Babcock is a leading supplier of
plant hire services throughout southern Africa, specialising in
mobile cranes, welding and mechanical construction plant. The
company's custom developed information system is used to control
the movement and invoicing of the more than 14 000 items.
Lifting and Hoisting
Plant
Babcock has a comprehensive range of chain, lever and
electric hoist equipment for a wide range of construction and
lifting requirements. These include 2, 3 and 4.5t capacity
pneumatic and 5, 10 and 20t capacity electric powered winches. Our
inventory also includes a varied selection of chain blocks
including 2 and 3t (both long and short) and 5 to 30t units.Other
lifting equipment includes 3 to 49t snatch blocks, 3 to 6t lever
blocks, 1.5 to 3t tirfors, 10 to 20t mechanical jacks, 25 to 400t
hydraulic remote jacks and 20 to 100t bottle jacks.Inspections and
load testing are carried out by our qualified Lifting Machine
Entity (LMEs) and Lifting Machine Inspectors (LMIs). This, and all
maintenance and repair work is completed in our comprehensively
equipped workshop by experienced and qualified staff.
Welding and Electrical
Plant
Welding plant includes petrol powered welders, 600A squirt
welders and DC 600 CO² welders c/w wire feeders. Our range also
includes 220V, 300A, 400A and 600A inverters. Step-down
transformers come in 40, 100 and 150kVA 525-380V.The various
distribution boards in our range are 4-6 way, 8-12 way and 8-15 way
220V-380V, 15 way 220V and 8-12 way 380V-525V.
Generators
Diesel powered generator sets ranging from 5 to 300kVA
capacity. The 50 and 60kVA generators allow for the simultaneous
addition of between 1 and 4 inverters as well as other electrical
plant.
Gear
Babcock has a complete range of gear for all your
construction needs including hotbox elements, wire feeders, 12-38mm
impact wrenches, drying and baking ovens, 220V extraction fans,
hand remote controls including battery and 220V electric time
clocks.A range of cutting and grinding equipment includes plasma,
gamma and abrasive cutters plus 40-200mm pneumatic and electric
grinders. Survey equipment includes theodolites and dumpy
levels.
All Terrain Cranes
Our fleet of all terrain cranes offer clients the
versatility of conducting lifting jobs for both on- and off-road
construction projects in the capacity range of 27,5 to 240t. These
cranes can be transported to site on a company owned fleet of
trucks.
Rough Terrain
Cranes
The rough terrain crane fleet comprises of 15 to 40t
capacity units. As the name implies, they are capable of traversing
very rough terrain to reach their working location on confined,
unprepared or remote sites. These versatile units have a 'pick and
carry' capability which makes on-site moving of material
possible.
Truck Mounted
Cranes
Our truck mounted cranes are roadworthy and licensed and
available from 20 to 60t lifting capacity. Various hydraulic fly
jibs, winches and other attachments are available for hire with
these units.
Trucks and Lowbeds
Trucks and lowbeds are available to transport our major
plant to site and are available for hire to our clients. Our fleet
consists of 54 and 100t lowbeds, semi-trailer(s) and an 8t truck
with high-up.
Telehandlers and
Forklifts
Babcock has a fleet of 3.5t telehandlers which are all
available with fork, bucket, extension and man-cage attachments.
Forklifts have 3 and 4t lift capacity.
Tractors and
Trailers
Two-wheel drive tractors and two- and four-wheel drive
tractors fitted with hydraulic cranes are available. Optional site
trailers of 8-10t, 15-20t and 25-30t capacity and both small and
large diesel bowser trailers are also available for
hire.
Plant Operations and
Workshops
Babcock values each opportunity to quote on tender or
contractual work for both the small professional and large
contractor. Our flexibility allows us to offer customers package
deals for specific contracts such as shutdown or conventional
individual and casual hire.Our competitive advantage stems from the
transfer of significant experience and knowledge within the Babcock
group in construction related industries in South Africa. This
gives us unique insight of how to perform optimally in these
markets.Our training and development programs ensure that our
people develop and refine their skills and capabilities. Training
forms a key element within Babcock and we are accredited to train
our crane operators in codes 1, 2, 11 and 33 - 40.Our qualified
LMEs and LMIs ensure that all our cranes and lifting equipment is
regularly tested and legally compliant, thereby ensuring high
safety standards.A fully equipped workshop facility with a
compliment of qualified dedicated field service mechanics and
technicians allows Babcock to maintain and service our plant and
gear whilst being available to attend to on-site matters when they
arise.