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FEATURES 20 Shifting to electric 28 Watch out for cyber fraud

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HRIA national update Making farms safer Prioritising safe work Supporting mental health on the job

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Timing is everything Lending a helping hand What makes a great accountant?

HRIA national update Vale Dave Single Are you ready for the future?

A sustainable plan Making farms safer Prioritising safe work Supporting mental health on the job Thinking clearly Shifting to electric Express delivery and deployment Why liability insurance is so important Important changes to the WHS Act Watch out for cyber fraud

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Access in Action Onwards and upwards Support, grow and promote awareness A new virtual experience Innovating is essential The best $788 you will ever spend Powering on with solar Six stars all the way

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Events We will survive Return to Sport Toolkit launched A special event for all

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HIRE AND RENTAL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION LTD ABN 70 093 630 847 HRIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Mark Burton Tel: 0407 608 420 Vice President Tony Symons Tel: 0421 051 367 Past President Jeff Bernard Tel: 0439 885 188 Chief Executive Officer James Oxenham Tel: 02 9998 2255

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Operations Director Nicholas Chiew Tel: 02 9998 2255 NSW President Nathan Venables Tel: 02 4283 6733 VIC President Ken Maher Tel: 03 9369 880 QLD President Christie McCormack Tel: 07 3326 6200 SA President Ben Quirk Tel: 08 8370 2488 WA President Craig Palmer Tel: 0457 308 066 EVENT DIVISION

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President Erin Johnston Tel: 02 4256 2439 HRIA PO Box 1304, Mona Vale NSW 1660 Tel: 02 9998 2255 Fax: 02 9998 2299 Email: info@hireandrental.com.au Web: www.hireandrental.com.au PUBLISHER – HRIA Tel: 02 9998 2255 Web: www.hireandrental.com.au EDITORIAL Editor: Louis White Tel: 0423 410 388 Email: louis.white@hireandrental.com.au

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Timing is everything This quarter has been the epitome of a mixed bag as the pandemic continues to create interesting times for our industry.

President’s message

BY MARK BURTON HRIA NATIONAL PRESIDENT

On the one hand, how good was it to finally be able to hold a convention? The HIRE21 event was a fantastic opportunity to come together and look at the year that was and enjoy a catch up over a casual drink with our colleagues. The convention was jammed packed with useful information which we can all take into the year ahead. I’d like to extend a huge thank you again to all those who attended for making this convention successful.

In the spirit of coming together, I’d also like to reach out to all our NSW members to remind you that you’re not alone; our associations are here to support you. It can be difficult to put your hand up for help or a willing ear, but we’re ready, willing, and able should you need it. On a positive note, we have done this before, and we will navigate our way through it again.

We farewell an industry great I was deeply saddened to hear of Dave Single’s passing. Dave was one of the industry’s most significant contributors, beginning his access career in 1975, only retiring in 2014 due to health reasons.

He went on to be a highly respected consultant and played a significant role in the development and refinement of the Australian Standards for Telehandlers.

“We have done this before, and we will navigate our way through it again.”

Dave’s passion and commitment to improve the safety standards of the Elevating Work Platform industry was well known within the industry.

This commitment extended to sharing his extensive knowledge with whomever needed it. In his words, “We don’t compete on safety, that should be equal for everyone.” He was the first recipient of the EWPA Award for Services to the Access Industry back in 2017.

The following year, the award was renamed in his honour and the Dave Single Award is now presented at HRIA national conventions to those members who have made an extraordinary contribution to the EWPA that is worthy of special recognition.

Dave enjoyed immense respect across the Hire and Rental and EWPA sector, including mine, and was a very caring and considerate friend to many in our industry.

Dave will be missed and leaves behind an enormous legacy through his work to make people’s lives safer over many decades.

Minimum wage increases On a more practical note, a number of minimum wage increases have been announced with the first being implemented 1 July 2021, and with two more scheduled for 1 September 2021 and 1 November 2021. An updated modern award summary is available to HRIA members on HRNet (please note you must be logged into the HRIA website to access this) which sets out all wage increases that will be applied. HRNet is also available to assist members with any issues.

Wishing you all a safe second half of 2021.

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Lending a helping hand The Elevating Work Platform Association of Australia (EWPA) provided a handy overview of what’s been happening in front and behind the scenes, highlighting the impact that COVID-19 has had on how we do business.

As with HRIA, we’ve added a coronavirus web page on the restrictions for members and are supporting members with additional Zoom meetings and social media group. We’ve joined the lobby for industry to remain open as an essential service and have been working with expert partners to assist members, through MST Lawyers for human resource issues and HLB Mann Judd for accounting and business advisory. Work has started on AS 2550.1, however, there are some expected disruptions due to lockdowns.

We hosted our own stand at HIRE21, which was a big success. We would like to extend our thanks to all those who visited us and to our volunteers.

The EWPA sponsored the Access Night Dinner on Wednesday with guest speaker Mick Colliss.

Online activity New EWPA and TSHA websites are currently being reviewed and improvements made. The TSHA Good Practice Guide is online getting good exposure through LinkedIn, and the Guidance on Machine Conditions has been published, including working underground and shotcrete. This has had record views online.

We will be running webinars to update all our ATs with the new Trainers Manual and CPD requirements. We will also be running ‘demo days’ for the regulators to assist them with their knowledge of MEWPs. Our Chain of Responsibility courses ran from December 2020 to May 2021. Stand out sessions from our member webinar series were Spotters and Secondary Guarding, with record attendance for an online webinar.

“New EWPA and TSHA websites are currently being reviewed and improvements made.”

The national office has worked closely with Victorian Farmers Federation, and we shared their guide recently to coincide with National Farm Safety week.

We are now working with Queensland associations on their guidance for telehandlers in agriculture.

We are looking forward to getting back to as normal as possible in 2021 and more meetings and less restrictions.

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ALICIA’S MESSAGE

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What makes a great accountant?

BY ALICIA NEILSEN, ASSOCIATE PARTNER, FORDHAM BUSINESS ADVISORS

Whether you are a business owner, an employee, a parent, or all of the above, one thing is bound to be true: there just aren’t enough hours in the day to do it all.

That’s why many of us put our trust in others to look after our affairs and provide much needed advice.

When I meet a new client, I often ask them why they want to move on from their current accountant. The most common reasons I hear focus on lack of proactive advice, and feeling as a client, they getting all the information they need to know.

I use a simple analogy to help people distinguish a good accountant from a great accountant. If you have a bowl of apples, a good accountant will tell you how many apples are in the bowl. A great accountant will challenge you and ask you questions including do you need more apples, how fresh are they, do you want different fruit, a bigger bowl and who is eating it.

It might sound silly, when we put them in the context of your personal affairs, choosing an accountant who asks the extra questions can be the difference between surviving and thriving.

“Many clients have idle cash sitting around that could be better invested.”

Over the course of a year, there are a few magic windows of opportunity where accountants like to take the time to review a clients “bowl of fruit”. Tax planning time head the list, being a busy and important

couple of months in the lead up to the end of the financial year.

During tax planning, a great accountant will help you investigate a few common issues, starting with your expected profit or earnings for the year, and your expected tax bill. They will also look for effective ways to maximise deductions and minimise your tax. More complex issues may include ensuring clients with a trust in their structure understands what the requirements of it are. Businesses should also keep their eye on assets and investments performance.

There a whole host of other factors a great accountant can help you with that look at the bigger, long term picture. Many clients have idle cash sitting around that could be better invested or assets which are not held in the right place, by the right people.

I also recommend businesses look at their current risk exposure and ensure they have the right insurance in place.

Likewise, look out for unnecessary debt — and conversely, when it is advantageous to take on more debt. There may also be opportunities to contribute into superannuation that an accountant can provide advice on. The structure of your business should also be assessed periodically, with an eye for whether it is still set up in the right way for control and succession purposes.

It’s surprising just how many of these important questions aren’t being asked or aren’t getting the attention they deserve.

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HRIA national update The Hire and Rental Industry Associations has provided regular updates on the activities undertaken on behalf of members over the past few months, as well as a look at what’s coming up next.

The Hire and Rental Industry Association’s July meeting provided an overview of the activities undertaken on behalf of our members over the past few months, as well as a look at what’s coming up next. As a quick side note, state meetings are planned but will need to remain flexible for the coming months with respect to COVID-19 management, and we appreciate and thank you for your patience, and apologise for previous cancellations.

Our HIRE21 conference exceeded expectations, and we thank all involved for making it a success. We are already in planning mode for HIRE22, which will be held in Adelaide. In terms of online activity, the Member Webinar series which ran throughout 2020 and into 2021 has now expanded to monthly webinars.

Neither last nor least, planning for the promotion of Safe Work Month in October is underway.

COVID19 updates and resources for members We’ve provided a handy Coronavirus page covering restrictions, with state specific notices to assist members. We’re also providing support for the Events Industry with focus group meetings and lobbying. We’re continuing to utilise our online options, providing informal Zoom catch ups with events members, and hosting an Events Member’s Facebook group and Coronavirus Discussion Group on social media.

We’re lobbying for general hire to remain open as an essential service and have produced a COVID19 Practical Guidance for Hire Companies to help members navigate the challenges and regulations as they stand. HRIA partners are continuing to assist members, HRNet and HLB Mann Judd providing useful support in the current environment.

“Our HIRE21 conference exceeded expectations, and we thank all involved for making it a success.

Highlights in brief We ran 30 face to face Chain of Responsibility courses between December 2020 and May 2021, funded by the NHVR. We’ve applied for funding for the 2022–23 financial year to further build CoR awareness, with the next round being an extension of online learning to reach more people.

We met with the Assistant Minister to the Attorney General in March 2021 in a final push for the hire industry to be removed from the PPSA, and our lobbying efforts will be ongoing.

The Young Professionals Network and Women in Hire & Access update were adapted for an online environment during the pandemic, with the 2021-22 programs soon to go live.

Our HATS program continued in 2021 as a hybrid course of face to face and online sessions. Government funding is also available in some instances. Please contact the national office or Strategic Alignment Training for details.

HRIA Insurance has been relaunched with a new partner – Hire Insurance Brokers. Please check out the HRIA website or contact the National office for more details.

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Vale: Dave Single

BY JAMES OXENHAM

The access industry lost a great man in Dave Single, who passed away on 21st July 2021. I had the pleasure of knowing Dave for 10 years, and in that time, I have not met anyone more passionate about safety.

