HIRE AND RENTAL MARCH 2015 ISSUE 5

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EDITORIAL

and our judges are well versed in the process.

If you are thinking about entering please do so. As an association we need to recognise and reward excellence as we endeavour to raise the bar in operational excellence, public image and professionalism in our industry.

From the president

Niche markets:

With the imminent changes to work place health and safety and in particular working at heights we have seen a greater demand for niche machines up to three meters.

This has been driven in part by large construction companies. Ladders are very quickly becoming a thing of the past on their building and construction sites. There are certainly opportunities here for hire companies to provide rental solutions into this market this segment.

Along with access the growing New Zealand film industry continues to provide revenue streams for companies that specialize and expose themselves to this market.

Party and Event.

From all accounts, another good season for the majority of operators with the large annual events being rolled over. The smaller companies’ revenue can be dramatically influenced by the number of larger functions and weddings on offer during the season.

Greetings from the Kapiti Coast.

I trust you have all managed to get some time to relax with your families in what can only be described as one of our best summers in years.

It has been a busy start for the association in 2015 with Phil Tindle and I attending the ARA Convention and Global Rental Alliance meeting in New Orleans in the last week of February.

This is the second such event I have had the privilege of attending. The willingness of the member countries to share information, strategies and trends in order to increase rental awareness and professionalism on a global scale just gets better every year.

It never ceases to astound me though just how well New Zealand compares with the other alliance members on the international stage. As members of HIANZ this is something we can all be proud of. The networking aspect of the meeting is fantastic and we are looking forward to a visit form Paul Phelon (ARA Chairman of the Board) and his wife Inger in early May after the Australian Conference and Trade Show.

Congratulations to Trevor & Caroline Ridley -Kumeu Hire and the Ward family from Continental in Rangiora.

Both companies have relocated to brand new, purpose built facilities in their respective towns. Both operations were opened by the Rt Hon John Key - Prime Minister.

Furthermore, Michael Biddick – Managing Director (Access Solutions) has recently moved his South Island branch into a purpose built facility in Christchurch. This niche access company now operates in three regions. Auckland (head office), Wellington and Christchurch.

It is great to see growth in our industry and members who have the confidence and self-belief to undertake building expansion projects on this scale.

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Regional Networking FunctionsI look forward to catching up with as many members as possible at the next round of Regional’s. These will take place between 14-16 April in Auckland (zone 3) Palmerston North (zone 2) and Christchurch (zone 1).

We had very good attendance in Auckland and Christchurch last year.

Whilst Palmerston North did not get the numbers we had hoped for there was some good discussion. Zone 2 has a number of Event and Party Hire members so this would be an ideal time to get together and discuss the new marquee training programme and any local authority issues you may be experiencing.

Strategic Planning

Whilst the association has always worked to its mission statement. We have never had a strategic plan. It became very apparent at the first board meeting this year that in order to achieve growth and provide further membership benefits we need a road map and the strategic plan will achieve this. The board met twice in March to further continue work on this project. The end goal is to have the strategic plan completed by July and present it at conference.

Marquee Training.

The marque training programme is up and running. To date we have had just the one pilot training course which went very well. We need to maintain the momentum with this investment and the association can only respond to demand for training. I appreciate this is a very busy time of year for the party and event sector but would encourage you put some funds aside in your budget to take advantage of this training in the off season.

Now the training programme has been written the next step in the

certification process is to get a record of prior learning register underway.

Those member companies involved with party and events will soon be receiving a request for a RPL form from Phil Tindle. Can you please get these filled out and returned to him. We need your input in order to proceed with this project.

Conference 2015

The HIANZ annual conference and trade show is a once a year opportunity for business owners, CEO’S, senior managers and employees to get together in a non-competitive environment to discuss industry trends, legislative issues , talk with suppliers attend workshops and catch up with old friends. It you are a new comer to the industry or have not attended a conference before it is well worth setting a few days aside to attend.

We have taken on feedback from the membership and brought the two day conference forward to commence 15th July 2015. There will be an activity on the 14th for those who wish to travel early. We will release those details just as soon as they are finalised.

This year’s conference promises to be packed with informative and relevant workshops, entertaining key note speakers and of course a great trade show. First time conference attendees last year Tyler Bickers and Summer Boyd from Hirecorp in Keri Keri could not believe the knowledge gained through networking with other hire operators. The willingness of conference attendees to share their knowledge and experience with new comers to our industry is testament to the calibre of our membership.

This year’s theme: “Changing Landscapes”. What better city to host us than Christchurch. The board is confident that Christchurch will perform and deliver a great

Economic update from the regions:

conference. The business landscape is constantly changing. Work place safety reforms, working at height code of practice, marquee consenting, training requirements, NZQA, IT and social media to name just a few.

This year’s conference will give you the tools and takeaways to help you manage working in a business landscape of constant change.

Hire Excellence Awards

Industry Awards are a fantastic way of recognising people and companies who are constantly striving for excellence. The Hire Excellence Awards Programme no longer encourages participants to compete against one another for a single award, instead , it is now possible for all applicants to receive recognition as each participating company is now assessed against a set of criteria to

determine their level of operational excellence.

Judging includes onsite visits and a mystery shopper. Areas of focus are presentation of premises & staff, security, product and services, plant & equipment, marketing, customer service, adherence to industry best practices, H&SE, compliance and overall operational efficiencies.

Thanks to Richard Grainer – Tauranga Hire and Andy Youngman – Continental for putting your companies forward last year and again my congratulations to your teams for their awards in recognition of operational excellence.

In my travels around New Zealand visiting various hire operations there are a myriad of companies representing all sectors of our industry that should enter. The process is straight forward and easy to follow

Auckland/Northland: The greater Auckland region has been buoyant for the last twelve months and at this stage we see this continuing until 2018, it is being fuelled by infrastructure and general construction projects. A backlog of residential housing work is seeing high demand for rental equipment on top of normal high season work.

BOP/Central Regions: Pockets of activity here. BOP in particular looks to be set for a buoyant year ahead. Central and lower north island is being underpinned by large infrastructure projects such as the four lane express way that will run from just south of Paraparaumu to Levin.

Transmission Gulley expressway has finally been given the green light. These two projects alone will continue through until 2020.

South Island Marlborough is steady and looks to be lifting.

The rebuild is well underway in Christchurch with commercial construction now having a strong impact. South of Christchurch all the way to Invercargill is looking strong.

Wishing you all a most successful 2015!

Warm Regards, Tim Mikkelsen | PRESIDENT HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2015 PAGE 3

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LEGAL

If your customers go bust, can they claw back the money they paid you?

By Geoff Hardy, an Auckland-based commercial lawyer You may have heard of the law called “voidable transactions”. You may be aware that under that law, you can be made to hand back the money that your customer has paid you, any time in the last two years, if he goes bust. And you may be aware that our Supreme Court has recently issued a ruling that has radically changed the law. This article tells you what it’s all about.

When companies get into financial trouble, their owners obviously know about it long before anyone else does.

So knowing that the future is looking shaky and there might not be enough money to go around, they usually pay themselves and the creditors who they care about the most, in preference to anyone else. That means that the favoured creditors are laughing all the way to the bank, while the others are left sucking the lemon.

Almost five centuries ago the English Parliament decided that was wrong, so they introduced a law called voidable preferences. Basically it required the favoured creditors to hand the money back, so it could be shared equally amongst all the creditors, not just the lucky ones. We adopted a similar law in 1883 and it has been with us ever since, although it has proved so problematic, the Government keeps changing it.

The main problem with the original law was that before the money could be clawed back from a particular creditor, it was necessary to prove that the company had paid that creditor with the deliberate intention of allowing him to jump the queue.

In practice it was very hard to prove there was that intention, when both the company’s owners and the lucky creditor denied it strenuously.

