Safety

The Importance of Planning in Industrial Dismantling Taking down a plant is not a simple task. These facilities consist of large, interconnected components that require careful sequencing, controlled lifting, and constant communication. When I was called in to support the dismantling of an asphalt plant in Douglasville , the scope of the project necessitated a dual crane setup to ensure safety and efficiency. This job demanded teamwork, meticulous planning, and precision fro

Not every crane job is about placing something new. Sometimes it’s about removing what’s already there safely and efficiently. Patriot Lifting was recently called in to assist with a residential spa removal , where a large, built-in spa needed to be lifted out of a backyard and removed without damaging the surrounding home, decking, or landscaping. While conditions were slightly damp, the focus of this job was precision, coordination, and protecting the property throughout th

Not every lift happens on an open jobsite. Some require careful planning, tight clearances, and absolute precision—especially in residential neighborhoods. Patriot Lifting was recently called to set a swimming pool into a backyard in Marietta , with one major challenge: the pool had to be lifted over the house  to reach its final location. With limited access and finished property below, this was a lift where every detail mattered. The Challenge: Tight Access and Zero Room fo

Lifting a mobile home may look straightforward—but when you’re dealing with a fully built structure, weight distribution, and tight placement requirements, precision matters just as much as capacity. Patriot Lifting was recently called in to lift and set a small mobile home  using our 110-ton crane , ensuring the structure was moved safely, smoothly, and positioned exactly as required. This project was a great example of how the right equipment and experienced crew make all t

In crane work, not every call comes with weeks of planning. Some of the most critical jobs happen with little notice, tight windows, and high operational pressure. That was the case when Patriot Lifting received an emergency lift call  to unload a 44,000-pound air tractor , a specialized vehicle used to move aircraft between gates to reduce fuel consumption. With airport operations depending on fast turnaround and zero room for delays, reliability wasn’t just important, it wa

Year-End Crane Inspection Checklist: How to Close Out the Year Safely and Strong