05 Feb 24
Explore Plant and Transport Solutions, a leading haulage and plant hire service based in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, has significantly enhanced its fleet with a substantial £6 million investment in over 100 JCB machines. This major upgrade not only significantly expands the company’s equipment fleet but also integrates cutting-edge safety features through its continued partnership with Xwatch Safety Solutions.
The new fleet includes a variety of JCB models like telescopic handlers, site dumpers, generators, and for the first time, midi and X Series excavators, equipped with Xwatch safety systems. Highlighting this safety initiative, the 245XR excavators now feature the Xwatch XW4 system, and the JCB dumpers are fitted with the SS2 Simple Safe Two Series Roll Over Monitor, showcasing a commitment to operational safety and efficiency.
Dan Leaney, Sales & Operations Director of Xwatch Safety Solutions expressed enthusiasm about their collaboration with Explore, saying, "Our partnership with Explore Plant and Transport Solutions highlights a shared commitment to safety and innovation. By equipping their new fleet with our XW4 and SS2 systems, we're not just providing safety solutions; we're continuing to set new standards for the industry. It's about creating an environment where safety and efficiency go hand in hand."
Warren Wilkinson, Operations Director at Explore Plant and Transport Solutions, Explore Plant and Transport Solutions also commented on the collaboration, highlighting the strategic choice of Xwatch as their preferred safety solutions provider. "Choosing Xwatch was a deliberate decision aimed at enhancing our fleet's safety profile. We also worked closely together to develop the SS1. This collaboration is a testament to our mutual dedication to not only meet but exceed safety standards in the industry."
The SS2 system, known for its robust and reliable monitoring capabilities, features a compact controller and a three-axis platform angle sensor, ensuring precise tilt monitoring and immediate alerts if unsafe angles are detected. This system, designed for ease of maintenance and high reliability, emphasizes the importance of safety in heavy machinery operation.
Explore's initiative to incorporate these advanced safety features from Xwatch reflects a broader industry trend towards prioritising operational safety and efficiency. By choosing Xwatch as their preferred supplier and collaborating on the development of customised safety solutions, Explore Plant and Transport Solutions is leading by example, demonstrating how partnerships can drive innovation and elevate safety standards across the board.