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HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS •
EVENTS in FOCUS
• NOVEMBER 2016
EVENTS in FOCUS
United Rentals, one of the world’s largest
equipment rentals companies, based in
the USA covering the United States and
Canada, will take on a distributor role for
the Sudbury based noise experts.
The deal will see Echo Barriers made
available through United Rentals, which
has an established customer base and
recognised brand worldwide.
Peter Wilson, Technical Director at Echo
Barrier who created the Echo Barrier
five years ago said this is a monumental
landmark in the company’s growth.
“United Rentals can get our product in
front of huge markets across the world
with relative ease which will significantly
grow our business,” he said.
“We have been working with the team
based in the States for a long time to try
and get the deal right to benefit both
parties and we are thrilled to have finally
signed on the dotted line.”
Worldwide distribution deal for noise experts established
UK based noise reduction specialist Echo Barrier has secured a deal with US based United
Rentals, which will see the award-winning acoustic barriers become available across the
globe.
Echo Barrier launched its first
noise reduction barrier in 2010 to
be a cost effective and accessible
tool to help construction, rail
and events companies and
local authorities reduce the
impact of works noise on local
communities.
In the five years since, two
more improved iterations of the
barrier have been designed and
produced, while the generator
acoustic enclosure, H20 Acoustic
tent, the zero rated barrier and
the transparent barrier have also been
added into the portfolio of products.
Recently, Echo Barrier played a
pivotal part in the Earls Court London
Underground station improvement
project, allowing crucial work to take
place without having to close the station.
With an integrated network of over 880
During drilling works on the Tasman Global Access project,
Echo Barrier provided a noise control solution for the
residents of Narrabeen, NSW
locations across the United States, United
Rentals is one of the world’s largest
equipment rental providers, offering 3,300
classes of equipment. United Rentals will
deliver Echo Barrier’s acoustic barrier
products including the Echo H2 Acoustic
Noise Barrier, Echo H3, Echo FR H2O
Acoustic Enclosure, and accessories.
Visit www.echobarrier.co.uk
“The Alloyfold Crossback and Bentwood
chairs are the ‘new Chiavari or Tiffany
Chairs trending for hire market focuses on the 'fashionable'
“Skinny jeans, salted caramel and vintage weddings, all latest fashion and all trending
now. Fashion is everywhere and the hire industry is not exempt,” Gregg Hagen,
International Sales Manager for Alloyfold said.
chair’ and are
currently on trend.
With the increase
in vintage/rustic
themed weddings
and events Alloyfold
have seen a surge in
sales of these chairs
to rental and event
companies. But
will these products
stand the test of
time?
“The key to
ensuring long-
term returns on
investment in furniture, returns that will
The ExpoNet Exhibitor Guide which
contains exhibiting tips and ideas for
exhibitors and exhibition companies
looking to make the most of three-
outlast fashion, is to ensure your rental
furniture is flexible and adaptable,” Gregg
said.
“Products that are durable, designed
to last and can have multifunctional
uses are key. Alloyfold’s Crossback and
Bentwoods have not only been popular
with weddings but have great use as
dining chairs, cafe seating, pop up cafes
and high end events.
“This flexibility in use combined with
Alloyfold’s durable frame design
reinforces the strength of these chairs
making them a great investment,” Gregg
said.
Contact: 1888 0368 7713 or visit website:
www.alloyfold.com.au
Exhibitor guide now available from Exponet features tips
dimensional marketing displays or
exhibition stands is now available.
Outlined in the ExpoNet Exhibitor Guide
are steps and information on the tools to
ensure a stand provides a strong return
on investment. Download a free copy of
the new Guide at: www.exponet.com.au/
Exhibitor-Guide.aspx
Alloyfold’s Crossback and Bentwoods have been popular with weddings