Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Crane Service Provider in Illinois
Established in 1970, R. Gingerich Crane has grown from a small construction business into a premier provider of crane services and rentals across Central Illinois. Our founder, Bob Gingerich, began with a dragline for pond cleaning before acquiring his first hydraulic crane in 1971, laying the foundation for our industry leadership. We combine decades of operational experience with a commitment to safety, offering a diverse fleet of cranes and forklifts maintained to the highest standards.Our team of trained professionals delivers expert pre-lift planning, transportation, and 24/7 emergency support, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and within budget. With three Illinois locations and a network of industry partners, we provide big-business resources with a personalized, customer-centric approach.
Services
Crawler Cranes
Hydraulic Cranes
Forklift Rentals
Rough Terrain Cranes
All-Terrain Cranes
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in crane operations and equipment rentals.
- Our safety-focused culture includes annual third-party crane inspections and mandatory training.
- We provide 24/7 emergency on-site service for urgent project needs.
- All crane operators are 100% NCCCO-certified for industry-standard expertise.
- We maintain a meticulously serviced fleet from leading brands like Grove and Manitowoc.
Associations and certifications
- OSHA
- NCCCO
Services
Crawler Cranes
Crawler cranes offer superior stability and mobility for heavy-duty lifting. Our fleet includes lattice boom and telescopic models with capacities from 80 to 275 tons. Ideal for construction, bridge building, and steel erection projects requiring long-reach capabilities and on-site maneuverability.
Hydraulic Cranes
Hydraulic cranes provide versatile lifting solutions for industrial and construction applications. We offer truck-mounted, rough terrain, and all-terrain models ranging from 40 to 550 tons. These cranes excel at hoisting heavy machinery, factory equipment, and structural components with precision.
Forklift Rentals
Our forklift rentals span 6,000 to 40,000 lbs capacity with OSHA-certified operators. Available for manufacturing, warehousing, and construction projects requiring safe transportation, stacking, and retrieval of heavy materials across Central Illinois job sites.
Rough Terrain Cranes
Designed for uneven surfaces, our rough terrain cranes deliver 30 to 300-ton capacities. These four-wheel-drive machines handle challenging environments like construction sites and industrial facilities while maintaining lifting performance and operator safety.
All-Terrain Cranes
All-terrain cranes combine road mobility with off-road capability. Our fleet includes 65 to 550-ton models with multi-axle chassis for highway travel and complex lifting tasks requiring both speed and versatility in diverse job conditions.
Questions
What types of cranes do you rent?
We offer crawler cranes, hydraulic cranes, rough terrain cranes, and all-terrain cranes for rent.
Are your crane operators certified?
All our crane operators are 100% NCCCO-certified and OSHA-compliant.
Do you provide emergency crane services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency on-site crane services for urgent needs.
What safety measures do you prioritize?
We enforce annual third-party inspections, mandatory safety meetings, and daily equipment logbooks.
Can you assist with pre-lift planning?
Yes, our team provides free pre-lift planning and crane sizing consultations.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Central Illinois from our Morton, Bloomington, and Springfield locations.
Reviews (1)
Dennis Corrigan
Feb 04, 2020
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Friendly & Knowlegable Management Staff, Very Impressive High Performance, Well Maintained Equipment.
