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JMS extends offer as an IPAF Training Centre

JMS has been accredited as an IPAF training centre. High quality IPAF-approved working at height training is now being delivered in newly-created facilities at JMS’s HQ and main depots in Harpenden, Hertfordshire and Leeds, Yorkshire. Mark Jackson, JMS Managing Director, said: “We can now provide our customers with an excellent range of access equipment for hire… Read more →

JMS Cherry Picker Hire Fortnight

As seen on social media, we present the JMS cherry picker hire campaign – #JMSCherryPicker Our cherry picker hire fleet includes articulated cherry pickers (booms), and telescopic cherry pickers. All of our cherry pickers provide excellent outreach over and above obstacles. JMS hire out electric cherry pickers for quiet, emission free operation, diesel cherry pickers for… Read more →

JMS respond to demand for Niftys

JMS Powered Access has added more Niftylift Height Rider 28 and Height Rider 12N boom lifts to its powered access hire fleet, bringing the total to eight HR 28s and 30 HR 12s. Mark Jackson, JMS Managing Director, said: “Niftylift has worked hard to build a reputation for delivering excellent performance in confined spaces, combined… Read more →

Spider boom helps keep birds at bay in major hospital

A tracked spider boom lift, combined with JMS operator expertise, has been used to bird proof a building at a busy East London hospital. Estate managers at Homerton Hospital wanted to deter pigeons from roosting in an internal courtyard to protect patients from infection risks caused by bird guano. The NHS hospital’s bird proofing contractor… Read more →

JMS Invests in more Lithium battery tracked booms.

JMS has invested in 11 Hinowa lithium battery-powered tracked booms. The purchase continues JMS’s strategy of investing in latest the tracked boom lift technology across a range of brands to meet customer expectation on machine choice, and select the best performing booms. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “Lithium battery technology is one of the… Read more →

We have the power! JMS invests in more lithium battery tracked booms

JMS customers now have more options to use the most advanced and productive tracked booms because the access specialist has added more lithium battery machines to its boom hire fleet. The company has taken delivery of a range of tracked booms, including the Hinowa Lightlift 20.10 Performance IIIS, Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 Performance IIIS, and the Hinowa LL… Read more →

The Festive Approach to Powered Access

JMS has taken a festive approach to powered access hire and present to you the 12 Days of JMS, better known on our social media as #12DaysofJMS JMS Powered Access Each day we will be presenting different products and services that JMS offer to customers. Remember, if you would like to have a chat about… Read more →

Electric Scissor Lift Hire – JMS introduces the Dingli JCPT 0607 DCS

JMS is one of the first platform hire companies in the UK to take delivery of the ultra-narrow Dingli JCPT 0607 DCS self-propelled, electric scissor lift. The low-level access machine replaces other working at height systems, such as ladders, and scaffolding towers, while providing greater flexibility, productivity, and safety. Ultra-Narrow and Safe Mark Jackson, Managing… Read more →

Safe Low-Level Access with the DeskGlider

What is a DeskGlider? The DeskGlider is a low-level access platform that allows safer access over and above desk areas, up to a working height of four metres. The DeskGlider is also known by other names such as Desk Surfer and Glidelift. JMS’s Managing Director, Mark Jackson said “The DeskGlider makes it easier for our… Read more →

High Investment in Low Level Powered Access Platforms

JMS continues high investment in low level powered access platforms and has been named as one of the UK’s top five powered access companies for low level fleets in Cranes and Access magazine. JMS has invested significantly in low level access over the course of 2017, adding more than two hundred new machines to its hire… Read more →

10 Reasons you’ll want to pocket our all new brochure

It is back by popular demand. Bigger and better than ever, but still the handy pocket-sized shape.   Yes, it is the new JMS product brochure.  The all-new printed booklet is packed full of powered access equipment which can also be viewed on our website. Many new machines have been added to our handy comprehensive… Read more →

