What is powered access equipment, and why should I choose AHS for hire?

Powered access equipment refers to machinery designed for reaching high areas safely and efficiently, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and cherry pickers. AHS offers a diverse fleet of well-maintained and reliable powered access equipment tailored to meet your specific project needs. With our commitment to safety, flexible hire options, and expert advice, AHS ensures you get the right equipment for your job, ensuring efficiency and safety.

What types of powered access equipment are available for hire at AHS?

AHS operates a comprehensive fleet of powered access equipment for hire, including electric, diesel and bi-fuel scissor lifts, articulated and telescopic boom lifts, cherry pickers, and personnel lifts. Our equipment is suitable for many site applications, from construction and maintenance to warehouse management and event preparation. Plus so many more...

How do I determine the right powered access equipment for my project?

Choosing the right equipment depends on several factors: such as (but not limited to) the height you need to reach, the terrain of the work site, weight capacity, and indoor or outdoor use. Our AHS experts are here to help. By understanding your project requirements, we can recommend the most suitable powered access equipment for your needs, ensuring safety and efficiency on your project.

Can AHS provide training for operating powered access equipment?

Yes, safety and proper MEWP operation are our top priorities. AHS offers comprehensive training programs for individuals and teams, ensuring managers and operators can operate the hired-in access equipment safely and competently. Our certified training covers operational techniques, safety protocols, and best practices.

What are the hire options available at AHS, and how does the hiring process work?

AHS offers flexible hire options to suit your project duration and budget, from short-term daily hires to long-term contracts. To hire, simply contact us with your requirements, and our team will assist you with selecting the right equipment, arranging delivery, and providing any necessary training. We strive to make the hiring process as smooth and efficient as possible, with excellent customer satisfaction being our main aim.

19ft Electric Scissor Lift - Aerial and Handling Services

Airo XS8E

The platform with 1m extension and single capacity allows to work in maximum stability and safety at the maximum extension of the machine: this means that the load capacity can be fully exploited without sacrificing height and the whole area of extension.T

The XS models have been designed and built to stand up well over time, guaranteeing operational continuity and greater efficiency.

The solid handrails and the extension with roller bearings guarantee stability, safety and agility while working.

Standard Version

Electro- hydraulic transmission and proportional controls
Deep Cycle batteries and integrated sealed charger
Electric scissor protection
Horn, inclinometer, voltmeter, hourmeter
Manual roll-out extension deck (m 1,00)
Tilt sensor with automatic stop
Battery level indicator on platform and ground controls with flat battery lift cut-out
All-motion alarm
Pin based load limiter on platform
Automatic pot-hole system for translation at max. height
Foldable handrails
Lateral forklift pockets
Anchorage and lifting points
230 V electric line predisposition
on the platform
Telematic connector
CE Declaration of Conformity

Options and accessories

Flashing warning lights (n.2)
Control box protection cap
230V power line to platform
Air / Water line to platform with quick coupling
Ground level controls with display and built-in diagnostics
SAFE Secondary protection system
Kit for centralized battery topping
Kit of batteries GEL/AGM 24V 180Ah (c5) with charger
Fleet management Kit
N.B.: XS8E Light Version with total weight 1520kg, lateral tilt 1.3° indoor use only

Max. working height	mm	8000
Max. platform height	mm	6000
Total capacity	kg	250
Max. N.° persons	n	2
Battery	V/Ah	24/200
Battery Charger	V/A	24/25
Gradeability	%	24
Total weight	kg	1520

The XS models have been designed and built to stand up well over time, guaranteeing operational continuity and greater efficiency.
The solid handrails and the extension with roller bearings guarantee stability, safety and agility while working

Max. working height	mm	8000
Max. platform height	mm	6000
Total capacity	kg	250
N.° of persons	n	2
Battery	V/Ah	24/200
Battery charger	V/A	24/25
Gradeability	%	24
Total weight	kg	1770

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AHS Equipment Hire Rates, Transport Costs and Additional Charges

We offer highly competitive pricing for both short and long term equipment hire. Hire rates combine with our well-priced transport to and from site, using our own delivery fleet of vehicles, to achieve cost-effective rentals from a single day to years; AHS gets the commercials right to serve customers best.

