HIRE AND RENTAL MARCH 2014 ISSUE 3 by HIANZ

Hire&Rental NEW ZEALAND

ISSUE 3

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Damage Waiver in the Hire Industry Page 5

Global Rental Alliance $73 billion in combined turnover Page 6 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2014 PAGE 1

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A very warm welcome from the Kapiti Coast. With the silly session drawing to a close and end of financial year upon us, it is always a good time to step back, take a look at your business, and reflect on the year that was. This time of year is also a great time to consider the year ahead, such as: • What were the key business drivers in 2013-14? • What changes could be made that will increase bottom line? • What is our business point of difference? • How can you take advantage of technology to be more competitive and profitable? • For some, 2014 could be the year you start planning your exit strategy? These are exciting and fast moving times we live and hire in. Move with them or get left behind. With regard to economic activity, member feedback would appear to indicate areas of growth throughout the country. There are certainly some major projects underway but we understand these have yet to materialise into sustained revenues. I think it be fair to say operators remain cautiously optimistic. Trans-tasman relations… Late April, I will travel to the Hire & Rental Association of Australia (HIRA) annual conference and trade show on the Gold Coast. As usual this event is packed with interesting and insightful speakers. The networking opportunities and information sharing we benefit from with the Australians, is difficult to quantify in monetary terms. The soon to be released re-modelled EWP silvercard training programme is testament to the goodwill and the desire to share information between our two Associations. HIRA now has a portable toilet code of practise which I am keen to learn more about. A workshop that is of particular interest is the “Future of Hire Software”. IT is such an important component of our business now days, and getting it right helps deliver efficiencies, increase productivity and helps drive a healthier bottom line. As always, a regular Kiwi contingent makes the annual pilgrimage to the Australian conference and I very much look forward to catching up with you all whilst I am in Australia.

Membership Our membership numbers remain positive and we welcome back Richard Grainger who now owns and operates Tauranga Hire. Richard is well known to a great number of association members as a former Company Director for Ready Hire. He has a wealth of experience in the hire industry and I look forward to his input into the association. Richard was my boss at Ready Hire in the mid to late 90’s. It would be fair to say I learnt some valuable corporate disciplines from Richard which still remain with me today. I wish both Richard and his wife Heather all the best in their new venture. Trevor and Caroline Ridley open a brand new purpose built facility in Keumu mid-April to cater for their ever expanding Equipment and Party Hire operation. I saw the partially completed land and building project in November of last year. A very well thought out building and yard plan will create a great customer experience. Theft Compact excavators seem to be on the radar at present. Two have been stolen in as many weeks, and this is something we should all be very concerned about. On a recent visit to Auckland I stopped in with Phil Tindle to catch up with Bruce Wallace from GI Hire. He showed us the GPS tracking system he had installed in his delivery trucks and how he could message, route, track and run a bunch of reports on them. I could not believe the cost

effectiveness of this technology and could instantly see the benefit of the web based interface and efficiencies this could bring to my business. Our three delivery trucks now have this tracking installed. This technology can easily be installed in any asset and given the recent spate of excavator theft, the decision to put GPS tracking in assets over $30k was quite easy. GPS does so much more than just tracking. Maintenance alerts can be set up and email reminders sent. Engine speeds, idle time, and much more can be reported on. Conference 2014 We listened to, and carefully considered feedback received from the membership with regard to holding the 2014 Conference at Hampton Downs. The board made an informed decision to move the conference location to Rotorua this year. Please note your diaries and block out the 24th and 25th September. The Distinction Hotel is a great venue and will cater for both delegate and supplier requirements. You can look forward to informative workshops, fantastic guest speakers and of course a great trade show. There will be plenty of time for socializing, networking and catching up with old friends. Wishing you all the best for a busy and prosperous 2014. Kind Regards, TIM MIKKELSEN President | HIANZ HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2014 PAGE 3

