Heavy Equipment Removal & Rigging Services
Specialists in Removing, Moving, and Recovering Industrial Machinery Nationwide
MIWEC Asset Recovery Inc. is your trusted partner for safe, turnkey heavy equipment removal—including oversized, overweight, or high-value assets from manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial sites. Our OSHA-certified riggers and equipment handlers work safely within tight indoor spaces, multistory plants, rooftops, industrial yards, and even in sensitive or active facilities.
From excavators, cranes, and bulldozers to presses, chillers, generators, tanks, and entire process lines, MIWEC delivers unmatched results—on time and with full compliance.
Why Choose MIWEC for Heavy Equipment Removal?
Removing heavy equipment requires more than muscle—it demands technical expertise, specialized gear, and meticulous planning.
MIWEC brings you:
- OSHA-trained riggers and machine movers with decades of field experience
- Custom lift planning, site surveys, and engineered rigging solutions for tight spaces, heavy assets, or live facilities
- Fleet-owned cranes, forklifts, gantries, and heavy-haul trailers—no waiting on rentals
- Licensed removal and transport of hazardous components (oils, refrigerants, batteries, asbestos, etc.)
- Full documentation for insurance, lease return, and environmental compliance
- Rapid mobilization across the U.S., including union/non-union sites, 24/7 scheduling, and multi-phase projects
Whether you’re relocating a plant, scrapping out a warehouse, or prepping equipment for auction or resale, MIWEC delivers safe, compliant, and efficient solutions every time.
What We Remove: Heavy Equipment & Machinery Examples
- Excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and construction vehicles
- Overhead cranes, hoists, gantry systems
- Printing presses, stamping lines, and punch presses
- Boilers, chillers, air handlers, rooftop HVAC units
- Large generators, turbines, switchgear, transformers
- Industrial mixers, tanks, silos, and vessels
- Production lines, robotics, automated conveyor systems
- Medical imaging, MRI, and specialty lab equipment
- Heavy IT racks, UPS systems, and data center cooling
- And more—any oversized, high-weight, or difficult-to-access asset
Our Rigging & Heavy Equipment Capabilities
🔧 Heavy Equipment Removal
Presses, chillers, boilers, generators, HVAC, tanks, mills, excavators, bulldozers, and more.
🏗️ Interior & Tight-Space Rigging
Machinery removal through narrow paths, low doorways, or restricted ceiling clearances.
🛠️ Machinery Skating & Jacking
Low-clearance equipment safely moved using specialty skates, air jacks, and hydraulic systems.
🚧 Crane, Hoisting & Lift Planning
Lift studies, site surveys, crane access, and engineered plans for secure rig-out.
📦 Asset Loadout & Trailer Prep
Securement and prep for resale, redeployment, or scrap transport—coordinated logistics from start to finish.
🔩 Equipment Disassembly
Partial takedown for tight exits, reduced load weight, or safe transport—includes utility disconnects and decontamination as needed.
How Our Heavy Equipment Removal Works
- Site Walk & Assessment – Our team surveys access, safety, floor loading, power connections, and environmental risks.
- Custom Rigging Plan – Engineered lift studies, traffic control, and load path mapping—no surprises on move day.
- Asset Preparation – Disconnects, draining oils/fluids, packaging, shrink-wrapping, and contamination controls.
- Precision Removal – Cranes, forklifts, skates, jacks, or specialized tools—executed by OSHA/HAZWOPER-certified riggers.
- Loadout & Hauling – Heavy-duty trailers and logistics for local or cross-country transport. Securement, permits, and escorts included.
- Site Restoration – Patch, clean, and document the cleared site for the next tenant, auction, or handover.
We coordinate with demolition teams, building managers, and utility providers to keep your schedule and budget on track.
Safety, Compliance, and Insurance—No Shortcuts
MIWEC is fully insured, bonded, and safety-focused:
- All work performed to OSHA, ANSI, and client EHS standards
- Lockout/tagout, air monitoring, confined space entry as required
- Certified riggers and signalers for critical lifts
- Complete documentation for audits, insurance, and lease requirements
- Environmental services for oils, refrigerants, batteries, e-waste, and hazardous materials
Need certificates, risk assessments, or custom safety plans? We handle it for you.
