Timber and builders merchant Sydenhams Ltd has just taken delivery of three new Lancer 5 tonne LQ 50 sideloaders for its handling fleet.

“As a forward thinking company we have to keep on investing in the right equipment to ensure that the busiess maintains its competitive edge, even through the economic cllimate may remain tough,” said Chris Hiscock, Sydenhams’ operations director.

The new sideloaders are finished in Sydenhams’ corporate colours and feature fully enclosed cabins, adjustable steering and pre-controllable hydraulic functions, heat and defrost systems and easy access to the rear platform.

The trucks were bought via Sydenhams’ materials handling partner, Lift West Ltd.