Ireland's EP Equipment dealer, run by people who know forklifts
Clearlift sells, hires and services EP electric forklifts, warehouse trucks and automation across Ireland and Northern Ireland, from our depots in Navan and Portadown.
- Since 2012Supplying businesses across the island
- Exclusive EP dealerFor Ireland and Northern Ireland
- Navan & PortadownTwo depots, one team
- All 32 countiesDelivery and mobile engineers
Jonathan Savage on how Clearlift started (57 seconds, with subtitles)
We went looking for the best electric trucks, and found EP
Clearlift is run by Managing Director Jonathan Savage. Jonathan started out in engineering, moved into finance, and then saw an opportunity in material handling. He wanted to run his own business, and set out on his own in 2007.
He watched big-name brands have their trucks built in China and put their own badge on them. So rather than rebadge, the team went to China and looked at the manufacturers directly. One stood out: EP Equipment.
At a time when the industry was split between diesel and electric, EP had gone all in on electric. Today Clearlift is EP's exclusive dealer for the island of Ireland, with an experienced team selling, hiring and servicing EP trucks from Navan and Portadown.
"There was one outstanding player in the market, and that was EP. We could see straight away that EP were the masters of electric trucks."
Jonathan Savage, Managing Director, Clearlift
Why we chose EP Equipment
EP is one of the world's leading makers of electric warehouse trucks and lithium-ion forklifts. We're upfront that EP builds in China, because the quality speaks for itself.
What makes EP different from the rest (31 seconds)
EP holds hundreds of patents in the US, China and Europe. Its EFL302 was billed by EP as the industry's first electric replacement for diesel forklifts.
Figures from EP Equipment.
See the EP RangeLower running costs, without cutting corners
We buy straight from EP's factory and keep our overheads lean, so more of the saving reaches you.
Direct from the factory
We buy directly from EP, with no distributor or middleman in between, so we can sell and hire at sharper prices.
Factory-direct parts
Genuine EP parts come straight from the factory, which keeps your maintenance costs down.
Better finance rates
Our purchasing volume and hire fleet have earned us strong rates from banks, and we pass the savings on.
Everything online
Our fleet portal has been running for over a decade. Reports land within ten minutes of a site visit.
Clearlift and EP over the years
- 2007
Two beginnings Clearlift EP
Jonathan Savage sets out on his own in material handling. In China, EP Equipment is founded and enters electric material handling.
- 2012
Clearlift Material Handling Clearlift
Clearlift starts supplying forklifts and warehouse equipment to businesses across Ireland and Northern Ireland.
- 2017
EP goes lithium EP
EP starts producing its own lithium batteries and launches its L1 series of forklifts.
- 2019
100,000 units shipped EP
EP passes 100,000 units shipped worldwide.
- 2023
A bigger factory EP
EP expands its manufacturing site to over 670,000 square metres.
- 2025
Award-winning design EP
EP wins an IFOY Award, one of the material handling industry's best-known awards.
- 2026
Automation in Navan Clearlift
Our Navan demo warehouse runs live demos of EP's X-Mover automated pallet trucks. We're the only company in Ireland offering them.
The people you'll deal with
When you call Clearlift you talk to the people who sell, deliver and service your trucks. There's no call centre and no hold music.
An engineer turned finance professional, who built Clearlift around EP's electric trucks.
Trusted by businesses across the island
"Great service and customer care. Very happy with my EP pallet truck."
"So easy to deal with and helpful, very happy with the pallet truck and will buy again."
"The service that we have received from Clearlift from day one has been excellent. We were able to demo this truck before committing."
Helping Irish businesses switch to electric
Our mission is simple: safer, smarter and more sustainable material handling that cuts your costs. Electric and lithium-ion trucks are at the heart of everything we sell and hire.
- No exhaust fumes, so they're safe indoors and in food production
- Lithium-ion batteries that can be topped up on breaks
- Lower energy and maintenance costs than diesel
About Clearlift
Who runs Clearlift?
Clearlift Material Handling is an Irish business run by Managing Director Jonathan Savage and a team of experienced sales staff and engineers, with offices in Navan, Co. Meath and Portadown, Co. Armagh.
Is Clearlift the official EP Equipment dealer?
Yes. Clearlift is the exclusive EP Equipment dealer for the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, covering sales, contract hire, servicing, parts and automation.
Where are EP forklifts made?
EP Equipment is based in Hangzhou, China, where it makes around 90% of its own components. Its manufacturing site was expanded to over 670,000 square metres in 2023. Clearlift buys directly from EP, with no middlemen.
How long has Clearlift been in business?
Clearlift has been supplying forklifts and warehouse equipment across Ireland and Northern Ireland since 2012.
Which areas do you cover?
All 32 counties. Our Navan depot looks after the Republic of Ireland and our Portadown office looks after Northern Ireland, with mobile engineers and delivery across the whole island. See all locations.
Can I visit you and see the machines?
Yes. Our Navan depot is also our EP demo centre, with a demo warehouse where you can see EP automated pallet trucks working. We're open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. Get in touch to arrange a visit.
Talk to the Clearlift team
Whether it's one pallet truck or a full fleet, tell us what you're moving and we'll find the right EP machine and price.
Or call 01 5267 411 (ROI) · 028 3833 7038 (NI)
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