Through the We are Simeri- blog series you get to dive deeper into the Simeri crew and their life. Over the years, Simeri has grown from a one-man business to an organization with over 70 employees around Finland and Estonia. Our smiling faces can be found online, but who actually are we? Last week you got to know Janina and today you can read more about Antti. Come and get to know our dreams and hidden talents!

Antti: Sales and Marketing Director

After 10 years of working elsewhere, Antti returned to Simeri in April 2020 as Sales and Marketing Director. Before coming back he worked at Europes largest machine rental company as Product Director. After many years , Antti longed for an innovative, diverse and flexible working environment, so returning to Simeri felt great. “Although the number of people in the company has multiplied, I can still see many of the same faces. This is a reflection of employee wellbeing. Simeri’s extraordinary spirit can also still be sensed*, Antti comments. Alatalo, whom a customer has once called a ‘whimsical character’, spends his leisure time on a boat or with his friends, family and his dog Hilma.

What is your favourite thing about Simeri?
The pleasant and relaxed atmosphere and fun workmates. We have a spirit of getting things done.

Tell us something most people don’t know about you:
I enjoy cleaning!

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?
Someplace warm where I can walk on a sandy beach.

What is your most important tool at work?
My mouth. How else would I sell all these access platforms?

Tell us a dream of yours you want to achieve:
I want to learn how to sail and take a long sailing trip to the Mediterranean Sea.

If you were not a Sales and Marketing Director, what would you do for a living?
I would be a Captain!

What is your current favourite food?
My mum’s meatballs.

Have you developed any new skills or hobbies since the coronavirus?
I’ve learned to avoid people. A very important skill.

Now you know more about Antti. Stay tuned as new blogs for this series comes out every week!

Contact Antti

Antti Alatalo
Sales and Marketing Director
antti.alatalo@simeri.fi
+358 40 777 1320

Through the We are Simeri- blog series you get to dive deeper into the Simeri crew and their life. Over the years, Simeri has grown from a one-man business to an organization with over 70 employees around Finland and Estonia. Our smiling faces can be found online, but who actually are we? Last week you got to know Carmen and today you can read more about Janina. Come and get to know our dreams and hidden talents!

Janina: Billing

Originally a Travel Councellor by profession, Janina has worked at Simeri for 10 years. “I once came here as a temporary part-time employee and here I still am 10 years later”, Janina laughs. Janina went on maternity leave for two years and returned to a much fuller house- 7 times more people than before she left! “We had a lot of fun with our small group of employees before, but now it is even more enjoyable with a big crew”, Janina smiles. In her spare time, Janina spends time with friends, family and her dog, Rox.

What is your favourite thing about Simeri?
Other people, of course! 😊

Tell us something most people don’t know about you:
I have played handball for 15 years on a national level.

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?
Iceland! It is on my bucket list. I want to swim in the hot springs.

What is your most important tool at work?
Buy a small holiday home somewhere abroad.

Tell us a dream of yours you want to achieve:
My phone, probably.

If you did not work in billing, what would you do for a living?
I would work in the travel industry 😊

What is your current favourite food?
A good chicken pasta of some sort.

Have you developed any new skills or hobbies since the coronavirus?
I have spent a lot of time outdoors and just bought myself a pair of skis so I get to go skiing again!

Now you know more about Janina. Stay tuned as new blogs for this series comes out every week!

Contact Janina

Janina Seijo
Billing
janina.seijo@simeri.fi
+358 40 843 3092

Snorkel is a strong and stable European manufacturer of aerial work platforms that puts emphasis on quality and after sales marketing. The Snorkel-brand is known for its functionality, safety and user friendliness. All Snorkel-platforms are built to last, but each model series has its specific qualities that make it ideal for a particular task. The wide selection includes aerial work platforms from 4 meters all the way to 66 meters of working height with a variety of qualities. That is why it is important to understand which model series and platform fits your needs the best.

For Breathtaking Height

Snorkel’s selection’s newcomer, 2100SJ Mega Boom is the largest self-propelled boom lift in the world! This aerial work platform can reach a breathtaking working height of 66 meters. Its maximum horizontal reach is also an impressive 30,5 meters with a 9,1 meter jib boom. Due to its amazing reach this platform is suitable for the biggest, highest jobs possible and still guarantees a safe and user-friendly experience.

Check out more information on the Snorkel 2100SJ Mega Boom from this video.

For Small Spaces

Snorkel’s smaller aerial work platforms are a more efficient alternative to more traditional solutions such as ladders and scaffolds.

These handy, user friendly scissor lifts are suitable for jobs of smaller heights and are available as either push arounds, like S3006P or self-propelled ones, like S3010E mini scissor lifts. They fit through standard doorways and are extremely lightweight.

Snorkel’s TM- and UL-mast lifts are also suitable for a wide variety of needs and working conditions. The lifts in the TM-series are self-propelled, easy and most of all, safe machines to use. Push around mast lifts, such as the UL25, UL32 and UL40 are a cost efficient, compact and quick solution for indoor work, especially sensitive flooring such as that of a gymnasium.

