William G Search Ltd, the Leeds-based independent plant hire group, has significantly boosted its fleet of portable vandal-proof steel buildings in order to cater for the growing demand for this type of accommodation.
The company has invested more than £200,000 in 80 new units, including stores, toilets, mess rooms and offices.
Andrew Collings, the firm’ Group Hire Operations Manager, said: “Demand for these units – all of which are purpose-built – is increasing as contractors become more security-conscious. Builders are now focusing seriously on loss prevention and risk management.
“Clients are also demanding a better quality unit these days. As well as security, they want a comfortable, quality working environment. The days when an old converted sea container would do are now past.”
For further information, please contact:
Andrew Collings Tel: 0113 263 9081
Simon Mountford, Simon Mountford Communications Tel: 01347 844844
Notes to editors
William G Search, which was founded in Leeds in 1946, currently employs 165 people at its sites in Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Nottingham and Liverpool. Its four operating divisions are:
Hire - one of the largest independent hire specialists in the north of England providing a full range of plant and equipment to construction and industry. It is also one of very few businesses with the facilities to modify electric personnel carriers to meet clients' individual specifications.
Leisure industry - the largest supplier of hire equipment for outdoor events in the UK. It specialises in sporting and music events.
Compressed Air - supplying and maintaining compressed air and process equipment from supply only through to total turnkey installations.
Power Products - Specialising in the supply of power solutions in the field of industrial and marine engines, and power generation.
