At IPW Specialty Lifting, every piece of equipment is chosen for a reason. From confined industrial facilities to difficult-access projects, our equipment allows us to complete lifts safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption. It's not about having the biggest fleet. It's about having the right equipment, the right configuration, and the experience to apply it where it matters most.
Serving Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan from our operational base in Edson, AB.
OUR EQUIPMENT
Every project presents different challenges. Some require greater reach. Others demand tighter control, specialized attachments, or the ability to work inside active facilities without major disruption. Our equipment is selected to give us more options when standard lifting methods fall short.
When projects require serious lifting capacity combined with flexibility, our 80-ton knuckle boom truck provides the strength needed while remaining adaptable for complex industrial work.
Knuckle boom cranes give us the maneuverability needed to work around structures, inside facilities, and through restricted access points where straight-boom equipment often struggles. Their articulated design allows for controlled movement in environments where precision matters just as much as lifting capacity.
Some projects aren't difficult because of the weight. They're difficult because of the environment. Our reverse jib configurations and lifting beams allow us to approach lifts from angles that conventional equipment can't, making it possible to remove or install equipment through existing openings while maintaining control throughout the lift.
HOW WE APPROACH IT
Many lifting projects become complicated long before the equipment ever leaves the ground. It's common to encounter low overhead clearance, narrow access points, existing piping, electrical infrastructure, or machinery that simply wasn't designed to be removed easily. That's where specialized equipment configurations make the difference.
Some facilities leave very little room to position equipment.
We use articulated knuckle booms, reverse jib configurations, and carefully planned equipment positioning to reach locations that conventional lifting methods struggle to access.
Large equipment can often be removed or installed without major building modifications or unnecessary downtime.
Weight isn't always the biggest challenge. Equipment with an uneven center of gravity can become far more difficult to control during lifting.
Our lifting beams feature multiple lifting points that allow us to balance irregular loads and maintain greater control throughout the lift.
Safer, more controlled lifts that help reduce unnecessary complications during removal and installation.
Industrial facilities rarely provide generous working space. Pipe racks, cable trays, machinery, and structural steel often leave only inches of clearance.
Our cranes use wireless controls, allowing the operator to maintain clear sight of the load. Before each project, we carefully position equipment and perform test runs to confirm the lifting path.
Greater accuracy, fewer surprises, and safer execution in tight environments.
PROJECT PROOF
The best proof isn't a specification sheet. It's seeing what specialized equipment makes possible.
A customer needed two 18,000-pound generators removed from a confined industrial space during a facility shutdown. Using our 80-ton knuckle boom, reverse jib, and lifting beam, both generators were removed in a single day. Previously, the customer relied on a jack-and-roll method that required a minimum of three days per generator. By completing both removals in one day, the facility returned to operation significantly faster while reducing downtime and disruption.
A customer needed a 16,000-pound electric motor removed from the center of their building. The previous approach required bringing in a traditional crane, removing sections of the roof, and erecting scaffolding before work could even begin. Using our 80-ton knuckle boom, lifting beam, and reverse knuckle jib, we removed the motor through an existing overhead door in a single day. The project avoided unnecessary building modifications while dramatically reducing downtime and associated costs.
APPLICATIONS
Our equipment supports a wide range of industrial and construction work where access, precision, and efficiency matter.
Safely removing and positioning machinery inside existing facilities while minimizing disruption.
Supporting projects that involve confined spaces, restricted access, or unconventional lifting requirements.
Moving heavy equipment and materials efficiently throughout industrial and construction environments.
Supporting shutdowns, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance work with practical lifting solutions.
Providing lifting assistance for structural components, equipment placement, and material movement.
Working where overhead obstructions, narrow access points, and existing infrastructure create lifting challenges.
Helping contractors complete equipment replacements and plant improvements with minimal downtime.
Working alongside mechanical contractors during machinery removal, installation, and precision placement.
SERVICES
If you're looking for a specific lifting solution, these pages provide more detail about how we support different types of projects.
Complex lifting solutions for confined, restricted, and difficult-access environments.
Knuckle boom lifting and specialty lifting solutions for industrial, construction, and commercial projects.
Safe, controlled removal and placement of machinery and industrial equipment.
Efficient movement of equipment and materials from pickup through final placement.
GET IN TOUCH
The success of a lifting project isn't determined by the size of the equipment. It's determined by using the right equipment, the right configuration, and the right approach for the conditions on site. If your project involves restricted access, confined spaces, precision placement, or equipment that conventional lifting methods struggle to reach, we'd be happy to review the job and recommend the most practical solution.
