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Natural History
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Somers Handling was originally a division within Walter Somers, the Forgemaster, which was
incorporated in 1866.
The handling division was originally set up to design and develop innovative handling
solutions and equipment for use throughout the forge for lifting, rotating and transporting the
various shapes and sizes produced within the business from the original ingot through to the
finished forged component. Some of the original automatic gravity tongs pioneered by the
Somers designers of the time remain in use at Somers Forge in Halesowen in the U.K.
The company has not stood still and whilst it remains one of the worlds leading suppliers of
handling equipment to the metal producing industries, it has diversified into the Rail Industry
for the design and supply of Lifting Jacks, Bogie Handling Equipment and Depot Workshop
Equipment.
Rota Ltd was formed originally in Bristol in 1985. Since then Rota have been providing lifting
and Handling solutions to a wide range of industries, including Water Treatment, Rail,
Construction, Aerospace, Steel Service Centres, Engineering, Food and High Tech
Foundries. As an organisation Rota takes great pride in the relationships we have formed with
our customers over the years. Many of whom are amongst the world’s leading manufacturers.
Rota provide you with a complete design and manufacturing solution to your lifting or
materials handling problem, whether it is for a one-off item or a turnkey project. From site
survey through to proof load testing and commissioning we maintain full control of the
operation and ensure your best interests are always paramount.
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