NI construction output grew 10.5% year-on-year in 2024; strong growth continues.
Green building starts on site.
Construction deadlines are tight and standards stricter than ever. Clearlift Material Handling supplies durable electric forklifts and site-ready equipment that meet heavy lifting demands while reducing noise and emissions.
Industry insights
Construction activity is expanding rapidly across Ireland and Northern Ireland, but contractors face stricter environmental rules and growing community concerns over noise and emissions. Adopting electric forklifts and handling equipment enables construction firms to meet sustainability goals, reduce site disruption and keep projects on schedule in competitive tender environments.
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CHALLENGES IN IRELAND
Why it matters
Bricks, timber, steel need robust handling.
Why it matters
Urban & residential sites limit diesel use.
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Why it matters
Rough terrain, gradients, variable weather.
Why it matters
Sites often lack grid capacity.
Why it matters
Downtime delays projects.

PROVEN SOLUTIONS
Why Switch to electric?
The material handling industry is undergoing a battery revolution, and we’re leading the charge with EP Equipment’s advanced lithium-ion technology. Our lithium-ion solutions deliver immediate operational advantages that transform how you work. Every EP lithium battery uses safe LiFePO4 technology with our proprietary Battery Management System, ensuring maximum safety and remote diagnostic capabilities that prevent downtime before it happens.

The future of warehouse transport
Many warehouses unknowingly spend excessive time and resources on repetitive manual jobs. We highlight seven common areas where straightforward automation can significantly boost efficiency. From handling waste to moving empty pallets, these routine tasks are quietly draining productivity – time that your team could be investing in higher-value activities.

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