So in 1993 when the current Companies Act was introduced here, our Parliament decided to get rid of the “intention” requirement. Instead, the law now said that if the company paid you money in the two years before it went into liquidation, and that amount was more than you would have got if you had simply waited for the liquidation to run its course, then you had to give the money back to the Liquidator to be shared amongst all the creditors. It didn’t matter whether your customer had intended that you jumped the queue; the mere fact that you had jumped the queue was sufficient.

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hopeless situation if every business that provides goods or services on credit (which is most businesses) had to wait for two years to find out if they got to keep their money or not. There has to be a balance between the rights of all creditors to share equally in the assets of the insolvent company, and the rights of individual creditors to do business with some certainty about their cash flow.

So from 1993 to 2006 the Government experimented with a number of different exceptions, and eventually settled on the current version which has been with us since 2007. Despite the fact that it has been in force for eight years, there has been continued debate about its meaning, and that debate has finally been settled by the release of the Supreme Court’s judgment on 18 February 2015.

You will only lose your money if the following criteria apply, so treat this as a checklist: 1. Your customer must have paid you at a time when it was unable to pay its due debts (whether you knew it was in trouble or not).

2. Your customer must have later gone into liquidation (either of its own choosing, or as a result of a court ruling).

3. That payment must have been made within the period of two years leading up to your customer’s liquidation (the precise period varies, but it’s roughly two years).

4. You must be better off as a result of that payment, than you would have been if instead you had claimed for your share of the funds available for creditors in the liquidation (you will almost always be better off).

As you can see, it’s not hard to satisfy those criteria. But even if you tick all of the above boxes, all is not lost. There is a defence you can raise, which (if it applies) can allow you to keep your money. To qualify for this defence, you must satisfy the following criteria: 1. You must have acted “in good faith”

(in other words, you were not being dishonest or underhand or anything like that).

2. You must have been entirely unaware of your customer’s predicament and you must have had no reasonable grounds for suspecting that it was in financial trouble (this will be a hard test to satisfy when there were rumours flying around, or you had to put the screws on the customer to extract your money).

3. You must have given something in return for the payment or made some commitment on the assumption that the payment was yours to keep.

It is that last criterion that the Supreme Court has clarified for us.

They said you don’t have to have given something extra to the customer at the time of receiving the payment.

It is sufficient if you gave something in the first place in return for the debt (the products or services you supplied, for example). So that basically makes the third criterion irrelevant in the majority of cases.

It is the second criterion that is more of a concern, particularly if the customer went on record as admitting that it couldn’t pay its debts – for example if it tried to strike a deal with its creditors, or asked you for additional time to trade out of its difficulties. In that case, you may have a problem on your hands. If you do ever receive a notice from a Liquidator demanding that you repay money that you have received from a customer, get some legal advice quickly. For a start, you only have 20 working days to get a response back, otherwise the money is automatically repayable.

Secondly, a lawyer who is experienced in these matters may be able to identify one or more flaws in the Liquidator’s claim.

And thirdly, even if there are no flaws, you should be able to avoid repaying every payment you received during the two year period. Instead, you can add up the total value you provided to the customer and the total payments the customer made in return, and you only have to repay the amount by which the customer reduced its debt to you over the relevant period.

Geoff Hardy has 39 years’ experience and is the senior lawyer in the Auckland firm “Madison Hardy”.

His firm provides the free legal helpline service available to HIANZ members.

Geoff’s phone number is (09) 379 0700 and e-mail geoff@madisonhardy.com.

This article is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice.

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LEGAL

Amendments to the employments relations act

The Employment Relations Amendment Act 2014 came into effect on 6 March 2015, having been passed into law on 6 November 2014.

The Amendment Act makes various amendments to the Employment Relations Act. Some of the changes relate to employee requests for flexible working arrangements and to the provision of rest and meal breaks.

Danny Jacobson and Trudy Marshall are Partners at Employment & Environment Law, Barristers and Solicitors, Tauranga.

They operate our Employment Helpline for HIANZ members : phone 07 928 0529.

(The above is by its nature general, and is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice).

Flexible working arrangements

• The provisions are strengthened in favour of employees; • An employer must respond to a request from an employee for flexible working arrangements within one month instead of three; • An employee can make a request at any time for any reason instead of only if he or she has the care of any person and has been in the employment for the immediate preceding six months; • There is no longer a requirement that a request be in writing and contain certain information or a limitation on frequency of requests; • However, an employer can still refuse a request, but must specify the grounds and reasons in writing. An employee can only apply to the Employment Relations Authority if the employer has not complied with its obligations and mediation has not resolved the matter.

Rest and meal breaks

• The rest and meal break provisions have been made more flexible for employers and are not now so prescriptive.

• Employers must provide rest and meal breaks which provide the employee with a reasonable opportunity, during the work period, for rest, refreshment, and attention to personal matters.

• However, the changes also recognise the need for some business continuity and flexibility.

• Employers who are unable to comply with the new provisions are exempt from doing so if the employer and employee agree reasonable compensatory measures, or if having regard to the nature of the work performed, the employer cannot reasonably provide the breaks (as long as compensatory measures are still provided by the employer).

Changes are also made to other areas of the Employment Relations Act, including to provisions relating to collective bargaining, strikes/lockouts, and transfer of certain categories of employees to new employers following business restructurings.

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GLOBAL RENTAL ALLIANCE

Global Rental Alliance countries represent $US75.4 billion combined rental revenue March 9, 2015 (Moline, Ill.) – The 13th annual meeting of the Global Rental Alliance (GRA) was held recently at The Rental Show 2015 in New Orleans, La. All GRA member associations were present, including: Brazilian Rental Association, (ALEC); Canadian Rental Association (CRA); European Rental Association (ERA), Belgium; Hire Association Europe (HAE), U.K.; Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd. (HRIA), Australia; Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (HIANZ); and American Rental Association (ARA). Representatives included the association executives and volunteer leaders.

Agenda items discussed during the full day meeting focused on advancing the business success of members of the individual associations and promoting the image of the equipment rental industry throughout the world.

Current member priorities and member initiatives within the associations were shared, as were trends and industry developments.

Topics addressed included technological trends in the industry and status of implementation in the associations, best practices in safety, regulatory issues, and the GRA International Rental Business Leadership Program administered by the ARA Foundation.

A focus of discussion on membership trends and growth included the recruitment and involvement of young professionals within the associations, or the next generation of rental owners, with each association describing their focus on this segment of membership.

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billion. This figure represents a 3.2% increase over 2012 rental revenues, as calculated by IHS Economics, one of the world’s most respected economic forecasting firms.

Discussion was held among the associations on the economic forecast for their countries through 2015 and the level of rental penetration as they determine for their respective country.

All associations are committed to increasing rental penetration on behalf of their membership through their respective program work.

The American Rental Association and the Canadian Rental Association provided the attendees with a preview of their respective associations. With a group objective to continuously learn about the industry worldwide, a guest presentation was received from the Japan Construction Rental Association, generating discussion and greater understanding of the diversity of our associations.

Conference dates and schedules were reviewed and are available on the GRA website, www.

GlobalRentalAlliance.com. A midyear webinar meeting will be held in August 2015. The next Annual Meeting will be held at The Rental Show 2016 scheduled for February 21-24, in Atlanta, Ga. The purpose of the Global Rental Alliance is to increase the profile of equipment rental worldwide and to build global understanding of the industry.It is a partnership of rental associations from around the world that meet semi-annually and share information on program initiatives throughout the year.

The unity of this group has brought

about an increased awareness of overall priorities internationally, adding to the strategic outlook and resources of each rental member association.

Pictured (L-R): (Seated) Chris Wehrman, Chief Executive Officer, American Rental Association; James Oxenham, Operations Director, Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd. Australia (HRIA); Allan Siscic, Marketing, Brazilian Rental Association (ALEC); Dave Mintenko, President, Canadian Rental Association (CRA); Michel Petitjean, Secretary General, European Rental Association (ERA); Graham Arundell, Managing Director, Hire Association Europe (HAE); Phil Tindle, General Manager, Hire Industry Association of

New Zealand (HIANZ). (Standing) Paul Phelon, Chairman of the Board, American Rental Association (ARA); Terry Turner, President, American Rental Association (ARA); Peter Lancken, Representative, Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd. Australia (HRIA); Fernando Forjaz, President, Brazilian Rental Association (ALEC); Tim Ranson, Vice President, Canadian Rental Association (CRA); Adrian Watts, Chairman, Hire Association Europe (HAE); Tim Mikkelsen, President, Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (HIANZ).

