About Us
For over 30 years FB Cranes has delivered safe, precise and reliable heavy lifting solutions trusted by Southern Africa’s leading industries.
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Over 30 Years of Lifting
South Africa Higher
FB Cranes delivers safe, precise, and efficient lifting solutions trusted by Southern Africa’s leading industries — from manufacturing to mining.
Founded in 1992 by Frans Best, FB Cranes has grown from a two-person workshop into a leading lifting solutions provider with over 50 skilled professionals.
From our 1 300 m² Wadeville factory and Rustenburg facility, we design, manufacture, and maintain cranes that set the standard for quality, innovation, and reliability.
Trusted for: Overhead Cranes · Hoists · Inspections · Maintenance · 24/7 Support
The Meaning of ‘FB’
A Legacy of Dedication & Precision.
The FB in FB Cranes honours Frans Best, our founder, whose vision built a legacy of excellence, reliability, and precision engineering.
More than a name, FB represents our philosophy — combining craftsmanship, compliance, and care in every lift we deliver.
Our Journey
From Local Workshop to Industry Leader
What started in a small Wadeville workshop has become a trusted regional brand serving South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, and beyond.
Our growth reflects one commitment: to keep industries moving safely and efficiently through superior crane manufacturing, repair, and service excellence.
Our Core Values
The Pillars of Our Success.
At FB Cranes, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. These values include:
Excellence
We engineer to ISO standards and never compromise on quality.
Safety
Every build and inspection prioritises people and performance.
Innovation
We listen, adapt, and deliver tailored lifting solutions that work.
Customer Focus
We listen, adapt, and deliver tailored lifting solutions that work.
Our Vision
To be Southern Africa’s most trusted name in lifting machinery and services.
Our Mission
To deliver safe, cost-effective, and innovative lifting solutions that empower our clients to perform at their best — every shift, every lift.
Leadership Team
Our leadership team combines over three decades of industry experience with hands-on technical expertise. We believe strong leadership means being both strategic and grounded — balancing vision with real-world know-how.
Certification Documentation
ISO-Certified. Industry-Approved.
ISO-Certified. Industry-Approved.
We hold full certification under:
ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 | ISO 45001 | LME 095
These accreditations reflect our commitment to quality management, environmental care, and occupational safety.
Contact us to request our certification documents.
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Discover Our Diverse Range of Solutions
From cranes and hoists to remotes and rigging, FB Cranes delivers the tools that power South Africa’s heavy industry.