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THE PPSA CONTINUES TO CATCH OUT THE UNWARY By Geoff Hardy, an Auckland-based commercial lawyer Lawyers like us are very familiar with the personal property securities regime that has been around since the Personal Property Securities Act 1999 (the “PPSA”) came into force. Unfortunately not everybody in the commercial sector is as familiar with the PPSA as lawyers are. The exception is financiers and traders who regularly sell valuable items on credit – they are well versed in the proper procedures to follow under the PPSA. Those that are not as well versed, are the people who very rarely have cause to rely on the PPSA, and as a result they can occasionally be caught out badly. As the case law illustrates, they are a very diverse group. Their most common characteristic is that they confidently (and understandably) believe that their ownership of the asset in question will be sufficient to defeat the claims of anyone else who might have an interest in that asset. Under the PPSA, that is no longer the case. Much of the confusion stems from sections 16 and 17 of the PPSA which treat a “lease for a term of more than one year” as a personal property security. That means the owner who leases his asset out for more than a year, has to compete for priority over his own asset, by following the rules in the PPSA. A lease for a term of more than one year includes a hire agreement and a bailment for a similar period. Most leases for more than one year are finance leases, where there is either an optional or an automatic transfer of ownership to the lessee at the end. Like the conditional sale and hire purchase agreements of old, they are effectively a sale where the vendor or trade financier chooses to retain ownership while the payments are being made, as a more effective form of security than merely being a creditor holding an enforceable debt. However not all long-term leases – and very few long-term hire agreements or bailments – involve the ownership of the item in question being transferred to the lessee/hirer/bailee. Finance leases are to be contrasted with operating leases, which are leases in the true sense - the owner of the asset receives some rent in exchange for permitting the lessee to use the PAGE 4 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2014

asset temporarily. But notwithstanding the fundamental difference between the two forms of lease, Parliament when it introduced the PPSA simply made an arbitrary decision that operating leases for more than one year were to be caught within the PPSA web. Apart from the (rather flimsy) justification that most long-term leases are finance leases, there are two other rationales for this. First, leaving a customer in possession of your asset for more than one year creates the impression that he/she is the owner of that asset, which in turn makes it easier for the customer to fool potential purchasers, lessees or financiers into thinking that he/she is free to deal with it. Secondly, the true owner can correct that mistaken impression simply by giving notice of their ownership (or more accurately, their “security interest”) on the PPSR. Of course, that may seem simple to us lawyers, but it is far from a satisfactory solution to asset owners who don’t know the PPSA well enough – and the case law suggests there are many in that category. Not many of them get caught out, simply because very few long-term asset leases are operating leases, and of those, only in rare situations does the lessee become insolvent or unlawfully attempt to deal with the asset in a manner that is inconsistent with the lessor’s ownership. Nevertheless the net is cast wider

than you would think, simply because of the wide definition of “lease for a term of more than one year”. Not only does it include leases (and hires, bailments) with a fixed term greater than 12 months, but also a lease for an indefinite period (even if it can be terminated earlier than one year by either party), a lease for one year or less that is either automatically renewable or renewable by one party beyond one year, and a lease for one year or less where the customer remains in possession for more than one year with the lessor’s consent. There are three specific exceptions: leases by people not regularly engaged in the leasing business, leases of household furnishings or appliances as part of a lease of a building where the use of the goods is incidental to the use and enjoyment of the building, and leases of goods that the Government has decided should not be covered (I am not aware of any in that category as yet). Those exceptions have come to the rescue of the asset owner in at least one New Zealand judgment so far, but generally the secured creditor holding the registered security interest prevails. Here is a brief summary of the New Zealand case law to date, to illustrate the point. • In Graham v. Portacom New Zealand Ltd (2004), Portacom leased five portable buildings to NDG Pine Ltd (which subsequently went into receivership) for an indefinite period. The Bank had registered, whereas Portacom had not thought to do so. The Bank won. • NZ Bloodstock Ltd v. Waller (2005) involved the hire purchase of a stallion to a stud agency which became insolvent. The financier who registered won, the owner of the stallion lost. • In Arcus Springs Ltd v. Jeffreys (2009), three mobile units were leased for indefinite term. The lessee’s Bank won, the owner lost. • In Rabobank v. February Syndicate (2011), the owners of the racehorse won, but only because (having campaigned the horse until recently putting it out to stud), they were deemed to be not regularly engaged in the business of leasing horses. • Mainzeal Receivers v. Hobson Gardens (2013) was another recent

