New Jekko spider cranes highlight the importance of specialist lift planning
Mechanical Movements has taken delivery of two compact Jekko spider cranes, the SPX328 Evo and SPX532.2, highlighting restricted-access lifting and machine-specific setup requirements.
Two specialist cranes join the UK fleet
Vertikal reported on 5 October 2026 that Mechanical Movements, a UK industrial-move contractor, has taken delivery of two Jekko spider cranes: the 2.8-tonne SPX328 Evo and the 3.2-tonne SPX532.2. The compact cranes are intended for challenging access environments including data centres, medical facilities and power stations.
The SPX328 Evo has a maximum rated capacity of 2,800kg and a reported pick-and-carry capacity of 350kg. The SPX532.2 has a maximum rated capacity of 3,200kg and a reported pick-and-carry capacity of 400kg. These headline figures are not substitutes for the manufacturer load chart at the actual configuration and radius.
Why compact cranes need detailed planning
A spider crane may fit through a narrow opening but still require careful assessment of outrigger footprint, ground or slab capacity, reaction loads, slew and height constraints, pick-up and set-down positions and travel with a suspended load where permitted.
- Select the exact model and configuration-specific OEM load chart.
- Assess outriggers, mats, supporting slab and ground bearing.
- Check restricted-access routes and setup envelopes.
- Confirm actual lifting radius, headroom and load path.
- Treat pick-and-carry as a distinct operating condition.
- Record the lift drawing, AP review and approval.
LiftPlanProUK application
Specialist crane workflows should keep machine selection, load schedule, ground-bearing assessment and lifting drawing aligned so the actual lift is planned and auditable.
LiftPlanProUK provides planning and management support. Site-specific information must be checked and every lifting operation approved by a competent person.