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United Rentals Highlights Equipment and Training Solutions That Support Jobsite Safety
STAMFORD, Conn., May 06, 2025--United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI), the world’s largest equipment rental company, today highlighted equipment, access control and jobsite safety solutions that help contractors protect their crews and worksites. These tools, combined with expert-led training through United Academy®, support safer, more efficient operations across every phase of a project.
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