Damage Waiver in the Hire Industry The Hire Industry Association were advised of the following on the 4th February 2014. “The practice of charging hirers additional fees to reduce insurance excesses or provide damage waiver cover is illegal unless you are a licenced insurer” A licenced insurer must comply with the ‘insurance prudential supervision Act 2010 (IPSA)’ and 2013 amendments, which requires a $1,000,000 paid up capital, solvency margins and compliance as determined by the Reserve Bank – the same as setting up a fully operational insurance company. The HIANZ board of directors met with insurance industry consultant, Mr Rod Mathers, to discuss this matter and determine what actions should be taken and what options are available for those in the industry who would like to continue providing these options. After reviewing all information provided, HIANZ strongly recommends the following; • That all companies providing damage waiver cover, or excess reduction options, should cease this activity immediately, or at least seek their own legal advice on this matter. In addition to the HIANZ correspondence sent out to members on the 28th February, the HIANZ board will now conduct a survey of the membership to ascertain the number of companies who are providing damage waiver and therefore

affected by this legislation. This information will also be used to seek a relevant legal opinion that may be used should it be necessary to begin lobbying. It would be most helpful if all members complete this brief survey when it is sent out. Please be assured the HIANZ board

case where, upon the receivership of the construction company, the body corporate representing the owners of the apartments under repair, gained ownership of certain construction equipment including two substantial on-site hoists. The Bank (who registered) won, the body corporate lost. Like Groundhog Day, asset owners throughout the World are destined to fall into this trap over and over again. Our 1999 PPSA was based on Canadian and American laws. Ten years later Australia adopted its own PPSA which came into force on 30 January 2012. Sure enough, within a year, the owner of some Caterpillar

excavators and loaders (Queensland Excavation) who had hired them to a construction company (Maiden Civil) for more than one year, lost them to a financier who had registered its security. The larger asset lease and hire companies will gradually over time learn to recognise a lease for a term of more than one year and overcome the mental block of familiarising themselves with PPSR registration, but most smallmedium enterprises won’t. Horse racing syndicates and inadvertent asset owners like Hobson Gardens will never make the connection. There will be genuine cries of injustice each time, and I can’t help thinking we are asking

are indeed committed to resolving this issue and will keep members informed when more information is known or as progress is made. Should any members have concerns or any questions, please contact myself or a HIANZ board member. PHIL TINDLE | GENERAL MANAGER a bit too much of our commercial sector to become experts in a law that even challenges lawyers and accountants on a regular basis.

Geoff Hardy has 38 years’ experience as a commercial lawyer and is the senior lawyer in the Auckland firm “Madison Hardy”. He guarantees personal attention to new clients at competitive rates. His phone number is (09) 379 0700, fax (09) 379 0504, and e-mail geoff@ madisonhardy.com. This article is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice.

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GLOBAL RENTAL ALLIANCE COUNTRIES REPRESENT$US 73 BILLION IN COMBINED RENTAL REVENUE

membership through their program work. Marketing the value of equipment rental to the general public is important to each association. Information and materials were shared that can be adapted within the respective associations to supplement current programs. The Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd. - Australia and the Hire Industry Association of New Zealand provided the group with a preview of their respective association. Conference dates and schedules were reviewed and are available on the GRA website, www. GlobalRentalAlliance.com. A mid-year webinar meeting will be held in August 2014. The next Annual Meeting will be held at The Rental Show scheduled for Feb. 22-25, 2015 in New Orleans, LA. 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. 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: Associação De Locadoras, Brazil (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 the Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (Inc.)

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Fernando Forjaz, Presidente, and Alexandre Forjaz, Representative, ALEC Associação De Locadoras (ALEC); Paul Phelon, President, American Rental Association (ARA); Mark Mandin, President, Canadian Rental Association (CRA); Phil Newby, Chief Executive Officer, Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd. Australia (HRIA); Mark Scarce, National President, HRIA; Graham Arundell, Managing Director, Hire Association Europe (HAE); Adrian Watts, Chairman, HAE; Christine Wehrman, Chief Executive Officer, ARA; Mike Blaisdell, Chairman of the Board, ARA; Michel Petitjean, Secretary General, European Rental Association (ERA); Nathalie McGregor, Managing Director, CRA; Peter Lancken, Representative, HRIA; Terry Douris, Immediate Past President, HAE; Dave Mintenko, Vice President, CRA; Greg Ward, Director, and Phil Tindle, General Manager, Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (HIANZ).

