Reliable Confined Space Solutions: How Sunbelt Rentals and Abtech Safety Support Workers Across the UK
When working in confined spaces, safety is non-negotiable. From utilities and construction to large-scale infrastructure projects, companies need access and egress solutions that meet the highest standards of compliance and reliability. Click to Learn How Sunbelt Rentals and Abtech Safety are supporting their customers
Sunbelt Rentals, a leading provider of specialist safety and communication equipment, partners with Abtech Safety to supply high-quality confined space access and egress solutions to work sites across the UK. Whether for rental or purchase, Abtech Safety’s equipment plays a key role in keeping workers safe while ensuring efficiency on the job.
Phil Hall, Business Development Manager at Sunbelt Rentals, shares why Abtech Safety is a go-to supplier for confined space solutions:
“Abtech are my go-to when recommending access/egress equipment for both Rental and Sales to our Customers. They are one of our trusted and valued Suppliers of Confined Space Access and Egress equipment within the Safety & Communications Business Unit.”
Meeting Diverse Customer Needs
Sunbelt Rentals supports a broad customer base, each with unique safety requirements. From three-point rescue harnesses and lanyards to Tuff Built Davit Systems, the right equipment must be available when and where it’s needed.
Phil explains:
“The Customers I interact with work across diverse industries, so the requirements change frequently, and I like to support with the full range of equipment they need – it could be something as simple as a three-point rescue harness and lanyard for Working with Powered Access, or a Long-Reach Bolt Down Davit System for work to be carried out on an older style Sewage Treatment Works.”
With an extensive rental fleet and sales inventory, Sunbelt Rentals ensures customers have fast access to the right solutions, whether for routine maintenance or complex infrastructure projects.
The Value of Quality Over Price
When sourcing confined space safety equipment, quality and compliance always come first. Sunbelt Rentals prioritises equipment performance, industry standards, and customer requirements before discussing costs.
“We will always listen to Customers and what their requirements are – once we have a handle on what they are looking to achieve, we will confirm the specification of the items. Assuming the equipment is suitable and in line with any Method/Risk Assessments, we’ll look at supply. Price then becomes secondary over quality and service.”
This aligns perfectly with Abtech Safety’s commitment to high standards. From tripods and winches to davit systems, every product is designed and tested to meet rigorous safety regulations, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
Danny Ramsay, Sales Director at Abtech Safety, highlights the long-standing relationship with Sunbelt Rentals:
“We’ve worked closely with Sunbelt Rentals for many years, ensuring their customers receive the best confined space access and rescue solutions available. Sunbelt’s commitment to safety, compliance, and customer service aligns perfectly with our values, making this partnership truly effective in delivering the right equipment for the job.”
Supporting Major Projects with the Right Equipment
As the UK moves into the next Asset Management Period (AMP) cycle, demand for confined space equipment is expected to grow — particularly for davit systems, which provide essential overhead anchorage for safe entry and retrieval.
Phil Hall explains the scale of supply in recent years:
“Regularly requested Rental items are the T3 Tripods, 15m TORQ Fall Arrest Retrieval Winches, Personnel Winches, three-point rescue harnesses and Tuff Built Davit Systems – as we move into the next AMP cycle I am fully expecting an increase in opportunities relating to Davit Systems, given the complexities of certain works packages. To add up the volume of these items over the last 5 years would be a mammoth task. I would guess there have been thousands of items supplied to Customers I work with - and that is a conservative estimate!”
From major infrastructure upgrades to everyday maintenance work, Abtech Safety’s equipment supports projects of all sizes — ensuring Sunbelt Rentals can meet customer demands efficiently.
Training and Technical Support: Beyond Equipment Supply
Access to the right equipment is only part of the equation. Customers also rely on expert guidance, demonstrations, and training to ensure they are using confined space solutions correctly and safely.
Phil recalls a recent example of how this hands-on support made an immediate impact:
“A member of the team from Abtech Safety recently supported us with a customer working at a location in the North of the UK… the customer was that impressed with the Demonstration of the equipment that an order was placed the next day! I’ll always speak with the Team at Abtech for guidance where needed… they’re always on hand to provide this and assist us in securing orders.”
At Abtech Safety, this level of ongoing support is a key part of the company’s service. Whether it’s product selection, on-site demonstrations, or training sessions, the team ensures that customers and end-users feel confident in their equipment choices.
A Strong Partnership for Safety and Compliance
For companies working in confined spaces, reliable equipment, expert support, and full compliance are essential. The partnership between Sunbelt Rentals and Abtech Safety ensures that businesses across the UK can access top-tier rental and purchase solutions backed by industry-leading service.
Whether you’re looking for confined space access equipment, fall protection solutions, or expert guidance, Sunbelt Rentals and Abtech Safety are here to help.
Contact Sunbelt Sales today or call 01832770883 find the right Abtech Safety equipment for your next project.