Sany’s Universal appeal
Universal Cranes recently took delivery of a new Sany SCC3200T, 320 tonne capacity lattice boom crawler. It’s not the first Sany to be purchased by the company explains Ben Smith, National Operations manager.
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Working with a Tier One tyre supplier
With a commitment to stock availability and ensuring the correct tyres are fitted for the right applications, Bridgestone is a Tier One Tyre supplier to the crane industry. Steve Bekker, Regional Sales Manager, East, for Bridgestone Mining Solutions Australia explains the importance of fitting and maintaining correct cranes tyres.
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Sany builds momentum across Australia
Sany is sharpening its Australian push with a tighter dealer model, heavier investment in service and parts, and a product roadmap aimed at wind, all terrain and rough terrain segments. That was the clear message from Rex Chen, who oversees international sales for Sany’s crane business, and Philip White, who supports Sany sales across Australia and leads direct sales for Sany tower cranes Down Under.
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Confidence in the air, trust on the ground
Brisbane-based Power Reach has made its next big move in the elevated work platform (EWP) space, adding a Socage Raptor to its fleet through Altequip. For founder and owner Matt Hooper, the choice came down to capability, mobility, and after-sales support.
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The quiet achiever of Victoria’s lifting industry
At Melbourne Lifting, 4.30pm isn’t “tools down.” If a customer calls late with an urgent job, the answer is still yes. “That’s not knock-off time for us,” say company owners Mick and Clair. “If someone rings at five in the morning, we’re ready to go.”
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New 350t titan to transform Queensland’s infrastructure lifts
Mining and infrastructure projects are demanding bigger and safer lifts. Queensland-based Lee Crane Hire has turned to Zoomlion’s heavy-lift line-up to meet that demand. Managing Director Dan Story explains why the manufacturer’s new machines are proving their worth in Central Queensland.
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Finance made flexible for crane businesses
For crane owners, every investment is high stakes. The decision to purchase a new machine can tie up entire businesses with prohibitive repayment schedules. Recognising this, Liebherr has partnered with Quadrent to provide financing solutions tailored to the unique needs of the crane industry.
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Reds Global strengthens fleet with Potain
Leading tower crane hire company Reds Global is currently operating two Potain MCT1105-50 heavy lift models on a data centre construction site in Sydney. They are currently the largest flat top tower cranes in Australia.
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Father-son duo changing the way Australia buys cranes
For Peter Shelton, cranes have been more than a career – they’ve been a lifelong calling. After starting as a storeman at Franna in 1989, he worked his way up to General Manager, before later holding leadership roles at James Equipment and Tadano.
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Smart capital, stronger cranes: How Tadano and DLL drive industry growth
For crane owners, the real value of a machine extends beyond its lifting strength – it’s about how quickly and efficiently it can be added to the fleet to keep projects moving on time. That’s where the partnership between DLL and Tadano stands out.
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