Cherry pickers hired from JMS are supporting important work to carry out fire safety surveys on tall buildings in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire. Property management companies are carrying out more fire risk surveys than ever before due to the issues raised by the aftermath of the fire in the council tower block […]
A spider platform supplied by JMS has allowed an architect to carry out a detailed survey of the bell chamber in the tower of a Grade II listed church. The Hinowa Lightlift 17.75 Performance IIIS platform was compact enough to be tracked through the churchyard and set up at the ideal position at St Mark’s […]
Powered access rental specialist JMS has become the first operator in the UK to add Nagano crawler boom lifts to its hire fleet. The company has opted to invest in the Nagano S15Auj telescopic crawler boom lift and the Nagano 20ATuj articulating crawler boom lift. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “Our new Nagano crawler […]
Leeds United may be about to start its first season in the Premier League since 2004 but it has taken an access platform from JMS to allow the club to reach new heights through street art. A Niftylift Height Rider 15 articulating cherry picker has been hired from the JMS Leeds depot to allow an […]
An articulating boom lift hired from JMS has been used to capture the moment a giant ice-cream artwork was unveiled in Trafalgar Square. A video camera operator was in the basket of the Niftylift Height Rider 17 4×4 Hybrid as a cover was pulled from the sculpture, called The End, by British artist Heather Phillipson. […]
JMS has taken delivery of the UK’s first bi-energy Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 Performance IIIS spider platform. Access Platform Sales (APS), the exclusive distributor for all Hinowa products in the UK, is due to deliver a second bi-energy Lightlift 33.17 to JMS in January. The new bi-energy Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 spider platform can be powered with […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS has teamed up with low level platform manufacturer Power Tower to support office refurbishment in one of the UK’s tallest buildings. JMS has been commissioned by Canary Wharf Group to provide low level platforms for contractors stripping out and refitting 11 floors of a skyscraper in London’s Docklands. The hire […]
A tracked spider lift hired from JMS has helped arborists fell a large diseased tree in a city street quickly and safely – minimising disruption to residents and road users. The Teupen Leo 36T spider boom was operated in tandem with a mobile crane to take down the 120-year-old hybrid black poplar tree in Islington, […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS is planning a novel way to share expertise and advice with film, TV and media clients. It is preparing a series of videos featuring the company’s film, TV and media specialist, Paul Hollands, and a very colourful prop. JMS Sales and Marketing Director Scott Walker explains: “We’re going a little […]
Articulating boom lifts deliver maximum flexibility when working at height. JMS’s JLG 1500AJP also delivers maximum height and reach. The super boom is the world’s tallest articulating boom lift, which gives it unique advantages when working in confined areas or at multiple locations at serious height levels. World beating boom lift Advanced JLG features The […]
Powered access platforms supplied by JMS are assisting a contractor in building formwork and pouring concrete as part of the largest dock expansion project in the UK. Graham Group is the main contractor for Tilbury2, a £200m extension to Tilbury Docks on the River Thames in Essex, which includes a new roll-on/roll-off terminal and a […]
Powered access rental specialist JMS has added a truck-mounted boom lift to its hire fleet for the first time. The company has invested in the GSR 200PX, which offers hire customers a maximum working height of 20m and a maximum outreach of 8.7m. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “We’re responding to customer demand for […]
Leading powered access specialist JMS is supplying a range of access platforms backed by comprehensive service support to assist in the construction of a £¼billion waste to energy facility. Its super boom lifts and tracked spider booms are being used for steel erection at the huge site in Avonmouth near Bristol, as shown by our […]
Building surveyors and engineers are turning to JMS to hire the latest powered access technology that makes it easier and safer to carry out cladding inspections on high-rise buildings. JMS has provided a lithium battery powered Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 Performance IIIS boom lift to allow engineers to take a close and detailed look at cladding […]
