The term Hiab derives from the repeatedly used abbreviation of Hydrauliska Industri AB, a corporation founded in Hudiksvall, Sweden 1944 by Eric Sundin, a ski manufacturer who saw some way to take advantage of a truck’s engine to power loader cranes through the utilization of mechanics.
HIAB lorry hire is ideal for loading and unloading heavy objects from the back of the transport vehicle.
Chris Bennett (HH) Ltd operate a modern fleet of high specification lorries enabling us to provide HIABs throughout the UK.
For more information about the services we can provide, call 0161 406 8466 or e-mail us at sales@chrisbennett.co.uk
Operating on a daily or half-day rental basis, or on an individual quotation, we provide the perfect third party solution for all your specialist transport requirements including portacabins, containers and industrial equipment.
With highly versatile pieces of equipment, we are able to manoeuvre heavy and awkward objects into tight or restricted spaces. The HIAB capabilities along with the extensive experience of our drivers allow us to provide professional HIAB lorry services throughout the UK. Our drivers are fully trained in the use of this specialist equipment.
We have both rigid and tractor-mounted cranes in our fleet. The tractor-mounted HIABs are able to be combined with a variety of standard and specialist trailers whichever is required to accommodate the load. We can offer over 40 years of road transport experience to guarantee a first-class service to our customers.
Site surveys can be conducted to ensure safe movement and transportation of abnormal loads.
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Please send my thanks on to your delivery driver and escort for their help although I did make 4 cups of coffee something I don’t usually do!
I just wanted to email to express my gratitude for the fantastic service that you have provided us over the last couple of months, moving our loads from Ince to Sheffield. This has proven to be a smooth operation and your involvement has certainly enhanced the service, so again thank you. Alan and Andy you have both been so accommodating and you have both provided a great service.