Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Electric Forklift Solutions
Established in 1979, DAWSON has evolved into an industry leader in materials handling solutions. Our expertise spans electric forklift sales, service support, and innovative lithium-ion battery technology. With a dedicated team of mobile service engineers and strategic coverage across Ireland, we deliver rapid response times and preventative maintenance programs. Our extensive product range includes market-leading brands like Combilift, Kalmar, and SANY, alongside cutting-edge lithium-ion electric forklifts that offer zero emissions and significant cost savings.Backed by decades of experience and manufacturer-trained engineers, we prioritise customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and comprehensive after-sales support. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through milestones such as delivering Northern Ireland's first lithium-ion forklift and investing in custom transport infrastructure. We maintain transparency through online account management tools, enabling real-time fleet monitoring and reporting for clients.
Services
Electric Forklifts
Service Support
Lithium-ion Batteries
Fleet Management Software
Parts Supply
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 fast-response service engineers across Ireland
- Our product range includes 10+ market-leading forklift brands
- We pioneered lithium-ion forklift adoption in Northern Ireland
- Our nationwide service network covers all 32 counties
- Our team includes manufacturer-certified engineers with 40+ years combined experience
Services
Electric Forklifts
Our lithium-ion electric forklifts replace traditional diesel and gas models with zero-emission technology. These powerful machines operate efficiently indoors and outdoors while reducing total cost of ownership through rapid charging and maintenance-free batteries. Ideal for businesses seeking sustainable, cost-effective materials handling solutions.
Service Support
Nationwide preventative maintenance programs ensure equipment reliability. Our manufacturer-trained engineers provide rapid response across Ireland, with strategic coverage to all 32 counties. Services include scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, and digital job tracking through our custom account management software.
Fleet Management
DAWSON Account Manager software enables real-time fleet monitoring. Features include service scheduling, digital documentation, historical records access, and custom KPI reporting. This digital platform streamlines communication and enhances operational efficiency for businesses managing multiple materials handling units.
Product Range
We distribute 10+ leading brands including Combilift, Kalmar, and SANY. Our inventory covers electric, diesel, and gas-powered models with capacities from 1.5 to 16 tons. Specialised equipment includes narrow-aisle trucks, order pickers, and custom-configured forklifts for specific industry requirements.
Free Trials
Experience our electric forklifts through two-week no-obligation trials. This allows businesses to test performance in their specific operations before purchase. Our representatives arrange convenient scheduling and provide full technical support during the evaluation period.
People
Graham Alexander
Sales Director
With 15+ years in materials handling, Graham leads our sales team. He specialises in matching clients with optimal forklift solutions and has driven significant growth in electric vehicle adoption across Ireland.
Lynsey Bettes
Transport Manager
Lynsey oversees our logistics operations, ensuring timely equipment delivery and service engineer deployment. Her expertise in transport optimisation supports our nationwide 24/7 service commitment and rapid response times.
Karl Dawson
Director
As a director, Karl drives strategic development while maintaining hands-on involvement in client relationships. He has overseen key milestones including our transition to electric forklift specialists and expansion into the Republic of Ireland.
Questions
What electric forklift brands do you supply?
We distribute Combilift, Kalmar, SANY, and Mastermover brands alongside our own DAWSON-branded lithium-ion models.
How much can I save switching to electric?
Businesses save up to £2,750 annually per truck by switching from diesel, with reduced fuel and maintenance costs.
Do you offer equipment trials?
Yes, we provide two-week free trials with no obligation to purchase, allowing you to test performance in your operations.
What service areas do you cover?
Our engineers provide support across all 32 counties in Ireland, with Belfast and Dublin as primary service hubs.
How quickly can service engineers respond?
Our nationwide network ensures emergency call-outs within 2 hours during working hours across Ireland.
Do you provide maintenance contracts?
Yes, we offer preventative maintenance plans with scheduled servicing to ensure equipment reliability and safety compliance.
