Autumn Garden Clean Up

As Autumn approaches in the UK the garden is just one area that will normally require attention whether it be a “clean up” or preparation for the winter months ahead.

Depending on the level of maintenance which has been given to the garden during summer the amount of time needed to tidy up the garden and its lawns can vary from a just a few hours work to possibly several days or weekends.

One job which can be labourious is the collection of fallen leaves, especially on grassed and paved areas. The traditional autumn “leaf drop” creates a lot of extra work at this time of year especially if your garden or home is bordered with a large number of trees.

To help with this problem there are a number of purposely designed tools which can make things a lot easier with this clean up task. One ever popular piece of equipment being a garden leaf blower.

This relatively modern tool is typically powered by either an electric or petrol engine coupled to a powerful blower / fan assembly. Comprising a housing with built in handle and a blower tube, this piece of equipment is then used to simply “blow” the fallen leaves into a confined area of your garden where they can then be collected for disposal or alternatively shredded if you have access to an electric garden shredder.  

Various types and makes of leaf blowers can be purchased and at different price points depending on their quality and recommended levels of useage. Simple budget models can now be bought for under the £100.00 mark, where as models designed for the professional gardener and landscaper will most likely cost double this figure.

Which Model To Choose?:

A professional user will benefit by purchasing a “branded” professional machine which has been designed for regular use – this will ensure reliabilty & performance over the machines lifespan.

Typical manufacturers which fit into this category include: Echo, Makita, Kawasaki, Honda, & Stihl.

DIY and homeowners who only need the use of a blower for a few occasions a year would be wise to either purchase a well known brand of DIY specifications such as a black and decker or bosch, or alternatively consider the hire of a leaf blower instead.

Site Lighting Equipment

Mobile Lighting Towers 

Suitable for use on construction sites, outdoor car parking areas, and widely used at outdoor events such as concerts and exhibitions the use of a mobile light tower can make all the difference.

Where as previously construction sites and car parks would of needed a large amount of power generators and seperate flood lights they can now be lit more effectively and cost efficiently by the use of a purpose stand alone portable lighting tower.

These units have typically their own contained engine generator unit (normally diesel powered) coupled to a mast fitted with several high powered flood lights. The masts are usually fully adjustable and can be extended in height for lumination coverage. The number of bulb units fitted varies from one manufacturer to another depending on the units size and specification.

Because this type of plant equipment is used at outdoor venues and events noise limits produced by it have to be reduced to a minimum. The power generator on the mobile lighting tower is normally fully silenced as such.

Hire or Purchase?

The decision has to be made whether it is more cost effective to hire a mobile lighting tower or to purchase one. Useage, storage, and available spending budgets should all be taken into account before a choice is made.

Typically the units are available for hire or purchase from specialist tool and equipment suppliers from whom will be available to offer advice and recommendations as to the suitability for the clients individual needs.  

This type of site equipment is however one of the best inovations to enter the small plant market and has helped many construction companies operate effectively through the dark winter months, maintaining project work, and saving them money at the same time.

Karcher BR65 Scrubber Dryer

New Karcher BR65 Floor Scrubber Dryer

The latest models in scrubber driers from Karcher offer a high level of versatility to the pedestrian floor scrubber dryer market.  The new BR65 (and bd65) model walk behind driers feature new interchangeable heads allowing the machine to tackle different cleaning tasks from the one machine.

A roller head or disc head can be fitted (both 65cm in size) as standard with the option of upgrading to  larger sizes as retro fit spare parts.

Scrubber Head Replacement:    

The head replacement on the karcher BR65 takes just a few minutes and without any tools needed. In addition a wide selection of cleaning brushes and pads are available for each head.

BR65 Features:

• Karcher’s “DOSE” system for accurate metering of cleaning detergents – allows rapid changing of the type of detergent used without having to change the tank.
• Variable brush rotation speed (on roller head models only)
• Simple operating controls; paddle lever, lcd display, single navigation button.
• Utilises a fresh water filter – allows reduced maintenance ensuring perfect performance.
• Drain tap fitted as standard – allows easy and safe waste water disposal.
• Water and detergent distribution rail fitted – ensures constant output giving easy maintenance.
• Pre sweeper device – fitted to the roller heads, means any coarse dirt does not need to be removed before scrubbing and drying commences.
• Karcher BR65 weight: 140kg
• Operating weight: 350kg
• Motor rated input: 1500w
• Brush motor: 2 x 600w
• Working width: 650mm
• Battery size: 24v

The Karcher BR65 floor scrubber dryer is ideal for general purpose industrial cleaning applications and is ideal for use by contract cleaners, hospitals and schools, restaurant and food industries, logistics and warehouse operations, offices and shops, airports…..

To purchase the new Karcher BR65 scrubber dryer at the best price you can contact MF Hire based in Yorkshire. The complete range of karcher equipment including pressure washers and other floor care equipment is available to buy with large discounts off the karcher recommended price.

Contact MF Hire: Tel (0113) 238 0646

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