Your Quick Guide To Crane Attachments
When it comes to crane operations, having the right attachment can make all the difference. At Mighty Cranes, we have access to a wide range of specialised crane attachments to suit every lifting scenario, whether you’re transporting bulky materials, lifting personnel safely, or relocating heavy machinery. With the right tools for the job, you’ll not only boost efficiency but also improve safety and compliance on-site. In this quick guide, we’ll walk you through some of the most common crane attachments available and how they’re used across various industries.
1. Large Goods Lifting Cage
What it is: A heavy-duty cage built with reinforced steel to handle oversized or bulky items.
Used for: Transporting large materials like frames, sheet goods, or machinery components securely across a construction site via crane.
2. Standard Goods Cage
What it is: An enclosed lifting cage with solid walls and secure access points.
Used for: Safely moving smaller tools, loose items, and building materials that could otherwise shift or fall during lifting.
3. Crane Forks
What it is: Adjustable forks similar to those on a forklift, designed to attach to a crane hook.
Used for: Lifting palletised loads such as bricks, tiles, or building supplies where precision placement and flexibility are needed.
4. Crane Forks Cage
What it is: A cage attachment that works in conjunction with crane forks to encase the load.
Used for: Enhancing safety during lifts by preventing palletised materials from slipping or toppling, especially at height.
5. Personnel Access Cage
What it is: A secure platform fitted with rails, gates, and safety features for personnel access.
Used for: Lifting workers to elevated work areas for maintenance, inspection, or installation tasks while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
6. Rescue Cage
What it is: A robust lifting cage specifically designed for emergency and medical response.
Used for: Evacuating injured workers from difficult-to-reach areas quickly and safely, with space for a stretcher and support personnel.
7. Stretcher Workbox
What it is: A larger emergency cage that accommodates both a stretcher and responders.
Used for: On-site emergencies where both casualty and medical personnel need to be lifted together, especially on high-rise or remote job sites.
8. Forklift Access Cage
What it is: A safety cage that attaches to a forklift for safe elevation of personnel.
Used for: Carrying out tasks such as lighting maintenance, stocktake, or light repairs where working at height is required without the use of a crane.
9. Gas Bottle Cage
What it is: A purpose-built cage with restraining mechanisms to hold gas cylinders securely.
Used for: Lifting and transporting gas bottles on-site, minimising risk and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
10. Excavator Lifting Platform
What it is: A heavy-duty platform specifically designed to support the weight of an excavator.
Used for: Securely positioning an excavator on the platform so it can be lifted by crane and relocated—ideal for accessing hard-to-reach or elevated work areas where driving the excavator is not feasible.
11. Adjustable Lifting Beam
What it is: A multi-point beam with adjustable lifting positions.
Used for: Balancing uneven or varying-size loads, offering flexibility for different load configurations during hoisting.
12. Pod Lifting Frame
What it is: A rigid frame built to cradle and lift prefabricated modular pods.
Used for: Lifting entire bathroom pods, site offices, or container-style buildings during installation or repositioning.
13. Bulk Bag Lifting Frame
What it is: A frame with attachment points for large industrial bulk bags (FIBCs).
Used for: Hoisting materials like landscape supplies, sand, gravel, or cement efficiently and safely from ground to level.
14. Portable Toilet Lifting Frame
What it is: A specialised frame that securely holds portable toilets during lifting.
Used for: Moving portable amenities to and from elevated construction zones without risk of tipping or damage.
15. Glass Lifting Frame
What it is: A frame with gripping or support elements designed to hold glass panels.
Used for: Lifting and placing glass panes on buildings or shopfronts, essential for reducing breakage and ensuring worker safety.
16. IBC Lifting Frame
What it is: A secure lifting solution for Intermediate Bulk Containers (liquid tanks).
Used for: Hoisting chemical or water-filled IBCs, typically in industrial or manufacturing environments.
17. Standard Lifting Beam
What it is: A horizontal beam that connects to crane hooks and spreads the load.
Used for: Hoisting long or flexible items like pipes, beams, or bundles while preventing bending or swing during the lift.
18. Block Grab
What it is: A mechanical grab with adjustable arms that lock around concrete blocks.
Used for: Lifting masonry blocks without pallets, ideal for quick and secure loading or stacking on construction sites.
19. Mechanical Precast Grab
What it is: A specialist grab designed for lifting precast concrete panels or elements.
Used for: Handling heavy precast items like walls or stairs with precision, aiding fast and accurate installation in large builds.
Choosing the right crane attachment is essential for maximising safety and productivity on the job site. Whether you’re handling bulk materials, relocating an excavator, or performing elevated maintenance tasks, Mighty Cranes has access to the equipment and expertise to get the job done right. Not sure which attachment suits your project? Get in touch with our team today for expert advice and reliable crane hire solutions in Brisbane tailored to your needs.
