Steve Gibbs
LOW SUPPLY, HIGH DEMAND
A perfect storm
by Service Dealer Editor, Steve Gibbs

Service Dealer spoke to representatives of the supply side of the industry this week, who confirmed that whilst consumer demand is sky-high currently, there are ongoing stocking issues.

 

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Chris Biddle
AN OVEN-READY SCHEME
Time to give the LTA scheme the oxygen of publicity?
by Chris Biddle
The Landbased Technicians Accreditation scheme (LTA) was launched to a large and enthusiastic industry audience almost 12 years ago . . .
 
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NEWS
LOCATION OF LARGEST RISES IN UK TRACTOR SALES REVEALED
And what are the power range trends?

In this week's WEB ONLY story the AEA has released data showing where the increased agricultural tractor registrations seen in Q1 this year were located within the UK and the trends for different power ranges.

 

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The AEA has released data on Q1 tractor registrations
NEED TO WORK ON CONSTRUCTION SITES?
IAgrE Technician members eligible for qualification card

IAgrE members qualify to apply for the Construction Skills Certification Scheme card if needing to service machinery or equipment on construction sites without special supervision.

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CSCS Professionally Qualified Person card
NEWS
HAYTER MAKE DIGITAL INVESTMENT
Launch of new website

With the focus on digital becoming increasingly important, Hayter say they recognised it was time improve their digital presence.

 

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Hayter are launching a new website
TECHNICAL CHALLENGES AWAIT
Says AEA's new president

Shaun Groom, general manager of Merlo UK Ltd who recently became president of the AEA, says manufacturers will face pressure to replace fossil fuels with greener alternatives.

 

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Shaun Groom
MORRIS CORFIELD JOIN MAJOR NETWORK
New dealer appointment

Dealership will be supply Major Equipment from four depots covering Cheshire, Shropshire, Powys, Staffordshire and Herefordshire.

 

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Norman Duppa of Morris Corfiled with James Cox of Major
DOUBLE WIN FOR NH COMBINES
In SIMA Innovation awards

Manufacturer wins a silver and a bronze medal in the awards that were announced in a virtual ceremony broadcast yesterday (22nd April).

 

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New Holland combine developments have won two SIMA Innovation Awards
RHASS CALL FOR ENTRIES
For 2021 Technical Innovation Awards

Format remains the same as last year, with free entry, judging completed virtually and winners announced live as part of the Royal Highland Showcase in June.

 

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2020 Gold Technical Innovation Award winners, Lambert & Dyson Ltd with their Landy PTO Hot Water Pressure Washer
MAKITA U.S.A BREAK GROUND ON MAJOR EXPANSION
Construction of new facility

Makita U.S.A., Inc. held a ceremonial groundbreaking this week to launch construction of a new 600,000 sq.ft. state-of-the-art facility northeast of Atlanta, Georgia.

 

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Makita U.S.A. representatives are joined by construction and development executives and the Mayor for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the new facility
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Logistics & Warranty Administrator

We are now seeking to recruit a new Logistics and Warranty Administrator. This role could be based from either the Stockbridge (Hampshire) or Knockdown (Tetbury) depots.

 

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