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Safe Hoisting and Rigging Procedures

If you work in any industry that requires heavy materials to be lifted by crane or any other method, it is important to know all of the current safe hoisting and rigging procedures. At Eagle West Crane & Rigging, our commitment to safety ensures that the safety of our crews, jobsites, and those we serve…

Precast Concrete for Bridges

Precast concrete can be used for a massive variety of projects in construction, landscaping, road work, and many other industries. If you need precast concrete for bridges, it is important to have a reliable company lined up to deliver and place your bridge’s components safely and properly. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we provide…

How to Install Precast Concrete Blocks

Precast concrete products provide an incredibly efficient, affordable, and reliable way of building various barriers and structures. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we provide many different types of precast concrete blocks with various installation methods. Although we offer delivery and placement services for precast concrete products, it can still be useful to know how…

Mobile Crane Parts and Functions

If you are going to be using a mobile crane on your next job, it is useful to be aware of all of the different mobile crane parts and functions so that you can know how to make the most use of your equipment. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we provide crane rentals to…

Precast Concrete Advantages and Disadvantages

With any method of construction, there are benefits and difficulties that can make the building process easier or more complicated. Precast concrete is no different and, at Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we are fully aware of the advantages and disadvantages of precast concrete. Whether you are building a small retaining wall, a highway barrier,…

Do Crane Operators Need to be Certified?

If you plan on renting a mobile crane for a project in BC, it is important to know when crane operators need to be certified and how to get the proper certifications. As a fully certified and safety-focused crane company, we, at Eagle West Crane and Rigging, know that BC crane operators must always have…

How to Calculate Crane Load Capacity

Every mobile crane has a specific load capacity that is determined by various factors and that capacity can change according to the angle and lift range of the hoisting operation. It is important to know how to calculate crane load capacity for any hoisting endeavour so that you can be sure that you are using…

Mobile Hydraulic Cranes for Rent in Vancouver

Regardless of what Vancouver industry you are working in, the right hydraulic mobile crane rental can make the job go more smoothly. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we provide mobile hydraulic cranes for rent in Vancouver and the surrounding area for all kinds of industries. Vancouver Mobile Crane Rentals Whether you work in construction,…

How Does a Hydraulic Crane Boom Work?

Mobile cranes have been developed to incorporate a variety of different mechanical systems in order to lift and move massive loads. One of the main mechanical workings of cranes are hydraulic systems. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, our extensive experience with hoisting equipment and logistics has given us a profound understanding of how a…

What is Tilt-Up Construction?

Mobile cranes are among the most important devices that are used in tilt-up construction, which means that we, at Eagle West Crane and Rigging, have worked on many tilt-up construction jobs. To effectively serve clients, it has been important for us to properly understand what tilt-up construction is as well as its variety of uses…