For Rough Terrain

If you are in need of some momentum for rough terrain, the RT-series offers excellent performance due to its diesel engine. Snorkel’s diesel fueled scissor lifts are equipped with a 4-wheel drive and adapt to the roughest of working conditions. Snorkel’s large scissor lifts are suitable for all kinds of jobs with a working height between 6 and 21 meters.

The large scissor lifts are also available with bi-energy and lithium technology, such as the S2770BE and SL26- and 30RTE. These could be the choice for you if you are looking for a more cost efficient and quiet option for your worksite. The SL26RTE in particular is known for its excellent stability even on the most uneven surfaces due to its automatic self levelling. Its roll-out deck extension helps reach all kinds of difficult spots.

If possible, get an environmentally friendly aerial work platform and support sustainable development in the industry.

For Electric Needs

Electric scissor lifts are a traditional concept with a future’s innovative twist. These lifts are cost efficient and risk free to own with Snorkel’s excellent terms of warranty. Snorkel’s electric scissor lifts are built from durable steel and quality components, and simple to use. The diverse selection of lifts includes heights between 3-12 meters. All platforms are quiet, zero emission and most importantly, safe and easy to operate.

Simeri Oy and Snorkel Lift

Simeri Oy is the official importer and factory authorized service provider of Snorkel Lift platforms in Finland and Estonia. Simeri has also signed a Green Deal agreement and therefore strives to reduce the amount of emission released from aerial work platforms. Environmentally friendly machines have become more popular and their demand is experiencing rapid growth in the industry, so get yours from Simeri! You can find more information of these platforms at www.snorkellifts.com.

More Information on Simeri’s Selection of Snorkel Aerial Work Platforms:

Tommi Kolehmainen
Sales, coo
tommi.kolehmainen@simeri.fi
+358 20 770 5811
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Antti Alatalo
Sales Director
antti.alatalo@simeri.fi
+358 40 777 1320
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Through the We are Simeri- blog series you get to dive deeper into the Simeri crew and their life. Over the years, Simeri has grown from a one-man business to an organization with over 70 employees around Finland and Estonia. Our smiling faces can be found online, but who actually are we? Last week you got to know Elli and today you can read more about Carmen. Come and get to know our dreams and hidden talents!

Carmen: Inspections/Servicing

Carmen is from New Jersey, USA, but has lived in Finland full time for 10 years now. “I must have taken a wrong turn and ended up here”, Carmen laughs. He has worked at Simeri for 15 years! He began working at Simeri before he even moved to Finland full time, and only spent parts of the year on this side of the globe. Carmen usually goes home at least 1 or 2 times a year to New Jersey, but due to the coronavirus he hasn’t been able to go home for a while. In his spare time Carmen would like to go surfing, but it is too cold for that at the moment. His favourite thing about Finland is its beautiful nature and he spends a lot of time outdoors on daily walks with his dog Lilly.

What is your favourite thing about Simeri?
Every job is different. The guys are also cool to work with!

Tell us something most people don’t know about you:
I went to university and I play baseball.

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now where would it be?
To New Jersey to see my Family and go surfing.

Tell us one dream of yours you want to achieve at some point in your life:
I want to move to Hawaii.

What tool do you use the most in your daily routine at work?
My head

If you were not an inspector what would you do for a living?
I would be a carpenter.

What is your current favourite food?
Philly Cheese Steak.

Now you know more about Carmen. Stay tuned as new blogs for this series comes out every week!

Through the We are Simeri- blog series you get to dive deeper into the Simeri crew and their life. Over the years, Simeri has grown from a one-man business to an organization with over 70 employees around Finland and Estonia. Our smiling faces can be found online, but who actually are we? Last week you got to know Timo and today you can read more about Elli. Come and get to know our dreams and hidden talents!

Elli: Marketing Assistant

Elli started her job in October 2020 as the newest addition to the Simeri crew. The young woman graduated from university in Scotland in the Summer and moved back to Finland due to the effects of Covid-19. After 10 years of living abroad, the decision to move home came naturally. Being closer to family and the beautiful nature had been in Elli’s mind for a while already. Finding a job in her own field made the decision to move to Espoo easy. “In this world state, finding a job felt impossible. I’m grateful that Simeri gave me the opportunity to show them what I can do”, Elli comments. “I enjoy my job very much! Every day is different and there is never a boring moment”, she continues.

What is your favourite thing about Simeri?
The other employees. Since my first day, I felt at home and everyone is super nice!

Tell us something most people don’t know about you:
I played the clarinet when I was younger. Music is still very close to my heart, but the instrument has taken a backseat.

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?
If there was no coronavirus, I would go to the Arab Emirates to see my best friend and enjoy the sunshine.

What is your most important tool at work?
I would say my phone. I take a crazy number of photos for marketing purposes and I often update Simeri’s social media platforms on my phone. I also write down ideas I come up with in the middle of the night so I remember them in the morning.

Tell us a dream of yours you want to achieve:
I want to travel the world as much as possible! For example, I would love to spend more time in East-Asia and learn about the cultures in the area.

