VRents: How a prepared fleet can improve your bottom line

1 min read
VRents   |   November 29, 2016

Over the past few years, the buying and hiring habits of contractors has becoming increasingly scrutinised to deliver on three points; productivity, profitability and safety. 

For construction equipment suppliers, success will ultimately be a reflection of the contractors success.

One aspect of how to contribute to this is how a supplier prepares their fleet. 

Take VRents, for example. We're a Hi-spec Volvo Construction Equipment supplier specialising in civil construction, bulk materials handling, major projects, quarries, pipeline, utilities infrastructure, road construction, mining, site remediation and bulk earthworks industries. And we pride ourselves on achieving the best results for a client's operations using meticulously prepared, serviced and maintained equipment. 

To meet this goal, VRents in constantly updating its range of construction equipment. And in July 2016, we introduced VSpec to our rental fleet, incorporating a number of attachments and enhancements to improve the safety and productivity of each machine.

A recent example is VRents new ECR305 reduced swing radius 30t excavator. On this unit a number of features were included to enhance the machines already impressive performance and safety specifications. All designed to maximise the operator’s time in the cabin, the machines adaptability, uptime and productivity the additions include –

  • Volvo Caretrack Telematics
  • Full Auto-grease System
  • Pre-wiring for 2D & 3D GPS
  • Fully Automatic Quick Hitch
  • Battery Isolators
  • Pre-set Hydraulic Hammer Settings
  • Hammer Piping
  • Emergency Stops
  • Heavy Duty Front Screen Guard
  • Hammer Piping
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Safety Railing
  • First Aid Kit
  • UHF Radio
  • Heavy Duty Dozer Blade
  • Reversing Camera
  • A Wide Range of Heavy Duty Buckets & Attachments

All prepared, serviced and maintained by VRent's Volvo trained technicians, the VSpec machines provide exception rental value.

If you'd like to hear more about preparing the right fleet for the job, or need a quote for your requirements, get in touch with VRents today. 
VRents
VRents
South Australian Volvo dealer, Warrin Mining now provides specialist Volvo Construction Equipment rental services through its VRents business within its purpose built facilities at 881 Main North Road at Pooraka. VRents Directors Adam Wallis and Chris Bradley are proudly South Australian and committed to providing professional equipment rental services to South Australian industries. P: (08) 8172 2206

Tell us your thoughts by leaving a comment here:

Related Articles

Projects
PYBAR secures underground mining contract for Woodlawn project in NSW

PYBAR Mining Services has been awarded the underground mining contract for Heron Resources’ wholly-owned Woodlawn zinc-copper project located in Tarago, approximately 250 kilometres south west of Sydney, New South Wales.

Projects
Monadelphous secures second contract on BHP South Flank project

Monadelphous has won its second contract for works on BHP’s South Flank Iron Ore project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. The new $104 million contract adds to Monadelphous’ previous award, bringing the company’s value of secured work to $212 million.

Testimonials
Eather Group moves into niche projects and connects with new contractors and builders

About Eather Group

Eather Group operates a mid-size fleet in Sydney, New South Wales and specialises in everything bulk excavation, waste and select mining work.

Get the latest project news

Formerly known as the PlantMiner blog, Felix Project News is Australia's top 10 Construction blog. Join thousands of construction and mining pros getting the best content right in their inbox.
  • updates on Australia's pipeline of state and federal projects
  • fresh contract awards from major contractors and builders

If you're looking to contact us about other matters, please contact us.

Select your preferred email frequency
Which best describes you?
Please Select*
  • Please Select*
  • I hire plant, equipment or subcontractors
  • I supply plant, equipment or subcontracting trades
  • Both
  • Other

By submitting this form you agree with the T&Cs and Privacy Policy and you consent to allow Felix to store and process the personal information submitted above to facilitate your request.