Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Forklift Solutions in Southam
Established in 1981 by Bob Butlin, Butlin Fork Trucks is a family-owned business with over four decades of experience serving industrial and commercial clients across Warwickshire and surrounding counties. Our operations in Southam are strategically positioned to deliver reliable forklift solutions tailored to diverse business needs. With a fleet maintained to LOLER 98 standards, we offer short- and long-term hire options, including gas, diesel, and electric models with lifting capacities from 1.0 to 8 tonnes. Our sales division provides new and certified pre-owned forklifts from leading manufacturers such as Toyota, Hyster, and CESAB, supported by comprehensive servicing and maintenance packages. Our CFTS-accredited technicians ensure compliance through thorough examinations, while our extensive spare parts inventory minimises downtime.Decades of industry expertise, combined with in-house transportation and emergency backup solutions, position us as a trusted partner for material handling requirements. We prioritise cost-effective operations through preventative maintenance strategies and rapid response times for breakdowns. Our commitment to quality extends to rigorous safety checks on all used equipment, backed by warranties and LOLER certification where applicable. This enduring focus on reliability and customer satisfaction has sustained our reputation as a leading forklift service provider in the Midlands region.
Services
Forklift Hire
Used Sales
Servicing
LOLER Certification
Fleet Maintenance
Parts Supply
Breakdown Recovery
Thorough Examinations
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 44 years of dedicated forklift industry expertise since 1981
- CFTS-accredited thorough examination services available
- In-house transportation for rapid equipment delivery
- LOLER 98-certified maintenance on all hire vehicles
- Emergency backup forklift provision during repairs
Associations and certifications
- CFTS
Services
Forklift Hire
Cost-effective forklift hire solutions with capacities from 1.0 to 8 tonnes. Available as short- or long-term rentals, all maintained to LOLER 98 standards. Gas, diesel, and electric models suitable for diverse industrial applications, with rapid delivery across the Midlands region.
Used Sales
Certified pre-owned forklifts from Toyota, Hyster, and CESAB. Each unit undergoes rigorous safety checks and preparation. Includes LOLER certification and warranty options, with delivery available across Warwickshire and surrounding counties.
Servicing
Comprehensive servicing by CFTS-accredited technicians using manufacturer-approved parts. Covers all major brands including Toyota and Hyster. Includes LOLER 98-compliant thorough examinations and emergency repair support to minimise operational downtime.
LOLER Certification
Legally required LOLER 98 examinations conducted by certified professionals. Covers lifting components, hydraulics, and safety systems. Required annually (or bi-annually for elevated operations) to ensure compliance and operational safety for all forklift types.
Fleet Maintenance
Tailored maintenance packages for commercial fleets. Includes scheduled servicing, parts replacement, and emergency backup solutions. Designed to maximise equipment uptime through preventative maintenance strategies and rapid response breakdown recovery services.
Questions
What types of forklifts do you hire?
We offer gas, diesel, and electric forklifts with capacities from 1.0 to 8 tonnes, including reach trucks and pallet handlers for various industrial applications.
Do you service all forklift brands?
Our CFTS-certified technicians service Toyota, Hyster, CESAB, Nissan, and other Japanese manufacturers, using genuine parts and LOLER 98-compliant maintenance procedures.
Are your used forklifts certified?
All used forklifts undergo safety checks and preparation, with LOLER 98 certification and warranty options available for added assurance.
Which areas do you cover?
We serve Warwickshire, Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, and the West Midlands, with rapid delivery and breakdown recovery available across these regions.
What servicing options exist?
We provide full mechanical services, thorough examinations, and emergency repairs, supported by an extensive spare parts inventory for minimal downtime.
How quickly can you deliver equipment?
Our in-house transportation enables rapid delivery and collection of hire equipment, typically within 24 hours of order confirmation.