Expert Machine Moving and Rigging

When machinery needs to be lifted, secured, transported, and placed with precision, Sims Global Solutions coordinates the people, equipment, and freight expertise to get it done right. From heavy haul moves and oversized equipment to crane-supported rigging and final positioning, we simplify complex machine relocations with dependable planning, real-time visibility, and safety-focused execution.

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Our Machine Moving and Rigging Services

Coordinated rigging, heavy haul, specialized trailer, and high-value freight solutions for complex machinery moves.

Crane Rigging

Crane and rigging coordination for lifting, positioning, and installing heavy or oversized equipment, supported by site assessment, lift planning, load securement, and coordination with permitting and routing teams.

Heavy Haul

Heavy haul transportation for oversized and overweight machinery using specialized tractors, RGN lowboys, multi-axle trailers, securement equipment, and route planning for compliant, safety-focused execution.

Oversized Freight

Oversized freight solutions for loads exceeding standard dimensions, including escort services and permit coordination to help machinery move through approved routes with fewer compliance issues.

Specialized Trailers

Open-deck trailer options for machinery and equipment that cannot fit in a dry van, including flatbeds, step decks, RGNs, lowboys, and double drop configurations.

High Value Freight

Enhanced handling for valuable machinery and sensitive equipment, supported by additional protection, monitoring, real-time visibility, and A+ rated supplemental cargo insurance options.

White Glove

Premium handling options for machinery requiring inside delivery, equipment setup, crating, packing, debris removal, or carefully coordinated delivery windows at destination facilities.

Rigging crew securing heavy machinery

Our Machine Moving Process

Review Load and Site Details

We review machinery dimensions, weight, value, pickup conditions, destination access, and any site-specific lifting requirements. This early assessment helps determine whether cranes, rigging crews, escorts, permits, or specialized trailers are needed.

Select Equipment and Rigging

Plan Route and Permits

Secure and Move Machinery

Track Delivery and Placement

The Sims Difference

Why Choose Sims Global Solutions?

Sims Global Solutions combines specialized freight expertise with technology-driven coordination.

Carrier Network

Access to over 150,000 carriers helps match machinery moves with capable specialized resources.

Real-Time Visibility

SimsTrak provides quoting, scheduling, tracking, and reporting visibility throughout complex machinery moves.

Heavy Haul

Heavy haul expertise supports oversized, overweight, permit-driven, and specialized trailer transportation requirements.

Dedicated Support

A dedicated operations team coordinates routes, carriers, documentation, and proactive issue resolution.

Meet The Logistics Team

Logistics specialists focused on complex machinery transportation.

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Billy

Corporate Sales Manager – Heavy Haul Trucking

Billy serves as Corporate Sales Manager – Heavy Haul Trucking at Sims Global Solutions, bringing deep expertise in asset-based freight and complex trucking solutions. Leveraging the company's own fleet of assets alongside the industry-leading SimsTrak Transportation Management System, Billy excels at identifying and capturing opportunities that traditional freight brokerages often cannot access. His approach focuses on building meaningful client relationships, supported by a fully integrated TMS and CRM platform that streamlines documentation and communication. Billy is committed to delivering cost-effective, reliable heavy haul solutions to customers across all industries, from Fortune 100 companies to specialized sectors like aerospace, defense, and material handling, ensuring every shipment is handled with precision and care.

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Chase

Agency Owner Since 2016

Chase has been an Agency Owner with Sims Global Solutions since 2016, building nearly a decade of success as an independent freight sales agent within the SGS network. He brings a hands-on, relationship-first philosophy to every client partnership, consistently outperforming larger competitors through personalized service and deep industry knowledge. Backed by Sims Global's cutting-edge technology stack, dedicated operations team, and multi-modal capabilities spanning truckload, LTL, expedited, intermodal, and warehousing, Chase delivers adaptive shipping solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. His long-standing tenure reflects his commitment to the company's core values of loyalty, transparency, and continuous improvement, helping clients nationwide streamline their logistics and reduce operational costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does machine moving and rigging include?

Machine moving and rigging involves planning, lifting, securing, transporting, and positioning heavy equipment or machinery. It may include crane coordination, rigging hardware, load securement, specialized trailers, permits, escorts, and final placement. Sims Global Solutions supports these projects with logistics coordination, heavy haul resources, and visibility tools that help reduce delays and handling risks.

What equipment is used to move heavy machinery?

Do oversized machine moves require permits?

How much does machine moving and rigging cost?

How far in advance should I schedule a machine move?

Can you move machinery across state lines?

How do you keep machinery safe during transport?

Can rigging be coordinated with delivery and setup?

Need Help Planning a Move?

Share your machinery move details and get practical next steps.

Service Areas Covered

Coordinating machine moving and rigging across national, regional, and cross-border transportation networks.

Do We Service Your Route?

Tell us your origin, destination, and machinery details.

Certified & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

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TIA Member

Recognized transportation intermediary industry membership.

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A+ Cargo Insurance

Added protection for valuable freight moves.

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SimsTrak TMS

Technology-supported visibility from quote to delivery.

Plan Your Machinery Move With Confidence

Tell us what needs to move, where it is going, and any site constraints. Our team will review the details and help coordinate the right rigging, trailer, permitting, and transportation plan.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 855-326-8671. You can also send us a quick email at ContactSims@ShipSims.com.