Truck Loaders Ltd Blog

Operating your HIAB crane in winter frequently requires allowing for and mitigating some extra risks. Your lift planning and execution must always be as safe as you can make it. This requires careful thought and often takes additional time. The golden rule when operating in adverse weather conditions is to Slow Down. That may be difficult when delivery schedules have been promised but safety is paramount.

It can be frustrating when a crane component breaks down in the middle of a project, especially if it is unexpected and you are working to a tight deadline and budget. You want to resolve the issue as seamlessly as possible, so you can continue with the job at hand. Calling out a HIAB-trained professional to install a spare part may not initially seem like the best use of time or money when you have knowledgeable people on the ground. However, it could prevent costly and time-consuming issues in the future.

Repair or replace your HIAB parts? The answer can make a difference to cost, productivity, and safety, so it pays to get it right. There are a few different things to consider, as well as some golden rules that everyone can benefit from adhering to.

Truckloaders Ltd are official UK resellers for Kinshofer crane and excavator attachments and accessories. Kinshofer attachments can be used with any model of truck-mounted crane and have numerous applications for construction, haulage, waste management and landscaping:

This month marks an important milestone for Truck Loaders Ltd – 15 years since Wayne and I resigned from our previous employment and set up our own lorry loader business. We’d like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to all the engineers, customers, and the guys at HIAB, who have helped us on our journey so far. We’re looking forward to the next 15 years!

On behalf of the whole Truckloaders team we would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations to HIAB on achieving 75 years in business – the anniversary falling on 1^st May 2019. HIAB celebrated the occasion by attending the 2019 Commercial Vehicle Show at the Birmingham NEC, which some of you may have visited.

When HIAB parts wear out, it can be tempting to replace them with a second-hand component. These are usually cheaper than purchasing a brand new part, but is buying second-hand a false economy? We take a look at the pros and cons of buying second-hand.

HIAB cranes offer a degree of control that other truck loading crane manufacturer’s struggle to match. They offer best-in-class controls featuring remote functionality that allow you to work on site or from a distance while providing an unobstructed view of your work site. Whatever your preferences, HIAB cranes are quick, smooth, and precise with advanced software and intuitive controls.

One of the reasons that HIAB are market leaders for truck loading cranes is how versatile they are. There are many different models of HIAB suitable for different purposes, and even an XS product that enables you to design a crane to meet your exact specifications – something no other leading crane manufacturer offers at present.

Maintaining the safety of your HIAB crane is your responsibility as an employer. This outline explains what you need to do to keep your employees safe when operating a crane.