Cranes

Crane Leasing in Chicago, IL

At Floyd Steel Erectors, Inc. in Wood Dale, IL, we work to provide the right cranes to meet your projects requirements. We offer crane rental with experienced Local 150 operators to the greater Chicagoland area. We have 3 - 4 hour minimum charges compared to most companies 4 - 8 hour minimums. Call 630-238-8383 to learn about our cranes and rates.

A crane rental on a project site in Chicago, IL

Crane Services

 

  • 35 ton - 40 ton mobile hydraulic truck cranes
  • Local 150 Operating Engineers
  • 3rd party OSHA inspections on all cranes
  • All cranes stocked with rigging

 

3D Lift Plan

3D lift plan is an advanced way to search the load charts of our cranes to find the best configuration for your project. Here are a few examples of typical crane work that we do:
  • Mechanical/HVAC
  • Steel Erection
  • Generators
  • Electrical Poles
  • Roofing
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Carpentry
  • Hot Tubs
  • Pools
Crane Service — Crane Lifting Boat in Wood Dale, IL

Things to Remember When Ordering a Crane

1. Accurate Measurements
  • How far will the crane be set up from the building?
  • What is the height of the building?
  • How far in does the unit have to go from the edge of the building?

2. Accurate Lift Weight
  • What is the weight of the object or objects that you are lifting?

3. Overhead Obstructions
  • Are there any electrical lines where the crane will be set up that could interfere with the lift?
  • Are there any trees or other objects that could interfere with the lift?

4. Underground Utilities
  • Are there any underground pipes, tanks, sewers, power lines, etc.?

5. Street Permits
  • Will the crane be set up in the road? If so, you may need a city permit.
  • You WILL need to obtain a permit if the crane will be set up on a street in Chicago.

6. Jobsite Accessibility
  • Is the area wide enough for the crane to get through?
  • Is there anything that the crane will have to drive under?
  • Will the crane be able to make tight turns to get onto the job?

7. Special Rigging
  • Are you going to need any special lifting equipment (spreader beam, chains, special shackles)?

Call us at 630-238-8383 to schedule a crane rental today.
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