A Franna crane, also known as a “pick and carry” crane, is a type of mobile crane widely used in construction, including for roof cladding installation. Unlike traditional cranes, a Franna crane does not have outriggers, allowing it to lift and move loads over short distances on a work site. This makes it particularly useful for jobs in tight or limited-access areas.
Using a Franna Crane for Roof Cladding.
When installing roof cladding, a Franna crane can significantly improve safety and efficiency. It can:
- Lift materials from a delivery truck directly onto the roof frame. This eliminates the need for manual handling of large, heavy, and awkward sheets of cladding, reducing the risk of manual handling injuries.
- Move materials across the site. The Franna’s “pick and carry” capability allows the crane to transport bundles of cladding from one place on site to another without needing to be unpacked or re-packed. This is a major time-saver.
- Precision placement. With a skilled operator, a Franna crane can place materials exactly where they are needed, minimizing the risk of damage to the cladding and speeding up the installation process. No more manual handling or straining hauling roof sheets onto high roofs.
So if you’re wanting to save yourself some time and manual labour, consider a Franna. We’re here to help, servicing Ballarat, Ballan, Bacchus Marsh, Geelong, Melton and Melbourne.