As I read through the comments on Dave’s LinkedIn page, the impression he left on hundreds of people is truly inspiring. With messages of condolence from so many countries, it’s fair to say Dave was highly respected around the world. When it came to safety, he would highlight areas he believed could be improved and call out anything he believed was wrong. It’s hard to imagine our next EWPA NSW event without Dave, who rarely missed a meeting and always had so much to contribute.

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Are you ready for the future?

In April 2021 HLB Mann Judd in collaboration with HRIA, EWPA and TSHA undertook a Hire & Rental Industry Sentiment Benchmark survey. A full copy of the Benchmarking Sentiment report can be found on the HRIA website.

BY NICHOLAS GUEST PARTNER, ADVISORY

The benchmarking survey was designed to allow members of the hire and rental industries to gain insight into and share feedback in relation to their experiences in responding to the opportunities and challenges in the Australian economy as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and a range of natural disasters and operating outlook for the industry.

Some key observations from the sentiment benchmark included: • Impact on business and responses to the COVID-19 pandemic • Future outlook and sentiment

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• Productivity and innovation barriers and opportunities • Strategic planning initiatives • Business systems and processes.

We observed that the COVID-19 pandemic and related government and community responses have had different impacts on members of the hire and rental industries.

Some sectors and businesses have been devastated by the restrictions in travel/ tourism and events, while other sectors have been able to adapt and benefit from increased stimulus support for the construction and infrastructure industries.

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What can we learn from this report? Are you future-ready?

More than 60% of participants indicated that they may contemplate exiting their business or retirement in the next five years. From our experience working with business owners and key stakeholders the best results from any succession planning are achieved by commencing the process as early as possible.

By being future ready allows stakeholders the flexibility in being able to plan and maximise the advantages in determining the timing of their eventual exit from a fulltime involvement in their business. The initial steps to consider include ensuring your business and strategic plan are up to date and reflect the current operations, the stakeholder’s personal goals, and consider the risks and strategic opportunities of the business.

Factors that influence the success of an ultimate sale or succession from a business include the businesses profitability, nature and quality of staff and customer relationships and culture, physical location and quality of assets, level of debt, internal business processes relating to legal and governance matters and the detailed staffing and succession plans of the business.

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documented internal processes and IT systems plus well-maintained plant and equipment.

To maximise the value and potential success of a business exit the following five factors need to be addressed: Financial Information – a higher value will be achieved where financial information is complete, internal reporting systems, budgeting and forecast processes are robust.

Business strategy – lower value will result from minimal growth options, no business plan and poor competitive position; while higher value will result from attractive acquisition opportunities, a strong business plan or strategy with key milestones noted.

Staffing – lower value will result from reliance on the CEO or managing director, an inexperienced management team and key employees not ‘locked in’ to the business. Higher value will result from succession plans, management incentive plans, employment agreements and restrictive covenants Business processes – lower value will result from weak supplier relationships, no documented internal processes and poorly maintained plant and equipment.

Higher value will result from strong customer and supplier relationships,

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Legal and Governance – lower value will result from non-transferable legal agreements, outstanding litigation little to no risk management or corporate governance in place. Higher value will result from sale friendly legal agreements established risk management and strong corporate governance policies.

By having well documented strategic plans in place along with strong internal systems and staff succession plans you will add value to the day-to-day operations of the business as well as the overall value that may be achieved on the exit of the business.

Next steps HLB Mann Judd offers a complimentary initial business review to all members of the HRIA, EWPA and TSHA. We’d welcome the opportunity to discuss your succession plans with you in greater detail.

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A sustainable plan Coates and Seven Group Holdings are working together to build a sustainable approach to climate change.

Upping the ante on their recognition of the science behind climate change, Seven Group Holding (SGH) recently announced the evolution of the groups approach to sustainability in late February this year, with Coates pledging to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. The move is in line with their ongoing commitment to supporting the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global temperature rise to less than two degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels.

Coates will be launching their sustainability strategy at the end of September 2021 which will talk to their future commitments as well as the work they are currently doing. One recent example is the move to ensure all Coates’ diesel engine-powered plant and equipment can use blended Biodiesel up to B7. Biodiesel has proven its sustainability, reliability and efficiency in recent years while producing significantly less emissions than standard diesel fuel.

The announcement builds on SGH’s history of community contributions, emphasis on re-usage and recycling of capital equipment, and strong focus on workplace safety. The company will report on sustainability efforts under the globally accepted GRI framework on an annual basis. As part of this framework, the move will see them make climaterelated disclosures in line with Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures recommendations.

Coates’ inaugural sustainability plan recognises that sustainability is a key aspect of current and future business success. The plan is designed to meet key stakeholder expectations, enhance the brand, and support Coates’ vision to be the market leader in safe, smart and sustainable equipment solutions.

“Coates will be launching their sustainability strategy at the end of September 2021 which will talk to their future commitments as well as the work they are currently doing.“

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Making farms safer The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) Farm Safety Team have partnered with the Telescopic Handler Association to develop the Telehandler Safety Handbook.

Created in the wake of a tragic incident at a Wimmera feedlot in November 2020, the practical guide for farmers highlights key safety considerations. A two-page flyer is also available that can be printed for employees, posted on noticeboards or made available in machinery sheds and tea rooms.

Powerlines are a significant hazard

Telehandler Safety Handbook

This safety resource has been developed by the Victorian Farmers Federation, in conjunction with the Telescopic Handler Association (TSHA), to increase awareness for farmers of the machinery’s operation and how to prevent accidents while in use.

A versatile machine for agricultural work, the advantages of a telehandler can pose serious risks if it’s not used correctly. If not operated correctly, the telehandler can tip over or contact power lines, and loads can slip off and attachments can come loose, all causing injuries and fatalities. Unfortunately, these incidents have been increasing and promoting safe practices are a priority, and twenty per cent of on-farm injuries are caused by farm machinery, including telehandlers.

The free resources aim to deliver free farm safety tools and services that are accessible, practical and useful to all Victorian farmers to support farmer and workers’ safety, wellbeing and mental health. In addition to these documents, two safety advisers are available to provide advice and support to all Victorian farmers, free of charge. The safety advisers spend three to four days a week visiting farms all over Victoria, undertaking safety audits and consulting with farmers.

Telehandlers, safety and you A telehandler or Telescopic Handler is a versatile machine for agricultural work, but its advantages can pose serious risks if it’s not used correctly.

Telehandlers typically have a side-mounted cab, with the boom mounted to the right of the cabin. The operator’s view from the cab may be obstructed by the boom, cab pillars and other parts of the structure and visibility can also be restricted when reversing or lifting large loads.

Hazards

If not operated correctly, the telehandler can tip over or contact power lines, and loads can slip off and attachments can come loose, all causing injuries and fatalities. Unfortunately, these incidents have been increasing and promoting safe practices are a priority.

This guidance will assist farmers in highlighting a range of considerations that combined serve to improve the ‘state of knowledge’ on Telehandler safety for the industry.

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The guide covers common hazards, training and licensing requirements, safety considerations, and working with attachments. It also has a handy Risk Assessment Checklist operators can work through before using a telehandler.

The Making our Farm Safer project is funded by Smarter, Safer Farms, a $20 million Victorian Government commitment to improve safety and skills outcomes for Victorian farmers.

Be aware of your surroundings when operating a Telehandler, assess the terrain, use attachments that are fit-for-purpose and ensure the equipment is well maintained.

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Dangers to look out for: • overturning • electrocution – overhead powerlines • contact with workers, pedestrians and bystanders • unsecured loads falling leading to crushing • inappropriate or poorly maintained handling attachments • unsafe procedures • attachments inappropriately used as work platforms (e.g. standing on forks and pallets) • attachments not secured properly • unintended movement of the machine

Telehandler Safety Handbook

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You can download the guide from the website at www.TSHA.com.au or call the national office on 02 9998 2222

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Prioritising safe work Drawing on the experience and expertise of the members of the Access Industry, EWPA have developed the Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) Safe Working Condition Guide, which was launched in July to raise awareness of the risk associated when MEWPs are damaged or contaminated.

When used correctly, they’re an effective way to safely work at height, and have a proven record in reducing accidents when operated and maintained in a proper working order. Their versatility and adaptability mean that these machines are used in a wide range of applications and many various industries. However, people have been seriously injured and killed in accidents involving MEWPs. While the complete and comprehensive guide is available online, HRIA is pleased to provide an overview of the advice covered.

The basics MEWPs require maintenance to keep them in a safe working condition. And while they can be used in harsh environments including construction sites, tunnels, mining, demolition, ground engineering and other industrial settings, when used in severe conditions additional measures must be taken for safe operation.

The work environment, plus the frequency and severity of use can significantly impact the working condition of the MEWP. It can be exposed to a variety of occupational and environmental

hazards that could affect the safe working condition of the machine.

If its shotcreting, demolition, painting, or other severe applications, it is common for a MEWP to be covered in overspray, paint, concrete, slag, excessive dust and other substances or damaged from collision.

This can reduce the function and effectiveness of components critical to the occupants’ safety such as operating controls, safety devices, emergency lowering devices, moving parts, instructions and warning decals. It can also conceal areas of damage and

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MEWP Safe Working Condition

Keeping the machine in a safe and satisfactory condition when operating in harsh environments Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) can be used in harsh environments such as – construction sites, tunnels, mining, demolition, ground engineering and other industrial settings.

When used in these severe conditions then additional measures must be taken for safe operation.

What work environments

The work environment, plus the frequency and severity of use can significantly impact the working condition of the MEWP. It can be exposed to a variety of occupational and environmental hazards that could affect the safe working condition of the machine.

If its shotcreting, demolition, painting, or other severe applications, it is common for a MEWP to be covered in overspray, paint, concrete, slag, excessive dust and other substances or damaged from collision.

This can reduce the function and effectiveness of components critical to the occupants’ safety such as operating controls, safety devices, emergency lowering devices, moving parts, instructions and warning decals. It can also conceal areas of damage and inhibit proper visual inspection during operational and maintenance checks.

Without implementing adequate measures, the MEWP can place the occupants and other people at risk of serious injury or death.

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inhibit proper visual inspection during operational and maintenance checks.

or failing to return to neutral to overturning or structural failure.