JMS’s new lithium battery powered Hinowa tracked boom – the first of its kind in the UK – has proved to be perfect for inspecting and maintaining the world’s largest Victorian glasshouse. The Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 Performance IIIS boom lift met all challenging working at height criteria set by structural glass installation specialist Vision AGI […]
On modern construction site, now more than ever before, time is money. That is why contractors are turning to the most productive equipment to get jobs done, which is where the diesel-powered Dingli JCPT 2223 RTA scissor lift comes into its own. Building contractors programme on-site activity down to hours and minutes to meet ever […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS has responded to growing demand for an ability to work at 30m+ height over rough terrain. The Ommelift 3700 RBDJ boom has full hybrid drive and lift, with diesel power for working at height externally, and electric batteries for internal projects. The spider boom has excellent gradeability. It can be […]
Until powered access hire customers see the new Bibi 1090-BL EVO tracked scissor lift in action, they might be surprised at what it can do. “The platform is also likely to be the rough terrain scissor lift of choice for working on construction sites and landscaped areas for building and facilities maintenance work.” Automatic self-levelling […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS has become the first company in the UK to take delivery of a lithium battery powered Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 Performance IIIS tracked boom. The new machine combines the long and stable duty cycles provided by lithium-ion power with the exceptional compactness and outreach Hinowa spider lifts are recognised for. The […]
UK cities are on the up, says a new report on tall buildings, which is why JMS is expecting its Hinowa Lightlift 33.17 aerial platform will be in high demand. Taller buildings – taller spider booms While the number of planning applications in 2018 decreased marginally, the number of tall building schemes given planning approval […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS has opened a new depot in North Kent. The new JMS Dartford depot is strategically placed to serve the company’s growing number of customers in South and East London, Kent and Sussex. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “Our new depot is ideally-placed to enhance our service for customers south […]
An aerial boom supplied by powered access hire specialist JMS has been lifted onto a river barge to allow contractors to paint a railway bridge in London’s Docklands. The highly unusual approach to working at height meant the bridge could be painted with no disruption to train services and passengers and without erecting extensive and […]
A Hinowa Lightlift 26.14 access boom supplied by JMS has made light work of a gutter and roof inspection project in a way that other booms would struggle to match. The machine is one of a number of the ultra-light and compact articulating booms JMS is adding to its hire fleet and has immediately come […]
A pollution-free access platform supplied by JMS has been used to assist the installation of giant banners promoting a major restoration project at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. The NiftyLift Height Rider HR15N self-propelled boom lift was used by John Anthony Signs to hang the two-metre by four-metre banners publicising the restoration of […]
JMS Director Justin Lynn is taking part in the 2019 Virgin London Marathon on 29 April to raise funds for the NSPCC. This is the third time Justin has taken on the iconic 26.2 mile challenge. He has been working towards the event over the winter months by following a precise training plan, running up […]
The versatility and excellent reach of the Nifty 120T trailer-mounted boom is perfectly demonstrated in JMS’s latest powered access video. The Nifty 120T’s telescopic upper boom helps deliver a maximum working height of 12.2 metres and maximum outreach of 6.1m Yet the aerial boom weighs just 1400kg, allowing it to be towed by a large […]
Spider power from JMS has been used to inspect derelict buildings to check that they were not being used as roosts for bats. A demolition contractor needed to survey the properties to ensure they had not become a new home for wildlife, especially bats. JMS Sales and Marketing Director Scott Walker said: “The building had […]
JMS powered access played a key role in setting up the O2 Arena for the 2019 BRIT Awards. Some of the UK’s largest powered access platforms were required to hang large branded banners and posters throughout the O2 Arena where the event was taking place. The project included the arena exterior, all internal public areas, […]
