William Hackett, a leading global lifting equipment provider, has completed the acquisition of Vulcan Hoist. Vulcan is focused on supplying hoists and lifting equipment. The partnership will enhance William Hackett’s market reach in North America and further expand William Hackett’s product range to now include electric hoists, supporting its goal to be a full-line provider of hoists and lifting equipment.

Vulcan was founded in 1964 and has a strong portfolio of products, high-quality operations and an ambitious management team to support William Hackett’s future growth ambitions.

Vulcan is the third acquisition by William Hackett adding further scale, with the group now generating over £30 million revenue. It further supports William Hackett’s strategy of becoming a leading global supplier of lifting equipment.

For further information on William Hackett, please visit: www.williamhackett.co.uk

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