Speedy invests £4.5m in working at height equipment 27 June 2011

Plant and equipment rental specialist Speedy has invested more than £4.5 million in products for plant engineers and technicians working at height.

The company has purchased £2 million worth of Sky Jack equipment, including two new product types. It has also has spent £1 million on expanding its range of Hybrid aerial lifts, and £1.5 million on BoSS alloy towers and podiums.

The Sky Jack equipment includes a 12ft vertical mast lift and 19ft electric scissor lift. That is now the tallest self propelled lift in Speedy's fleet, with a working height of up to 7.8m. The units will be stocked at locations throughout Speedy's national network.

Both units offer a compact working footprint and are easily manoeuvred, making them useful for internal and external sites. They can also be driven at full height and have a two person capacity, as well as a range of safety features, including overload sensing and a tilt alarm with drive and lift cut out.

"Working at height is one of the most dangerous parts of a contractor's job," states Andy Connor, supply chain director at Speedy. "Contractors need equipment that can not only ensure they get the job done safely, but which is also durable, reliable and allows them to work effectively in a variety of environments."

Speedy provides advice to its customers on how to work safely at height as well as offering training courses, including IPAF and PASMA accredited courses.

Brian Tinham

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