Telehandler hire rates in South Australia depend on the machine, the term, and what the job site demands. At Total Plant Hire, telehandlers are dry hire only — you operate the machine, we look after the mechanical side. From short term hire for a single lift through to long term contracts on civil and mining … Read more

Moving a dry hire fleet of earthmoving equipment from Western Australia to South Australia is not a simple matter of putting machines on a float and pointing them east. It involves logistics, biosecurity, quarantine inspection at the WA SA border, and careful planning to comply with the entry requirements of both state and quarantine borders. … Read more

On any construction or mining site in Adelaide and across South Australia, dust suppression is not optional. It is a site safety, environmental compliance and neighbour relations issue all at once. Water cart hire is the most direct way to bring controlling dust under control on a daily basis — and Total Plant Hire has … Read more

If you need to move a car, forklift, mini excavator or sea container around Perth, a tilt tray truck is usually the cheapest, fastest way to do it. Day rates vary a lot, though — and so does what’s actually included in that rate. This guide breaks down typical tilt tray hire prices in Perth, … Read more

The Caterpillar 226 is one of the most-used compact skid steer loaders on Australian sites. Light enough for tight spaces, powerful enough for serious dirt work, and backed by Cat technologies that keep it running in WA conditions. Below are the full operating specifications for the current 226D3 model — weight, engine, hydraulics, dimensions, performance … Read more

“Mine spec” is one of the most misused terms in WA hire. Half the operators advertising mine spec vehicle hire don’t actually carry the kit a Tier 1 site requires; the other half load extras you don’t need and bill for them. If you’re hiring a 4×4 ute, fitter truck or flatbed for a job … Read more

Mine-Spec Prime Movers & Low Loaders for Dry Hire in WA When you need dependable heavy haulage Perth to Pinjarra, the right equipment makes all the difference. Whether you’re relocating construction equipment, mining machinery or oversized loads, having compliant prime movers and low loaders is essential for safe and efficient transport across Western Australia. At … Read more

Reliable Dry Hire Water Carts for Civil & Mining Sites in WA Controlling dust on an active site isn’t optional — it’s critical for safety, compliance and productivity. If you’re looking for water cart hire for dust suppression in Pinjarra, choosing the right fleet and hire structure makes all the difference. Across Pinjarra, Perth and … Read more

Key takeaways Tipper trailer hire for efficient bulk material transport gives you flexible, cost-effective access to purpose-built tippers without owning capital equipment. Side tipper trailers and tipper trucks are ideal for fast, controlled unloading of bulk materials like sand, gravel and rocks. In Western Australia (WA), tipper hire supports construction, mining, civil and agriculture industries … Read more

What is a skeletal trailer? Key takeaways A skeletal trailer (also called a skeleton trailer) is a purpose-built trailer designed to carry containers, not loose freight. It’s a core piece of equipment for container transport in Australia, linking ports, depots and customers in the supply chain. Skeletal trailers come in different configurations and sizes to … Read more