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Hi, my name is Richard, and I have an obsession with heavy construction equipment. It all began when I was just a little kid. My dad used to work in construction, and he would sometimes let me visit the site he was working on. I was fascinated by these giant machines that could lift impossible weights, dig massive holes and demolish buildings in the blink of an eye. Even though I didn't go on to work in the construction business myself, I follow the industry very closely. I decided to start a blog so I had somewhere to share my thoughts. I hope you enjoy reading it.

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What to Know about Mini Spider Cranes and Crane Hire

26 September 2019
 Categories: , Blog

When you are considering using a crane hire for smaller cranes, spider cranes may come to mind. If you have never considered these types of cranes or used them before, there are a few things you should know. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind about mini spider cranes, including what they can do for your worksite and how you can benefit from this type of option. 

Strength Limits

When you first look at mini spider cranes, you may think they will not hold up to your weight needs. The truth is a mini spider crane can hold up to 6 tonnes of weight. In some cases, higher weight limits are available depending on the manufacturer and model. This means that you can use a smaller crane for your needs, which will take up less room and still get the job done. If you have specific weight limits and issues you are concerned with, your crane hire contractor can help you determine which spider crane may be ideal and discuss the benefits with you.

Space Requirements

One of the issues you may be concerned with is needing a mini crane inside of a warehouse area. The concern may be that the crane will not fit into the space or that you will have to sacrifice too much space for the equipment. With a mini spider crane, you do not have this issue. This type of crane can move within confined spaces and takes up a smaller amount of space than a typical crane would. They can also move around the space easily to help with moving of inventory or other equipment as needed for your business.

Pick and Move

An option you may need specifically is a pick and move option. This could be to move inventory, pipes, or other construction equipment and materials. If you are in a confined space, finding a pick and move option may be difficult. A benefit of using the mini spider option is the ability to take up a small amount of space while still offering a pick and move crane option. You can also have it in expandable options that reach higher levels with telescoping abilities. 

If you think that a mini spider crane may be ideal for your needs, contact your local crane hire. They can help you with the type of cranes they have in stock. They can also help you with questions you have about the operation fof these cranes, rental options, extending the rental time and any associated fees with the rental contract. They can also help you with purchasing options if they have a used purchasing plan that may be suitable for your needs.