William Hackett Strengthens Bespoke Capabilities with New Acquisition

William Hackett, a trusted global supplier of safety-critical lifting, rigging and chain solutions, has further strengthened its customer offering through a new acquisition.

The company has purchased Forge Lifting Gear, a specialist in the bespoke manufacturing of bolts, shackles and forgings. Based in the West Midlands, Forge is known for its rapid prototype and production capabilities, creating custom equipment and volume products for sectors including energy, construction, mining, agriculture, and utilities.

Forge Lifting Gear brings a more bespoke skill set to William Hackett, with diverse in-house expertise in bending, boring, chamfering, drilling, folding, milling and hot forging, as well as tapping, thread cutting, and welding. It can also offer surface treatments such as galvanising, sherardising, zinc plating and powder coating.

Founded in 1892, William Hackett is a respected manufacturer of chains and lifting products. The company has also purchased B&S Chains, a specialist in playground equipment. This will further strengthen the existing playground chains offering from WHCP. Both business have relocated to the WHCP Cradley Heath facility, retaining their skills and manufacturing base in the West Midlands.

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