About the Global Rental Alliance

The Global Rental Alliance consists of seven independent equipment rental/hire trade associations that have joined together to increase the understanding and concept of equipment rental worldwide.

They are: The Brazilian Rental Association (ALEC); Canadian Rental Association (CRA); European Rental Association (ERA); Hire Association Europe, U.K. (HAE); Hire and Rental Industry Association Ltd., Australia (HRIA); Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (HIANZ); and American Rental Association (ARA).

Each organization has as its members, businesses that rent equipment to the general public and suppliers or manufacturers that provide equipment or services to rental businesses.

While rental inventories differ somewhat within each country, they essentially include equipment rented to the construction, homeowner, and special event/party industries.

For more information about the Global Rental Alliance or the International Rental Business Leadership program reference the Alliance website at www.

GlobalRentalAlliance.com or contact Phil Tindle at the Hire Industry Association of New Zealand.

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2015 CONFERENCE

Changing landscapes

Conference 2015 will take place in Christchurch on the 15th & 16th July.

An annual event for the hire industry that spans back over three decades, and continues to be a fantastic place for delegates to gather and enjoy the many benefits and opportunities consistent with Industry Conferences.

The 2015 event promises to deliver, with this year’s theme of “Changing Landscapes”, there will be a strong focus on providing delegates with useful tools and information that will assist with the relentless changes across personal and business landscapes. Quality guest speakers and industry related workshops will all provide valuable insights and tips to benefit attendee’s in their respective businesses.

And how about networking opportunities? By far, one of the most significant benefits!

When you attend an industry conference, you get the opportunity to network with your industry peers, initiate discussions, ask questions, compare key areas of your business with others, learn of business trends, industry issues, great ideas and the list goes on.

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use this time to promote their products and services to hire companies, and hire companies use this time to check out new equipment options, new product lines, enhancements to existing products, and services on offer that will compliment or grow their business.

This annual event has always been well supported by Hire Companies and Industry Suppliers, a congenial environment where members can openly communicate between each other and to the association.

Open dialogue is encouraged to ensure the Hire Industry Association supports and protect the interests of all members. The levels of participation and enthusiasm certainly make the conference a very enjoyable and worthwhile event.

An optional “Yard & City Tour” will be held Tuesday 14th July, this preconference event has been designed for visitors to Christchurch and will include visits to a number of General Hire and Party Hire Companies and a narrated tour through the City Centre.

Tour duration 5 hours, and includes a light dinner to conclude.

Wednesday’s Welcome Function is hosted by Gold Sponsors’ SkyJack Pty who will whisk delegates away to the Rossendale Winery for an evening of

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Quality guest speakers and industry related workshops will all provide valuable insights and tips to benefit attendee’s in their respective businesses.

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wining, dining and entertainment & networking.

The traditional HIANZ Annual Dinner will be held Thursday 16th July and will play host to the 2015 ‘Hire Excellence’ Industry Awards. A fantastic opportunity to showcase companies who strive for excellence within their business, and in turn raise the profile of hire in their communities. The evening is hosted by Principal Sponsors, Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd. Conference would not be the success it is, without the generous support of all sponsors. Thank you.

This event is well planned to give members maximum value for money, while at the same time having lots of fun and enjoying the company of friends and fellow industry. Don’t miss it … register today at www.hianz.net. nz/conference15

On the fence?

Here’s what some attendees had to say about last year’s Conference...

“I have been attending the HIANZ conference and trade show for thirty years and I believe I learn something new every year. Furthermore the contacts made are invaluable. I am sure that the event is of particular value to owner operated businesses.”

“We are in a small town and can

sometimes be a bit isolated. Getting out and meeting other people and hearing how they do things is very valuable.”

“As we were new to the conference I was unsure what to expect. The benefit to attending was definitely the opportunity to strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and meet with possible new suppliers. In addition the opportunity to mix with other hire company owners was a great opportunity at the conference.”

“As a supplier it is all about visibility and ensuring the members are aware of the product offering that they have access to throughout the year.

“A great opportunity to chew the fat with other operators in our industry.

Invaluable!”

Go on … Book your seat at Conference 2015 today! www.hianz.net.nz/conference15

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The HIANZ membership continues to experience growth and the Association strives to support all key segments of the industry.

If you are interested in joining the Hire Industry Association of New Zealand, please refer to the website – www.hianz.net.nz or contact General Manager, Phil Tindle on 07–8738957.

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INTERNATIONAL

Silver Card Training Old vs. New

OLD ID Card

Safehire lifts standards for UK hirers Working with members and also with the assistance of the British Standards Institution (BSI), HSE and CITB, SafeHire has been developed for the hirer, with triple aims of developing higher standards of safety, helping members to win more business; and to maintain existing customers at a time of intense competition and price sensitivity.

The Hire and Rental Industry Business Management and Service Quality Specification are a key part of equipping the sector for an everchanging business environment.

SafeHire provides an all-embracing package to help HAE members navigate complex times; with ever changing national and European legislation and customer expectations around customer service.

“Basically, SafeHire helps you to prove competence in the safety, health, environmental and quality aspects of your daily business practices and outlook,” explains Gill Bridger, Hire Association Operations Manager, who was responsible for the launch of SafeHire in 2010.

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supports workforce development to ensure they are up to the task in the realm of customer service, both to support current and future needs.

Gill added; “This skills element has proved invaluable for many members taking the SafeHire route - it’s a form of future-proofing to make sure you are investing in the right people, with the right skills, to help your business grow and thrive. Who knows what challenges lie ahead? So flexibility, high standards of customer service and core safety requirements are absolutely key to success.”

Naturally, it is important to see a link between SafeHire and revenue generation and it is that focus on standards which is best able to reinforce measures to keep existing customers happy and the prospect of growing new business.

Also, there is likely to be a growing expectation that hirers will have SafeHire in order to do business with key clients.

Brent Mitchell, then Director of Operations Support at Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions made the point that;

“Our goal has been to achieve Zero Harm across all our businesses..

Working with SafeHire Certified companies as preferred suppliers will help us to achieve that goal.”

There are other direct benefits too. SafeHire participants receive free membership to HireTrain, the dedicated training group aiming to develop, support and provide quality training for all hire staff.

Formed in January 2007 by hire industry professionals who recognized the need for business improvement through staff training, HireTrain is run by its members, for its members.

HireTrain is supported by the Hire Association and CITB. HIANZ President Tim Mikkelsen says whilst there are no plans to introduce SafeHire into New Zealand at this stage, he sees a real benefit in terms of setting a recognized standard that hire companies must achieve in order to be a member of HIANZ. He would welcome any interest and feedback from members of the association.

The purpose of this article is to clarify the differences between the old Silver Card training programme and the new programme.

All persons who operate an EWP in a place of work, or provide instructions to persons hiring EWP’s should be formally trained. The HIANZ Operator Training Programme (known as Silvercard) is designed for your staff and customers.

The Old Silver Card training programme 1999 – 30 Dec 2014

The Silver Card Training Programme was originally designed as Duty of Care training. The training covered all aspects of operating a EWP safely but the program was not fully moderated.

The content was designed specifically for operators and also assisted companies and employee’s to fulfil their obligations and the requirements under the HS&E Act.

The New Silver Card training programme 31 Dec 2014 – Current

The introduction of the Silver Card Training programme came about for several reasons, including but not limited to: • The need to provide more content around rescue plans & risk management • A move from Duty of Care style delivery to Competency-Based training

NEW ID Card • New training material, resources and branding • To align with a nationally recognised training framework.

