HIAB Hire in Manchester: Local Knowledge, National Reach
Based in Miles Platting, Manchester, we know Greater Manchester's roads, sites and contractors better than any national hire company. Here is what that means for you.
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Expert guides, how-to articles and industry news from Manchester’s lifting specialists.
Shipping Container Delivery and Placement: A UK Guide
Shipping containers are increasingly popular for storage, conversion and events. Getting them placed correctly requires a HIAB truck. Here is a complete guide.
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HIAB Safety on Site: What You Need to Know
Understanding HIAB safety requirements helps you prepare your site properly and ensures the lift goes safely. Here is what site managers and clients need to know.
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Modular Building Installation by HIAB: How It Works
Modular buildings are increasingly common across UK construction — and HIAB cranes are the standard tool for placing volumetric units on site. Here is how it works.
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Same-Day HIAB Hire: Is It Possible?
When a site needs a HIAB urgently, the question is always the same: can you come today? Here is an honest guide to same-day HIAB hire availability.
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What is a Lorry Loader? HIAB Crane Terminology Explained
Lorry loader, HIAB, truck-mounted crane — there are several terms used to describe the same type of equipment. Here is the terminology explained.
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Abnormal Load Haulage: A Complete Guide to Permits and Route Planning
What makes a load abnormal? What permits are required? Do you need an escort? Here is a complete guide to wide and abnormal load haulage in the UK.
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HIAB for Residential Deliveries: What Homeowners Need to Know
We often hear from homeowners who have no idea that HIAB hire is available for private individuals. Here is what you can use a HIAB for at home.
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Plant & Machinery Transport: A Guide for Construction Firms
From compressors and generators to excavators and access platforms — here is a practical guide to plant and machinery transport by HIAB for construction firms.
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From the Field
Written by the People Doing the Lifting
Every guide on this blog comes from real jobs completed by our own fleet and operators across Manchester, the North West and the wider UK.
If a question comes up on site or from a customer enquiry, we turn the answer into an article. Browse the guides above, or get in touch if you can't find what you need.
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