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1-10 tonnes, and rollers ranging from pedestrian models to 13-tonne units. We are a one-stop shop for essential construction plant, and we concentrate on established brands such as JCB, Manitou, Kubota, Volvo, CAT, Hitachi, Thwaites, Bomag and Hamm. In 2017, we have diversified into access equipment as, not only is it complementary to our existing product portfolio, but we also recognised that Hewden was an access supplier and we invested in new machinery of this type to service its former customers. Furthermore, we provide plant hire service for the events industries, from utility vehicles and pedestrian carriers for use during events, to specialist telescopic handlers and access equipment for setting up music festivals and other attractions.”
Belle mixers and MBW surface preparation equipment. If the initiative proves popular, it could be rolled out at other locations in the future. Furthermore, Morris Leslie has an accommodation hire business in Plymouth servicing the south west of the country.
The Inverness facility has expanded significantly this year.
Operations Director Mark Hierons, who was previously Group Operations Director with Hewden, believes that “the quality of service, as well as providing high quality machinery, is increasingly what sets you apart, since many companies are essentially offering similar equipment. Throughout my 30 years career I have never worked with such a modern fleet, meaning that breakdowns are minimal. And what do breakdowns cost our customers?
The four former Hewden depots are in key regional locations enhancing the company’s model of national coverage with local service. All personnel were transferred and additional people have been recruited to meet planned expansion. When the business took over the Hewden depots, these locations had 40 employees and there are now 58. The Inverness facility, for example, previously had four personnel and now has nine. Overall, the plant hire business employs over 200 people.
Smaller tools and equipment
Although the hire fleet is centred primarily on plant and machinery, the Burgess Hill depot has included small tools for several years to meet local demand. In addition, smaller equipment is offered to complement the construction plant at Inverness. Products available at Inverness include the full range of Hilti and Wacker Neuson tools,
“We focus on building the local markets we operate in whilst supporting our larger customers nationally,” said Mark. “We have a national team of mobile fitters operating from strategic locations to provide service backup in the field.”
Looking ahead, Morris Leslie Plant Hire plans to open additional depots in the near future to further enhance its network. Indeed, EHN understands that further acquisitions may well take place before the end of the year, raising its profile still further. “We have been low-key in our approach but the momentum created by the quality of our operation is steadily winning us more business,” said Graham Ogilvie. “Our company is still privately owned and family-run, making decisions for the long term and for the right reasons.”
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Excavators are offered ranging from micro machines upwards. 12
Rollers are amongst core fleet items.
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