JMS has added the incredible new BiBi 850 BL bi-level tracked scissor lift from Almac to its powered access hire fleet. The 7.9m BiBi 850 BL access platform is designed to deliver safety and stability in the toughest environments. Compact tracks mean the diesel scissor lift operates safely on any type of slope up to […]
JMS has confirmed its position as one of the most responsive powered access hire companies in the UK with the purchase of two Genie super booms. The acquisition of two brand new 43m Genie SX-135 XC telescopic booms delivers industry-leading height, outreach and platform capacity for its hire customers. JMS Sales and Marketing Director Scott […]
The JMS media team at Pinewood Studios has passed the accreditation requirements to be listed in the Kays UK Production Manual app. Kays is the best-known resource for UK and worldwide film and media production services looking for pre-vetted specialist suppliers. The JMS listing highlights the company’s specialist powered access services for the media industry. […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS has taken delivery of 30 new Niftylift booms. The investment of over £1.1million reflects the growing popularity in the UK of compact, lightweight powered access machines. Boom hire investment JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “JMS wants to be at the forefront of offering customers the very latest compact lightweight […]
JMS has taken a festive approach to powered access hire and present to you a roundup of the recent social media campaign #TheGiftofJMS So here it is … your one page round up of this year’s campaign with useful links. JMS Powered Access Hire JMS presented a range of different products and services in our […]
The value of an expert JMS powered access site survey has been demonstrated during a complex construction project that required the removal of safety netting from inside a new building. The major contractor invited JMS to survey a site in Oxford and provide the safest powered access solution for removing the netting from the 15-metre […]
Exterior maintenance work on luxury apartment buildings in central London required compact spider boom lifts capable of being operated while on an incline and over obstacles. 190 Strand is a mixed-use development by St Edward Homes, part of Berkeley Group Holdings, on the south side of The Strand, in Westminster, London. The development is made up of five main buildings. […]
Tracked spider booms are often used for work on listed and historical buildings and other heritage sites due to their fragile nature. There are also frequent difficulties with access to heritage sites both internally and externally. Spider booms offer a range of properties that make them the idea machines for tackling fragile buildings and other […]
JMS Powered Access is delighted with the arrival of six new Z™-45XC booms from Genie. The Z™-45XC booms offer up to 100 per cent more lift capacity and due to high demand are bound to be out on almost permanent hire. JMS Managing Director Mark Jackson said: “The purchase of six new boom lifts is […]
Powered access hire specialist JMS is making available an interactive online tool to help customers calculate the size of spreader pads needed when setting up a boom-type powered access machine. The IPAF spreader pad calculator helps customers choose the right spreader pads for each job by considering key factors such as the maximum allowable ground pressure […]
If you are maintaining the UK’s largest dockside cranes it makes sense to hire the UK’s largest powered access machines. JMS Powered Access machines are being used exclusively to maintain dockside cranes at the DP World London Gateway Port on the River Thames Estuary. A crane maintenance contractor is using a range of aerial platforms […]
JMS is supporting Project Mint, the new retail village being built at the O2. JMS has supplied a variety of powered access machines to contractors – from low level push-arounds to superbooms. Eighty new retail and restaurant units will be constructed to complete the circle at the well-known venue. Mark Jackson, JMS Managing Director says, […]
The world’s largest articulated boom – the JLG 1500 AJP – supplied by JMS has proved the ideal choice for roofing contractors carrying out insulation work on a factory roof. The super boom provided excellent platform space and capacity to allow the work to be carried out safely and productivity at an industrial estate in […]
JMS has supplied and operated spider lifts for contractors restoring glass in the world-famous Temperate House at Kew Gardens. A Hinowa lithium electric spider lift and a Teupen Leo36T diesel spider lift were both needed to carry out the delicate work of replacing glass in the glass house which is home to some of the […]
The World Cup is kicking off, and football fever strikes across the globe. Here in the UK, big challenges need big powered access machines – and in a certain corner of north London, there is no bigger development right now than the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. In autumn 2018, 62,062 football fans will have JMS […]
