The momentum continues at ARS — and we’re thrilled to introduce Casey Brabham as East Coast Regional Vice President. With more than 28 years in the equipment industry, Casey brings an unmatched perspective to the team. His background includes experience at a national rental company, time as the owner of an independent rental business, and […]
Jim Anderson Appointed President of ARS
Big things are happening at American Rental Services — and we are excited to announce a major milestone: Jim Anderson has officially stepped into the role of President. This isn’t just a title change — it’s a signal of what’s next. Jim brings a rare combination of strategic vision, financial expertise, and people-first leadership. With […]
HGAP Partners with ARS to Enter Re-Rental Market
American Rental Services (ARS), a growing re-rental company headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, has purchased a number of HGAP’s most powerful high- pressure portable compressors. ARS doesn’t use them itself; it is a re-rental company that makes equipment such as big booms and big reach telehandlers available to other rental companies, which then provides them to […]
Telehandler Suspended Load Hazards (Genie Safety Minute)
General Safety Tip-Over Hazards Traveling Placing the Load Genie Safety Minute is intended to facilitate health and safety discussions on the job site. For additional Genie Safety Minutes, visit https://www.genielift.com/en/aerialpros/. Always be sure to read your operator’s manual! Source: https://www.genielift.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/en/safety-minutes/telehandler-suspended-load-hazards.jpg American Rental Services focuses on sub-renting aerial high-lift equipment to rental companies throughout North America. Partner with American […]
Working Safely with Scissor Lifts (OSHA Hazard Alert)
Scissor lifts provide a safe and reliable platform for workers to perform job tasks when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. When not used properly, scissor lifts can present a serious hazard to workers. Employers are responsible for keeping workers safe. This Hazard Alert highlights specific hazards present in workplaces where scissor lifts are used […]
Maintenance Procedures for Genie Telehandlers: Maintenance Schedule & Inspection Report
Maintenance Schedule The maintenance procedures have been divided into subsections that include: Commissioning, Quarterly, Annually and Programmed maintenance intervals. The maintenance inspection report has been divided into general areas of the machine that include: Drive Chassis, Booms and Fork, Functions and Controls and Powertrain. Failure to perform these procedures may result in poor performance, component […]
Genie Safety Minute: Lifting A Boom & Scissor Lift
Always refer to the lifting instructions in the operator’s manual for the specific Genie mobile elevations work platform (MEWP) when lifting a boom or scissor lift. Operator’s manuals are found at https://www.genielift.com/en/support/manuals. Only qualified riggers should rig and lift the machine. Be sure the crane capacity, loading surfaces, and straps or lines are sufficient to […]
Industry Veterans Launch Aerial Re-Rental
When Ryan VanNest and Tom Saxelby combined their passion for and experience in the equipment rental industry in 2020 to form American Rental Services (ARS), a re-rental company with a specialized focus, the rental industry gained a valuable resource. These two industry veterans, whose relationships in the access industry span decades, saw an opportunity to […]