Bigge’s On-Rent and Off-Rent Inspections: Built for Uptime, Trusted for Performance
At Bigge, we know time is money. When you rely on a crane to keep your project moving, every hour counts. That is why our on-rent and off-rent inspection process is designed to go beyond the basics. With over 100 years of heavy lift experience and one of the largest crane fleets in the country, we have created a system focused on keeping your jobsite moving without interruption.
Our mobile cranes are not just inspected. They are verified, validated, and backed by a century of operational excellence. Whether you are renting a crane or buying a late-model unit from Bigge, you can trust that it has been maintained to perform.
On-Rent Inspections: Preventing Problems Before They Start
Before any crane leaves our yard, it undergoes a comprehensive pre-rental inspection. This process is designed to identify and correct any potential issues before they can impact your project. Every inspection is logged in our internal systems, complete with photographic documentation.
Our on-rent inspection includes:
- Structural Review that covers the upper, carbody, boom, hoist, and counterweights for any cracks, corrosion, or deformation
- Fluid and Filter Checks that analyze hydraulic, engine, and lubrication systems for contaminants or signs of wear
- Operational Testing of hoisting, swinging, traveling, and boom functionality under working conditions
- Safety System Validation to confirm all limit switches, emergency brakes, anti-two-block devices, and other systems are fully functional
- Load-Handling Component Inspection to examine hooks, ropes, blocks, and chains for signs of stress or fatigue
- Electrical System Review to ensure all wiring, controls, and lighting systems are intact and working as intended
If anything falls short of our standards, it is repaired or replaced immediately. Our technicians do not overlook details. They resolve them before the crane ever reaches your jobsite.
Off-Rent Inspections: Ensuring Readiness for the Next Job
When a crane returns from a job, we start again. Our return inspection confirms that the crane is ready for its next assignment without delay. A fresh round of documentation supports every finding and ensures nothing is missed.
Key off-rent inspection steps include:
- Visual Evaluation to capture the current condition with new photo records
- Mechanical and Structural Review to detect any abnormal wear or impact from field conditions
- Post-Incident Inspection, when applicable, to analyze causes and prevent future issues
- Service Logging to track the crane’s condition across its lifecycle
This process maintains our cranes in peak working order and provides transparency to future customers. Whether you are renting next or purchasing from our fleet, you know the equipment has been properly cared for.
Why It Matters: More Uptime, Fewer Surprises
Bigge inspections are a core part of how we deliver reliable results to our customers. These procedures reduce risk, prevent delays, and give you full confidence in the crane you receive.
Whether you need a rental to stay on schedule or are buying a crane that has proven itself in the field, you are getting equipment that has been maintained with discipline and care.
Trust Bigge. Rent or buy with confidence.
Ready to put our inspection process to work for you?
Contact Bigge today to schedule your next rental or inquire about our cranes for sale.