• Including expiry dates, and requires the card holder to undergo refresher training as per Best Practice guidelines for MEWP • Access to check a cardholder online

Frequently Asked Questions Q. Must I now have the new Silver Card to be able to continue to operate a EWP? A. No! The old Silver Cards are accepted by Worksafe as proof of competency. Old cards have an expiry date, and will disappear completely over time. Both old and new cards met the responsibilities placed upon owners, employers and operators under the past and present HS&E Act. Q. What was the reason for changing the program if the old Silver Card training met requirements of the HS&E Act? A. Industry were moving to competency based training with pathways to Nationally recognised Qualification, more content, refresher training and a programme that could react quickly to changes in industry.

Q. Can I change my old Silver Card to the new one?

A. Unfortunately there is no provision for holders of an old Silver Card to upgrade to the new Silver Card without retraining. Put simply, the old Silver Card structure does not directly map to the new program.

However, there are allowances in the new training programme for experienced operators in the retraining process.

Q. What happens if I come onto a site and I’m told that I must have the new Silver Card?

A. This requirement will be sitespecific and is not driven by Worksafe, the HIANZ, or the Elevating Work Platform Association of NZ. Site specific requirements should however be complied with. HIANZ recommends that any operators who feel their skills are dated, should undergo retraining regardless.

Q. Where can we find a EWP trainer?

A. Course info and a link to approved trainers can be found www.hianz.net.nz/EWP The Hire Industry Association of New Zealand believes that, both the old and the new training programs are acceptable under the HS&E Act. For any further information please contact the Hire Industry Association on 07 8738957 or email training@ hianz.net.nz

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

Electrical Testing Courses

In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment (AS/NZS3760:2010) “Portable Appliance Testing is commonly known as PAT Testing” OVERVIEW OF THIS COURSE This course has been developed to give companies who need to meet the regulatory requirements for equipment tested and tagged to AS/NZS 3760:2010 greater flexibility and control over downtime, costs and risks around portable appliance safety.

PAT testing can be performed by a competent person who has been trained to undertake this work, with the skills and knowledge required to ensure it is done correctly and safely.

Having your own staff trained and competent to do is work efficiently, makes smart business sense. Our course goes beyond the minimum requirements. The course covers the important aspects of workplace safety, appropriate regulations, electrical principles, testing process and techniques, management of test data and potential customer issues.

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Health and Safety, and You The majority of NZ business owners are aware of their Health and Safety responsibilities, but don’t have a system in place that complies with the legislation. Why? Because it’s all too hard! Unless you have time to search through the legislation and guidelines, you will have put the job of creating a system for your business in the ‘too hard’ basket and hope nothing happens in the meantime.

According to OSHbox – NZ Health and Safety Consultants, if you fall into this category getting started is easier than you think.

Angie Williams from OSHbox says “Safety can be simple, your system doesn’t need to be time consuming and it also doesn’t need to cost a fortune. The most important thing is that it works for you and that it assists in keeping you, your customers and everyone you work with and around safe”.

By now you will have heard that Health and Safety in NZ is getting the biggest shake up it has had in 20 years.

The penalties for not complying are increasing and liability now falls with not only the company, but now every level of the business. These changes will also make Hire Centres responsible

for ensuring that the equipment hired out is fit for purpose, well maintained, and that the operator is aware of the Safe Operating Procedures – meaning you are no longer just responsible for yourselves, you are responsible for anyone that could be injured due to a hazard you could have controlled.

So what can you start looking at?

OSHbox suggests starting your system by looking at what they call the ‘High Five’ – five areas you can start working on now to create your safety system.

1. C heck you have policies and procedures up to date and documented. This not only includes your workplace policies and procedures (ie Drug and Alcohol Policies, Accident and Hazard Reporting Procedures), but also Safe Operating Procedures for the equipment you hire out.

2. C heck that you are documenting down the hazards that you have noticed in your work and then ensure those hazards are either Eliminated, Isolated or Minimised and record those controls you have put in place. Remember this could include the work you do, the machinery you use or the environments you work in.

3. E nsure you are documenting and reporting any work related Accidents, Incidents or Near Misses that occur, investigating them and putting preventative measures in place where possible – and that you have a process for reporting ‘serious harm’ injuries to WorkSafe NZ within 7 days.

4. L ook at how you document the training and induction that you do with your Employees to make sure they know how to work safely and look at how you induct any contractors as well.

5. W rite up emergency procedures for all situations you work in.

“These five areas are the basis of a simple and easy to manage safety system” says Angie. “Of course some businesses will require more or less than this, but if you are looking at writing a system yourself, these are great areas of your business to start looking at first”.

Putting time and resources into your Health and Safety system is not only complying with legislation, it is the right thing to do – and if you can’t do it alone, ask a specialist consultant to help or check out the WorkSafe website http://www.business.govt.nz/ worksafe/

The course is typically six hours in duration and is broken into segments catering for different skill levels. A comprehensive workbook provides course participants with a reference book for both during and after the course.

Those attending should be technically minded and able to demonstrate some mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn and undertake this work for their

AS/NZS3760:2010 COURSE OUTLINES • About AS/NZS3760:2010 • Regulatory requirements • Basic electrical safety • Basic electrical principles

employer or company.

A wide range of equipment commonly available for hire is reviewed and the testing requirements demonstrated with direct participant involvement.

Assessment The tutor, assesses the participants competence throughout the day, coupled with practical involvement and a written test questionnaire.

• Class 1 & 2 appliances

BENEFITS

• Testing methodology

You gain employees that are confident and competent to undertake this work for your

• Practical testing work

business. They will have a sense of being valued and skilled; better able to make

• Understanding test results

decisions on the safety of equipment, service or repair options.

• Tagging requirements

The course also covers understanding and using your current PAT equipment or advice

• Managing test data • Putting processes in place

on choosing a suitable PAT tester by evaluating and establishing the requirements of the business.

Contact us or book on line Phone: 07 873 8957 Fax: 07 873 8762 Mobile: 021 967 604 Email: phil.tindle@hianz.net.nz PAGE 16 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2015

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HEALTH AND SAFETY

The absolutely essential health and safety toolkit

Everyone knows construction can be dangerous work. People are hurt and injured every week on building sites.

In 2014 alone five people were killed while working in construction – and each death was a tragedy for friends, family and co-workers. The ugly truth is that fatalities in the sector are double the average for other industries.

It’s WorkSafe New Zealand’s job to help businesses and workers to turn that around and ensure everyone comes home safe and well at the end of the working day. But WorkSafe will never be able to reduce the toll of workplace deaths and injuries by itself. Health and safety at work is everyone’s responsibility. WorkSafe can’t be in every workshop or on every building site – it is up to those that create workplace risks to manage those risks.

To help people working in construction do just that, WorkSafe has created The Absolutely Essential Health and Safety Toolkit for Small Construction Sites. It’s a starter-course in the basics of good health and safety practice that you can slip into your back-pocket.

The toolkit is broken down into a number of sections including working at height, hazardous substances, personal protection and how to handle emergency situations. But it starts with the basics – General Management.

At its heart, a lot of good health and safety practice boils down to sound planning. When you are managing a building project, ask yourself these fundamental questions: • Are you giving enough time to planning, organising and controlling your work?

• Are you checking what actually happens and stopping dangerous practices?

• Do you have someone to turn to for health and safety advice?

• Do you take pride in your standards?

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• Do you think about health risks as well as safety risks (it may help to think of them as ‘slow-acting accidents’)?

These five simple questions are a great place to start if you want to check whether your business is taking health and safety seriously enough.

Don’t just ask them once – ask them again and again.

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The ugly truth is that fatalities in the sector are double the average for other industries.

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If you are an employer you have a duty/responsibility to look after those people working for you.

• Make sure they are trained, competent and fit to do the job safely • Provide proper supervision and clear instructions • Ensure they have the right tools, equipment, plant and protective gear • Involve employees in any discussions about health and safety • rovide access to washing and toilet facilities Of course it is not just employees that need to be protected. The health and

safety of anyone who is on site must be considered. If you are a principal who contracts, or a contractor who sub-contracts work to others do you: • Check the health and safety performance of the people you plan to use?

