3 Considerations When Choosing a Supplier from Whom to Rent Mining Equipment
Because mining is a major industry in Africa, and particularly in South Africa, it accounts for a large portion of the country’s GDP. Mining is big business, and there are many different companies in the country that provide mining equipment and earth moving machinery. This means that, if you are the person responsible for finding the correct mining equipment for rent or purchase, you will have a lot of choices, and this can sometimes be somewhat daunting.
It is also essential to know when it is better to choose mining equipment for rent, or to purchase it instead. Choosing a supplier that will meet all your equipment and machinery needs can be tricky, but there are guidelines you can follow that will help to make the process a little easier. Here are some factors to take into consideration before choosing a supplier:
- What exactly do you need? Before trying to locate a supplier, you have to have a very clear idea of the machinery and equipment you need. It is usually best to focus on suppliers that specialise in the type of machinery you need. For instance, if you need a particular make or model of underground tunnelling equipment, focus on those who have a good history of supplying the makes and models you need. It may not always be clear exactly what you need, and this is where you need the input of a supplier you can trust – one who has a history with mining and knows what equipment would suit the particular situation or environment. Getting the right equipment will help to make processes more efficient and reduce delays and scope creep. Once you found suppliers that can meet your needs, make a shortlist.
- Customer service: Don’t be afraid to ask for references – a good supplier of mining equipment for sale or rent should be able to provide you with a list of clients or reliable references. Often, they are listed in particular projects, and you can also determine their level of skill and experience by making a list of questions particular to the industry and the machinery, and gauge their expertise through the answers they provide. Customer service also doesn’t stop after the purchase, because there are other things involved, such as servicing and maintenance, and ongoing consultation for advice, you have to build a long-term business relationship with the supplier, and they have to be good at maintaining good long-term customer service.
- Quality control: Ask about their systems for quality control and find out whether there is a rigorous system in place to ensure that all their mining equipment for rent is tested and maintained during and after use. It is also preferable to find a supplier that provides a maintenance service for their machinery, and can provide high-quality spares when needed for repairs or servicing.
At Kanu Equipment, we specialise in the provision of high-quality earth moving and mining equipment for rent and sale, and we will be able to answer your questions, provide you with the equipment you need, and assist with the servicing and maintenance. Give us a call to find out more!
