Powering Scotland’s Largest Independent Access Hire Fleet: Access Plus Scotland’s Strategic Partnership with Scot JCB

When you are Scotland’s largest independent powered access hire company, the standards you set for your fleet must match the standards you promise your customers.

Access Plus Scotland, owned by Briggs Equipment, has built its reputation on one clear commitment: supplying quality equipment, on time, every time. Managing Director Billy Allison explains: “We are Scotland’s largest and best independent Powered Access Hire company, and we pride ourselves on supplying quality equipment, on time, every time to suit our valued customers’ needs.”

With a large and diverse fleet serving customers across multiple sectors, equipment selection is a matter of utmost importance.

Matching the Right Machine to the Right Job

At Access Plus Scotland, every hire begins with thoroughly understanding the job. “We always carry out in-depth telephone surveys and sometimes site-specific surveys, so that we can tailor the customer requirement to their specific needs.”

That consultative approach ensures customers receive the correct machine for the task, whether that is a compact 19ft scissor lift for internal works or a 45ft platform for more demanding projects.

Recent investment in JCB Access equipment includes:

·         2 x A45EH articulated electric booms

·         4 x S4550E electric scissor lifts

·         4 x S2646E electric scissor lifts

·         3 x S2632E electric scissor lifts

This range gives Access Plus Scotland flexibility across working heights and site environments, supporting both indoor and outdoor applications.

Why JCB?

The decision to invest in JCB was not simply about adding another supplier. It was about strategic alignment.

“We were looking to streamline our current suppliers and Scot JCB, being a strategic partner, supplying quality advice, quality technical and service support, plus the latest technologically advanced equipment, made it an easy decision for us as we continue to invest in our fleet.”

The JCB electric scissor range offers working heights from 19ft up to 45ft, combining robust build quality with strong battery performance and smooth proportional controls. For a hire business, durability and uptime are critical.

Billy highlights the key factors: “Reliability, robust build quality, instant service support and knowing we have the full support of Scot JCB made this an easy decision.”

Safety First, Always

For Access Plus Scotland, safety is not a marketing line. It is a core value. “Safety First is our No. 1 Value.”

With increasing demand for enhanced site safety measures, the business is actively exploring anti-entrapment aids and other safety technologies to support customers across construction, industrial and maintenance environments.

Ease of use is equally important, particularly with a varied customer base operating different types of projects.

Performance and Support That Keep Business Moving

Since introducing JCB machines into the fleet, performance has been strong.

“The machines have performed very well and when we have had any issues, the service response has been fantastic.” Minimising downtime is essential in the hire industry, and positive machine performance directly supports customer satisfaction. “Downtime has been kept to a minimum, so all good on these fronts which makes dealing with our customers so much easier.”

Behind that performance is the partnership with Scot JCB.

“Scot JCB have been fantastic at providing exceptional customer service, when requested but also being proactive in supplying any relevant information to us before we even know we need it.” That proactive approach reinforces the strength of the relationship.

A Partnership Built for Growth

Billy is clear about the value of the collaboration, “I would 100% recommend Scot JCB to other businesses and customers as we have built a true partnership that can only continue to grow.”

As Access Plus Scotland continues to expand its fleet and drive its mission of “Keeping Business Moving,” that partnership will remain central to delivering quality, safety and reliability to customers across Scotland.

Looking to Strengthen Your Access Fleet?

Whether you operate a national hire business or a growing regional fleet, JCB Access platforms backed by Scot JCB provide the reliability, safety and technical support required to keep your customers moving.

Contact Scot JCB today to discuss how the JCB Access range can support your fleet investment strategy.