• Give them the health and safety information they need for the work?

• Hold regular discussions about how the work is going, including safety problems and concerns?

• Make sure that you have provided everything you agreed (eg safe scaffolds, the right plant, access to toilets etc)?

• Check their performance and fix any problems?

There are other simple steps businesses can take as part of basic health and safety management taking worker fatigue and workloads into account, for example.

Make sure you allow adequate rest and meal breaks. If your project requires longer than usual working days consider staggering starting and finishing hours.

Monitor and place limits around overtime worked, consecutive nightshifts and on-call duties.

It’s all about good planning. These sorts of measures are not difficult or costly, but they can make a real difference to the health, safety and wellbeing of workers, contractors and subbies.

Of course, even with the best will in the world things can still go wrong.

If they do and it is an emergency dial 111 but also notify WorkSafe New Zealand as soon as possible about any serious incidents, unsafe situations or work-related illnesses. You can call 0800 030 040, night or day, or submit a notification form online at worksafe.govt.nz. And remember, if there has been an incident you must not interfere with the scene until authorised by a health and safety inspector – unless you’re acting to protect people or property.

There’s a lot more practical advice in the Absolutely Essential Health and Safety Toolkit for Small Construction Sites, which is available on the WorkSafe NZ website. It does not cover legal requirements and is a guide only.

There is also plenty more information at business.govt.nz/worksafe/ construction.

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MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS

ACCESS SOLUTIONS

Access Solutions opens new facility in Christchurch

Continental celebrates two major achievements The opening of a new purpose built building by Rangiora based event catering and hire equipment company, Continental marks the culmination of two milestones.

For fifty years Continental have taken care of thousands of private and public events by supplying marquees and hire equipment, food and service to hundreds of thousands of people around the South Island.

Now, with the opening of a new building recently by the Prime Minister, John Key the company has taken a significant step forward in its future development. The complex, situated at Southbrook, just south of Rangiora township sees all aspects of Continental’s business, in particular the hires and marquees division teams located in the one place for the first time in the company’s history.

Managing Director Greg Ward said the move, which for many years has been on the ‘wish list’ will make the business more efficient, and provide even better service to their customers.

“We also have great confidence in the future of Canterbury hence our continued investment and renewed commitment to the region.”

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Ward purchased the fledgling business in 1965.

“We were really keen but very green,” recalled Founder/Director Joan Ward.

“Sadly the European baker we bought the business from, Joe Wolfkamp died shortly after the purchase so our intention for him to stay with us as a mentor didn’t happen. That meant that we were really thrown into the deep end.”

Greg Ward, who became Managing Director of Continental in 2002, said the new building was as much a tribute to his parents’ sheer determination, hard work and adaptability as it was about an exciting new chapter in the business’ history.

“The hospitality industry is one in which there are regular changes in style and product offering. Our products and services are highly visible, and more often than not we’re involved in either a high-profile event or a family gathering.

The new premises at Southbrook include a large marquee washing and in-door air-drying area, equipment washing stations, linen laundry and a dedicated equipment and party products hire and retail showroom.

Also included is a production kitchen for off-site catering preparation, a staff and locker room, the head office administration area and meeting rooms. There is also a new daytime eating option for diners – Kingsford Kitchen, which aims to showcase the food Continental presents on their event catering menus.

Continental’s Bakery, the original core of the business and a Rangiora institution since the 1960s, continues to operate with food coming from the new Southbrook kitchen. The former production kitchen behind the Bakery has been remodelled into a 100% gluten free production area for the production of a new Continental business, ALFF’s (Allergy Free Foods) BREADS. The company has steadily rebuilt and increased its venue management portfolio since the earthquakes including taking the lease of Newbery Lodge in Opawa. Continental has also been awarded the exclusive catering management of Christchurch Gondola as well as the Christchurch Tram’s Restaurant. Most significantly it has recently been given the catering lease at Mona Vale who will once again open its doors next year following extensive repairs.

Led by respected hire industry leaders, Michael Biddick & Neil Radley, Access Solutions is New Zealand’s leading specialist, access machinery, aluminum scaffold & forklift sales, service and hire company.

Access Solutions has recently expanded their South Island operation with the opening of a brand new purpose built facility in Christchurch The new location at 28 Nga Mahi Road, off Blenheim Road and right next door to Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd is seen as yet another confidence booster for the Canterbury region who are now in full recovery mode following the earthquakes.

The new site is seen by Access Solutions as a very strategic location in which to serve it’s the fast growing customer base. The location, which is open from 7am to 5pm daily and to midday on Saturdays has drivein access that is ideal for customers wanting to pick up equipment.

Alternatively its convenience to the CBD means that delivering equipment

and providing innovative technical support has been brought even closer to it’s many clients.

For the Access Solutions Christchurch team, who have been working out of smaller premises until such time as the opportunity arrived to construct their own purpose built branch, the wait has been worth it.

The new premises come complete with training and meeting rooms, a fully operational wash bay and a state of the art office and administrative area.

Along with the equipment rental side, Access Solutions also has an aluminum manufacturing side to the company that supplies its own scaffolding products via the Oldfields Scaffold brand.

In future Christchurch customers will be able to view these products courtesy of a dedicated showroom within the new complex.

In addition to its wide range of modern equipment Access Solutions places a high priority on safety and

goes out of its way to ensure that its investment into NZ products as well as systems and processes used to promote injury prevention are upmost in the minds of its staff and customers.

“We pride ourselves on this aspect of our business,” says Neil Radley.

“A high level of level of knowledge amongst our people is essential due to an obligation on Access Solutions to transfer critical operating information to the hirer.”

Established in Auckland at the the turn of the century Access Solutions are now the foremost specialists for a wide range of equipment that includes cherry pickers, scissor boom lifts, telehandlers, forklifts, scaffolding & swinging stages.

Over the past 15 years Access Solutions has evolved through a combination of acquisitions, geographical expansion and organic investment. The company now has branches in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

www.accesssolutions.co.nz

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NEW APPOINTMENT

HYBRID BOOM

New Senior Appointment to Fuel Growth at HTC

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There are some exciting times ahead for the business and I look forward to helping Robb and the team achieve their goals.

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Auckland, 2 February, 2015: Specialised tooling leader, HTC Ltd has made a key senior appointment as it continues to strengthen its position as New Zealand’s premier specialised tools and equipment solutions provider.

Mark Powell is the new Chief Executive at HTC Ltd Specialised PAGE 24 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL JULY 2015

Tools and Equipment.

Previously he spent more than 20 years in the equipment hire industry, the last 10with Hirepool, the country’s largest rental equipment solutions provider, starting out as Business Relationship Manager in Taranaki, moving on to CEO of the business with more than 50 branches nationwide.

Established more than 30 years ago HTC Ltd - Specialised Tools and Equipment is the market leader in sales, service, hire and calibration of high-force hydraulic tools.

The company services clients across the country from its head office at East Tamaki with a sales centre and workshop in Christchurch.

Powell says he is looking forward to joining a business ‘with a culture based on delivering service excellence and a clearly articulated vision of providing real value to their customers.’

“HTC has a great reputation as a provider of a range of specialist tool solutions to the engineering, road and rail and local infrastructure projects.

“There are some exciting times ahead for the business and I look forward to helping Robb and the team achieve their goals.”

HTC Managing Director, Robb Huskinson says Powell brings “years of retail and commercial hire equipment experience and success. He also has first-hand knowledge of the industries we serve and has the knowledge and ability to identify and develop new business partnerships.”

“We have recently acquired a new business and will continue to be on the lookout for further growth. With his vast knowledge of the rental equipment business I am confident Mark will play a key leadership role in the growth of our organisation.”

