Aerospace and Defence

At Merritts, we understand the unique demands and complexities of the aerospace and defence sectors. With stringent regulations, precision manufacturing processes, and critical security protocols, relocating factories in these industries requires a specialist approach.

That’s why Merritts has developed a comprehensive service tailored to meet the exacting standards of aerospace and defence clients.

We provide a comprehensive range of services to support aerospace and defence factory relocations:

  • Machinery Removal and Installation Our team dismantles, transports, and reinstalls your machinery with precision, ensuring all equipment is operational and aligned to your specifications.
  • Heavy Lifting and Transportation Using state-of-the-art lifting equipment and a modern fleet of vehicles, we can safely handle the transportation of oversized and high-value machinery.
  • Specialist Packing and Storage For sensitive equipment, we offer bespoke packing solutions and secure storage facilities, ensuring your machinery is protected during transit or while awaiting installation.
  • Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) Every project begins with a thorough risk assessment to identify potential challenges and develop a tailored method statement to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Health and Safety Compliance Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are fully trained and adhere to strict health and safety standards to protect your assets, personnel, and facilities.

Why Choose Merritts for Your Factory Relocation?

  1. Specialist Expertise With decades of experience in industrial machinery removals, we have the technical knowledge and skills to handle the high-value, complex equipment commonly used in aerospace and defence manufacturing. Our team is fully trained in the safe handling of sensitive machinery and components, ensuring every piece of equipment is relocated with the utmost care.
  2. Comprehensive Project Management Merritts offers a full turnkey solution for factory relocations. From the initial consultation to final commissioning, our dedicated project managers ensure every stage of your relocation is planned and executed efficiently. This minimizes downtime and keeps your operations running smoothly.
  3. Security and Compliance Aerospace and defence projects demand the highest levels of security and adherence to strict compliance regulations. Merritts is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified, and our team follows stringent protocols to ensure your assets are protected and your project complies with all industry standards.

Merritts has successfully managed factory relocations for several aerospace and defence manufacturers. From relocating high-precision CNC machinery to transporting sensitive assembly lines, our expertise ensures your project is completed on time and within budget.

If you’re planning a factory relocation in the aerospace or defence sector, contact Merritts today. Our experienced team is ready to provide the expertise and support you need to ensure a seamless transition.

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Manufacturers we have worked for include:

  • Rolls Royce
  • BAE Systems
  • Babcock Aerospace
  • Cobham
  • GKN
  • Gardner
  • Airbus
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Doncasters

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