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The Benefits of Using a Mobile Scaffold
There are many different types of scaffolding used in the construction industry today to allow workers to operate at height. Mobile scaffolding provides a cost effective and versatile solution that can be used for a wide variety of applications.
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Portable Office Services That Don't Compromise Site Safety
Regardless of where your project is based, office space is essential to facilitate both workers and visitors to the site. Temporary office space provides a cost effective and secure solution.
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How a Wood Chipper Can Improve Gardening Services
When planning a gardening job it's important you have the right equipment. A wood chipper is a great piece of machinery that has many uses, whether your business is gardening, landscaping, or tree work.
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Air Tools Safety Tips
When you’re working on a construction site or a large scale renovation, speed and precision is key. Lots of construction workers use air tools as they are useful and portable, but there are safety risks to consider.
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Construction Waste Disposal: The Importance of Recycling
In any construction project, a variety of different materials are used. This includes but is not limited to bricks, wall coverings, glass, plasterboards, plastic, and concrete. This means there are a lot of opportunities for construction sites to recycle and contribute to a more sustainable planet.
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Scaffolding vs Cherry Pickers: The Differences Explained
Every construction and maintenance task has different requirements and therefore needs different equipment. In some instances, scaffolding is the best option as it provides extra height to complete the job correctly. However, in other scenarios a cherry picker might be the best option when working at height due to its flexibility and ease of use. In this blog post we’ll identify the differences between a cherry picker and scaffolding, what they can be used for, and the benefits of using each of these tools.
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UK Tech News: YardLink secures £1.7 million Seed Follow On investment led by Speedinvest
YardLink is transforming the expectations of construction companies by allowing them to obtain critical equipment like excavators, site cabins and aerial platforms much faster than traditional equipment rental companies. YardLink focuses on offering the highest availability of local equipment, at the best price. The startup’s network of more than 100, fully-vetted suppliers with over 1,400 equipment depots across the UK means YardLink can guarantee next day delivery on core equipment, and arrange delivery within a third of the distance of more established competitors.
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TechCrunch: Construction rental startup YardLink raises funding from Speedinvest
TechCrunch Article: YardLink allows construction companies to obtain critical equipment faster than traditional equipment rental companies. It has now raised a £1.7 million seed round, bringing its total raised to £2.4 million. The round was led by Speedinvest Network Effects, with participation from FJ Labs.
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UK Tech News: YardLink bags £1.7M funding, aims to revolutionise construction industry with technology
UKTN Article: Based out of London, YardLink is a B2B procurement platform for the construction industry. Recently, the company raised £1.7M in a round led by Speedinvest Network Effects with participation from FJ Labs. This brings the total raised by the company to £2.4M.
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YardLink secures £100,000 grant to simplify construction procurement
YardLink, a technology firm, has secured funding from Innovate UK to build a scalable platform that enables construction companies to speed up procurement and reduce the costs of equipment rental. The platform provides buyers and site managers with immediate access to thousands of trusted equipment depots across the UK, and automates key stages of the procurement process. Customers who rely on quick response times can now source the right equipment at the right price, within a matter of minutes.
At YardLink, we make tool and plant hire fast, simple and cost effective. That’s why, as part of our commitment to making tool hire and plant hire easier than ever before, we’ve created a number of buying guides, how-tos, product spotlights and tool guides, so you can learn more about the tool and plant hire options we have available.
Hire Online with YardLink Today
Once you’ve received all the information you need about the tools we have available, you can hire online today.
With next day delivery, transparent no-haggle pricing, online booking and hire management 24/7, it’s easy to see why you should choose YardLink for all of your hire needs. Unlike some other tool hire companies, we have high availability for all of our tools and plant hire solutions, so we can make sure you get everything you require quickly. Hire online with YardLink today or call a friendly and knowledgeable member of our team for a full quotation.
Find All the Information You Need
In our content hub, you’ll find lots of useful advice that can help you make an informed buying decision.
Whether you’re searching for powered access hire or portable toilet hire, we have all the information you require. This is because, in our tool guides, you’ll find everything you need to know about the tools and plant hire options we have available. This includes details on which tools we have available for you to hire, plus suggestions on which tools may be best suited to your needs.
Regardless of whether you’re a small residential builder looking for tools that will help you carry out a house renovation or a large house builder searching for tools for your team to use on site, at YardLink we can provide you with all the information you need.