The 12th annual meeting of the Global Rental Alliance (GRA) was held on the 13th February at The Rental Show 2014 in Orlando, FL. All GRA member associations were present, including: Associação De Locadoras, Brazil (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 officers and/or chief executives/staff. Agenda items discussed during the full day meeting focused on advancing the success of members of the individual associations and promoting the equipment rental industry throughout the world. Current member priorities within the associations were shared. Topics addressed included technological trends in the industry and status of PAGE 6 HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2014

implementation in the associations, safety and regulatory matters, and the GRA International Rental Business Leadership Program. Key areas of focus between the associations were discussed, as well as program differences, particularly among legislative and regulatory initiatives. Always of great interest among the associations are the educational initiatives being undertaken; the basis of the education and how it is made available to their membership. Discussion was held on the trends and industry developments within each country that are impacting the rental business owners or suppliers. 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. A number of issues were brought forward related to

the marketplace activity of rental owners and suppliers regarding rental equipment technology, performance measures and safety. An update was provided on the GRA International Rental Business Leadership Program, administered for GRA by the ARA Foundation. Two program participants are anticipated for 2014. The agenda also included a review of the global survey initiative of the GRA, with release of a 2012 combined rental revenue figure among the GRA associations representing $US 73 Billion. This figure represents a 6.6% increase over 2011 rental revenues, as calculated by IHS Global Insight, one of the world’s most respected economic forecasting firms. Discussion was held among the associations on the economic forecast for their countries through 2014 and the level of rental penetration they determine for their respective country. All associations are committed to increasing rental penetration on behalf of their

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seen relate to poor pre-operational checks, and certification. We saw one machine with a large crack in its handrail, and it had been certified just one month prior to our visit. This isn’t good enough,” Mr Nalter said. “We’ve also uncovered issues with MEWP’s around a lack of log books and operators manuals, which we’d like to see addressed.” Log books and file records must be kept by the owner of the MEWP showing details of certification, repairs, modifications, inspections and examinations. These records of repairs and maintenance must be available for inspection. Daily pre-operational checks must to be carried out before the machine is used. These checks must meet the requirements set out in AS 2550.10, table 6.4.2. Mr Nalter said that later this year WorkSafe NZ will revoke the current Approved Code of Practice for Poweroperated Elevating Work Platforms (ACoP). It will be replaced with the Mobile Elevating Work Platform - Best Practice Guidelines.

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GRA International Leadership Program The Hire Industry Association of New Zealand (Inc.) are active members of the Global Rental Alliance (GRA), who recently met in Florida during the Rental Show. The meeting was attended by Association General Manager, Phil Tindle and Board Member, Greg Ward. The GRA International Leadership Program was a topic of discussion during the meeting, and attendees were updated and briefed as to the real success and value of the program. The GRA International Leadership Program was initiated in 2008 by the Global Rental Alliance members, it was established and is administered through the American Rental Association (ARA) Foundation. The program is a way of offering leadership opportunities for young rental industry professionals, and increase global awareness of rental industry. The objective of the program is to send rental company employees to other countries to gain a greater understanding of how the rental industry works globally. This is a unique personal

development opportunity and members are encouraged to become involved. Exchanges to date have been mostly between the UK, USA and Australia. The program has been a great success, having now sent eight young rental professionals around the globe. There is evidence of the benefits this program provides to the individual, the rental companies, and the respective Associations. These young people have had opportunity to enhance their leadership skills, whilst at the same time learn how rental business is conducted in other countries and experience peer rental associations. They have had the opportunity to share ideas, learn new strategies, have once-in-alifetime experiences and forge lasting friendships. The exchange program would ideally suit existing hire company employees who are aged 20 - 35 years who are passionate about the industry and see it as a real career. Successful candidates will spend around 4 weeks working in one or more rental operations located within one of the GRA member countries. The

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ARA foundation sponsors the airfares, one night’s hotel accommodation plus appropriate expenses. In addition the host rental company will cover accommodation costs through host families. These will be paid via the Foundation to adhere to visa requirements. A successful applicant would need to make their own financial arrangements for their time away from their employer. The Hire Industry Association would be delighted to hear from any companies that have young rental professionals wishing to participate in this program. There are also options for companies that may be interested in ‘hosting’ a young professional from a GRA member country. Conference 2014 will feature a seminar on the GRA International Leadership Program to highlight some of the great successes. Check out the Global Rental Alliance website to read the reports from those who have participated – www.theglobalrentalalliance.com More information on the Program and how to make application can be obtained from HIANZ on request.

