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As mining, construction and industrial businesses continue to navigate changing project demands, rising operational costs and the need for greater flexibility, the traditional approach of owning every piece of equipment is evolving.
At Electra Mining 2026, SkyJacks will showcase how businesses can gain access to world-class equipment through flexible rental solutions, enabling them to adapt quickly while reducing the financial pressure associated with asset ownership.
A leading provider of powered access, material handling and lifting equipment across South Africa and the broader SADC region, SkyJacks will showcase its expanded portfolio at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec. Alongside its established range of globally recognised OEM brands, including Dingli, Faresin, Jekko, GEDA and ALR, the company will introduce two new additions to its offering: Hyundai Forklifts and MACH industrial cleaning solutions.
The expanded portfolio reinforces SkyJacks’ position as a comprehensive equipment partner, providing solutions that support safety, productivity and efficiency across mining, construction, industrial maintenance and logistics environments.
“Businesses today need flexibility as much as they need reliable equipment,” says Darryn Jacobs, Managing Director at SkyJacks. “While purchasing remains the right option for many organisations, rental provides an alternative approach that allows companies to access the equipment they need without being locked into assets that may no longer align with changing operational requirements.”
Jacobs explains that rental provides businesses with the ability to adapt as project scopes change.
“A company may start a project requiring a 20-metre access machine but later discover that it needs equipment capable of reaching 40 metres. With rental, they can return the existing machine and transition to a solution that better meets their requirements. When equipment is purchased outright, businesses can find themselves committed to an asset that may no longer provide the right capability, creating unnecessary costs and limiting flexibility.”
Beyond providing access to specialised equipment, SkyJacks’ rental solutions also help customers manage the ongoing costs associated with ownership. Maintenance, servicing and equipment support are included as part of the rental offering, allowing businesses to focus on operations rather than managing additional asset-related expenses.
“Customers are looking for predictable costs and reliable uptime. With rental, they have access to professionally maintained equipment without the additional burden of maintenance, repairs and replacement costs. This allows them to focus on productivity while knowing their equipment is supported throughout its lifecycle.”
