Providing Members with a Voice in the Industry
ALLMI has representatives on British, European and International Standards Committees for loader cranes and so all members have an opportunity to voice opinions on forthcoming changes in legislation and standards affecting the industry.  In fact, ALLMI is currently involved in the revision of EN12999, the European Standard for lorry loaders, and will also soon be taking part in the revision of BS7121 Part 4, which is the current British Standard. 

Guidance in Relation to Legislative Changes
Due to ALLMI being a consultative body, members are informed of forthcoming changes in legislation and standards, and are given guidance on interpretation and compliance.

Group Buying Power
ALLMI runs a Buyers Co-operative, which allows members to purchase core products and services at a discounted rate.  The first product to be introduced for the Co-operative was insurance and some members have already saved thousands of pounds on their premiums, as well as receiving improved levels of cover.  Other products and services for the Co-operative are currently being investigated. 

Thorough Examination Training
ALLMI has recently introduced an accredited training programme for thorough examinations and load tests of lorry loaders, which is only available to ALLMI members. Please click here for further information

Market Statistics
ALLMI will soon be publishing market statistics for members.  These sales figures will be broken down into categories, which will be based on the tonne-metre rating of the cranes as well as their application. 

Technical Publications
Members also have access to technical publications such as the ALLMI Code of Practice, ALLMI Guidance Notes and other technical documents such as template certificates and report forms for the test and inspection of lorry loaders. 

Website Promotion
All members are promoted through the ALLMI website, which, lists each company’s contact details, together with information on the services they offer.  The website also features a password protected members' section, which includes a download area, containing documents from the HSE and VOSA, and also all information coming from the Operators’ Forum General meetings.  In addition, the download area contains legislation relevant to lorry loaders and also draft standards for members to comment upon.    

Networking
Members include manufacturers, importers, service companies and fleet owners.