Without implementing adequate measures, the MEWP can place the occupants and other people at risk of serious injury or death.

To mitigate these risks, you can select and use a MEWP that is suitable for the task and environment and discuss accessories or options that are designed for working in harsh environments with the manufacturer. It’s also recommended an appropriate risk assessment focusing on what to check for in harsh conditions is conducted and areas that need additional protection are identified.

When is it unsafe?

The MEWP manufacturer’s manuals outline the key operating and maintenance requirements needed to keep MEWPs in a safe and satisfactory condition. A MEWP that is damaged, covered in debris or exposed to contamination may not function correctly.

The consequences range from operating and emergency controls becoming faulty

Longer term, using protective coverage on control boxes and other key elements where required is recommended, as is conducting daily and pre-operation inspections – including checking that the

“Focus on what to check for in harsh conditions.”

interior of booms, chassis and wheels/ tracks are clean and clear and overspray and debris is regularly cleaned off.

MEWPs that are deemed to be in an unsafe condition need to be immediately removed from service and tagged with the information recorded in the logbook.

You should refer to the EWPA Good Practice Guide for pre-operation checks and routine inspections – and if you can’t keep it clean and maintain it, don’t use it.

The EWPA provides safety and technical resources plus training programs, including the EWPA Yellow Card. To find out more about the EWPA or to download the MEWP Safe Working Condition Guide, please visit www.ewpa.com.au or call 02 9998 2222.

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Supporting mental health on the Job The HRIA is committed to proactively raising awareness and providing support for mental health and wellbeing with all our members.

Improving workplace mental health is in everyone’s interests, and we all have a role to play. Recognising the issues of mental health in the rental and associated sectors, HRIA are a proud campaign supporter of Heads Up — an initiative of Beyond Blue.

Heads up calls on business leaders to make a commitment and start taking action in their workplaces. It encourages everyone in the workplace to play their part in creating a mentally healthy working environment, take care of their own mental health, and look out for their colleagues. There are also laws aimed at assisting; both employers and employees have formal rights and responsibilities under discrimination, privacy, and work health and safety legislation.

According to Beyond Blue, more than three million Australian’s are living with anxiety or depression. Those within the hire and rental industry are not immune.

In fact, considering the number of small and medium sized businesses, as well as the industry being a male dominated one, this is one of the largest social issues facing those working within our industry.

As a campaign supporter of Beyond Blue, the HRIA is pleased to share with all HRIA members the Supporting Small Business Page on Beyond Blue’s Heads Up website.

This guide outlines actions anyone can take to support a client, customer, supplier, family member or friend.

It’s just good business practice “Small business owners have told Beyond Blue they want mental health resources to be available through their business networks so they can access the information through established and trusted contacts,” Georgie Harman, Beyond Blue CEO, said.

James Oxenham, the CEO of HRIA said the association is committed to encouraging best practice and safety in the hire industry. “With mental health and wellbeing being identified as an issue for our industry the HRIA is proud to be a Beyond Blue campaign supporter.”

Having a mentally healthy workforce is vital to the success of any organisation and not addressing mental health issues can have a negative financial impact. By creating a mentally healthy workplace, you can increase the engagement and productivity of staff, and reduce absenteeism and the number of any stress claims.

It’s time to normalise caring for everyone “We all need to bring the discussion of mental health into the mainstream, to remove the stigma and to spread the word it is always a good idea to check in with your co-workers and ask: ‘How is everything going? Are you OK?’” Mark Burton, HRIA President, said.

He said the HRIA Board are very keen to support and spread the message to as many of our members as possible.

Mental Health professionals are available at the Beyond Blue Support Service via phone 24/7 on 1300 224 636 or via www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support for online chat (3pm—12am AEST or email responses within 24 hours).

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Thinking clearly NSW has become the first state in Australia to introduce an industry wide framework to improve mental health at work.

The code of practice formally clarifies the legal responsibilities businesses have to address hazards in the workplace that have the potential to cause psychological or physical harm.

The code is intended for anyone conducting a business or undertaking and those who have duties under the Workers Health and Safety Act. It is ideal for those who have functions or responsibilities that involve managing exposure to psychosocial hazards and risks to psychological and physical health and safety at work. It provides practical guidance on the process you

can use to accurately identify and manage psychosocial hazards at work.

A copy of the Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work can also be found on the Resources page of the HRIA website.

No business ever wants to see their workers harmed just because they did their job.

This Code applies to all work and workplaces covered by the WHS Act. Throughout this code, the reasonably practicable limitation under section 18 of the WHS Act applies to the general duty.

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Shifting to electric The push is on for electric vehicles around the world as manufacturers produce vast numbers across an array of vehicle types. Keith Clarke Haulotte Australia General Manager looks at the latest developments.

When looking at the reasons behind the growing appetite for electric vehicle fleets worldwide – tipped to help address the environmental impact of traditional diesel vehicles, we must look to the varying global market regulations which have triggered the shift toward electric EWP equipment. Understanding these regulations shines a light on potential reasons they are not being embraced in the same way in Australia as they are in other countries.

emissions of particulate matter and adds a new restriction in terms of number of particles, forcing manufacturers to equip non-road engines of between 19kW and 560kW with diesel particulate filters. China has also committed to the same standards as the European Stage program, currently implementing stage III for diesel vehicles.

For background, fossil fuels represent around 80% of energy sources, and it is becoming increasing difficult to extract them as supply dramatically reduces.

Meanwhile on road and off-road vehicles are a major source of air pollution around the world. Vehicles are responsible for carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons (a toxic compound of hydrogen and carbon), nitrogen oxides and particulate matter.

These emissions can lead to dramatic health concerns for the respiratory system and heart, not to mention the impact on the natural environment.

As we lag behind, the question remains, why isn’t Australia formally committed to a program for NRMM vehicles? As a nation we place a high value on our amazing landscape, flora and fauna, yet we have not made a commitment to reduce emissions from our NRMM vehicles.

Around the world there are also individual city commitments to green spaces, low emissions, and air quality improvements.

Since 2008, London has operated one of Europe’s largest Low Emission Zones (LEZ) affecting road and off-road vehicles.

Changing fuel sources to save the planet The world is starting to develop systems and strategies to curb this alarming trend of environmental damage. 195 countries, including Australia, signed the Paris agreement promising to reduce its emissions by 26 to 28 per cent from 2005 levels by 2030. In addition, Europe and North America have different regulations they’ve already implemented relating to diesel engines.

A step-by-step schedule is underway called STAGE program for Europe and TIER program for North America. These provide dates and goals towards the elimination of diesel engine use and manufacturing of non-road mobile machinery (NRMM). Stage V has now commenced and will require lower levels of carbon monoxide and nitrogen monoxide and sets stricter limits on

What’s the holdup in Australia?

It has now been extended to include NRMM vehicles that enter the Low Emission Zone, which must now have engines that meet the Stage IV emission standards. Australian cities could lead the way in committing to electric machines for dedicated green zones.

There is the argument that the electricity mix in Australia is not the same as Europe, with our strong reliance on brown and black coal. The shift is happening towards more sustainable/renewable power sources with South Australia over 60% and Tasmania now 100% renewable energy sources. Even when considering a majority still being coal production, Bloomberg NEF found the EV motor is around 85–90 per cent efficient when converting coal-fired energy to power.

Carbon dioxide emissions from batterypowered vehicles were around 40 per cent lower than for internal combustion engines in 2019.

As we lag behind, the question remains, why isn’t Australia formally committed to a program for NRMM vehicles?

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The technology is ready. Most manufacturers are now producing hybrid or fully electric machines for EWP use.

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The technology is ready. Most manufacturers are now producing hybrid or fully electric machines for EWP use. We at Haulotte have made the strategic decision to only produce electric machines from now on. The market is ready, sales for electric powered machines have increased over a 250% over three years in Australia.

Their flexibility to not disrupt surrounding areas with noise and emissions are making them the first choice for a lot of hirers and renters. However, with no commitment to any sort of engine stage program, it is not odd to see 15-year-old machines still running on many sites, contributing to the emissions levels.

The beauty of a stage/tier program is a gradual shift and phase out of the

old inefficient technology and future commitment to more sustainable options.

Australia has no major machine/engine manufacturing so can be flexible with its timeframes. But that should not stop us from taking a leading ethically responsible position to preserve in any way we can the unique environmental position that makes our country so great! Let us call on those with influence, not just to meet the Paris accord, but to explore what else can we do.

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Express delivery and deployment An innovative twist on a traditional work site solution is set to boost efficiency for a raft of industries including mining, construction and road works.

Created by national shipping container company Royal Wolf in a 40-foot container, the Site Hub is available now for hire — with same day delivery and deployment in some metropolitan areas.

It’s equally ideal for off-grid use, and can be delivered anywhere in Australia, meaning teams can start work without delay.

Designed in consultation with customers, the Site Hub delivers a product that not only meets customer needs but goes the extra mile.

“The Site Hub came about from one of Royal Wolf’s values, and that is to listen to our customers,” Danny Nichol, Royal Wolf National account manager for Portable Buildings, said. “There’s not enough of this product in the market, which is a void we hope to fill.”

With all the amenities of a modern workplace, the Site Hub features a stainless-steel kitchenette, fridge, hot water system, toilet and hand-wash basin, lunchroom, office area and security bars.

It also features generous storage area and a 12-volt fridge that runs off a solar system.

Neither last nor least, the Site Hub can run on-site without being hooked up to water

or mains power — it’s got its own little pump — a 1000-litre water supply, so when you’re not plugged into the main water, you can just turn on the tap.

The Site Hub is available to hire across a diverse range of industries, including building and construction, mining, and roadworks, and is ideal for regional sites that have limited access to power or water.

“It provides a facility where staff can quickly have a cup of coffee, they can store gear there. It just makes the site more efficient,” Nichol said. This also makes the ideal solution for more regional areas, where there’s no access to amenities.

Royal Wolf’s South Queensland regional manager Brendon Greatrex, who played an integral role in the design and development of the Site Hub, said it was designed to answer the needs of a range of industries — including building and construction to road works — and can be deployed as an on-site, one-stop-shop.

“This enables our customers to drop these units on the ground anywhere in Australia; already completely selfcontained,” Greatrex said.

“Neither last nor least, the Site Hub can run on-site without being hooked up to water or mains power.”

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Why liability insurance is so important Injuries in the workplace can happen to employees and third party contractors.

