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Hird takes delivery of first Oil&Steel truck mounts
Hird now has available new Oil&Steel truck mounted access platforms as it introduces the brand back into the UK powered access market. As the new UK and Ireland distributor for the Italian platforms, Hird has taken delivery of the first units for sale and is preparing to meet expected strong...
Winlet glazing robot perfect response to homes glazing trend
Glass Lifting • Glazing Robots • Vacuum Glass Lifters
The growth in popularity of inside outside living shows no sign of slowing down – and, as a result, demand for floor-to-ceiling glazing is increasing every year. That is one reason our Winlet glazing robots are such popular hire options for building contractors and glazing installers who need a machine...
Product of the Month – ErgoMover electric materials trolley
When a workforce is under stress it really does benefit from simple but powerful solutions for basic tasks. Which is why our Product of the Month for February is the ErgoMover. Construction is one of the key industries the government has encouraged to continue working throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. That...
Hird achieves FORS Gold for London transport fleet
The London transport fleet operated by mini crane, glass lifting and powered access specialist Hird has achieved the gold standard – the highest possible – under the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme. The success proves its HGVs vans set the highest standards expected of transport fleets operating in London. FORS, created...
Product of the Month – Kappel DSKZL2 glass vacuum lifter
Hird is determined to provide glass lifting equipment that helps our customers overcome every challenge they might face. So, say hello to our first Product of the Month of 2021, the Kappel DSKZL2 glass vacuum lifter. Or don’t, because it’s a glass vacuum lifter, and who says hello to one...
Counterbalance lifting beam supports council glass installation
A counterbalance lifting beam and two types of vacuum lifter supplied by Hird have played a key role in the installation of glass at Northumberland County Council’s head office. The equipment was used to install new windows under a 1.5m overhang as part of ongoing work to refurbish the building...
Hird lifting expertise cracks glass installation challenge
Contract Lifting • Mini Cranes
A Hird lifting team has completed a glass lifting project that proved an excellent test of the capabilities of the Maeda spider crane selected to carry out the task. A building contractor asked for Hird’s support to lift four glass panels, one weighing 400kg, at the property in a village...
Product of the Month 2020 Roundup
With 2021 hurtling towards us the PoTM desk at Hird is presenting its end of year review of the machines and equipment we have showcased over the last 12 months. As you would expect, they are widely varied, given the comprehensive service Hird provides for mini crane lifting, working at...