JMS are in the Top 10 of a National Access Hire League Table

JMS has been named as one of the top ten powered access hire specialists in the UK by trade magazine Cranes and Access. It is the first time that JMS has been featured within the top 10 access hire companies in the annual league table. Cranes and Access listed JMS at number 9 in a… Read more →

JMS invests in the world’s tallest articulating boom lift

The world’s largest articulated boom has landed in the UK this year.  JMS has taken delivery of two JLG 1500 AJPs, the world’s tallest and farthest reaching articulating boom. The World’s Tallest Articulating Boom Lift The JLG 1500 AJP articulated boom has the widest working range of any articulated boom in the world.  This boom… Read more →

JMS Launches Damage Waiver Scheme

JMS is now offering the option for Damage Waiver cover when hiring access equipment to it’s new and existing customers. Damage Waiver is a simple scheme that prevents customers paying unforeseen charges that arise from accidental damage, theft or loss of expensive access equipment. It is a requirement when hiring powered access to have adequate cover… Read more →

JMS Invests in the Titan of Boom Lifts – The MEC Titan Boom 60-S

Powered access hire specialist JMS has taken delivery of a MEC Titan Boom™ 60-S – which combines the deck space of a large scissor lift and the up-and-over capability of a boom. The MEC Titan 60-S can lift personnel, equipment and materials weighing up to 1,350kg to a maximum height of 18.3 metres, and it… Read more →

Bong! JMS supplies boom to contractors carrying out Big Ben restoration

Big Ben has fallen silent to allow a major restoration programme to begin – and powered access equipment supplied for a contractor from JMS is carrying out important restoration work. JMS has supplied a JLG 1200 SJP telescopic boom to a contractor repairing the iconic British landmark in Westminster, London, and a TV documentary is… Read more →

Haulotte HA16 RTJ Pro – a diesel boom lift built to perform

JMS has added the Haulotte HA16 RTJ Pro diesel boom lift to its powered access fleet. It is a great all-round access boom, but has been designed, says Haulotte, for use in the construction sector, in particular. “We are responding to strong demand from customers for productive machines.” says Mark Jackson, Managing Director of JMS. When… Read more →

JMS Invests in Haulotte Compact 14 Electric Scissor Lifts

JMS has taken delivery of six new Haulotte Compact 14 Electric Scissor lifts to its powered access fleet. JMS, Managing Director, Mark Jackson said: “We are continuing to invest in a range of products for the fleet by responding to a growing customer demand for products which offer long working cycles and zero emissions. We recognise… Read more →

JMS places large order for Skyjack aerial platforms

JMS has placed an order for 46 new Skyjack aerial platforms. Investment The investment maintains the impressive pace of growth of JMS’s rental fleet, said Managing Director of JMS, Mark Jackson. He added: “We stock powered access machines from a range of manufacturers, and always will, to ensure we match customer needs and preferences. “However,… Read more →

GS 3232 electric scissor lift – a big noise in ultra-quiet access

It is not enough now in many working environments for powered access equipment to be fume-free, there is a move towards making it decibel-free as well.   The Genie GS 3232 scissor lift, available for hire through JMS, typifies this drive to reduce unnecessary noise. The machine, says Genie, is “characterised by low noise levels”…. Read more →

The World’s Most Powerful Boom Lift – the JLG 1850SJ

The JLG 1850SJ is now back at the JMS Powered Access fleet. It is available for hire at short notice. Here in the UK, the ever demanding high level applications from telecoms, turbine, petrochemical plants has pushed hire companies to greater heights. The JMS powered access fleet invested in two JLG 1850SJ boom lifts.  The investment continues JMS’s association… Read more →

JMS invests in 12 Niftylift Booms for Hire Fleet

JMS invests in Niftylift Hybrid Boom Lifts JMS has added twelve new Niftylift hybrid boom lifts to its powered access hire fleet.  The investment continues JMS’s strong association with the British brand, known for its innovative and robust machines. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “We are responding to growing customer demand for highly flexible,… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire with JMS – a useful guide.

