Federal Government: Plans are underway to give Melbourne the world-class airport rail link it deserves, with the Australian and Victorian governments meeting today to brief key industry and community stakeholders on the project. Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Darren Chester and Federal Minister for Urban Infrastructure Paul Fletcher joined state representatives to meet with industry and local governmentto discuss the Melbourne Airport rail link business case. The Australian Government has allocated $30 million in the Federal Budget to develop theTullamarine Airport Rail Link business case. Mr Chester said the business case would look at potential corridors for the rail link, existing and future rail upgrades across the metropolitan network, and proposals from private industry. “The Australian Government is delivering a record $20 billion investment in rail. We are getting on with the job of delivering this vital rail link between Australia's second busiest airport and the city with $30 million already set aside in the Budget,” Mr Chester said. Mr Fletcher said planning work on the project was part of the Australian Government's record $75 billion investment in infrastructure with the airport link set to benefit local communities as well as airport travellers. “Melbourne Airport rail is a missing link in the urban transport network in Victoria. Sydney has a rail connection between the airport and the city, Brisbane has one, Perth is building one—a city of the scale and importance of Melbourne deserves such a connection and that's why the Turnbull Government is getting this important process underway,” Mr Fletcher said. The Victorian community and industry stakeholders will be consulted throughout the business case process. The study will build on previous studies to examine potential transport improvements for Melbourne Airport, along with new detailed transport planning and analysis. The business case will ensure the Melbourne Airport Rail Link:

addresses network pressures in and around Melbourne, including population growth and increasing congestionensuring financial and economic sustainability of the rail linkmaximising benefits for passengers through frequent and reliable services and improved amenity, andintegrating the rail link into the urban and transport networkThe business case will be delivered in two stages, with a preliminary business case to be completed in 2018 for consideration by both governments, ahead of a detailed business case being prepared on the preferred alignment

Source: Australian Government - www.minister.infrastructure.gov.au

Have you read the latest news from the EWPA?

(which you might not have considered before)

Ever experienced “one of those days” where your whole day just spirals out of control the moment it starts?

From guys calling in sick, to the courier losing your urgent order, to no milk for your hard-earned cuppa (and you’re left with a bitter, black cup of blergh), and finally your trusted forklift deciding to take a “permanent rest” just as you’re trying to unload a delivery?

The last thing you’re in the mood for is having to deal with those annoying salespeople who hound you for months on end, so…

Have you ever thought of simply renting your next machine, instead of buying it?

At Rough Terrain Plant Hire, we have serviced hundreds of satisfied customers throughout the country with our ever-expanding fleet of forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers and excavation equipment, and are currently involved in all major construction projects around Sydney.

Our ever-expanding fleet comprises of high-quality machinery, including:

TelehandlersForkliftsSkid Steer LoadersWheel LoadersExcavators

Of course we’d love for you to consider hiring our machinery next time you have a need for it, so as promised above, here are our Top 10 Reasons why you might like to consider renting equipment in future, as opposed to buying it:

1. No Finance Required

When renting RTPH equipment, there is no need for you to take out finance and tie up your working capital. Our customers work with us on an easily set up, standard 30 day account.

2. No Service Costs

We conduct regular services and maintenance on our machines at no extra cost to you. This is included in the weekly hire rate.

3. Onsite Servicing

Not only is service and maintenance of the machine included in the hire, but we also come to you to get it done, with minimal interruption to your day.

4. Fast Turnaround

We don’t make you sift through a ton of unnecessary paperwork – in most cases we are able to get your machine on its way to you the very next day… because while we understand that by the time you call us, you will probably need it “yesterday”, we still do our very best to make things happen asap!

5. No Depreciating Liability

As with all other motorised vehicles, by nature, forklifts don’t increase their value over time, meaning they are actually more of a liability than an asset.

6. Tax Benefits

As you most likely already know, if you purchase a machine, you are only able to claim the value of depreciation on tax. With machine rental, however, you are able to claim the full amount you spend, 100%.

7. No Downtime in Case of Break-Down

If something did ever go wrong with one of our machines (and let’s face it – these things happen to the best of the best!) and it was looking like a lengthy repair was necessary, we would swap the machine out for you as quickly as possible, ensuring expensive downtime is kept to a minimum.

