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Business is booming!
Business is increasing fast now we are out of lockdown. Carter Plant Hire has seen a huge increase in work, especially Contract Lifts...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20202 min read


A smaller crane to lift smaller items
When lifting smaller or lighter items where a full-size mobile crane would be overkill, Carter's can provide a cost-effective solution...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20201 min read


A delicate touch - lifting glass
You may have watched that moment of jeopardy in TV building projects, when enormous panes of glass are lifted into place...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20202 min read


A day in the life of a crane operator
Yesterday was a typical day in my week – all go from start to finish...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20202 min read


The role of Appointed Person
When used correctly and with a competent lifting team, mobile cranes are one of the safest items of construction equipment...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20203 min read


Want to be a mobile crane operator?
It is a legal requirement for anyone operating a crane to be fully qualified, and there are additional qualifications for a mobile crane ...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20203 min read


Rules & Regs for mobile cranes
If you are planning to hire a mobile crane it is important you are aware of the legal requirements of operating cranes safely...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20205 min read


Contract Lift vs. Crane Hire – which is right for you?
The CPA publishes a standard set of T&Cs that are widely used in the Crane and Plant-Hire industry, offering a robust legal framework...
Carter Group
Sep 17, 20203 min read


Lifting small boats
There are usually two key times in the year for boat owners: spring and autumn. At these times having a trusted crane operator is vital...
Carter Group
Sep 15, 20203 min read


Lifting mobile homes, caravans and lodges
There are specific challenges when it comes to lifting mobile homes, caravans and lodges into place...
Carter Group
Sep 15, 20203 min read