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“We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to market and distribute this iconic brand which has had a strong presence in the New Zealand market for over 25 years,” says Youngman Richardson Co Ltd, Sales and Marketing Director, Ed Richardson. “IHI has a reputation for dependability

and reliability which will make it appealing to the New Zealand hire industry, he said” Youngman Richardson enjoys a strong relationship with many hire companies throughout the country and this announcement will provide further evidence that the company is committed to meeting the needs of this sector by adding to an already extensive product mix. This announcement comes hard on the heels of the company’s appointment as distributor for Ammann compaction equipment. Once again this gives Youngman Richardson the opportunity to demonstrate the effectiveness of its sales and after market support package. Not only does Youngman Richardson stock over 38,000 line items of spare parts across its Auckland and Christchurch locations but it is also acknowledged for, amongst other things, its award winning same day dispatch service and after sales service programmes. IHI is one of New Zealand’s leading mini excavators and is a proven performer in the 0.7 to 8 tonne market. Reliability and ease of operation are the key benefits of this equipment making it ideal for those worksites where space is at a premium. IHI mini

excavators are also known for their unsurpassed operator comfort with greater visibility, lower noise levels amongst many other impressive features. Often referred to as compact excavators, IHI is an ideal hire option for customers involved in construction, drainage and landscaping applications. With zero tail swing and quick, easy set up and mobility, IHI Mini Excavators not only gives exceptional value it does so with outstanding digging force and cycle time. Throughout each model you will find enhancements that will save precious time and make for greater levels of comfort. And with IHI’s best in class service and maintenance owners can enjoy lower operating costs and greater productivity. For further information contact Ed Richardson on 09 443 2436

AES - Expand their range of submersible pumps & water blaster accessories. AES Waterblasters have extended their range of Arven electric submersible pumps. The range now includes the Mizer 30 and Mizer 60 impeller pumps. Mizers have a 1 & 1/4” (32mm) vertical outlet and a tough stainless steel outer casing and suction grid. They will suck down to the last 3-5mm, making them ideal for swimming pool and water tank pump-out. The Dumper 100 Vortex mid range pumps have a 1 & 1/2” (38mm) vertical outlet and will pump up to 300 L/min at a 2 meter head. The Tiger 100 Vortex pumps have a 2” (50mm) vertical outlet and the top of the range is the Tiger 200 2 & 1/2” (65mm) pump which will pump up to 700 L/min. All AES Arven pumps are supplied with 10 meters of power cable + a standard three pin plug. They are available with or without a float switch. AES Water blaster accessories are popular with Hire Companies as an add on to their Waterblaster Hire

and include a Whirlaway rotary cleaner, 5 meter Telescopic lance and a New Sludge pump kit. The Whirl-a-way 500mm rotary flat surface cleaner features a tough polycarbonate body to take the knocks, and a serviceable high quality stainless steel rotary elbow. It hovers on a tough bristle skirt which does away with the need for caster wheels. AES recommend the Whirlaway is hired with a water blaster producing at least 15 L/min. (this equates to 7.5 L/min each jet) The whirl-a-way give a streak free finish and cleaning times can be reduced by up to 75% which results is less wear and tear on the Hire machine. The New Zealand made AES Telescopic lance extends from 2.6 to

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5 meters and is ideal for washing the eves & gutters of two story buildings without the need of scaffolding or a cherry picker. The AES Telelance is suitable for use with water blasters with outputs from 9 to 30 L/ min. The New AES Sludge pump kit features a Venture pump base and 4 meters of reinforced 32mm diameter hose. This device will handle sludge, sand & stones so is perfect for pumping out sumps & pits, ponds and water tanks, in locations where there is no power supply. It can be used with any water blaster with a flow rate from 13 to 30 L/min, and pressure to 250 Bar. For further information contact Alan or Mike at AES 09-271-4781 or visit www. aesblasters.co.nz

Over 30 electric and petrol powered versions to choose from, or we custom build to your requirements

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PORTABLE OR TRAILER MOUNTED Petrol or diesel powered Udor ceramic plunger pumps New Zealand made.

ARVEN SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS 1.25", 1.5" & 2" outlets Output to 700 L/min.

HOT AND STEAM CLEANERS 230v, 400v electric or self contained with diesel engine.

FREEPHONE: 0508 78 78 78 | www.aesblasters.co.nz Email: alan@aesblasters.co.nz | Address: 46 Sir William Ave, East Tamaki, Auckland

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Tough Toro Construction range ready for business

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW TEAM MEMBER. Youngman Richardson & Co are proud to announce they have recently been appointed exclusive New Zealand distributor for the full range of IHI Mini Excavators. Reliability, greater visibility, lower noise levels and ease of operation are key benefits of the IHI Mini excavator range. Youngman Richardson and Co are now glad to pair this superior excavation equipment with it’s very own award winning backup service. Call us today to find out more about the exciting new range of mini excavator models now in stock.

