What type of mobile crane should you choose to hire for your next project?

Cranes are versatile pieces of machinery that are utilised in the lifting and moving of heavy and awkward objects on a construction site, in warehouses and manufacturing, for glazing, landscaping or in a variety of other applications. A mobile crane has the advantage of being able to be moved to the exact position that the crane is required, leading to efficiencies for the project and a greater ease of use. Pick up and carry mobile cranes require virtually no setup or permits, pose fewer risks and disrupt the worksite far less than their more traditional counterparts. Mobile cranes also take up far less space on the worksite than larger fixed cranes and can be moved within the worksite to be used in different ways or for multiple purposes. Hiring a mobile crane is a cost-effective option as you can hire a crane for only the time it is needed in the project, saving valuable budget.

To work out what is the best crane for your next project, take a look at some of the most popular types of mobile cranes in the Lindores Mobile Crane fleet that can help you with any project you may have in the Greater Brisbane region.


Spider Crane
A spider crane is a versatile type of mini crane that is characterised by its spider-like legs that can be manoeuvred into difficult situations and stabilised on uneven terrain.  Whilst spider cranes are small in size they can be used to lift various weights depending on the size of the crane, making them a very versatile crane hire choice.


Crawler Crane
A crawler crane, as the name suggests, can move on a variety of different terrains using caterpillar crawler tracks. This type of crane is especially useful in landscaping, domestic construction and any situation where there may be difficult ground surfaces such as soft soils, football fields, tennis courts or any surface requiring extra care. There are some mini cranes with crawler tracks that can be an option should width or weight of the machinery be a consideration for the project.


Slewing Crane
The heavy-duty components of the Lindores crane hire fleet is the Slewing Cranes. Ranging from 30 to 100-tonne capacity, the slewing mechanism of the crane allows for both simple and more complex lifts. Slewing cranes are known for their safety and precision on the worksite. To operate a slewing crane in Queensland, you require a specific high-risk work licence. At Lindores, we have staff with the appropriate licensing, including VOC Certificates (Verification of Competency Certificates),  and experience in slewing crane operation to ensure the safety of your load and your worksite.