First true four wheel electric drive hybrid boom JLG Industries launches in the Australasian region at HIRE 15 in Adelaide the world’s first true four wheel electric drive hybrid boom, the H340AJ. Combing diesel- and electricpowered system, the H340AJ provides the power and durability of a diesel-powered machine with the flexibility to work indoors or out.

Electric power is stored in eight 12V 100AH AGM batteries, each requiring less recharging time than lead acid batteries. It relies on an environmentally friendly, Tier 4 dieselpowered generator for recharging.

The JLG H340AJ has four independent electric brushless AC-drive motors that provide unprecedented rough terrain performance. This four-wheel drive hybrid boom can operate in harsh environments, including muddy and rugged terrain.

The variable-speed motors operate smoothly and quietly, and feature proportional control. When the operator adjusts the controls in the platform, the hybrid boom makes a smooth, gradual transition from start to maximum travel speed (5km/h)and anything in between.

Direct AC drive reduces the number

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Combing dieseland electricpowered system, the H340AJ provides the power and durability of a diesel-powered machine with the flexibility to work indoors or out.

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of hydraulic hoses and fittings, and thus the potential for leaks. Batteryonly operation allows the H340AJ to be used indoors or outdoors and in any other emissions-free areas.

The H340AJ from JLG gives customers the power, durability and versatility they need in a cost effective and environmentally friendly alternative to all-diesel units.

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WORLDS TALLEST

Tall order from JLG customers inspire world’s tallest self-propelled boom lift World’s tallest self-propelled boom lift arrives down under and is set to take aerial work platform versatility and performance to new heights.

Widely praised and eagerly sought after in North America and Europe since its industry debut at CONEXPOCON/AGG 2014 in Las Vegas in March, the JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom wears the crown of world’s tallest self-propelled telescopic boom lift.

Engineered to deliver an unmatched working height of 58m and an unequalled work envelope of over 84,950m³, (or nearly 85,000) this latest innovation in JLG’s line of Ultra Boomlifts reaches more applications at unprecedented heights and moves aerial work applications into areas previously reserved for truck-mounted booms.

The result of JLG’s response to customer feedback, which identified the need for a taller boom that could work on a wider variety of jobs in a broad array of conditions, JLG’s 1850SJ Ultra Boom combines valuable extra reach with easy transport and maintenance to deliver the ultimate in ready access.

“Since the 1850SJ Ultra Boom’s launch in early 2014, users have recognised the flexibility this machine gives them for solving access challenges and how well it rounds out the JLG boom lift offering,” explained JLG Australia & New Zealand Product Manager, Arron Cooper.

“While the 1850SJ provides 10.6m of additional vertical reach and substantially more work envelope than the 1500SJ Ultra Boom, which has 45.7m of vertical lift, it doesn’t replace it; together, our 1850SJ, 1500SJ and 1350SJP booms give users the flexibility to choose exactly the right boom lift to meet the needs of specific applications.”

This lift features a five-section telescopic boom that extends to full height in less than five minutes and swings 360 degrees, plus a jib that achieves lengths between 3.96m and 6.1m with an articulation range of 120 degrees. The JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom achieves a total horizontal reach of 24.38m.

Additionally, the telescopic jib can extend and retract to deliver an up-and-over capability and telescope into structures with remarkable precision and agility, making it invaluable in a variety of applications where workers need to be repositioned at height - without the need to reposition the machine.

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REACHING OUT | 1850SJ

Telescopic Boom Lift

GO WHERE NO BOOM HAS GONE BEFORE

WITH CONFIDENCE AT 185 FT reduce the number of times they must reposition the machine while working on a task at the high end of the reach,” Arron Cooper said. “The other big advantage is the horizontal reach the boom provides; it’s unmatched in the industry and it allows operators to work around obstacles more easily.”

However, when it does come to moving the JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom, JLG’s design has made that easy also. Powered by a 99.8 hp turbo diesel engine, the 1850SJ offers three selectable steering modes including four-wheel steer, and standard four-wheel drive, for easy on site manouevrability.

And when it’s time to hit the road, transportation is far easier, less time consuming and less costly with the JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom. Ready for transport in a couple of minutes thanks to retractable axles, the 1850SJ’s compact design allows it to

be transported on a quad axle float without the need for an overweight permit or complex oversize load logistics.

“The 1850SJ Ultra Boom ticks all the boxes for performance, efficiency and versatility and will be invaluable for high level aerial work on a diverse range of projects and tasks in civil and commercial construction, ports and container facilities, building maintenance, refineries and churches,” Arron Cooper concluded.

“Designed specifically to meet the needs of customers for work at height, we expect it will meet with the same success here as it has in markets overseas.”

To learn more about the innovative and exciting new JLG 1850SJ Ultra Boom, or JLG’s many other products, visit www.jlg.com.au or call JLG Australia on 131 554 or JLG New Zealand on 64 9276 1278.

INTRODUCING THE WORLD’S TALLEST SELF-PROPELLED BOOM LIFT. The new 1850SJ has more reach, better stability and a larger work envelope than any lift in its class. Get up to 19 stories of working height and an innovative chassis that can be extended front and back. Featuring 230 kg/450 kg platform capacity, the 1850SJ is the most powerful boom in the industry.

Learn more at www.jlg.com.au/1850SJ-5

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SKYJACK

MIKASA

MIKASA. THE COMPLETE COMPACT

Skyjack debuts new electric rough terrain scissor 15 July, 2015, Guelph, Ontario – Linamar Corporation’s (TSX:LNR) Skyjack division will be presenting its new industry-leading SJ6832RTE electrically powered rough terrain scissor lift for the first time to the New Zealand market when the company includes the unit in its product line up at this year’s HIANZ Conference & Trade Show. The company launched the SJ6832 RTE to the international market at last year’s CONEXPO 2014 trade show in Las Vegas and since that time units have rolled out to customers around the globe.

The only machine with four-wheel drive and a 45 percent gradeability as standard design, the SJ6832 RTE provides end users with a zero emission scissor lift built with the low running costs and high up time associated with the Skyjack “simply reliable” AWP design philosophy.

To simplify operator and service training, the SJ6832 RTE was built on the same chassis as the existing diesel and dual fuel 68RT units. This decision allows those already familiar with the highly popular traditionally-powered 68RT lifts to experience a seamless transition to the RTE. Maintenance costs and time are also reduced with the RTE due to the elimination of servicing air filters, fuel filters, oil filters, oil changes, belts, coolants, etc.

Almost all non power-plant related parts are common with the internal combustion 6832RTs. The standard Skyjack color-coded and numbered wiring system, along with full access to all serviceable components and a tilt-out hydraulic manifold adds to the ease of user maintenance for the SJ6832 RTE. “An electric version of one of Skyjack’s most popular machines is a great addition to the options we can offer our clients,” said Brad Boehler, president of Skyjack. “The SJ6832 RTE offers the best of both worlds with a zero emission machine that doesn’t require any special training to run because it’s built on the standard lift frame that many of our clients are accustomed to using. You can take this machine from rough terrain to PAGE 28 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2015

indoor projects seamlessly without any extra noise, emissions or costs.”

Known as an industry leader in scissor lifts for decades, Skyjack continues to specify its machines for classleading rough terrain performance by making the SJ6832 RTE the first electric scissor lift in its size with 45 percent gradeability and crossover symmetrical four-wheel drive as standard.

Foam-filled nonmarking tires, nearzero noise levels, zero emissions and the tightest turning radius in its class make the transition from outdoor to indoor jobs easier than ever.

Preserving the Skyjack “simply reliable” methodology, the SJ6832 RTE is designed with relay driven controls.

Combined with the standard Skyjack colored and numbered wiring system, this allows service technicians to easily diagnose control system faults and rectify the problem with common automotive style relays that are readily available.

The RTE is also equipped with optional auto-leveling outriggers to allow elevating on uneven grades and can be fitted with a range-extending external generator to recharge the batteries in the field.

