Specialized Lifting Support for
the Oil & Gas Industry
At Crane Industry Experts (CIE), we deliver certified personnel and expert lift planning tailored to the demanding needs of the oil & gas sector. Whether you’re managing refinery maintenance, pipeline construction, or refinery turn-arounds, our experienced team ensures every lift is executed with precision, safety, and full compliance.
We understand the unique risks of working in volatile, high-stakes environments — and we bring the expertise needed to complete your project on time, on budget, and without compromise.
Challenges in Oil & Gas
Lifting Operations
⚠Hazardous materials and explosion-risk environments
⚠Tight operational spaces on refinery turn-arounds and drilling rigs
⚠Strict regulatory oversight and safety compliance requirements
⚠Heavy, high-value equipment lifts under time-sensitive conditions
⚠Weather exposure and limited lift windows in remote locations
How CIE Supports Oil & Gas Projects
CIE provides the personnel, planning, and execution support required to meet the oil & gas industry’s toughest lifting demands:
✅Crane Operators – NCCCO-certified for mobile and specialty cranes, trained for hazardous and refinery turn-arounds.
✅Riggers (Level I & II) – Skilled in securing heavy equipment, pressure vessels, and structural modules.
✅Lift Directors – On-site coordination for high-risk or complex lifts involving multiple crews or cranes.
✅Signalpersons – Crucial for blind lifts, congested zones, or refinery turn-arounds with limited visibility.
✅Lift Planning – thorough lift plans built to navigate confined spaces, weather risks, and site-specific restrictions.
Project Types We Support in
Oil & Gas
➔Pipeline component installation
➔refinery turn-arounds crane operations
➔Pressure vessel and skid package lifts
➔Equipment swaps in active production zones
Why Leading Oil & Gas Firms
Choose CIE
✅Certified Professionals – All team members meet or exceed NCCCO, OSHA, and ASME safety standards.
✅High-Risk Expertise – We understand the intricacies of hazardous lifting operations and remote access jobs.
✅Regulatory Compliance – Your lifts stay fully aligned with federal, environmental, and corporate standards.
✅Rapid Deployment – Our crews are ready to mobilize nationwide.
✅Zero-Shortcut Culture – Precision and safety are non-negotiables on every project.