GT Access strikes JCB double century
31 January 2024
Specialist hirer GT Access has bought 200 electric drive scissor lifts from JCB.
The Bromsgrove-based business has become the first to order the recently launched machines, including S19…
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Loads of Tufftruk efficiency
31 January 2024
Besides helping contractors to meet their green objectives, Tufftruk reports that its battery powered mini dumpers can increase operating efficiency on job sites.
The innovative co…
Sunbelt’s green progress
30 January 2024
Sunbelt Rentals’ parent Ashtead Group recently published its 2023 Sustainability Report highlighting the progress the business has made across all areas of environmental, social and gove…
Streamlined Husqvarna
29 January 2024
Husqvarna Construction has consolidated and streamlined its diamond tool offering for surfaces and with the introduction of one improved range under the Husqvarna brand.
Pierre And…
Hilti meets CO2 milestone
26 January 2024
The Hilti Group reports that at the end of 2023 it reached CO2 neutrality in its own operations as planned. The company says the achievement marks the first milestone its journey towards net z…
Trime powers up
25 January 2024
Cutting-edge sustainable technology will be at the heart of Trime UK’s stand display at the Executive Hire Show in Coventry next month, including a lithium battery/hybrid, lighting tower…
Prolectric set to shine
24 January 2024
Prolectric will officially launch its latest compact hybrid lighting tower at the Executive Hire Show next month.
The ProRXM Solar Hybrid is specifically designed for track-side ac…
Why JCB backs hydrogen
24 January 2024
Any discussion of sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels is likely to mention hydrogen. JCB believes that it should be placed much higher on the Net Zero agenda, particularly as an option fo…
Bobcat goes Rogue
23 January 2024
Bobcat has been developing an autonomous wheel loader that is designed to do away with the need for an operator.
To be unveiled at Intermat 2024 taking place in Paris this April, t…
Resolving to go green
22 January 2024
The adoption of sustainable equipment will continue to expand in 2024 as users seek alternatives to machines using fossil fuels, according to hire industry participants in a recent webinar org…
Groundhogs add up
19 January 2024
The blog frequently highlights the need for hirers and suppliers to provide guidance on choosing appropriate equipment that meets customers’ individual sustainability requirements. …
Green Eagles spotted
18 January 2024
Eagle Hire has changed the vehicles used by its management team and sales personnel from fossil fuel cars to Tesla Y electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a strategy to reduce the company’s…
JCB urges wide debate on NRMM fuels
17 January 2024
JCB is urging industry leaders and stakeholders to get behind the government’s call for evidence on how non-road mobile machinery (NRMM) might be powered in the future.
Evidence is…
Sustainable Sunbelt shows energy savings
17 January 2024
To tie in with the national Energy Savers Week that is currently under way, Sunbelt Rentals is promoting a number of energy saving practices that can reduce power usage, deliver cost savi…
United Rentals outlines green roadmap
16 January 2024
US hire giant United Rentals has produced a white paper outlining ways in which its customers can implement sustainable business practices that reduce equipment greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions…
Prolectric marks carbon savings milestone
15 January 2024
Prolectric has started the new year in celebratory mood by marking a significant milestone in savings it has delivered for customers using its renewable lighting and power equipment. …
Battery Bobcat helps historic project
12 January 2024
A Bobcat electric mini excavator is being used for work at a historic site of architectural significance in Naples.
Dating back to the sixteenth century, the Complesso Monumentale…
Training for Net Zero
12 January 2024
To meet the demand for specialist training in the developing renewable energy sector within the power generation industry, the Energy & Utility Skills organisation has established the Powe…
New Trime security range
11 January 2024
Trime UK is launching a range of security towers derived from its popular site lighting equipment.
The 12-strong range is designed for use on construction sites, commercial areas, highwa…
Stihl adds new battery brushcutters
10 January 2024
Stihl has launched a new range of battery brushcutters that are the most powerful yet in its AP System for professional users.
The FSA 200 and FSA 200 R offer a power output up to…
Going extra miles
10 January 2024
With a new year well and truly under way, it’s a good time to catch up with Peter Beach, MD of welfare unit manufacturer Genquip Groundhog for an update on his experiences of driving an…
Sunbelt adds forks
9 January 2024
Sunbelt Rentals UK and Ireland’s accommodation business unit has added fifteen Hyster H16XD6 Stage V compliant forklifts sourced from distributor, Briggs Equipment.
Designed…
Glendun wins Trime lighting order
8 January 2024
Glendun Plant, the Dungannon-based plant and machinery distributor, has received an order for a fleet of Trime X-ECO Hybrid Lithium lighting towers from FKL Plant, the specialist hire activity…
Light bulb moment
3 January 2024
Just before Christmas I read a fascinating report about some unintended consequences arising out of adopting eco-friendly LED lighting instead of power-hungry alternatives like fluorescent tub…
Altrad Belle motors towards net zero
3 January 2024
Altrad Belle has installed electric vehicle charging points at its production facility in Sheen, Derbyshire, as part of its ongoing commitment to the Altrad Group's sustainability initiatives,…
Happy New Year!
1 January 2024
Happy New Year to you! What might we expect in 2024? Here are five things to look out for.
1. Progress. In recent months I’ve been speaking with a number of hire companies which ar…