Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Crane and Rigging Services in Pompano Beach, FL
Hunter Merchant has been a trusted leader in crane, rigging, and specialized hauling services since 1972. Founded by Steve Retterath, our company combines decades of industry expertise with a commitment to excellence, operating the largest fleet of mobile cranes in Florida, including an 800-ton crane. Our team of riggers, many with over 25 years of experience, delivers safe, dependable solutions for industries ranging from aerospace to healthcare. We prioritize investing in top-tier equipment and assembling skilled professionals to ensure unmatched service quality. Serving Florida communities, we handle projects of all sizes, from delicate medical equipment relocation to oversized industrial loads.Our dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in our repeat business and long-standing industry reputation. With a focus on innovation and reliability, we provide tailored material-moving solutions for both private individuals and major corporations. Our fleet includes over 50 trailers and advanced machinery to tackle complex logistical challenges. We adhere to strict safety standards while maintaining flexibility to meet unique client needs. This combination of experience, equipment, and expertise positions us as a preferred partner for Florida's most demanding projects.
Services
Crane Services
Rigging
Specialized Hauling
Equipment Rental
Load Charts
Transportation
Medical Equipment Relocation
Generator Moving
Trailer Hauling
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in crane and rigging services.
- Our team includes riggers with 25+ years of industry experience.
- We operate the largest fleet of mobile cranes in Florida.
- Our equipment handles loads up to 160,000 pounds with precision.
- We serve diverse industries including aerospace, healthcare, and energy.
Services
Crane Services
Hunter Merchant provides comprehensive crane services using a fleet ranging from 8-ton carrydecks to 800-ton all-terrain cranes. We serve construction, energy, and industrial clients with precise lifting solutions for oversized or delicate materials. Our equipment includes Liebherr, Link-Belt, and Terex models to handle complex projects across Florida.
Rigging
Our experienced riggers specialize in relocating sensitive equipment like medical imaging devices and heavy machinery up to 160,000 pounds. With decades of combined expertise, we ensure safe, damage-free transport for industries requiring precision handling. Services include load securing, equipment positioning, and specialized lifting operations.
Specialized Hauling
We transport massive loads up to 125,000 pounds with dimensions reaching 18' high, 16' wide, and 120' long. Our fleet includes lowboys, flatbeds, and expandable trailers for Florida-based projects. This service supports infrastructure, energy, and manufacturing sectors needing reliable transport for unconventional cargo.
Equipment Rental
Hunter Merchant offers rental access to forklifts, hydraulic jacks, and specialized trailers. Our inventory includes 5,00022,000-pound capacity forklifts and skates handling up to 40,000 pounds. This service provides temporary equipment solutions for clients requiring flexible material-moving capabilities.
Load Charts
We provide detailed load chart analysis for crane operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project requirements. This service includes equipment selection, weight distribution planning, and operational risk assessment to optimize lifting efficiency and regulatory adherence.
People
Steve Retterath
Founder
Steve Retterath established Hunter Merchant in 1972, building an industry-leading crane and rigging company. His vision of combining premium equipment with expert personnel created Florida's largest mobile crane fleet. With over 50 years of experience, he remains committed to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Questions
What services does Hunter Merchant offer?
We provide crane services, rigging, specialized hauling, equipment rental, and load chart analysis for industries across Florida.
How long has Hunter Merchant been in business?
Since 1972, we've served Florida communities with material-moving solutions, establishing deep industry expertise over five decades.
What types of equipment do you handle?
Our fleet manages loads from delicate medical equipment to 160,000-pound generators, including cranes up to 800 tons.
Do you operate outside Florida?
While our fleet primarily serves Florida, we handle specialized projects requiring interstate transport on a case-by-case basis.
What industries do you support?
We serve utilities, nuclear power, aerospace, healthcare, construction, and manufacturing sectors with tailored logistical solutions.
Reviews (4)
Nancy Vrooman
Aug 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I hired this company to put my swim spa into place over my house. It was pretty exciting and we took some great photos. Robert and his crew were on time, clearly knew their business, did a perfect job, and as a bonus, were so very personable. I highly recommend them.
I hired this company to put my swim spa into place over my house. It was pretty exciting and we took some great photos. Robert and his crew were on time, clearly knew their business, did a perfect job, and as a bonus, were so very personable. I highly recommend them.
Scatterbrained
Mar 14, 2021
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Delivered an oversized AC unit, had to wait just a few minutes for the crane. Nice people and are easy to work with.
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Timothy Johnson
Sep 15, 2020
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Great place to work just do your job safe and professional dispatcher does a great job and theres room for operators to grow.
Joshua Hachigian
Jun 13, 2020
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I use Hunter Crane for most of my needs as a shell contractor. I have been using them for over 15+ years, and they have always been fair, reliable and willing to address any issues that sometimes arise in construction. What more can you ask for?
