CPA Bulletin

MHM will be showcasing their brand-new Solar/ Hybrid power generator, currently available with 6 and 10kVA power outputs. According to MHM this highly sustainable and cost saving piece of equipment will not only work towards helping end users to save fuel costs but will also be of benefit to the wider environment, as it drastically reduces harmful emissions. The MHM team will also be introducing to the hire industry a new range of fuel storage tanks, 950 to 3000 litres, along with load banks, distribution boards and a complete line of transformers. MHM’s national rehire service has been a vital component in many hire firms operations throughout 2018. The MHM rehire team will be on the stand to explain to any registered hire organisation how their unique function helps them to offer a comprehensive site lighting, generator and welder hire service, without having to endure costly capital outlay. Klauke UK will be showing new tools which eliminate hazards of trailing hoses and cumbersome two-person operation. Instead Klauke say that the powerful 18V Li-Ion driven battery-hydraulic tools can slice through up to 105mm diameter cables and produce 15 tons of compression for terminating cables up to 630mm 2 . A simple one-person operation which is monitored by integrated sensors, confirming full force on every cycle and allowing the ability to certify every installation. Steel strut cutting on construction sites has become even safer with the Greenlee hydraulic strut cutter. Mounted on a mobile trolley for easy site use, the Shear 30T eliminates hazards associated with traditional cutters (blades, rotating discs, sparks, noise). It has a controlled hydraulic shear producing burr free cuts quickly and accurately. The shearing action wipes galvanic coatings across the cut end to aid corrosion protection instantly. Powered by a compact battery driven hydraulic pump this offers the perfect site strut cutting solution. Castle Brooke Tools will be showing for the first time a number of new tools for use with electric hammers including range of self-sharpening points and chisels for use with electric hammers having a slotted hexagon shank tool retainers. A new flexible blade scraper for use with hammers taking SDS plus type shank as well as a range of stone dressing tools with Tungsten carbide inserts for use with SDS Max type hammers. New for the show, The Preparation Group will be showcasing its latest range of accessories incorporating new diamond technology, for removing, grinding and cleaning a wide range of materials. New diamond disc designs provide airflow for enhanced performance and are longer lasting. The new wool-based cleaning and maintenance pads are not only an eco-friendly process, but they are also good for the environment. Lighter and a universal fit, the new diamond discs and pads join thousands of other consumables and spares that are ready to deliver next day, or same day within two hours of its depot. MCS , the rental software specialists, will exhibit its award-winning hire software and mobile solutions at the show. Built on innovative technology, MCS-rm has additional functionality available for hirers from its integrated CRM solution to its range of mobile apps, which are perfectly tailored for divisional teams to work on the move. Following on the company’s Innovation Award win last year, MCS has expanded on the number of telematics partners that integrate with the MCS Telematics Hub in MCS-rm. On the stand, visitors will be able to see the latest updates to the Telematics Hub, which allows hire companies to get clear visibility of actual equipment locations and usage from machines in their rental fleet directly from MCS-rm. Makita will be showing a range of products including the new Makita Twin 18V Brushless LXT Rotary Hammer Drill, DHR281ZJ - which Makita say is lightweight but also rugged and powerful. It has the capacity to drive a 28mm hole into concrete; 32mm into wood and 13mm into steel. The drilling speed is controlled by the variable speed trigger which is comfortably positioned on the vibration absorbing side handle assembly, which cuts drilling vibration transmission to protect the operator. The BL motor will run the drill up to 980 rpm with 2.8 joules of impact energy and has three operating modes. A tool dust extraction attachment, DX09, will also be on display as well as Makita’s extensive range of compatible accessories for dust extraction drilling. Visitors will also see and experience the DHR400ZKU SDS-MAX Rotary Demolition Hammer that was awarded the Speedy Expo Star Product Award 2018, which is the first large Makita Hammer to feature the patented AVT system to offer the lowest vibration in class for the hire industry. C.Scope will be showing pipe and cable avoidance equipment at the show. Before and during any kind of ground penetrating works, Cable Avoidance Equipment should be used to protect against the risk of personal injury and damage to buried cables and pipes. The C.Scope DXL4 Cable Avoidance Tools and SGV4 Signal Generators come with a Three-Year Warranty. They do not require periodic recalibration. A fully Automatic Daily Self-Test (ADST) checks that the unit is in full working order at the start of each working day of use. The result of each ADST is recorded and stored within the data files and allows you to produce a Product Validation Certificate whenever you wish and at no cost. EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW 2019: 6 20 CPA Bulletin > February 2019 www.cpa.uk.net