Make sure you are covered in order to stop an expensive bill.

There are many examples of injuries in the workplace that can be experienced by a customer or contractor. For example: a customer slips and falls over in your hire yard and sues your company for the injuries they have suffered.

A customer is injured from using equipment hired from you and sues your company for medical expenses claiming you hired unsafe equipment.

While it is easy to say, this won’t happen to my business, even if the risk seems low the financial implications can be significant. What’s even more alarming is you don’t have to be directly at fault for the legal fees to add up.

As an example, an organiser of a charity bike rider, was presented with a personal injury claim from an injured rider. The accusation was they owned sheep which

“Can your business afford not to have liability insurance?” had escaped a paddock and caused a motorbike accident. The accident happened on a public road and there were no other parties involved. This case incurred $5,000 in legal costs just to reply to the nuisance suit.

Where a claim is bought before the court, the costs can escalate. In one example, a hire company was faced with a $500,000 bill after a customer injured his ankle after the scaffolding trestle he hired collapsed.

The fall was minimal and required no hospitalisation, however, the injured party also claimed psychological injuries as a result of the minor fall. The costs incurred

in this claim were in excess of $400,000, with the legal costs being almost as great as the awarded damages.

Given the unpredictable nature of accidents, liability insurance can assist you with the costs of investigating, defending and settling demands, as well as compensation payments you are found legally liable to pay. Can your business afford not to have it?

For more information contact HRIA Insurance through your HRIA member portal.

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Important changes to the WHS Act The Work Health and Safety Amendment (Review) Act 2020 No. 10 came into effect on June 10, 2021, in NSW which has a direct impact on insurance arrangements.

From June 10, 2021, companies cannot enter or renew arrangements to protect or indemnity corporations or individuals against monetary penalties under NSW Work Health and Safety laws.

This will impact your management liability insurance. Your management liability policy can’t cover any fines or penalties imposed due to a work, health and safety fine or penalty to corporation or individuals. Your policy can still

provide cover for indemnity for legal costs associated with a potential WHS breach or enforceable undertaking.

The employment practices liability and crime section of your policy are unaffected by this change.

Please note, this change to the WHS act does not apply in all States. Both QLD and WA do not have the above reduction of cover imposed at present, however, this may change in the future.

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Watch out for cyber fraud Cyber fraud is rampant in society. It is not uncommon to pay a supplier invoice from electronic banking without putting a lot of thought into the fact that some details, such as the bank account number has changed.

It is not uncommon to pay a supplier invoice and think nothing of it until your supplier calls requesting payment of that invoice.

This causes confusion to the company because you have just paid the invoice but then the supplier tells you they didn’t change their bank account details.

This is now a classic case of cyber fraud.

You may have like so many other Australian businesses fallen victim to a cybercrime, it is so common the Australian Cyber Security Centre reports they receive one report of cyber crime every 10 minutes.

A change of bank account details on a supplier invoice is one of the more common cyber losses, often called social engineering or financial fraud claims. In this example an individual changed the bank account details of a supplier without phoning the supplier first contributed to the loss, however, there are also losses

with no known employee involvement, such as losses arising: • Where the correspondence between your business and the supplier are intercepted by the ‘hacker’, resulting in the payment details of an invoice being changed.

• Where the invoice looks like it is coming from the correct supplier, however, their email has been compromised or spoofed; meaning ‘the hacker’ has gained access to the supplier email account and sending out unauthorised emails, often intercepting the replying so the supplier does not even know it is happening until it is too late.

to the Chubb Cyber IndexSM claims data, there’s been a 1,215% increase in the number of commercial cyber insurance claims over the past 10 years and there is no evidence of this trend slowing down.

We hear businesses so often tell us it will never happen to them. Until it does.

What can I do to protect my business?

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (www.cyber.gov.au) has practical steps you can take to protect your business from Cyber threats. You can also look to mitigate your Cyber rights through insurance — talk to your insurance broker today about a Cyber policy that is right for your business.

• Where entire systems are ‘hacked’, unable to be used or accessed and your data/records are held for ransom.

If you are lucky to be one of the few companies yet to experience a cyber claim, you should ask yourself am I next? According

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36 Innovating is essential 38 The best $788 you will ever spend 40 It’s all in the name

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ELEVATING WORK PLATFORM ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA INC ABN 32 545 830 419 EWPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Doug Rawlings Tel: 08 9350 5700

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Vice President Tim Nuttall Tel: 03 9547 7700 Past President Rick Mustillo Tel: 02 9817 7610 Chief Executive Officer James Oxenham Tel: 02 9998 2222 Operations Director: Nicolas Chiew Tel: 02 9998 2222 NSW President: John Glover Tel: 0419 663 863

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VIC President: Keith Clarke Tel: 0400 369 900 QLD President: Richard Gannon Tel: 0437 477 279

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SA President: Jason Gaskin Tel: 08 8449 0500

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WA President: Will Reilly Tel: 0408 474 261 TECHNICAL DIRECTOR – OPERATIONS Peter Davis, Tel: 02 8796 50551 TECHNICAL DIRECTOR – ENGINEERING Peter Wenn, Tel: 03 9568 7211 COMMITTEE Luke Schubert, Tel: 0458 770 002 Bob Mules, Tel: 0402 982 999 James Nightingale, Tel: 1800 457 145

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The EWPA GOOD PRACTICE GUIDE for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) is available to everyone online at www.ewpa.com.au

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PRESIDENT: Stuart Walker Tel: 0418 849 107 EWPA & TSHA PO Box 1304, Mona Vale NSW 1660 Tel: 02 9998 2222 Email: info@ewpa.com.au Web: www.ewpa.com.au Opinions published in Hire & Rental Magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the association or the Editor.

The HRIA accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of any information contained in this magazine and readers should rely upon their own enquiries in making decisions related to their own interest. All rights reserved. ISSN 1838-1197

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Onwards and upwards One of the highlights since our last issue of Access in Action was HIRE21.

BY DOUG RAWLINGS EWPA PRESIDENT

What a fantastic event that we were lucky enough to get through without any Covid interruptions and it was great to see the industry really get behind the Convention and connect in person. The exhibitors and sponsors put on a great show and the numbers attending exceeded expectations. There were some great looking displays and worthy winners of the hire industry excellence awards.

Congratulations to all our award winners who you will see featured in this magazine.

President’s message

The EWPA had their own stand at HIRE21 for the first time, and I’d like to thank all those who volunteered to make it such a success.

Also, at HIRE21 the EWPA hosted the inaugural Access Night — An evening with Mick Colliss. Mick is one of the funniest speakers in Australia and I am sure all who attended enjoyed the night.

Thanks to all the MEWP manufacturers for their strong support, as without them we could not present such an interesting Convention for all to enjoy.

The office team will have just recovered from the tireless work done to make HIRE21 a success and will now be planning HIRE22.

Since the convention we have been able to hold a face-to-face board meeting in Adelaide, to check out where we will hold HIRE22.

The Adelaide venue looks great so all systems go for Adelaide in 2022.

COVID-19 still around Over the past months different states have been in lockdown and restrictions at different times.

The HRIA and EWPA have been working with governments to ensure our members’ businesses had clear guidance around when, where and how they could operate, to keep their businesses running safely in uncertain times. For the majority of our access equipment rental members, the industry has fared well, thanks largely to the construction industry remaining open (with the exception of some tougher restrictions at the end of July).

The Association will continue to liaise with the respective state governments as we navigate our way through the coming months and hopefully less lockdowns.

A valuable member benefit in current conditions is the access to expert advice, in human resources plus accounting and business advisory. HLB Mann Judd accountants and MST Layers have been able to assist many members with the financial and human resources issues that seem to be constantly changing as the pandemic remains with us.

Please be sure to check the association website for links to all the relevant notices affecting our industry, as well as links to our expert industry partners.

Guidance documents The EWPA have released documents that are intended to help operators recognise when machines are not safe to operate.

The MEWP Safe Condition Guide along with the Safe Condition Presentation gives companies direction on educating staff in the best practices and safe outcomes for all. This was one of our most successful campaigns and I’d like to thank Andrew and Sally for their work producing and promoting this important topic.

Truck mounted elevating work platforms Work has begun behind the scenes to support the truck mount members in the EWPA. A working group has been formed and we look forward to seeing resources from them in the future that will assist those working in the truck mount sector of our industry.

It is a very specialised area of MEWP’s and we are glad that some experienced members have volunteered to work in the team.

James Oxenham 10 years’ service Our CEO James Oxenham celebrated 10 years with the association in May 2021.

Congratulations James, well done, we are lucky to have you leading our team of dedicated staff.

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Support, grow and promote awareness

President’s message

BY STUART WALKER NATIONAL PRESIDENT. TSHA

Well, “goodbye” FY2021 and “hello” FY2022. As we close off the financial year my thoughts naturally drift to 2 topics; the year that was, and the year that will be.

Unpredictable, unprecedented, rollercoaster and some more blunt descriptions are certainly what comes to mind when reflecting on FY2021. To be honest, I would welcome an end to some of the more popular turns of phrase that have bubbled to the surface during the last 12 months. From “flattening the curve”, “the new normal”, “pivoting our business” and to the universally dreaded “lockdown” I would suggest that I’m not alone in wishing for the times where the added complexity and uncertainty of this pandemic weren’t hanging over our heads.

Through this whole period, I’m pleased that the TSHA has still been able to continue its work. Whilst meetings have been over Zoom with the usual “can you hear me” “can you see me”, the members of the National Executive and the team at the TSHA’s national office remain committed to supporting, promoting, and growing the telehandler industry, in particular the awareness of the TSHA in the wider community.

Good practice guide One of the highlights of the past financial year has included the release of the TSHA Good Practice Guide; a comprehensive guidance document that has been made freely available for the public to access via the TSHA website.

It was also reassuring to report a 19% increase in training activity over the past year for our Gold Card operator training.

With industry safety being a primary objective at the association, we view every successfully completed Gold Card as another incremental step towards safer working environments.

We have also made significant inroads with the agricultural industry in raising the awareness of our association. Our short form guide that we produced with the VFF has been well received and we are looking

to release this guide to other state and national based agricultural federations.

Looking forward into the new financial year, there will no doubt be continued uncertainty however my message to our members is that now is the time to take a step back and plan out your year. For me this includes proactively looking at how the TSHA can support your businesses over the course of the year. We are fortunate enough to have access to some fantastic membership benefits in terms of complimentary advisory services, insurance products and HR advice.

