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Market Report: Heating & Lighting HSC’s green team The Hire Supply Company’s latest innovative additions to its heating and lighting products range are designed to be environmentally friendly as well as efficient. The Hire Supply Company (HSC) reports that an increasing number of customers are showing interest in environmentally friendly equipment for their hire fleets, and this demand is driving much of its product development. It has just announced a new compact metal halide portable lighting tower, to be officially launched shortly, which is designed to reduce carbon emissions in two ways, through the total energy used and the mass of raw materials. The metal halide lamps require less energy than traditional tungsten halogen lights, but have a higher light output for the amount of energy used. The product has a maximum power rating of 400watts and a light output of 3600 lumens with a single head, or 7200 lumens with a double head. The product has an 18-litre fuel tank and fuel consumption is stated as 0.90 litres/per hour, enabling it to run uninterrupted throughout the night. The machine weighs 190kg and HSC says it can fit easily into small vans for transportation without the need for a towing facility. It can be set up by one person and its Honda generator can be removed and replaced quickly for servicing. “With today’s concerns over carbon emissions and their effect on the environment, it is important that firms such as us take responsibility to develop more environmentally friendly equipment,” contends Managing Director, Gary McWilliam. HSC has also added new 38watt Task Lights, available in 110V and 240V, and which can be used in any position to deliver a wide, even spread of light. The company says the lamp never gets hot, making it safe for indoor use. Last year, HSC also added environmentally friendly Low Energy Festoon Lights to its range. The 13watt compact fluorescent light (CLF) offers equivalent light output to that of a standard 60watt bulb, significantly reducing emissions. Also launched last year, the E-Lite professional site lighting range includes single and double-headed retractable and swing leg models, together with floor standing and magnetic units. One E-Lite is said to offer a light output equivalent to a traditional 125watt lamp, but uses only 27watts. Instead of having back wiring boxes, which can be damaged, the head is wired directly. “The E-Lites were an instant hit with hirers and their customers and remained in maximum production throughout the winter months,” states Operations Director, Kevin Lever. “As a result, we have ordered additional units to keep pace with predicted demand this season.” HSC’s heating range includes the Elite Heat and Elite Heat Swivel quartz halogen units, which feature a spring-loaded element holder. This prevents damage to the elements caused by on-site movement and handling. Each heater is fitted with two 1500watt Toshiba quartz elements and is available in 110V, fitted with a 32A plug, or 230V fitted with a 13A plug. The latter features an integral tilt switch, which instantly cuts the electricity supply should the heater be knocked over. The Elite Heat Ceramic features infrared ceramic emitters and is available in 230V 13A or 115V 32A versions, while HSC’s Elite Fan Heater is designed to deliver a constant stream of warm air via two 1500w elements. The handles double as a safety guard to prevent the airflow from being restricted. The product features a neon powered indicator light, a rear cable holder and is available in 240V 13A and 110V 32A options. Propane, convector and oil filled radiator-style heaters are also offered in the HSC range, meaning that hirers and their customers have no excuse for not having the right products for darker, colder conditions. • T
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