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PCCA Journal|2
nd
Quarter 2012
47
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o meet customer demand, Utility Equipment Leasing
Corporation (UELC), a leader in providing utility
truck rentals and leases to electrical transmission
and distribution markets across the nation, has added more
than 60 new trucks to the fleet thus far in 2012, with more to
come.
For the third consecutive year, UELC is making a major
investment in trucks available for the U.S. utility equipment
rental market. During March, April, and May, UELC ex-
panded its fleet by more than 60 units, including RMX 75- to
100-foot buckets, Commander 6000 diggers and Generals, to
meet the needs of transmission customers. The company also
added 45- to 60-foot digger derricks, 29- to 40-foot bucket
trucks, and other digger derricks and cable placers for the
distribution market.
“UELC maintains the most modern fleet in the industry,
providing the assurance of reliable equipment with the latest
features to help customers tackle their jobs reliably,” UELC
President and CEO Judie Taylor said. “Our customers need
productive, safe equipment during the economic recovery,
and we’re investing in our fleet to assure we’re here to meet
their need for quality rentals and leases.”
Renting from UELC is the key to better profitability and
efficiency for organizations with variable workloads or
periodic unique needs. Units are available on a daily, weekly,
monthly, or long-term basis. Rental purchase programs are
available, wherein companies gain equity in the equipment
being rented.
Member News
Member News continued on page 48
Vermeer Launches HDD Tooling and Accessories Warehouse
V
ermeer Corporation recently
introduced the BORESTORE
tooling and accessories
warehouse. BORESTORE offers the
complete line of Vermeer horizontal
directional drill tooling and accesso-
ries, available to contractors 24/7.
HDD contractors can shop the
Vermeer BORESTORE by any of three
ways: going to www.borestore.com,
calling 866-VERMEER, or visiting any
of 120 Vermeer dealers coast-to-coast.
“Many times, HDD contractors are
in the midst of a time-critical job and
need tooling within a day,” said Mark
Core, vice president of marketing and
lifecycle solutions. “BORESTORE of-
fers them the ability to conveniently
access the collective inventory of the
Vermeer network to help meet their
needs in the shortest amount of time
possible.”
BORESTORE features more than
1,100 products in all categories of
tooling and accessories, including
Firestick drill rod, rock tooling, ream-
ers, electronics, geothermal tooling,
and more. Various shipping options
are also available including local
dealer pickup, direct ship—even over-
night delivery—to ensure customers
receive products quickly.
HammerHead Promotes Klaus
to International Sales Manager
H
ammerHead Trenchless Equipment
recently announced the promotion
of Jason Klaus to international sales
manager. He will continue his management of
customer support and inside sales while also
managing the international sales team.
Previously, Klaus managed customer support
and inside sales while managing international territories in the
United Kingdom and Australia. Klaus has focused his efforts in
Europe and has been involved with the strategic planning for all
international markets.
“Jason has shown tremendous leadership skills and is an
important part of achieving our short-term objectives and long-
term strategies in growing trenchless international markets,”
HammerHead Trenchless CEO Brian Metcalf said.
UELC Boosts Rental Fleet to Support T&D