3 red flags to look out for when looking for crane hire.
When searching for a crane hire company, it’s crucial to avoid potential pitfalls that could lead to costly delays, safety issues, or project mismanagement. Choosing the right crane hire partner can make or break the success of your lift project. At Fortis Heavy Lift Group, we’ve encountered numerous situations where clients had previously experienced issues […]
Support your community: the benefits of local crane hire
We all know that local businesses are valuable – providing jobs and boosting the local economy. This has become even more poignant since the Covid pandemic; we all remember the government campaigns about supporting our local high street after the lockdowns were lifted. “Eat out to help out”, anyone? When it comes to construction projects, […]
Prioritising safety: How are tower cranes transported?
“How are tower cranes transported?” is a key question in the construction industry. Let’s face it, in the hazardous world of construction, safety has to be paramount at every stage of a project. From the planning phase to the execution of intricate manoeuvres, ensuring the well-being of workers and the public is non-negotiable. One critical […]
What is a crane capacity guide?
Next time you are looking to move a heavy load, how will you choose which crane to use? Surely one of the first things you consider is how much each crane can lift. It’s not just a matter of efficiency; it’s a crucial safety concern. To determine the lift capacity, you need to check out […]
Luffer crane vs saddle jib tower crane: what’s the difference?
Among the diverse types of cranes available, the luffer crane and the tower crane stand out as two stalwarts in the industry. Yet stacking them against each other- luffer crane vs tower crane – what are their unique characteristics? Let’s delve into the details and explore the key differences between these construction giants. Understanding luffer […]
Emergency crane hire: how can we help?
Like a crane, there are ups and downs for us all in life, but when would there be a need for emergency crane hire? It’s Christmas, which means it’s the peak season for boilers, ovens and electrics in general to break down. Nothing screams emergency like the oven conking out right in the middle of […]
What are tower cranes used for?
In the boom of the modern construction industry, it’s hard to get a cityscape view that doesn’t include these colossal structures, but have you ever wondered ‘What are tower cranes used for?’ At Fortis Heavy Lift Group, we know tower cranes play a pivotal role in modern construction, standing tall against the skyline as both […]
Tower crane questions and answers
Looking across the skylines of our cities from a distance, we see a horizon of rooftops and steeples, and above that, many impressive, towering skyscrapers. Yet look more closely as between these skyscrapers you’ll see dotted all over myriad outlines of the frames of some mysterious machines that play a crucial role in the development […]
3 things to look out for when looking for a local crane hire company
Ever been taken for a ride by a company you hired? I actually had a roofer throw tiles off of my roof to convince me that because a small section of damage had been caused by a storm I could get a whole new roof and my insurance would cover it. Needless to say, he […]
Luffing jib tower crane advantages and disadvantages
In the bustling world of construction, tower cranes have become an essential tool for lifting heavy loads and manoeuvring materials on-site. Among the various types of tower cranes, the luffing jib tower crane has garnered attention for its unique characteristics. It is definitely worth a few moments to stop and consider ‘What are the luffing […]
