Edmolift at Nestlé York: Supporting the Sweet Success of KitKat

Nestled on the historic Rowntree Cocoa Works site in York, the Nestlé factory carries a legacy of confectionery innovation dating back to the 1890s. When Nestlé acquired Rowntree Mackintosh in 1988, it inherited not only the iconic factory but also legendary brands like KitKat, cementing the site’s place in chocolate history.

Once home to a major production hub and a global research centre for future sweets, the Rowntree Cocoa Works continues to shape the world of chocolate. Today, it produces KitKat bars for global distribution, maintaining a perfect blend of tradition and modern efficiency.

Behind the scenes, every ingredient that goes into a KitKat passes through an Edmolift low-rise goods and loading bay lift. Designed to handle the demands of a busy production environment, this lift features a powered bridge plate, a 1500Kg capacity, and safety features including barriers and interlocked gates—ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient handling of materials.

From historic heritage to cutting-edge production, the Nestlé York site demonstrates how innovation and tradition can work hand in hand—supported by smart solutions like Edmolift that keep the sweet success flowing.