4 Reasons Why Preston Hire’s Mini Cranes are the Best Solution for HVAC and Roofing Projects
Need to lift a Heating and Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) unit to a seemingly inaccessible area or to hoist tiles or shingles to a roof for replacement? HVAC and roofing projects can pose many challenges, particularly those in multi-storey residences or commercial settings. Enter the mini crane! You can count on Preston Hire to supply you with heavy lifting equipment that will guarantee precise, safe, and efficient air conditioning unit installation and the quick hoisting of materials for roof renovations or replacement.
From their versatility to their compact size, allow us to outline four reasons why mini crane hire is critical to the safe and timely completion of HVAC installation and roofing projects.
Getting the job done safely is always the number one priority when it comes to construction or installation jobs. HVAC units are hefty and cumbersome, making the manual process of hoisting and manoeuvring them into place fraught with safety risks. In certain cases, such as commercial or other multi-level buildings, manual installation is not even an option, with these massive heating and cooling units weighing thousands of kilograms. Using specialist lifting equipment like a mini crane significantly reduces the risk of injury to personnel and streamlines the process, aiding timely project completion.
Likewise, these machines make short work of hoisting the required materials for roof renovations or replacement jobs. Although these machines are compact with a small footprint, Preston Hire’s mini crane fleet can lift heavy loads to significant heights. For instance, our Maeda MC815C can lift loads up to 2.39 tons to an impressive height of 19.6m. Without the need to manually carry materials, roofing projects are completed in a fraction of the time and reduce the potential for staff injuries.
City landscapes are characterised by narrow passageways, closely packed buildings, and limited access areas, making HVAC installations and lifting roofing material particularly tricky in urban centres. A mini crane’s ability to fit in narrow spaces, however, enables easy manoeuvring and the possibility of lifting an air conditioning unit or other materials straight to the roof. The extendable legs of these heavy lifters provide extra stability when hoisting loads in smaller spaces. These outriggers can also be conveniently folded up, allowing a mini crane to fit through doorways or other tight spaces that most cranes cannot.
Mini crane hire is a cost-effective solution as it ensures that your HVAC or roofing projects are completed as efficiently and quickly as possible, reducing labour costs. The added safety benefits of using a crane for lifting over manual labour also reduces the risk of costly personnel, building, or equipment injury. Their versatility and manoeuvrability can also provide savings as a mini crane typically negates the need for scaffolding or other additional equipment.
The meticulous engineering of modern cranes enables them to perform precise lifts with pinpoint accuracy. This ensures that HVAC units or roofing materials are safely and exactly placed, reducing the potential to cause damage to surrounding equipment or property or to the HVAC unit or roofing materials themselves.
Final thoughts
Preston Hire’s mini crane fleet offers a range of specialist lifting equipment in varying sizes and specifications, meaning you can COUNT ON US for all your HVAC installation and roofing project needs. The possibilities are endless with our impressive SuperCrane™ range. Interested in hiring one of our mini cranes? Give us a call on 1800 440 550 or you can contact us through our website.
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