Civil Engineering Picks

Precast Concrete
& Infrastructure
Hoisting

Rigging and placing multi-ton precast panels, retaining walls, civil culverts, and structural utility vaults with strict code adherence across Ontario.

WSIB Compliant Ministry of Labour Compliant Certified Operators Pre-Lift Planning
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Civil infrastructure projects. Zero margin for error. Get a certified quote fast.

15+
Years in Operation
5.0
Google Rating
20+
Verified Reviews
100%
WSIB Compliant
1000s
Lifts Completed
Why Ontario Cranes

Built on Compliance, Precision & Accountability

Full WSIB Clearance

Complete workplace safety compliance protects your job site and liability on every civil infrastructure pick.

Pre-Lift Engineering

We analyze ground bearing pressure, outrigger pad loads, swing radiuses, and rigging configurations before every pick.

Ministry Compliant

All operations strictly adhere to Ontario Ministry of Labour safety guidelines for highway and civil infrastructure sites.

On-Time Dispatch

We arrive on site with rigging gear pre-selected and outrigger pads staged, minimizing hook delays on critical civil projects.

5.0 Google Rating
20 Reviews
Service Overview

Precast & Infrastructure Lifts - At a Glance

Typical Project Cost
Custom Quote

Pricing is based on load weight, radius, site access, and rigging complexity. Contact our team for a detailed infrastructure lift estimate.

Project Timeline
Half-Day to Multi-Day

Single precast panel placements can complete in hours. Large civil infrastructure sequences - bridge girders, vault arrays - may span multiple days.

Service Area
Province-Wide Ontario

We deploy to civil infrastructure corridors, highway construction zones, and municipal utility projects across all of Ontario.

PRECAST
Technical Capability

High-Tonnage Precision for Civil Engineering Demands

Civil engineering projects and highway infrastructure upgrades leave zero margins for error when handling high-weight structural concrete elements. Moving precast bridge girders, storm box culverts, or massive subterranean utility vaults requires sophisticated understanding of dynamic structural rigging and exact ground-bearing weight distribution. We coordinate closely with civil engineering crews, managing the complete pick layout from calculating outrigger pad pressure on uncompacted roadside soils to rigging multi-point configurations that protect the tension points of the precast concrete. Our heavy mobile crane units deploy specialized spreader assemblies to secure loads up to legal chart limits, maintaining total stability from trailer separation to final sub-grade landing.

Certified rolling blocks and leveling sheaves for even tension distribution across all cast-in lifting inserts
Modular structural steel spreader bars engineered to prevent stress cracking during multi-ton precast picks
Full WSIB clearance and Ministry of Transportation corridor compliance for highway infrastructure projects
Street setup logistics and outrigger staging for active public right-of-way utility vault drops
Outrigger pad pressure calculations on uncompacted roadside and construction soils
Comprehensive commercial hook insurance covering all civil infrastructure assets throughout the lift cycle
How We Execute

The Infrastructure Lift Process

01
Site Assessment & Load Analysis

Our team reviews structural drawings, calculates precast element weights, maps outrigger pad positions, and evaluates ground bearing capacity before any equipment mobilizes.

02
Engineered Lift Plan Submission

A formal lift plan is prepared covering crane configuration, rigging hardware selection, swing path clearances, and Ministry of Labour compliance documentation for the civil site.

03
Equipment Mobilization & Setup

Heavy mobile crane units arrive with spreader assemblies, certified rigging hardware, and outrigger matting pre-staged for rapid deployment on roadside or active construction corridors.

04
Rigging Configuration & Pre-Lift Check

Spreader bars are attached to cast-in lifting inserts, sling angles are verified, and a full pre-lift inspection confirms all hardware ratings before the precast element leaves the trailer.

05
Precision Pick & Placement

The certified operator executes the lift with full radio communication to ground spotters, maintaining controlled load swing and precise sub-grade landing to exact civil engineering tolerances.

06
Completion & Site Clearance

Rigging is de-tensioned and removed, outrigger pads are retrieved, and the crane demobilizes cleanly - restoring road occupancy and leaving the civil site ready for the next construction phase.

