VanMate – Portable Handling

VanMate is a modular, portable lifting solution designed to move loads up to 250kg in and out of vehicles with ease. The unique 3-module design allows you to select a trolley, mast and attachment to suit your requirement – compact for transport, it travels with you for unloading anywhere. Over 20 attachments available to suit any load shape. Ideal for drums, appliances, pallets and site equipment.

VanMate - the ultimate delivery companion

VanMate is a portable and configurable handling solution that can lift up to 250kg in and out of goods vehicles. Compact and vehicle-mounted for transport, it travels with you for unloading anywhere.

The unique 3-module design allows you to select a trolley, mast and attachment to suit your requirement – making it ideal for loading and deliveries, or operations where other manual handling equipment is not available.

VanMate eliminates the need for tail lifts, cranes and other permanently mounted installations by providing a truly portable handling system that can deliver goods into a customer’s premises or around a working site, without the need for power or additional equipment.

Completely configurable with a wide range of attachments suitable for lifting:

Drivers gain a robust, straightforward system; operations teams gain fast deployment and load flexibility; health and safety teams gain a practical way to reduce manual lifting; procurement teams gain one modular platform backed by a UK manufacturer.

If you are looking for a bespoke attachments then please contact us and we will be happy to assist.

VanMate Benefits

Why choose VanMate?

  • Improved safety & duty of care
    Reduces manual handling and lifting risks, helping lower injury rates, workplace claims and supporting compliance with UK/EU legal obligations.

 

  • Faster, more efficient operations
    Speeds up loading with rapid deployment (under 15 seconds), removes the need to climb into vans, and enables single-operator handling with quick-swap attachments for mixed loads.

 

  • Lower total cost of ownership
    Delivers significant savings versus tail lifts or cranes, with lower capital spend, minimal maintenance requirements and reduced compliance costs.

 

  • Highly flexible, multi-vehicle compatibility
    Works across multiple van types without permanent installation, helping maximise fleet utilisation and adapt to changing operational needs.

 

  • Simple compliance & low maintenance
    CE/LOLER compliant with straightforward annual inspections and a low mechanical footprint, reducing downtime and admin burden.

 

  • Operational independence
    Fully manual system requiring no power source, allowing use anywhere and improving delivery reliability and uptime.

 

  • Fleet optimisation & load versatility
    Enables smaller vans to safely handle heavier or awkward loads (e.g. drums, appliances), improving route efficiency and fleet flexibility.

 

  • ESG and sustainability benefits
    Supports employee wellbeing and injury reduction, enables lighter, more efficient fleets and operates with zero fuel or battery consumption.

VanMate Slider – Safe, Efficient Vehicle Loading and Unloading

The VanMate Slider is a simple and effective van loading system that enables heavy goods to be moved safely inside a vehicle without climbing into the load space or manually pushing loads into position.

Using a lightweight control handle, loads can be smoothly transferred from the vehicle doors to the bulkhead for transport. Unloading is just as easy, bringing goods back to the vehicle doors for safe removal.

Suitable for both side and rear-door access, the VanMate Slider can be fitted to virtually any van, with bespoke designs available for specialist applications.

Key Benefits

  • No need to climb into the vehicle during loading or unloading.
  • Reduces manual handling and operator strain.
  • Smoothly transfers loads from the doors to the bulkhead.
  • Suitable for side and rear-door loading.
  • Compatible with most van types.
  • Bespoke systems available.

Removable Tray System

Removable trays can be transferred between vehicles or stored when not in use. Multiple trays can be prepared in advance, making it easier to stack, secure and transport different loads efficiently.

Ideal for 205L Drum Handling

The VanMate Slider is particularly effective for transporting 205L drums, allowing multiple drums to be moved safely and efficiently compared with traditional drum trailers or crane systems.

Case Studies

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Products

VanMate Glass and Windscreen lifting and moving equipment shown in its 5 parts VM1-KS02

VanMate Glass and Window Lifting Equipment VM1-KS02

Lifting Range

1000mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate VM2-KL02 White goods and furniture lifting kit

VanMate White Goods & Furniture Lifting Kit VM2-KL02

Lifting Range

1200mm

Capacity

200kg

VanMate site equipment lifter VM1-KS01

VanMate Site Equipment Lifting Kit VM1-KS01

Lifting Range

1000mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate Flat lifting kit for appliances and drums VM1-KP03 shown in 4 parts

VanMate Flat Lifting Plate Kit VM1-KP03

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate portable drum / barrel and plate lifting kit

VanMate Drum & Plate Lifting Kit with Slider VM1-KG01

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate Euro Pallet lifter VM1-KF06

VanMate Pallet Handling Kit (EURO) VM1-KF06

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

Portable Drum lifting equipment in 3 pieces VM1-KD01

VanMate Drum Lifting Kit with Standard Trolley VM1-KD01

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate portable handling kit VM1-KE01

VanMate Ultimate Handling Kit VM1-KE01

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate drum listing kit with standard and pallet access trollies. VM1-KD03

VanMate Drum Lifting Kit with Standard & Pallet Access Trollies VM1-KD03

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate crate lifter with extended forks

VanMate Extended Forks Kit VM1-KF03

Lifting Range

800mm

Capacity

250kg

VanMate loading whacker into van

Customised VanMate solution for Openreach Civils

Lifting Range

Capacity

VanMate drum lifting kit Euro Car Parts

LKQ Euro Car Parts – VanMate – Portable delivery solution for oil drums

Lifting Range

Capacity

Dunelm – Innovation of efficient retail total handling solution

Lifting Range

Capacity

LKQ (Euro Car Parts) – Destacking of tall stacks of totes

Lifting Range

Capacity

Butternut Box Reel Lifter

Lifting Range

Capacity

TTP Labtech – Low Level Access Lifter

Lifting Range

Capacity

ABG International winch lifter

ABG International – Enhanced lifting for faster builds

Lifting Range

Capacity

What our clients say

At Euro Car Parts, VanMate has proved to be the optimum solution for delivery of goods to our customers. Daily deliveries of oil drums, AdBlue bulk drums, reconditioned engines, and gearboxes are seamless using VanMate, replacing three separate pieces of equipment used previously. Further, where a larger Boxer van was previously used for oil deliveries, this equipment allows us to employ the smaller and more efficient Partner and Connect vans due to VanMate’s portability and light weight.

Richard Stanyard
Head of Operations

Patented DuoPump Lifting Technology

Uses our patented DuoPump technology for fast lifting of the load with an intuitive single pedal operation for lifting and lowering.

Lightweight, ergonomic and user-friendly
Various wheel and trolley configurations

Lifting ranges from 600mm to 2400mm

Capacities up to 400kg SWL

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Standards

Our products are designed and manufactured in-house, using the latest manufacturing techniques, CE/UKCA Marked and rigorously tested to ensure compliance with all relevant standards.

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