The new internal van lift!

The V2 Series is the newest in the Tommy Gate line of internal van lifters, and comes standard with:
• Platform Auto Open & Close
• Dual-Function Control
• Retention Ramp
• Flat-Loading Taper
• Aluminium Treadplate Bridge Mounts
• Low-Profile Pump & Motor Box

The latest in liftgate technology, the V2 Series by Tommy Gate provides the maximum platform loading area while occupying the smallest possible space when stored in the rear of the van.

The V2 combines sleek modern engineering with hands-free platform open and close, built-in cart retention ramp, and 500kg of lifting capacity.

For more information give us a call on (08) 8326 6300 or call your local Tommy Gate Specialist – click here for contact details.

New ML110 with 3 function fully proportional radio remote control as standard.

Unique benefits include:
• 3 Function proportional push button ‘lite’ remote system
• Integrated powerpack and control station for compact installation
• Compact and lightweight
• Two or three hydraulic booms for extra reach

The new LITE remote system is more cost effective than previous remote systems while maintaining all the proportional functionality and advantages that come with having a remote control.

The ML110 is packed with unique benefits, to name a few – Powerpack and valve bank all in the same box, compact and light weight, unique options like Maxilift’s quick release base, three hydraulic booms to reach that little bit further, and many different stabiliser options.

Measuring just 750mm wide!, the new Eco Mini Crawler is designed for interior access and retains all the lifting power of our standard models without compromising on operational efficiency.
• 2.9T x 1.4m Capacity
• Max working radius at 8.41m
• Easily wheeled within tight spaces
• Powered by rechargeable battery
• Radio remote control as standard
• Intelligent voice warning system

Introducing the latest in mini crawler crane engineering, the Unic battery powered Eco-Unic model provides fume-free lifting for sensitive environments.

Ideal for food processing plants, airports, clean environments and even cruise ships, this unique mini crawler is powered by a rechargeable battery with no diesel emissions impacting on the surrounding atmosphere.

Measuring just 750mm wide, the new Eco Mini is designed for interior access and retains all the lifting power of our standard models without compromising on operational efficiency.

Alongside cutting-edge technology, this innovative machine is the first Mini Crawler to feature low marking wheels for ultimate manoeuvrability when working on light-coloured or polished floor surfaces, making it the ideal choice for shopping centres, galleries, hospitals and more.

Pre-order yours now! Phone (08) 8326 6300.

The perfect balance between compactness and high performance!  

The ML380 and ML510 models can now be purchased equipped with the unique MaxiJib feature.  The Maxijib is ideal for installation on light and medium vehicles, and will allow the operator to work at heights and in tight spaces with extreme precision and safety.

• ML510 Maxijib – Achieving a height of 9.1m, and a further 5m of lateral reach
• ML380 Maxijib – Achieving a height of 8.1m, and a further 5m of lateral reach
• Maxilift’s Superior Stability Control System
• Proportional 6 function valve bank with multi-function remote control

With the ML510 Maxijib having a max height of 9.1m up and 5m in, those hard to get to jobs will be made easy. If height is all you want than the ML510 has a max working height of 11.9m and the ML380, 11m.  

Both Maxijib cranes come standard with the Maxilift Crane Base for easy installation, and a lap style radio remote control for the upmost precision while operating.  

All flyjib cranes comes standard with a lap style radio remote control for the upmost precision why operating.  

To download the Maxijib brochure, please click here.

Maxilift Australia held a gala dinner at the Stamford Grand Hotel, Glenelg, South Australia on November 23 2019, to celebrate a major milestone, 10 years of business.   

Launching on 20 November 2009, with 3 staff, 1 container of stock, 700 square meters of premises, and two products that included Next Hydraulics and Tommy Gate, we have grown substantially over the past 10 years, and can now boast a $100m total turnover, 35 employees Australia wide, over 40 service and installation locations and 5 great products.

To say that I am grateful and humbled by my team’s success over the past ten years would be an enormous understatement,” said Bob Davis, Managing Director of Maxilift Australia. “I am equally grateful to all of the people who supported us along the way, including our dealers, overseas suppliers service agents and customers. That said, we’re just getting warmed up—our best days are ahead of us.” 

