# Essential Hire Gear For Winter

- **Type:** Tradie Guide

Getting up for work on a cold winter morning can be tough; we can’t change that. However, working during winter can be easier, more efficient, safer and more comfortable with the right hire equipment. Winter work gear comes in many different shapes and sizes, but it’s all meant to make working as a tradie during winter better.

Yes, it is important that you’re rugged up with thick socks and a beanie, but in this blog, we’ll instead explore the essential equipment hire, tool hire, and machine hire for winter. Here’s what we’ll go over

[Industrial heaters](#1-industrial-heaters)

[Pumps](#2-pumps)

[Lighting](#3-lighting)

[Covered trailer and tarpaulin](#4-covered-trailer-and-tarpaulin)

[Generators](#5-generators)

Let’s go!

## 1. Industrial heaters

![VAL6 Heaters from NAPA Auto Parts - 30 seconds - YouTube](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7M0y-W_dI1E/hqdefault.jpg?width=1325&height=994&mode=max)

One of the biggest challenges for a tradie working on site during winter is the effects of the cold temperature. This is not just the case for people working outside, but work sites that are indoors as well. Industries that feel the effects of the cold, so to speak include:

- Construction
- Civil
- Construction
- Landscaping
- Painting and decorating

The winter temperatures bring a range of challenges and work site hazards. Luckily, [hiring an industrial heater](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters.md) can address some of these issues.

### Why a heater is useful to have on-site

Sure, [it’s important that tradies are working at a comfortable temperature](https://www.sitesafe.org.nz/guides--resources/practical-safety-advice/working-in-winter/), but the cold can also hinder your work. For painters, the cold and damp weather can make it difficult to warm and dry what they're working on. For other industries like construction, damp conditions can slow down and even stop tradies from progressing to the next stage of a job.

This is where the humble heater comes in. Or, more importantly, where the heater and dehumidifier combo comes in. Using a [heater](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters.md) and [dehumidifier](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/dehumidifiers.md) in unison on-site helps dry out your work site efficiently more efficiently after wet weather.

![Biemmedue Industrial Dehumidifier 80L | YRCO](https://www.yrco.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/DR310_web.jpg?width=1908&height=1431&mode=max)

### Safety considerations for using an industrial heater

When using an industrial heater on the work site, it is vital to do so safely. Each heater you hire from Hirepool will come with its own unique safety instructions, but generally, industrial heater safety tips are broken into pre-start checks and guidelines for operating.

#### Pre-start safety checks

Before you even turn on your heater, it’s essential to get your safety ducks in a row. Common safety checks and general advice includes:

- Ensure the machine has a current electrical tag
- If diesel or petrol operated, make sure the tank is full
- Secure the heater when transporting it so that there is no damage to the conical insulator inside
- Don’t place the heater in the area of explosives or easily flammable materials
- Don’t position the heater too close to areas of high foot traffic
- Don’t touch the machine once it’s going. It’ll be very hot

#### Safety considerations while operating

Once your heater is up and running, keep safety top of mind. You can do this by:

- Not keeping the heater where there are flammable materials such as stirred up wood or dust
- Making sure the heater is always three meters from obstructions
- Only using a heater on the ground floor
- Ensuring your heater is always in a well-ventilated area to supply enough oxygen for perfect combustion
- Adjusting the angle of the heater as required
- Ensuring the heater is switched off and properly cooled down before moving around the site

When you hire a heater from Hirepool, it will come with its own unique safety tips and instructions for use. In saying that, many of these rules are the same across the board.

### The range of heaters at Hirepool

Hirepool has a [range of industrial heaters](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters.md) available depending on your industry and the size of your job. Each heater receives regular maintenance, so you know it’ll perform every time. The range at Hirepool includes:

- [Air Forced Air LPG 125000](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/453c-heater-forced-air-lpg-125000-btu.md) and [80000 btu](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/453b-heater-forced-air-lpg-80000-btu.md)

* [Electric Three Phase 15 kVa 400 V](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/454a-heater-electric-three-phase-15-kva-400-v.md)

+ [Electric Single Phase Radiant Infrared to 2.4kW](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/454b-heater-electric-single-phase-radiant-infrared-to-2-4kw.md)

