News, Tips & Advice

Throughout the year our powered access equipment and vast range of tools can be used to help you with a wide variety of projects. But which seasons are best suited to each project? We’ve put together this useful guide to explore some of the possible uses of our equipment throughout each season here.

Smiths Hire have once again upscaled their range with the addition of 20 x Snorkel S3010P push-around scissor lifts. The investment was made in a bid to further improve their range of working at height equipment, cementing their place as the best supplier Working at Height kit in the UK.

Our firewood cutting tools and equipment We previously recommended some of our best heaters for your workplace, but we’re also conscious of our environmental footprint – so here we have outlined a more eco-friendly heating alternative that is perfect for using at home: woodburning stoves.  Whether you have a traditional open fire or a modern… Read more »

The clocks have turned back, the days are significantly shorter and the temperature has certainly dropped recently. Each of these things can have a significant impact on construction sites, workplaces and events, affecting both your workers themselves, alongside any tools or materials. We have a selection of temporary electric heaters available as part of our… Read more »

Did you know, although employers have a duty of care for the safety of their workforce, accidents on building sites increase by over 30% during the darker months of the year? Construction site work is hazardous at the best of times. Without adequate temporary lighting on the construction site, having to avoid discarded materials, broken… Read more »

With the end of summer quickly approaching and the warm sunny days coming to an end, now is the perfect time to get those last-minute gardening jobs done before the start of Autumn.

After the success of last season’s partnership (both on and off the pitch) UK Equipment Hire firm Smiths Hire have renewed their partnership with Blackpool FC.

We are incredibly proud to be able to provide our customers with a wide range of different solutions to help them to tackle their work projects with much greater ease.

Are you considering hiring an air conditioning unit this summer? Before you do, there a few things that you should consider, to help you to determine which units will be most suitable for your needs.

One of the largest independent equipment hire companies in the region is marking its 50th year in business with a series of expansions.

Blackpool’s iconic, sea front attraction, The Giant Mirrorball is being given a full refurb with all 47,000 of it’s mirror tiles being replaced with shiny new ones.

In a bid to help combat increasing job losses and the economic uncertainty created by this year’s pandemic, the Government have introduced their ‘Kickstart’ initiative. The scheme offers funding to employers to enable them to create job placements for 16 to 24 year olds on Universal Credit.

Smiths Hire have partnered with Blackpool FC to assist in re-furbishing their existing training ground at Squires Gate ahead of the 20/21 football season.

Working at height is no laughing matter. It can be easy to find yourself in a false sense of security when working at height in tight spaces, however, serious injuries can still occur. One way in which you aid safety when working at height in tight spaces is making sure that you choose the right equipment.

Smiths Hire has been a reliable supplier of powered access solutions for more than a decade. Not only do we provide the most trusted brand names in the industry, but our team of trained specialists are on hand to give help and advice for the needs of the customer.

From reliable and portable electric heaters to high-powered lighting solutions and handheld inspection torches, Smiths Hire has been providing construction lighting and heating equipment for over 40 years.

The cold and bleak days of winter are once again just around the corner. This is why preparing ahead for what the coming months have in store is always a great idea. Addressing the needs involving your garden is an issue not to be taken lightly, as planning ahead can save you a great deal… Read more »

The presence of health and safety equipment within the workplace should never be taken lightly. Not only is this critical in terms of overall productivity, but recent statistics highlight the dangers that exist.

The Smiths Hire senior team are excited to announce the acquisition of Formby Tool Hire, and subsequently two new locations to add to our growing list of Hire it Centres.

Do you require the latest tools for hire at a highly competitive price? Have you been frustrated in the past when dealing with late deliveries or a simple lack of industry experience? These are only two of the reasons why customers from all walks of life are leveraging the services provided by Smiths Hire. Boasting… Read more »

Earlier this month we announced that Smiths Hire were nominated for the Plant, Tool & Equipment Hire Company for 2019, we were extremely proud, especially since we were winners for the same award last year. We are elated to announce that we won the HAE ‘Plant, Tool and Equipment Hire Company of the Year Award… Read more »

Every year the Hire Awards of Excellence are a great way of celebrating the UK’s Plant & Tool Hire Industries successes and achievements. This year, on the 13th of April the awards will take place in Grosvenor House Hotel down in London – hosted by the Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke.

We here at Smiths Hire know how important getting the right tools for the job is, but also how quickly you can get the tools! That’s why we offer a Same Day delivery on all small tools, and Next Day Delivery on the bigger tools, Plant Machinery & Powered Access products!

We have recently launched our new Non-Mechanical Brochure, featuring products from the Non-Mechanical section of our full Directory, with an online version available. If you’re in need of anything Non-Mechanical, we’ve got you covered!

The Dependables is a campaign we are running to demonstrate our commitment to excellent Customer Service. During the course of September we visited two of our Hire It Centres, firstly in Cleveleys and then later on we visited our Whitegate Drive depot.

Earlier this month we helped a local charity called Snows Heights Outdoor Centre to carry out a landscaping project by donating equipment for free hire.

Smiths Hire have been listed as one of the Top 30 Powered Access companies in the UK with a total of 509 machines for hire and WE ARE still growing with a further investment in sixteen New SKYJACK Scissor machines in September 2018.

Here at Smiths Hire, we are always looking to keep our brand and business up to date! We strive to ensure we maintain the freshness of our brand and continue to have a sleek, modern, appearance which will remain appealing to our customers.

Thanks to more than five decades of experience, Smiths Hire is capable of supplying our customers with only the most targeted power & lighting solutions.

Smiths Hire are proud to announce a further investment of £200,000 in Brand New SKYJACK Scissors Lifts taking Smiths Hire Powered Access fleet to over 500 Machines.

Due to the ongoing growth of their Leeds depot, Smiths Hire have invested in a new ‘state of the art’ delivery wagon which has been customised to their own design by Sterling.

At Smiths Hire we’re actively seeking new recruits and love to see people interested in joining our Award Winning team! Even if you’re not applying for a current job vacancy, please send a copy of your CV with the form below and we will keep you on record for future reference when new roles become available.

Smiths Hire are proud to announce that we are the winners of the 2018 HAE Plant, Tool and Equipment Hire Company of the Year. The award is based on the high levels of customer service that nominees achieve, putting the customer first.

Spring Is Coming: Don’t Forget About the Carpets! Although carpets can make or break the ambiance of any room, the unfortunate fact of the matter is that they will also gather a good deal of dirt and grime over time. From children and pets to regular foot traffic, deep carpet cleaning is essential if you… Read more »

We are proud to announce that we have recently expanded our scope of operations across the border into Yorkshire with a new depot in Leeds, literally just off junction 27 of the M62.

Working With Non Powered and Powered Access Hire Equipment. There are many instances when an employee will be required to work at heights. Of course, these situations are associated with a certain amount of risk. The HSE has observed that falls while working are one of the primary causes for serious injuries and even occasional… Read more »