A Guide for Choosing a Cherry Picker The cherry picker hire team at JMS work with knowledgeable customers who know a great deal about powered access and working at height. As a way of sharing information with colleagues, we have compiled a guide for cherry picker hire options along with the functionality and purpose of… Read more →

JMS Invests in New JLG 6RS Electric Scissor Lifts

JMS is responding to the growing demand for highly-sustainable low carbon powered access equipment by adding JLG 6RS scissor lifts to its access hire fleet. The JLG 6RS electric scissor lift delivers industry-leading operational capability while satisfying an important need to carry out working at height operations with highly-efficient, low-energy, fume-free machines. JMS Managing Director… Read more →

Welcome to the scissor lift fleet – Airo XL19 E

We’re delighted to introduce a new member of our electric scissor lift fleet – the Airo Xl 19 E The Airo XL19 E is an electric scissor lift for hire from JMS across the UK. It has a 19.26m working height and an extensive deck area suitable for heavy loads and equipment and multiple orperatives… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire – Genie Z33-18

The Genie Z33/18 is Genie’s first lightweight, high efficiency, electric compact boom lift (cherry picker) Its tight turning radius and Fast Mast™ boom function provide operates with great versatility – it is particularly suited to areas with restricted access – retail, leisure environments or airports and rail stations As a newly designed model, it’s packed with features… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire – Manitou 160ATJ

As part of our ongoing series looking at Cherry Picker Hire we’re showcasing the many talents of the Manitou 160 ATJ Self propelled boom. Its clever boom configuration provides an excellent full working envelope up to working height of 16.01m and a working outreach of 7.38m Great manoeuvrability from its superior steering system is ideal… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire – Genie Z30/20N Boom Lift

This November, we’re focusing on Cherry Picker Hire As one of the largest, most modern fleets in the UK, JMS has the right cherry picker for you. However, as they come in all shapes and size we thought we’d introduce a few of the most popular cherry pickers available from our depots in Harpenden, Leeds… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire – Nifty Height Rider 12N

This December, we’re focusing on Cherry Picker Hire The Height Rider 12 Narrow (HR12N) self propelled boom lift is one of the most popular compact cherry pickers available for hire. Its lightweight, super compact chassis has an overall weight of 3435kg, making it first choice cherry picker nationwide for work on more delicate floor finishes… Read more →

Cherry Picker Hire – Genie Z45/22

This November, we’re focusing on Cherry Picker Hire and here is the second boom lift we are focussing on – the Genie Z45 Arguably the most iconic of all cherry pickers – it’s near 16m working height has given it the role as one of the most common (or should that be popular) machines of… Read more →

Cherry Pickers line up ready for their starring role

It was another star-studded line up for some of our cherry pickers (self propelled booms) earlier this week. In preparation for a spot of filming JMS delivered three large booms for use by the film crew. Used extensively for lighting, media crews use the simple to use cherry picker boom controls to help them precisely… Read more →

Spider Boom proves just the job for Iconic Building

When precision and agility were on the must have list for maintenance work at the iconic Hoover Building in West London, JMS knew exactly what to supply – the Hinowa Lightlift 20.10 Track Mounted boom lift. The Light Lift 20.10 is an impressive machine, providing 20.1m of working height and importantly for boom type machines… Read more →

More Pecolifts for JMS Powered Access

JMS Powered Access has taken delivery of the final units from its latest £350,000 investment in Pecolift low level access platforms. This latest tranche is part of the JMS ongoing investment programme that has seen JMS secure a top five position in UK fleets of push around access platforms, and expand their depot network beyond… Read more →

Hire a Glidelift from JMS

JMS Powered Access, one of the leading access hire specialists in the UK has introduced the Glidelift Access platform into its hire fleet. Built upon the successful desk surfer / desk glider model the Glidelift goes straight into the hire fleet of both Harpenden (Hertfordshire) and Leeds (Yorkshire) depots as well as the very first… Read more →

