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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…

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…

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…

How to Lift an Excavator with a Crane

Many jobsites require the lifting of large or overweight equipment, such as bulldozers or excavators. In such cases, it can be extremely beneficial to have a hoisting professional to help coordinate the lift. At Eagle West Crane and Rigging, we know how to lift an excavator with a crane, and our team of hoisting strategists…

Uses for a 500-Ton Crane

In many cases, when companies become limited in the types of projects that they can take on, it is not due to a lack in ability but, rather, it is for want of the right equipment. As Western Canada’s foremost mobile crane provider, we, at Eagle West Crane and Rigging, supply a wide variety of…

Precast Concrete Delivery and Installation Services

Whether you are setting up barriers for roadwork or building a retaining wall for a landscaping project, the precast concrete materials that you will need are exceptionally heavy and will require specialized equipment and expertise to be delivered. For this reason, we, at Eagle West Crane and Rigging, offer a range of precast concrete delivery…

Stiff Boom Cranes vs Folding Boom Cranes

Getting to know the differences between stiff boom cranes and folding boom cranes can help you make an informed decision about which type of crane will work best for your particular jobsite needs. At Eagle West Cranes, we want to ensure that you have the best possible equipment for the job. That is why we…

How Precast Concrete is Made

Knowing how precast concrete is made can help you make an informed decision about whether or not it is the best product for your specific construction needs. At Eagle West Cranes, we understand how important it is for you to have the right construction products of the job. That is why we offer a wide…

Hand Signal Guide For Crane Operators

Operating a crane requires precision, expertise, and seamless communication between the operator and ground crew. While modern technology has introduced radio communication and other electronic systems, standardized hand signals remain the backbone of safe crane operations across construction sites, industrial facilities, and shipping yards throughout British Columbia and beyond. Why Hand Signals are Important Construction…