At Merritts, we understand that relocating a factory is a significant undertaking—one that requires meticulous planning, expert coordination, and flawless execution. Whether you're moving a single piece of machinery or a full-scale production line, our priority is to ensure minimal disruption, complete safety, and a smooth transition to full operational capacity at your new site.
With over 100 years of industry experience, we provide a comprehensive turnkey factory relocation service. From the initial planning stages right through to final commissioning, we take care of every detail—so you don’t have to.
We begin by identifying all machinery and equipment to be relocated. We work with you to establish clear objectives, timelines, budgets, and any specific operational requirements.
Our team carries out detailed surveys of both your current and new premises. We assess access routes, floor load capacities, layout compatibility, and utility requirements—ensuring we fully understand the logistics involved.
You’ll be assigned a dedicated Merritts project manager who will coordinate every aspect of your relocation. They act as your single point of contact, ensuring clear communication and smooth project progression from start to finish.
We use site plans and layout drawings to produce a comprehensive project schedule. Our Gantt charts detail each phase of the move, and we always include contingency plans to mitigate any potential risks.
Safety is our top priority. We prepare detailed risk assessments and method statements for every job. All work is carried out in full compliance with relevant regulations.
Where required, we handle the process of obtaining road closures, traffic regulation orders, and escort services. We also liaise with local authorities to ensure seamless movement with minimal disruption.
We offer full insurance coverage throughout the relocation process, giving you peace of mind that your assets are protected every step of the way.
Our experienced engineers can safely power down and isolate all utilities. We carefully label and document everything to simplify reinstallation at the new site.
All machinery is dismantled following manufacturer specifications. We can provide protective treatments such as anti-corrosion coatings and create custom crates to ensure safe and secure transport.
We operate our own fleet of specialist vehicles—including low loaders, lorry-mounted cranes, and flatbed trailers—designed to move heavy and sensitive machinery with maximum care and efficiency.
Our logistics team maintains real-time communication with all stakeholders, ensuring full transparency and coordination at every stage of the move.
Once on site, we offload and position machinery to the exact specifications of your new factory layout. Our team uses precision alignment and levelling techniques to ensure optimal performance.
Our experienced engineers can seamlessly support OEM engineers during the final commissioning phase, providing expert assistance with machine alignment, connections, functional testing, and ensuring full operational readiness.
We offer a fully managed factory relocation service that’s tailored to the needs of your business. From specialist equipment handling to dedicated project management, we provide everything required to deliver a safe, efficient, and stress-free relocation.
Let’s make your factory relocation a success. Contact us today to arrange a site visit and start building a tailored relocation plan that works for your business.
Responsible for business development and sales, James ensures the Merritts team share a common goal to be the leading machinery relocation provider in the UK. Continually promoting our company values and instilling our code of ethics throughout, James also ensures the protection and fair treatment of our employees, our customers and suppliers, as well as our local community.
Posted on: June 25, 2025
Last Updated: June 25, 2025