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SGN powers Gas Network Efficiency with GAP Hire Solutions
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Background
SGN is a leading gas utility company specialising in gas leakage, maintenance and renewals across its network. The company’s primary focus is ensuring the safety, reliability and efficiency of its gas infrastructure. With high operational demands, SGN continually seeks ways to reduce costs while maintaining reliable access to the tools and equipment necessary to deliver its services.
A key business aim was saving money through the use of high-quality, second-hand Site Logistics & Groundworks (SLG) items without compromising on efficiency or safety.
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The Challenge
SGN faced increasing demand for various tools and equipment due to a growing workload and breakages of existing assets. This created challenges, including:
- Financial strain from constantly replacing or repairing equipment
- Delays and waiting times caused by shortages, which impacted productivity and response times
These obstacles directly affected SGN’s ability to deliver projects efficiently and maintain operational momentum.
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The Solution
SGN chose GAP Hire Solutions as their supplier of choice due to the company’s strong reputation, variety of options, and ability to provide reliable equipment.
The equipment provided included:
- Oxford Plastics Road Plates
- Excavators
- Lifting Equipment
- Heras Fencing
- Ground Mats
This range of equipment allowed SGN to address multiple operational needs quickly and cost-effectively.
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The Result
By partnering with GAP, SGN achieved several benefits:
- Cost Savings: Significant reduction in expenses by using quality equipment
- Operational Continuity: Reduced financial pressure and equipment delays meant SGN could focus on delivering projects without interruption
- Improved Availability: Reliable access to the required items, minimising downtime
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The Experience
GAP and SGN have built a very good working relationship, with a number of highlights. Communication was made easy, as the GAP team are always approachable and responsive. Moreover, the consistent delivery of the required equipment ensured peace of mind for SGN.
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Summary
Throughout its partnership with GAP, SGN successfully tackled equipment shortages and financial strain by leveraging cost-effective SLG items. GAP’s responsive service and reliable solutions have made a tangible difference to SGN’s operations, ensuring projects continue to run smoothly and cost-effectively.