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Nortons Hiab Services Ltd — Manchester

North West, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · M40 8HD

Company overview

Nortons Hiab Services Ltd is an independent HIAB lorry-mounted crane and haulage operator based in Manchester, North West England. Established in 2007, the company has grown from a single vehicle to a large fleet specialising in lifting, transportation, and logistics across the UK. As a freight forwarder in Manchester, Nortons offers nationwide haulage, crane hire, and specialist transport services for equipment, machinery, components, and oversized loads. Their fleet includes rigid and articulated vehicles with HIAB cranes ranging from 280 to 855XS-8 capacity, lowloaders, and Moffett-mounted forklift trucks. The freight forwarder North West operates seven days a week and serves construction, engineering, and general haulage industries. Services include portable cabin delivery, shipping container transport, wide load haulage, modular building transport, and risk assessment/RAMS documentation. Nortons holds memberships with HIAB, ALLMI, FTA, FORS Bronze, and CPCS, demonstrating commitment to safety and professional standards.

Services offered

HIAB Crane Hire

Provision of lorry-mounted HIAB lifting equipment ranging from 280 to 855XS-8 capacity. Available for individual or multi-lift operations across rigid, wagon and drag, and articulated configurations.

UK National Haulage & Transportation

Nationwide freight transport and distribution services for equipment, machinery, components, and general cargo. Coverage extends to any UK destination from their Manchester base.

Portable Cabin Sales & Delivery

Supply and transport of portable cabins with delivery and installation services utilising HIAB crane equipment.

Shipping Container Delivery & Transport

Specialist transport and delivery of shipping containers with lifting and placement capabilities.

Wide Load & Oversized Cargo Transport

Transportation of wide and oversized loads using specialised vehicles and equipment to manage placement and delivery.

Health & Safety & Risk Assessment Services

Provision of Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), Lift Plans, and on-site Health & Safety guidance from dedicated appointed persons.

Festival & Event Kiosk Transport

Specialist transport and setup of festival kiosks and event equipment including RNLI and similar portable structures.

Statue & Sculpture Transportation

Bespoke transport services for high-value, delicate, or irregularly-shaped items such as statues and sculptures.

Modular Building Transportation

Transport and delivery of modular building units with expert lifting and installation services.

Lowloader & Flatbed Services

Provision of lowloader and articulated flatbed vehicles for specialist haulage requirements.

Location and coverage

Nortons Hiab Services Ltd is based at Norton St, Manchester, M40 8HD. They serve businesses across North West and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What is the geographic coverage for Nortons Hiab Services?
Nortons operates from their Manchester base and provides nationwide transportation and haulage services throughout the UK. They cover all UK destinations for both local and national delivery and distribution requirements. The company operates seven days a week to service clients across all regions.
What types of cargo can Nortons transport?
Nortons specialises in lifting and transporting equipment, machinery, components, portable cabins, shipping containers, wide loads, statues and sculptures, modular buildings, and festival kiosks. Their fleet includes HIAB cranes, lowloaders, Moffett-mounted forklifts, and articulated flatbeds to accommodate various cargo types. They can handle both individual and multi-lift operations.
Do Nortons provide Health & Safety and risk assessment documentation?
Yes. Nortons employs dedicated Health & Safety personnel and Appointed Persons who provide guidance on all operational aspects. They submit fully detailed Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) and Lift Plans as required, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations for complex lifting operations.
What HIAB crane capacities are available?
Nortons operates a large fleet with HIAB cranes ranging from 280 to 855XS-8 capacity. The fleet includes 6-wheeler units (280-4), through to 700XS-8, drag bar units with HIAB 400, tractor units with HIAB 550, and models from 600 to 855XS-8 in rigid, wagon and drag, and articulated configurations.
How do I request a quote for services?
Nortons offers competitive pricing quotes for all requirements regardless of size or destination. Customers can request a quote through their website, contact them via telephone (0161 277 8490 or 0161 205 8363), email (info@nortonshiabservices.co.uk), or WhatsApp (+447968345375) to discuss specific requirements and receive a tailored quotation.

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