- [Infrared Diesel 13000 btu VAL6](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/452b-heater-infrared-diesel-130000-btu-val6.md) and [70000 btu](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/452a-heater-infrared-diesel-70000-btu.md)

* [Infrared Diesel Odourless to 22kW](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/452f-heater-infrared-diesel-odourless-to-22kw.md)

+ [Infrared Patio Type LPG](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/456c-heater-infrared-patio-type-lpg.md)

- [Indirect Heater Diesel Ductable 175000 btu](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/452e-indirect-heater-diesel-ductable-175000-btu.md)

If you’d like any advice on which heater is best suited for your work site, reach out to [your local Hirepool team](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/branches.md).

## 2. Pumps

![The Basics of Submersible Pump Operation | Pumps & Systems](https://www.pumpsandsystems.com/sites/default/files/2020-01/weda-40-application-submersible-dewatering-pump980.jpg?width=1666&height=680&mode=max)[Source](https://www.pumpsandsystems.com/basics-submersible-pump-operation)

There are no two ways about it, [with winter comes more rain and regular bad weather](https://niwa.co.nz/climate/seasonal-climate-outlook). Yes, it’s no fun getting drenched while you’re working outside. But extra rainfall can also mean excess liquid build up on the work site. Luckily, [hiring a pump from Hirepool](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories.md) can help. A pump can help on a range of work sites, but most commonly, a pump can assist with tradies working in industries, including:

- Construction
- Landscaping
- Roading

A pump can assist with issues that can arise from having too much liquid build up on a work site.

### What a pump is useful to have on-site

If surface and subsurface waters are not properly collected and disposed of, it can lead to a costly headache and work site hazards. The process of dewatering is vital to prevent issues, including:

- Flooding
- Stress redistribution in soils and foundations
- Erosion
- Polluting nearby environments
- Negatively impacting worker health on the work site

As you can see, a pump is not only useful to have on-site, but it can be essential.

### The range of pumps at Hirepool

Hirepool has a [variety of pumps](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories.md) to suit the size of your work site and your particular industry.

#### Diaphragm pumps

![The Difference Between Diaphragm & Centrifugal Pumps? | My Generator](https://www.mygenerator.com.au/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Diaphragm3image2.jpg?width=1078&height=755&mode=max)[Source](https://www.mygenerator.com.au/blog/difference-between-centrifugal-pumps-diaphragm-pumps/)

A diaphragm pump is a positive displacements pump. The range at Hirepool includes:

- [Air Pump 50mm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/air-operated/127b-air-pump-diaphragm-50mm.md?addToCart), [Air Pump 75mm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/air-operated/127c-air-pump-diaphragm-75mm.md?addToCart)
- [Sludge Petrol 50mm 125-510 lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/diaphragm/496b-pump-diaphragm-sludge-petrol-50mm-125-510-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Sludge Petrol 75mm 250-333 lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/diaphragm/496c-pump-diaphragm-sludge-petrol-75mm-250-333-lpm.md?addToCart)

These pumps can be particularly helpful with fuels and oils if the diaphragm is right.

#### Trash pumps

Trash pumps are designed to separate debris and then eject liquid at the other end. At Hirepool, the trash pump range includes:

- [Silenced Diesel 100mm 2750 lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/centrifugal-trash/495g-pump-trash-silenced-diesel-100mm-2750-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Silenced Diesel 150mm 6333 lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/centrifugal-trash/495h-pump-trash-silenced-diesel-150mm-6333-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Centrifugal Petrol 100mm 2000 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/centrifugal-trash/495c-pump-centrifugal-petrol-100mm-2000-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Centrifugal Petrol 50mm 750 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/centrifugal-trash/495a-pump-centrifugal-petrol-50mm-750-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Centrifugal Petrol 75mm 1300 Lpm Petrol](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/centrifugal-trash/495b-pumps-centrifugal-75mm-1300-lpm-petrol.md?addToCart)

These pumps can help when there are small solids in the liquid you’re working with.

