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We are leading manufacturers and distributors of a range of on-site equipment through our brands, ArcGen Hilta, SMC, Alcon pumps and TW Pressure Washers. We have bases in the West Midlands, Lincolnshire and Scotland and we supply lighting towers, generators, water pumps and pressure washers for a range of industries from petro-chemical to quarrying and mining. We have a reputation for quality products and more importantly, a first class service.

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Who we are

ArcGen was founded in 1973 and has developed an enviable reputation for providing high quality products with dedicated sales and aftersales service. 

In 2006 ArcGen was acquired by Morris & Co., a long established business with strong entrepreneurial vision and a portfolio of companies across a range of business sectors.

ArcGen acquired Hilta Plant, a leading manufacturer and importer of water pumps and pressure washers and in March 2008 ArcGen Hilta was launched. Further expansion in 2010, lead to the acquisition of lighting tower manufacturer SMC Light & Power Ltd based in Lincolnshire.

Through our brands, ArcGen Hilta and SMC, we continue to build and strengthen our quality product and service reputation.

ArcGen Hilta was voted Best Place to Work in the construction industry in 2009, and we take pride in the development of our team. The Contract Journal awards received a record number of entries and ArcGen Hilta was awarded the Gold award.

 

Our  full product range now covers:-

  • Arc Gen Welder Generators
  • Hilta Pumps
  • TW Pressure Washers
  • Allmand Tower Lights
  • BBA Pumps
  • Denyo Generators
  • Addco Variable Message Signs
  • Rehm Welding Equipment
  • SMC Lighting Towers
  • Alcon Pumps

 

We focus on supplying our products to a variety of industries as well as the rental industry with whom we partner. The key industries that we focus on are:-

 

  • Rental Industry
  • Petro  Chemical Industry
  • Welding Sector
  • Rail Network Services
  • Construction Industry
  • Events and Events Management
  • Traffic Management
  • Quarrying & Mining
  • Dewatering and Waste Management
  • Emergency Response

                 

 

ArcGen Hilta’s objective is to be the preeminent supplier of quality equipment to our chosen markets.

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Customer Reviews

Your business is valuable to us and we very much value your views and opinions.

"Many thanks, once again much appreciated, you have pulled this one out of the bag and it goes a long way with myself & Speedy."
Glenn Wrench, Speedy Services

 

"I have been dealing with ArcGen for some time now and usual deal with Steve in parts dept. In time dealing with me has a very good attitude & knowledge of the equipment. Always deals with queries quickly and effectively. A pleasure to do business with. I also deal your SMC division and again always receive excellent service & knowledge of products again always a pleasure to do business with both real assets to your company."

Mohino Shahid (Moe), Hewden Stuart PLC

 

"I would just like to say what a pleasure it was to have dealt with Chris. His knowledge, response time and attitude were second to none and made My job a lot easier. He is a credit to Your Company. Many thanks."
Steve Martin, Depot Manager, 0173-Barrow, Speedy

 

"Discovered ArcGen's products at SED 2008. Service and technical advice has always been outstanding, even before I purchased."
Paul Chilton, Bromley Council

 

"Very reliable for our hire fleet, excellent return"
Trevor Goodwin, Already Hire 

 

"Once the ArcGen name is known to our clients, there is no turning back"
Ian Leppard, The Hireman 

 

"Very reliable, quietest generator on the market. Excellent quality equipment."
Dave Cunningham, Murphy Group 

 

"Thank you for your most excellent (as always) service...You are so marvelous"
Lucy Doughty, Immingham - Rental Manager

 

"We are very happy with the level of service we receive from Alan 1st class."
Gordon McDonald, Palmaris Plant Hire

 

"I've mainly used your company for technical support and parts for my generator. It's good to get such technical advice as there are few companies that are willing to give such advice. I bought my machine from a plant sale 3-4 years ago. I've always had excellent service and help fault finding when I've had problems." Anon

 

"GOOD AFTERSALES / TECHNICAL BACKUP. I FOUND YOUR FITTERS/SERVICE PEOPLE VERY HELPFUL. THEY SERVICED OUR GENI WELDER AND WERE VERY INFORMATIVE." Anon

 

"Having used the Arc Gen product for over ten years we believe it to be a very reliable machine in whatever model with very good back up."  Anon

 

"EASY TO WORK AND RELIABLE"  Anon

 

"GOOD ALL ROUND SERVICE."

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