Q&A with our Rental Manager - Bronson Flett

1️⃣ How has the demand for specific types of machinery changed or evolved this year compared to previous years?

2023 saw a shift towards hiring rather than buying machinery. Construction companies are choosing to preserve cash flow and enhance operational flexibility, giving them the ability to easily adapt to project-specific needs and different sizes of equipment. Hiring equipment also eliminates worrying about maintenance costs and servicing, as these are done in house at Pronto Hire. On top of that, the financial appeal extends to tax advantages, as companies can claim rental expenses as fully tax-deductible, further optimizing cost-effectiveness in construction operations.

2️⃣ Considering the current market trends, have you noticed any particular shifts in the types of projects or industries seeking our equipment?

As everyone knows, this year has been extremely wet, with Cyclone Gabriel causing major damage in parts of NZ. With the number of slips, ruined drain’s, culverts, etc, we have seen client’s workload playing in the ‘reactive, and maintenance’ industry skyrocket. This has substantially increased the demand for equipment (such as larger excavators on rubber pads/shoes).

3️⃣ In light of this year’s challenges or opportunities, have there been any adaptations or innovations in the services offered by Pronto Hire?

To ensure we maintain our aim to provide the fastest response times in the industry, we have added more trucks to our transport fleet. With a lot more ‘reactive’ work going on, it gives our clients peace of mind knowing when they need equipment, we can deliver on-time, every time – keeping their projects on track.

4️⃣ Have you introduced any new technologies or initiatives this year to enhance the efficiency or effectiveness of your machine rentals?

We are continually investing in the best gear and latest technologies in machinery to ensure our customers projects are kept on track. Recently we have added a few GPS machine control excavators to our fleet to continue this promise. With tighter deadlines, and lack of human resources in the construction industry, this technology helps our clients get their job done quicker, and under budget.

Thank you Bronson for giving us insights into the year of 2023; including changes in machinery demand, industry trends, and Pronto Hire’s commitment to help “drive projects forward” 🙌

If you have any questions you would like Bronson to respond to, let us know so we can add to our next spotlight!