Project Name: The Terra
Project Address: 45-19 Davis St Long Island City, New York
Scope Of Work: Crane & Rigging Concrete Structure and superstructure, concrete pour slab and lifting of all concrete materials.
Project Elevation: 18 Stories [Ground Up New Construction & Extension/CN]
Positive Lifting is proud to have provided exceptional crane and rigging services for NY AXION in the construction of their new 22-story building. This significant project required careful planning, precision, and expertise to handle a variety of complex lifting operations. As a leading crane and rigging service provider, Positive Lifting played a key role in supporting the development with a range of lifting solutions, ensuring timely and safe execution.
Throughout the project, Positive Lifting’s team supported NY AXION by lifting and installing a wide array of materials, including:
Our cutting-edge equipment and highly skilled team ensured that each of these materials was moved efficiently and safely, keeping the project on schedule and meeting all deadlines. Positive Lifting’s ability to handle such a diverse range of materials with precision and safety was a key factor in the successful completion of this project.
As part of this project, Positive Lifting worked alongside NY AXION and ZD Jasper, with our team working tirelessly around the clock to meet the project’s exacting standards. We executed long and short strap lifts, used extra manpower, and deployed effective communication methods to ensure that the project was executed to perfection. Positive Lifting’s expertise in coordinating complex lifting operations allowed us to manage special glass and window installations, balcony fittings, and other delicate operations with precision.
To meet the project’s demands, we utilized a variety of state-of-the-art cranes, including Liebherr and Grove cranes, ranging from 100 tons to 400 tons, with lifting capabilities reaching up to 300 feet. Our team ensured that all operations were approved by the Department of Buildings (DOB) and adhered to city regulations, with MTA permits, impact approvals, and all necessary inspections in place.
At Positive Lifting, safety is always a top priority. Our daily inspections ensured that all rigging methods—including shackles, metal slings, nylon straps, and two-way bridle slings—met the highest standards. We also coordinated MTA flaggers and maintained on-time MTA inspection notifications to comply with traffic control regulations and minimize disruptions. Our rigging plans, developed with the utmost care, ensured that each lift was performed with maximum safety and efficiency.
With Positive Lifting, our clients can always rely on 24/7 lifting solutions that are tailored to meet the most complex project needs. We pride ourselves on providing dependable, high-quality crane services and always finding the best lifting solutions to meet project goals. Our innovative approach to lifting and our exceptional team of operators and riggers have allowed us to build long-lasting relationships with our clients, earning their trust and delivering successful outcomes on every job.
The 22-story building project for NY AXION is just one example of Positive Lifting’s ability to handle complex, high-profile developments with precision, safety, and expertise. Our team’s commitment to timely execution, safety standards, and exceptional customer service has earned us a reputation as the go-to crane vendor for high-rise construction projects across New York City. Another happy client, another successful project completed with precision and excellence.