AUCKLAND HEAD OFFICE Phone: (+64) 09 443 2436 Fax: (+64) 09 443 2435 Email: sales@yrco.co.nz SOUTH ISLAND OFFICE Phone: (+64) 03 341 6923 Fax: (+64) 03 341 6955 Email: gregl@yrco.co.nz

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The latest range of Toro Compact Utility equipment is now here from the USA, says Craig Johnston from Parkland Products Ltd, the distributor of Toro equipment in New Zealand. Craig, who is the Construction Equipment Business Development Manager, says “the 2014 range has some excellent new products in it, including the latest tracked stump grinders and trencher, as well as the proven Traxmaster and wheeled utility loaders” “These machines are ideal for the hire industry, as they offer outstanding durability combined with ease of use for the operator, meaning they’ll become popular machines on hire fleets” Toro STX-26 Stump Grinder “Toro redefined the stump grinding market with the introduction of the STX-26 stump grinder. These units are easy to operate because of the Toro TXstyle controls and tracks for better manoeuvrability and faster transfer speeds. The STX-26 also helps reduce maintenance expense because it features a hydraulically driven head that eliminates the need to replace belts. The positive feedback has exceeded our expectations.”

Toro TRX-26 Trencher “This is the most powerful dedicated walkbehind trencher on the market, with a 26 hp Kawasaki engine. It’s really maneuverable, so is ideal for customers wanting the power of a ride-on trencher with the price and control of a walk-behind.”

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These machines are ideal for the hire industry, as they offer outstanding durability combined with ease of use for the operator...

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Toro Wheeled Loaders “The laboursaving 320-Diesel and 323-Petrol Compact Utility Loaders have great capability and easy maneuverability so people can get more done in less time, along with a short learning curve for inexperienced operators. They deliver one of the highest power-toweight ratios in the compact utility loader category, and also have zero-

turn maneuverability to handle the countless digging, hauling and building jobs on every site.” Toro TraxMaster TX-525 and 427 “Our diesel and petrol tracked models deliver what customers want - extra torque, longer engine life, and increased hydraulic flow for enhanced performance of ground-engaging attachments. They have offer amazing hydraulic power, delivering up to 52.2 litres/min and pumping 24hp to the attachments, yet have a ground pressure as low as 3.5 psi.” TraxMasters are available in both narrow and wide track models - narrow for easy access around tight spaces, and wide for minimal turf/ground disruption. And because they’re part of the full-line family, these machines are compatible with most compact utility loader attachments. Lawn Renovation Also in the range are proven lawn renovation products, with Aerators, Seeders, Power Rakes, and Power Brooms available. Competitive finance options are also offered by Parkland Products - just call to discuss your requirements. For more information see www. parkland.co.nz or call 0800 807 333. HIANZ HIRE & RENTAL MARCH 2014 PAGE 19

Electrical Testing Courses In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment (AS/NZS3760:2010) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Portable Appliance Testing is commonly known as PAT Testingâ&#x20AC;? OVERVIEW OF THIS COURSE This course has been developed to give companies with requirements for equipment tested and tagged to AS/NZS 3760:2010 greater flexibility and control over downtime, costs and risks around portable appliance safety.

Electrical Test Course Dates Electrical Test & Tag Courses have been confirmed at various locations around New Zealand from April to July. Minimum numbers are required to go ahead with each course. Please check these out and register as soon as possible.

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.

THE COURSE The course is typically six hours in duration and is broken into segments catering for ease of learning. 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 employer or company. A wide range of equipment commonly available for hire is reviewed and the testing requirements demonstrated with direct participant involvement. The tutor, assesses the participants competence throughout the day, coupled with practical involvement and a written test questionnaire.

