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JCB E-Tech range puts Premier on the path to carbon neutral

Premier Plant & Tool Hire is accelerating its journey towards carbon neutral operations with the addition of a fleet of JCB electric equipment.

The Leicestershire-based hirer has invested in a range of JCB E-TECH machines including the JCB 19C-1E electric mini excavator, 8008E CTS electric excavator and HTD-5E electric tracked dumpster.

Supplied by Watling JCB, the new machines have been introduced in response to growing customer demand for zero emission equipment and form part of a wider investment strategy focused on sustainability.

Premier Plant & Tool Hire Managing Director Rob Hughes said: “We choose JCB because it is a trusted global brand that offers a wide range of construction equipment. JCB machines are powerful and reliable so they are ideal for contractors. Operators love the cabs, easy-to-use controls and hydraulics.

“As we continue our path towards carbon neutral, we value these JCB zero emission electric machines which help us to reduce our carbon footprint without affecting performance so they’re also a smart long-term investment.”

JCB’s E-TECH range delivers zero emissions at point of use with no compromise on performance. Each machine is capable of a full day’s work on a single charge, with low noise levels making them well suited to urban and indoor applications.

The new electric models join more than 100 JCB machines already in the plant hirer’s fleet, including tracked excavators, Loadall telescopic handlers, site dumpers and compaction equipment.

Established in 2020, Premier Plant & Tool Hire operates from a three-acre site in Leicestershire, employing more than 50 people. The company supplies a wide range of equipment including excavators, site dumpers, compaction rollers, telescopic handlers, powered access equipment and road sweepers.

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