About MGF
About MGF
MGF is a long-standing, trusted provider of comprehensive temporary work solutions in the industry. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we go above and beyond to provide a complete solution, for a multitude of projects. We work with you at every level - whether it's excavations, above-ground structural support, or lifting and safety needs, our team is equipped to support your requirements.
With over four decades of experience, MGF are a leading provider of temporary works solutions in the construction industry.

Since 1981, MGF has been at the forefront of temporary works innovations, combining deep technical expertise with a customer-focused approach to shape the future of temporary works solutions.
Trusted by 95% of the UK’s top contractors. MGF is the preferred partned for the UK’s leading construction companys.
Our strategically located depots and a dedicated logistics network, allows MGF ensures rapid, reliable delivery of equipment and support.
We recycle and repair 98% of our equipment year on year.
HISTORY
MGF was founded in 1981 by Michael O’Hara, who began importing German-designed proprietary shoring products and trading as MGF (Trench Construction Systems) Ltd in the UK. Michael’s vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment shaped MGF into the business it is today.
Learn more about how MGF started as well as some of the milestones we have achieved along the way.
- 1981 – 1985: MGF begins in Astley Greater Manchester, with imported trench boxes and the vision of betterment.
- Focused on UK engineered systems, and developing products such as
- 200 series struts
- UK manufactured Trench Boxes
- Piling frames
- 1986: Astley depot expands. MGF establishes itself as a UK manufacturer with a long-term growth mindset.
- 1990: New depot opens in Rugeley
- 1995: Expansion continues with a depot in Durham
- 1996: Bristol depot opens
- 1996: Rugeley depot expands
- 1999: Depot established in Yorkshire
Focused on coverage, service, and fleet utilisation across the UK.

- Early 2000’s: customers requested more than products, MGF introduced engineered solutions with in-house engineers producing bespoke designs.
- 2002: Durham depot expands
- 2003: Head Office is opened in Ashton-in-Makerfield, a hub for central operations, innovation and manufacturing.
- 2004: Castleford depot is opened
- 2004: Bristol depot expands
- 2005: Tring depot opens
- 2007: Product range expands
- 2010: Dartford depot opens, supporting major basement and infrastructure projects.
- 2010: Institution of Civil Engineers training began
- 2011: Product range expands
- 2012: Engineering Centre relocated
- 2014: Exeter depot opens
- 2014: Astley depot expands, again
- 2014: Product range continues to expand
- 2014: Obtains ROSPA gold
- 2014: Haulage fleet expands
- MGF continues to expand its reach and capabilities, staying true to the vision of betterment.
- 2020: Livingston depot opens
- 2020:Structural Support Solutions launches
- 2023: Launches Road Map to Net Zero
- 2023: Publish ESG report
- 2024: Burlescombe depot opens
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At MGF, our mission and values are what drive us forward.
We’ve come a long way since 1981, but we’re always pushing to be better. Our mission is to be the leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist engineered solutions to the construction industry. What drives us is simple – being collaborative, responsible, dedicated, and groundbreaking in everything we do. These values shape how we work, how we grow, and how we support each other and our customers..


At MGF, our people are the foundation of everything we achieve.
At MGF, our greatest strength is our people. From our board of directors to every team across the business, it’s the collective expertise, commitment, and shared values that drive our success.
















