Cranes have long become a staple item for almost all manufacturing businesses in Australia. However, due to their hefty price tag, they're often not cost-effective for many small-medium businesses. Because of this, crane hire has become increasingly popular with construction companies around the country.
Ranging from the smaller 1-2t cranes, all the way up to the large 300t+ models, crane hire companies have a huge range of models that cater to almost every kind of job. All terrain cranes are a popular choice for any outdoor work that isn't in a 'traditional' worksite. These cranes are usually built to be a little more rugged and come with specialised tyres that can handle rougher terrain that other models can't.
Another popular choice for crane hire is the franna crane. Mobile cranes that can be driven on the road, these machines are designed to be able to move loads in a large radius around the crane. Making them a perfect choice for picking up and moving loads back and forth in a select area.
Probably the most common hire crane on the market, truck cranes (also called truck mounted cranes) are basically just a crane mounted on the back of a truck. These models are ideal for many small businesses as they can be easily maneuvered by anyone that can drive a truck, and are simple to get in and out of worksites of almost any shape and size.
An often overlooked kind of crane is the mini crane. Somewhat of a niche for smaller construction or renovation companies, these smaller cranes are great for lifting construction materials in tight spaces (like the entryway of a house). Not all crane hire companies will have these smaller models in their fleet, so make sure you contact them in advance to arrange hire for them.
If no one on your team is qualified to drive a crane, you'll need to consider wet hire. Companies that offer wet hire will have a team of drivers who are fully trained and qualified to operate their fleet in almost all work conditions.
Wet hire is usually more expensive than dry hire (just the crane, no operator) but it's often the best option for small or medium businesses that may not have staff trained in crane operation. Much like mini cranes, this isn't always offered by every company so make sure you check before booking your crane.
Whether you're looking to hire a mini crane to help move materials in a renovation, or need a massive 350t to assist in a commercial building construction project, crane hire companies have a huge range of available machines that are well-maintained and equipped to handle any project you throw at it.
