If you were planning on selling your house, would you want to go with a realtor who is well-established and devotes all their time and energy to selling houses, or someone who just got their real estate license and is doing it “part time?” Ideally, you’d choose the full time, experienced person to work… Read more »
Category: Crane Operators
Keep These Things in Mind When Planning a Crane Lift
Planning a successful crane lift takes far more than simply selecting the right machine and showing up on site. Astro Crane has spent more than 30 years supporting contractors and project managers throughout New England, and we’ve seen firsthand how proper planning can make the difference between a smooth, efficient lift and costly delays. Understand… Read more »
Steps to Take to Prevent Construction Crane Accidents From Occurring
Astro Crane rents cranes to those who need and use them. That said, what are some things to think about in order to prevent construction crane accidents? Selecting the Right Construction Crane All too often, accidents happen when users use the wrong crane for the job they’re doing… so selecting the right crane for the… Read more »
What to Expect When You Hire a Crane Service Company
Finding the right crane service company is a critical step in ensuring your project runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule. As such, when you hire a crane service company like Astro Crane, the process begins with understanding your specific project requirements. We take the time to discuss load weights, lift radius, site conditions, and timelines… Read more »
Why You Should Always Hire Certified Crane Operators
When your project involves heavy lifting, precision placement, or complex hoisting work, the skill of the crane operator matters as much as the machine itself. As such, it’s important to hire fully certified and highly experienced crane operators who know how to handle every challenge a jobsite can deliver. The Safety Advantage of Certified Operators… Read more »
Safety Tips When Working With Rented Cranes
Whether you’re renting one of our hydraulic cranes for your own crew or working with one of our professional operators, we want to make sure your project is handled with the highest level of care. Below are some important safety tips to keep in mind when working with rented cranes. Make Safety Planning a Priority… Read more »
How to Find a Reliable Mobile Crane and Hoisting Equipment Contractor
In order to have a successful construction project, it’s often vital to first find a mobile crane and hoisting contractor you can trust. For over 30 years, we’ve helped contractors, builders, and project managers across New England with our crane operating and hoisting services. Experience Matters Not all crane service providers are created equal. Experience… Read more »
The Different Roles on a Crane Jobsite
When you rent a crane from Astro Crane, there are several crane operation jobs involved at most construction sites. What are some of those jobs and/or roles? Crane Operator A crane operator drives and operates the crane. Before (and after) work, they will also inspect the crane to make sure everything looks good, and they… Read more »
Training for Crane Operators
Are you thinking about becoming a crane operator? Operating a crane is no small task. It requires skill, precision, and a strong understanding of safety protocols. Whether lifting steel beams on a construction site or moving heavy materials in an industrial setting, crane operators must be well-trained to ensure safe and efficient operations. Proper training… Read more »
Follow These Protocols to Prevent Crane Accidents
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 »