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■ Reliability. Downtime due to equipment failure can be costly for
your business. To minimise downtime, prioritise investing in reliable equipment from reputable brands that are known for their quality and performance, choosing brands with readily available parts and a strong service network will ensure prompt repairs when needed.”
Andrew Johnston, Owner of Metro Rod Glasgow emphasises the benefits of a one-stop-shop, “It takes time and organisation to get your jetter, van wrap, camera etc from different places. Sure you can do it, but then if something goes wrong you have to deal with lots of companies again, which just takes more time out of your working day. It’s also important to get the right quality of equipment, so we do it all in one place as it gives us peace of mind that the set up is going to be as reliable as it can."
Andrew Holt, Sales Representative at Superjet, part of the Jetchem Systems Group, agrees, “A single place to set up
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your van makes one easy payment rather than chasing potentially three parties for progress updates with separate payments. When choosing a van, it is important to research what kind of work you will be carrying out for it to be suitable for gaining access whilst being able to carry all of the necessary equipment to successfully carry out the work.”
Why Vehicle Weight is a Key Factor
Jon Woods from Andy Guest Jetters adds an important point about the evolution of drainage vehicles, “Multipurpose vans operable by a single person are becoming standard. These vehicles are designed to
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perform multiple tasks in one visit, often referred to as single-resolution, which involves inspecting, cleaning, and repairing drains.”
“Carrying additional tools and equipment makes van payload a critical consideration. For design engineers at Andy Guest Jetters, we’ve adopted a stripped-back approach to reduce the weight and size of jetting units while maintaining performance capabilities.”
“Working with TCS and Dyno-Rod in Ireland, we developed a low-weight, state-of-the-art drainage van which is capable of performing multiple tasks in a single visit. This involved installing a 3-
We’ve seen an increase in customers looking for
complete operation-ready solutions.”
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