Equipment Rigging Contractor

Common Equipment Rigging Projects

1) Machinery Setting and Installation

Machinery setting requires more than lifting equipment into place. The equipment must be placed accurately so crews can complete alignment, anchoring, grouting, and tie-ins without rework.

Typical equipment includes:

• Pumps and pump skids
• Compressors and blowers
• Motors and gearboxes
• Generators and packaged utility systems
• Fans and rotating equipment
• Industrial process equipment

2) Equipment Removal and Replacement

When aging or failed equipment must be replaced, rigging must be planned around access limitations, surrounding equipment, and downtime constraints.

This work often includes:

• Disconnect and removal coordination
• Controlled lifting or sliding of old equipment
• Staging and transport within the site
• Setting replacement equipment in the same footprint
• Coordinating with foundation, mechanical, and electrical teams

3) Tank and Vessel Rigging

Industrial tanks and vessels can be large, awkward, and sensitive to handling damage. Proper rigging protects the tank structure and supports accurate placement.

Bunney’s Inc. supports rigging for:

• Chemical storage tanks
• Fire water tanks
• Fuel oil tanks
• FRP tanks
• Utility and process tanks
• Deaerator and condensate storage tank projects

4) Electrical Equipment Rigging

Electrical infrastructure upgrades often require controlled handling of heavy and sensitive gear.

Common rigging support includes:

• Transformers
• Switchgear
• Service Entrance Section equipment
• Motor control centers
• Electrical skids and enclosures
• Substation-related components

Precision placement is especially important where clearances, conduit alignment, and equipment layout matter.

5) Outage and Shutdown Rigging Support

During outages, rigging work often becomes part of the critical path. Delays can affect startup schedules and production timelines.

Outage rigging may include:

• Fast mobilization
• Critical equipment changeouts
• Tight-window lifts and equipment setting
• Multi-trade coordination
• Controlled work zones and safety planning

Why Rigging Planning Matters

Poor rigging planning can create major problems, including:

• Equipment damage during lifting or transport
• Unsafe load movement or dropped-load hazards
• Delays caused by access restrictions
• Misalignment with foundations, anchors, or tie-ins
• Damage to walls, floors, piping, cable trays, or nearby assets
• Costly rework during installation and commissioning

A strong rigging plan accounts for the load, lifting points, route, ground conditions, overhead clearance, equipment center of gravity, staging areas, and final placement requirements.

Key Qualities to Look for in an Equipment Rigging Contractor

Safety-first execution

Rigging is high-risk work. A qualified contractor should prioritize lift planning, controlled work zones, communication, inspections, and jobsite discipline.

Experience in industrial environments

Industrial rigging often happens around active systems, tight access, elevated structures, and critical utilities. Experience helps prevent surprises.

Precision placement capability

Setting equipment close is not enough. Accurate placement helps reduce rework during anchoring, alignment, piping, electrical tie-ins, and startup.

Schedule awareness

When rigging is tied to outage or shutdown work, the contractor must understand sequencing, critical path activities, and coordination with other trades.

Strong coordination

Successful rigging often depends on working with engineering, operations, maintenance, crane providers, transport teams, and installation crews.

How Bunney’s Inc. Supports Equipment Rigging Projects

Bunney’s Inc. supports equipment rigging as part of industrial construction, tank work, electrical upgrades, equipment foundations, and outage projects. Our field-ready approach helps keep lifting and placement work safe, controlled, and schedule-driven.

Our support capabilities include:

• Heavy lifting and rigging support for industrial equipment
• Machinery moving and equipment setting
• Precision positioning for accurate fit-up and installation
• Tank and vessel placement support
• Electrical equipment handling support for transformers, switchgear, and SES upgrades
• Outage support services for shutdown-driven rigging work
• Industrial construction coordination for foundations, access, and tie-ins
• Safety-first execution aligned with site permits and controlled work zones

Best Practices for Successful Equipment Rigging

Facilities typically get better results when they:

1. Confirm equipment weight, dimensions, lifting points, and center of gravity early
2. Survey the travel path for clearance, floor capacity, turning radius, and obstructions
3. Prepare foundations, pads, anchor layouts, and staging areas before delivery
4. Coordinate lift plans with operations, safety, and all affected trades
5. Protect nearby equipment, walls, piping, and electrical infrastructure during movement
6. Plan outage-window rigging with clear sequencing and contingency steps

Conclusion: Move and Set Equipment Safely Contact Bunney’s Inc.

Equipment rigging is one of the most important steps in any industrial installation or replacement project. With the right planning, skilled execution, and precision placement, your equipment can be moved safely and installed with fewer delays and less rework.

Need an equipment rigging contractor for machinery setting, tank placement, electrical equipment handling, or outage support? Contact Bunney’s Inc. today to discuss your equipment, site conditions, and project schedule.