Premier Cranes & Rigging

On jobs like this, it’s never just about the weight.
There’s a lot more going on behind the scenes before anything leaves the ground.

Things like:

Lift radius - capacity drops the further you reach
Ground conditions - outriggers need to spread the load properly
Crane level - cranes don’t like working out of level
Rigging - sling angles and their WLL make a big difference
Exclusion zones - keeping people well clear of the lift

Most of the work happens in the planning: checks, reviews, and making sure everything is set up properly before the first move.

Because safe lifting isn’t just picking it up… it’s understanding everything that could affect it first.

Our Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 units are serious lifters and a key part of the fleet when larger capacity are required.

One of the standout features is the VarioBallast system, allowing the ballast radius to be adjusted depending on site conditions.

When space is available, the ballast can be opened up for maximum lifting capacity. When working around site obstructions or tighter setup conditions, it can be pulled in to help suit the available area.

That flexibility can make a big difference on live construction sites where no two setups are the same.

With two 250T Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 units in the fleet, we are ready to support your next heavy lift.

For this Dangerous Goods precast install, our team deployed the Liebherr LTM1250-5.1 to safely install structural panels weighing up to 10.15 tonnes within a tight building envelope.

Configured with 88 tonnes of counterweight and a 51.9m main boom, the crane operated at a 37.5m radius to accurately place each panel against the structure.

With limited access and close-quarter positioning, control was critical.
Tag lines were used to guide the load, while constant communication between the crew ensured each panel was landed safely and precisely.

Precast installs like this might look straightforward… but as always, the real work happens when the crew make it happen onsite, that is after the planning, rigging, and behind the scenes work is complete.

Another lift completed the Premier way.

Explore how pride, ownership, and mindset play a major role in creating safer, stronger, and more efficient worksites.

Read more in our latest blog: https://www.premiercranes.com.au/blog