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Courses are scheduled for: Hamilton - 08 April Wellington - 29 April Wellington - 30 April Blenhiem - 13 May Christchurch - 14 May Auckland - 27 May Napier - 10 June Whangarei - 24 June

You gain employees that are confident and competent to undertake this work for your business. They will have a sense of being valued and skilled; better able to make decisions on the safety of equipment, service or repair options. The course also covers understanding and using your current PAT equipment or advice 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

If your company hires portable electrical appliances, this course is a must! All courses can be found under EVENTS on the HIANZ website - www.hianz.net.nz/Training_Events

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Operator Solutions can provide both SILVERCARD training as well as NZQA STANDARDS 23966, 23960, 23961, 23962, 23963, 23964. For more information on booking, or to enquire about a training session contact Nick on 021 324544 or email nick@operatorsolutions.co.nz

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EWP

Introduction of Logbooks for MEWP The best practice for safe use and operation of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) has evolved over the past few years and is pending release, subject to approval of the final draft by the review panel in the next few weeks. The best practice references AS2550:10 and AS/NZS1418 to name a few. The use of logbooks have been recommended within this best practice. Logbooks have been used in the Australian market since 1994. This new initiative will assist owners and operators with compliance to AS2550:10, and will provide educational and operational consistencies nationwide. The Best Practice Guide describes the use of logbooks as a means of providing information to assist operators with daily checks and a means of record keeping for routine maintenance checks and recording for faults. AS2550:10 requires that all complete ‘Owner Routine Maintenance & Safety Check’ reports, all complete ‘Annual Inspection’ reports and all complete ‘Major Inspection’ reports are retained by management and made available

for examination as required. Logbooks are by no means the only way to record/ provide this information, however they do simplify the process, are easy to use and will over time become the industry standard. Logbooks will be available for purchase from 15 May. Logbooks & Pouches are designed and sold by the EWPANZ (www.ewpa.org.nz) here in New Zealand. HIANZ is an authorised reseller. More information about how the logbook is used, and guidance to help companies integrate these into the hire process and provide support and advice to customers, will be made available prior to 15 May.

New President & Board at the EWPA Congratulations to Rob Molyneux, elected as EWPA President by his fellow board members. The EWPA held board elections in late 2013, the new board held their first meeting in later January. The elections resulted in two newly elected board members, Andrew Messent of Hirepool Ltd & Neil Radley of Access Solutions. They join existing board members Rob Molyneux of EWP Technical Solutions, Bryan Nunweek (previously Central Hire), Mike Schultze of Transpower, and Kenny Marshall of Franklin Treescape. The Association has a growing membership, and is working hard to complete the best practice guide for MEWP at present.

Once this document is released the organisation will focus heavily on supporting industry with more resources, advice and advocacy. For more information and to keep up with the latest developments in the EWP industry log on to www.ewpa.org.nz

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awards

Kennards Hire, chairman Peter Lancken receives Distinguished Service Award Each year, the American Rental Association (ARA) recognizes individuals for outstanding service to the association and the rental industry. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes continuing service to the rental industry at the international, national, state and local levels, and is the highest volunteer recognition award given by ARA after the Rental Hall of Fame. Peter Lancken, chairman of Kennards Hire in Seven Hills, New South Wales, Australia, receives this year’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his involvement with the formation and continuation of the Global Rental Alliance. Lancken was part of the initial discussions among executives

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from Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States to form a network of international equipment rental associations in February 2001 at The Rental Show.

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...to increase the profile of equipment rental worldwide...

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Further discussions encouraged the associations to join together and representatives of these countries (with the exception of New Zealand) and France met at The Rental Show 2003 and agreed to form the Global Rental Alliance.

Its purpose was defined as “to increase the profile of equipment rental worldwide and increase membership value to the respective membership associations.” The group is administered by ARA and functions informally through networking, personal relationships developed on behalf of their associations and ongoing communication. Lancken built on the work of the Global Rental Alliance in helping to create the International Rental Business Leadership Program administered by the ARA Foundation. This international job shadowing program began in 2008, with Lancken hosting the first participant at Kennards Hire. The program, now in its fifth year, has had eight successful job shadow visits.

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kubota

C B Norwood expands Kubota Construction Equipment Operations

so much in us, we invest in them. It is our customers we wake up for in the morning and providing KUBOTA solutions makes it easy to sleep at night”.

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We strive to deliver a point of difference, from the initial contact to the aftersales support and service. It is important with our customers investing so much in us, we invest in them...