During the evening we were honoured to be able to present six of our team with awards recognising 7 years of service; as well as a fantastic retirement presentation to Tony Kelemen who was celebrated by all in the room for his wonderful effort as a faithful employee of Maxilift Australia

Cranetech Australia Pty Ltd were also gifted a Maxilift M50 crane, serial number 30,000 for their enormous efforts of ‘the largest number of Maxilift Cranes sold over the last 10 year’.

We were so proud and honoured to be able to celebrate this milestone with some many of our friends: suppliers, customers and staff alike.

The festivities continued on into Sunday where our international guest suppliers (Next Hydraulics, Tommy Gate and Unic) along with some interstate and local customers enjoyed the South Australia’s famous wine region McLaren Vale. 

Please see below for photos of a fabulous evening.

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Maxilift Australia and our range of quality lifting equipment (Maxilift, Cobra, Maxistab, Tommy Gate, Unic truck cranes and Unic Mini Crawlers, Effer and Stellar Trye Handlers) have been featured in this months CraneTorque magazine.

Article written by Stuart Martin, of PowerTorque.

To read a copy of the article, please click here.

Both Cargotec (Hiab) and Effer have made press releases stating that Hiab have purchased the Effer cane business.

The Hiab press release (found on the Cargotec website) is very flattering of Effer and also clear in its statement –

“Hiab and Effer are both leading and recognised premium brands within their specific crane segments and application areas, endorsed by loyal customers and trusted partners.  

Effer will continue to operate as part of Hiab under its brand and dealer network.”

Mauro Baldassin – Effers long-standing international sales manager – advises us that he is committed as the ongoing “face of Effer” and that there is no change forecast for any of us – ie that we will continue to operate as the Effer dealer network.

Maxilift Australia, with our partners, have rapidly become a top tier supplier in Australia based on our complete range of products, each of which are world renown in their class.

Our ranges including Maxilift Cranes, with many unique models, Cobra, Maxistab, Unic Crane and Mini Crawlers, Tommy Gate, Stellar Tyre Handlers and, of course, Effer, give us a product range not equalled by any other supplier.

Maxilift Australia have invested heavily in developing the highest level of technical support for all our products.

Customers buying any of our products can be assured of our commitment to maintaining that product with parts and technical support throughout its service life.

We look forward to the opportunities this acquisition presents.

Yours faithfully,
Bob Davis                                                   Kymberly Davis
Managing Director                                      General Manager

Daily, quarterly & annual inspections

Why do I have to check my crane each day before use and fill out my log book?

For two reasons:

1. Safety – It ensures that as the operator of the crane you can use it in complete confidence knowing it is in a safe condition for lifting.
2. Australian Standards – You are required to inspect your crane and keep a record of inspections and maintenance done on the crane. Australian Standards also require cranes to be inspected annually by a competent person or workshop.

Each log book has (in duplicate carbon) one years’ worth of pre-operation, three, six and nine month inspections as well as the annual inspection checklist.

To order your log book, give us a  call on (08) 8326 6300 or email store@maxilift.com.au.

You can benefit from Maxilift Australia’s well established National Service Network

 

National Service Providers

Together with our partners, Maxilift Australia offers over 40 locations across Australia and New Zealand, where your crane can be serviced and maintained to the highest standard by qualified technicians. Our established partnerships, with nationwide factory trained dealers, means you are offered the highest level of technical support and service available for your investment.   

View our National Service Providers here.

Parts & Accessories

Our Head Office is located in Lonsdale, South Australia with a purpose-built spare parts division stocking genuine frequently ordered parts. Our knowledgeable staff will be able to assist with any parts required for your crane or liftgate.
We recommend using original parts, which have been tried, tested and designed to give you the highest quality and performance of your crane or liftgate. This will also increase your uptime and reduce operating costs.

Technical Support

Our factory trained service technicians readily available from our Technical Centre via telephone and email,can assist with all aspects of installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of your crane or liftgate.

Contact us on (08) 8326 6300.

Maxilift Australia is pleased to announce that Ben Castle, who has been with the company since 2010, has been appointed as our new Operations Manager.

