Heavy Lifting for Precast, Infrastructure & Civil Works
US Hoists provides engineered lifting and material handling systems for civil and construction projects, supporting handling and erection of precast concrete, bridge, tunnel, and infrastructure components.
Mobile straddle transporter
Flexible Lifting and Transport for Precast Components
Mobile Straddle Transporters (MST) are engineered for lifting, transporting, and positioning heavy precast concrete elements within casting yards, staging areas, and active construction sites.
These self-propelled machines are widely used for beams, bridge segments, and oversized structural components where controlled movement and flexibility are essential. Designed around site geometry, load characteristics, systems can be configured for tandem operation, specialized lifting tools, and varying ground conditions encountered in civil construction environments(
- Capacities from approximately 30 to over 230 metric tons
- Single- or double-girder configurations
- Rubber-tired, self-propelled mobility
- Hydrostatic lifting and travel drives
- Tandem operation capability
- Custom spreader beams and segment clamps
- Optional adjustable height and track width
- Diesel or full electric drive options
Rail-Mounted Gantry Cranes
High-Capacity Gantry Cranes for Fixed Construction Corridors
Rail-Mounted Gantry Cranes (RGC) are purpose-built for high-capacity lifting in fixed civil construction corridors such as tunnels, underground stations, shafts, and linear infrastructure projects.
Operating on dedicated rail systems, these cranes provide controlled, repeatable lifting cycles for heavy concrete components and excavation support operations. Engineered to match project span, lifting depth and environmental exposure, rail-mounted gantry cranes are ideal for long-duration construction programs where reliability and continuous-duty performance are critical.
- Single- or double-girder gantry designs
- High-capacity lifting for deep shafts and stations
- Rail-mounted travel with forged steel wheels
- Overhang options on one or both sides
- Variable-frequency drive (VFD) control
- Custom lifting trolleys and spreaders
- Wind monitoring and storm securing systems
- Operator cabin or remote-control operation
Segment Launching Gantries
Precision Erection Systems for Segmental Bridge Construction
SLG’s are specialized erection systems used in the construction of precast segmental bridges and viaducts.
These machines support balanced cantilever and span-by-span erection methods by lifting, positioning, and installing concrete segments with a high degree of accuracy, specifically for bridge geometry, segment weight, and erection sequencing. SLG’s operate over active roadways, waterways and challenging terrain, enabling efficient, repeatable and controlled load handling.
- Designed for balanced cantilever or span-by-span erection
- High-capacity lifting systems for concrete segments
- Project-specific span and geometry design
- Automated segment handling and positioning
- Synchronized lifting and control systems
- Engineered for continuous erection cycles
- Adaptable to complex alignment and site constraints
Beam Launching Gantries
Dedicated Systems for Efficient Precast Beam Installation
Beam Launching Gantries (BLG) are dedicated lifting systems designed for the placement of large precast bridge beams during civil infrastructure construction. These gantries enable efficient beam installation while reducing reliance on conventional cranes and minimizing site congestion.
Each system is engineered around beam dimensions, lifting weights, and installation sequencing to ensure safe, repeatable placement. Commonly used for highway, rail, and elevated roadway projects where precision placement, safety, and efficiency are essential.(BLGH
- High lifting capacities for long precast beams
- Engineered for specific beam sizes and weights
- Optimized for repetitive installation cycles
- Custom span lengths and lifting geometry
- Stable load handling during placement
- Reduced dependency on mobile cranes
- Designed for fast, controlled beam erection
Cantilever Lifting Devices
Specialized Lifting for Cantilever Bridge Construction
Cantilever Lifting Devices (CLD) are specialized systems used to lift and position heavy concrete segments during cantilever bridge construction. These machines are applied where traditional cranes or gantries are impractical due to geometry, access limitations, or erection methods.
Each device is engineered to integrate into the construction sequence, providing precise control and stability during installation. Their compact, project-specific design makes them well suited for complex bridge and infrastructure projects.
- High-capacity lifting for concrete segments
- Engineered for cantilever erection methods
- Compact footprint for constrained geometries
- Precise load positioning and alignment
- Custom interfaces for segment handling
- Integrated into project-specific erection sequences
- Designed for controlled, incremental lifting