Business was evidently brisk at the recent EHS Scotland Roadshow, with hands shaken on lucrative deals and smiling faces all round.

There were 16 manufacturers and suppliers on the day, and 54 regional hire businesses in attendance – with buyers from GAP, Speedy and Sunbelt walking the floor, and Your Equipment Solutions swelling the numbers with a veritable phalanx of depot staff.

As well as a brilliant selection of hire-focused machinery and solutions, there were a few new items on display. Brendon Powerwashers was giving away Somerset cider, with the company also impressing with its the new fast charging facility on its battery bowser, with 20 to 80 percent charge being achieved in just two hours, which is almost EV territory.

Speaking of the same, Makita was showcasing a new 40V XGT battery, with a nifty charging case and tools redesigned to fit the larger units – Bosch had its new 18V ‘Expert’ battery system too, with a capable new core drill on display.

Husqvarna tends not to do things bay halves as they brought several new and popular products along – a beefy looking air cleaner and battery lighting tower were gaining much attention.

Congratulations to all, as we understand, judging by the numbers – the Scotland Roadshow was pretty much the best one ever.