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Will We Ever Combat the Pothole Problem?

18th February, 2019

Potholes have become a major cause of concern for road users and the government. The data on pothole menace is worrying. Nearly 1 million potholes have been reported every year since 2015, according to recent research by The Insurance Emporium. The City of Edinburgh Council recorded the highest number of […]

Introducing Our New Yanmar Tracked Dumpers

8th February, 2019

What is a Tracked Dumper? A tracked dumper (also known as a carrier or loader) is exactly what it sounds like. Try and think of a wheelbarrow on tracks that you can drive, or a mini tank used for moving material rather than artillery and you’re halfway there. It may […]

Top 10 Projects to Lookout for in 2019

22nd January, 2019

2019 is shaping up to be an exciting year the UK construction industry with many ambitious projects in the pipeline. From stadiums to residential and commercial developments, 2019 has some great projects planned. Here at MTS Plant we have outlined the top 10 below: Reliable plant machinery is the backbone […]

Extend the Life of your Compact Wheel Loader with these 5 Top Tips

16th January, 2019

Wheeled Loaders are a great investment to your business and looking after them should be a top priority. However, misuse of your machine can shorten the life expectancy of parts that can be a costly outlay over time. Damage limitation of your wheeled excavator will not only save you money […]

Ground-breaking News – MTS Plant & Yanmar Have Joined Forces

9th January, 2019

2019 will see MTS Plant and Yanmar join forces to offer customers an exciting new range of Japanese compact plant machinery with a reputation for quality, reliability and progressive technology. The Yanmar Construction equipment range consists of world-class equipment, proven globally in over 37 countries. The range includes mini, […]

8 Safety Tips When Working in Winter

2nd January, 2019

Do not let the harsh winter obstruct your construction work. Be prepared for the season with the following safety tips. 1. Examine the Work Site for Safety Hazards Inspect the roofs, pathways and structures such as scaffolding and ladders for snow and ice and clear them immediately. Use a mix […]

Scottish Government Consults on Micro Trenching

19th November, 2018

The Scottish Government has recently announced a proposal to evaluate “Micro Trenching” as the way forward and best practice for easy and efficient utility installation. The Government is now keen on creating an efficient system that would facilitate the increased use of Micro Trenching across Scotland’s 33 road authorities in […]

The Construction Industry Back on the Rise

19th September, 2018

The construction industry has seen a positive change in the second quarter (Q2) of 2018, giving a cause for hope and positivity to the Industry. The industry has survived the collapse of the construction giant Carillion and the harsh weather with amazing tenacity, and it is very positive to […]

A Guide to Working Safely in the Heat

20th August, 2018

When you are in the construction industry, each day can bring its own challenges. There are days when you are left to face the hot sun in your heaviest gear doing the most strenuous work. Working in the hot sun can pose a huge health risk. However, you can shield […]

Skid Steer Training – How to Operate a Skid Steer

16th July, 2018

Skid Steer Training – How to Operate a Skid Steer Loader Skidsteer or tracked loaders are highly capable machines ideal for materials handling or operating attachments, so it makes sense that you may want to buy or hire one for your next project. As with any plant machinery however, operating […]

MTS Plant Support Bikescape to Construct New Pump Track

Bikescape specialises in the design, build and maintenance of mountain bike and BMX facilities. They manage and coordinate bespoke and unusual projects start to finish, taking on the consultation and design phase, right through to the build and maintenance. Founded in 2015, Bikescape is a community-focused organisation aiming to […]

UK Construction Industry Stays Contraction-Hit, Despite a Seemingly Positive April

19th June, 2018

With construction output recording an increase of 0.5% in April 2018, it brought a ray of sunshine to the UK construction industry, which has recently been witnessing a steady contraction. However, the woes of the industry seem to be far from over. Despite the increase, the statistics from February […]

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Andy Richardson – Wetherby Tool Hire

We have been working with MTS Plant for just over 12 months now and have found their service and support second to none. Vanessa, Jenny, Matt and the team are fantastic and will always go the extra mile to meet our requirements. We have regularly used MTS Plant for Dumper and Excavator hire throughout this period and have found their range of machinery very reliable & of excellent quality. I would 100% recommend MTS Plant Hire.

Mark Dormer – Contracts Manager – Furness Brothers Ltd

We have used MTS Plant for a number of years and have been constantly impressed by the service provided. We work in a quick-moving industry where our requirements for small machine hire can be at short notice and highly varied. MTS Plant manages to keep us supplied with quality machines along with great customer service. We look forward to driving our business forward knowing that we have the resources to satisfy our customers needs without the high expense of owning our own machines.

John Cassidy – Travis Perkins

MTS has been a great company to cross hire small plant in for our customers. The great thing about MTS is the friendly staff who are very committed to making sure Travis Perkins is a priority customer and will move things around in their daily transport too fit urgent orders in. Myself and my team now use Mts as our first point of call as we have confidence in how the business works from the staff to the machines themselves.

Paul Kinsella – Easy Driveways

MTS has arranged for us at times very short notice the most diverse ranges of hire equipment, even nationwide. We first started using MTS a few years ago now an don’t hesitate to call the well mannered and excellently informed staff, We have experienced difficulties when on hire and the response was second to none, from the delivery drivers to the mechanic’s, the professional advice and service we haven’t matched anywhere in my 32 years in construction.

The branch at Leigh is always ready to accommodate our needs and they do it with a cheerful professional manner every time.

News & Events

Projects Confirmed This Month – Sept 19

Here at MTS Plant, we believe that infrastructure development and construction work play a crucial role in development and progress. We are very excited to see the launch of several construction projects at various stages of development across the country. In this post, we look at some more exciting new […]

MTS Plant Appointed as North East Gehl Loader Dealers

MTS Plant are pleased to announce their appointment to the Gehl dealer network to supply Gehl loaders to the North East of England. Working with the UK importers Filtermech Plant Sales Ltd, MTS Plant will launch the new dealership from August 2019, and will be responsible for sales and support […]

MTS Plant Expand Yanmar Territory to Southern Scotland

MTS Plant is proud to announce we have extended our territory as an official Yanmar Compact Equipment Europe (CEE) dealer throughout southern Scotland. Following a successful six-months as part of the Yanmar UK and Ireland dealer network, MTS Plant will now be covering the central belt (Glasgow/Edinburgh) and the boarders. […]

Developments Throughout the Country – August

Several developments in the construction sector have kept Britain busy in the last month. Multiple projects in Durham, Yorkshire, Scotland, Tyne and Wear have been put in motion. The nation will be witnessing great progress in the retail, leisure, manufacturing, environmental and housing space in the coming months with several […]

Vital Works to Leeds’ Flood Defences Given Huge Boost with £76m Contract

In what can be termed as a key milestone for Leeds, the Leeds City Council has signed a contract worth £76m with Mott MacDonald and BAM Nuttall for the completion of Phase 2 of the Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme. The contract fund will be utilised for the construction of linear […]