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Require a crane on site in Forbes? GBP Cranes offers reliable and safe crane hire services tailored for builders, civil contractors, local enterprises, and property owners throughout Forbes and nearby regions. Equipped with the appropriate crane, a detailed lift plan, and a skilled operator, we ensure your project stays on schedule without unnecessary hold-ups. Here's why you should choose GBP Cranes:
- Local crane crew servicing the wider New England region
- Established in 1975 with over 50 years of lifting experience
- Modern Frannas and slews for everything from quick picks to major lifts
- Fast quotes, flexible scheduling and after hours support when needed
Call us today or request a quote online to book crane hire.
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Our Services
GBP Cranes & Heavy Haulage provides services for a wide range of mining, agricultural and private requirements. With teams spread across two separate locations based in Gunnedah and Narrabri, we have the ability to service the New England North West area with ease.
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No job is too big, too small, or too far away!
Successful crane hire depends on meticulous planning. Whether you're installing structural steel, unloading equipment, or navigating restricted access, our team carefully assesses your load, lift radius, site environment, and timeline. We then select the most suitable crane and skilled operators to ensure every lift is carried out efficiently and safely. We provide support for single lifts as well as continuous site operations across residential developments, commercial ventures, and regional infrastructure projects throughout Forbes and neighbouring areas.
A Fleet Built for Regional Lifts, From Frannas To Heavy Slews
At GBP Cranes, we offer a continually growing selection of cranes and lifting equipment designed to handle everything from minor tasks to intricate heavy lifting projects. Available in Forbes, our fleet features Franna cranes ideal for routine site lifts, alongside larger slewing cranes capable of managing heavier loads and extended reach requirements. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive array of lifting accessories and support tools, such as spreader bars, personnel cages, lifting clutches, and panel handling gear. Our diverse fleet includes:
- Frannas: 15T, 20T, 25T, 35T and 40T
- Slews and truck cranes: including 30T, 60T and larger capacity slews
- Heavy lift capability: up to 250T slews, plus the new 350T slew crane for major projects and renewables work
We also carry a strong range of lifting accessories and support gear including spreader bars, personnel boxes, lifting clutches and panel handling equipment.
If you need load charts or help selecting the right machine, tell us what you are lifting and we will guide you.
Certified Equipment & A Safety First Approach
Crane operations require precision, not assumptions. At GBP Cranes Forbes, all our cranes undergo a rigorous compliance regime and are kept in top condition with scheduled servicing and repairs carried out in our dedicated workshop. Comprehensive daily inspections are performed before each job begins, with all findings recorded electronically to ensure accuracy and traceability. Our team comprises skilled, qualified operators and crew who are fully trained to adhere to site regulations, maintain clear communication, and manage every lift safely from initial set-up right through to completion.
- Structural steel lifts and placement
- Precast and tilt panel lifting
- Roof trusses, frames and building materials
- Sheds, workshops and commercial installs
- Machinery installs, removals and relocations
- Containers and site infrastructure placement
- Agricultural equipment lifts and farm work
- Civil works requiring controlled lifts and careful staging
- Wind and solar project support, including heavier lifts and complex site logistics
If you are unsure whether the site is suitable or the lift is straightforward, we can talk it through and help you plan it properly.
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A Straightforward Crane Hire Process
Share the Lift Details
Tell us the job location in Armidale, what you are lifting, the estimated weight, lift height, lift radius and any access constraints. If you do not have every detail, we will ask the right questions to fill the gaps.
We Select the Right Crane and Crew
We match the safest and most efficient crane for the job, not just what is available on the day.
We Confirm Timing and Site Readiness
Good access, stable ground and a ready load helps the job start on arrival and finish on schedule.
We Complete the Lift Safely and Efficiently
Clear communication and experienced operators keep the lift controlled and your site moving.
For crane hire in Forbes, get in touch with GBP Cranes for a free, no-obligation quote. We’ll help you choose the most suitable crane for your project, arrange a time that fits your site requirements, and ensure a safe and efficient service throughout. Call our team today or request a quote online.
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