When short-term rentals make sense

Bianca Smit, national operations manager at CFAO Equipment SA, outlines factors to consider when choosing a rental equipment partner.

- Bianca Smit

From warehousing and logistics to mining and agriculture, short-term rental solutions for material-handling equipment can be game changing for operations with fluctuating or cyclical needs.

That said, businesses need to carefully consider whom they partner with to ensure they have access to flexible contract options, quality machines, excellent technical support, and fleet availability.

Bianca Smit, national operations manager at CFAO Equipment SA, says customers often experience spikes in production due to seasonal demands, peak seasons, or for special projects.

“One example is South Africa’s agriculture sector. During fruitharvesting season, the demand for material-handling equipment surges,” she explains.

NO LONG-TERM COMMITMENT

By renting material-handling equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, businesses can ensure these operations meet demand during peak season without the long-term commitment of having to invest in equipment they don’t need year-round.