More Vision. More Control. More Guarantee

The ergonomically optimised mast design provides outstanding visibility for maximum control and driving conditions. The counterweight slopes at the back for better visibility when reversing. The fully suspended gearbox, seat and overhead guard reduces vibration of the vehicle.

Advanced Wet Disc Brake

The advanced wet disc brake transmission comes as standard. It has been developed to significantly improve the reliability of the braking system, resulting in a stronger, more robust performance in wet and dusty applications. All key electrical connectors and connectors are waterproof.

Minimal Maintenance

The Stage V DPF filter system only needs changing every 5,000 hours for longer maintenance intervals. Both the drive axle, wet brake system and enhanced Okamura gearbox are expected to have a minimum service life of 10 years.

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 Hangcha

Who are Hangcha?

Established in 1956, Hangcha have established themselves as one of the world’s leading forklift manufacturers, producing over 100,000 units per annum. HC-Forklifts-UK is just one of 60 carefully chosen importers of Hangcha forklift equipment around the world, with exclusive import rights for the UK market. Other forklift distributors are located in North and South America, Europe, Australasia and Asia. All providing quality material handling equipment and forklift services across the globe.

• Number one forklift manufacturer and exporter in China
• Rank 8th in the world in terms of sales volume
• Contribute towards 7% of the worlds global sales of industrial vehicles

From Concept to Completion

With over 40 years designing and manufacturing forklift trucks, Hangcha use the most advanced technology in the industry. Any new product is designed within China’s largest state-of-the-art forklift R&D facility, comprising of more than 4,200 employees. Through continuous innovation, they accelerate product development and technical support for the UK market. Once approved, all material handling equipment is put through its paces at a national testing centre.

Once the green light is given, each forklift is built at Hangcha’s first-class manufacturing facility. This comprises of a five-truck assembly line, four paint coating lines, five automatic detection truck lines, advanced machining, and welding equipment.

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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