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HSC takes the floor

17 May 2021

HSC takes the floor

Given the considerable popularity of surface preparation equipment in hire and the steady post-lockdown re-opening of commercial premises that need to be kept in good condition, The Hire Supply Company’s (HSC) timing looks spot-on with its recent appointment as UK distributor for Von Arx machines.

“The Von Arx name has always had a great reputation in the hire industry. It’s like the Biro of floor planers,” HSC's sales director Dan Musson tells me. 

The flagship model is the FR200 which is stocked in 110V and Honda petrol engine versions, with a 240V unit also available to order. 

“The electric machines have a 1500W motor which allows them to be run through a smaller transformer,” says Dan. “Another plus point across the range is their low HAV ratings.” 

The FR200 is 200mm wide and is certainly a versatile performer. It is suitable for a wide range of tasks such as removing paint and adhesives, and for scarifying slippery surfaces to provide more grip. 

Indeed, it can be used on concrete in farmyards to provide a firm foothold for cattle. And as farmers have been eligible for grants to improve such facilities in recent years, this is another market with potential. 


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