Kentledge Blocks

Kentledge Blocks

Elite Precast Concrete manufactures high-quality precast concrete kentledge blocks, also known as Kelly blocks, designed to provide reliable counterweight and anchoring solutions across a wide range of construction, infrastructure, and temporary works applications.

Manufactured in controlled factory conditions, our kentledge blocks offer consistent strength, precise dimensions, and excellent durability.

Kentledge blocks are a proven solution for where ground penetration is restricted, impractical, or prohibited, delivering a safe and efficient method of stabilising structures, equipment, and temporary installations.

What is Kentledge Blocks?

Elite Precast Concrete manufactures high-quality precast concrete kentledge blocks, also known as Kelly blocks, designed to provide reliable counterweight and anchoring solutions across a wide range of construction, infrastructure, and temporary works applications.

Kentledge blocks are commonly used for:

  • Construction site anchoring and restraint systems

  • Traffic management systems and signage

  • Scaffold and access structure stability

  • Utilities and infrastructure projects

  • Testing and load-bearing applications

  • Marine fabrication for offshore wind turbines

  • Onshore wind farm construction

  • Dry dock ship support systems

What is Kentledge Blocks?

Why Choose Elite Precast

With decades of precast expertise, in-house engineering support and a proven delivery record on projects of every scale, Elite Precast is the partner specifiers trust. We pair robust, repeatable manufacturing with the flexibility to engineer bespoke solutions when a standard product will not do.

Key Features & Benefits

Above-ground installation eliminates the risk of costly service strikes.

Why Choose Kentledge Blocks?

  • High-density precast concrete for reliable weight and performance

  • Non-penetrative solution suitable for sensitive or restricted ground conditions

  • Factory-controlled quality ensuring consistency and compliance

  • Customisable designs including size, weight, and cast-in fixings

  • Fast installation using standard lifting equipment

  • UK manufactured with dependable lead times and technical support

Why Choose Kentledge Blocks?

Installation Overview

Blocks are delivered directly to site and installed using cranes or mechanical lifting equipment, allowing for quick and efficient placement.

All blocks delivered by us or collected from our Shropshire works are new and have not been used before. If you are using older blocks from existing sites, please check the block quality and the lifting pin for corrosion or wear and tear. If the block is damaged or the pin is worn, the system could fail when being lifted into place.

Installation Overview

Compliance & Technical Support

Blocks can be supplied in a range of standard weights or manufactured to bespoke sizes and specifications, including cast-in lifting anchors, fork pockets, or fixing points.

For dependable, high-performance precast concrete kentledge and Kelly blocks, Elite offers expert guidance from design through to delivery.

Compliance & Technical Support

Safety & Responsibility

All blocks delivered by us or collected from our Shropshire works are new and have not been used before. If you are using older blocks from existing sites, please check the block quality and the lifting pin for corrosion or wear and tear. If the block is damaged or the pin is worn, the system could fail when being lifted into place.

Safety & Responsibility

Bespoke Options

Blocks can be supplied in a range of standard weights or manufactured to bespoke sizes and specifications, including cast-in lifting anchors, fork pockets, or fixing points.

Bespoke Options

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Full specifications

  • KM500 (Marquee)Dimensions (mm): 1000 x 550 x 450 mmWeight (kg): 480 kg
  • KM1000 (Marquee)Dimensions (mm): 1000 x 750 x 750 mmWeight (kg): 1100 kg
  • P1-915 (Hoarding)Dimensions (mm): 915 x 610 x 610 mmWeight (kg): 700 kg
  • P1-1220 (Hoarding)Dimensions (mm): 1220 x 610 x 610 mmWeight (kg): 970 kg
  • P1-1525 (Hoarding)Dimensions (mm): 1525 x 610 x 610 mmWeight (kg): 1233 kg
  • P1-1830 (Hoarding)Dimensions (mm): 1830 x 610 x 610 mmWeight (kg): 1500 kg
  • LG4-FS (Hoarding)Dimensions (mm): 800 x 800 x 800 mmWeight (kg): 1125 kg
  • KC1000 (Cube)Dimensions (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 425 mmWeight (kg): 1000 kg
  • KC2350 (Cube)Dimensions (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mmWeight (kg): 2350 kg
  • KC2950 (Cube)Dimensions (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 1250 mmWeight (kg): 2950 kg
  • KX3000 (MOD)Dimensions (mm): 1400 x 1400 x 700 mmWeight (kg): 3000 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a kentledge block?

A kentledge block is a precast concrete weight used as a counterbalance or anchoring solution to provide stability without the need for ground penetration.

What is the difference between kentledge blocks and Kelly blocks?

The terms are often used interchangeably. Kelly blocks typically refer to modular kentledge blocks used as counterweights or temporary stabilisation solutions.

Can kentledge blocks be manufactured to bespoke weights?

Yes. Elite Precast Concrete can produce kentledge blocks to specific sizes and weights to suit individual project requirements.

Are kentledge blocks suitable for temporary and permanent use?

Kentledge blocks can be used for both temporary and permanent installations, depending on the design and application.

How are kentledge blocks delivered and installed?

Blocks are delivered directly to site and installed using cranes or mechanical lifting equipment, allowing for quick and efficient placement.

UK Manufacturing & Nationwide Delivery

Every product is manufactured in the UK to recognised quality standards and delivered nationwide on a fleet built for site access. The result is shorter lead times, full control over quality, and the confidence of working with a British manufacturer.

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