Hire and Rental News - November 2017

48 HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • NOVEMBER 2017 Ultra-compact MT 420 H New Buggy The Manitou group is adding a new ultra-compact machine to its MT-X telescopic truck models – its most compact telescopic, the MT 420 H New Buggy. With outstanding dimensions of 1.48m width by 1.9m height, the MT 420 H New Buggy is adapted for construction customers and features a maximum lifting height of 4.3m and maximum capacity of 2 tonnes. It is equipped with a 49hp engine from Kubota and the hydrostatically-driven machine provides both 4wd and 4ws. The MT 40 H New Buggy is equipped with the same cab fitted on the MT 625: large and comfortable. It is equipped with an ergonomic driver’s seat. Thanks to the JSM (Joystick Switch & Move) system, controls can be handled with just one hand, meaning the operator remains in full control of his handler at all times for increased productivity. A number of interchangeable attachments are available to meet all on-site needs. The MT 420 H New Buggy will handle a 1200kg pallet at 4.30m lifting height and 2.10m outreach, can load and unload a truck with forks, manage bulk material with bucket, big bag handling and can clean the ground with a sweeper in compact spaces. The MT 420 H New Buggy is available for preview only until availabity to the public at the end of the year 2017. Contact: 02 9517 3174 or visit website: www.manitou.com.au Pinpoint Communications, provider of GPS services in Australia, is helping transport businesses increasingly hamstrung by rising traffic congestion, with solutions to reduce the resulting delays incurring higher operational costs. Pinpoint Communications said there are low-tech strategies to help drivers avoid traffic jams, such as overhead signs and basic road markers. However, these rarely respond instantaneously to ongoing congestion information, not giving drivers sufficient warning to change route. Increasingly, transport businesses are relying on Advanced Vehicle Management (AVM) solutions to increase communication between vehicles and provide accurate traffic delay data, coupled with advanced GPS technology. However, not all of these technologies are able to fully cover the range of rural and regional areas that transport businesses may be required to navigate. Pinpoint Communications’ Mobile Work Platform (MWP) device is flexible with cross-platform communication, and a dispatch and navigation system that is easily customisable for a range of uses. Centralised to a single console, this Avoid costly traffic delays with Pinpoint solutions system ensures low support costs and effective communications between management and drivers. It also gathers and collates live traffic reports to produce available alternative transport routes. Contact: 1300 728 882 or visit website: www.pinpointcomms.com.au A shift towards greater use of vehicle telematics in fleet management is gathering momentum and addressing the debilitating effects of traffic delays on tight schedules by helping drivers find alternate, congestion-free routes easily. The VMS mast, like the trailer, is built extra heavy duty to provide a solid foundation for almost any use, the company said. Available in classic single colour Amber LEDs or azure 5 colour including Blue, Green, Amber, Red and White LEDs, all LED panels installed on the VMS trailers are manufactured to high quality standards by one of the world’s leading LED manufacturers. The LEDs have EN (Europe) Certification and UL/CUL (US and Canada) approval and the sign can be used for advertising and enforceable road signs (please check local state rules for enforceability). The VMS also features an internet Zone Essential variable message trailer Saferoad’s Variable Message Signs (VMS) are Australian designed and built trailers which are fully galvanised, featuring powder coated toolboxes and designed to meet the rigors of heavy use. platform which is accessible from any internet browser or smartphone/tablet, allowing remote access to the VMS board. Designed around Australian standard 4852.2-2009, the Saferoad’s VMS trailers are Australian built at the Saferoad’s factory in Pakenham, Victoria. Contact: 03 5945 6641 or visit website: www.saferoads.com.au VEHICLES & TRAILERS The MT 420 H New Buggy from Manitou Saferoad's Variabe Messaging Signs on trailers