8. Reliable Technical Support and Customer Service Professionals Who Care

We have qualified service technicians and partners all over the country, who are available to tend to any potential technical issues and emergencies in the quickest possible timeframe.

For any questions, queries or concerns, we also have an exceptional team of dedicated support staff, who are always friendly, reliable, and more than happy to help, especially in times you need it most.

9. No Quality Risk

One fantastic aspect of renting machinery is that, in case something ever did go wrong, we would simply repair the machine as quickly as possible, or swap it out, at no cost to you of course, and without inconveniencing you.

10. Rent to Own Options Available

In case you would still prefer to purchase a new forklift, we would be able to help you with that, too. Alternatively, we have “rent to buy” options available, that would still yield tax benefits for you at the end of the financial year.

So to sum it up, renting machinery can potentially offer you more tax benefits in comparison to purchasing, and (unless you break it of course!), you carry no risks in the way of mechanical issues, should they arise, because we fix any problems as quickly as we hear about them!

And last but not least, we provide great service, support, and a ton of spare parts (just in case), which we believes qualifies us to be considered a reliable partner to help ensure the smooth running of your business.

For a full brochure, call Doreen on 0451 531 742 or send an email to doreenfrancois@rtph.com.au

What Our Customers Say…

It is really important to us, and something we pride ourselves on too, that we build and maintain great relationships with our customers. In fact, many of them have been hiring our gear on an ongoing basis for years!

“They’re a great thing! I find the RTPH equipment to be very reliable… they do what they need to do and they get the job done. RTPH takes great care of their machines and makes sure they are serviced when due. Their support staff is always friendly and helpful.” – Mark.

Our Promise to You

High-Quality Equipment at Competitive Rental RatesLow HoursAll Service and Maintenance Costs Included“Immediate-Action Guarantee”: No Costly Downtime for YouHighly Qualified Technical Support

P.S.: To stay up to date with our latest news, head to www.rtph.com.au and “get your name on the list”!

CONFUSED ABOUT THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A TELEHANDLER AND AN ALL TERRAIN FORKLIFT?

A quality Dieci telehandler from RTPH offers a number of benefits over comparable all terrain forklifts. Compare the important performance details for comparable 16 tonne machines in the table below and you can see why there is only one choice!

HERCULES 160.10

Lift Capacity 16,000 kg

Lift Height: 10,200mm

Machine Height: 2890mm

Engine: Perkins 146kW

Machine Width: 2500mm

HYSTER H16.00XMS-12

Lift Capacity 16,000 kg

Lift Height: 5400mm

Machine Height: 4460mm

Engine: Perkins 108kW

Machine Width: 2617mm

MITSUBISHI FD16ON

Lift Capacity 16,000 kg

Lift height: 3092mm

Machine Height: 3332

Engine: Perkins 129kW

Machine Width: 2635mm

With a lift height almost two to three times the competition, larger engine for more power, lower machine height for better stability and narrower width for improved access the Hercules 16 tonne telehandler offers a level of performance not available from the competing all terrain forklifts. Added to this is RTPH’s industry experience and well stocked rental fleet and you’ll see why is worth contacting Mark and the team to discuss the Hercules range of heavy lift telehandlers for your next project.

The new Apollo 25.6 is a compact, tough and versatile telehandler made for the toughest of Australian conditions, including those found in mining, construction, agriculture and forestry. Inspired by the best in Italian engineering, this latest generation Apollo 25.6 features a sealed radiator compartment for less dust and clogging, a tough damage resistant composite door, lowered boom for improved visibility and safety and a newly-designed split bonnet for improved access for service and maintenance. According to Rough Terrain Plant Hire National Manager Mark Salmon, “The Apollo 25.6 has been specifically-engineered for Australia’s rugged and unforgiving conditions. With its sealed radiator that will prevent dust and dirt clogging the engine, to improved air conditioning for improved operator comfort when working in hot and dusty environments and the modular split bonnet for fast maintenance access, the Apollo 25.6 is in a class of its own.” “The Apollo 25.6 also comes with an innovative forward and reverse control on the joystick as a standard inclusion allowing the operator to control the forward and reverse movement of the machine without having to take their hand off the joy stick and use a gear change lever providing ease of use, less fatigue and more driver comfort,” explained Mark. “Whether your jobsite is in the Pilbara, the Nullabor or south western Sydney, the new generation Apollo 25.6 telehandler has the attributes to handle anything you throw at it.”