This case study highlights how TechRentals goes beyond equipment rentals to deliver strategic solutions for complex energy projects. It details our critical role in a major energy project in New South Wales, Australia, which involved building substations and transmission lines. TechRentals provided not only equipment but also essential expertise and support, ensuring the project’s success.
Challenge
Cost Increases and Resource Constraints
The prime contractor, awarded the civil construction contract, faced unforeseen challenges. The project timeline was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rising material costs as well as a labour shortage caused a surge in expenses, eroding the contractor’s projected profits.
Further amplifying the difficulties, the contractor needed to:
• Optimise Capital Expenditure
• Scale Equipment Resources
• Secure Technical and Maintenance Support
Solution
TechRentals Delivers a Comprehensive Solution
Through close collaboration, TechRentals addressed the contractor’s initial equipment needs. However, as the project progressed, the ongoing requirements surpassed TechRentals’ existing stock. Demonstrating a commitment to customer success, TechRentals procured brand new robotic total station base and rover sets, specifically for a rental agreement over 18 months.
The contractor’s had a specific preference for certain survey accessories. With TechRentals supply network, we were able to source and deliver these items in a timely and efficient manner which led to a streamlined procurement process for the contractor.
TechRentals Delivers a Comprehensive Solution
The project’s environmental team, facing similar capital limitations, approached TechRentals for assistance in acquiring water quality testing equipment. TechRentals’ commitment to comprehensive support extended beyond surveying equipment, demonstrating their capacity to fulfill diverse project needs.
Outcome
A Win-Win Partnerhsip
By fostering a collaborative and responsive approach, TechRentals enabled the contractor to rent essential equipment without capital approval delays. This solution not only addressed the immediate needs but also provided ongoing technical support and maintenance, ensuring project efficiency and cost optimisation.
