EV Project and New Training Rooms for HSS Hire Group plc

Accio Consult and Construct delivers EV and Training Rooms in another fast paced project for HSS Hire Group plc at Withiel Farm in Bridgewater

Accio Consult and Construct have recently completed a project for HSS Hire Group plc at their Withiel Farm branch and training facility in Bridgwater. Accio are HSS’s longstanding property partner and at the request of HSS, Accio surveyed the site and collaborated with suppliers to refurbish both the internal training, warehousing and sales facilities, plus extensive external works including EV charging and branding around the unit.

The project, culminating in a 3-week turnaround and final handover on April 19th. Among these were the construction of two new training rooms and a welcome room for HSS Hire Training. The scope of work encompassed the installation of metal stud partition walling, electrical and data works, fitting of  fire alarms and emergency lighting, and the setup of a kitchen counter and units in the welcome area.

Additionally, Accio undertook various tasks within the warehouse space, including the construction of block walls for test and run benches, the implementation of safety measures like Armco and key-clamp barriers, and the establishment of clearly marked pedestrian walkways. External enhancements featured prominent HSS branding, the relocation of a confined space training tank, and the installation of a new 22kW EV charger. The Chargers link through to the back-office software to manage the use of the units. Withiel Farm represents the sixth such installation at a HSS site and Accio continues to support the HSS rollout of EV chargers across their estate nationwide with our shared values in the renewable space.

Moreover, the new HSS site now boasts a well-equipped sales counter, re-sale stock space, and storage racking to facilitate seamless operations. The project showcased Accio’s commitment to delivering comprehensive solutions while enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of the space.

Accio has been the partner of choice with HSS over many years, gaining an intimate understanding of their requirements and consistently completing quality projects on time.  Accio continues to provide 24/7 reactive and pre-planned FM maintenance support across the HSS estate nationwide.

Danny Sisson, Operations Director at Accio Consult and Construct said, “We are delighted to have completed yet another high quality, rapid turnaround project for HSS. They are a longstanding and much valued client, and we are proud of our continued role in their rolling programme of branch upgrades nationwide. The HSS contract is the perfect way for us to showcase the quality and versatility of our construction work, which we continue to deliver on behalf of several high-profile clients around the UK.”