If you were not a Marketing Assistant, what would you do for a living?
I’d probably be a sociologist. I studied sociology intensively in high school and I find it very interesting! It’s a good thing the same research can also be used for marketing purposes in many ways.

What is your current favourite food?
On cold Winter days I love a good blended vegetable soup. It’s so easy to make and super delicious. Here’s a tip: Add some ginger and coconut cream and thank me later!

Have you developed any new skills or hobbies since the coronavirus?
I bought myself a ukulele and have been playing it for a few months now. It has become my favourite way to spend my spare-time.

Now you know more about Elli. Stay tuned as new blogs for this series comes out every week!

Contact Elli

Elli Repo
Marketing
elli.repo@simeri.fi
+358 41 315 7586

Through the We are Simeri- blog series you get to dive deeper into the Simeri crew and their life. Over the years, Simeri has grown from a one-man business into an organization with over 70 employees around Finland and Estonia. Our smiling faces can be found online, but who actually are we? Come and get to know our dreams and hidden talents!

Timo: Head of Services

To start the series off, we have Timo, our Head of Services. A machine man inside out, Timo has worked at Simeri for 7 years now. He has lived in Honkajoki, Finland his entire life and therefore has been brought up around all kinds of machinery. “We had lots of machines in the family as well, so we would drive and fix them up from a young age. They were a part of all the kids’ lives in Honkajoki”, Timo smiles. Currently a father of 7 children, he also coaches the Kankaanpää Polar Bear Juniors ice hockey team and exercises diversely. He is quite the superman!

What is your favourite thing about Simeri?
All the satisfied customers.

Tell us something most people don’t know about you:
I have trained to become an official ice hockey coach.

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?
Somewhere up North in Finland to go hiking for a couple of weeks.

Tell us a dream of yours you want to achieve:
Probably travelling around the world.

What is your most important tool at work?
My car, lap top and mobile phone.

If you were not the Head of Services, what would you do for a living?
It would still have to be something to do with machines or maybe coaching.

What is your current favourite food?
Meatballs and mashed potatoes.

Have you developed any new skills or hobbies since the coronavirus?
I bought myself a Fat Bike and driven around the hiking trails and forests. At winter time, in addition to cross country skiing, I have also done some snowshoeing.

Now you know more about Timo. Stay tuned as new blogs for this series come out every week!

Contact Timo

Timo Kiviluoma
Head of Services
timo.kiviluoma@simeri.fi
+358 20 770 5806

Founded in Joensuu in the 1990s, Vatupassi Törmälä Oy is a machine rental company already operating in 5 areas in Finland. It is also one of Simeri’s long-term clients. Vatupassi is a well-known and trusted family company that invests in every employee’s wellbeing and proficient customer service.

Employees First

Vatupassi believes that only employees who feel well, can provide the best customer service in the industry. In fact, the company takes care of its staff like they are family. “We don’t believe in hierarchies. Instead, our employees are a part of the family”, says Vatupassi’s website. In addition to comprehensive occupational health care and professional insurance, Vatupassi also offers sales, fitness and non-smoking bonuses, and makes sure employees enjoy being at work. Visiting the store is a pleasant experience and the staff always have time for their customers.

The Best Machine Rental Company in Europe

Vatupassi was granted an award for the best small machine rental company in Europe from a pool of 80 other candidates, at the European Rental Awards- gala. The decision was made on the grounds of continuous, systematic investment in flexible customer service, staff welfare, overall responsibility and successful growth in turnover.

Controlled growth requires successful partnerships and an open mindset. “A strong customer-oriented approach, motivated employees, reliable partners and a pinch of luck- That is what our growth story consist of”, states Jarkko Tarnanen, the Operative Director of Vatupassi.

Vatupassi and Simeri

Vatupassi has acquired over a hundred used and brand-new aerial work platforms from Simeri over the years. “We focus our investments so that there is a maximum of two different machine manufacturers under one category”, Jarkko Tarnanen says.

Simeri’s aerial work platform maintenance services are also essential for Vatupassi. “We as a machine rental company are responsible for the operability of our customers’ machinery. In other words, due to Simeri’s reliability we can shift some of the responsibility on them to make sure the equipment works”, Jarkko smiles. “Our companies have grown side by side with a humble and flexible attitude and great respect for one another”, he continues.

The newest addition to Vatupassi’s aerial work platform portfolio is the Genie SX 135XC cherry picker. With a 6-meter jib-boom and 454 kg moveable load, there will surely be a lot of use for this platform! Acquiring the new Genie SX 135XC was in Jukka’s mind from last fall of 2020 and with the growing demand the decision to get it was made. “With this aerial work platform we can meet the demand, especially in the Oulu area, but these rubber tyres can go all over Finland if needed”, Jarkko mentions.

Covid-19 Does Not Slow Down

Although the Coronavirus is affecting the whole world, Vatupassi is yet to see its effects on anything other than the development of its processes to operate responsibly in such an unprecedented situation. “We are not in fear of declining business and have not pressed the panic button” says Jarkko with a twinkle in his eye.