Value-for-money delivery costs

Over many years we’ve built a trusted, reliable delivery supply chain to bolster support services and keep pace with our customer demands. Great value and timely machine deliveries are central to the AHS operations, so we work harder than ever to keep your costs down.

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ABOUT AIRO

Tradition and innovation in one name: AIRO

What does Airo mean? In ancient Greek it means to lift, to raise, to move upwards: it is the essence of our mission, of our commitment that has lasted for almost half a century. Airo was founded in 1980 and from the very beginning the desire behind our technological research has always been the same: to join height and safety. Over the years, we have certified over 60 different AIRO models, the result of our attention to the different needs and types of work that can be done at height. Starting from a small town in Emilia Romagna, we are now touching the sky in different parts of the world.

40 years of experience in design and manufacturing are a guarantee of reliability and durability.

Research & Development

We combine a long and strong company tradition with a continuous drive for innovation, thanks to our focus on research and development and technical service activities, which allow us to maintain our technological leadership in the market, providing solutions that meet the requirements of our international customers and comply with the industry’s reference standards. We have always been focused on your safety; this is why we created the innovative SENTINEL anti-crushing alarm, and various SAFE alarm devices, we strengthened platforms, railings and booms. We worked on the stability of the machines in all conditions, and we increased the load capacity of our platforms. Finally, we designed ergonomic, simple and intuitive controls to push you simply high. In a word: AIRO. Safely, higher.

Quality

Quality at Airo is mainly about your safety in using our platforms: this is why Quality for us is a company behaviour more than a single word, a widespread and shared behaviour, based on constant attention to the production of reliable lifting machines that comply with the applicable regulatory and legislative requirements, with the aim of increasing your satisfaction. To keep faith with our motto: “Safely, higher”.

Sustainability

At Airo we care about the Environment: the external Environment, for which we strive to use zero-emission technologies such as our electric and lithium-ion batteries platforms. And to the internal Environment, where we take care of the organisational climate, pursue a policy of talent attraction and management and promote a business culture based upon objectives and extremely attentive to relationships and human qualities.

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About AHS

Welcome to AHS, your premier destination for equipment hire and sales specialising in powered access equipment across Sussex and the South Coast. Established 15 years ago, we have dedicated ourselves to providing quality equipment and solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers in construction, maintenance, and many other industries requiring elevated access.

Our Business Journey

Founded in 2009, AHS has grown from a local equipment hire service to a trusted partner for businesses and professionals across Sussex and the South Coast. Our commitment to equipment reliability, safety standards and customer satisfaction has been the foundation of our success, driving us to constantly expand our equipment hire fleet – and new and used sales stock – with the latest and most environmentally, efficient powered access equipment available in the market.

AHS Services

At AHS, we offer an extensive range of powered access equipment for hire and sale, including but not limited to MEWPs, scissor lifts, boom lifts (cherry pickers), forklift trucks and material handling equipment. Our solutions cater to both short-term and long-term equipment rental needs, ensuring customers have the right equipment at the right time to complete projects efficiently, effectively and safely.

Why Choose AHS?

Expertise and Experience: With 15 years in the trading business, our knowledge in powered access equipment is expansive. We provide expert advice to help customers select the best access equipment, tailoring solutions to meet and exceed their needs.
Quality and Safety: All our equipment is meticulously services and maintained, meeting stringent safety standards which ensure customer projects (large major projects of smaller) are completed without compromise.
Customer-Centric Approach: At AHS, we believe in building lasting customer and supplier relationships. Our hire team and sales team are dedicated to understanding the job requirements and delivering solutions that exceed expectations – being both timely and trusted by a long-standing fast-growing customer base – our aim (and proven track record) is to always be transparent throughout and helpful.
Convenient Location: Strategically located in Henfield Road, Small Dole, West Sussex and serving the South Coast, our services are easily accessible, ensuring quick and efficient delivery of equipment via our own fleet of vehicles and partner vehicles whenever and wherever needed.

The AHS Commitment

AHS is committed to sustainability and innovation, always updating our hire fleet with the most environmentally friendly and technologically advanced access equipment. We are here to support projects with practical solutions that are not only effective but also responsible.

Get in Touch

Learn how AHS can elevate your projects with our premier equipment hire services. We also deliver services around machine servicing, LOLER testing, refurbishments and repairs. Contact us today to discuss your requirements or explore our range of equipment for hire, or new and used equipment sales