ATL Equipment Review
Automated MOT Test lanes are becoming more and more frequently seen in Testing Stations these days, with many businesses reaping greater profits from one-person operation and MOT Test time saved.
ATLs are also becoming more sophisticated, with equipment remotely linked from a central console and remote screens enabling customers to see the results as the Test progresses.
There are, however, a number of different makes of equipment to choose from with different design characteristics, degrees of sophistication, and inevitably, price. We have put together a wide range of products in this review so that Testing Station owners can make fully informed choices of equipment best suited to their businesses.
Actia Muller (UK) Ltd
Actia Muller claim that their world-wide reputation in Automated Test Lane technologies brings unrivalled Class IV/VII ATL bays to the UK market. The full and expansive range of ATL equipment, manufactured within the European Actia Group, offers, they say, previously unheard-of technologies in garage equipment, such as Actia’s own OEM-supplied CANbus connectivity. This provides unique additional profit opportunities through expansion, as well as the robustness and reliability required by the busiest of testing facilities.
Price: POA Included in the price – Business consultation, design & drawing service and professional project assistance. Laser headlamp aligner and award-winning Multi-Diag for sales before 31st August 2010.
Contact: Simon Stone
Tel: 01686 611177 Fax: 01686 621068
E-mail: mail@actiamuller.co.uk
Web: www.actiamuller.co.uk
Distribution: Distributor based sales
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Bradbury Equipment
Bradbury Equipment claim they offer the most comprehensive range of Test Equipment in the UK, which includes: The shortest and narrowest (4295mm platform length – 2750mm). Longest lift (6100mm platform Lift). Shallowest (130MM RECESS) and now the heaviest (6.5 Tonne Capacity). 5 Year all inclusive maintenance package
Price: POA.
Contact: Bradbury sales
Tel: 01604 828648 Fax: 01604 609684
E-mail: sales@bradburyequipment.co.uk
Web: www.bradburyequipment.co.uk
Distribution: Network of Distributors
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Branchflowers UK
Branchflowers UK have told us they offer a complete service to guide you from drawing stage to full installation for your new CRYPTON MOT-ATL Bay. Standard & LWB -4 Post and Scissor Lift options are available. The full package includes Lift with Shaker Plates & Turntables-Electronic Brake Tester with automatic weighing-Computerised Data Control with Gas & Smoke analyser-Jacking Beam-Headlight Aligner-Viewing Mirrors and Brake Pedal applicator. An Integral Motor Cycle MOT test rig option can also be fitted.
Price: POA. No Deposit finance available from only 116.26 per week. Included in price – Free site survey & VOSA Drawings, Delivery & installation to a prepared site.
Contact: Geoff Branchflower
Tel: 01823 432000 Fax: 01823 430500
E-mail: info@branchflowers.co.uk
Web: www.crypton-uk.com
Distribution: Full UK distribution
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Beissbarth UK Ltd
Beissbarth GmbH have since 1899 been manufacturers of high precision measurement devices for car manufacturers and repair garages, worldwide. We can supply and install anything from a replacement brake tester from Class 1 to Class 7 for standard and OPTL type testing, to a Class 7 ATL testing facility. We manufacture our own roller brake testers in Munich to exceed the requirements of leading motor manufacturers like MB, BMW, Porsche and VAG. All installs are carried out by ourselves together with initial civil works and on going training.
Price: From @ £5000 for an RBT to £27,000 for a Class 7 ATL
Contact: Nick Lauff
Tel: 0115 9380220
Fax: 0115 9380228
E-mail: enquiries@beissbarth.co.uk
Web: www.beissbarth.com
Distribution: Direct
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Dunlop Garage Equipment
Dunlop Garage Equipment claim to be a major provider of ATL Bays in the U.K. Dunlop Garage Equipment offer a complete package including free site survey, free VOSA Drawings, delivery (with off –loading facilities), installation, civil and electrical works. Dunlop believe they offer a wide range of solutions for your ATL Bay needs, including lifts with various platform lengths and options to suit most existing recesses. Dunlop can offer OPTL upgrades and pit applications They claim that their brand offers excellent value for money.
