A set of Mechan wagon rotators has embarked on the long journey to Johannesburg, thanks to our South African friends at Yale Engineering.

This is the second time Yale has requested wagon rotators for its clients, although this new set is much larger than the previous one. The system comprises two independent structures that rotate a wagon through 360 degrees, allowing work to be carried out at any orientation.

Our thanks also go to Yale for a separate order of four 20-tonne jacks that are being delivered in the same shipment. The equipment is currently at sea and should be with you very soon [More]

Rail depot equipment specialist, Mechan, is on target to double its export turnover this year

In the last month alone, the Sheffield-based manufacturer has taken orders from as far afield as France, Taiwan and New Zealand, worth in excess of £600,000



Mechan’s order from Bombardier in France is its first installation in the country. The firm is producing a bogie transfer system that will be installed in three stages. The initial phase is currently taking place while the plant is shut down for the summer holidays and Mechan expects to complete the project during the Christmas break, when operations are again suspended. [More]