2023 heralds some really exceptional achievements for Fraser Tool & Plant Hire that we simply need to share.
First. It’s been 40 years since our founder Ronnie Fraser, with son Colin, opened the doors of the business in a small unit in home town of Strathaven with £20k capital, the 2 employees and big ideas.
2023 heralds some really exceptional achievements for Fraser Tool & Plant Hire that we simply need to share.
First. It’s been 40 years since our founder Ronnie Fraser, with son Colin, opened the doors of the business in a small unit in home town of Strathaven with £20k capital, the 2 employees and big ideas.
2023 heralds some really exceptional achievements for Fraser Tool & Plant Hire that we simply need to share.
First. It’s been 40 years since our founder Ronnie Fraser, with son Colin, opened the doors of the business in a small unit in home town of Strathaven with £20k capital, the 2 employees and big ideas.
1991. Lock, stock and tools strategic move to Fullwood, Hamilton
for larger premises, more central & logistically practical location for customer base
1991. Lock, stock and tools strategic move to Fullwood, Hamilton
for larger premises, more central & logistically practical location for customer base
1991. Lock, stock and tools strategic move to Fullwood, Hamilton
for larger premises, more central & logistically practical location for customer base
Driven by demand, the team expands with Michael Lydon joining as Workshop Manager
which proves to be the start of a long & fruitful relationship with Michael to this day being a key component of the management team and invaluable to the success & smooth running of the business.
All alongside his other long-term commitment as a Special Constable!
Driven by demand, the team expands with Michael Lydon joining as Workshop Manager
which proves to be the start of a long & fruitful relationship with Michael to this day being a key component of the management team and invaluable to the success & smooth running of the business.
All alongside his other long-term commitment as a Special Constable!
Driven by demand, the team expands with Michael Lydon joining as Workshop Manager
which proves to be the start of a long & fruitful relationship with Michael to this day being a key component of the management team and invaluable to the success & smooth running of the business.
All alongside his other long-term commitment as a Special Constable!
2002. Continued growth of Fraser Tool Hire and expansion into Plant Hire
saw the need for more space internally and externally with the purchase of current Bothwell Road 1 acre site, proving a master stroke!
2002. Continued growth of Fraser Tool Hire and expansion into Plant Hire
saw the need for more space internally and externally with the purchase of current Bothwell Road 1 acre site, proving a master stroke!
2002. Continued growth of Fraser Tool Hire and expansion into Plant Hire
saw the need for more space internally and externally with the purchase of current Bothwell Road 1 acre site, proving a master stroke!
The early years of the 21st Century saw further success in both Tool & Plant Hire business along with notable contract wins by the family business against competition from the corporate national and multi’s of the sector.
The early years of the 21st Century saw further success in both Tool & Plant Hire business along with notable contract wins by the family business against competition from the corporate national and multi’s of the sector.
The early years of the 21st Century saw further success in both Tool & Plant Hire business along with notable contract wins by the family business against competition from the corporate national and multi’s of the sector.
2006. Retention of staff has always been a core value of Fraser Tool Hire and we were delighted to acknowledge the first decade of our Accounts Controller, Avril Carmichael – who controls the financials of our business to this day, 27 years on.
2006. Retention of staff has always been a core value of Fraser Tool Hire and we were delighted to acknowledge the first decade of our Accounts Controller, Avril Carmichael – who controls the financials of our business to this day, 27 years on.
2006. Retention of staff has always been a core value of Fraser Tool Hire and we were delighted to acknowledge the first decade of our Accounts Controller, Avril Carmichael – who controls the financials of our business to this day, 27 years on.
Very sadly 2007 saw founder and driving force, Ronnie Fraser, succumb to illness which ultimately led to his death. A devastating blow to the whole family, workforce and friends alike, but his legacy lives on.
Very sadly 2007 saw founder and driving force, Ronnie Fraser, succumb to illness which ultimately led to his death. A devastating blow to the whole family, workforce and friends alike, but his legacy lives on.
Very sadly 2007 saw founder and driving force, Ronnie Fraser, succumb to illness which ultimately led to his death. A devastating blow to the whole family, workforce and friends alike, but his legacy lives on.
Now under the strong stewardship of Colin Fraser, the business followed in the footsteps of his father and mentors belief that continual investment was crucial to long-term success and 2008 included the arrival of Fraser Tool Hire’s 100th Dumper from JCB
Now under the strong stewardship of Colin Fraser, the business followed in the footsteps of his father and mentors belief that continual investment was crucial to long-term success and 2008 included the arrival of Fraser Tool Hire’s 100th Dumper from JCB
Now under the strong stewardship of Colin Fraser, the business followed in the footsteps of his father and mentors belief that continual investment was crucial to long-term success and 2008 included the arrival of Fraser Tool Hire’s 100th Dumper from JCB
2013. The 30th Anniversary was proudly celebrated with a presentation by JCB to Colin and his mother, Anna Mae Fraser, at a ‘day at the races’ for the workforce.
2013. The 30th Anniversary was proudly celebrated with a presentation by JCB to Colin and his mother, Anna Mae Fraser, at a ‘day at the races’ for the workforce.
2013. The 30th Anniversary was proudly celebrated with a presentation by JCB to Colin and his mother, Anna Mae Fraser, at a ‘day at the races’ for the workforce.
Having always been a family business, we love the fact that it runs in the business with several of our long term employees having been joined by their sons or daughters in various roles.
Having always been a family business, we love the fact that it runs in the business with several of our long term employees having been joined by their sons or daughters in various roles.
Having always been a family business, we love the fact that it runs in the business with several of our long term employees having been joined by their sons or daughters in various roles.
2016 saw some big numbers in plant investment achieved with JCB confirming delivery of…..
100th Excavator
200th Dumper
100th Telehandler
2016 saw some big numbers in plant investment achieved with JCB confirming delivery of…..
100th Excavator
200th Dumper
100th Telehandler
2016 saw some big numbers in plant investment achieved with JCB confirming delivery of…..
100th Excavator
200th Dumper
100th Telehandler
2018. In our quest to reduce the business’s carbon footprint, we committed to focussed investment in replacement plant to meet the highest standards of Tier4B/5 for all ongoing additions to the fleet.
2018. In our quest to reduce the business’s carbon footprint, we committed to focussed investment in replacement plant to meet the highest standards of Tier4B/5 for all ongoing additions to the fleet.
2018. In our quest to reduce the business’s carbon footprint, we committed to focussed investment in replacement plant to meet the highest standards of Tier4B/5 for all ongoing additions to the fleet.
2023. Marking 40 Years of business & growth. 5 acres, 40 personnel, 8000 tool lines, 2000 plant. And invaluable loyal customer base.
2023. Marking 40 Years of business & growth. 5 acres, 40 personnel, 8000 tool lines, 2000 plant. And invaluable loyal customer base.
2023. Marking 40 Years of business & growth. 5 acres, 40 personnel, 8000 tool lines, 2000 plant. And invaluable loyal customer base.