Client Proof

What Ontario Job Sites Say

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"Ontario Cranes showed up on time, had the lift planned perfectly, and finished 2 hours ahead of schedule. The operator was professional and clearly knew what he was doing. Will be using them again on our next project."

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"We needed a crane on short notice for a tricky residential lift in Ancaster. They made it happen within 48 hours. Equipment was in great shape and the crew was excellent. Highly recommend."

Now Booking 2025 - Limited Availability
Civil Infrastructure Bridge Girder Picks Utility Vault Drops Box Culvert Placement Ministry Compliant
FAQ
Common Questions

Precast & Infrastructure Lift FAQs

Civil infrastructure hoisting demands technical precision and regulatory compliance. Here are the most common questions our team receives from engineers, general contractors, and municipal project managers.

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We use certified rolling blocks, leveling sheaves, and modular structural steel spreader bars to distribute line tension completely evenly across all cast-in lifting inserts. This eliminates point-load stress concentrations that cause cracking in high-strength precast elements.
Yes, Ontario Cranes maintains full provincial WSIB clearance, comprehensive commercial hook insurance, and complete compliance with Ontario Ministry of Labour safety standards for highway site infrastructure. Our operators hold valid provincial hoisting certifications required for MTO corridor work.
Yes, we handle street setup logistics, outrigger staging arrays, and work alongside municipal spotters to safely drop subsurface vaults while adhering to local road occupancy permit limits. Our team coordinates directly with municipal authorities to secure all required lane closure authorizations.
Our team uses the crane manufacturer's outrigger reaction force data combined with the site's soil bearing capacity report to size outrigger pads correctly. On uncompacted roadside soils, we deploy oversized engineered steel or composite pads and heavy timber matting arrays to safely distribute machine loads and prevent settlement during the lift cycle.
Bridge girder picks typically require high-capacity mobile cranes configured with maximum boom length and full counterweight to achieve the necessary radius and load chart capacity. For tandem girder picks, we design multi-crane rigging configurations that split the load safely across two hook points, maintaining precise level control throughout the placement sequence.
Yes, pre-lift planning is standard on every civil infrastructure job. Our team prepares formal lift plans covering crane configuration, rigging hardware specifications, swing path clearances, outrigger pad sizing, and Ministry of Labour compliance documentation. These plans are reviewed and approved before any equipment mobilizes to the site.
Yes, our rigging specialists design multi-point configurations for asymmetrical precast elements, adjusting sling lengths and spreader bar positions to locate the true center of gravity before the element leaves the ground. This prevents rotation or tipping during the pick and ensures the panel arrives at its installation point in the correct orientation.
Ontario Cranes carries comprehensive commercial hook liability insurance that covers the physical asset completely while attached to our lifting rigging. This protection applies from the moment the precast element is rigged on the trailer through to final placement and rigging removal. We can provide certificates of insurance to satisfy project owner and general contractor requirements.
For large civil infrastructure sequences involving multiple precast elements, bridge girders, or multi-day vault installation programs, we recommend booking 2 to 4 weeks in advance to allow adequate time for lift plan preparation, permit coordination, and equipment scheduling. Contact our team early with your structural drawings and timeline to secure your preferred dates before the season fills.
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From single precast panel placements to multi-day bridge girder sequences, our certified team delivers the precision rigging and Ministry-compliant execution your civil project demands. Book early - 2025 availability is limited.

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Civil infrastructure projects require precise load data, site access information, and regulatory compliance from the first conversation. Share your project details and our team will respond with a detailed lift plan proposal and accurate pricing.

  • Licensed and Insured - Full WSIB Clearance
  • Certified Crane Operators on Every Civil Pick
  • Pre-Lift Engineering Plan Included
  • Ministry of Labour Compliant Operations
  • Province-Wide Ontario Dispatch
  • Comprehensive Hook Liability Insurance
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Precast panels, bridge girders, box culverts, utility vaults - tell us what you need lifted.