Mini Crawler Crane Inspection & Service
Inspection, service and repair for Maeda, Unic, Jekko and Hoeflon mini crawler cranes from our Thomastown workshop in Melbourne's north. We take care of quarterly, annual and major inspections — including CraneSafe green sticker mediation and crack testing — so your crane stays compliant and on the job.
Inspection types
Three mandatory inspections for mini crawler cranes in Australia
Lincer provides brand-independent inspection and service for all major mini crawler crane brands. Our team works across the full range of models currently operating in the Australian market. In addition to electric versions of each brand, we service the following:
Quarterly
A quarterly inspection must be performed every 3 months or at the manufacturer's specified operating-hour interval, whichever occurs first. This mandatory inspection covers safety-critical systems, including structural integrity, hydraulics, slew mechanisms, wire ropes, hooks, and safety devices.Lincer can schedule inspections around your operational calendar to help minimise downtime while ensuring your equipment remains compliant, safe, and ready for service.
Annual
The annual CraneSafe inspection is a comprehensive assessment carried out once per year by an independent third party. It includes all items covered during the quarterly inspections, together with a more detailed examination of wear components, load-bearing structures, safety systems, and documentation requirements.Lincer can facilitate the CraneSafe inspection process, coordinate any required repairs or rectification work, and return a fully compliant crane ready for service.
Major
A major inspection is a comprehensive assessment carried out when a crane reaches 10 years from its date of manufacture, in accordance with Australian Standard AS 2550.1, Section 7.3.5. The purpose of the inspection is to verify the crane's ongoing safety, structural integrity, and suitability for continued operation.The inspection involves a detailed examination of all structural, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components and may require the disassembly of key systems to allow for a thorough assessment. Major inspections are critical for identifying fatigue, hidden damage, corrosion, cracking, and component wear that may not be detectable during routine inspections or annual assessments.Following the inspection, any required repairs, testing, or component replacements must be completed before the crane can be returned to service. Lincer can manage the entire major inspection process, coordinate specialist testing where required, and return a fully compliant crane ready for continued operation.
CraneSafe & Crack testing
We manage the full compliance process
CraneSafe green sticker
All mini crawler cranes operating on Australian work sites are required to display a valid CraneSafe green sticker. Obtaining the green sticker requires a separate CraneSafe inspection, which many crane owners find time-consuming and logistically difficult to coordinate on top of their existing inspection schedule.
Lincer removes this burden. As a mediator, Lincer books and manages the CraneSafe inspection process on behalf of our customers after each qualifying crane inspection. Rather than chasing a separate booking, your crane goes through the Lincer inspection process and Lincer handles the CraneSafe pathway from start to green sticker.
Crack testing
Crack testing is a non-destructive testing (NDT) procedure required for mini crawler cranes under local Australian standards. The process uses specialised techniques to inspect the crane's structural components for cracks, fatigue, or stress fractures that could compromise safe operation — damage that is often not visible during a standard visual inspection.
Lincer acts as the mediator for the crack testing process. We coordinate and book a specialised external crack testing team who comes directly to our Thomastown workshop to carry out the procedure.
Brands we service in Melbourne
All major mini crawler crane brands
Maeda
MC 174 · MC 258 · MC 305 · MC 405 · LC 785 · and others
Unic
295 · 376 · 546 · 706 · and others
Jekko
All models including MPK series
Hoeflon
All models · including electric versions
Location
Based in Melbourne's north — serving Melbourne & Victoria
Our workshop is in Thomastown, easily accessible from Melbourne's northern suburbs and construction corridors. Bring your crane directly or we can arrange pick-up within Victoria.
Frequently asked questions
How often does a mini crawler crane need to be inspected in Victoria?
Mini crawler cranes in Australia require three types of inspection: a quarterly inspection every three months regardless of hours used, an annual inspection once per year, and a major inspection at intervals set by the manufacturer. All three apply to mini crawler cranes operating on Australian work sites.
Can Lincer get my CraneSafe green sticker in Melbourne?
Yes. Lincer is a CraneSafe mediator. After completing each crane inspection, Lincer books the CraneSafe inspection on your behalf if it is required — managing the full process from inspection through to the green sticker. This removes the time and logistics burden from the crane owner or operator. The service applies to all mini crawler crane brands Lincer services including Maeda, Unic, Jekko, and Hoeflon.
Does Lincer service electric crawler cranes in Melbourne?
Lincer services electric versions of all mini crawler crane brands including Maeda, Unic, Jekko, and Hoeflon. Our team is experienced with the electrical systems, battery management, and specific inspection requirements that apply to electric crawler cranes, in addition to the standard structural and hydraulic inspections.
How do I get my crane to Lincer's Melbourne workshop?
Lincer carries out crane inspections at our workshop in Thomastown, Victoria. We coordinate all transport logistics — booking collection and return so the process is straightforward regardless of your location. If an on-site inspection is required, Lincer can attend your location. On-site visits are organised in advance to ensure all site access and safety requirements are met.