Ben’s appointment to Operations Manager comes as a planned leadership and growth transition for the business after our 2^nd Adelaide branch (at Regency Park) was opened in November last year.

As Operations Manager, Ben will be leading the workshop, parts and store team and focusing on:

• Customer service
• Warranty claims
• Quality control
• Job priorities in the workshop & store
• Technical support
• Technical training programs

Background on Ben Castle:

Starting with Maxilift Australia in 2010 as a General Hand, Ben assisted Managing Director Bob Davis to burglar proof the new premises (three premises’ ago) as the final step in the new ‘small’ family business.

Through the years Ben was developed into the ‘one-and-only’ workshop technician, store and spare parts employee.   As the business grew, and more employees came on board, Ben then managed the store for a number of years.

After excelling in the store, the workshop was calling, and the position of Crane Install Manger was filled by Ben.  After years of being in the store and parts department Ben’s knowledge of our cranes, plus previous skills and experienced gained while working at BG Crane was second to none, and his passion shone through in this side of this business.

Ben’s transition to Operations Manager will be smooth as his experience and expertise across the warehouse, store and workshop will provide you, our customer the highest level of service and support.

Ben can be contacted at Maxilift Australia Head Office on phone (08) 8326 6300 or email operations@maxilift.com.au

Maxilift Australia are excited to announce the opening of a new location based in the north of Adelaide, located at 501 South Road, Regency Park.  The new location is the next step in the growth of the company and will provide better service to our clients in not only technical support but also with installations, servicing and maintenance of their VLC fleets.    Maxilift Australia’s headquarters are in Lonsdale, South Australia.

“With this new branch we can reduce costs for our northern based customers with the associated travel time that is takes for cranes, trucks and personnel to reach our site in the south” says General Manager, Kymberly Davis.  “Our customers in the north will receive the same service and level of care that is offered from our head office, including greater technical support from personnel with years of experience.   This branch makes Maxilift Australia the only company in Adelaide to service both the north and south”.

Adding another 6 technicians to the team, means that not only will Adelaide customers receive great service, our national dealers and customers will also receive extended support.

The new northern branch of Maxilift Australia will offer servicing on all makes of cranes and lift gates.  With a highly skilled team Maxilift Australia’s Northern Adelaide branch can also offer our customers the option to service their truck at the same time and location as their crane service.

The prominent location in Regency Park gives our experienced sales team the ability to showcase the northern suburbs with just some of the products supported by Maxilift Australia including Maxilift, Unic, Effer Cranes and Tommy Gate Lift Gates.

For more information contact Maxilift Australia on 08 8326 6300 or email office@maxilift.com.au

Customer feature: Boral

Effer 175-3S model

Sold, installed and delivered by SA Effer dealer RGM Maintenance.

The previous truck mounted crane was reaching its 10 year inspection thus Boral decided to invest in a new crane. This would enable them to take on a greater variety of work. Jeff Cichon, Boral’s Manager explained to RGM Maintenance that “the old crane was struggling to lift equipment in close quarters,” thus the decision to upsize was made. The Effer 175-3S comfortably met their requirements for operations and for the truck.

The crane was delivered and installed by South Australia’s Maxilift dealer RGM Maintenance. RGM Maintenance is the exclusive dealer for all Maxilift Australia products in the northern part of South Australia.

Boral has had the knuckle boom crane now for almost 6 months and the operators are very impressed. Jeff noted that “the simple design of the crane meant that everyone from senior tradesmen to younger apprentices could make use of the crane’s capabilities.”

After a follow-up with the customer RGM Maintenance were told that the crane is used now as a multi-purpose tool for Boral’s concrete and crushing plants. “First of all, we can use it to load up the truck with equipment such as buckets for front-end loaders, which we then transport to the quarries and unload on site… We also use the crane within and on the plant itself, whether than means lifting components, replacing screens or performing physical maintenance on the work site.”

The Effer’s radio remote control allows the operators to do delicate jobs. It allows the operators to move a distance from the crane to gain a better vantage point – it’s safer too. Load placement precision is increased which means time saved on the job too.

Check out the Effer 175 knuckle boom crane brochure here or alternatively contact us or a local dealer in your state.