About Cranston Plant
Formed in 1982 to distribute and service the world-leading Bobcat brand of compact equipment, Cranston Plant has, through specialising in one brand only, firmly established themselves as the clear leader in this market sector.
Through a commitment to excellence in the supply and service of Bobcat products, coupled with continued investment in an expanding product line - which now includes skid steer loaders, tracked loaders,all wheel-steer and articulated loaders, mini and midi excavators, telescopic handlers plus over 70 attachments. This extensive product line will ensure finding the right machine or attachment to fulfil most requirements.
This is backed by a dedicated service and spares facility operating from within 6500sq.ft. of modern work-shop, stores and office space equipped with the latest technology and up to date equipment.
On-site support is provided by factory trained engineers operating from fully equipped vans and a comprehensive spares inventory assuring you of the best 'off the shelf facility in this industry.
With a large range of machines and attachments available ex-stock, lead times for new orders are kept to a minimum, alleviating the panic for new equipment when that 'must have immediately' situation arises.
A selection of good used equipment is always available and can be offered in a variety of conditions, from ex-site to fully refurbished. Various finance and service packages can be tailored to individual needs.
When the Bobcat company invented the first skid steer loader back in 1958, it also established a platform for a whole new industry - the Compact Plant Industry.
Now a major business with Bobcat the well recognised and respected world market leader, owners and users all over the world have benefited from innovative design, precision manufacture, high quality durable components and not least, the support of a worldwide network of Bobcat distributorships and factory trained technicians.
Having produced the 500,000 loader in February 2001, (and with the 1,000,000 mark destined to be reached in record time), the diversity and excellence of the products are widely acknowledged as the best available. With a range of compact loaders (on wheels or tracks), compact excavators from 1 to 12.5 tonnes and telescopic handlers offering lift capacities from 2.25 to 4.0 tonnes and heights up to 17 metres, this plant is widely accepted as the mainstay for many applications.
With three factories dedicated to producing a range of over 70 attachments for an unlimited number of jobs, this versatility increases productivity and translates directly to greater profitability.
Renowned for their durability, long service life, low operating costs and excellent resale values, backed by distributors committed to providing a top quality service and wide ranging stocks of spare parts, you are assured of a sound investment in the finest products available today.