Everything You Need to Know About Crane Rentals

 

Everything You Need to Know About Crane Rentals

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Renting a crane can help cut overall expenses in your project and ease the burden of buying, storing, and maintaining a crane. However, for you to hire the right crane and get the most from it, you need to consider several things.

 

Here are a few factors to consider before hiring a crane service.

Project Needs

What does your project require? Different kinds of projects require different types of cranes and equipment. You should also be aware that some machines are better suited for certain places and you can use them to lift various types of materials and equipment.

 

When choosing a crane, take into account terrain, structure height, weather conditions, and the weight of the materials that you want to move. If you aren’t sure how to figure out these factors, speak with a professional for assistance.

Capability and Experience

You need someone who knows what they’re doing. Hire someone with a solid reputation, long-term experience, and highly trained staff. Check out their crane inventory, inquire about the brand, capability, maintenance, and performance. Always ensure that all contractors are licensed and insured.

Operator Skills

Operating cranes is not a job for amateurs. Find out if the rental company has certified operators, and ask what type of training their operators undergo to ensure your job is completed safely and professionally.

Insurance

When hiring a crane, it is the responsibility of the leasing company to provide you with the safety requirements you will need. Ask about their insurance status and documents. Review the rental contract and understand what you are liable for in case of an accident.

Hiring Terms and Costs

Make sure that you go over your rental contract before signing to ensure that it clearly outlines the charges and terms of payment. For example, if the job halts or the equipment is incapable of handling the project it was hired for, what is the next step? When you choose the right company, they will go over what payment package will work best for your project.

 

 

If you are looking for an affordable, and reliable mobile crane rental service, get in touch with the team at American Aerial Services. We are AISC certified steel erectors with a team of extensively trained and NCCCO-certified operators. Our affordable rates are backed by extensive knowledge, commitment, and reliability.

 

Check out our available crane rentals and then call us to book a consultation. Our goal is to understand the scope of your project to ensure you receive the best equipment and operators you need.

3 Key Advantages of Telescopic Boom Truck Crane

 

3 Key Advantages of Telescopic Boom Truck Cranes

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Versatile, affordable, and easy to use, Telescopic Boom Trucks combine the benefits of a crane and cherry picker with the capacity and maneuverability of a flatbed truck. Before picking a crane for your next project, discover how the Telescopic Boom Track Crane compares to its counterparts.

1.  Perfect for smaller projects

If you are looking for a crane to hoist and move smaller loads around your project site, a boom truck might be the right option for you. It is much more affordable and maneuverable than larger cranes, and allows you to lift small to medium-sized loads effortlessly.

 

With the use of their permanently affixed winch, you can rely on them to be prepared for immediate lifting when you need it most. The winch of a telescopic crane, coupled with a rotating and telescopic superstructure, allows load movement linearly, making the crane easier to operate. Furthermore, the fixed winch is designed to be able to lift loads for longer periods of time than knuckle cranes.

2.  Greater Durability

The enclosed boom on boom trucks is designed to protect its hydraulic cylinders and components from the elements, making them less vulnerable to damage from the sun, dust, heat, moisture, and other factors. With a design that protects from wear and tear, telescopic boom trucks have a longer cylinder life and require less costly maintenance than knuckle cranes. The multiple exposed cylinders on a knuckle crane's boom can cause problems in some environments as well, making them less adaptable to some climates.

 

Most boom trucks over 30 tons come with enclosed operator cabins equipped with heat and air conditioning, keeping the operator safe from severe weather conditions, allowing them  to perform their jobs more comfortably.

 

3.  Ease of service and training

With the added benefit of protection from the elements and a design that reduces friction and wear, the telescopic boom truck crane costs less in terms of servicing than the knuckle crane.

 

Many of the setbacks that crane operators may face on the job are due to lack of training on the required equipment. Knuckle boom cranes tend to be more complex than other types of cranes and the complexity of the controls and movement often require several days to train new operators. On the other hand, boom trucks are designed with easy-to-use control systems,  which means the owners of telescopic boom truck cranes have a much easier time training new operators and filling positions quickly.

 

 

For over 20 years, American Aerial Services has offered quality work you can rely on, at competitive rates. No matter the size of the project, we have the team and resources to get any job done. Contact us today for your next building project or crane rental.