DSM Contract Lifting Services continues to strengthen its crane hire Cambridge operations with the addition of another Liebherr LTM 1630 crane to the Cambridge depot. The investment supports increasing demand for contract lifting, heavy lifting operations, and specialist crane hire projects across Cambridge and the surrounding areas, while complementing the branch’s existing Böcker AK52 for smaller and restricted-access lifting work.

Glass installation leaves no room for error. DSM recently completed a specialist glass lift, where careful handling and accurate placement were critical from start to finish. Every movement had to be controlled, with the panel lifted, guided, and positioned exactly where it was needed.

Crane Hire Cambridge for Live Construction Sites DSM recently supplied our Böcker AK42 from the Cambridge depot to support a roof truss installation on a live construction site. Roof truss lifts need careful handling, steady control, and reliable reach. When other works are continuing around the site, the lift also needs to be completed efficiently to keep the build programme moving. That’s where the AK42 proved to be the right fit. Why the Böcker AK42 Was the Right Choice Th

Compact Crane Hire for Busy Construction Sites DSM recently supplied our Böcker AK52 to support installation works on a live construction site in the South East. The task involved lifting façade and structural elements within a restricted working area, while multiple trades were active on site. In these environments, space is limited, timing matters, and the right equipment keeps everything moving. This is exactly where the Böcker AK52 comes into its own. Why the Böcker AK52

When Access Is the Challenge Not every site gives you space to work with. On this project, access was extremely restricted - narrow approach, surrounding buildings, and low headroom from scaffolding overhead. The kind of setup where a standard crane simply wouldn’t work. The Right Crane for the Task This is exactly where the LTC1050 comes into its own. Its compact design and flexible setup allowed the team to position the crane within a confined space and still carry out the

DSM at Essex Build Expo 2026 Last week, our Plant Movements Divisional Director, Robert Allum, attended the Essex Build Expo on behalf of DSM. It was a good chance to step away from the day-to-day and actually speak to people face to face - something that still goes a long way in this industry. Catching Up and Meeting New Contacts The event gave us the opportunity to catch up with existing clients and meet new ones across the construction and lifting sector. Some really posit

Strengthening Our Crane Hire Cambridge Operations As DSM continues to grow, our newly opened Cambridge branch is playing a key role in supporting projects across the region. From contract lifting in Cambridge to crane hire and plant movement, having the right people in place is what makes the difference on site. One of those people is Stephen Torrens, Technical Appointed Person (AP). Meet Stephen Torrens, Technical AP Stephen is currently supporting the expansion of our depot