When hiring powered access from JMS, don’t forget that you can hire platform accessories too. Platform accessories available from JMS range from tyre covers to material handling stands. These accessories will support safe use of the powered access machines hired from JMS. Day 1 – Diesel Filters Remove fumes with diesel filters – these can be fitted […]
Three high-reach booms hired from JMS, including an ultra boom with a 40-metre working height, have helped a construction company keep curtain wall installation on track at a high-profile housing project. The JMS customer was tasked with installing cladding during refurbishment work on a housing estate in Rainham, Essex, as part of a wider regeneration […]
In recent years, tracked booms have become increasingly popular in providing access to internal and external applications where modern architecture and landscaping creates interesting access challenges. Crawler tracks enable tracked booms to travel over rough terrain whilst innovative boom configuration and modern design enable them to fit through narrow entrances yet still provide high reach […]
The Deskglider access platform is a simple solution for working over desks safely. JMS has a fleet of low-level access platforms for hire. The Deskglider access platform solves an industry wide issue of how to work above desks, tables, and workbenches safely, efficiently, and ensure compliance with the Work at Height Regulations. Justin Lynn, a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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”. […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
JMS is pleased to announce the sale of its M&E tool hire division to Hire Station Ltd (a division of Vp Plc) enabling it to focus and expand the range of low level access, scissor and booms through its Powered Access Division. With a reputation for providing high quality service, modern equipment and a rapid […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our booms were on hire to help shed some rather dramatic lighting on this Central London structure being shot in night time conditions. Our booms flooded the historic building with the light required for the perfect shot. If a change was required however, they could be precisely repositioned swiftly and safely to suit the shot. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
JMS Powered Access has always had a policy to purchase equipment for its access hire fleet with the very best and latest in safety specification. In recent years, every boom lift we’ve purchased has been factory fitted with Secondary Guarding as standard. However, we are still asked two questions regularly – from both experienced operators […]
One of our Genie SX180 Boom lifts leaves for Liverpool this morning after taking an enquiry from one of our rehire partners at 5pm yesterday […]
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 […]
This tracked mounted Teupen Leo boom has a nifty trick up its sleeve when confronted with restricted space in which to operate and a surface that is, well, far from level. When presented with a tricky access problem – never say it can’t be done until you’ve spoken to us the JMS team Thanks to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
When Royal Armouries at Leeds, Yorkshire required a boom lift to enable them to undertake a deep clean inside the Hall of Steel, they called the Leeds depot of JMS Powered Access. It wasn’t a straight forward task for the client. The cleaning team needed a combination of height, electric power and there was the […]
Another great sight for our media team. A sneak peek at the set of a very big production for one of the major film studios. There’s nine of our JCB 16.7m telehandlers on hand to help the shoot Looks like a lovely day for JMS to give this film a big lift. […]
One of the JMS team grabbed a quick shot of the 2 Genie 80ft self propelled booms on location for a TV / film job. With over 10 years’ experience, Tim Kendall heads up our TV and Media team. Call him today to find out how JMS can help you with you powered […]
Whilst we share news stories from IPAF we thought this story about eLearning might be of particular interest. JMS are investing heavily in Training throughout 2016 and will be delivering IPAF operator training across the UK. You can read the full article here http://www.khl.com/magazines/access-international/detail/item114345/IPAF-introduces-eLearning?nltr=wd IPAF’s mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operator training programme has taken a […]
Teupen Maschinenbau hosted its Demo Day in November at its company headquarters in Gronau, Germany recently. As one of the key suppliers of track mounted boom lifts to JMS – we were interested in what they had to say. Apart from being able to test products at the factory, customers had the chance to learn […]
