Material Lifts
Material Lift Hire Manchester — Genie SLA Hoists from 2m to 7.94m
Getting heavy materials to height without manual handling is one of the most overlooked risks on any building site. Manchester Diggers hires Genie SLA material lifts across Greater Manchester — five models covering working heights from 2.0m to 7.94m, for projects from low roofline work to loft beam installations.
Choose the Right Lift for Your Working Height
2.00m working height
Genie SLA-5
The smallest lift in the range. Suited to low-level material positioning, shelving work, and moving materials between ground and first floor level. Light, portable, and quick to set up.
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3.66m working height
Genie SLA-10
A practical mid-range option for single-storey roof work, outbuilding construction, and first-floor material delivery. Handles standard building materials including boards, blocks, and timber.
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5.18m working height
Genie SLA-15
Covers most domestic two-storey roof and soffit work. A reliable choice for roofers working on standard residential properties.
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6.50m working height
Genie SLA-20
Built for taller residential properties, commercial low-rise, and elevated roof access. This is the most commonly hired model for getting materials onto a standard two-and-a-half-storey or taller domestic roof.
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7.94m working height
Genie SLA-25
The tallest lift in our range and the one to book for loft conversions requiring beam installation. The boom attachment allows materials to be positioned accurately through an opening at height — a significant advantage when manoeuvring steel beams or large structural components into a loft space.
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How to Choose the Right Working Height
Working height and platform height are not the same. The working height figure refers to the height at which a person of average reach can work from the lift platform. The platform height will be lower.
If you're unsure which model suits your job, call us with the building height and what you're lifting. We'll point you to the right model. Booking the wrong height wastes a day's hire.
For loft beam installation specifically, the SLA-25 with boom attachment is the model designed for the job. The boom allows you to manoeuvre a beam through a roof opening at angle, which is often not possible with a vertical-only lift.
What You Get with Every Material Lifts Hire
Same-Day Hire Available
Call us and we'll confirm availability. From our Manchester depot, we move fast when a job demands it.
Delivery Available
We deliver to your site and collect at the end of the hire — no trailer or transport to arrange yourself. Delivery charged separately by location, or collect from our depot.
No Large Deposit
Straightforward booking terms. No large upfront costs before the job starts.
24/7 Availability
We take bookings and answer calls around the clock, seven days a week, including weekends.
One Contact Throughout
Mark or Mateusz handle your booking from first call to collection. One number, every time.
Common Questions About Material Lifts Hire
- The Genie SLA range is designed for standard building materials — boards, blocks, tiles, timber, and bagged materials. Maximum load capacity varies by model. If you're planning to lift something heavy or awkward, call us before booking so we can confirm suitability and recommend the right model.
Get Your Material Lift Hired Today
Five models covering every working height from 2m to 7.94m. Delivery available or depot collection, same-day hire available.
Available 24/7. No large deposit.