Equipment rental company serving construction and industrial customers.
United Rentals, Inc., operating through its subsidiaries, is a prominent player in the equipment rental industry, offering a diverse range of rental solutions across two key segments: General Rentals and Specialty. The General Rentals segment provides a wide array of equipment tailored for construction and industrial purposes, including backhoes, skid-steer loaders, forklifts, earthmoving machinery, and material handling equipment. Additionally, it offers aerial work platforms such as boom and scissor lifts, along with general tools and light equipment essential for construction, manufacturing, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and governmental entities.
In the Specialty segment, United Rentals focuses on renting specialized construction products vital for various infrastructure projects. This includes trench safety equipment like trench shields and aluminum hydraulic shoring systems, as well as power and HVAC equipment such as portable diesel generators and temperature control systems. The segment also provides fluid solutions equipment for fluid containment, transfer, and treatment needs, along with mobile storage units and modular office spaces. Catering primarily to construction firms involved in infrastructure projects, municipalities, and industrial enterprises, United Rentals supports their operations with comprehensive rental solutions.
Beyond rentals, United Rentals engages in the sale of used equipment through multiple channels including its sales force, brokers, auctions, and direct sales to manufacturers. The company also offers a range of complementary services including repair, maintenance, and parts sales for customer-owned equipment. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, United Rentals operates an extensive network of 1,521 rental locations spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, positioning itself as a leading provider of equipment rental services globally.