Hire and Rental News - November 2017

INDUSTRY NEWS 5 HIRE AND RENTAL NEWS • NOVEMBER 2017 Nishio, access equipment, construction equipment and forklifts supplier in Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, China and Australia, has been operating for over 50 years and has a workforce of more than 3,400 staff across 400 branches. Fork Force has been supplying forklifts throughout Australia since 1999 and has headquarters in Brisbane and branches in Melbourne and Toowoomba. Fork Force Managing Director Steve Cunliffe said he recognised synergies between Fork Force and Nishio and the opportunities a partnership would present for operational growth. “This agreement and long-term partnership between Fork Force and Nishio will allow us to continue to grow Fork Force operations throughout Australia and into South East Asia,” Steve said. Nishio Rent All invests in Fork Force Australia for growth Fork Force Australia has entered into a partnership with Nishio Rent All Co, the ninth largest equipment rental company in the world. Steve will continue as Managing Director and shareholder of Fork Force Australia. President of Nishio, Masashi Nishio, said he was impressed with the Fork Force business strategy and the rapid growth of the Enforcer forklift throughout Australia. Masashi is keen to support Fork Force to take the Enforcer to South East Asia. Steve said the Nishio partnership would also give Fork Force access to a large supply of premium Japanese forklift brands. “This is a very exciting time for Fork Force, its employees and customers and I look forward to continuing to grow the company throughout Australia and into South East Asia,” he said. The partnership between Nishio and Fork Force was expected to be formalised in early October 2017. It follows the 2016 partnership between Nishio Rent All and EWP rental company Skyreach. Fork Force will officially open its new headquarters in Larapinta, Brisbane in November this year. Contact: 07 3727 6107 or visit website: www.forkforce.com According to a news report out of the UK, the Swedish equipment manufacturer said the reason for the change of name was down to its customers recognising power as the integral characteristic of the core product categories in its portfolio – air, power and flow. The business area will serve multiple customer segments including construction, industrial, drilling, oil and gas and petrochemicals. According to the news report from KHL, AndrewWalker, Business Area President, Power Technique, for Atlas Copco said, the company would continue to provide on-site power solutions and associated products to construction sites globally. The Power Technique business area will offer a core portfolio of products including portable compressors, generators, light towers and pumps along with dedicated construction products including handheld pneumatic, electric and hydraulic tools and compaction and concrete products. It will also continue to provide products Atlas Copco rebrands and renames construction business Atlas Copco has rebranded its construction technique business area which will now be called Power Technique. and customised solutions for drilling, oil and gas and geothermal exploration applications, according to Atlas Copco. From 2018, Atlas Copco will launch a new division dedicated to power and flow, which it believes will accelerate innovation and product development within these technologies. Andrew said: “The power and flow Since winning the PPSA battle with a change to legislation, effective from 20 May 2017 the HRIA is reminding members the amendment to the Act is not retrospective. Any equipment out ForkForce's Steve Cunliffe (left) and Masashi Nishio celebrate the new partnership Makinex has welcomed Bec Davidson as its new Victorian Account Manager. According to Makinex, Bec has more than five years of experience in construction with her most recent role servicing the Makinex inefficiencies extinct in Victoria division is to be established with the objective to accelerate growth. Creating this division will better reflect the development needs of our portfolio and aligns with the focus and expertise needed for our customers.” Visit: www.atlascopco.com.au KHL International Rental News: www.khl.com/news pool industry. Bec has the full range of products on hand to demonstrate and to help with all things Makinex. Contact Bec on: 0481 217 521 or email: b.davidson@makinex.com.au on hire prior to 20 May 2017 needs to be assessed for PPSA risk. For more information visit: the HRIA at: www.hireandrental.com.au or contact 02 9998 2255. PPSA reminder – win is not retrospective