3 Essential Precautions for Hiring an Excavator

Posted on: 28 February 2019

If you are in need of an excavator, you should consider acquiring the earthmoving equipment from a specialist hire company. This solution is ideal and inexpensive if you are planning on conducting a short-term excavation project. In addition, it is a convenient option if you need expensive equipment for your operations and cannot afford to purchase. Here are some simple guidelines for hiring an excavator for your construction or other earthmoving operations. [Read More]

Mobile Cranes and Their Advantages

Posted on: 15 January 2019

Mobile cranes are basically cranes on truck carriers. These cranes are hydraulically powered and are mounted to allow them to be easily transported and used. They carry the advantage of requiring no setup or assembly and can be used for various applications. Mobile cranes can be transported without the requirement of fixed runways, making them a popular choice.  These are the main types of mobile cranes used in Australia: Hydraulically powered boom crane Pick and carry crane Lattice boom crane These mobile cranes can only be operated by licence holders who have undergone appropriate training to safely operate mobile cranes. [Read More]

Key Safety Areas an Earthmoving Equipment Hire Company Should Not Compromise

Posted on: 29 November 2018

If you own an earthmoving equipment hire company, safety should be a significant concern. Likewise, if you want to keep your employees, you want to make sure they are well protected and have access to quality equipment. The following include critical areas you need to focus on to ensure safety. Provision of Advice and Safety Checklists You need to make sure that the customer is given sufficient advice regarding the equipment they are hiring. [Read More]

Top 3 Things to Consider When Hiring a Crane Truck

Posted on: 23 September 2018

Imagine having the functionality of a standard crane and the mobility of a truck all being provided by the same equipment. Well, that's exactly what a crane truck offers you. A crane truck is essentially a tray-top with crane equipment mounted on it. This eliminates the limitation of having to operate your crane equipment from a fixed location but also makes it easier to move the equipment from one location to other locations where it may be needed. [Read More]