Precast Concrete

Combilift’s Straddle Carrier Range offer the best method for handling precast concrete, whether it is hollow core, slabs, beams or concrete pipe. A wide range of attachments means it is completely customisable to suit your specific handling requirements.

Combilift’s Straddle Carrier Range, featuring the Combi-SC, Combi-MG Mobile Gantry, and Combi-SBT, excels in handling precast concrete products. Whether you’re managing hollow core panels, slabs, beams, or pipes, these machines are designed to handle these tasks with precision and ease. The Combi-SC is particularly versatile, equipped with a range of attachments that allow it to be customised for specific handling needs on site.

For improved efficiency, the Combi-MG Mobile Gantry integrates with the Combi-SC, providing added manoeuvrability and lifting power for handling complex precast concrete tasks. The COMBi-SBT offers specialised support for precise management of precast elements. Combined, these solutions deliver a thorough approach to handling precast concrete, enhancing both safety and productivity.

reduced operational cost

Straddle carriers reduce operational costs by optimising load handling and enhancing efficiency.

Highly customisable

Combilift's Straddle Carrier range is highly customisable, with a variety of attachments to meet specific handling needs.

Increased Safety

Combilift's straddle carriers significantly enhance safety by providing stable, precise handling and visability.

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Experience unmatched efficiency with our Precast Concrete Straddle Carrier range, engineered specifically for the demands of precast concrete construction. This versatile and cost-effective solution ensures the rapid and secure handling of heavy concrete elements, from beams to slabs. With the capability to lift and transport various sizes and weights of precast components, these carriers offer 360° driver visibility, allowing for precise maneuvering. The system can off-load concrete elements from trailer to ground in under two minutes, significantly streamlining your operations. Optional features like an automatic top-lift spreader and telescopic function provide enhanced flexibility for navigating tight spaces and handling delicate or oversized concrete pieces, making these carriers indispensable for any precast concrete project.

Increase Safety, Storage and Efficiency when handling precast concrete by Investing in Combilift.

Improve Productivity and Storage

The Combi-SC greatly improves productivity and site efficiency. Full loads of precast concrete can be lifted from the ground and loaded directly onto a trailer in a single operation. Site Storage capacity can be considerably improved because of the Combi-SC’s ability to work in narrow aisles and utilise 1 over 1 storage.

Grapple Arms for handling Precast Concrete.

This machine has a special attachment with grapple arms that move in and hook into skids at the front and rear of concrete sections. Grapple arms can move up and down on trolley’s depending on the length of load to be lifted. The driver does not have to exit the cab – the machine is 3 wheel drive due to the large dimensions of the truck.

Remote control option

Combilift’s remote control option for the Combi-SC enhances safety and productivity in handling precast concrete. It improves visibility, simplifies rigging alignment, and eliminates the need for a spotter, boosting ROI. The remote control allows precise load placement and full monitoring of the machine in narrow aisles.

Combi-SC3 STANDARD CHAIN

The Combi-SC is the most cost-effective solution for handling 20, 30, 40, and 45ft containers. Its unique three-wheel design makes it the most manoeuvrable container handling solution on the market, ensuring efficient operations even in tight spaces.

Ergonomic cab
Side Shift Front & Rear
Loading from trailer to ground
Suitable for 5-7 containers p/hr
Low ground Presence
360 degree vision
Puncture proof tyres

SC3TA TELESCOPIC CHAIN

The Combi-SC's patented telescopic function allows it to effortlessly pass through low doorways and double-stack containers when required, providing greater versatility and efficiency in handling operations.

Container Double Stacking
Warehouse Internal/External Access
Low doorway operations
Easy to service
5-7 containers p/hr
Ergonomic cab
360 degree vision

Combi-SC3TA TELESCOPIC TOPLIFT

High volume, Straddle carriers for the loading and unloading of containers with telescopic function giving the ability to double stack containers. The Toplift attachment enables the handling of over 12 containers per hour.

Container Double Stacking
Low Doorway Operations
12 – 15 containers p/hr
360 Degree Vision
No brake maintenance
Low ground pressure
Warehouse Internal/External access

Combi-XPRESS Carrier

Combilift’s Xpress Carrier offers safe and efficient solutions for handling even the most extreme loads, making it ideal for transporting containers over long distances. Designed for heavy-duty applications, it ensures reliable performance and ease of operation, even in challenging conditions.

Low centre of gravity
360 degree cabin vision
Eliminates terminal tractors
3 speed hydrostatic drive 25 km/h
Fast twist locking system
Large pneumatic tyres
Safer & faster handling of containers

COMBI-SC 3-HIGH

The COMBI-SC 3-HIGH Container Handler delivers unmatched performance with features that boost security, comfort, and efficiency. It ensures optimal tracking with 2 Wheel Drive, precise control with 2 Wheel Braking, and effortless manoeuvrability with All Wheel Steer,

20’, 30’, 40’, 45’ Containers
Independent Sideshift
Easy access cab
Includes Combi Connect
Guided spreader
Multiview camera system
4 steering modes

COMBI-MG

Highly customisable to fit any load handling challenge. The COMBi-MG is highly adaptable to your needs and can be built to dimensions specifically to suit your application. It can be fitted with a very wide range of lifting accessories to suit any application or industry.

6 steering options
Proportional Remote Control
Independent telescopic
Rotating C-Hook for Coils
All wheel drive
DAS (parking sensors)
Lift capacity from 20t to 150t

Stacking Concrete

With maximum storage and visibility key to this customer, these Combi-MG’s were designed to suit a customer’s yard layout which allowed for 4 stacks wide plus 1 trucking lane for loading. Visibility across the stacks was dramatically improved with the addition of raised platforms on the machine that enables the operator to pick specific stacks if needed.

Tailored specifically to suit our Customer's needs

This Combilift Straddle Carrier was designed to suit an attachment the customer already owned which lifts these concrete panels by a vacuum. Coupled with our machine, the Straddle Carrier helps to provide maximum storage and excellent visibility due to its design and raised operator cabin.

The Perfect Solution for Lifting Concrete Pipes

The Combi-SC is telescopic allowing it to lift pipes out from the front of a row of pipes, it also reduces the risk of the pipe end breaking, being damaged causing defects or incorrect pipe alignment.

Customisable features and the ability to maximise storage make it essential for managing modular construction components smoothly and safely.