December 2007
Quick-hitch digger buckets

What is a Quick-hitch system? Quite simply, it’s a method of attaching buckets without having to fiddle around with the pins that traditionally have held the bucket onto the digging arm. Working from the driving seat, you position the digging arm so that it engages with hooks on the top of the bucket, and from there, the latching process is automatic.

They have been around for years on bigger machines, but have gradually been becoming available for mini and micro diggers. We have them fitted to our 2.5 ton machines, to 50% of our 1.5 tonners and now have begun introducing them on our 1 ton machines.

Don't put up with the frustration of changing buckets the old-fashioned way; come to County Hire for an easier life!

Mini-Excavator Range.

Turf Lifter - Self Drive Camon XL

This new model features positive gear drive to the wheels, and the following advantages over the old one:

• Improved traction in all conditions
• Easily adjustable cutting depth (20 to 35mm)
• Less vibration transmitted to the operator
• Reduced overall machine length

Hire Prices.

Stair Tower

Painting and decorating the stairs and landing has always been an awkward job, but not any more. Now, you can rent a lightweight aluminium tower built specifically for that job. It is high enough to enable you to easily reach the landing ceiling, and has a work platform measuring 1.8m (6ft) x 0.7m (2ft 3"). The platform is surrounded by guard rails so you feel safe - and you are safe. Use it in place of the traditional ladder and a plank of wood!

The tower comes as a kit of easily-handled components which can be quickly assembled by two people, and you can still use the stairs whilst it is in place.

Hire Prices.

November 2007
Safe Hire Assessment

We are delighted to announce that we have recently had our Safe Hire qualification renewed for a further 12 months.

This is the sixth year in succession that it has been awarded to County Hire, and confirms the effectiveness of the procedures we use to ensure our equipment is safe to hire to our customers.

Safe Hire is the premier quality assurance scheme for the Hire Industry. Its effectiveness is ensured by regular, rigorous inspections by the Hire Association of Europe, backed up by occasional visits from "mystery shoppers".

September 2007

Newbury Show

This year was the first time we have exhibited at Newbury Show. Much to our surprise, we picked up 3rd Prize in the medium trade stand category! It was good to see customers, old and new, in a relaxing environment.

We all enjoyed the two days, although it was a shame that Sunday turned out to be a bit windy and, at times, quite cloudy and cold. All being well we shall probably be there again next year.