Advancing education amongst your staff With the challenges of recruiting and retaining good staff, I would specifically encourage members to consider enrolling staff in the various learning and education products that are available through our association. For the members on the National Executive, we have already seen the benefits of having our staff involved in programs such as the Young Professionals Network, Women in Hire & Access and the HATS programs. These fantastic programs are readily available to our members and many require nil net investment.

There are numerous other projects in the works at the TSHA so for my part, I look forward to the new financial year and the opportunities to grow the association. As always, I encourage our members to stay safe, stay positive and feel free to contact myself or any other members of the TSHA National Executive should they have any queries or comments!

For information on the member education programs, contact the TSHA national office on 02 9998 2222 or at info@tsha.com.au

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A new virtual experience In an industry first, JLG has released a virtual experience initiative created to help demonstrate the company’s broad range of products and support services to existing and prospective customers in a more engaging way.

In an industry first, JLG has released a virtual experience initiative created to help demonstrate the company’s broad range of products and support services to existing and prospective customers in a more engaging way. Dubbed ‘Access your World’, the on-demand platform provides a customer-focused virtual experience that allows visitors to intimately explore and consume information covering JLG’s products, services and technologies.

While similar technologies have been used in other industries, this initiative is a first for the lift equipment sector.

The platform includes access to several virtual job sites that feature JLG® products in use across multiple applications and stages of construction, providing equipment owners and end-users with the opportunity to explore the model ranges in working situations.

Key features include detailed virtual walkaround videos, downloadable product information and apps, and access to 3D hydraulic schematics. Additionally, Access your World can also be used to

order parts, sign up for training, schedule meetings and to ask questions of JLG experts, providing a healthy mix of virtual and ‘person-to-person’ interaction.

research, prompting JLG to consider new ways of doing things,” JLG Marketing and Product Manager (Australia and New Zealand), Arron Cooper said.

The concept was developed to better meet changing customer habits which eventuated during COVID-19. “We’ve witnessed considerable change in the way customers interact and engage with brands over the last 12 to 18 months, with travel restrictions and lockdowns seeing customers increasingly turn to digital means to source information and

The platform was designed to complement the company’s existing online presence, providing customers with alternative ways of gathering information and engaging with the company. “It delivers a more holistic customer experience, giving visitors to the website greater choice on when and how they gather information. It can also be used as a platform to highlight new product releases, providing certainty should inperson events and exhibitions be affected by future restrictions,” Cooper said.

“The concept was developed to better meet changing customer habits which eventuated during COVID-19.”

Access your World will continue to evolve in coming months with additional job sites and content in planning, to further enhance the visitor experience.

To register and enter JLG’s Access your World, please visit: https://jlgexperience.virtualevents-hub.com

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Technology and Innovation — sponsored by Point of Rental

Innovating is essential The Global Access Meeting kicked off HIRE21 week with a view to the future, focussing on emerging technology and innovation. The meeting provided participants with insight to what the future holds with an in depth look at technology’s projected impact on safety and regulations.

Stuart Walker, MD at Manitou Australia and TSHA President, introduced a new device on boom lifts which can identify if bystanders are below the boom lift basket, and if they are, respond by limiting movement. Existing technology such as reverse cameras and position sensors are prevalent in some applications such as aircraft maintenance, however monitoring people moving under a raised platform present a technical challenge. Using a local Australian supplier, a system has been developed and is in field trials with the end-user.

A key theme was the innovative nature of the industry; specifically, the use of technology to control risk and raise efficiency on worksites. As we know, nothing remains in place for too long, well-illustrated through the significant advances on crawler booms, novel applications for a straight stick boom, and pedestrian identification systems for use on MEWPs. Andrew Delahunt, Director of Resources at the EWPA, said the day was a terrific opportunity to showcase the advances in safety using technology. “As MEWPs and Telehandlers become increasingly sophisticated and dynamic, their utility and versatility take them into ever new applications. “ Speaking to how a major construction company will plan for and utilise telehandlers on site, Nathan Kiepe, Group Manager of Safety and Health at CPB Contractors; a major user of telehandlers, said the efficiency of telehandlers on construction sites is well known.

“However, many sites have variable and sloping terrain which can lead to unstable machines. Managing the use and operation in these environments has been the responsibility of the operator, and now with advances in LMS technology, it paves the way for control systems that adapt to load and the worksite.”

For example, the Italian designed Alma Crawler Billenium spider boom featuring safety devices which enable an adaptive working system, which contributes to the versatility and safety of the MEWP. Josh Coulson of Alma Pacific said the boom possesses an incredible ability to travel and lift over steep terrain using an extending crawler system and multiple stabilizer configurations.

Central to the meeting was how MEWPs and telehandlers are used in high-risk environments and the potential for incidents. Worksafe regulator, Stuart Davis from the engineering services unit from

Frequently innovation is driven by customer need to improve the safety of their workers.

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ), detailed what employers need to do to demonstrate EWP safety on work sites. He shared the example of a serious incident, where a work platform on a telescopic boom lift became caught on a rail beam. The opposing wheels lifted from the ground, then when the boom released the resulting movement catapulted the work platform into the overhead roof frame. This vividly described how the work environment can contribute to incidents and the need to identify obstructions and other hazards.

Safety Focussed Frequently innovation is driven by customer need to improve the safety of their workers.

The safety of operators is always the highest priority for the EWPA. Delahunt again provided some caution: “Not all these systems will become widespread and use, as some are targeted for specific work environments and risks. There is now a focus on ground conditions and slopes, with the EWPA supporting the discussions and research.

“We can’t forget that there is also new technology to reduce falls and electrocutions. It is exciting to see the progress and work together as an industry to shape the next steps.”

Other speakers on the day included Brett Jones, an auditor for the Office of Federal Safety Commissioner, James Nightingale from Skyreach, and Mark Whitbourn of Boom Logistics. Those in attendance were very appreciative of everyone who spoke and shared their knowledge for the benefit of the industry. There was great value at this year’s Global Access Meeting, where the EWPA brings together industry specialists and experts to address high risk concerns, and the technology driving safety improvements.

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The best $788 you will ever spend

BY MATTHEW HOCKING DIRECTOR, RESTRUCTURING & RISK, HLB MANN JUDD

In our experience, typically owners in the hire and rental industries have provided funding into their businesses either via equity or unsecured director-related party loans.

This funding, which can run to the tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars, is provided at the start of a new business and from time-to-time after that. Using these funding options unfortunately provides owners with minimal security over that funding in the event that business performance deteriorates, and insolvency occurs.

If funding is being provided by owners for expansion or working capital (even on an interim basis) why is that funding not secured?

Banks, financiers, private equity firms all protect the funding they provide to business, but business owners are less likely to do so. Why not? If the business were placed into insolvency, particularly in periods of uncertainty that can impact businesses without any control from owners/management, having funding/ loan protected by a security interest gives you as the owner a seat at the table in the event of financial distress or an insolvency.

The krodok product was created by lawyers but is designed for nonlawyers.

A simple inexpensive option A common reason given for not having the protection is that the process of putting a security interest in place is expensive and requires time that owners don’t have.

But what if there was a relatively simple and inexpensive option available that could rapidly and significantly improve an owner’s position?

In light of the significant uncertainty caused by COVID-19, we recommend owners undertake a review of the funding structures and if possible, implement actions to protect their position or improve the protection already in place. If owners currently have amounts that they have loaned to the business that remain unpaid, it is not too late to protect that investment.

But, the sooner that owners act, the more effective the protection will be.

Introducing krodok krodok is an online digital tool designed for owners. If you have invested your own funds in your company and want to secure your investment and future, you should consider krodok. The krodok product was created by lawyers but is designed for non-lawyers. It automatically generates enforceable documents that raises you to be a first-ranking creditor of your business without the fuss or expense of dealing with lawyers.

The krodok system takes between five and ten minutes to complete. Once it is in place, it protects any subsequent funding provided by owners after that time.

It aims to bypass expensive legal work while securing the protections that are built into the legal system that you may not know about. In effect, it: • secures personal investment of the owners against the company’s assets • raises you to ‘secured creditor’ status, like a bank, so that if your company becomes financially distressed, it provides priority to get back your debt before unsecured creditors

• allows greater chance for owners to restructure and keep their business; and • provides greater protection for actions against directors, including insolvent trading.

Because krodok raises the debt to a secured creditor status, it gives the owners more rights and powers even if the company becomes financially distressed — a secured creditor can have: • greater control over the company’s future including the ability to reorganise the company’s debts or negotiate a way for the company to trade out of a poor position and prosper • the ability, if the company can’t recover, to get paid back your investment above normal creditors; and • a registered interest on the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR), which is the most important step in being protected — without registration of the security interest on the PPSR it will not be enforceable in insolvency.

The krodok product was designed by experienced lawyers in the security registration and restructuring area; however, with all legal matters please ensure you understand the implications of the product, like having to have priority arrangement with your bank, with your advisers/lawyers as part of the process. krodok is a product recommended by HLB Mann Judd. krodok is not owned or financially affiliated in any way with HLB Mann Judd.

If you are interested in learning more about krodok and how $788 could improve your business, please either go to www.krodok.com.au or contact HLB Mann Judd through the HRIA member portal.

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Powering on with solar Solar farms and solar power are the future. Makinex showed what their expertise can deliver to provide a successful solution.

Tasked with providing 24/7 site power solutions for a 200MW solar farm construction site set on a solar farm built on more than 300 acres of grazed agricultural land in Wellington NSW, Makinex recently showed what expertise and product knowledge can deliver. The solution had to power a 6mx3m office and lunchroom for site security that stood on its own at the road front and meet a number of challenges.

Being close to the road and residents meant a quieter running option with fewer traffic movements was desired. The shed also needed to be relocatable if required.

While a connection to grid electricity would provide silent power, it would be costly, involve a longer set-up time, and need further work if the customer relocated the shed. The customer had decided on a diesel generator as it was cost-effective and portable. However, it did not meet the brief of a quieter solution and seemed counterproductive to burn diesel fuel 24/7 on a renewable energy site.

Saving big dollars and emissions by reducing diesel powered run-time Makinex determined the 20kVA Hybrid power system (HPS) was the optimal solution. The HPS met the customer’s brief of being easy to deploy, relocate, and simple to install, like a portable generator.

