About Us
Karl Daniel is born and bred in Tauranga. As our founder and operator of Access Mini Cranes, Karl has a rich background in engineering and a deep understanding of the crane industry, having worked with cranes throughout his professional life.
Karl’s experience as a metal fabrication engineer provided him with a deep understanding of how to design and operate machinery, which he used to create a mini crane on a 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser. He soon saw another opening in the market and expanded his fleet with a Hiab.
Access Mini Cranes offers 4×4 Mini Crane solutions across the residential, farming/agricultural, and industrial sectors to access places that others can’t. Whether you require building supplies shifted to the site or your new spa safely lifted onto the deck, Access Mini Cranes can offer professional lift and shift services for all situations. Our crane offers a lift of 2.55 tonnes at a 1.6m reach, and 500kg at a maximum reach (6.8m).
Karl holds several NZQA training certificates to ensure he is up-to-date on the latest safety and operation techniques. Access Mini Cranes is committed to safety, providing top-quality equipment and skilled operators to handle a wide range of lifting and transport needs.


In addition to his extensive experience in the crane industry, Karl has a rich background as a metal fabricator. Karl’s expertise and work ethic led him to be invited to work on projects across the globe, from Antarctica and South America to Australia.
Karl’s international experience as a metal fabricator has given him a broad perspective and an exceptional set of skills that he brings to his work at Access Mini Cranes. His attention to detail, commitment to quality, and expertise in the field ensure that every project he works on is completed to the highest standard.
Trusted Experts For Over 20 Years
We have full, comprehensive insurance, so your property and surroundings are protected in the unlikely event of any damages. Based in Tauranga we service the Bay of Plenty, Waikato and the Central North Island.
Health & Safety
We work hard to follow all health & safety guidelines and our equipment is certified and regularly maintained. Safety and professionalism are at the forefront of what we do.
UNMATCHED EFFICIENCY WITH ACCESS MINI CRANES
Why Choose Us?
Don’t compromise on safety or quality, choose Access Mini Cranes. Our mini cranes are designed to handle even the most challenging lifts, with the ability to navigate through tight spaces.
Choosing Access Mini Cranes means choosing a trusted partner that is committed to providing exceptional service and top-quality equipment.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you with your next lift and transport project in Tauranga, Hamilton, Auckland and the wider central North Island.
Operating Director

Trusted Mini Crane Hire
You can expect top-quality equipment and a skilled operator who has the experience and expertise to handle a wide range of lifting and transport needs.

Lift and Transport Solutions
We offer a range of crane options to meet your lifting needs. Our crane transport services will simplify your next lifting project and will ensure a smooth and safe transport process.

Focus On Health & Safety
At Access Mini Cranes, we prioritise safety, and we take all necessary precautions to ensure that your load is transported safely and securely.
Posted on Janice DOctober 16, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, would recommend 100%Posted on Liam GillOctober 7, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome service, no hassles get a cabin moved from Hamilton to katikati. Has great communication with times. Affordable prices, highly recommended. Would use againPosted on M SagerSeptember 19, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Karl was great to deal with from start to finish. He picked up our 5m² pod from Whakatāne and brought it back to Tauranga for placement. The whole process was straightforward and stress-free. We were impressed with how quickly it all went and wouldn't hesitate to call on him again. Highly recommend Karl and Access Mini Cranes to anyone needing this kind of service!Posted on Kylie HenleySeptember 18, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used this company to move a spa pool over our fence, onto the deck. Great communication and did the job well. Would use again!Posted on Gregory EvansJuly 4, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carl was professional, smart and very easy to deal with. He came with practical knowledge on how to re-level and support my deck. If you are shopping around, for a lift, or move of any sort look no further.Posted on Matt NielsenJune 10, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. By far the best crane service in the Bay of Plenty. I use access mini cranes quite often and Karl is always a pleasure to deal with , fair Price and always shows up on time. Definitely wouldn’t hesitate to use again .Posted on Craig PurserJanuary 8, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Daniel provided excellent service. He was prompt, friendly, and efficient. He made moving heavy items look easy. We highly recommend him to others.Posted on Barbara SendallJanuary 8, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Karl and Barry worked quietly and methodically when they relocated my partially deaf friends cabin. He has some really modern gear and manage to work in a very restricted area. Great blokes that seem to enjoy the challenge before them. Definitely choose Access Mini Cranes.Posted on Dave ShortDecember 9, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys are on it .. great service , the knowledge and skill these guys have has been so much help in getting a good variety of jobs sorted

