HIRE EQUIPMENT

Avoid long lead times and access affordably priced forklifts with our hire equipment services. Choose Locators for fast, flexible equipment solutions.

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HIRE EQUIPMENT IN . . .

  • dorset
  • Hampshire
  • Wiltshire
  • Berkshire
  • Buckinghamshire
  • Hertfordshire
  • Surrey
  • West Sussex
  • Oxfordshire
  • East Sussex
  • West London
  • & Much More

Hire Equipment FAQs

Can I hire equipment for both short-term and long-term use?
Locators offer a wide range of material handling and cleaning equipment. This includes forklifts from Toyota, Combilift, and Manitou, as well as Kärcher cleaning solutions. Our equipment meets high standards so that you can access newer models in top cosmetic condition at competitive rates. Plus, our variety ensures you can find the right equipment for any specific requirement or project.
What types of hire equipment are available at Locators?
We provide a wide range of specialist equipment for utility detection and surveying. This includes cable avoidance tools, ground penetrating radar, signal generators, and tracing accessories. All equipment is maintained to high standards and suitable for both short and long-term hire.
What is included in the hire agreement?
Each hire includes fully tested equipment, necessary accessories, and basic guidance for use. We also offer optional training and technical support if required. Flexible hire terms are available to suit your project duration.
How does the hiring process work?
Simply get in touch with your requirements and preferred dates. We will recommend suitable equipment and confirm availability. Once booked, you can arrange collection or delivery, and our team will be on hand to support you throughout the hire period.
What are the advantages of hiring over purchasing equipment?
Hiring reduces upfront costs and removes the need for ongoing maintenance and storage. It allows access to the latest technology without long-term commitment. This is ideal for short-term projects or when specific equipment is only needed occasionally.

COVERED TRANSPORT

At Locators, our modern tractor units have covered trailers that guarantee your equipment arrives in excellent condition. Better yet, we go the extra mile to ensure it will be ready for immediate use

Our prompt delivery timescales support seamless project execution, meeting even the tightest deadlines. We also provide mobile engineering support to enhance equipment reliability and availability.

Since November 2020, our updated fleet has supported our comprehensive coverage area. This fleet has lower fuel consumption and emissions and has helped extend our reach to both urban and remote project locations.

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why hire with us?

Competitive Terms

Experience cost-effective solutions that keep your project costs predictable and manageable. Our young and well-maintained hire equipment has competitive rates and includes fixed-cost transport. So your business benefits from safe and reliable equipment that’s within budget.

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Mobile Engineering Support

Gain peace of mind with our responsive mobile engineering support. Our factory-trained mobile engineers maintain over 2,500 machines and service continuity. Plus, by providing overnight parts delivery, we truly deliver when it comes to supporting our customers.

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High-Quality Equipment

When you hire from us, you benefit from the highest equipment standards. Access the latest forklift models to reduce your workload, saving time, money, and energy. So you can serve your customers and grow your business — with little downtime and improved efficiency.

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Prompt Delivery Timescales

Ensure timely project execution with our prompt delivery timescales. Our hire equipment is delivered on time via state-of-the-art tractor units with covered trailers. This way, we can meet your tightest deadlines and have your equipment ready to go when it arrives.

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Comprehensive Coverage

Leverage our comprehensive coverage area to support any project location. Locators deliver hire equipment across a broad geographic region. Our extensive network caters to urban and remote sites, making us ideal for operations spanning multiple locations.

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On-Site Training

Enhance workplace safety and efficiency with our on-site training and certification. We’ll ensure your equipment operators are well-prepared. Our trainers deliver comprehensive instruction tailored to the specific needs of your project.

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Explore Our Latest Projects

For over 35 years, we've worked with companies that cover everything from leisure to distribution and manufacturing.

Dexam International

Jun 5, 2026
Working closely with the Dexam Ops team, Locators specified a combined solution designed to lift warehouse safety, optimise aisle utilisation and streamline product movement across the facility. The brief called for a flexible articulated truck to work the racking and a compact counterbalance for loading bays and general yard duties.
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ExxonMobil

May 8, 2026
ExxonMobil required a high-competency racking installation at their Fawley site, delivered to strict safety standards within a high-risk working environment. Locators designed, supplied and installed a gravity-fed FIFO roller bed pallet racking block, additional pallet racking and A-Safe safety barrier systems. The completed solution improves pallet flow, storage efficiency and
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Private Estate Redevelopment

May 1, 2026
Locators supplied a specialist heavy-duty telescopic handler to support the unloading of imported trees for the redevelopment of a private estate. With large, high-value loads to handle, the project called for a machine with the lifting power, reach and stability to work safely and efficiently on site. The Manitou MHT
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Top-Op Foods

Apr 8, 2026
Top-Op Foods in Dunstable have worked with Locators for over 20 years. With the business growing and a new unit recently taken on, they needed to refresh parts of their fleet and fit out the new space. Locators supplied a fresh package of Toyota trucks alongside racking for the new
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Penton Ltd

Feb 8, 2026
Penton UK, an manufacturer of voice alarm and background music systems, were scaling up operations and needed an MHE partner they could rely on. After a full on-site demonstration with Combilift, Locators replaced their existing reach truck with an Aisle Master delivering greater efficiency, improved operator safety and smoother handling
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Transform Arboriculture Ltd

Dec 17, 2025
Transform Arboriculture Ltd required a safer, faster and more efficient way to dismantle and process mature trees across a challenging site. Traditional climbing and chainsaw work carried significant risks, especially when working at height or near property. They needed a mechanised solution that would increase safety, reduce manual labour, and
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UK Roofing and Plastic Supplies

Dec 16, 2025
The customer already uses an electric Aisle Master daily, but wanted a refurbished Toyota gas counterbalance forklift to support site handling in their yard.
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Keysight Technologies

Sep 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
Keysight Technologies had been relying on a 1.5t 3-wheel capacity forklift for daily operations. While the compact design suited their tight working area, growth in their business meant heavier loads were becoming more frequent. Each time heavier materials arrived, the team had to hire a larger capacity forklift on a
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Jewellery Company

Aug 20, 2025
Locators recently completed a compact but high-impact warehouse upgrade for The Jewellery Channel in Southall, West London. The brief was straightforward and familiar to many growing businesses. The customer needed more pallet spaces inside an already congested warehouse and they needed it on a tight budget. There was no need
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Rug Doctor

Aug 12, 2025
By upgrading to modern electric and efficient equipment, Rug Doctor is now better positioned to handle their operational demands while reducing their environmental footprint. The move aligns perfectly with their international strategy for innovation and sustainability.
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Aspen Pumps

Jul 17, 2025
Aspen Pumps originally operated a 2T electric Linde fork truck, but it was building up large repair bills prompting the move to a newer, more dependable truck.
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Noble Commercial Truck Services

May 16, 2025
In the past, the Noble used a truck that struggled efficiently handling commercial truck parts and engines, resulting in operational difficulties.
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