REFRESHES FLEET

Lancashire Builders Merchant Strengthens Operations With Brick Grab Crane Trucks

Fielden Factors has taken delivery of six DAF vehicles from MV Commercial – including one with a bespoke front-mounted HIAB crane – as part of its fleet renewal programme.

The order includes three DAF LF 290 18 tonne 4×2 brick grabs fitted with HIAB X HIDUO 118 B-2 cranes and

All the trucks feature Wisa deck floors, rope hooks, a fall arrest system and rotating beacons, with the DAF CF 320s also featuring rear advertising boards, extra cab storage and work lights. Two of the vehicles were custom-designed by MV Commercial and feature shorter wheelbases and manual gearboxes for improved control and safety over rough terrain.

The Lancashire business will primarily use the vehicles to transport timber, building materials and landscaping products from its depots in Rossendale, Todmorden and Wigan to customers across the North West of England.

Tom Whitehead, Managing Director at Fielden Factors, says: “These modern and wellequipped vehicles are ideal for transporting building materials to our customers.

“The front-mounted crane on the DAF CF 320 is an excellent adaptation from MV Commercial that gives us a different option for moving the diverse range of materials we now offer.”

ANDY DAVIS M V Commercial’s Technical Sales Engineer

The new vehicles join five other trucks in the company’s expanding fleet and feature a brand-new distinctive livery.

“We’ve invested in the brick grabs to grow our services. Adding 26 tonne vehicles to our fleet allows us to operate a higher payload than some of the units we had previously and enables us to be more cost-efficient in our operations.

“With lower running costs and reduced CO2 emissions, we are also well prepared for when the clean air zone is introduced in Greater Manchester. Everyone needs to do their bit,” Whitehead says.

Because MV Commercial is an Accredited Dealership for the Manchester Clean Air Zone, Andy Davis, MV Commercial’s Technical Sales Engineer, was able to help Fielden Factors maximise the grants offered through the program.

“ I’ve known Tom and the team at Fielden Factors since I first took a demonstration unit to them back in 2021. Since then we have worked closely to ensure its units are market leadering, with features such as FORS Gold kits for accurate vehicle tracking, remote camera access, as well as driver safety and convenience features including additional cones, lights and strobes.”

A sked why Fielden Factors chose MV Commercial, Whitehead adds: “They were quick to meet all our requirements for the vehicle specifications. And with MV carrying out all the work in-house, we have only needed Andy as our point of contact which has made sourcing the trucks an easy task.”

They were quick to meet all our requirements for the vehicle specifications. And with MV carrying out all the work in-house, we have only needed Andy as our point of contact which has made sourcing the trucks an easy task.”

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CG Utilities, a leading installation specialist, has recently acquired a fleet of 10 DAF CF450 32-tonne tippers and 10 new DAF LF290 18-tonne hot box trucks from MV Commercial, a trusted supplier. This strategic move was prompted by the company’s rapid business expansion and the increasing demand for its services nationwide.

A s a prominent player in the multi-utility sector, CG Utilities focuses primarily on the installation of fibre optic cabling for clients across various industries. The addition of the hot box trucks and tippers from MV Commercial will significantly enhance the company’s capacity to efficiently manage its contracts and operations throughout the United Kingdom.

Transport Manager Oli Gresham explains that these vehicles have already gained popularity among CG Utilities’ drivers due to their outstanding performance and improved fuel efficiency compared to the existing fleet. Furthermore, the newly acquired tippers and hot boxes are compliant with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), demonstrating CG Utilities’ commitment to safety and industry standards.

T he procurement of these vehicles marks another milestone in the ongoing collaboration between CG Utilities and MV Commercial. The reputable supplier has previously provided seven hot boxes and three refurbished tipper grabs to the Wiltshirebased company, further solidifying their partnership.

“ MV has always looked after CG Utilities’ needs. Ronnie Stark at MV Commercial offered us some great options and expertise when we needed to expand the fleet,” says Gresham.

O li Gresham acknowledges the exceptional support received from Ronnie Stark at MV Commercial, who offered invaluable expertise and a range of excellent options to meet CG Utilities’ expanding fleet requirements.

W ith a diverse fleet comprising 200 vehicles, including transit tippers, transit box vans, transit MEWPs, Toyota Proace City vans, and DAF beavertails, CG Utilities is well-equipped to undertake a wide array of multi-utility projects and effectively serve its growing clientele. The investment in these new tippers and hot boxes demonstrates CG Utilities’ commitment to staying at the forefront of the industry and continually improving its services.