It can run 24/7 with no disruptions to the residents as the diesel generator component of the HPS would only run every couple of days for a few hours and at designated times during the day. Over 22 weeks, the HPS 20 operated 24/7, with the diesel generator component running for only 7 % of the time.

The results were a 93% reduction in generator run time, which directly relates to a significant decrease in fuel usage and servicing costs. This reduction in run time also reduced the traffic to the site, further reducing noise and improving site safety.

The added benefit of having reduced emissions on a renewable energy project was the cherry on top. Running the HPS as compared to a similar diesel generator for the same period reduced CO₂ Emissions by 20 tonnes.

“When the Makinex Team presented Kennards Hire with the opportunity to test the new hybrid generator, I instantly recognized this was an innovation that solved many challenges,” Konrad Stempniak, general manager from Kennards Group, said.

“The ability to run silently when on battery mode, environmental improvements with less emissions, and optimized fuel costs were immediately identified.

Furthermore, the inclusion of telematics allows my project teams to gain insight into numerous diagnostics — fuel levels, current draw, fault codes, at the click of a button, even when the unit is 100’s of kilometres away.”

The project shows by delivering portable, cleaner, quiet power and mitigating expenses involved with traditional grid or portable generator power, the HPS is everything it set out to be.

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Six stars all the way Originally developed for the Japanese market and first unveiled as a prototype vehicle, the Star 6 Crawler gave Australian customers a special exclusive preview at HIRE21. The preview prototype proved so popular several hire companies placed orders on the spot.

“When we first saw the prototype in Europe, we couldn’t wait to bring our customers here to see this little work horse,” Keith Clarke, general ganager of Haulotte Australia, said. “It’s the perfect addition to any fleet because it can go anywhere, through anything.”

Versatility is a key aspect of this machine.

It features excellent terrain capabilities, providing an operator easy access to all jobsites, inside or out. The crawling system not only enables the mast to go over the roughest terrains, but also significantly reduces the ground pressure, which is essential for driving on sensitive floors.

Not only is it suitable for outdoors, but the crawler can also navigate unstable, wet or uneven grounds, cross slopes up to 25% and traverse through 15cm of water.

With a zero turning radius, operators can maneuver in the most confined spaces.

The new vertical mast offers smooth and proportional movements for an unmatched precision and safety. It boasts a 200kg load capacity and space for two people in the basket thanks to the platform extension being standard for Australia and New Zealand.

“This machine can follow the job from the start, as the site is being prepared, all the

way to finishing on newly installed floors,” Clarke said.

United Forklift and Access Solutions was first to jump on board, Trent Osborne from United said their interest was initially piqued by the vertical lift, which prompted them to order it before production had even started.

“The Star 6 Crawler is a great compact all-rounder with thoughtful design. The non-marking tread makes it perfect for indoor, it can go through 15cm of water on a rough site and can be lifted lengthwise during transport phases thanks to dedicated forklift pockets,” Osborne said.

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FEATURES 50 HIRE21 Gala pictorial: A special event for all

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EVENTS PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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We will survive As I sit here and write this column, a large part of NSW is in lockdown.

BY ERIN JOHNSTON, HRIA, EVENTS DIVISION PRESIDENT

As I sit here and write this column, a large part of NSW is in lockdown. Likewise, lockdowns are happening across Victoria and South Australia. It feels as though we are travelling back in time 12 months and the roller coaster ride continues (not the fun kind!).

Many event businesses over the last 12 months have been unaffected due to their location, some hugely affected while still limping through, and others who just haven’t come out the other side of this pandemic- in short, the effects are diverse but nonetheless devastating.

From my perspective, prior to June this year our business was starting to feel a little normal again. We had just overcome a bumper second half of the 2020/2021 season, largely delivering a lot of postponed bookings. We had partially rebuilt our team and were even entertaining what new stock we may purchase for the 2021/2022 season — positivity for the future was strong, although we were all excited for the future, we were still very apprehensive and scarred from the past.

Come late June, the realisation we were heading towards another lockdown became very real and we started to field postponement and cancellation enquiries all over again. From there, the road we have travelled over the last month has been hard. If anything, I would say harder than the first time. Somehow rebuilding a second and third time just takes more out of you than it did the first. But here we are, still standing, taking the blows, and hoping for a better future.

Some valuable learnings I thought it may be helpful to provide some learnings I’ve cultivated after the last 12–18 months. Some of this you may have already learned yourself, but if I can impart just one piece of knowledge which helps your journey, I will be happy.

First and foremost, I will say look after yourself. Self-care and kindness to yourself is so important — those who

know me will laugh when they read this as you know this is the kind of advice I don’t take myself! But this pandemic has bought down even the strongest and mentally fit of us, so lean on those you need to and be kind. I have taken the time to really learn more about myself and try to make positive changes for the future- I won’t share what have I learnt about myself here, but let’s just say without this time, I may have gone years without taking the time to do this and time just passes by too quickly — life is too short!

Your staff are the backbone of your business. The first round of lockdowns we, like all others in our sector, stood the majority of our team down. Not knowing what the future held and without the crystal ball, and with no work on the horizon unsure of what COVID-19 even was, we shut the doors and the phone stopped ringing, and emails stopped landing in our inbox. Looking back, I know we didn’t have a choice, but it was one of the decisions I don’t necessarily regret, but I wish we had an alternative.

This time around we are into week four of lock down, and we have kept our team together- we are closed to the public and no jobs on the horizon in the short term, but we are buzzing away like little bees (COVID safe bees of course!). We are training, undertaking love projects that make our crew feel good, and generally providing a reason for our team to get up in the morning. It is costing us money, but it is an investment in the future of our business. Stay connected and don’t forget, without your team you will have no chance of bouncing back so do what you need to do to stay connected.

Know what support is available, and make sure you are surrounded by the right people who can help you maximise the support that is out there during this hard time. The support is certainly not going to save your business, and you will realistically have to dip into surplus funds to get by, but there are options out there if you know where to look. I am well versed in what is available for NSW businesses so please feel free to reach out if you

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But here we are, still standing, taking the blows, and hoping for a better future. need help or advice. For other states and territories, the HRIA HQ have been busy collating what is available on a state-bystate basis, so please reach out to them for advice. This is imperative to chip away at cash flow and get ahead where you can to start rebuilding- again!

Keep planning; you still need to plan for the future. For example, what you will buy when you can afford it, how you will attack the coming season, put your new financial year budget into place, and resource plan for the future. I know it seems hard, but without this planning, you will be on the back foot when things pickup again — and they will pickup, and with a BANG as we have seen in the past! You need to be ready.

Work on your business; taking the time to work ON and not IN your business.

As business owners, we are all guilty of getting caught up in the daily grind of our busy event businesses and not taking the time to work on the behind-the-scenes areas that sometimes need our attention the most. Refine your HR processes, update your warehouse processes and procedures, and do annual staff reviews.

Create a HUGE list of all the little things that never get done and do them — it feels so amazing!

Communicate with your clients, and don’t be afraid to reach out to your clients in the coming months and offer them support and a friendly check in. This goes a long

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way and helps you build an idea of which clients are keen to proceed and those considering postponing. This is important information for resource planning and cash flow planning.

Take a sales focus. Assume August through to later this year will likely be sub par and we can’t change what will happen — we just have to roll with it. But what we can have a positive impact on is next year. So focus and hone in on your quotes and clients for 2022. These clients will be needing to make decisions soon if they are to book your services as many postponements from later this year will start to take up valuable real estate in next years calendar. As such, don’t be afraid to remind clients of this to keep the deposits cash flow rolling in!

I could go on and on, but I hope this helps you navigate the next few months of uncertainty. I said it last year, and I will say it again; my door is always open — I love a chat, so please give me a call about anything if you need a friendly ear.

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Return to Sport Toolkit launched For those who supply equipment to sporting events big or small, you’ll be well versed in COVID-19’s impact.

From swift lockdowns throwing a longplanned event into a no-go to ongoing restrictions limiting the number of spectators and sometimes participants, these plans don’t just impact the planning and livelihoods of event organisers, but also the suppliers integral to ensuring the execution and safety on the day. This obviously includes those in the hire industry.

Sport Australia has developed a Return to Sport Toolkit that includes a suite of resources to help sporting organisations get ready to recommence training, competitions and programs in a safe, responsible and low risk manner. The Return to Sport Toolkit includes resources that can be used by all levels of Australian sport.

The Toolkit builds on the AIS Framework for Rebooting of Sport and the Australian Government’s national principles for the resumption of sport and recreation activities and includes easy to use

“The Return to Sport Toolkit includes resources that can be used by all levels of Australian sport.”

templates and step-by-step checklists for organisations to follow when planning their resumption of sporting activities.

While the toolkit has limited application for HRIA members per se, however, businesses who supply or inform sporting events may find value in being proactively aware of the regulations and recommendations which pertain to the use of their equipment with respect to COVID-19.

Recommending the toolkit to clients who have to postpone their event can show your clients that safety is a cornerstone of your operation and provides an opportunity to offer your assistance completing the relevant sections in their COVID-19 planning document — the first step in the Toolkit.

You can find the Toolkit on the Sport Australia website: www.sportaus.gov.au

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A special event for all The HIRE21 annual event was a huge success on the Gold Coast with more than 1200 attendees attending and a swathe of guest speakers, workshops and a huge exhibition space.

HIRE21 was the first global hire convention since the pandemic hit. It was well organised, run safely and very well attended.

There were some big-name keynote speakers in Ben Crowe and former cricket legend Glenn McGrath, while all the workshops were well received, and the exhibition floor was busy from opening to close.

“We planned for an attendance level of 1,000 people and it reached 1,200,” James Oxenham, CEO of HRIA, said.

“We were well supported by more than 90 exhibitors, which led to the HRIA taking more space at the GCCEC. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive - attendees really appreciated the association putting on HIRE21 so they could come together as an industry.”

An important aspect of the conference was both the formal and informal networking allowing members to mingle with their peers to understand the challenges of the past 12 months and to look ahead to the opportunities in 2021 and beyond.

achieved via our industry partnerships with HRIA Insurance, Training and Apprenticeships, HR advice, Accounting and Business Advisory, Chain of Responsibility. These are all programs/services to assist members manage their business and their staff.

