Private company
Thomas Smith & Sons
Crane manufacturers of Rodley, West Yorkshire, UK1
Thomas Smith & Sons was a British engineering company that played a key role in manufacturing cranes, starting with hand-operated models in the 1840s and advancing to steam-powered cranes by the 1860s. Founded by Thomas Smith, the company became known for producing highly reliable cranes for docks, railway yards, and large construction projects both in the UK and internationally.2 It is headquartered in Leeds.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
- HeadquartersLeeds1
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Thomas Smith & Sons was a British engineering company that played a key role in manufacturing cranes, starting with hand-operated models in the 1840s and advancing to steam-powered cranes by the 1860s. Founded by Thomas Smith, the company became known for producing highly reliable cranes for docks, railway yards, and large construction projects both in the UK and internationally.2
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- 3Wikimedia CommonsThomas Smith & Sons photo by Registreernu, CC BY-SA 4.0