Garage Equipment Association

12 Jun A further 2 lifts have been identified by the RAPEX system as potentially hazardous

This week the RAPEX reporting has identified a further 2 vehicle lifts as potentially dangerous A 2 post lift, branded Launch (in Finland) Model number TLT235SB (RAPEX alert notification) A midrise, short scissor lift, branded Biltema (in Finland) Model number 15-8406 (RAPEX alert notification) Both lifts...

05 Jun DfT Update on road transport rules (04/06/2020)

the link below will take you to the latest update from the DfT on road transport rules, this includes: Driver Qualification card Validity Tachograph calibrations Operator Financial standing update Driver Attestation update DFT post ...

05 Jun 2 Post lift added to RAPEX alert system

A second alert has now been raised over the safety of a vehicle lift, this lift was identified in Finland but may have made it way to the UK market also. link to alert. Rapex website https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/consumers_safety/safety_products/rapex/alerts/?event=viewProduct&reference=A12/00843/20&lng=en ...

29 May Vehicle Lift alert added to Rapex alert system.

A new alert has been raised over the safety of a vehicle lift, this lift was identified in Finland but may have made it way to the UK market also. link to alert. Rapex website ...

27 May DVSA update guideline for MOT testing

The DVSA have on the 27th May updated its guideline for MOT testers when conducting MOT's see the latest information on the .gov website ...

15 May Sad News

We are very sorry to advise that Paul Maynard of Weber UK has passed away, Paul was a great supporter of the industry and the GEA and will be missed by all that knew him....

12 May Majorlift Hydraulic Equipment Ltd, Coronavirus (Covid-19) update 12/05/20

Following the latest government announcement, we are pleased to inform you that we have now been able to make the decision to reopen to the factory. We have needed to return with reduced staffing levels to ensure that we can maintain social distancing and help...

21 Apr Maha UK, Coronavirus COVID-19

MAHA UK Ltd remains open for business, Monday-Friday 8.00 - 17.00 A number of key/essential businesses are already customers of MAHA such as large logistic fleet operators, supermarkets chain suppliers, emergency services, and bus operators, which are all vital during these uncertain times. We feel that essential...

17 Apr Update from DVSA on Vehicle MOT extension

The DVSA have posted an update about MOT extensions to advise updates are only being applied 7 days prior to the expiry date Link to the DVSA post below https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-mots-for-cars-vans-and-motorcycles-due-from-30-march-2020 ...

17 Apr Sad News:

Andy Elkins (Jiffy) passed away on Tuesday. Andy was a well respected Development Engineer working at Crypton and will be a sad loss to our Industry. Please see link for remembrance details. http://www.funeralguide.co.uk/obituaries/76037 ...

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