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Carter Group
- Nov 9
- 1 min
15 ton generator lift
Carter Plant Hire often gets to work with interesting companies. Last week we were lifting a 15-ton containerised generator unit at Red...
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Carter Group
- Oct 12
- 1 min
Topsham timber frame - case study
Carter Plant Hire has been working with Westructure Timber Frame Ltd on a new property in the historic heart of Topsham near Exeter....
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Carter Group
- Oct 5
- 2 min
Operating a mobile crane in high winds
With Autumn now here the wind is getting stronger, which has a knock-on effect on crane operations and, therefore, build schedules. It...
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Carter Group
- Aug 17
- 1 min
St Leonard's Quarter- case study
Carter Plant Hire has been working with Acorn Developments on a prestigious project to provide quality homes. St. Leonard's Quarter is a...
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Carter Group
- Aug 10
- 1 min
The Old Creamery - case study
The historic building, the former Old Creamery, in the heart of Budleigh Salterton is undergoing a major renovation and Carter Plant Hire...
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Carter Group
- Jul 27
- 2 min
Mobile crane operator or HGV driver vacancy
If you have an HGV Category C driving license, we can train you to be a crane operator Carter Plant Hire is currently looking for a...
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Carter Group
- Jul 20
- 1 min
Timber frame construction - a crane makes all the difference
Carter Plant Hire often works with timber frame construction companies.
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Carter Group
- Jun 29
- 1 min
Craning mobile homes - a job with a view
As the summer progresses, there is no let up in the number of mobile homes and caravans that Carter Plant Hire is asked to move - many of...
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Carter Group
- Jun 8
- 2 min
Lifting glazing - when accuracy is key
Lifting glass panels – when a delicate touch is needed.
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Carter Group
- May 18
- 1 min
Lifting timber frame components - case study
Lifting timber frame components with our lorry loader, including: timber frame, structural steels, trusses and spandrel panels.
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Carter Group
- May 11
- 3 min
The role of Appointed Person
When used correctly and with a fully trained and competent lifting team, mobile cranes are one of the safest items of construction...
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Carter Group
- May 4
- 1 min
Carter’s Lift & Shift – a smaller crane for smaller jobs
There are times when you need to lift smaller or lighter items where a full-size mobile crane would be overkill. Carter’s Lift & Shift...
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Carter Group
- Apr 27
- 1 min
Forklift training
Forklifts are standard equipment for a wide range of companies, not just those in construction. This means there is a constant need for...
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Carter Group
- Apr 6
- 1 min
Lifting materials in Exmouth - Case Study
Carter Plant Hire was recently asked to lift materials (aggregate, sand, blocks, etc.) into the back garden of a house in Flora Close,...
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Carter Group
- Mar 24
- 1 min
The Ley Arms - Case study
Carter Plant Hire has again been working with Westucture Timber Frame Ltd on construction of additional accommodation at the Ley Arms at...
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Carter Group
- Mar 16
- 1 min
Collect & Erect roof trusses - Case study
Carter Plant Hire has been working with CW Build to transport and lift roof trusses to a site in Devon. The trusses were collected from...
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Carter Group
- Mar 9
- 1 min
What is grillage?
Mobile cranes, such as those owned and operated by Carter Plant Hire, are often required to work on sites when ground conditions are less...
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Carter Group
- Mar 2
- 1 min
New house at The Nab, Topsham - Case study
For the past few weeks Carter Plant Hire has been working with local building company, Setter & Saunders on a project at The Nab in...
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Carter Group
- Mar 2
- 1 min
Training - cranes, diggers, dumpers and forklifts - most construction plant machinery
Training in the operation of construction plant machinery is essential for anyone working on site. Sites usually require personnel to be...
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Carter Group
- Feb 16
- 1 min
Dryer & Heater for an anaerobic digestion plant - Case study
Carter Plant Hire recently organised collection, delivery and contract lift for a large dryer/heater for an anaerobic digestion plant....
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