Review of JCB ROTO 5.5 -21 (360 slew telehandler)

Review of JCB ROTO 5.5 -21 (360 slew telehandler)

by | 22 Feb 2020 | General, Hire

2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the iconic JCB brand. It is encouraging to see them continuing to push boundaries by further expanding their range of products to meet industry need. Recently, part of the ACOP team were lucky enough to receive a VIP visit to the JCB factory courtesy of Holt JCB. During the visit we were given the opportunity to trial the new JCB ROTO 5.5 – 21. This was at their dedicated training quarry near to the JCB World Headquarters in Uttoxeter, England.   Background The ROTO is the latest in range of telescopic handlers that JCB have unveiled. As the name suggests, these have a 360 slew capability. The ROTO will offer greater lifting capacity and greater reach/height owing to a set of 4 stabilisers, which, in turn, offers a greater footprint and thus more stable base platform. These machines are aimed to satisfy the ever growing demand for ‘bigger and better’ on site. The ROTO is further complemented by a new range of attachments that include a fly-winch, box-winch and platform (only the fly-winch was available to view at the time of writing). It is evident how such machines start to blur the lines of the ‘standard’ telehandler forklift as they are increasingly being used as small cranes and access platforms on sites. JCB have a long established telehandler brand which are a staple on most UK construction sites. However, how will their new ROTO match up to the existing brands on the market?   Our thoughts Here were a list of some of the many facets of the JCB 5.5-21 that impressed us  during...
Merlo 360 telehandlers available for hire now: Wales/England

Merlo 360 telehandlers available for hire now: Wales/England

by | 22 Oct 2018 | Hire

From today a number of Merlo slew/roto telehandlers are available for you to hire from ACOP Group. Check out the details. We provide you with both operated and self-drive hire and are CPA registered. We can also train your operators via our CPCS (construction plant competence scheme) test centre. You can also hire other machines and attachments from us. ACOP Group’s hire division is going from strength to strength, with many satisfied...
CITB announces potential new owner of CPCS

CITB announces potential new owner of CPCS

by | 3 Sep 2018 | General, Hire

Here’s some news from the CPA: The CITB have publically announced that it is divesting their Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) card scheme for plant operators to an external organisation as part of its Vision 2020 reform programme. CITB have confirmed that the NOCN Group has been selected as the preferred bidder. NOCN are an awarding organisation that offers a range of qualifications and were also the buyer for CITB’s own recently divested awarding organisation; CSkills Awards. If the sale is successful, NOCN will create an independent subsidiary as part of their overall approach to the purchase and delivery of CPCS. The process now moves to a stage of due diligence and negotiations between CITB and NOCN. At present, CITB will remain the card scheme provider and CPCS will continue to operate as normal. The CITB statement on the proposal can be found here. As a majority stakeholder in CPCS through Management Committee membership, the CPA Council are reviewing both the potential impacts that could occur through the sale of CPCS to a commercially-led organisation, and how card schemes function now and in the future for industry. CPA was a founder member of the predecessor scheme, CTA back in 1986 and since that time has ensured through the industry-led Management Committee that the policy and management of CPCS, and the associated training and testing standards, are fit-for-purpose for the sector. We believe that this is the time to review all plant operator card schemes to ensure that they benefit Member’s and the sector’s interests for the future. To support this process, we’re seeking Member’s views about how card schemes...
Hire from a range of 360 telehandlers with ACOP Group

Hire from a range of 360 telehandlers with ACOP Group

by | 23 May 2018 | Hire

Check out our fleet of 360 telehandlers which you can hire for your project in Wales, England, or Scotland. We provide both operated and self-drive hire and are CPA registered. We can also train your operators via our CPCS (construction plant competence scheme) test centre. Other machines and attachments are also available through ACOP Group. You can get more info from the hire section of our website, or contact us...
ROTO hire enquiry? Or other plant machinery? ACOP Group’s fleet expands

ROTO hire enquiry? Or other plant machinery? ACOP Group’s fleet expands

by | 6 Feb 2017 | Hire

Merlo ROTO hire ROTO hire is available from ACOP Group, including two additional machines on offer, newly added to the hire fleet: Merlo ROTO 40.25 MCSS Merlo ROTO 40.26 MCSS (see picture) The 40.26 MCSS has the following feature spec: Maximum load capacity 4000 kg Maximum lift height 26 metres Continuous turret rotation achieved through a Merlo electrohydraulic central rotary coupling The cab can be tilted by up to 18 degrees to offer an unequalled view at maximum height Cab steel frame complying with the international ISO 3449 Level II FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) standard Pneumatic suspension seat Electronic joystick controls Steering wheel tilt adjustable by up to 16 degrees Merlin system (Merlo Local Interactive Network) providing a completely new way to automatically manage all the operating parameters and safety functions MCSS system (Merlin Continuous Slew Safety) adjusting automatically the load diagram to suit the stabiliser position chosen by the operator Stabilizers with independent extension and jacking Hydropneumatic suspension ensuring maximum driving comfort and stability when operating on tyres, by levelling the machine Iveco turbo intercooler 6 cylinder engine, delivering 107 kW (145 HP) Hydrostatic transmission utilising variable displacement motor and pump Load-sensing hydraulic pump Maximum speed 40 kph Other machines As well as ROTO hire you can hire a wide range of plant machinery from ACOP Group including: Telehandlers (including 360 slew) Excavators (wheeled and tracked) Forward tipping dumpers Rear tipping dumptrucks Locations If you are working in or near one of the following locations we are happy to serve you: south Wales (Swansea, Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, …) south west England (Bristol, Gloucester, Somerset, Devon, …) Cornwall Birmingham...
Merlo ROTO 60.24 MCSS for hire from 2016 / 2017

Merlo ROTO 60.24 MCSS for hire from 2016 / 2017

by | 14 Oct 2016 | Hire

ACOP are currently taking hire requests for our new Merlo ROTO 60.24 360 telehandler which joins our existing hire fleet of Merlos. The key specs on this Merlo monster are: Maximum load capacity 6000 kg Maximum lift height 23.9 metres Continuous turret rotation achieved through a Merlo electrohydraulic central rotary coupling The cab can be tilted by up to 18 degrees to offer an unequalled view at maximum height Cab steel frame complying with the international ISO 3449 Level II FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) standard Pneumatic suspension seat Electronic joystick controls Steering wheel tilt adjustable by up to 16 degrees Merlin system (Merlo Local Interactive Network) providing a completely new way to automatically manage all the operating parameters and safety functions MCSS system (Merlin Continuous Slew Safety) adjusting automatically the load diagram to suit the stabiliser position chosen by the operator Stabilizers with independent extension and jacking Hydropneumatic suspension ensuring maximum driving comfort and stability when operating on tyres, by levelling the machine Iveco turbo intercooler 6 cylinder engine, delivering 129 kW (175 HP) Hydrostatic transmission utilising variable displacement motor and pump Load-sensing hydraulic pump Maximum speed 40 kph Here are the other specs and technical data (PDF). This machine comes with a remote control as standard, and a variety of attachments to choose from including lifting hooks, winch, and platforms. Other machines Alternatively if you’re looking to hire something else check out our current stock of machines (smaller telehanders, 360 excavator, dumptruck, or dozer). All machines come with the highest level of service, maintenance and support you’d expect from ACOP, the friendliest plant hire firm you might ever use. Contact ACOP If you have any questions about machine hire pick up...