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We are one of the UK's leading powered access rental companies offering a range of Access Platforms a AFI has 20 locations in the UK and six in the Middle East.

AFI Rentals provide high quality powered access machine hire and sales, industry-accredited training and health & safety courses to ensure that anyone working at height is doing it at the safest, most professional way. We now have a rental fleet of more than 6,000 powered access machines, together with a growing telehandler rental fleet, as well as providing training for more than 30,000 people each year. You can hire our machines over the phone, on our website or through our AFI App - giving you access to hire, off hire,

In operation since 1998. AFI-Uplift is our MEWP and telehandler hire specialist covering England and Scotland. Operational since 2002, Wilson Access Hire is our Truck and Track mounted hire specialist covering the UK.

21/10/2026

76 fatalities. 170 serious incident reports. A reminder of why MEWP training matters.

IPAF’s Global Safety Report 2026 highlights the ongoing risks associated with working at height, with electrical hazards, falls from platforms and overturns among the leading causes of serious incidents.

Proper training, machine familiarisation and effective site planning all play an important role in reducing these risks.

At AFI Training, we’re committed to helping operators and businesses work more safely at height.

Read our latest blog to discover the key findings and why MEWP training matters:
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20/10/2026

At AFI-Rentals, around 75% of our fleet is now green, giving customers a wide choice of electric and low-emission access platforms for different working environments.

Electric Scissor Lifts – ideal for warehouses, factories, retail units, airports, hospitals, schools and indoor construction where zero tailpipe emissions, low noise and compact access are important.

Electric Boom Lifts – perfect for sites requiring greater outreach while helping reduce emissions and noise, including urban developments, commercial buildings, maintenance projects and sensitive working environments.

Hybrid Access Platforms – provide greater flexibility for mixed indoor and outdoor applications, helping reduce fuel consumption while still delivering the performance required on demanding construction sites.

Get hire rates:
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19/10/2026

Indoor maintenance doesn’t have to mean cramped, awkward access.

From HVAC servicing and lighting replacements to racking inspections, cleaning, signage installation and production-line maintenance, electric scissor lifts are a smart solution for indoor work at height.

Ideal for:
🏭 Manufacturing
📦 Warehousing
🏥 Healthcare
🏫 Education
🛍 Retail
✈️ Airports
🏢 Commercial buildings

With special hire rates, quick delivery, and an easy online process from hire to off-hire, AFI Rentals makes indoor access simple.

Check special hire rates:
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16/10/2026

Have you explored the new Carbon Footprint feature in your AFI Rentals Customer Portal yet?

See your estimated CO₂e emissions, machine-level breakdowns, and delivery and collection emissions all in one place.

Watch our short video to see what's included and how it works:

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15/10/2026

How can customers track emissions associated with the access equipment they hire?

AFI Rentals has added a Carbon Footprint feature to its customer portal. Alongside the hire and account information already available in the portal, customers can now also view estimated CO₂e emissions calculations for their use of hired machines and for the transport of machines to and from their sites.

Customers can choose a reporting period, view the total emissions calculation for that period, and explore the details behind it. This gives HSEQ, sustainability and procurement teams information which supports their own climate reporting, informs conversations with AFI about future fleet requirements, and helps explore how to reduce their carbon emissions.

Watch our short demonstration to see how the new feature works:

https://bit.ly/4zr41Si

12/10/2026

MYTH vs REALITY: Is Your Ground Really Safe?

Just because the ground looks dry and stable doesn't mean it's safe to support a Spiderlift!

Need expert advice on Spiderlift selection, setup or site suitability?

Get in touch with Matthew Dean, our Spiderlift expert at AFI Rentals, to discuss your project requirements and find the right access solution.

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08/10/2026

It’s a common misconception that outrigger spreader pads are only needed on visibly soft or waterlogged ground. The surface may appear firm, but what lies underneath can significantly affect stability.

Hidden voids, loose fill, uncompacted aggregate and changes in ground condition can all influence how outrigger loads are transferred.

Before setting up a spider lift or other MEWP using outriggers:
✅ Assess the ground conditions
✅ Check for underground services, voids or weak areas
✅ Use suitable spreader pads where required
✅ Follow the manufacturer’s guidance for setup and loading
✅ Reassess conditions if the ground or weather changes

A stable setup starts from the ground up.
Never assume that a dry-looking surface is automatically capable of supporting the load.
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07/10/2026

We’re Hiring – Join the AFI Team!

We’re currently looking for experienced engineering professionals to join our growing team, with two exciting opportunities available:

- Senior Engineer
- Powered Access / MEWPs Engineer

If you have strong technical experience, a hands-on approach and want to develop your career within the powered access industry, we’d like to hear from you.

At AFI, you’ll be part of an experienced team supporting one of the UK’s leading powered access fleets, working across a wide range of machines and applications.

Apply Now:
https://bit.ly/46dLxWS

06/10/2026

The Skyjack SJ3219 Electric Scissor Lift is one of the most practical and cost-effective choices for indoor access requirements, ideal for warehouses, retail spaces, factories, fit-out projects and facilities maintenance.

✅ Fully electric – zero tailpipe emissions
✅ Quiet operation for indoor environments
✅ Non-marking tyres
✅ Compact dimensions for narrow spaces
✅ 227kg platform capacity
✅ Ideal for lighting, racking, M&E, ceilings, signage and maintenance

Want the best hire rate for your site? Get a quote today.

https://bit.ly/4ykVGQh

05/10/2026

A minute spent checking can save hours of disruption.

When schedules are tight, routine pre-start checks can sometimes feel like something that slows the job down. In reality, they are an important part of keeping both people and projects moving safely.

A quick inspection before operating a MEWP can help identify visible damage, leaks, tyre issues, control problems or other concerns before they develop into a breakdown or a more serious safety issue.

At AFI Rentals, we encourage operators to make pre-use checks part of every shift.

60 seconds of prevention could help avoid a day of downtime.

Learn more:
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Address

Unit 17 & 18
Wakefield
SL09HL

Telephone

+443301340200

Website

https://www.afi-rentals.co.uk/

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