“A big emphasis from the HRIA was on people in the industry, with Women in Hire & Access and Young Professionals Network seen as two demographics that we are working hard to assist in their careers in hire,” Oxenham said. “Our mentors in Women in Hire & Access and Young Professionals Network really delivered in 2020–21, despite moving to an online platform.

“Last but not least the awards night was a highlight with some humble and heart-felt acceptance speeches.

Recognition and celebration were themes for the night. It was good to see two new awards introduced this year and worthy recipients for the Young Professional of the Year and Woman of Influence awards.”

“Another area we focussed on was delivering our members value throughout the year and this is partly

HIRE22 will be held in Adelaide next year and planning has already begun.

Be sure to keep updated with the latest news on the website, newsletter and magazine.

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Worthy winners The HIRE21 gala evening on the Gold Coast on Thursday, May 13 saw an impressive list of finalists and worthy winners.

Held at the JW Marriott Hotel and hosted by Andrew Klein, the judges had a tough time narrowing down the finalists to individual winners.

The gala event was fully attended, and the evening comprised a welcome return for many in the hire industry who had been isolated over the past 12 months.

Conversations flowed, drinks were spilled and some unique dancing took place but everyone had one thing in common – they all had a good time.

There were many excellent entries, and the final decisions were hard to make, however, like all competitions, there can only be one winner, and the worthy recipients are listed right:

Young Professional of the Year Clint White Supplier of the Year General Cool Breeze Rentals Supplier of the Year Access Haulotte Woman of Influence Linda Carter-Watts Best New Product General Point of Rental Software Best New Product Access Haulotte Rental Company of the Year Events Division — Weeding Hire Rental Company of the Year <$5m Chadwick Forklifts Rental Company of the Year Aggreko

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A pulsating partnership SATM is JMG Cranes’ new partner in Australia thereby adding endless possibilities for pick and carry cranes throughout the nation.

SATM is a family-run business based in Adelaide, Australia offering its target market world-class products such as Hiab, Manitowoc and Grove, and now with the addition of JMG Cranes pick and carry.

“As a company active in the sale, rental and servicing of lifting equipment, our main objective is to offer a perfect service,” Simon Malyan, STM managing director, said. “We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction, which comes from the best product support, combined with up-to-date training for all our technicians and our dedicated parts team.

“To have peace of mind in all these activities, you need to be able to count on first-class partners such as JMG Cranes.”

The Australian market is particularly receptive to pick and carry cranes.

“In Australia, there is a huge push towards green and renewable energy, in addition there are a lot of infrastructure projects and an increasingly pressing demand for machines with high safety requirements,” Malyan said. “These factors are creating the fertile ground for an increasing use of electric cranes.

In fact, all my research shows that our market has a real need for these kinds of machines and we are sure that we made the best choice by choosing JMG Cranes”.

SATM currently has a fleet of seven JMG Cranes, but there is a strong possibility this will increase in the near future.

“We’re definitely impressed with the brand,” Malyan said. “From the high-end crane finishes to the smoothness and precision of the cranes’ operation and movement. Equally importantly, all the customers we talk to who already own the JMG brand confirm the same satisfaction and appreciation.”

JMG Cranes is a global leader in design and manufacturing of electrical mobile battery-operated pick and carry cranes that find application in a wide range of industrial fields.

JMG offers a wide range of fully innovative and high quality battery-operated mobile pick and carry cranes with a load capacity from 0.9t to 70t.

The JMG’s pick and carry cranes are specially designed to last in time and to have low operative costs. The compactness and the high performance

‘MG Cranes us particularly focused on safety.’

allow to handle heavy loads in narrow spaces. Also, the powerful battery makes this machine an eco-friendly, low-noise, zero emission and suitable solution for each application.

To provide the perfect machine for each customer’s need, JMG has split its range of pick and carry cranes in: • Lifter from 0.9t to 1.3t • Radio-remote control from 2.5t to 58t • Cabin cruiser cranes from 6t to 70t • Lige Cabin Cruiser from 4t to 12t • Carry-deck from 10t and 9.4 T/M • Telescopic Forklift from 12t JMG Cranes is particularly focused on safety. Each model is provided with an electronic load moment indicator system (LMI) and equipped with sound and visual signal devices, complying with to CE regulations.

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Telehandler Tyre solutions for rental fleets Should you choose solid or foam-filled? Glen Wolfenden from Bearcat Tyres provides his expert take.

Being a rental fleet manager can be quite challenging, especially when it comes to ensuring all machines are up and running.

On one hand you want to choose the right components to maximize your machines’ lifespan and profitability, and on the other you need to while keep your clients satisfied.

Tyres have a tremendous impact on machine performance, safety and uptime. Selecting the right tyre to meet the specific requirements of each piece of machinery can quickly become a headache: as the manager of a rental company, you don’t necessarily always have visibility over your clients’ applications or the surfaces they’re working on. The wrong tyre solution can often translate into downtime issues, which are a pain for both the end-user and your rental shop.

Telescopic handlers (telehandlers) are no stranger to this challenge. They must be fitted with tyres that offer excellent stability given the applications they work in, lifting heavy loads and reaching high points often on unstable or unfinished surfaces. Although they might all look the same to the untrained eye, there are many different tyre solutions available on the market, and multiple elements to consider when choosing a product.

There are three different tyre technologies currently available on the market for telehandlers: industrial pneumatics (radial and bias), foam-filled pneumatics and solids. For rental fleets, it can be hard to identify which tyre technology to choose to both optimize uptime and get the best return on investment.

While the difference between pneumatics and solids is quite easy to understand, what is the difference between solid and foam-filled tyre solutions? And what should rental companies take into account when choosing products to equip their machines?

Seven factors to consider First up is tread life. Many attributes of a tyre can be differentiating factors when looking at overall tread life, though as a general rule, solid tyres will normally have a harder rubber compound and more tread depth, which equate to longer tread life.

Resistance to cuts and chunking is another factor. Foam-filled tyres have a similar resistance to cuts and chunking as pneumatic tyres since their outside is literally the same — the main difference being the foam inside the tyre. Solids are highly resistant to cuts and chunking and should be considered in tougher applications. As mentioned before,

as a rental manager cannot be aware of all client applications, we typically recommend a solid tyre for maximum safety, stability and durability.

Solid tyres offer maximal impact resistance for both the sidewall and the tread, as their rubber compound is harder.

Foam-filled pneumatic tyres can be punctured by metal or rocks. In the case where a very severe cut occurs, foam may squeeze out of the tyre and cause unpredicted downtime.

When it comes to overall comfort, foam-filled tyres typically offer the most comfortable ride, although they do bounce a bit more than solid tyres.

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As technology evolves, solids with aperture design are becoming more and more comfortable. It’s important to make sure the design offers a durable solution with maximum comfort: look for tyres with triangular apertures, which don’t tend to crack as fast as round ones. While both foam-filled and solid tyres offer both very good stability, solids provide a better weight distribution under loads, a big

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plus given the purpose of telehandlers and why stability should form part of your considerations.

it comes to footprint. Once again, this ties back to knowing and understanding enduser application.

Traction on soft surfaces will also help determine which choice is right for you.

If we compare identical tread patterns and tread depths, foam-filled assemblies provide better soft surface traction as they act more like a pneumatic tyre when

Neither last nor least. overall cost is a player. Although solid tyres generally have a higher upfront cost, they reduce spending throughout your machine’s life. The cost difference can vary from 15% to 40% depending on the performance required. Given that solids are fully puncture-resistant, have a better resistance to cuts and chunking, in addition to offering longer tread life, they provide a better overall solution to optimize profitability and productivity.

They also offer a more predictable option, which is great for rentals.

At the end of the day, remember that your dealer is the best partner to answer your requirements and point you towards the right solution for your fleet: they have a global vision that will take into account the different variables in the equation.

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The ultimate telehandler Manitou Group, the worldwide reference in rough-terrain handling, aerial work platforms and earthmoving, has unveiled the new segments in its construction range with new compact fixed and ultra-compact telehandlers.

The group also ushered in a complete overhaul and extension of its range of rotating telehandlers at the digital “Build the Future” event which was broadcast worldwide.

Accessible via an interactive platform, the event brought together more than 3,000 internet users in 90 countries across four continents, including many dealers, rentals, key accounts and media. Over the course of two days, visitors were able to remotely discover, through a talk show, three new segments in the construction and MRT rotating telehandler range, followed by workshops showcasing the group's commitment to supplying comprehensive and durable solutions while providing its customers with a premium service.

Fully redesigned MRT rotating telehandlers To bring clarity to its range of rotating telehandlers, the group renamed its two ranges under the new names Vision and Vision+.

“By modernizing the design and ergonomics of our products, we are now able to offer a single cab across all the models in the range, thus providing excellent visibility to users whatever the model. Having the same cab also means having an equivalent control station on all models, making them quicker to get to grips with,” Carlo Alberto Razzoli, MRT product manager, said.

Two new machines have been added to the Vision range, with 500 kg (1,100 lbs) of additional load capacity compared to their predecessors. They offer a lifting height of 16 meters (52’5”) and 18 meters (59’1”) respectively for a load of 4.5 tons (9,900 lbs). They are also equipped with a new Stage V engine, producing power of 75 hp and 116 hp respectively.

The VISION+ range features 12 new models, grouping the machines with the highest capacities together.

“There is growing demand from customers wanting machines that offer higher performance on construction sites.

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expectations perfectly with a very high level of equipment,” Razzoli said.

With models offering a lifting height of 22 meters (72’9”) to 35 meters (114’8”) and a much improved capacity of up to 7 tons (15,400 lbs), this range is ideal for the installation of structural steelwork, renovation of buildings and even demolition.

These two ranges are connected as standard in order to optimize maintenance, increase the machine's operating hours and therefore reduce the total cost of ownership for the user.

The VISION and VISION+ ranges are now available worldwide and will be delivered to the dealer network, to rentals and to key accounts by September 2021.

Additional Innovation and Improvements Introduced The machines now offer an optional driving remote control for controlling the machine from the basket or when the operator is outside the machine. This enables to operator to move it safely without having to return to the driver's

cab, saving precious time on site. A new hydraulic pump has been fitted on all of new models, with a hydraulic flow of 116 l/min ensuring an execution speed 50% quicker for simultaneous boom movements. This improvement rises to more than 30% for the 2260 and 2660 models in the VISION+ range, which are equipped with a pump delivering a flow rate of 185 l/min.

