Crane Fleet

Specialised crane fleet for a range of projects with certified operators

Purdue Bros Ltd has a large fleet of cranes to service a variety of different projects. All trucks come with relevant safety devices and certification to measure the weight of the loads. The cranes are operated by remote control by certified Purdue Bros crane operators. Purdue Bros have nine certified crane operators on their team.

Rear mounted knuckle boom crane

Purdue Bros Ltd fleet of cranes includes a rear mounted knuckle boom crane attached to a 5-axle truck. This crane can lift up to 12 tonnes which makes it the ideal crane for large projects such as lifting roofing iron, roof trusses and concrete slabs.

Fly Jib

Rated to lift up to 3 tonnes, Purdue Bros fly jib crane is attached to a crane to give it a larger height and further distance of reach. The fly jib crane is used to move large objects in and out of buildings and to lift trusses and roofing iron into place.

Man Bucket

Purdue Bros Ltd fleet includes a man bucket. With a reach of 30 metres, this bucket is attached to a crane and is used for lifting a man in to place to complete work. The bucket is certified and a Purdue Bros certified crane operator is provided with every hire.

Common jobs a man bucket is used for include:

• Lifting signs up and down from buildings
• Work in and around power lines
• The line of sight for installing telecommunications 
• Repairs at the height to gutterings and buildings
• Tree pruning by arborists 
• The man bucket is hired out at an hourly rate. 

Interested in working with the Purdue Bros crane fleet? Contact Purdue Bros Ltd today on 03 218 8237.