Category: Projects

Wind Power And Turbines

Crane Working on Wind Turbine

One of the areas where we’ve worked in the past is wind turbine assembly.  Wind power is a newer source of energy and becoming increasingly popular across the country.  The alternative energy source uses natural wind energy to generate electric power using a wind turbine to generate the power. In some areas, large wind farms… Read more »

What Can Happen When Crane Lifts Are Not Properly Set-Up

Employee Operating Crane

As with any major construction project; safety is extremely important. For projects involving cranes and lifts, it is key that each piece of equipment is setup properly and professionally to avoid any dangerous accidents from occurring. When it comes to setting up a lift for a crane; the more information provided in the beginning, the… Read more »

Removal of Tower Cranes

Cranes Working on Building

At AstroCrane, we carry cranes of all sizes, from the 8-ton size Terex cranes for work on individual properties and households, to large commercial cranes that can extend up to 380 feet in the air. The smaller cranes can serve a vitally important role in the use of removing extra-large tower cranes from building structures…. Read more »

Have You Seen The Nantucket Water Tower?

Cranes Working on Water Tower

One of the projects we have worked on in the past is the Nantucket Water Tower.  You may recognize the tower dotting the skyline along Nantucket. Nantucket is an island 30 miles south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Our cranes and crane operators helped place the 400,000 gallon tank in place in ‘sconset and another… Read more »

Modular Homes Fit Just Like the Perfect Puzzle

3 Slide with Cranes working on projects

The use of a crane helps to ensure construction jobs run smoothly. Construction crews save a lot of valuable time because all of the heavy lifting is done by use of the crane. When it comes to putting together modular homes, a crane is absolutely necessary. A modular home is a home constructed of prefabricated… Read more »

How do You Get a Large Object on The Roof?

365 Ton Liebherr Crane

For some construction companies or businesses they need to place a large object on top of the roof and can’t quite figure out what to do.  That’s what we’re here for.  Our Astro Cranes have the ability to lift with a 365-ton capacity. Large electrical units, HVAC systems or concrete pieces may have to be… Read more »

Astro Crane Does Some Work For The Hall At Patriot Place

Crane in Front of Patriot Place

Recently we did some work for The Hall at Patriot Place. Our services are often called on to place large items or larger equipment on top of buildings, as was the case here. Since we’re located in Massachusetts and provide crane rentals all throughout New England, it’s no surprise we were excited to provide help… Read more »