#### Submersible pumps

A submersible pump is made to go fully underwater to move liquid at high pressure. The Hirepool range includes:

- [Single Phase Electric 25 To 50mm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/490z-pump-submersible-single-phase-electric-25-to-50mm.md?addToCart)
- [Single Phase 50mm Max 12m Head](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/491a-pump-submersible-single-phase-50mm-max-12m-head-220-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Single Phase 50mm Max 9m Head 310LPM Auto](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/491b-pump-submersible-single-phase-50mm-max-9m-head-310lpm-auto.md?addToCart)
- [Single Phase 75mm Max 18m Head 900 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/491c-pump-submersible-single-phase-75mm-max-18m-head-900-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Three Phase 75mm 18-65m Head 500 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/492a-pump-submersible-three-phase-75mm-18-65m-head-500-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Three Phase 100mm 15-35m Head 1000 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/493a-pump-submersible-three-phase-100mm-15-35m-head-1000-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Three Phase 150mm 15m Head 2300 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/494a-pump-submersible-three-phase-150mm-15m-head-2300-lpm.md?addToCart)
- [Three Phase 200mm 15m Head 4000 Lpm](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories/submersible/494d-pump-submersible-three-phase-200mm-15m-head-4000-lpm.md?addToCart)

These pumps can also be handy for emptying a pool at home.

Due to the weather, a pump can be an essential piece of winter work gear. For help choosing the right pump for your work site, read our [helpful guide](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/trade/how-to-choose-the-right-pump-for-the-job.md). Otherwise, speak with [your local Hirepool team](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/branches.md).

## 3. Lighting

![Hirepool | Light Stand Set 500/1000W](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/hnzimegd/gid_344b.jpg?width=1543&height=1242&mode=max)

In winter, a combination of [shorter days](https://rasnz.org.nz/in-the-sky/sun-rise-and-set) and [bad weather](https://www.discovernewzealand.com/blog/nz-weather-and-climate-id-13) can lead to situations where there is less natural lighting on-site. You may want to avoid working after 5 pm, but sometimes needs must.

### Why adequate lighting is important on-site

When your work site isn’t lit properly, it can lead to work site hazards. Despite the obvious risks associated with not being able to see what you’re doing while using tools and machinery, lighting can also impact the work site in other ways, including:

- Slips, trips and falls
- Workers are far more productive when they can see what they’re doing
- A work site that’s lit adequately can also help to prevent unwanted trespassers

Thankfully, lighting during winter is made easy with work site lights from Hirepool.

### The range of lighting at Hirepool

Hirepool has a [range of lighting options](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting.md) and lighting accessories depending on your industry and the size of your work site. Options to brighten things up include:

- [Light Set 500/1000W](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/flood-lights/344a-light-set-500-1000w.md?addToCart)
- [Light Stand Set 500/1000W](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/flood-lights/344b-light-stand-set-500-1000w.md?addToCart)
- [Battery LED Work Light](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/flood-lights/344e-battery-led-work-light.md?addToCart)
- [Light Tower H.D Skid Base Battery Or Electric](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/light-towers-towable/345a-light-tower-h-d-skid-base-battery-or-electric.md?addToCart)
- [Light Tower Hydraulic Lift Towable 9m 4Kw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/light-towers-towable/345h-light-tower-hydraulic-lift-hybrid-towable-9m-4kw.md?addToCart)
- [Light Tower Hydraulic Lift Towable Diesel 10m 9Kw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/light-towers-towable/345g-light-tower-hydraulic-lift-towable-diesel-10m-9kw.md?addToCart)
- [Light Tower Hydraulic Lift Towable Diesel 9m 4Kw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/light-towers-towable/345d-light-tower-hydraulic-lift-towable-diesel-9m-4kw.md?addToCart)

![Hirepool | Light Tower Hydraulic Lift Hybrid Towable 9m 4Kw](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/qnbb4ote/345h-2.jpg)

There is also a range of [lighting accessories](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting/accessories.md) available, including chords and distribution boards. If you have any questions about which option is right for you, feel free to contact your [local Hirepool branch](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/branches.md).

## 4. Covered trailer and tarpaulin

The saying goes, when it rains, it pours. And in New Zealand, it can even snow from time to time. One of the more cut and dry ways to protect your work site and materials from adverse weather is to cover it all up. Hirepool offers covered trailer options and tarpaulins in different shapes and sizes.

