At the heart of our fabrication process is our dedicated in-house design engineer, who plays a crucial role in turning complex lifting challenges into fully engineered, safe and efficient solutions. Using advanced CAD software—including SolidWorks and other industry-leading design tools—our designer develops precise 3D models and detailed technical drawings that form the foundation of every bespoke lifting product we manufacture.

By working closely with your project team, our designer ensures each concept is developed around your exact load requirements, site constraints and operational goals. This collaborative approach allows us to optimise lifting performance, enhance safety, and address potential issues early in the design phase, reducing lead times and ensuring a seamless transition into fabrication.

From initial sketches and simulations to stress calculations, certification requirements and final manufacturing drawings, our in-house design capability ensures total accuracy, compliance and traceability. With a deep understanding of lifting equipment standards and real-world application, our designer brings technical insight and innovation to every project, enabling Carl Stahl Fabrication to deliver high-quality, reliable lifting solutions built to perform.

In-house Design

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At the core of every bespoke lifting solution we manufacture is advanced 3D CAD design. Using industry-leading software such as SolidWorks, our in-house design team develops fully engineered 3D models of custom lifting equipment before fabrication begins. This allows us to validate structural integrity, optimise geometry and ensure complete compliance with lifting standards from the earliest stage of the project.

Our 3D design process enables precise modelling of lifting beams, spreader beams, lifting frames and other fabricated lifting equipment to match exact load requirements, lifting configurations and site constraints. By digitally simulating load paths, connection points and centre of gravity positioning, we reduce risk and eliminate design uncertainties before steel is cut.

Through detailed 3D CAD modelling, we can:

  • Visualise bespoke lifting equipment in real operational scenarios

  • Conduct stress analysis and structural validation

  • Refine lifting point placement for balanced, safe lifting

  • Optimise material usage while maintaining required Safe Working Load (SWL)

  • Produce accurate manufacturing drawings and assembly documentation

This digital design approach ensures every custom lifting beam or fabricated lifting structure is engineered for safety, efficiency and long-term durability. It also allows seamless collaboration with contractors, engineers and project managers, providing clear visual representations and technical drawings for approval prior to manufacture.

By integrating 3D CAD design with our in-house fabrication capabilities, we deliver bespoke lifting equipment that is not only structurally sound but fully aligned with project specifications, compliance requirements and operational performance standards.

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Drawing on extensive experience across heavy industrial, offshore and construction environments, Carl Stahl Fabrication provides a fully bespoke design and manufacturing service for lifting beams and handling equipment. Our capabilities include custom lifting beams and frames, lifting grabs, swing jib cranes, runway beams, gantries, hooks, shackles and specialist handling aids.

Every lifting beam is engineered in the UK to exact specifications, ensuring safe, stable and efficient lifting for demanding applications. Supporting sectors such as manufacturing, construction, renewable energy, rail and heavy engineering.

We tailor each solution to your load requirements, lifting points and operational constraints. All beams are built using high-grade structural steel and undergo rigorous testing, certification and CE marking to BS EN standards. By collaborating closely with your project team, Carl Stahl Fabrication delivers lifting solutions that maximise safety, protect the load and improve operational efficiency across one-off and repeat projects.

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Telephone: 01709 763050
Email: Sales@CarlStahlEvita.co.uk

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Our in-house designer is responsible for the full 3D CAD design and engineering of bespoke lifting equipment, including lifting beams, spreader beams and fabricated lifting frames. They ensure each solution is designed to meet precise load requirements, site constraints and relevant safety standards before manufacture begins.

We use industry-leading 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks to create detailed models, technical drawings and manufacturing documentation. This allows us to visualise custom lifting equipment, validate structural integrity and optimise performance prior to fabrication.

Yes. Our in-house designer develops fully bespoke lifting beam designs based on your Safe Working Load (SWL), lifting configuration, centre of gravity and operational requirements. We tailor every design to ensure safe and efficient lifting performance.

Yes. We supply detailed 3D models, general arrangement drawings and fabrication drawings as required. This ensures clarity, compliance and full traceability throughout the lifting equipment manufacturing process.

By modelling lifting equipment in 3D CAD software, we can simulate load paths, lifting point positioning and structural behaviour before fabrication. This reduces design risk, identifies potential issues early and ensures compliance with lifting standards.

Absolutely. Our design capability allows us to develop custom lifting solutions for complex geometries, restricted headroom environments and specialist industrial applications. We work closely with your engineering team to create practical, compliant lifting systems.

Yes. Our in-house designer incorporates relevant UK and European lifting standards into every bespoke lifting equipment design. Documentation, calculations and certification requirements are considered from the outset to ensure regulatory compliance.

Having an in-house designer streamlines communication, shortens lead times and ensures seamless transition from 3D design to fabrication. It also allows tighter quality control and faster design revisions, resulting in safer and more efficient bespoke lifting equipment solutions.