Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Material Handling Solutions in Glasgow
Established in 1939, McGowan Engineering has built a reputation as a leader in designing and manufacturing mechanical handling equipment. Our Glasgow-based workshop enables full control over production, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery. With ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, we combine technical expertise with environmental responsibility. Our solutions cater to diverse industries including food and drink, nuclear decommissioning, and transport.We offer end-to-end support from design to maintenance, with agency partnerships for specialist brands like Bolzoni. Over eight decades of experience underpin our commitment to solving complex material handling challenges. Our team prioritises safety compliance, particularly in hazardous environments, and delivers bespoke equipment tailored to client specifications. This heritage of innovation ensures reliable, durable solutions for demanding applications.
Services
Cask Handling Equipment
Conveyor Systems
Forklift Attachments
Lifting Equipment
Industrial Trailers
Bespoke Machinery
Equipment Servicing
Spare Parts Supply
Equipment Hire
ATEX Compliance Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of experience in mechanical handling equipment design
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management ensures precision manufacturing
- In-house Glasgow workshop provides full production control and faster delivery
- We distribute Bolzoni Auramo and Meyer specialist fork truck attachments across Scotland and Ireland
- Custom solutions compliant with ATEX regulations for hazardous environments
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
Services
Cask Handling Equipment
Our cask handling solutions are engineered for whisky distilleries and beverage industries. Designed to meet ATEX regulations, these systems accommodate varying cask sizes and warehouse configurations. Each unit undergoes rigorous safety testing to ensure reliable operation in demanding environments.
Conveyor Systems
Custom conveyor installations handle whisky casks and palletised goods with precision. We provide both chain-driven and roller systems built to heavy-duty specifications. Configurations include reversible slat conveyors and accumulation systems for efficient production workflows.
Bespoke Forklift Attachments
Specialist attachments solve unique material handling challenges across industries. From drum rotators to pipe stabilisers, each solution is engineered for specific load requirements. Our Glasgow workshop fabricates equipment to withstand extreme operational conditions.
Industrial Trailers
Trailers engineered to transport loads up to 100 tonnes safely. Available with custom running gear and tyre configurations, these units meet diverse industrial applications. Designed for durability in demanding environments like foundries and smelters.
Lifting Equipment
Comprehensive lifting solutions include spreader beams and jibs designed using CAD software. All equipment undergoes load testing to 3x safe working limits. Components are manufactured to ISO standards for critical lifting operations.
Questions
What industries do McGowan Engineering serve?
We primarily serve whisky distillers, nuclear decommissioning sites, transport companies, and metalworking industries with specialist handling equipment.
Are your products ISO certified?
Yes, our quality management system meets ISO 9001:2015 standards, with environmental compliance to ISO 14001:2015.
Do you provide equipment servicing?
We offer comprehensive maintenance packages including spare parts supply, equipment overhaul, and routine servicing for all handling systems.
Can you create custom handling solutions?
Our Glasgow workshop specialises in bespoke equipment design and manufacture for unique material handling challenges across industries.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Scotland and Ireland, providing equipment sales, installation, and maintenance services across these regions.
Do you comply with safety regulations?
All equipment meets ATEX regulations for hazardous environments, with rigorous testing to ensure operational safety and durability.