### Why a covered trailer and tarpaulin are useful to have

Whether you’re a landscaper moving material around in the rain or a construction worker building outside, a covered [trailer](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/trailers.md) or [tarpaulin](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/building-renovation/tarpaulins.md) can be a real help. Although a [pump](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/pumps-accessories.md) can help remove moisture from your work site, sometimes it’s best to take a preventative approach.

### The range at Hirepool

To keep what’s important to you warm and dry, Hirepool has a variety of covered trailer and tarpaulin options for hire, including:

- [Furniture Trailer Single Axle](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/trailers/furniture-trailers/613a-furniture-trailer-single-axle.md)
- [Furniture Trailer Tandem Axle](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/trailers/furniture-trailers/613b-furniture-trailer-tandem-axle.md)
- [Trailer Shuttle Luggage Single Axle](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/trailers/transport-trailers/613c-trailer-shuttle-luggage-single-axle.md)
- [Tarpaulin 3.0 x 3.0m](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/building-renovation/tarpaulins/550a-tarpaulin-3-0m-x-3-0m.md)
- [Tarpaulin 6.0 x 6.0m](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/building-renovation/tarpaulins/550b-tarpaulin-6-0m-x-6-0m.md)
- [Tarpaulin 9.0 x 6.0m](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/building-renovation/tarpaulins/550d-tarpaulin-9-0m-x-6-0m.md)

![Hirepool | Tarpaulin 9.0m x 6.0m](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/media/iq1d1akr/gid_550d.jpg?width=1135&height=914&mode=max)

It’s easy to hire these items online and then pick them up from your nearest Hirepool branch. Read our handy guide for [everything you need to know about hiring a trailer](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/trade/everything-you-should-know-about-hiring-a-trailer.md).

## 5. Generators

Although a power generator can be useful to power equipment and tools all year round, a generator can be particularly beneficial during winter. Hirepool has a [variety to choose from](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/generators-power-distribution.md) when it comes to generator hire, depending on your needs.

### Why a generator is useful to have on-site

The uses for a generator on-site will vary depending on the industry. Generally, reasons why a generator is useful to have on-site, include:

- Bad weather can cut power to your work site
- You may need to power [lighting](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/lighting.md)
- You might need to power [electric heaters](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters/454a-heater-electric-three-phase-15-kva-400-v.md?addToCart)

Having power when and where you need it on the work site is essential to keep the job at hand moving along. I’m sure we don’t need to remind you that delays can cause an expensive headache.

### The range of generators at Hirepool

Whether diesel generator, electric generator, 3 phase generator or silent generator hire, Hirepool has various options to choose from. View the range of [single phase generators](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/generators-power-distribution/portable-single-phase-generators.md) and [three phase generators](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/generators-power-distribution/silenced-three-phase-generators.md) available on our website. We also have a selection of [generator accessories and cables](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/generators-power-distribution/generator-accesssories-cables.md).

## Frequently asked questions

Now that we’ve covered the essential hire gear for winter on-site, here are frequently asked questions about what we’ve covered today.

- How to keep warm in winter when working outside?

  Other than [hiring a heater](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products/equipment/cooling-heating-ventilation/heaters.md) from Hirepool, there are lots of different ways you can personally keep warm on the work site. Layered clothing, gloves and beanies are all good insulators.

* How do I keep my tools from freezing?

  In New Zealand, we have some [harsh morning frosts](https://about.metservice.com/our-company/learning-centre/frost/). In particular, power tools and pneumatic tools should never be left outside overnight to prevent damage.

## Ready to hire equipment for winter work?

With the right winter work gear from Hirepool, working on-site during winter can be safe and efficient. You can [book any of the gear we’ve mentioned in this blog online](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/products.md) now, or for tips on which winter hire gear is best suited for you, reach out to [your local Hirepool branch](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/branches.md). The Hirepool team are always happy to answer questions and offer advice. For more gear ideas to make working on-site easier, have a look at our [Hirepool trade hub](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/diy-hub.md) or read our guide that explores whether you [should hire or buy for your trade business](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/trade/should-you-hire-or-buy-gear-for-your-trade-business.md).

Source: https://www.hirepool.co.nz/guides/trade/essential-hire-gear-for-winter