The Project Background
As underground cable handling and pipeline installations surge across Australia, contractors are under pressure to meet rising demands with heavier cable reels, tighter safety regulations, and more complex terrain. Legend Hire was approached to provide a smarter solution that could handle these evolving challenges without compromising on speed or safety.
The Real Problem on Site
Crews were running into the same issues over and over:
- Too much time wasted levelling gear on uneven ground
- Equipment that couldn’t handle the weight of new reel sizes
- Safety protocols being pushed to the limit with tools that just weren’t made for the job
The fix couldn’t just be a bigger reel stand. It had to be safer, faster to set up, and flexible enough for real-world conditions.
The Solution We Delivered
We brought in the OMAC F155.C reel-stand, a serious upgrade built for high-capacity underground cable handling work. But more importantly, we brought the support, setup, and site knowledge that made the equipment actually useful.
Technology Delivered:
- OMAC F155.C Reel-Stand (Pair Configuration) – Handles up to 90-ton steel reels
- Independent Hydraulic Lifting – Allows precise leveling even on sloped or uneven terrain
- Tail-Stock Design – Speeds up reel changes and reduces manual handling risks
- Detachable Frame Feet – Makes it compatible with multiple reel sizes
- Hydraulic Power Pack System & Custom Add-Ons – Tailored to site needs
Services Provided:
- Pre-configured delivery and site mobilisation
- On-site setup, crew training, and consultation based on terrain and reel specs
- 24/7 support for mission-critical jobs
- Scalable fleet options for staged or fast-track rollouts
The Impact on the Ground
Contractors saw the difference immediately:
- Setup time dropped by over 30%
- Fewer manual adjustments meant fewer injuries and errors
- Crews had more confidence working in regulated environments
- Reel transitions ran smoother, even mid-project
Contractors reported not just improved performance, but a noticeable difference in ease of use, safety, and support. Even partial project trials convinced teams to adopt the system across entire rollouts.
Where It’s Being Used
This system is now out in the field across:
- High-voltage underground cable installs
- Long-distance pipeline and transmission corridors
- Remote or sloped access sites
- Emergency and live cable upgrades
Why Contractors Trust Legend Hire
What sets Legend Hire apart isn’t just access to high-end equipment. It’s how we show up.
- We work with you to understand project constraints and not just hand over gear
- We train your crew, support your site, and stay on call until the job’s done
- We only bring in technology that we’ve vetted, tested, and can fully stand behind
- And we move fast because downtime isn’t just costly, it’s unacceptable
That’s why major contractors trust Legend Hire when the margin for error is zero and the terrain doesn’t cooperate.