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Crane Hire Northamptonshire

A-Lift Crane Hire Northampton provides crane hire services throughout Northamptonshire and all surrounding areas. Our expert team will ensure that your project runs smoothly and safely. Whether you require a simple or complex lift, we can provide the right equipment and personnel for the job at the right price.

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A-Lift Crane Hire Ltd IconA-Lift Crane Hire Ltd

70 Sywell Rd, Wellingborough

5.0 87 reviews

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More than 30 years of experience

With over 30 years of industry expertise, A-Lift Crane Hire is known for delivering dependable and professional service. We cover a wide area, including Northamptonshire and surrounding regions. Our fleet of modern cranes and tailored approach ensures we can meet a variety of lifting requirements. Our highly trained and safety-certified team is available around the clock, offering complimentary site surveys and a swift response for urgent situations. For a reliable, efficient, and expert crane hire solution, trust A-Lift.

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Northamptonshire projects

Case Study: Northampton Hospital

Client: Northampton General Hospital
Location: Northampton
Project Timing: Out of Hours, 7:00 PM
Equipment Used: Tadano ATF70 and Klaas K700 Remote-Control Crane 
Scope of Work: Lifting and positioning of solar panels and building materials

Project Overview

At Northampton General Hospital, our team was engaged to complete a critical out-of-hours lifting and placement operation for solar panels and essential building materials as part of an energy efficiency upgrade. Given the hospital’s round-the-clock activity and the need to minimise any impact on daily operations, we carefully scheduled the work to begin at 7:00 PM, ensuring minimal disruption to staff, patients, and visitors. The job required precise planning to navigate the hospital’s busy environment and maintain safety and accessibility throughout the project.

Solution

For this project, we deployed both our Tadano ATF70 and the Klaas K700 remote control crane depending on the set up location and needs of each visit.  The Tadano 70 tonne was used for its greater lifting capacity at longer radius and the K700 for its versatility and remote-control capabilities which enabled our team to manoeuvre and operate the crane with precision in the constrained hospital environment. Our approach included setting up a variable rig configuration, enabling the crane to lift materials while keeping the road open. Temporary traffic lights were installed to maintain a single-lane flow, allowing hospital access to remain uninterrupted.

Outcome

Our team completed the project efficiently, safely, and to the customer’s specifications, with Northampton General Hospital expressing high satisfaction with our service. This successful operation exemplifies our commitment to flexibility, safety, and meeting the unique demands of each client.

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Tanks A Lot Ltd

Client: Tanks A Lot Ltd
Location: Brackley, Northamptonshire
Equipment Used: Tadano ATF70, Three man team, Chains and Slings to lifting points.
Scope of Work: Lifting of a number of tanks some in working order and some not, from the ground location to the lorry bed for transportation to Ukraine.

Project Overview

At Tanks A Lot Ltd in Brackley, Northamptonshire, the project involved lifting several military tanks, some operational and others not, for transportation to Ukraine. The tanks, including the 2S1 Howitzer (21 tonnes) and the 2S3 Howitzer (28 tonnes), needed to be moved from their ground positions onto lorry beds. The task required precision and care due to the weight and historical significance of the equipment.

Outcome

The tanks were successfully lifted and loaded onto lorries within the required timeframe, enabling smooth transportation to Ukraine. The project highlighted the team’s versatility and expertise in handling extraordinary tasks, while maintaining the highest safety standards. The operation also offered an engaging and memorable experience for the crew, adding a sense of accomplishment and pride to their work.

Solution

A Tadano ATF70 crane was deployed for its capability to handle heavy loads efficiently. A skilled three-man team executed the operation over two days to accommodate transport scheduling. The tanks were securely lifted using slings and chains attached to their designated lifting points, ensuring stability and safety throughout the process.

This unique job stood out from typical lifting operations, with the team showing a keen interest in the historical and logistical aspects of the work. Notably, the crane operator, Tony, expressed great enthusiasm and thoroughly enjoyed being part of the project.

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Scott Bader Ltd

Client: Scott Bader Ltd
Location: Wollaston, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Equipment Used: Liebherr LTM1160; 70T Tadano; Bocker AK52 & Artic Hiab
Scope of Work: Replacement of tank lids; movement of old tanks within site compound and replacement of new storage facilities within site compound

Project Overview

Our valued customer, Scott Bader, contacted us to request help with a multi-faceted schedule for the replacement of tanks for storage on their site in Wollaston during the planned shut down for maintenance works.  They required a number of operations taking place on site in separate locations simultaneously to achieve their planned schedule within the allotted timescale.

Outcome

By using multiple machines on site, all within the 1-day time frame, with expert control and coordination by the A-Lift team on site, all operations were completed safely, without issue to any equipment or other site operations.

