Business Details
10 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Services & Equipment Solutions
Air Tech Innovations is a leading engineering company specialising in cargo handling system integration. Established in 2016 and based in Crewe, Cheshire, we employ 30 dedicated professionals to design, manufacture, install, and service air cargo equipment across the UK and internationally. Our in-house capabilities span mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and specialist software development, enabling automated systems compliant with current legislation. We collaborate directly with manufacturers, end users, and large integrators to deliver bespoke solutions, including heavy-duty automated systems, sortation solutions, and full turnkey operations.Our 24/7 service support ensures rapid response times for maintenance and emergency repairs, as evidenced by long-term partnerships with blue-chip clients like Swissport and DHL. With projects completed at major airports including Heathrow, Stansted, and Chicago O'Hare, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to reliability, having maintained a 100% on-site response rate for critical breakdowns over five years. Our engineering-led approach ensures complete control over product quality, from design to delivery, while our flexible manufacturing accommodates standard specifications or custom requirements.
Services
Cargo Handling Systems
Material Handling Equipment
Automated Systems
Turnkey Solutions
24/7 Maintenance
Custom Fabrication
Software Development
Installation Services
Equipment Servicing
Spare Parts Supply
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer in-house design and manufacturing of cargo handling systems
- We operate nationally and internationally with blue-chip clients
- We provide bespoke equipment tailored to individual needs
- Our service support is available 24/7 annually
- We have software, commissioning, and management capabilities
What people say
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Robust maintenance service
Reliable services
Close relationship
No hesitation in recommending
Services
Cargo Handling Systems
We design and manufacture custom cargo handling systems for airports, including automated sortation solutions and full turnkey operations. Our systems improve efficiency in air cargo logistics through bespoke engineering and compliance with industry standards. Clients benefit from seamless integration with existing infrastructure and long-term operational reliability.
Material Handling Equipment
Our material handling equipment portfolio includes powered roller conveyors, telescopic belt conveyors, and specialist pallet systems. Designed for durability in high-demand environments, these solutions optimise cargo movement at major airports. Equipment can be supplied as standard specifications or fully customised to meet specific operational requirements.
24/7 Maintenance
We provide round-the-clock maintenance and repair services for critical cargo handling systems. With a 100% on-site response rate for breakdowns, our engineers ensure minimal operational disruption for clients at major UK and international airports. This service includes scheduled maintenance and urgent fault resolution.
Turnkey Solutions
Our turnkey projects deliver fully integrated cargo handling systems from initial design to final commissioning. Recent projects at Heathrow and Chicago O'Hare airports demonstrate our capability to manage complex installations. Clients receive complete systems tailored to their specific air cargo throughput requirements.
Custom Fabrication
We offer custom fabrication services for specialist cargo handling equipment, including protection barriers and interface systems. Our in-house engineering team creates solutions for unique operational challenges, as demonstrated through long-term partnerships with airport operators like Swissport and dnata.
People
Stephen Hamilton
Director
Stephen leads Air Tech's strategic direction, leveraging 15+ years of engineering experience to oversee major projects for international airport operators. He ensures technical excellence across all client engagements.
Nathan Knox
Technical Sales and Project Support
Nathan manages technical sales and project coordination, applying his engineering expertise to translate client requirements into bespoke cargo handling solutions for major airport infrastructure projects.
Questions
What cargo handling systems do you specialise in?
We specialise in airport cargo handling systems including automated sortation solutions, powered roller conveyors, and bespoke equipment for major international airports.
Do you provide international services?
Yes, we deliver cargo handling solutions across the UK, Ireland, USA, and Europe, with recent projects completed at Chicago O'Hare and Liege airports.
What emergency support options are available?
Our 24/7 service support guarantees on-site engineers for critical breakdowns, maintaining 100% response rates for major airport clients like Swissport.
Can you create custom equipment solutions?
Yes, our in-house engineering team designs and manufactures bespoke cargo handling equipment tailored to specific operational requirements and site constraints.
What maintenance agreements do you offer?
We provide comprehensive maintenance agreements with rapid response times, currently supporting Manchester Airport's cargo facilities under a five-year contract.
Which major clients have you worked with?
Our clients include Swissport, DHL Express, dnata, and Coastair, with completed projects at six major international airports since 2016.
