Rooted in Farming. Engineered for Performance

A family-run business combining 40 years of engineering expertise with practical agricultural experience.

Who We Are

MORE THAN JUST MACHINERY

MDL Powerup is based in Carlisle, Cumbria, operating from our dedicated facility which houses a welcoming office and over 4,000 square feet of workshop and storage space.

As a family business whose roots are firmly grounded in a farming background, we understand the varied challenges and workloads that are a part of everyday farming life across the UK. We don’t just understand the machinery; we understand the job you need it to do. Because of this, our solutions are practical, reliable, and built for real-world workloads.

Our History & Expertise

FOUR DECADES OF ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Innovation sits at the heart of everything we do. This expertise began with Christopher Metcalfe, founder of MDL Powerup, who started his engineering career over 40 years ago.

Over the decades, Chris has developed advanced skills in reading technical drawings, geometric development, and industrial metal forming. This deep knowledge of industrial welding and joining processes means that every product we supply or manufacture is held to an exceptionally high standard.

Manufacturing & Fabrication

CUSTOM BRITISH FABRICATION

To complement our extensive agricultural product range, we proudly offer custom fabrication services. Our workshop is equipped with high-spec machinery capable of handling the most demanding projects.

Our Capabilities Include:

  • 320-Tonne Press Brake: Capable of forming metal up to 4 metres in length.
  • HD Plasma Cutter: A massive 4 × 2 metre bed for precision cutting.
  • Dynamic Balancing: Capable of balancing rotors up to 1,100 kg and 4,675 mm in length.

This in-house capability allows us to deliver fast turnaround times at competitive rates, ensuring you get exactly what you need, when you need it.

Fabrication Services

The MDL Promise

WE DON'T JUST SUPPLY, WE SUPPORT

At MDL, we know that getting the right product is essential to improving your efficiency and productivity. That is why we don't just "supply" products; we provide the knowledge to back them up.

  • Expert Advice & Training: We offer on-site demonstrations and training to ensure you are confident with your equipment.
  • Technical Support: You can talk directly with our highly trained workshop crew to resolve technical queries.
  • Industry Relationships: Our close relationships with suppliers mean you benefit from their expertise as well as ours.

Just call or email us. We pride ourselves on providing the best backup service in the industry and will always endeavour to help.

Get In Touch

EXPLORE THE MDLPower Up RANGE

From high tonnage forestry equipment to precision groundcare attachments, discover reliable machinery engineered for the toughest jobs. All backed by our 3-year warranty and dedicated UK-based support team.