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In the competitive world of hire businesses, reputation is everything. That's why SHC Hire, with 10 depots spread across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Cumbria, insists on using only market-leading equipment.

For Matthew Wilson, the Managing Director of SHC Hire, choosing Avant compact loaders was a no-brainer.

"We used to have other loaders, but we were having trouble getting parts and general reliability," Matthew explains. "Then we found Avant, and it was perfect for the job."

12764769896?profile=RESIZE_584xCurrently, SHC boasts four Avant 528's available for hire. Part of the 500 series, these loaders offer a perfect balance of size and performance. Their compact dimensions and manoeuvrability make them ideal for a wide range of tasks, from construction to farming. 

The 500 series loaders are well suited for a wide range of customer segments thanks to their power and straight forward hydraulics which is needed in many jobs. The 500 series can also lift amazingly heavy loads compared to the size of the machine. 

"The Avants are used for a wide range of customers," Matthew says. "Our builders love the 528's because they can carry a tonne bag of sand round the back of a house, saving manpower. They can get into tight spaces too, which is beneficial for house renovations."

Key to the Avant's appeal is its versatility. With attachments like pallet forks and buckets, it can tackle a variety of jobs with ease. "One machine can do so many different jobs," Matthew emphasises. "It gives us the flexibility we need because of our varied customer base."

Matthew sources the Avant loaders through APSV, the main dealers for Avant compact loaders in the region. "We have a great relationship with Rob Atkinson and his team there," he says. "The service and back-up we get from APSV is absolutely brilliant."

As SHC Hire continues to grow and serve customers across the region, Avant compact loaders remain a reliable and essential part of their fleet. With their performance and support from APSV, SHC can confidently deliver on their promise of reliability and quality service. 

For more information, please visit www.avant.co.uk

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