Neil Ashton Joins APS as New Service Manager

Access Platform Sales (APS), the UK’s leading provider of new and used access equipment and material handling solutions, is pleased to welcome Neil Ashton as their new Service Manager.

With 37 years of experience in the plant and access industry, Neil brings a wealth of knowledge to his new position. He spent 11 successful years at Versalift United Kingdom Limited, starting as a Product Support Manager in 2013. His strong performance and leadership were recognised and Neil was promoted to Head of Aftersales in 2020 where he contributed significantly to enhancing aftersales operations and customer support.

Neil Ashton Shares His Thoughts on the New Role:

“I am very much looking forward to growing the APS Aftercare business and working with some legends in the access world”.

APS strives to maximise customer safety, uptime and the highest standards of customer service. Under Neils leadership, APS will continue to build on these values ensuring the APS Aftercare sector delivers excellence across all areas of aftersales by providing its customers with responsive national support and a trusted reliable service that customers can depend on.

Andy Bray, Managing Director of APS commented:

“I am delighted to welcome Neil as our new Service Manager.  Having worked with Neil before, I know first hand the value he brings; deep industry knowledge, IPAF involvement and a highly respected individual within the Access Sector.  Neil is a great appointment, and has proven experience to drive the sustainable growth of our Aftercare proposition”.

About Access Platform Sales and APS Aftercare:

APS specialise in providing innovative solutions for working at height and have a comprehensive nationwide network with a strong reputation for reliability. APS have supported customers for over 25 years with a full range of access equipment services that covers an array of industries, offering equipment sales and a dedicated aftercare team.  The APS Aftercare sector offers machine maintenance through regular servicing, LOLER inspections, emergency breakdown assistance, IPAF operator training and the repair or refurbishment of equipment. Maximising safe operation and uptime for their customers is at the heart of APS.