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We are a renowned leader in our industry, known for our exemplary machinery, innovative solutions, unwavering commitment to quality, and customer-centric approach. We differentiate ourselves through digitalisation, sustainability and spectacular customer service.

As a multi-category equipment rental specialist, we provide top-notch equipment for various applications and sectors. Offering both operated & self-drive excavators, telehandlers, rollers, dumpers, rough terrain forklifts, roto-telehandlers, MEWPs, solar hybrid generators and smart fuel tanks, we have a comprehensive range of machinery to meet our specific requirements. Additionally, we offer a wide selection of attachments and ancillaries to enhance the versatility and functionality of the machines we hire.

Our fleet consists of 5,000 machines all from the world’s leading OEMs and offers a range that suits all construction projects. We have a national reach with 10 depots strategically located across the country which are all well-equipped to serve you efficiently. Our team of nearly 300 highly trained employees is committed to providing exceptional service day after day. Our specialisation lies in the following equipment categories and ranges:

  • Excavators (1.5t – 21t)
  • Telehandlers (4m – 20m)
  • Rollers (Rammax – 19t)
  • Dumpers (1t – 9t - straight, swivel, cabbed, and dual view)
  • Rough terrain forklifts
  • Roto-telehandlers (18m – 32m)
  • MEWPs (12m – 28m all-electric & Hybrid)
  • Solar hybrid generators
  • Smart fuel tanks
  • A wide selection of attachments and ancillaries.

In the last 4 years we have invested over £250m in new equipment. Last year we committed to over 1,000 new telehandlers, 540 excavators, 290 dumpers, 130 rollers, 50 roto-telehandlers and 100 MEWPs for delivery before the end of the year with a total capex value of £72m.

Our dedication to maintaining the highest standards is evident through our various certifications, including ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, SSIP, FORS Gold, Supply Chain Sustainability School Gold, UVDB, Achilles Building Confidence, RISQS, and RoSPA Gold. These accreditations showcase our commitment to safety, sustainability, and consistent service.

To ensure seamless operations, we have a fleet of 50 delivery vehicles that are fully owned and maintained by us. This enables us to have complete control over the delivery and collection process, ensuring you receive your equipment on time. Our drivers use a tablet-based point of delivery system that captures photographs of the equipment during delivery and collection, minimising disputes, and damage costs.

Embracing the digital age, we have invested significantly in our Digital Platform over the last 3 years. This platform includes mobile apps, customer portals, and powerful telematics systems, providing a comprehensive and unique digital experience for our customers, helping them transform their businesses efficiently.

In case of any issues, our dedicated Customer Services team is devoted to resolving calls quickly, achieving a 42% success rate over the phone. Service calls are logged and acknowledged with estimated time of arrivals (ETAs) sent via text, ensuring you are kept informed of the progress. Our goal is to minimise downtime and assist you in planning your sites effectively.

For on-site maintenance needs, we have 56 of our own engineers and access to over 650 manufacturers' engineers. This ensures minimal downtime, with typical response times of 4 hours upon receiving a call-out. Dedicated out-of-hours support can also be arranged based on your exact requirements.

We are not short of ideas and we would be delighted to work with you to put you at the cutting edge of best practice. We believe in thinking differently. The way we challenge the status quo is by helping customers improve their productivity, reduce operating costs and reduce risks in their business. And because of this we provide the best value for money in today’s market.

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