Crane & Rigging Services for Flushing Point Towers

Project Overview

Few construction projects in New York City match the scale and complexity of Flushing Point Towers – and fewer crane companies are equipped to handle them from the ground up.

Positive Lifting was contracted to provide comprehensive crane, rigging, and knuckle boom services across all phases of this landmark development at 131-02 40th Road in Flushing, Queens. The project consists of 3 towers, each rising 22 stories, covering a total of 550,600 square feet – including 243,000 square feet of residential space. It stands as one of the largest construction projects in New York City history.

From concrete superstructure erection to heavy mechanical equipment installation, Positive Lifting managed the full scope of crane and rigging operations on site – coordinating every lift from the earliest structural phases through to roof-level mechanical placement.

The Challenge: Three 22-Story Towers, One Coordinated Lifting Operation

A project of this magnitude presents crane and rigging challenges that few contractors can handle:

Massive scale – 550,600 sq ft across three simultaneous tower builds.
Multi-phase lifting scope – from superstructure concrete erection to mechanical equipment installation on the roof.
Heavy mechanical units – HVAC and mechanical equipment weighing between 5,000 and 15,000 pounds required precision roof-level placements.
Dense urban environment – operating in Flushing, Queens demanded strict crane positioning, permitting compliance, and street-level coordination.
Extended project timeline – sustained crane and rigging operations across a long-term, large-scale build required consistent scheduling and equipment availability.

Each phase of the project required a different crane configuration and rigging approach, making equipment selection and sequencing critical to keeping the construction schedule on track.

The Lifting Solution: Knuckle Booms, Mobile Cranes, and Heavy-Lift Configuration

Positive Lifting developed a phased crane strategy matched to each stage of construction.

Phase 1- Superstructure Erection:

Knuckle boom cranes were deployed for the concrete superstructure phase, providing the reach and maneuverability needed for precise material placement across the rising tower floors.

Phase 2 – Material Lifting to Roof Level:

As the towers reached full height, the team transitioned to mobile cranes for lifting materials and equipment to roof level. Equipment deployed included:

Grove GMK3050B all-terrain mobile crane
Liebherr LTM 1100 all-terrain mobile crane

Phase 3 – Heavy Mechanical Equipment Installation:

For the heaviest lifts – mechanical units weighing up to 15,000 pounds – the team mobilized larger crane configurations:

Liebherr LTM 1250 all-terrain mobile crane
Liebherr LTM 1300 all-terrain mobile crane

Each crane was selected for the specific load, radius, and elevation requirements of that phase. Detailed lift plans and rigging drawings were produced to ensure every pick was engineered and executed safely.

Execution & Safety: Meticulous Planning Across Every Phase

All lifting operations were carried out by certified crane operators, master riggers, and rigging crews in full compliance with NYC Department of Buildings regulations and crane safety standards.

Key execution and safety measures included:

Phase-by-phase lift planning aligned with the overall construction schedule
Custom rigging configurations for each mechanical unit based on weight and placement location
Continuous coordination with the general contractor and structural teams on site
Proper crane positioning and stabilization across a dense urban job site
Full permit compliance for all crane placements and street-level operations
Transition management between crane types as the project moved through phases

The scale of this project required not just the right equipment – but the organizational capability to manage multiple crane operations across an extended timeline without disruption to the broader construction schedule.

Result: Ground Up to Rooftop – Delivered

All crane and rigging operations across Flushing Point Towers were completed successfully, covering every phase from initial superstructure erection through final mechanical equipment placement at roof level.

Positive Lifting’s ability to mobilize the right crane for each phase – from knuckle booms on the lower floors to 300-ton all-terrain cranes for the heaviest roof picks – ensured the project stayed on schedule across one of the most complex and large-scale builds in recent NYC history.

This project is a clear example of what full-scope crane services in New York City look like when matched to the real demands of a ground-up high-rise development.

Need Crane Services for a Large-Scale Construction Project in NYC?

From ground-up towers to mechanical equipment installations – Positive Lifting has the fleet, the certifications, and the expertise to handle your project at any scale.

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