The new Stage V engine also helps to reduce the consumption of all of these models with a power of between 156 hp and 211 hp depending on the model. The lifting capacities and load charts have been significantly improved, most notably the capacity at maximum height by up to 100% and at maximum reach by up to 25%.

On the sustainability side, the Manitou Group will be offering a full electric extension to the VISION+ range by the end of the year, as well as a hybrid version combining a smaller engine with a lithiumion battery.

Lighting has been significantly improved to give operators complete visibility,

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while rear cameras send images to the cab, allowing the machine to be manoeuvred with complete confidence.

Four accesses built into the chassis, on the left and right, and at the front and rear of the machine, now enable the operator to climb into and out of the machine regardless of which way the cab is rotated.

Coming soon: a new segment of ultra-compact fixed telehandlers To further extend its offering, the group will be launching ultra-compact roughterrain telehandlers 1.90 metres high and 1.49 metres wide (6’2” x 4’9”) at the end of 2021. Previewed at the Build The Future event, these ultra-light models boast a weight of just 2,700 kg with standard attachment and can therefore be transported on a standard trailer with no specific permit required. Intended for the construction sector, but also for landscape gardeners or events teams, they will be delivered to the dealer network, rentals and key accounts in early 2022.

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Bringing the power Aussie Pumps can now lay claim to the title of Australia’s leading pressure cleaner manufacturer.

A recent survey indicates in an industry where reliability and ease of servicing is vital, their Scud series account for more than 60% of pressure cleaners in use.

“We found that smart operators do their homework and settle on one particular brand so they have commonality parts and support for the entire fleet,” Hamish Lorenz, Aussie Pumps operations manager, said.

He said they were surprised to find hire operators with four or five pressure cleaners of all different brands, ages and styles, causing confusion for their customers and their service people alike.

However, with the 100% deprecation allowance, buying the right gear the first time looks very attractive.

The unique Scud design starts with the Aussie ‘Pocket Rocket’ – officially tagged with the model number AB30/ GX200. It’s a 3,000 psi machine with a heavy duty Bertolini pump, with ceramic pistons, top quality high pressure accessories — including free safety kit, all driven by a 6.5 hp Honda engine. The machine is encased in an attractive and ergonomically designed stainless steel trolley with four big 10” flat free tyres.

The next most popular machine in hire is the Aussie Scud 400. This is a slow speed heavy duty ‘Big Berty’ pump driven by a Honda GX390 electric start petrol engine, all mounted in the unique Aussie Scud designed frame.

Safety and style The Scud frame is a big success, not just in Australia, but globally. Manufactured in stainless steel, the machine has ergonomic advantages not found in European or American pressure cleaners.

“Sometimes described as a cross between a Ferrari and a Bobcat, the machine is attractive and proves that

being effective doesn’t mean that it has to be ugly,” Lorenz said.

The machines are equipped with ASP (Aussie Safety Protection) kit, consisting of a pre-set safety valve and thermal dump device. The safety valve is set to blow off if the operator of the machine tries to ‘massage’ the unloader to get more pressure.

“We know that can happen on-site and in the heat of the moment,” Lorenz said.

“It’s dangerous and our warning stickers, issued free to the hire industry for machines of any brand, are there to help the operator from potential critical injuries.”

The big players The company also manufactures 4,000 and 5,000 psi pressure cleaners that comply with the Class A rulings under the Australian Safety Standards. That means the operators who rent them do not require certification, and the machines don’t need extra gadgets that can not only be costly but susceptible to damage in rough hire environments.

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“All machines supplied come with ‘speedy’ safety glasses and machines are equipped with danger stickers both to protect the hirer and the rental customer.”

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Class B machines need to be equipped with individually certified high-pressure hoses, fitted with hose restraints and operators need to be certified by a registered training officer. That puts a big responsibility on the hirer of those Class B machines. If the customer who rents the machine, is not certified and there is a mishap, the hirer could be held responsible for renting machines without formally checking with the customer or warning them about the certification requirements.

Aussie Pumps are very big on education.

Apart from safety training programs for operators, they also have easy courses to better understand pressure cleaners and triplex pump technology. All machines supplied come with ‘speedy’ safety glasses and machines are equipped with danger stickers both to protect the hirer and the rental customer.

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“We don’t want anybody getting injured with pressure cleaners,” Lorenz said. “We will take every opportunity to provide free training, technical documentation and safety stickers to the industry,” Lorenz said.

New technology added to the mix Aussie Pumps Jetters have also entered the hire market. The company is finding a major interest in moving from the old traditional mechanical drain cleaners to high pressure jetting equipment, which is safer, faster, and substantially more capable.

“It’s not just plumbers who rent jetters but homeowners and builders who just want to get a job done,” Lorenz said. “These 4,000 and 5,000 psi Class A machines are a speciality of Aussie Pumps, providing the industry with a top-quality product.”

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A slim minidumper Brokk Australia brings the Twinca ES-500 Slim minidumper to Australia.

Brokk Australia continues to be at the forefront of providing safe, efficient, and versatile work options across the industry with both their demolition robots and partner products. With new Twinca stock ready for purchase across Australia, Brokk Australia is excited to stock the ES-500 Slim model.

Twinca’s minidumpers improve the general working environment by focusing on ergonomics, ease of use, safety and stability.

While all their products are impressive, it is the ES-500 Slim that stands out. With a loading capacity of 500kg and a total width of only 742 mm, the Slim is ideal for use in urban settings with narrow access points.

“Unlike other electric minidumpers, the ES-500 Slim can fit through a 780mm wide door which is perfect for any internal demolition projects,” Stefan Mace, sales representative for Brokk Australia, said.

“The ES-500 Slim allows our team to traverse materials and debris in narrow and tight environments (including doorways) whilst avoiding manual handling or lifting as well as providing load out efficiency,” Paul Rosenberg Vella,

“Twinca’s minodumpers improve the general working environment by focusing on ergonomics.”

Victorian state manager at ALD Expert Demo, said.

the machine throughout a full working day and can be recharged within 4–5 hours.

With a high of 979mm, The ES-500 Slim has a very comfortable loading height, and the high lift function allows the user to unload in piles or over high edges such as a skip bin, which in turn enhances efficiency.

“The team at ALD Expert Demo are pleased to be the first in Australia to add to our equipment fleet the battery-operated ES-500 Slim,” Rosenberg Vella said.

The ES-500 Slim has a height-adjustable, auto-steering mechanism that reduces the operators need for physical exertion and ensures an optimal ergonomic working position. A fully charged battery can run

The Twinca ES-500 Slim is an ideal product for any worksite looking to improve safety and efficiency. There is limited stock available, so contact Brokk Australia today to secure the Twinca ES500 Slim for your next project.

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Lithium Battery powers performance Ahern Australia have bought Snorkel’s three first ever lithium-ion battery powered compact rough terrain scissor lift models to our shores. The Snorkel S2770RTE, S3370RTE and S3970RTE’s bi-energy option makes them ideal for indoor and outdoor work in confined spaces, such as construction sites.

Why battery powered?

Increasing regulations on emissions and noise have resulted in a steady decline in demand for diesel powered equipment on many jobsites across the world. To meet and fulfill market demand for direct alternatives to diesel aerial lifts, Snorkel has developed several lithium-ion batterypowered models. All three models in the RTE series are equipped with long-lasting lithium-ion batteries for clean and quiet operation. Each battery delivers less noise than a conventional diesel lift with long duty cycles between charges.

At CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2020, Snorkel highlighted its lithium-ion technology in its popular line of compact rough terrain scissor lifts. Delivering zero emissions without compromising performance, the full line offers excellent maneuverability and durability. Battery-powered equipment are typically ideal for indoor use on flat, paved surfaces. Rough terrain models enable these machines to work in outdoor applications on uneven terrain for truly versatile performance.

The fine print With a maximum working height of 10.1m, stowed height of 2.61m and minimum height of 1.83m, with guardrails folded, the Snorkel S2770RTE is the most compact in the RTE series. It has a maximum drive speed of 4.5km/h, when stowed.

The S2770RTE also offers the largest lift capacity of up to 580kg with 26/30 seconds of raise/lower time.

The Snorkel S3370RTE has a maximum working height of 12.0m and maximum lift capacity of 454kg. Boasting a maximum drive height of 10.0m, the S3370RTE and its sister models have a maximum wind speed of 12.5m/s.

Offering a maximum working height of 13.8m, the Snorkel S3970RTE has a lift capacity of 350kg from a chassis that is 1.8m wide. Its maximum drive height is 11.8m with a stowed height of 2.95m. As the largest in the line, the S3970RTE offers impressive performance from a compact electric rough terrain scissor lift.

Easy control in tricky situations Proportional joystick controls and a compact design makes it easy to maneuver tight areas while powerful 4-wheel drive tackles tough terrain. Using the digital output to control the motor directly results in tactile and responsive acceleration to deliver noticeably smoother performance on the job.

On the platform, a power line to platform permits the easy connection of power tools while working at height without trailing cables. Fold down guard rails lower the stowed height to easily pass through doorways and for transport.

Each model is capable of climbing gradients up to 35% for superb rough terrain performance. Four hydraulic outriggers offer automatic leveling on uneven surfaces, activated by a single button.

About the battery The Snorkel S3970RTE, the largest of the three, was the first lithium-ion battery powered compact rough terrain scissor lift to enter the market.

Equipped with two lithium-ion battery systems as standard, the low voltage system on these units is easily

serviced, without the need for specialist high voltage training, and has been tested in climatic chambers between -25°C and +60°C. A high frequency smart on-board 50A battery charger enables the lift to be fully charged within 5-8 hours, and it can be top-up charged throughout the day, as required. An optional 111Ah (5.75kWh) battery system can be added for increased range between charges.

Utilizing the same lithium-ion maintenance-free battery packs with built-in battery management system and integrated electric powertrain, this lift offers excellent 4-wheel drive performance while reducing running costs by up to 95% when compared with an engine.

Snorkel’s compact rough terrain scissor lifts are known for their performance, reliability, and long working life. The RTE series shares many features with Snorkel’s existing line of compact rough terrain scissor lifts, including a 1.2m roll-out deck extension; non-marking high-grip tyres; automatic levelling hydraulic outriggers; an articulating axle; and a flashing amber light as standard.

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