The range-extending gasoline powered genset option adds versatility to the SJ6832 RTE, allowing it to be reliably used at green field construction sites with no AC power, or when multiple shifts do not allow sufficient downtime to complete a standard charging cycle. The generator can either be manually controlled from the platform or set to come on automatically at 50 percent battery capacity.

Mounted on a rotating and tilting table, the generator option packaging allows for easy oil, filter and spark plug changes, all without removing it from the machine.

The SJ6832 RTE offers the ability to have a zero fuel emissions lift without sacrificing any of the simplicity of use, ease of maintenance, return on investment and rough terrain performance users have come to expect for years from Skyjack.

products. Another great feature of these Mikasa Reversible Plate Compactors is that a Hatz Diesel engine drives them. Both engine the engine and compactors are backed by a two year manufacturers warranty and what’s more there is a petrol option,” says Phil.

The new range Mikasa Reversible Plate Compactors come with heaps of other features that set them apart from the competition. These include cyclone air cleaners, an anti vibration handle, a sturdy lifting frame and variable speed controls.

Compaction meter adds value

About Skyjack

Skyjack provides rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple and reliable access and telehandler equipment so that they maximize utilization and their return on investment. Skyjack began manufacturing scissor lifts in 1985 and through the 1990’s grew to become a world leader in the aerial lift industry.

Skyjack remains a dominant player which has adapted rapidly to the changing face of the industry. The product range now includes; Vertical mast lifts, DC electric scissors, Rough terrain scissors, Telescopic booms, Articulating booms, and Telehandlers.

In 2002 Skyjack became part of the Linamar Corporation.

Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is a diversified global manufacturing Company of highly engineered products powering vehicles, motion, work and lives. The Company is made up of 2 operating segments – the Powertrain/Driveline segment and the Industrial segments which are further divided into 4 key divisions – Manufacturing, Driveline, Industrial Commercial Energy (“ICE”) and Skyjack, all world leaders in the design, development and production of highly engineered products. The Company’s Manufacturing and Driveline divisions focus on precision metallic components, modules and systems for engine, transmission and driveline systems designed for passenger vehicle markets. The ICE group concentrates on similar products for on and off highway vehicle, energy and other industrial markets. The Company’s Skyjack division is noted for its innovative, high quality mobile industrial equipment, notably its class-leading aerial work platforms and telehandlers. With more than 19,000 employees in 45 manufacturing locations, 5 R&D centers and 15 sales offices in 12 countries in North America, Europe and Asia, Linamar generated sales of more than $3.5 Billion in 2013. For more information about Linamar Corporation and its industry leading products and services, visit www.linamar.com

When it comes to light compaction equipment Mikasa plate compactors and rammers are recognised by thousands of customers worldwide as the industry leader. With over 50 years experience in New Zealand conditions the Mikasa brand has truly earned its reputation as the country’s foremost provider of compact plate compactors. For 32 of those years New Zealand distributor Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd has been instrumental in growing the market and can now boast a full range of equipment, which just happens to be the largest in the country.

The New Zealand construction industry recognises quality when they see it and the total Mikasa package of product, after sales service and genuine parts is the very reason why contractors continue to support it.

Manufactured in Japan, Mikasa plate compactors provide top of the line performance, easy handling, low maintenance and long life.

These are just some of the reasons why owners and end users rely on these plate compactors for a wide range of projects. Ideally suited for civil engineering, construction and drainage contractors and the hire industry, they offer a high compaction capacity and travel speeds.

Mikasa introuces wheel kits to new MCV models

Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd has recently added three new models to the Mikasa Forward Plate Compactor range including a new optional extra.

The new 64kg, 84kg and 95kg models that make up the Mikasa MVC “Cart”

plate compactor series now feature a wheel kit that can be easily folded up within the handle bar frame when in use.

When not functional the wheel kits fold down allowing for the Mikasa to be transported and moved more conveniently around job sites.

The new Mikasa MVC vibratory plate compactors including the top of the line MVC T90R (102kg) are great value for money performers providing better machine balance on asphalt and even on hard surfaces. With a specially designed base and with extremely high frequency these plates compact large areas perfectly with fewer passes whilst at the same time reducing labour costs. The Mikasa 64kg and 84kg also have the option to except a water tank, the 95 kg and 102 kg models come complete with a water tank as well as an hour meter and tachometer.

Mikasa MVH reversible plate compactors Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd recently released the new MVH 8 Series Mikasa Reversible Plate Compactors to add to its already extensive range.

The Mikasa MVH308, the MVH408 and the MVH508 are all reversible plate models and come with the option of a Compass Compaction Meter. “Reversible plates provide the best value in compaction,” says Youngman Richardson Co Ltd’s Sales Manager, Phil Fairfield.

“Our wide range of plates is ideal for high production compaction applications involving all types of

The Compass Compaction Meter is a measuring and display system for the Mikasa MVH308, MVH408 and MVH 508 reversible plate models that provides continuous compaction control. The technology helps contractors improve compaction efficiency and maximise productivity while avoiding costly overcompaction with an easy to use series of LED lights that indicates the progress made with each machine pass.

Other benefits of the Mikasa Compass Meter include a uniform approach to compaction and the assurance of a quality job no matter how experienced or not the operator may be. In addition the Mikasa Compass Meter is able to measure machine frequency.

Mikasa MTX Trench Rammers

Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd also has a wide range of Mikasa Trench Rammers ranging from 46kg to 80kg.

Available in petrol and diesel Mikasa Trench Rammers are world leaders for balance, compaction, ease of operation and functionality.

Features include a single function throttle lever, an air cleaner system, a vibration absorbing handle system (VAS), heavy duty ribbed bellows, a one-piece wooden foot with a hardened steel plate, large fuel tanks and tachometer. All these features add up to high work efficiency and less operator fatigue.

Service, service, Service!

Youngman Richardson & Co Ltd is committed to customer support and has recently introduced new workshop facilities and mobile mechanics.

The new purpose built mobile service utes have been specifically fitted out to handle planned and unplanned maintenance across all equipment including Mikasa products.

Meanwhile more efficient workplace layouts have been created to improve service times whilst the company’s reputation for a fast turnaround of parts continues to impress.

For more information or a demonstration of the Mikasa Compactor range of products contact Youngman Richardson Co. Ltd 09 443 2436 or for South Island enquiries, 03 341 6923.

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EXCAVATION

Kubota takes Mini Excavation to new angles

Set to revolutionise the New Zealand construction market, C B Norwood Distributors Ltd. is pleased to announce the arrival of Kubota’s new U55-4 and KX040-4 angle blade excavators.

Putting the operator first, Kubota has fitted angle blade technology to two of the most popular models in the range.

“Operators now have more freedom and flexibility in any situation. With a simple movement of the blade lever, Kubota’s angle blade technology allows the blade to be angled both right or left pushing soil to the side as the machine moves forward, eliminating the need for repetitive repositioning when back filling trenches,” says Keil Davies, National Sales Manager.

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You just switch the blade to float position, travel backwards and let the machine do the work for you.

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“To top it off, you no longer need to be constantly adjusting the blade height to make a clean ground surface after backfilling. You just switch the blade to float position, travel backwards and let the machine do the work for you. Finishing has never been this quick and easy.”

With all these added functions you would expect the cabin and price tag to resemble that of a stealth fighter jet, however all blade movements are operated from the same, one lever that you are already familiar with and the machines are only a fraction of the price on top of the standard models.

The angle blade is factory fitted which assures operators and owners they are getting the build quality and reliability they expect from Kubota.

No introduction is required when it comes to the U55-4, 5.5 ton zero tail swing and KX040-4 4 ton conventional tail swing machines as they continue to prove themselves in the New Zealand market since being released in 2010 and 2013 respectively. Both models feature the same large ROPS/FOPS, air conditioned deluxe cabin, easy maintenance and incredible fuel saving features. All backed up by a comprehensive, factory trained after sales network.

Contact your Sales Representative today for a demo.

