Hire and Rental News - November 2014

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ACCESS in ACTION
Skyjack is helping Bonhams auction house
keep its flagship salesroom running in
London.
Two SJ 16 self-propelled vertical mast
lifts help prepare lighting displays in the
galleries, which are home to a wide range
of objects, from priceless paintings to
classic cars.
The SJ 16s, which offer a 6.75m work
height, were sold to Bonhams by specialist
work at height company Rapid Platforms.
The two Skyjack vertical mast lifts
perfectly fit the needs of the auction.
Tim Kearley, gallery manager at Bonhams,
said: “We chose the Skyjacks for their
ease of use, quick set up and excellent
manoeuverability, which makes navigating
around priceless artwork a less scary
prospect,” he said.
“The fact we can move around the gallery
at height saves time during set ups, so we
meet our deadlines. The simple controls
make it easy to use, even for people
who don’t normally operate this type of
machinery. I would highly recommend
these Skyjacks to our other branches –
they make life so much easier – especially
when two people are on the platform.”
Bonhams bought the two Skyjacks in
October last year. The machines are used
for around two days a week to prepare the
main galleries. With approximately three
sales events staged each week, lighting
Two Skyjack vertical masts light up Bonhams auctioneers
has to be constantly readjusted.
The London salesroom has a 6m high
ceiling, making the SJ 16 ideal for the
task. The self-propelled vertical mast lift
provides a compact footprint and superior
manoeuverability. When operating in tight
workspaces, the high degree steering
angle allows functionality and flexibility by
offering zero inside turning radius.
The SJ 16 features a 41 cm traversing
platform, providing increased access
and the ability to reach over potential
obstacles. A unique slide away platform
provides easy access to components, when
raised or in the stowed position. The SJ
16’s non-marking wheels are a big plus at
the gallery.
Bonhams has re-sprayed both machines in
its own livery. “It has made them unique to
us and very appealing when we see them
working in the galleries,” Tim said.
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The SJ 16’s non-marking wheels are a big plus at the gallery.
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Terex AWP has made two senior
organisational changes to the Genie team
with Reg Moss and Mitch Ely appointed to
Darra, Brisbane, based positions.
Mitch Ely has been employed in the role
of National Operations Manager at Genie
Australia.
Mitch Ely is
no stranger to
Genie. He joined
the company in
1998, but left after
10 years to pursue
other interests.
Immediately
prior to returning
to the Genie
team, Mitch
had completed
Genie announces organisational changes
Mitch Ely
a five year stint in the access industry in
Brisbane.
As National Operations Manager, Mitch
will be leading the Engineering, Parts,
Service, Quality, Training and Technical
support teams.
“Genie customers and end users who
put their faith
in purchasing
the Genie brand,
will return to
Genie for repeat
business provided
we deliver on
our support
commitment.”
Within the re-
alignment of
departments at
Genie, Reg Moss has been appointed to the
position of Quality, Training and Technical
Support Manager for Asia Pacific. Quality
is fundamental to Genie. From the quality
viewpoint, Reg is responsible for managing
the Asia Pacific customer feedback and
response system, establishing quality
metrics and tracking progress within the
framework of continuous improvement.
From a training and technical support
perspective, Reg will be looking to build
capability within the Genie aftermarket
support team and customer base.
Reg Moss has been with the Genie team
for more than nine years and enjoys strong
relationships with customers.
Contact: 07 3456 4444 or visit:
Reg Moss