FuelBox

Fuel Box is a self contained unit holding 20 litres of  diesel which can easily be stored in your van or safely on site. If you do run out of fuel, grab your FuelBox – you can get back to work within minutes using the friendly glug-free pouring system. With a useful 20l supply of… Read more →

Lights, Camera, Access – JMS boom lifts on hire in London

A beautiful setting for the five strong team of JMS boom lifts on hire in London, helping to create the perfect light conditions for the production team. Both Genie Boom lifts and JLG Boom Lifts on hire for the Film & TV job – with their giant reach, they are ideal for large external location… Read more →

JLG Launch World’s tallest articulated boom lift

JMS bring you the latest news from Europe’s largest Construction exhibition, BAUMA with the launch of another JLG Boom Lift the World’s tallest articulated boom lift – the JLG 1500AJP articulated boom JMS is well known in the UK as it was one of the first companies to bring the World’s largest telescopic boom lift… Read more →

Two of the World’s largest self propelled boom out on hire

When you need to hire 2 x 185 foot (58.57m) telescopic boom lifts for a London construction project then JMS Powered Access is the place to go. Both of these mega booms, the JLG 1850SJ Telescopic Boom Lift, are on site to assist in the steel erection of this large London Construction project. If you… Read more →

New Hinowa 15m tracked boom lift

JMS tracked boom hire fleet has gone from strength to strength in 2016. Always keen to bring you all the main industry news – we see the very latest addition to the range of Hinowa Tacked boom lifts (link) has arrived. Hinowa is adding a 15m machine to its growing range of high quality tracked… Read more →

Award winner in the JMS hire fleet

IAPA award winners announced in Madrid More than 400 professionals attended the annual awards dinner, which took place at the NH Collection hotel in Madrid. The awards were jointly organised by Access International and IPAF. Around 100 entries across 13 award categories were received for the IAPAs 2016, and one of the winners was: Product of… Read more →

Working All Hours – Genie Z80 boom lifts on hire

Great to see three JMS Genie Z80/20 on hire and helping out in a big budget TV production on location in Kent. The Genie booms are being used to precisely position lighting rigs and enable the cameras to keep rolling well into the evening. Contact our Media team if you’re looking for Access hire for… Read more →

MEC launches two new scissors

MEC Aerial Work Platforms debuted two new slab scissors during The Rental Show, Feb. 21-24 in Atlanta. On the smaller side of the spectrum, MEC showed its 1330SE micro-slim electric scissor lift that features 13 feet of platform height and is designed to compete with vertical mast lifts. The scissor has a 24-inch roll-out extension,… Read more →

Ultra boom lifts on hire

Two of the JMS fleet of Ultra Booms hard at work. The JLG 1250AJP diesel powered ultra boom lifts are on hire on the South coast of England. The boom configuration of the JLG 1250 AJP (max working height of 40.1m) provides excellent outreach on high reach boom applications all the way out to 22.86m…. Read more →

Leeds Depot investment for boom hire fleet

A sunny morning for our TV and Media Access specialist Tim in Leeds following another delivery of booms and scissors to our powered access hire depot in Leeds, Yorkshire. Since its opening, JMS has been rolling out the investment in new equipment. Some of the new arrivals in the boom hire fleet are large booms,… Read more →

CMC Launches new Hybrid track mounted platform

Great to see another Lithium ion machine on the market. We’re getting a great reaction from JMS customer to our lithium ion tracked booms. Italy-based CMC has launched the CMC S25 Hybrid track mounted platform. Designed for indoor use the hybrid version makes use of Lithium batteries for eight hours continuous work at an equal… Read more →

Manitou roundup

Manitou are a key supplier to JMS –always interested to hear of their excellent recent results. Manitou Group sales increased by 8% in the fourth quarter of 2014 to €333 million, compared to the same quarter in the previous financial year. For the full year sales stood at €1.287 billion, representing a 3% increase year-on-year. Order… Read more →

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