Rigging & Lifting Equipment

A rigging machine generally refers to equipment used to lift, position, secure, or move heavy loads in industrial settings. This can include cranes, hoists, gantries, slings, spreader bars, jacks, and specialized transport systems. In practice, rigging is less about one single machine and more about a coordinated system of lifting equipment, hardware, planning, and trained personnel working together safely.

Common rigging equipment includes cranes, chain hoists, wire rope slings, synthetic slings, shackles, hooks, spreader bars, lifting beams, jacks, rollers, skates, and load securement hardware. For industrial projects, equipment may also include heavy haul trailers and alignment tools. The right combination depends on load weight, center of gravity, clearance, travel path, and installation requirements.

Rigging and lifting equipment is commonly needed for machinery installation, plant relocations, production line moves, heavy equipment setting, structural steel handling, and oversized load transport. It is especially important when loads are too heavy, sensitive, or complex for standard forklifts or general material handling methods. Proper rigging helps protect equipment, personnel, schedules, and surrounding infrastructure.

IPS offers single lift capabilities up to 800 tons, allowing the team to support a wide range of heavy industrial lifting projects. Capacity planning depends on the load itself, lift radius, site conditions, access constraints, and the equipment required for safe execution. For complex jobs, IPS coordinates the right lifting method, support gear, and project disciplines to match the application.

Yes. IPS supports machinery and equipment relocation intrastate, interstate, and out of the country. The company also has experience with permitting oversized loads and coordinating border crossings, which is critical for heavy haul and cross-border industrial moves. This broader logistics capability helps clients manage transportation, timing, and compliance more efficiently under one provider.

Safe lifting starts with planning, load evaluation, equipment selection, and trained personnel. IPS follows OSHA/TOSHA compliant safety policies and procedures and uses experienced crews to manage lift execution. Important safety factors include load weight verification, rigging configuration, site access, communication protocols, ground conditions, and maintaining proper clearances throughout the move or installation.

IPS provides more than lifting equipment alone. The company offers turn-key industrial support that can include crane and rigging, machinery moving, heavy haul, millwright services, fabrication, mechanical work, and project management. This integrated approach reduces coordination issues between vendors, helps maintain schedules, and gives clients a single point of accountability for complex industrial work.

Start by gathering equipment dimensions, estimated weight, pickup and set locations, utility or access constraints, production timing, and any OEM requirements. Photos, layout drawings, and site details are also helpful. With that information, IPS can evaluate the scope, identify the right lifting and transport methods, and build a plan that supports safety, efficiency, and minimal operational disruption.