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Astro Crane offers Lifting Equipment and Hydraulic Cranes in Vermont. Astro Crane began in 1980 as Astro Welding and Fabricating, an industrial welding and steel fabrication enterprise boasting a single crane for equipment. Astro Crane is Massachusett's most trusted hydraulic crane rental company. If you have any questions about a Crane please call us today at (978) 429-8666. Astro Crane..
Astro Crane Blog
4d ago
Cranes generally move heavy things, so one has to be careful not to hit people or things with one’s load, right? What are some ways to prevent crane accidents? Ideally, the appropriate crane should be used for the job. That means choosing between such options as a mobile or fixed crane, and further narrowing it... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
2w ago
If you’re overseeing a construction project, it’s crucial that you have reliable, working equipment. This is especially true construction cranes, that do a lot of the (cheesy pun intended) heavy lifting. As such, that’s why regular crane inspections and preventive maintenance are critical to keeping your project on track. Any construction company understands how crucial... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
2w ago
At Astro Crane, we know that time is money, and delays on a construction site can be costly in more ways than one. From pushing back critical project milestones to increasing labor costs, downtime can really cost contractors. That’s why we’ve spent over 30 years perfecting a crane rental service that prioritizes reliability and efficiency.... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
3M ago
When you’re working on a construction project that requires heavy lifting, having the right crane on site is critical. In the New England area, Astro Crane has been helping businesses with all their crane rental needs for over 40 years. With a fleet that ranges from 6-ton to 600-ton cranes, we understand the importance of... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
3M ago
In the midst of a heavy-duty construction project, it’s likely you may need to rent a crane to handle the heavy lifting. After renting a crane, it’s important to know about the return process. At Astro Crane, we strive to make the entire rental process—from booking to return—as seamless and stress-free as possible. Let’s take... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
3M ago
Construction jobs, whether commercial or municipal, often need the powerful lifting capabilities of cranes in order to lift heavy cargo to various places and floors of buildings. Both hydraulic truck cranes and boom trucks are used to move heavy objects in a safe manner to where they need to go. Hydraulic Cranes Hydraulic truck cranes... Read more »
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Astro Crane Blog
4M ago
Astro Crane rents cranes around New England and these cranes are used at various sites for various projects such as construction jobs. When you rent a crane and you’re anticipating its arrival on-site, what are some things you can do to prepare for crane delivery and setup?
Necessary Paperwork
For starters, you’ll want to fill out the necessary paperwork involved with renting and using the crane. Look over the details and make sure everything is stated to your liking– and sign where needed. Also, get permits that you’ll need in advance. You’ll also want to look into site insurance. Does ..read more
Astro Crane Blog
4M ago
So you’re thinking about renting a crane from a company like Astro Crane… while this is a good idea because it can save you time and money, it’s also something to give some thought to, and there are things to consider before signing a contract.
There Are Crane Rentals Available for a Wide Variety of Construction Projects
First, there are different types of cranes. Is your project residential or commercial in nature? Your answer will determine the type of crane you’ll rent. For instance, a crane to be used on a commercial office tower will need to be able to lift heavy loads up high compared to ..read more
Astro Crane Blog
5M ago
Sure, you could own your own crane. But then you have to spend money to maintain it yourself, and store it and a whole host of other responsibilities. What about hiring a crane service? When you have a construction project anywhere in New England, you could hire a crane service like Astro Crane– it’s advantageous for many reasons.
Reduced Initial Investment
Purchasing a crane involves a hefty upfront cost. This includes not just the price of the crane but also the expenses related to storage, maintenance, and repairs. By hiring a crane service, you can eliminate these initial costs and p ..read more
Astro Crane Blog
7M ago
Astro Crane offers a variety of cranes to meet people’s needs and the 120-ton Liebherr crane is a popular model featuring a 171’ main boom with a 23’ boom extension.
Looking for a powerful crane? The 120-ton Liebherr 4-axle crane can handle extremely high lifting capacities when fully raised. Jobs like erecting radio masts that would normally require a 5-axle crane can often be done with this 4-axle mobile crane.
Why the 120 Ton Liebherr Crane is so Popular
So what are some specific features of the 120-ton Liebherr crane that make it popular? First, there’s ECOmode. A crane operator can ..read more