Business Details
Expert Lift & Escalator Consultancy Services
Established with a commitment to excellence in vertical transportation consultancy, Liddell Buchanan provides impartial expert advice to clients across the United Kingdom and Ireland. Our team specialises in lift and escalator consultancy, offering comprehensive services ranging from pre-acquisition surveys to project management and modernisation solutions. With over three decades of industry experience, we deliver tailored strategies that prioritise client needs while ensuring compliance with current regulations and standards. Our proactive approach to maintenance management and contractor evaluation minimises risks while maximising equipment reliability. We pride ourselves on technical expertise, having worked on diverse projects including NHS facilities and commercial developments.Our services extend to design assistance, tender analysis, and facade access solutions, reflecting our adaptability to complex client requirements. Through hands-on inspections and detailed reporting, we provide asset management tools that enable informed decision-making. Our role as Principal Designers under CDM 2015 regulations demonstrates our leadership in health and safety compliance. With offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and London, we maintain national coverage while preserving local market understanding. Our reputation for delivering cost-effective, innovative solutions has solidified our position as a trusted partner in the engineering consultancy sector.
Services
Pre-Acquisition Surveys
Maintenance Management
Project Management
Modernisation Solutions
Facade Access Consultancy
Tender Analysis
Design Assistance
Contractor Evaluation
CDM Compliance
Highlights and features
- 33 years of specialist experience in lift and escalator consultancy
- Hands-on technical inspections within lift shafts and motor rooms
- Proven track record managing NHS healthcare facility projects
- CDM 2015 Principal Designer accredited professionals
- National coverage with local market expertise
Services
Pre-Acquisition Surveys
Our technical specialists conduct comprehensive equipment assessments during property acquisitions. We identify potential risks, lifecycle costs, and compliance issues through physical inspections of lift shafts, pits, and motor rooms. Clients receive detailed reports with upgrade recommendations and budgetary forecasts to inform purchasing decisions.
Maintenance Management
We provide proactive maintenance monitoring to prevent equipment failures and budget overruns. Our consultants evaluate service contracts, review maintenance logs, and ensure compliance with LOLER regulations. This approach reduces unplanned downtime while maintaining equipment reliability across commercial portfolios.
Project Management
Our project management services cover vertical transportation installations from design to commissioning. We coordinate technical teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Clients benefit from our industry experience and commitment to delivering solutions that meet operational requirements.
Modernisation Solutions
We develop modernisation strategies for existing lift systems to improve reliability and compliance. Our services include equipment surveys, specification writing, tender analysis, and project execution. We ensure upgrades meet current standards while minimising disruption to building operations.
Facade Access Consultancy
Our specialist team provides facade access solutions compliant with work-at-height regulations. We design fall protection systems, evaluate existing access equipment, and ensure compliance with CDM 2015 requirements. Our approach balances safety, maintenance efficiency, and architectural integrity for building owners.
Questions
What areas do you cover for consultancy services?
We operate throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and London providing national coverage.
Do you specialise in specific types of buildings?
Our expertise covers commercial developments, healthcare facilities, and mixed-use properties requiring vertical transportation solutions.
Can you assist with regulatory compliance?
We ensure all projects meet current safety standards including LOLER regulations and CDM 2015 requirements.
What maintenance services do you offer?
We provide contract evaluation, performance monitoring, and risk assessment services to optimise equipment reliability.
Do you handle new installations?
Yes, we offer specification writing, tender analysis, and project management for new lift and escalator installations.