Here at JMS, our tracked boom fleet is often hired by tree care professionals. We were therefore interested to see that IPAF has drafted safety tips for the use of aerial work platforms in the tree care industry. This document is expected to be released shortly and we’ll bring it to you as soon as possible If […]
Here’s our brand new Teupen Leo 24 on location for the BBC in Bristol, South West England. Thanks to Tim Kendall, our Media specialist for the snap. One of a range of track boom lifts available for hire […]
JMS is already planning the festive period this year as Councils, offices and retailers are beginning the process of installation of Christmas lights and decorations. With the largest self-propelled booms in the UK, JMS is able to reach the highest rooftops, treetops and chimney pots to light up the festive night skies. With figures in […]
JMS Powered Access recent investment in very large self propelled booms has proved very successful. Two machines in particular has generated a lot of interest, both here in the UK, but also across in France and Belgium. Genie SX180 – a 56.86m straight stick boom with huge 24.38m of outreach and the World’s tallest diesel […]
To apply for the Service Engineer position please contact Les Warren on 07760 766933 or email les.warren@jms.co.uk for further details […]
JMS were delighted to help on the recent production of ITV‘s hit TV series Mr Selfridge, the drama chronicling the rise of one of the legendary department store Selfridges. Working closely with the production team, JMS delivered a range of machines to help the tv crew work safely at height. As with many media jobs the […]
We’re delighted to announce the launch of our pocket guide to our powered access fleet. Packed with specifications and images of the very best access machines in the world, all available to hire from JMS. Contact us to reserve a printed copy today or download one here […]
JMS now offer the wind rated versions of the popular Ecolift and Pecolift models for hire. Wind rated ecolifts enable the operator to use the Pecolift wind rated or ecolift wind rated in outdoor environments. They can be operated in winds up to 12.5m/s (28mph) – around Beaufort scale 6 In addition – these wind […]
JMS investment in large deck scissor lifts hire fleet continues with the arrival of two MEC6092RT diesel scissor lifts. The MEC 6092RT scissor provides working heights of 18.2m with an equally impressive platform capacity of 600kg – ideal for jobs requiring multiple operatives with tools and materials. Powerful Quad-Trax 4 wheel drive and oscillating axles […]
It’s been a busy week at JMS with our Genie purchase making the industry press – here’s Terex Genie dealer Access Platform Sales release in full Hertfordshire-based JMS Powered Access has continued its investment in big boom lifts with the purchase of the first Genie SX-180 in the UK. The straight boom SX-180 is the biggest […]
JMS Powered Access has taken delivery of a further 12 33ft Genie Z33/18 battery powered boom lifts, following the purchase of three units back in January. The battery/electric Z-33/18 offers a working height of 12 metres, an outreach of 5.6 metres and a platform capacity of 200kg. Weighing 3,665kg, features include non-marking tyres, 30 percent […]
Scissor Manufacturer MEC put our new 6092 RT on their stand at the Vertikal Days 2015 show at Haydock Racecourse. We are looking forward to welcoming it into our big deck scissor hire fleet early week. […]
Lined up and ready to go. Our latest arrival for the powered access fleet at our Hertfordshire HQ – ten SkyJack SJ16 for personnel lift hire. The demands on providing a safe working environments has fuelled the recent expansion of low level access. Cleaning and maintenance tasks previously undertaken on ladders and steps are increasingly […]
Hot on the heels of the introduction of the largest boom in the world – the JLG 1850, JMS Powered Access welcome Genie’s highest reaching boom. The Genie 180SX Telescopic Boom Lift is available for hire – long or short term. As a telescopic boom (also know as stick boom or straight boom) the SX180 […]
We’ve welcomed another tranche of the very latest SkyJack 6832 RTE Electric Rough Terrain scissor in the JMS hire fleet today Already proving popular on the job site this latest investment from JMS Powered Access adds more capacity to our Rough terrain scissor hire fleet. Fitted with Hybrid Power Pack, the SJ6832RTE is […]
JMS continue to invest in the big scissor hire fleet, welcoming the 24.5m working height diesel Liftlux 245-25 scissor. As with many Liftlux models, the 245-25 features the hydraulic extension deck expanding the already large platform area to 2.5 m x 7.55m working area, making this platform ideal for work on construction sites where large […]
