Tag Archives: plant hire

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Up to a day a week wasted on equipment management says HSS white paper

A survey sponsored by leading hire company HSS Hire has found that equipment problems on the building site, and the time needed to manage that, are adversely affecting productivity and cost efficiency on large construction projects. » Read more
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Plant auction portal Mr Machinery establishes foothold in Scandinavia

Shropshire-based Mr Machinery has officially appointed a new Territory Manager in Finland to help cater for a growing demand for high-quality used plant and machinery across Scandinavia. The move adds to the online auction expert’s existing presence in the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Belgium, with further expansion on the cards for later in the year. » Read more
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JD Neuhaus offers tailored crane systems to the building trade

Crane manufacturer JD Neuhaus, one of the leading names in the industry, is now offering hydraulic cranes for occasions when a hydraulic power system supply is available on site. They say it is a more practical option for all lifting and handling operations than their well-established compressed air operated products. » Read more
JCB news

Plant hire specialist Hewden signs £14m deal with JCB

Digger specialist JCB is celebrating one of the largest orders in its history, after Manchester-based plant hire company Hewden placed a £14m order for new plant including telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, cranes and mini diggers. 2011 looks set to be a bumper year for the construction hire industry. » Read more
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Derisk launches health & saftey blog for the construction industry

Health and safety specialist Derisk has launched a new construction industry blog offering news, opinion and features relevant to risk management when it comes to operating heavy plant and machinery. » Read more
International Rental News gives 10 predictions for construction industry in 2010

International Rental News gives 10 predictions for construction industry in 2010

After a brutal year for the construction industry, industry watcher Chris Sleight says business will gradually improve through 2010. » Read more
Plant hire receives boost as construction industry comes out of recession

Plant hire receives boost as construction industry comes out of recession

Government figures indicate that the construction industry is no longer in recession after a boost in public sector work. Figures from the Office of National Statistics show construction ouput rose by two percent in the third quarter of 2009 compared with the previous year, with quarter on quarter growth signalling the end of recession for the industry. » Read more
Speedy Hire trading update reflects uncertain outlook in construction

Speedy Hire trading update reflects uncertain outlook in construction

Merseyside-based plant hire company Speedy Hire expects first-half turnover to be 29 percent down on last year. » Read more
A-Plant teams up with HAE to launch new insurance package

A-Plant teams up with HAE to launch new insurance package

Leading equipment rental firm A-Plant has launched a new insurance package that enables hire customers to insure A-Plant items against loss or damage of up to ₤100,000 for any one incident. » Read more