Call in the heavy mob
October 1st 2007

Lydney Containers, manufacturers of steel accommodation, storage units and modular buildings, have already made a big impact with local Doosan dealer, On3. Some of Doosan's largest trucks are now in action at its extensive Gloucestershire operations. Having put two 15 tonne trucks into service, the company continued to choose On3 three years later, when their need for further machines became clear. Lydney's Andrew Burrow, explains why the company needed a tough truck: "Our products are built to withstand a great deal," says Burrow. "Although more familiar as storage units, containers like ours are often fully fitted out as offices, toilet/shower blocks, even canteens. The result is they are sturdy but heavy, occasionally weighing in at up to 8,000kg." Lydney Containers has manufactured steel anti vandal units since 1986, and has also been producing modular buildings since 2004.The company places great emphasis on innovative product development, and developed the 'lock and leave' door locking system, concealed hinges on doors and a window shutter system operable from the inside. In 1997, the company opened a factory in the north which has recently relocated to an 84,000 ft2 facility in Skelmersdale, where Doosan trucks are also in operation. In 2000, the company expanded further by acquiring the assets of Steelspace in Lydney, bolstering production capacity in the south.

On3 sales director, Rob Jefferies, was responsible for supplying the latest two D70S models, complete with digital weighing scales and PIN code operator access systems.

"We undertook a detailed analysis of the whole operation and arranged site visits to make sure we knew exactly what was required," explains Jefferies. "Knowing the capabilities of the truck, we were confident they could make a real difference at Lydney.

This time it was all about adding new midrange trucks that could add further flexibility to the operation, without being a burden on the operators or the bottom line." When the original 15 tonne capacity trucks went into operation the results were swift, according to Lydney's Andrew Burrow. "We needed to handle increasingly heavier container and modular building designs for our growing customer base," says Burrow. "Now we have the capability and confidence to do so. In fact, these trucks have saved us money. We've been able to reduce our fleet by a further four machines, so we are very grateful to the work of Rob and the team at On3." And so with business growth continuing, Lydney turned again to On3 and Doosan for its latest needs. "The new Doosan Pro-5s are ideal for the job," claims Jefferies. "In addition to the features that Lydney has become accustomed to (e.g. longer-lasting oil cooled disc brakes, powerful engines and 3 year warranty) the latest models also add OSS, Doosan's award-winning Operator Sensing System, ergonomic operator cockpit unit and high visibility. Plus there are dual drive tyres for added stability and manoeuvrability."

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