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STEP 1 OF 6
// STEP 01: LOAD TYPE
What are you setting?
This determines capacity requirements and which equipment is eligible for your job.
TX
Transformer / UPS Unit
Electrical distribution, battery backup. 500lbs–8,000lbs.
SW
Switchgear / Panel
Electrical panels, switchboards, breaker assemblies.
HV
HVAC / Cooling Unit
Chillers, CRACs, CDUs, rooftop units.
MD
Modular / Generator / Structural
Prefab modules, generators, steel assemblies.
OT
Other / Not Listed
Tell us your load, we'll match the right equipment.
// STEP 02: SITE ACCESS
What's the access situation?
Access width determines what can physically reach the load, and what permits you actually need.
IN
Indoor, Tight Access
Standard doorways (32"–36"), corridors, finished floors.
OF
Indoor, Open Floor
Large bay, loading dock, or open atrium.
RF
Rooftop / Elevated
Equipment must travel via elevator or stairwell.
OS
Outdoor / Open Site
Yard, pad, or exterior placement with street access.
// STEP 03: DURATION
How long do you need the equipment?
Includes setup, placement ops, and de-rig. Most single installs run 3–10 days.
5 days
// STEP 04: TECHNICAL SPECS
Tell us about the lift itself.
All fields optional: the more you provide, the more accurate the output.
// STEP 05: TIMELINE
When does this lift need to happen?
Urgency changes which options are actually available, and the real cost of waiting.
AS
ASAP / Within 2 Weeks
Conventional crane permits alone take 2–4 weeks. You may be out of conventional options.
30
Within 30 Days
Enough lead time for most options.
LG
Planning Phase / 60+ Days
Best position. Time to spec the right option and build real savings into the bid.
// STEP 06: PROJECT STATUS
Where is this job right now?
This determines whether you get a formal quote, budget number, or bid strategy.
AW
Job is Awarded, Active
Need equipment now or very soon. Same-day quote available.
BP
Currently Bidding
Building the estimate. We'll give you bid-ready pricing.
BS
Budgeting / Planning
Early stage. Good time to spec the right approach.
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