Hiring a Mini Crane? Pick One with These Features

Mini cranes are developed for lifting smaller weights. A mini crane will do the job when your project is near a restricted space and has tight access. Mini cranes are designed to go in places where the large and conventional cranes cannot reach—sometimes, hiring giant cranes is economically unreasonable.

If your project location is in a tight space or hiring big cranes is not feasible, you can get a mini crane for hire and use it for the project. This type of crane is called a ‘spider’ because of the design of its outrigger legs. Don’t feel strange when someone asks you about the spider in your construction/excavation site.

Hiring machines for projects is not uncommon for businesses, and they do it to avoid the huge expense that comes with the purchase of heavy-duty machines, parts and their maintenance. While you hire machines and heavy-duty vehicles for your project, you must consider the necessary features those machines/vehicles must possess; otherwise, your work/project will not be completed in time. New tech and features make these machines better at completing tasks effortlessly.

This article will discuss the essential features you must consider while looking for a mini crane for hire.

Narrow width for access in tight spaces

The main reason for hiring a mini crane is to reach smaller or congested spaces. Hence, having a narrow width is the primary requirement. The crane must have single or double door access.

Remote control with display

If the need arises, the operator may have to stand near the load, and in that case, he’ll need a remote controller to move the load without getting inside the crane. The remote controller is necessary when no one is there to help the crane operator.

Digital load indicator safety system and moment limiter

Overload of cranes is a common thing, and to prevent it. You need a feature called auto-stop tech. It halts some specific functions of the crane (that lifts the loads) when it senses the overloading issue. This feature is integrated with the outriggers, enabling complete tip-over protection.

You can also set the limits to the program and change the limits as per the requirement. This is one of the attractive features, and you must ask for this one if you are concerned about the safety of your workers.

Multiple position outriggers

The crane’s lifting capacity depends on the positioning of the outriggers, and the more stable and strong they are, the better the performance of the crane. The mini crane must have the option to position these legs in different angles and offer more flexibility in cramped spaces. You can lift heavy loads with ease with these settings, even on uneven terrains.

The features mentioned above are vital for the completion of your project with ease, and some features will help your workers perform well in their job; they are:

  • 2-Speed functions
  • 3 Sheave block hook
  • Self-stowing hook block
  • Tie-down anchors for transport
  • Single rigging point for lifting machine
  • Safe working lamp
  • Outrigger setting warning lamp
  • Boom position warning lamp
  • Level indicator aid
  • Diagnostic display panel
  • Machine cover

Some optional features, accessories, and add-ons are:

  • Electric motor power
  • LPG/Propane fuel
  • Overhaul ball
  • Searcher hook boom tip
  • Fly Jib/10°offset angle
  • White non-marking rubber tracks
  • Auxiliary long rope winch
  • Man basket
  • Fly jib
  • Outrigger pads

These features will help the workers perform well in the field.

Author:  Alison Lurie