Rigging & Equipment Positioning

Controlled movement. Safe handling. Accurate positioning.

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Equipment Movement Integrated Into Project Execution

bXperts provides rigging and equipment positioning as part of machinery installation, replacement, dismantling, and production-line relocation projects. The scope is planned around the equipment, facility conditions, access constraints, installation sequence, and the work required before and after the move.

Rather than positioning rigging as a standalone primary service, this capability supports the broader execution of equipment and line projects — from receiving and controlled movement through final positioning, alignment, and preparation for mechanical, electrical, utility, and process connections.

Equipment Movement & Positioning for Line Relocations

For production-line relocations, the equipment movement and positioning scope can include the steps below. This is the rigging capability portion of a relocation project — for the complete relocation service, see Line Relocations.

Equipment Identification & Marking

Identify, tag, and document equipment to maintain control throughout the move.

Mechanical & Electrical Dismantling

Safe disassembly and isolation of mechanical and electrical components, following a planned dismantling and movement sequence.

Lifting, Jacking & Skidding

Use of appropriate rigging, jacks, and skates for controlled movement.

Transport Packaging & Protection

Steel- or wooden-frame packaging and protection during handling, transport, and temporary storage.

Loading, Transport & Unloading

Coordinated removal from the original facility, loading onto trucks, containers, or flat racks, and unloading and movement at the destination.

Final Positioning & Alignment

Position equipment to specification and prepare for reconnection.

Reconnection Preparation

Prepare equipment for mechanical, electrical, utility, and process reconnections.

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Identification and marking of equipment at the original location
Preparation of dismantling and movement sequences
Mechanical and electrical dismantling
Lifting, jacking, skidding, and controlled equipment movement
Removal of machinery from the production facility
Preparation and packaging for domestic or international transportation
Steel-frame and/or wooden-frame packaging where required
Loading onto trucks, containers, flat racks, or other transportation systems
Protection and preservation during transportation
Unloading and movement at the destination
Final positioning and alignment
Preparation for mechanical, electrical, utility, and process reconnection

New Equipment Installation & Replacement

Positioning services support new installations and replacement projects. Depending on scope, bXperts can receive equipment at site and prepare it for installation or integration into an existing line.

Equipment Receiving & Unloading

Coordinate receiving, inspection, and safe unloading of new equipment.

Controlled Facility Movement

Move equipment through planned routes using appropriate rigging and handling methods.

Restricted-Area Lifting & Skidding

Execute lifts and skids in tight spaces with controlled techniques.

Installation & Alignment

Accurate positioning and alignment to support commissioning and start-up.

Planning for Safe Execution

Before equipment is moved, the execution plan must account for the equipment and the environment around it.

Weight & Center of Gravity

Verify weights and center of gravity to select proper lifting and support methods.

Lifting & Jacking Points

Identify and validate engineered lifting and jacking points on equipment.

Access Routes & Floor Loading

Evaluate routes, doorways, trenches, openings, surface conditions, and floor loads for safe movement.

Clearances & Surrounding Assets

Confirm building clearances and protect surrounding machinery and installed equipment.

Standards & Asset Protection

Follow applicable standards and apply asset protection measures to protect people and property.

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Equipment weight and center of gravity
Lifting and jacking points
Access routes
Floor loading
Trenches and openings
Surface conditions
Surrounding machinery and infrastructure
Building clearances
Required lifting and moving equipment
Asset protection
Applicable standards

Proven in the Field

In one multi-phase production-line relocation for a major global tire manufacturer, bXperts' scope included dismantling, equipment movement, transportation, and final positioning as part of a project spanning more than a year. This type of work illustrates how equipment positioning fits into a broader relocation and installation scope rather than operating as an isolated activity.

What Controlled Execution Protects

The objective is to protect the equipment, the customer’s facility and infrastructure, surrounding assets, and the people working in and around the operation.

Equipment

Controls reduce risk of damage and maintain equipment integrity.

Facility & Infrastructure

Planned moves protect floors, structures, utilities, and installed systems.

People & Surrounding Operations

Safe execution protects people and minimizes impact on ongoing operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from Line Relocations?

Rigging & Equipment Positioning covers the equipment movement, dismantling, and positioning work involved in relocation, installation, replacement, and dismantling projects. For the complete relocation project scope, see our Line Relocations page.

Is rigging and equipment positioning a standalone bXperts service?

It is primarily a project capability used within equipment installation, replacement, dismantling, and line relocation scopes. The exact work depends on the equipment, facility, access conditions, and overall project requirements.

Can bXperts support equipment movement between facilities?

Yes. Line relocation scopes can include dismantling, preparation for transportation, loading, unloading, movement into the destination facility, final positioning, alignment, and preparation for reconnection.

Do you support new equipment installations as well as relocations?

Yes. Equipment positioning can also form part of new equipment installations and replacement projects, including receiving, unloading, controlled movement, positioning, alignment, and preparation for installation.

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