FTH Hire Group: Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Plant Hire
When taking on a construction, groundwork, or landscaping project, the importance of having the right plant equipment cannot be overstated. From heavy-duty excavators, crushers and telehandlers to dumpers, rollers or forklifts, every piece of machinery plays a crucial role in ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness on site. Delays caused by unreliable equipment or last-minute sourcing can lead to increased labour costs and missed deadlines, making it essential to plan ahead and secure high-quality hire solutions from a trusted provider.
That’s where FTH Hire Group comes in. As a leading supplier of plant hire equipment, FTH offers an extensive range of top-tier plant machinery, delivered promptly to keep projects running smoothly. Our commitment to reliability, quality, and customer support means contractors can focus on completing the job without the stress of equipment breakdowns or supply chain disruptions. By choosing the right plant hire partner, your business can ensure it stays on track, within budget, and ahead of schedule.
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Common Groundworks Projects Requiring Plant and Equipment
Demolition
Before new construction can commence, existing structures often need to be removed. This is where powerful equipment, such as excavators and bulldozers come into play, making the demolition process faster and more efficient.
Site Clearance
Preparing a site involves removing obstacles like walls, hedges, trees, ditches and services. It also requires the removal of topsoil, which is unsuitable for building on. A variety of equipment, including excavators, telehandlers, breakers, rollers, loaders and dumpers is essential for efficiently clearing the site and relocating materials.
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Building Foundations
Excavating trenches for footings and foundations is a crucial phase of construction. While some manual labour may be required, using mechanical equipment significantly enhances safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Excavators of varying sizes are the primary machines for this task, ensuring precise and timely excavation.
Drainage and Cabling
Like foundation work, installing drainage and cabling requires trench excavation. Excavators fitted with specialised attachments, such as claws or grabbers, help move and position utilities pipes and cables efficiently while maintaining a safe working environment.
Landscaping
Large-scale landscaping projects demand extensive groundwork, including removing and replacing turf, shaping terrain and creating pathways. A diverse range of equipment, including excavators, crushers and hydraulic breakers, as well as specialist landscaping tools, is necessary to handle the various stages of the process effectively.
And Don’t forget Electric Plant
Electric plant machinery is ideal for environments where reducing emissions, noise pollution, and operating costs are key priorities. Urban construction sites, indoor projects, and environmentally sensitive areas, such as parks or residential neighbourhoods, greatly benefit from electric machinery due to its quieter operation and zero exhaust emissions. Additionally, electric plant equipment is perfect for night-time work or locations with strict noise restrictions, helping businesses meet sustainability targets while maintaining efficiency and performance.
Your One-Stop Plant Hire Solution
At FTH Hire Group, we operate an extensive, modern fleet of plant equipment, ensuring reliability through meticulous maintenance and our commitment to quality. With a policy of keeping our machinery no older than two years, we provide cutting-edge solutions for all project requirements.
Our comprehensive plant hire range includes:
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Excavators – Micro, mini, and heavy-duty models (0.8 to 14 tonne capacities)
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Dumpers, Skip Loaders and Tracked Barrows – Straight, swivel and cabbed options (0.3 to 10 tonne capacities)
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Rollers – Single and twin-drum options, including remote trench and heavy-duty (13 tonne capacity)
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Telehandlers – Ranging from 4m to 18m reach
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Concrete Crushers – Capable of processing up to 15 tonnes per hour
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Hydraulic Breaker Attachments – Suitable for machines from 0.8 to 13 tonnes
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Electric Plant - A full range of eco plant from 0.3 to 1.9 tonnes with accessories
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Partner with FTH Hire Group for your next project and experience the difference that reliable, high-quality plant hire can make. Whether you're working on a large-scale construction project or a small landscaping job, we have the right equipment to meet your needs.
Our hire hubs are located in Farnborough, Farnham, Basingstoke, Guildford, Reading, Maidstone, Horsham, Worthing, Southampton, Airdrie, Bridgend, Cardiff, Cwmbran, Newport, Pontypridd and Swansea. Contact your local hire hub today .
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