Project Highlights: Real-World Heavy Equipment Removals
Printing Press Removal – Jacksonville, FL
Oversized press dismantled and removed from a multi-level facility, coordinated with building management and tight deadlines.
JCPenney Warehouse Asset Removal
Dock systems, racking, conveyors, and HVAC lifted and removed using cranes and forklifts, staged for resale and recycling.
Midwest Fulfillment Center
Automated lines, pallet racking, and sorters rigged, packed, and loaded for cross-country redeployment.
Railcar Yard Project
Large rolling stock and tanks torch cut and rigged for heavy-haul transport and recycling.
Newsday Headquarters
Chilled water system and backup power generators extracted from restricted-access plant room.
Scrap & Metal Recycling
Oversized scrap and equipment cut, crated, and removed with full environmental compliance.
Related Services & Industries
Millwright & Machinery Installation
Need new equipment set or aligned? Our millwright teams handle precision installs and upgrades.
Rigging Services
Explore our specialized rigging-only solutions for complex machinery moves and precision lifts.
Plant & Warehouse Decommissioning
Full facility shutdown, asset removal, and site restoration for any industry.
Scrap & Asset Recycling
Responsible dismantling and recycling of obsolete equipment, with documentation for compliance and LEED.
Heavy Equipment Removal FAQs
What is heavy equipment removal?
Heavy equipment removal is the safe dismantling, extraction, and transport of oversized or high-weight machinery—such as presses, chillers, HVAC units, generators, and excavators—from commercial or industrial sites. It often involves custom rigging, lift planning, and specialty logistics.
What qualifies as 'heavy equipment'?
Examples include cranes, presses, bulldozers, excavators, large HVAC systems, tanks, silos, turbines, and other assets too large or heavy for standard removal methods.
Do you handle hazardous components?
Yes, MIWEC is licensed for the removal and transport of equipment containing oils, refrigerants, batteries, asbestos, and other regulated materials. We provide all documentation and environmental support.
Can you remove equipment from tight or occupied spaces?
Absolutely. Our crews are trained for interior removals, low clearance environments, rooftops, basements, and sites with active operations.
What is 'rigging' in industrial removal?
Rigging is the process of preparing, securing, and safely lifting heavy or awkward equipment using cranes, hoists, slings, jacks, and engineered lift plans. It’s essential for any complex or heavy machinery move.
How do you protect my facility during equipment removal?
We use floor and wall protection, debris containment, dust control, and coordinate all utility disconnects. Every move is planned to minimize disruption and risk.
Are your teams insured and certified?
Yes—MIWEC is fully insured, bonded, and staffed with OSHA-certified riggers and project managers.
How do I schedule a heavy equipment removal project?
Start by contacting us for a free assessment. We’ll walk your site, scope your needs, and provide a detailed plan and quote.
Can you provide equipment removal for auctions or resale?
Yes, we routinely prep and remove equipment for auction, resale, or redeployment. Ask about our [Asset Recovery Auctions](/asset-recovery-auctions/) service.
What happens to removed equipment?
Depending on condition and value, we can coordinate resale, auction, scrap recycling, or disposal with full compliance and documentation.
Do you offer nationwide service?
Yes—MIWEC mobilizes to projects throughout the U.S. and can handle multi-site and accelerated projects anywhere.
How quickly can you respond?
We pride ourselves on rapid response—often within days for urgent jobs or within your shutdown schedule.
What information do you need to quote a project?
Photos, equipment specs, site drawings, access details, and utility info help us plan accurately. We’re happy to visit for an in-person walkthrough.
Do you provide site restoration after removal?
Yes, we offer patching, cleaning, debris removal, and final documentation for lease or sale requirements.
Do you offer related services like installation or millwright work?
Absolutely—see our [Millwright Services](/millwright-services/) page for precision installation, alignment, and setup.
Get an Expert Heavy Equipment Removal Quote
Ready to move, remove, or recover your facility’s heaviest assets?
Contact MIWEC today for a free site evaluation and proposal.
Request a Heavy Equipment Assessment
Firm’s Legal Name
MIWEC Asset Recovery Inc.
Address
273 Walt Whitman Rd, Ste 125
Huntington Station, NY 11746