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    Mobile service engineers: ensuring downtime is minimised whilst on site
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    Prompt Delivery: using real-time vehicle tracking, we are able to give realistic delivery times
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    Scrupulously maintained fleet: assuring you that prior to despatch the machine you receive will be fully serviced
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    Centralised Call Centre: all hire and service enquiries handled for the whole country
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    Continual investment: in the latest equipment including JCB and Manitou

Customer Services

 
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Customer Service

Overview

Offering a premier service offering is the key to a fruitful relationship between customer and supplier.

Having continously prided ourselves on the ability to listen and act on the needs of our customers, we are constantly striving for new and innovative solutions to create the perfect working partnership. With an unrivalled service offering, we are the only rental company in the UK able to offer the following as standard:

  • National hire and service coverage from one central number 0800 123 101

  • First class customer support from a team of CTA accredited Account Managers and experienced Hire Controllers

  • A comprehensive telehandler fleet with major investments in JCB, Manitou and Dieci equipment

  • A strategically placed national distribution and service network

  • A competitive rate based on need rather than length of hire

  • Market leading technical expertise from a range of specialist engineers

  • A scrupulously maintained and serviced fleet prior to despatch

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One number hire & service facility

UK Forks prides itself on a one number hire and service facility.

Wherever you are in the UK, call 0800 123 101, press 1 for hire and 2 for service and breakdown to be connected to our national call centre, where a dedicated Hire or Service Controller will respond efficiently to your enquiry.

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First class customer support

As a valued customer of UK Forks, you will consistently receive only the very best personal care and attention.

Constantly on hand, your key Account Manager is there to answer technical questions and to provide you with the best solution to suit your project. A team of dedicated Hire Controllers are there to advise you of equipment availability, take you through the ordering process and arrange the delivery of your equipment.

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Experience / expertise

Material handling is an integral part of on-site productivity and therefore requires consideration throughout the project. UK Forks has the experience and expertise to provide you with the right equipment from start to finish.

Pre-hire Site Survey

Upon request, one of our CSCS qualified Account Managers can visit your site prior to hire to assess and advise you of the most suitable machine and attachments required for the job.

Start of Hire

Once your equipment requirements have been identifie, simply contact us on 0800 123 101 and press 1 for hire. Your dedicated Hire Controller will respond promptly to your call, taking you through the following hire procedures:

  • Your customer account details
  • Machine requirements
  • Machine availability
  • Attachment requirements
  • Expected hire period
  • Hire rate
  • Delivery requirements
  • Delivery address
  • Transport booking for day of delivery
  • Booking confirmation number
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Distribution

UK Forks operate a UK-wide fleet of HGV trucks managed by our in-house transport division

By using measures such as overnight fleet transporters and real-time vehicle tracking, we are able to achieve prompt and realistic delivery times to site.

Upon placing your order we will require the delivery date and address from you. Your Hire Controller will then confirm all details (defined by morning or afternoon), at which point you will also be advised of transport costs for your transaction.

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Technical Backup

Recognising the importance of minimal downtime, UK Forks has an unrivalled field service capability.

Every piece of equipment is scrupulously checked and maintained by our trained fitters prior to deliver. To ensure minimum downtime and maximum performance are acheived we operate a 56 day safety inspection and service plan once your machine is on site.

Should you require service, call 0800 123 101 and press 2. Our Service Controllers will then identify your machine within seconds and, in the event of a breakdown, an engineer will be on site promptly. If we can't fix the fault there and then, we will replace the equipment as soon as possible - normally within 24 hours.

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Additional service options

Safety and security issues, site presentation and corporate identity are of upmost importance for today's construction site; with these areas in mind, UK Forks offer a range of solutions that can be tailor-made to suit your project.

 

Machine Safety

Extensive consultation and research with our customers, manufacturers and the HSE, has developed a range of safety devices that can be identified to suit specific site conditions.

  • All round visibility mirrors
  • Speed limiter
  • High visibility decals
  • Hind sight camera kit
  • Reverse warning sensors
  • Height restrictor
  • Reversing lights
  • Extendible roof truss jib extension

Vehicle Security

Plant theft is one of the most common crime in Britain today, which has inevitably contributed to the recent escalation in insurance premiums.

In response to your need for effective security, we can provide a range of devices and services to deter theft.

  • Tracking device to monitor the vehicles location in the event of theft.
  • A range of electrical and mechanical devices - affixed to the machines components
  • A guaranteed vehicle pick up within 48 hours from finish of hire* - a day less than the industry standard of 72 hours

* Except weekends

NB. Please note that all the above are optional extras and that price and availability will depend on your contract type.