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4 Executive News We report on positive industry developments including KDM invests in cabin facilities, Phoenix rises with Snorkel, Speedy’s power generation investment, expansion leads to Nixon Hire appointments, new HQ for HSC, and Toga wins Hire Network Award.
11 Industry “in great shape” Hirers got a lot out of visiting the Show.
15 Evolution in action Alan Guthrie talks to Morris Site Machinery’s new MD about the company’s exciting plans.
PROFILE CHAMPION HIRE LTD
17 Worthy Champion This Sheffield-based hirer is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Alan Guthrie talks to its senior management team.
20 Hire achievers Find out which companies received our Passionate Hirer Awards.
23 Alliance for hire The Hire Trade Alliance is being re-launched.
25 Impressive display Alan Guthrie discovers that SPE International’s range is growing.
MARCH 2019
29 All systems Go Dan Jenkins meets the hard-working entrepreneur behind this successful Hull-based hire business.
35 Cutting the cord Makita highlighted a number of new cordless tools at the Show.
37 Bauma beckons Nick Johnson previews new machines being launched at the massive Munich event.
41 Dress for the occasion Adam Bernstein discusses the tax implications of corporate workwear.
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3 Executive Hire Forum We reflect on a successful Show and the opportunities that forward- looking hirers can benefit from.
64 Spirit of Crosshire Rental Rate Roy’s patience is tested by a customer who is “very officious and ridiculously demanding”.
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EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW 2019 REVIEW
43 Brimful of innovation With 190 exhibitors occupying every inch of available space, this year’s Show was the launching pad for a host of new products and services.
In our comprehensive Review, Dan Jenkins, Nick Johnson and Alan Guthrie highlight new additions from established and new suppliers including Brendon, Stihl, Makinex, AJC EasyCabin, HGI, Sealey Group, National Flooring Equipment, Tracked Carriers, Demon, Kohler-SDMO, Genquip Groundhog, Husqvarna, Mecalac, Hilti, Dustcontrol, Altrad Belle, Euro Towers, Pramac-Generac, JCB, PSD Groundscare, Duro, ATE and many, many more. Enjoy!
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