Top Tips When Hiring Industrial Equipment
We know there are lots of things to consider when hiring industrial equipment. Whether you’ve hired equipment before or it’s your first time, these tips from our team of experts can help you save money, avoid job delays and keep your business moving.
Tip 1 - Know your requirements
When hiring industrial equipment, it’s important to fully understand the scale of the job that the machine is going to work on. An accurate assessment of the task helps you get the most appropriate equipment. Thankfully, we offer free site surveys to ensure our customers get the best and most cost-effective solution. Speak to our experts today and hire equipment with total peace of mind.
Tip 2 – Work out how long you need to hire for
Working out the length of your hire period is important as this will allow you to allocate your financial and staff resources effectively. We offer the flexibility to extend of reduce your hire period without any penalty fees or charges. You can hire equipment from us for any length of time between one day and one year. Our first-class customer service and aftercare means we are always on hand to help when you need to make changes.
Tip 3 – Only hire from a trusted supplier
When hiring from us, you can be confident that you’re dealing with a trusted hire specialist. We offer first-class customer service, unbeatable aftercare, many years of experience, and a high-quality fleet of machines supplied by leading manufacturers.
Safety first is the foundation of our business. All our equipment is thoroughly maintained and inspected before it leaves our depots. We have all the relevant health and safety accreditations and certificates. You can hire from Briggs Equipment with peace of mind.
Tip 4 – Make sure your staff are trained to use the equipment you’re hiring
Whether you’re hiring warehouse equipment, forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts or cleaning machines, you need to make sure your staff are properly trained and qualified to operate them.
Briggs Equipment provide AITT and IPAF accredited training for all levels of operator, from beginner to experienced. We can train your staff at your work premises. Contact us to find out more about training through Briggs Equipment.
Tip 5 – Factor in delivery times
We’re commited to delivering your hire equipment as soon as possible. Our hire teams will work to ensure you get the machinery you need, when you need it. They will keep you informed at all times. If you require specialist or a significant number of units, it’s best to plan ahead. Factor in the longer delivery times when you are planning each stage of your job operations.
Short Term Hire Case Studies
Showcasing our short term hire variety at Hampton Court
We were delighted to supply a diverse equipment solution to Hampton Court Palace recently. The JCB machines and Hyster forklift were used in the set-up of infrastructure for the annual festival that takes place at the palace.
Briggs Equipment delivers new equipment to paper specialists
To help improve efficiency and productivity within their warehouse environment, paper manufacturing specialists, Brown Brothers Group have taken delivery a new forklift fleet from Briggs Equipment.
Fully customised fleet ticks every box for Pentagon Freight Group
Pentagon Freight Group has taken delivery of four new Hyster forklift trucks to help bolster operations at their Dartford warehouse hub. The new trucks are all fully customised to meet specific working requirements on site and have
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