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Keil Davies Since 2009 and the acquisition of the Kubota Construction product line, C B Norwood has grown Kubota’s Excavator share in the New Zealand market by almost 20% and is now the number 1 choice in mini excavators under 8 ton (Consistent with Kubota’s

John Toogood global standing). It is with this rapid growth and business development that has seen Keil Davies being appointed as National Sales Manager, Kubota Construction Equipment (CE). Keil has been with CBN and the Kubota brand since 2008 where he

managed Kubota Power Equipment. In 2010 Keil added CE sales and grew the Central and Lower North Island territory. Keil says, “We strive to deliver a point of difference, from the initial contact to the aftersales support and service. It is important with our customers investing

John Toogood joins the sales team as Sales Representative, Central and Lower North Island. If you don’t know John already, he brings a wealth of knowledge from previous senior roles within the Construction Industry. From excavators to attachments he knows his stuff. You will see John around in the very near future as he works with the Kubota team getting to know his area and the people in it.

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We want to help you every step of the way with banking and financial advice and the service you need from our team of Business Managers.

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Things you should know: Westpac Association Package terms and conditions apply. Please refer to the relevant brochures or the Westpac website for detailed information on each Westpac product or service mentioned. Westpac’s current lending criteria apply for applications for finance. Other fees may apply. An additional fee or higher interest rate may apply to loans if the loan application is accepted but does not meet the standard lending criteria. The business banking benefits of the Association Package apply to each business that is a paid member of the Association referred to in this flyer. The personal banking benefits of the Association Package are only available to sole traders, or to directors or principal shareholders of an organisation that remains a member of the Association referred to in this flyer. The information in this flyer and the terms and conditions for Association Package may vary from time to time. Investments made in the Westpac Wrap Service or Westpac Active Series do not represent bank deposits or other liabilities of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141, Westpac New Zealand Limited or other members of the Westpac group of companies. They are subject to investment and other risks, including possible delays in payment of withdrawal amounts in some circumstances, and loss of investment value, including principal invested. None of BT Funds Management (NZ) Limited, any member of the Westpac group of companies, or any director or nominee of any of those entities, or any other person guarantees the performance or return of any investment or repayment of capital. Terms and conditions apply and may vary from time to time. A copy of the current investment statement relating to any investment or investments for which such a document is required is available free of charge from a Westpac Financial Adviser. hotpoints® is a registered trademark of Westpac Banking Corporation. Credit Card Conditions of Use and hotpoints® terms and conditions apply. Westpac Term Cover (life insurance) and Flexicover (home loan insurance) are underwritten by Westpac Life-NZ-Limited, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Westpac Financial Services Group-NZ-Limited, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141, incorporated in Australia (New Zealand division). Westpac Life-NZ-Limited has an AA- Insurer Financial Strength rating given by standard & Poors ( Australia) Pty Limited on 2 December 2011. The rating scale is: AAA Extremely Strong, AA Very Strong, A Strong, BBB Good, BB Marginal, B Weak, CCC Very Weak, CC Extremely Weak, R Regulatory Action, NR Not Rated. Plus (+) or minus (-) following the ratings from ‘AA’ to ‘CCC’ show relative standings within the major rating categories. Westpac Life-NZ-Limited complies with the Practice Standards of the Investment, Savings and Insurance Association NZ Inc. Home, Contents, Vehicle and Boat Cover insurance is arranged by Westpac and underwritten by Lumley General Insurance (N.Z.) Limited. Neither Westpac New Zealand Limited nor any member of the Westpac Group guarantees the obligations of Westpac Life-NZ-Limited or Lumley General Insurance (N.Z) Limited. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply to all insurance cover mentioned and can be found in the relevant policy documents. Disclosure statements under the Financial Advisers Act are available on request and free of charge from Westpac or a Westpac Financial Adviser. Westpac New Zealand Limited. JN11187

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Tough. Reliable. Versatile. We’ve got the whole range of qualities. At Toro, we know you would never be willing to compromise your standards on a job. We know, because like you, we’re not willing to either. We’ve worked hard to ensure that every machine in the Toro Construction range oﬀers a wide variety of advantages, like innovative technology, reliable parts, versatile attachments and durable designs. That’s why all of our machines oﬀer you greater capabilities, easier maneuverability and dependability on the job, and not just one or the other. We’ve worked hard on our machines, so that you don’t have to.

What works for you? Purchase, rent or rent-to-buy? MIMICO provides a full range of rental and purchase options on mobile crushing and screening equipment. Most of our in-stock new and used equipment is available for rental at competitive rates. We are here to help whatever your requirement. MIMICO is your full service distributor. With one call we can offer complete services to all brand name crushing and screening equipment. Our Parts Department has a extensive inventory and years of experience that can deliver those hard to find parts. Talk to MIMICO. MIMICO is the New Zealand distributor of major brand equipment, parts and service.

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