Whether you need a forklift for a day, a few weeks or a longer-term requirement, Dench Forklifts can provide a practical hire or lease solution.
We offer electric, LPG and diesel forklifts to suit different workplaces, workloads and applications. Our hire machines are serviced and safety-checked, with delivery and pickup available to make getting the right equipment on site straightforward.
From short-term jobs and seasonal demand to ongoing business requirements, we can help you find a forklift that fits the job and your budget.
Ideal for one-off jobs, seasonal demand, temporary projects, breakdown cover or when you need extra lifting capacity. Hire a forklift for the period you need it without committing to a long-term arrangement.
A practical option when you need a forklift on an ongoing basis but don’t want to purchase a machine outright. Long-term hire provides access to reliable equipment while keeping your capital available for other parts of your business.
For businesses looking for a fixed-term solution, a forklift lease can provide dependable equipment with predictable monthly costs. Servicing can be included as part of the agreement, helping you budget for ongoing forklift maintenance.
We have a range of electric, LPG and diesel forklifts available for hire. Our equipment includes counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, stackers and pallet jacks, with options depending on your requirements and availability.
Versatile forklifts suitable for a wide range of indoor and outdoor lifting and material-handling work.
Designed for warehouse applications where manoeuvrability and higher-level pallet storage are important.
A practical option for lighter-duty material handling and stacking applications, particularly where working space is limited.
Manual and electric pallet jacks for moving pallets and goods around warehouses, stores and loading areas.
If you’re unsure which type of forklift is right for your job, talk to us about your requirements and we’ll help you find a suitable option.
Designed for outdoor and uneven surfaces, all terrain forklifts are suited to construction sites, yards, farms and other demanding environments.
Based in Christchurch, Dench Forklifts provides forklift hire throughout Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region.
We can arrange delivery and pickup depending on the equipment, location and transport availability. We also regularly supply forklifts for businesses with temporary or ongoing requirements outside their usual location.
Whether you need a forklift in Christchurch, Rolleston, Rangiora, Ashburton or elsewhere in Canterbury, contact us to discuss availability and delivery options
With more than 50 years of experience in the forklift industry, we understand that businesses need reliable equipment and straightforward service.
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We’re a second-generation, family-owned forklift business and aim to provide practical advice rather than simply supplying a machine.
We have electric, LPG and diesel forklifts available, including counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, stackers and pallet jacks. Availability depends on your requirements and the equipment available at the time.
We offer flexible short-term hire as well as longer-term hire and lease options. Tell us how long you need the forklift and what you’ll be using it for, and we’ll discuss the most suitable option.
Yes. We can arrange delivery and pickup depending on the equipment, location and transport availability.
Hire rates depend on the type and capacity of forklift, the hire period and delivery requirements. Contact us with your requirements and we’ll provide a quote.
We aim to arrange delivery as quickly as possible, including same-day delivery where practical. This depends on equipment availability, your location and transport availability
Need a forklift in Christchurch or Canterbury? Contact Dench Forklifts to discuss your requirements, check availability and get a quote. We aim to arrange delivery as soon as possible, including same-day delivery where equipment and transport are available.
