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Atwell International Ltd Specialists in moving and stopping people. Serving the lift industry since 1996.

What happens when an engineer encounters an unexpected challenge?They start asking questions.What's actually happening?W...
16/10/2026

What happens when an engineer encounters an unexpected challenge?

They start asking questions.

What's actually happening?
What was the original specification?
What has changed?

And, most importantly, is there another way to solve it?

Not every engineering problem has a straightforward answer, particularly when you're working with existing lift equipment or unusual applications.

That's where experience matters.

Atwell's engineering team regularly works through technical challenges with customers, from unusual configurations and installation constraints to bespoke requirements.

Sometimes the answer is straightforward, sometimes it takes a little more thinking.

But the starting point is always the same:
Understand the problem before trying to solve it.

If you're facing a technical challenge with a lift safety application, talk to our team. We're happy to work through it with you: [email protected]

In the lift industry, standards provide an important benchmark for how safety-critical equipment is designed, tested and...
14/10/2026

In the lift industry, standards provide an important benchmark for how safety-critical equipment is designed, tested and manufactured.

But meeting a standard is only part of the picture.

You also need to understand the application, the loads, the speeds, the installation conditions and how the equipment will perform as part of the wider lift system.

At Atwell, compliance with the relevant standards is fundamental to the products we design and manufacture.

But we believe good engineering goes beyond simply ticking a compliance box.

It's about making sure the right solution has been selected for the application in the first place.

If you're working through the requirements for a lift project and need technical guidance, our team is here to help: [email protected]

The lift industry is full of deadlines, complex projects and responsibility. But behind every project are our people, an...
10/10/2026

The lift industry is full of deadlines, complex projects and responsibility. But behind every project are our people, and making time to look after ourselves and each other matters.

World Mental Health Day is a good opportunity to recognise the importance of looking after our team and creating workplaces where conversations about mental health are encouraged.

The Lift Industry Mental Health Charter is helping to keep mental health on the agenda across our industry, encouraging businesses to take practical steps towards supporting the wellbeing of their teams.

At Atwell, our people are at the heart of our business, and looking after them matters.

We support the Charter, and we want to keep taking steps to support our team and the wider industry every day.

Not every new-build lift project is straightforward. When a lift incorporates newer technology, the safety system needs ...
09/10/2026

Not every new-build lift project is straightforward. When a lift incorporates newer technology, the safety system needs to work alongside it.

For this new-build installation, Atwell supplied advanced VG Safety Products as part of a lift incorporating smart and high-efficiency technology.

The project required safety components that could work alongside intelligent lift systems, while supporting higher speeds and enhanced ride performance.

Our team also provided technical support throughout the project, from design through to commissioning.

The result was a high-performance lift system with enhanced safety and efficiency, designed with the future in mind.

Another project where the right safety solution needed to be considered as part of the wider lift system.

Working on a new-build lift with specific safety requirements?

Talk to our team about your application: [email protected]

“This isn't a standard lift. I need someone to help me work through it.”Not every lift project is straightforward.Differ...
07/10/2026

“This isn't a standard lift. I need someone to help me work through it.”

Not every lift project is straightforward.

Different loads, speeds, configurations and installation requirements can all create challenges that don't have an obvious answer.

And when you're dealing with a safety-critical application, you need more than someone to point you towards a product and leave you to work it out.

Atwell International works with customers to understand the application, work through the technical requirements and find a solution that actually fits.

Sometimes that means selecting the right product from our existing range.
Sometimes it means adapting a solution.
And sometimes it means developing something bespoke.

The important thing is understanding the problem first.

If you're working on a lift that doesn't fit the standard specification, our team can help you work through it.

Contact our team: [email protected]

Load isn't always consistent.Know exactly what your lift is carrying.Depending on the application, the weight being carr...
05/10/2026

Load isn't always consistent.
Know exactly what your lift is carrying.

Depending on the application, the weight being carried can change throughout the day, which is why having accurate information about the actual load can be so valuable.

Henning's permanently installed WeightWatcher provides ongoing load information rather than relying on a single measurement.

It also provides slack rope detection and programmable load alarms, giving you greater visibility and allowing you to identify changes or issues with the lift's load.

That means you can monitor what's happening over time and build a much clearer picture of how your lift is being used.

For applications where accurate load information matters, continuous weighing can provide valuable insight, from monitoring performance to making informed decisions about the lift.

At Atwell, we're experts across the Henning range, so we can help customers understand which solution is right for their application.

Want to know more about Henning's permanently installed WeightWatcher?
Get in touch with our team: 01905 641881

Did you know there’s a “rule of thumb” in the lift industry? Some say they can measure rope tension with your thumb. We...
02/10/2026

Did you know there’s a “rule of thumb” in the lift industry?

Some say they can measure rope tension with your thumb.
We’re not convinced. 😉

The phrase “rule of thumb” actually dates back centuries, referring to using your thumb as a quick, practical way to estimate a measurement, which is useful when you don't have the right tool to hand.

But when you're dealing with lifting equipment, ropes, loads and safety systems, a rough estimate isn't ever enough.

Because when you know what's really happening on the lift, you can make decisions based on facts rather than guesswork.

That’s where the Henning WeightWatcher comes in.

Henning’s measuring principle enables absolute measurement of load and rope tension, giving you the accurate information you need to understand what’s actually happening on the lift.

Measure the rope tension correctly.
Take the guesswork out.

Learn more: www.atwellinternational.com/load-weighing

We’re pleased to be strengthening our ongoing partnership with Henning, supporting lift companies across the UK with spe...
30/09/2026

We’re pleased to be strengthening our ongoing partnership with Henning, supporting lift companies across the UK with specialist load measurement technology and technical support.

Read the full story to find out more about our partnership and the support we provide: www.atwellinternational.com/atwell-strengthens-henning-partnership/

Defence facilities need lift systems that operate flawlessly under the most challenging conditions. Every component must...
25/09/2026

Defence facilities need lift systems that operate flawlessly under the most challenging conditions. Every component must meet stringent security protocols and reliability standards.

Your lifts face unique challenges, including extreme environments, heavy-duty use cycles, classified area restrictions and the need for rapid emergency response capabilities. In such mission-critical environments, equipment failure isn’t just inconvenient. It can compromise your operational readiness and the safety of your personnel.

With over three decades of experience supplying defence installations worldwide, Atwell International understands these critical requirements. We’ve provided certified lift safety systems for aircraft carriers, military headquarters and high-security facilities, earning trust through proven performance.

Learn more: www.atwellinternational.com/defence

Discuss a specialist application with our team:
📧 [email protected]

How confident are you in the weight you're working with?When you're specifying, maintaining or modernising a lift, an in...
21/09/2026

How confident are you in the weight you're working with?

When you're specifying, maintaining or modernising a lift, an inaccurate assumption about the load can have a knock-on effect.

• The wrong equipment can be specified.
• Engineers can spend longer on site.
• Rope tension issues can go unnoticed.
• And unnecessary wear and downtime can follow.

The Henning WeightWatcher helps take the guesswork out of load measurement.

The Mobile WeightWatcher can measure individual rope loads and total weight, while helping engineers identify and adjust uneven rope tension.

And because Henning's measuring principle allows absolute measurements without calibration weights, you can get the information you need without relying on test weights.

Atwell can supply the Mobile WeightWatcher, help you choose the right solutions, or provide access to the equipment for your own requirements.

Learn more about the Henning WeightWatcher range: www.atwellinternational.com/load-weighing/

Or get in touch: 01905 641881

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Worcester
WR26PD

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
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