Price: Subject to site survey. Included in price – site survey, VOSA drawings, delivery, installation, civil and electrical works
Contact: Nigel Munsey
Tel: 01604 828 557
Fax: 01604 633 159
E-mail: sales@dunlopge.co.uk
Web: www.dunlopge.co.uk
Distribution: Weekly Nationwide delivery and installation
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Gemco Equipment Ltd
GEMCO has had over thirty years experience in providing MOT bays for independent garages, franchised dealers and fast-fits throughout the UK, supplying brands such as Stenhoj, BM Autoteknik, Omitec, Crypton, Bradbury and Dunlop. They also offer special lifts to suit existing recesses avoiding costly civil works. GEMCO can supply both 4 post and scissor lifts for the ATL bay. For class 7 bays the Stenhoj 6 metre platform 5.2 tonne ATL lift with long platforms suits the longest of LWB vans. All Stenhoj lifts are fitted with pneumatic play detectors.
Price: POA
Contact: Sales Department
Tel: 01604 828 600
Fax: 01604 633 159
E-mail: sales@gemco.co.uk
Web: www.gemco.co.uk
Distribution: Bespoke logistics system
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Liftmaster Garage Equipment Ltd
Liftmaster Garage Equipment claim to have the largest range of MOT equipment for new testing stations and one man test upgrades, and that they have one of the most experienced planning and sales teams offering free site visits, planning and project management. Their equipment includes 4 post lifts, scissor lifts, combined ATL lifts and wheel alignment lifts, they can also supply steel pits. Liftmaster also specialise in low profile lifts that fit into existing recesses.
Price: P.O.A. Included in the price – site survey, VOSA drawings, delivery & installation (subject to site survey)
Contact: Tony Strudwick
Tel: 01420 549038
Fax: 1420549036
E-mail: info@liftmasteruk.com
Web: www.liftmasteruk.com
Distribution: Approved UK wide Distributors
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MAHA UK Ltd
MAHA, claims to be the leading supplier of quality ATL & MOT test equipment in the UK, manufacturerd to VOSA’s latest specifications, and they say, representing the cutting edge of ATL technology. MAHA also claim to be widely regarded as the international leader in this field. They offer workshop design and planning, assistance with the VOSA ‘approval in principle’ and install the equipment with MAHA trained engineers. They provide on-site training on completion or installation, service and support and can arrange a finance package subject to terms and conditions.
Price: POA
Contact: Neil Ebbs
Tel: 01945 476663
E-mail: neil.ebbs@maha.co.uk
Web: www.maha.co.uk
Distribution: Direct and through a nationwide local distribution network
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Ravaglioli
Ravaglioli claim to be the biggest garage equipment manufacturer in Europe and selling into the UK for more than 20 years. RAV offer a range of ATL equipment, including fast and space saving SCISSORS LIFTS with platforms up to 5300mm in length, hydraulic play detectors and quality ball bearing radius plates. The range is completed by fully computerized brake testers with data visualization. RAV distributors throughout the country can offer a complete ATL package including planning, groundwork, installation, training and fully reliable after-sales service. Fast delivery through Ravaglioli own UK stock of equipment.
Price: P.O.A
Contact: Alessandro Cioni
Tel: 0039 051 6781585
Fax: 0039 051 846349
E-mail: ravuk@ravaglioli.com
Website: www.ravaglioli.com
Distribution: Throughout the UK
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Tecalemit Garage Equipment Ltd
Class IV ATL includes either 4.0t 4 Post or 4.5t Scissor lift with 2.0t capacity jacking beam, integral flush fitting play detectors and radius turning plates. Lifts can be either surface mounted or recessed into floor. Electronic roller brake tester suitable for all cars and 4×4 vehicles. Workstation with PC keyboard, printer and mouse and 19″ flat screen monitor displaying brake test results which can be archived as required by VOSA. Rail mounted Headlamp beam tester approved to 2005 standard, 1 pair of convex mirrors and adjustable brake pedal applicator.
Price: From £19,999 via distributors including layout drawings, presentation to VOSA, installation and commissioning
Tel: 01752 219111
Fax: 01752 219128
E-mail: sales@tecalemit.co.uk
Web: www.tecalemit.co.uk
Distribution: Distributor network
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The Trade Group
The Trade Group claim they provide maximum choice with their comprehensive range of technically advanced MOT & ATL equipment. The Trademaster ATL packages feature wireless hand held control and are claimed to be flexible, well specified, value for money equipment. With free layout drawings, advice on planning, product selection, installation, OPTL up grades, training and keen finance terms, you will, they say, benefit from the experience of their long established companies. They also claim to use the latest design techniques, combined with unrivalled local knowledge and exceptional after sales support.
Price: Call your local Trade Group Member for a free estimate including a ‘start to finish’ service with a project manager.
Tel: 0845 644 4054 For your local Trade Group Member
E-mail: enquiries@thetradegroup.uk.com
Web: www.thetradegroup.uk.com
Distribution: The Trade Group’s nationwide distribution network.
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