Subfloor Preparation. Machine Manufacture. Preparing and Profiling Substrates and Steel. Polishing. Machine Service Centre. Cleaning. Machine Hire. Coatings removal. Machine Sales. Training.
Subfloor Preparation. Machine Manufacture. Preparing and Profiling Substrates and Steel. Polishing. Machine Service Centre. Cleaning. Machine Hire. Coatings removal. Machine Sales. Training.
We are proud to manufacture our own range of surface preparation machines, reflecting our commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. By designing and building our equipment in-house, we maintain full control over every aspect of production—from the initial concept to the final product. This ensures that each machine meets our high standards and delivers consistent performance on every job. Our dedication to local manufacturing also allows us to respond quickly to customer needs, implement improvements efficiently, and support our clients with trusted, durable equipment they can rely on.
The Preparation Group and Professional Preparation Contractors (U.K.) Ltd have delivered trusted surface preparation solutions across the UK and beyond. With over three decades of industry experience, we’ve built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and specialist knowledge across a wide range of sectors.
Our expert team provides comprehensive technical support to help you get the best results from our equipment, services, and solutions. From initial setup and application advice to troubleshooting, maintenance guidance, and ongoing performance optimisation, we’re here to support you every step of the way — on-site, remotely, or over the phone.
What We Offer
As the industry-leading one-stop shop for surface preparation solutions, we provide everything you need under one roof. Our services include the sale and lease of high-performance machines, large stocks of tools, spares, and accessories, along with flexible hire options to suit projects of any scale. We offer expert inspection, servicing, and repairs for all makes and models of equipment, ensuring reliability and safety on-site. Our teams deliver professional project solutions tailored to the specific demands of each project. To support continued excellence in the industry, our Head Office also houses the UK’s largest purpose-built Training School, delivering CITB, FeRFA, and bespoke courses designed to upskill professionals at every level.
Project Solutions
We provide guidance and costing options to ensure you are informed of the best sustainable, cost-effective options for your project needs. We will recommend the right equipment, tools and expertise to manage and execute the work.
Machines
We offer a comprehensive range of expertly designed and in-house manufactured machines, built to deliver reliable, high-performance surface preparation across a wide variety of applications.
Accessories and Spares
As the industry-leading one-stop shop, we carry a comprehensive stock of accessories and spare parts to support your entire machine range, ensuring high availability and next-day delivery to keep your projects running without any downtime.
Repairs and Maintenance
We provide thorough inspection, servicing, repairs, and maintenance for all our machines—as well as many other makes—to keep them operating at peak performance and extend their lifespan. Refurbishment of select machines is also available upon request, and we offer annual maintenance agreements to ensure ongoing reliability and support.
Hire
Our extensive hire fleet features a wide selection of surface preparation machines to suit projects of all sizes and requirements. Every hire is backed by expert technical support, ensuring you have the right equipment, guidance, and confidence to get the job done efficiently and effectively.
Training
We provide comprehensive training courses and state-of-the-art facilities to ensure our clients and operators are fully equipped with the skills and knowledge to use our equipment safely and efficiently.
Our range
Our range of surface preparation machines delivers versatile, high-performance solutions that are trusted across multiple industries. Whether you’re tackling a compact, detailed project or preparing vast floor areas, our equipment is engineered to handle tasks of every size and level of complexity with ease, efficiency, and consistency.
Each machine is designed with durability, safety, and precision at its core. Built to withstand demanding environments and heavy use, they provide the reliability professionals need to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality. From removing tough coatings and adhesives to smoothing and polishing concrete, our machines adapt seamlessly to different applications, helping you achieve exceptional results every time.
We continually invest in innovation and design, ensuring that our equipment remains at the cutting edge of surface preparation technology. This means you benefit from machines that are not only powerful and effective but also user-friendly, with features that enhance productivity while reducing operator fatigue.
Backed by over 30 years our expertise and technical support, our machines represent more than just tools – they are complete solutions that help you maximise performance, reduce downtime, and deliver professional-grade finishes that exceed expectations.
Cost effective solutions
For over 30 years, The Preparation Group has been delivering cost-effective project services for stock removal, preparing and profiling substrates, surface re-texturing, polishing, cleaning, and maintaining a wide range of surfaces including floors, roads, steel platforms, car parks, runways, ship decks, and storage tanks. As industry leaders, we provide reliable, expert advice, thorough site surveys, and detailed project specifications, all backed by comprehensive technical and health and safety documentation.
Interested in hiring a machine?
We provide flexible hire solutions through our extensive fleet of surface and floor preparation equipment. Backed by expert technical support and clear How-To guides, we enable sole traders and large corporations alike to hire with confidence and complete their projects efficiently.
Training School
Our Training school facility, which features 300 metres of various surfaces, serves as a collaborative space for CITB apprentices and FeRFA to host NVQ training, ensuring your personnel can get the most from your equipment. This versatile facility has a classroom and is also available to hire for meetings and tailored training sessions.
Repairs and Maintenance
We offer expert repairs and maintenance services to keep your surface preparation equipment performing at its best. From routine servicing to urgent repairs, our skilled technicians work with speed and precision to minimise downtime. We also offer annual maintenance agreements for ongoing support and peace of mind.
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