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Feb 26th, 2021 The Mini Crawler Crane

One of the most versatile cranes for hire or purchase is the Mini Crawler Crane. It is incredibly useful and provides the multi-purpose use of being able to be operated indoors and outdoors. There are two variations, diesel powered and electricity powered, depending on just how accessible an electrical power source is. Electrically powered Mini Crawlers come in handy indoors, so as not to create harmful fumes.

Mini Crawlers can provide a wide range of heavy-duty lifting for various materials and is typically considered essential even for smaller construction projects or even for various other uses for businesses. One example is transporting waste, across work areas. They can also be used for transferring or loading extremely heavy pieces of equipment and material or even loading or unloading vehicles for transport. These incredible pieces of lifting machinery are small and mobile which makes them an incredible addition to practically any construction site.

Often the Mini Crawler Crane can be loaded with other additional features, that may be beneficial to your project, like:

• Radio-Controlled Operation
• Silent Running and Safe for Indoor Use (Electricity)
• Lifting Capacities of Up To 10 tonnes
• Practical Boom Lengths of Up To 21 metres

There is quite a variety of Mini Crawler Cranes that you can choose from, depending on the job site and job needs or requirements. You can choose a Mini Crawler based on capacity, maximum lifting height, maximum lifting radius, maximum working radius and if you will be using it predominately indoors. There are even some Mini Crawler Cranes that have a hydraulic blade on the front of it, that is designed to help even out rough terrain or can be used to help level out the crane when it is working on a terrain gradient of up to 13 degrees. These cranes are very handy for any job site.

Dec 13th, 2020 How Do You Become a Crane Operator?

There are a few paths and courses that are available for becoming a Crane Operator, however attaining a Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) card is considered the best and most in-demand qualification in the construction industry. The CPCS ensure that you have been trained up to national standards that have been set by technical specialists in the construction industry. This qualification involves intensive training courses that will help prepare you for rigorous Practical and Theory tests. It can be a long and expensive process but it leads to a very rewarding and well-paid position. On average, Crane Operators in the UK can make over £14 an hour.

After passing the Practical and Theory tests, a CPCS Trained Operator card (or Red Card) is obtained which is valid for two years as a ‘provisional’ qualification which means they can operate under close supervision until deemed experienced enough to operate unsupervised. This supervised period varies from one person to another but typically after three to six months most operators will be ready for an assessment to become a fully competent operator.

Dec 31st, 2017 Adding natural turf to your garden

Adding turf to your garden can be more effective if you choose to do it during spring or fall. If you want to do it during winter it will be too cold so the outcome might not be what you’re expecting. If you want to do it during summer and there is little rainfall in your town, it could be wise to wait because turf should be laid during rainy season so that it can be rooted in for a period of about six months.

Remove any existing grass or turf from the lawn

You can spray a ‘killer’ if there is a lot of weed and then remove them after two days when they are dead. Consider testing your soil pH. Good soil pH for turf is between 6.0 to 7.0, but you can adjust your soil pH if it does not fall between this range. Add a little of ground limestone if your soil is too acidic or ground sulphur if it’s too alkaline.

Level the lawn using topsoil if it’s uneven

Using a rake, distribute evenly the top soil filling all the holes. Remove any mounds of dirt on the lawn. After the top soil is evenly distributed, walk on the lawn slowly exerting pressure on it making sure the surface is packed together without living any inch. You can use a weighted lawn roller to pack it more effectively. Add more turf which will raise the lawn’s level for about 5 cm. Put some fertilizer over the soil. Unroll the patch of turf and gently press it to the ground by using your hands. Unroll the second and repeat the process. Continue the process until you finish the whole process. Then water your turf thoroughly and avoid stepping on them for 2 to 3 weeks. When the turf is rooted, move them to the new lawn.

These are just a few of the basic steps when you have the lawn at the ready, however, it is wise to do your homework on some of the lawn suppliers uk. You should choose a company who deliver turf all year round because they can ensure it’s delivered in prime condition. Many of the major players in this industry will have their very own state of the art equipment so they can load up the lawn inside the lorry at the optimum temperature while cranes can easily place the turf on your driveway so you don’t have to worry about the condition of the turf. It can take some time to plant and perfect a lavish green lawn but it’s totally worth it when the job is complete. You’ll not only have a nice looking garden, you’ll have a place for kids and dogs to play, a space that invited wildlife like birds, ants, worms and bees. Lawns can make you feel happier about your garden and you’ll be amazed how much difference a tiny or large bit of lawn can make.