Bessey Lifting Tools

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Bessey Lifting Tools are designed to make handling large, heavy sheet materials safer and easier on site and in the workshop. The focus here is on board lifters, which help you raise, position and hold boards such as plasterboard, plywood and MDF without straining your back or needing a second pair of hands.

Whether you are a plasterer, dry liner, joiner or fitter, a board lifter helps with accurate positioning, especially when fixing boards to ceilings or the upper sections of walls.

Bessey Lifting Tools Features and Benefits

• Lever-action lifting: Raises boards from the floor with little effort, reducing manual handling strain over a long day.
• Precise positioning: Lets you adjust a board into place before fixing, so joints line up and fewer boards are wasted.
• Hands-free support: Holds the board in position while you screw or nail it, so you can work alone.
• Robust construction: Built for regular use on busy sites, with parts that cope with the weight of full-size boards.
• Compact and portable: Easy to carry between rooms, stairs and vehicles, and simple to store in a van.

Popular Bessey Lifting Tools

Board Lifters

Bessey board lifters are the core of this category. They suit first-fix and second-fix work, including:

• Fitting plasterboard to ceilings and stud walls
• Positioning plywood and MDF sheets for floors, cladding and carcassing
• Lifting boards to the correct height for fixing at the top of a wall

Browse the Board Lifters category to compare the options and choose the right tool for the boards and heights you work with.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right Bessey board lifter?

Think about the type and weight of boards you handle, plus the ceiling or wall heights you work at. Check the lifter's stated capacity and lifting range in the product specification to make sure it suits your typical sheet size.

Can I use a board lifter on my own?

Yes. A board lifter supports the board while you fix it, which makes one-person installation more practical. Always keep the board stable, wear suitable safety footwear and follow the manufacturer's instructions for safe use.