How Hiring Works
A straightforward business-hire process from the first enquiry to handover, extension and return.
Tell us about the job
Send the welding or cutting process, material, thickness, power supply, site postcode and dates. A model number is useful but not essential.
Complete the business checks
We mainly hire to limited companies, sole traders, partnerships and public-sector organisations. New customers may need identification, company information, payment details and insurance evidence.
Receive a written quotation
Your quotation confirms the machine, accessories, minimum hire, rates, VAT, delivery, deposit position, fuel, gas, consumables and any site-specific conditions.
Accept the booking
The booking becomes firm after availability is checked, the quotation and hire terms are accepted, and any required purchase order or payment is received.
Collect or arrange delivery
Collect from Marden between 9:00am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, or book delivery. A named authorised representative must receive and sign for the equipment.
Check the handover
Check the machine, leads, torch and accessories against the handover record. Familiarisation is available on request; the hirer remains responsible for competent operators and a safe system of work.
Use the equipment safely
Follow the manufacturer instructions, complete pre-use checks and stop immediately if a fault, damage or unsafe condition develops. Contact SGL Hire before attempting any repair.
Extend before the return date
Tell us as soon as the project programme changes. Extensions depend on availability and are only confirmed when SGL Hire accepts them.
Return and final inspection
Return every supplied item in the agreed condition, or arrange collection. We check fuel, cleanliness, missing parts and damage before closing the hire account.
What we normally need
Business information
Legal name, trading address, site contact, billing contact and purchase-order details where applicable.
Job information
Process, material, thickness, voltage, plug, air supply, access, dates and delivery postcode.
Checks and documents
Authorised identification, payment details, account application and hired-in plant or equipment insurance where requested.
Typical response times
| Availability enquiry | Usually answered during opening hours |
|---|---|
| Written quotation | Target same working day where the package is clear |
| Trade account application | Normally 1–3 working days after all information is received |
| Standard delivery | Usually 1–2 working days |
| Next-day request | Arrange before 2:00pm where stock and route capacity allow |