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MOBILE APPS

MOBILE FUTURES ‘

NEW FORKLIFTS COMING SOON

Looking to the future, managing “Hire software will become more director at inspHire, Graham Dobbs, agile being able to be used on said the world was moving increasingly many different devices, integration towards mobile solutions, and being to customers own web site and able to transact around the clock other 3rd party software will become would become the norm. mainstream.

“Customer Service has always been “InspHire already offer Cloud Hybrid important but even more so now solutions as well as mobile applications with heightened awareness of and customer web portals and have choice,” he said. “Hirers will also done so for some time, we are seeing look towards recommendations companies taking more of an interest from independent sources such as and adding to the already expanding Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, twitter list of features and functionality.

Model and other review methods 170AET will playJaL Bi Energy “We also have a totally pure, Bi-Energy big part.Type of platform cloud based solution, already in Articulated Booms use in some rental businesses, these “Web Portals for customers will Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg be more prevalent, hire companies businesses can use the application Platform height (m/ft) 15.00/49.21 providing the ability to do more online free of any windows licences and the Working height (m/ft) 17.00/55.9 will encourage people to use them costs of windows server software and Rotation 170AET J L Bi Energy more. Mobile Apps for hirers355ºwill be hardware.”

Working outreach (m/ft) 9.43/11 more in demand and drive how hire With technology such as smart Bi-Energy Up and over (m/ft) 7.27/23.85 customers do business and will dictate phones and tablet computers now Articulated Booms Overall width (m/ft) 1.90/6.23 where they shop.” commonplace, software designed for 230 kg Overall length (m/ft) 6.97/22.86 Mr Dobbs said the challenge for rental companies has potentially never 15.00/49.21 Overall height retracted (m/ft) 2.13/6.11 developers was making sure that new been more accessible.

17.00/55.9 Engine Lombardini Focs 702 - 9.2 kW (12.3Hp)) 355º software features were useful and It will be interesting to see how Battery Capacity 48V - 300Ah 9.43/11 designed with the users in mind. smaller rental companies react to Tyres Foam filled 7.27/23.85 “Keeping it simple is key,”7,435 he kgsaid, these changes.

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Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg Platform height (m/ft) 14.25/46.75 Working height (m/ft) 16.25/53.31 All Terrain Capability Rotation Continuous Model 160ATJ With three steering modes, hydrostatic8.30/27.23 transmission, 2 heavy duty axles, 4 160ATJ/160ATJ+/180ATJ/200ATJ Working outreach (m/ft) Type of platform Diesel wheel drive,over and unrivalled over obstacles on all types of ground.

Up and (m/ft) protection7.15/23.45 Articulated Booms Even a gradient of 40% is within its capabilities and can easily go round Overall width (m/ft) 2.30/29.85 over obstacles. The oscillating axle (optional) will cope with all the ground Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg Overall length (m/ft) You really save(m/ft) time at each 14.25/46.75 lift. The raising of the platform consists ofirregularities.

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POWER CLEANER

Powerful

New single phase Electric Waterblaster from AES AES Waterblasters are pleased to announce the New Zealand release of the Simmm Power cleaner 100/11 single phase (230 volt) electric water blaster.

The Italian made Simmm Power cleaner features a strong powder coated steel chassis and tough ABS wrap-around cover designed to protect the motor & pump unit from damage.

The pump mounted pressure gauge is also well protected by a thick rubber shock guard.

The motor is low revving (1450 rpm) for long life, and the revolutionary patented Simmm pressure pump can run in by-pass for up to 5 hours without damage!

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This makes it ideal for use in the Hire industry.

The ultra efficient pump produces a grunty 11 L/min flow rate at 100 Bar (1450 psi) and the unit only draws a tad over 10 amps.

The unit has solid cushion tyres, a tough 10 meter wire braided high pressure hose and professional type Gun & lance which fit neatly into a vertical holder for storage.

To complete the package the Power cleaner is backed by AES who pride themselves on their “off the shelf� spare parts and after sales service.

For further details contact Alan at AES Water blasters on 0508-78-78-78 or visit AES at www.aesblasters.co.nz

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SANITIZING

Solution for sanitizing portable toilets

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Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg Platform height (m/ft) 15.65/51.34 Working height (m/ft) 17.65/57.90 All Terrain Capability Model 180ATJ Rotation Continuous 160ATJ/160ATJ+/180ATJ/200ATJ With three steering modes, hydrostatic transmission, 2 heavy duty axles, 4 Working outreach (m/ft) Type of platform Diesel wheel drive, and unrivalled protection10.60/34.77 over obstacles on all types of ground.

Up and over (m/ft) 7.15/23.45 Articulated Booms Even a gradient of 40% is within its capabilities and can easily go round Overall widthThe(m/ft) 2.30/7.54will cope with all the ground over obstacles. oscillating axle (optional) Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg You really save time at each lift. The raising of the platform consists of Overall length (m/ft) irregularities. Your mobility and safety7.77/25.49 are ensured, whatever the type of terrain.

Platform height (m/ft) four movements (spreading 15.65/51.34 of the arms, activation of the telescopic Overall height retracted (m/ft) 2.37/7.77 Working height 17.65/57.90 equipment and (m/ft) the turret rotation) which can be done simultaneously. Efficiency and Productivity Engine p Diesel Engine Kubota V 2403-M 45Hp So you reach your working area in 40 seconds flat. Moreover, due to You can reach the most inaccessible areas with ease, whether you are at 16 or Rotation Continuous Battery Capacity N/A its size and weight, the machine is easily transportable by lorry from 20/03/13 10:12 Working outreach (m/ft) 10.60/34.77 20 metres. Our models offer the best reach capacity on the market, equal to the Tyres Puncture proof one job to the next, You do not waste a minute.

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Overall length (m/ft) 7.77/25.49 ( 180ATJ ) Overall height retracted (m/ft) 2.37/7.77 With the ATJ platform, you can work heightKubota with total peace of mind. ( 160ATJ+ ) ( 180ATJ ) ) ( 200ATJ ) Engine p ( 160ATJ DieselatEngine V 2403-M 45Hp Model 200ATJ The heavy duty arms increase the machines rigidity and add to the Battery Capacity N/A comfort of use at height. The control box is protected by a cover against Type of platform Diesel Tyres Puncture proof dirty operations such as painting, high pressure cleaning. The cover Articulated Booms Weight kg weather or acts of vandalism, equally acts as protection against8,090 extreme Platform capacity (SWL) 230 kg and keeps your machine in good condition to maintain its resale value.

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3000 psi with a flow of 21l/m. The entire system is mounted onto a galvanized skid along with the sanitizing chemicals which are injected during operation.

The unit also comes with two sets of guns and lances allowing two operators to work at the same time thereby improving your firm’s time efficiency.

The combination of chemical injection with hot water and steam means operators not only cut through dirt quicker, but most importantly nasty microbes and bacteria are destroyed leaving a sanitary and safe environment for the next client who hires your product.

For information of the Kerrick Sanitizer (ref: ZJOB2433) and other products that sanitize as they clean contact Kerrick on 0800 253 774 or drop into your local branch today.

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Cleaning and sanitizing portable toilets is no easy task.

A combination of chemicals, hot water and a strong stomach are required to ensure your fleet of loo’s remain in pristine condition.

Meeting both health and safety requirements and high customer expectations in a competitive market place has always been tricky but Kerrick has found a solution for hire companies that is both practical and operator friendly.

The company has developed a hot water, skid mounted pressure cleaner, that can be either kept at your local branch or loaded onto a truck and taken onto site to clean down and sanitize portable toilets when returned after hire.

Customized just for the hire industry, the Kerrick Sanitizer comes equipped with a Firebox 350 boiler that heats water up to 140’C and a pump and motor kit that puts out pressures of

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We can help with all aspects of your EWP requirements. We can offer the full range of services to make your life easy as an EWP owner or operator.

Services “the higher level service people” Service and repairs Call out service, 24 hours, 7 days Rapid response breakdown service Parts procurement for most parts Able to perform major services on site Preventative maintenance programs Fully stocked service vehicles Experienced Engineers Service contracts Any EWP, any place, any time

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