery – we provide the expertise, servicing, and long-term support that keeps your business moving.

What is Material Handling Equipment?

Material handling equipment refers to the machinery and tools used to store, move, protect, and control goods within a facility or between locations. From forklifts and pallet trucks to reach stackers and order pickers, this equipment plays a vital role in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and construction.

As your supplier, we focus on providing industrial trucks and lifting equipment from globally recognised brands – ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with safety standards.

For a detailed breakdown of equipment types, see our full Material Handling Equipment Guide.

Why the Right Equipment Supplier Matters for Your Business

Choosing the right material handling equipment supplier can be the difference between smooth, safe operations and costly downtime. The right supplier will:

• Understand your sector and recommend equipment that fits your workflows.
• Offer flexible hire or purchase terms to suit your budget and project length.
• Provide nationwide delivery and fast response times for urgent needs.
• Back up your investment with expert servicing, repairs, and operator training.

At Permatt, we take a consultative approach; visiting your site where needed, learning your operational challenges, and matching you with the most cost-effective, reliable equipment.

How the Right Supplier Improves Workplace Efficiency

When your material handling equipment is supplied, maintained, and supported by experts, the impact is immediate:

• Increased productivity – The right forklift or warehouse truck moves goods faster and with less manual effort.
• Improved safety – Equipment in top working order reduces risk to operators and goods.
• Lower costs – Minimising breakdowns, product damage, and inefficient workflows saves money.
• Operational flexibility – Access to a range of machines allows you to adapt quickly to changing demands.

Learn more about efficiency gains in our Material Handling Solutions Guide.

Leading Brands from a Trusted Material Handling Equipment Supplier

As a long-established material handling equipment supplier, we’ve built strong partnerships with some of the world’s most respected manufacturers. This means our customers get access to reliable, high-performance machines backed by full manufacturer support and our expert servicing team.

We’re proud to be an authorised CAT Lift Trucks dealer while remaining fully independent, giving us the flexibility to source the right equipment from a range of top brands. Our portfolio includes:

• CAT Forklifts – Renowned for durability and versatility, CAT forklifts excel in both indoor and outdoor environments. Their range includes diesel, LPG, and electric models, all engineered for long service life and reduced downtime.
• Combilift – The global leader in multi-directional forklifts, perfect for transporting long or bulky loads in tight spaces. Combilift solutions improve storage capacity and reduce handling times.
• Konecranes – Heavy-duty lifting trucks designed to handle the most demanding industrial applications. From container lift trucks to reach stackers, Konecranes equipment combines strength with precision.
• Carer – Specialists in high-capacity electric forklifts, offering eco-friendly power without sacrificing load performance. Ideal for businesses looking to reduce emissions while maintaining heavy lifting capability.
• Toyota Forklifts – Globally recognised for innovation, safety, and reliability. Toyota’s range includes cutting-edge electric, diesel, and LPG forklifts that balance power with exceptional operator comfort.

Because we supply across multiple leading brands, we can recommend the perfect model for your specific load requirements, fuel preference, and operating environment. Whether you need a compact electric forklift for warehouse work or a high-capacity diesel truck for outdoor heavy lifting, Permatt can deliver exactly what your operation demands.

Why Multi-Brand Supply Matters

Working with a supplier tied to just one manufacturer can limit your options. At Permatt, our independent status means we’re not here to push a single brand – we’re here to find the right solution for you. By offering multiple trusted names in material handling, we can:

• Compare different models side-by-side to match your exact needs.
• Provide flexible price and finance options across brands.
• Ensure you’re getting the best balance of performance, cost-efficiency, and long-term reliability.

That independence, combined with our authorised dealer status for CAT Lift Trucks, means you get both manufacturer-backed expertise and unbiased advice: the best of both worlds.

Why Choose Permatt?

Based in the North East of England, Permatt has grown into one of the UK’s most trusted independent material handling equipment suppliers. We’ve been supporting businesses since 1981, delivering not just equipment, but complete solutions that keep operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Our customers choose us because we combine top-tier brands with local service excellence. Whether you operate a single forklift in a small warehouse or manage a national fleet, we provide the same level of attention, professionalism, and commitment to results.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Expert Maintenance & Servicing – Our skilled engineers ensure your forklifts and industrial trucks are kept in top working condition, maximising uptime and reducing costly breakdowns. Read more about forklift maintenance and forklift servicing.
• Fast Breakdown Response – When an unexpected issue stops your operation, our rapid-response team is on hand to get you moving again, minimising downtime and disruption. Read more about our forklift breakdown service.
• Thorough Examinations (LOLER) – We carry out comprehensive safety inspections to meet legal requirements and protect your team, equipment, and productivity. read more about forklift thorough examinations.
• Forklift Training – We provide fully accredited operator training to ensure your staff can work confidently, safely, and in compliance with UK health and safety regulations.
• Flexible Hire & Purchase Options – Whether you need short-term hire, long-term leasing, or outright purchase, we’ll tailor a package to fit your budget and operational needs.
• Authorised CAT Lift Trucks Dealer & Multi-Brand Supplier – Giving you the reassurance of manufacturer-approved sales and servicing, while offering the flexibility of multiple top-tier forklift brands.

From our North East headquarters, we serve businesses across the UK, providing a dependable supply chain for forklifts and industrial trucks backed by first-class aftercare. Our mission is simple: to keep your materials moving, your people safe, and your costs under control.

Get in Touch

If you’re looking for a material handling equipment supplier you can trust, contact Permatt today.
📞 0191 216 5320
📧 enquiries@permatt.co.uk or send us a message online.