Solution

A-Lift Crane Hire sent one of our experienced Appointed Persons to survey the job and discussing the precise logistics of the job with the Scott Bader team on a number of occasions.  As a result, a lift plan was developed to utilise our 70 ton Tadano crane to load tanks on site on to an Artic Hiab.  The tanks were then transported within the compound on to the hiab for lifting and siting with a Liebherr 160 ton crane in to their new required location behind buildings within the compound.

While this work was progressing, our Bocker AK52 remote control crane would be in another location within the Scott Bader compound assisting in lifts to carry out essential maintenance work on other equipment and vessels. 

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Lando Sign

Client: Silverstone Circuit
Location: Silverstone
Equipment Used: Klaas K700
Scope of Work: Removal of the Lando Norris sign from the pavilion at Silverstone race circuit

Project Overview

Following the British Grand Prix, A-Lift Crane Hire was back at Silverstone Circuit, one of the world’s most iconic motorsport venues, to assist with the removal of the prominent Lando Norris stand feature sign.

The large sign presented challenges due to its weight and awkward configuration, requiring a controlled lifting operation to facilitate its safe removal, transportation and storage as the circuit began its post-event reinstatement, selecting the right lifting equipment was essential to completing the work safely and efficiently.

Outcome

The Lando Norris sign was successfully removed. The operation demonstrated the versatility of the Klaas K700 and its suitability for specialist lifting tasks where precision and ease of lifting are key considerations.

Solution

A-Lift Crane Hire supplied its Klaas K700, selected for its compact footprint, lightweight design and precise remote-controlled operation.

These features made the K700 particularly well suited to working within the circuit, where access, available space and the positioning of the sign all needed to be considered.

The crane enabled the sign to be carefully dismantled and lifted clear for transportation and storage, providing a practical alternative to more cumbersome lifting equipment.

By matching the crane to the specific requirements of the task, A-Lift delivered a controlled and efficient solution that supported the wider site reinstatement programme following the Grand Prix.

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Silverstone

Client: Silverstone Circuit
Location: Silverstone
Equipment Used: Klaas 950 + Marchetti MTK40
Scope of Work: Set up and remove visitor centre for the F1 Grand Prix

Project Overview

Following the British Grand Prix, A-Lift Crane Hire returned to Silverstone Circuit to support the removal of temporary visitor centres and event infrastructure as the venue transitioned back to normal operations.

Our Klaas K950 and Marchetti MTK40 both played important roles in supporting the visitor centre installations and subsequent dismantling. With the demands of a major motorsport event, the project required reliable lifting equipment, experienced operators and careful coordination to meet the circuit’s schedule.

Outcome

The visitor centre installations and subsequent removals were completed safely and in line with the event schedule, helping Silverstone Circuit prepare for the British Grand Prix and return to normal operations afterwards.

Using both cranes across the installation and dismantling phases provided a consistent, efficient lifting solution for the temporary structures. The project highlighted the value of combining specialist equipment with experienced operators and effective planning to meet the demands of a busy event environment.

Solution

A-Lift Crane Hire deployed two specialist cranes: the Klaas K950 and the Marchetti MTK40, providing the lifting capabilities required to handle the modular visitor centres.

The Klaas K950 combined strong lifting performance with compact dimensions, making it well suited to lifting modular structures onto transport vehicles. Its capabilities allowed the team to dismantle the temporary buildings efficiently while working within the available site space.

The Marchetti MTK40 also supported the project, having assisted with the installation of the visitor centres ahead of the Grand Prix. Returning after the event, it was used again to help dismantle the structures and prepare them for removal.

By selecting equipment suited to the site conditions and coordinating the lifting activities with the wider programme, our team supported both the installation and removal phases of the project.

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Some of the Sectors We Work In...

Machinery Movement

Our crane hire services are tailored for machinery movement, providing the expertise and precision required to transport and position heavy equipment smoothly.

Road

Wide range of crane solutions for road construction and maintenance. Equipped with a fleet of modern mobile cranes, we guarantee safe and efficient lifting operations.

Airports

Crane services for airport construction & maintenance projects. Ensuring the accurate and safe lifting of heavy or delicate materials.

Wind Farms

Tailored crane solutions for wind farm construction and maintenance. With the capability to handle the unique challenges of erecting and servicing wind turbines.

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Crane Hire Services in Northamptonshire


At A-Lift Crane Hire, we provide expert crane hire services tailored to meet the demands of Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas. With a well-maintained fleet of modern cranes and a team of skilled operators, we can handle projects of all sizes, from construction and infrastructure to industrial and residential lifts. Our focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction ensures we remain the preferred choice for reliable crane hire solutions in Northamptonshire. Get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements and benefit from our extensive experience.

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