Trusted Service,
Dedicated Team

Since our founding in the early 1990s, MEI Rigging & Crating has grown into one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating and export packaging services in the U.S. Our dedication to precision, safety and exceptional customer service remains strong.






Nationwide Reach

MEI Rigging & Crating has 20 operating locations across 15 states — Arizona, California, Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Virginia. With a growing footprint and expansive portfolio, we are able to serve customers with project-specific needs across the country.





Built On Commitment

Explore why our clients trust us to exceed expectations, day in and day out.

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Our Brands

Able Machinery logo, An MEI Company

Our Brands

Able Machinery logo, An MEI Company


Guided by our values in everything we do

MEI has experienced tremendous change over the last three decades as our list of customers and locations continues to grow across the nation. Throughout this change, our shared values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment and results have remained steadfast. Our day-to-day operations are guided by these values and have positioned us to provide exceptional service to customers of all sizes.






 Testimonials

  • “We just used MEI on one of our projects in the Dallas area. The team that was here did an outstanding job and it was obvious they came from a positive safety culture” SMS, MSP Sr. Safety Manager, Pharmaceutical Industry
  • “The last two days were very successful due to the planning from the team and the execution of the Davis Crane and MEI crews along with the delivery trucks. We had a lot of moving parts the last two days and we wanted to thank you all for your hard work, patience, and cooperation to ensure we accomplished all activities in a safely manner. It is always good working with you and your crews and we will have two more gen picks in the near future to make it look easy.” General Contractor
  • “I just wanted to take a moment to inform you of some of your teams excellent work. They were all very professional, hard-working, and provided quality work under a tight deadline and in some cases difficult circumstances. I enjoyed working with these individuals throughout this installation.” Engineering Firm
  • “I just wanted to take a quick moment to thank you and your team for the support that you team gave my company on this relocation project. Your rigging team was nothing short of being the highest-rated professional, skilled, and extremely talented. Your rigging crew work constantly and overcame every obstacle that they were presented with, even with the ever changing schedule. ” Test Systems Design Engineer/Project Manager
  • “I would like to extend recognition to MEI for their assistance during this project. The team was exceptional to work with—the best crew I have seen in my five years with this company. They maintained a professional workplace. Their focus on safety and communication were just two of the key factors that made this team stand out. ” Lead Engineer, Semiconductor Manufacturing
  • “Never having been to this site before or set this type of equipment in the conditions they had to adhere to, your team killed it. Along with a positive and can do attitude they were very courteous. They communicated very well and set goals each day and worked extra hours to accomplish these goals. This team deserves an “A-plus” rating in my book.” Operations Manager, Construction Industry
  • “They are skilled professionals who get right down to business. Excellent communication and interaction with my team. This was the kind of support we desperately needed to help us keep on track. We face multiple challenges daily and greatly appreciate having had MEI support us in this portion.” Project Manager 
  • “Just a few words to commend your team you sent out here to help us out with the setting and installing of several CRAH units. From the moment your team arrived onsite, they were professional, respectful and each of them all possessed a can do attitude. Your team arrived with the correct tool to complete the job safely, with the right attitude to navigate through our unique site restrictions and made it look easy.” Data Center Company 
  • I really appreciate the commitment I constantly see from MEI, whether it be putting in a late shift, ensuring we have the tools we need to support de-installs / relocations, and general support of the constant stream of tools leaving and entering the fab. I am always impressed with the teamwork I observe. Great work!!” Project Manager, EV Industry
  • “You and your crew are outstanding and very professional in all aspects of the work performed. Every move made was calculated and performed in a slow steady manner and though you encountered a few obstacles in the operation, every member of your team remained professional and worked through things together to overcome these.” Engineering Lead
  • “Your team did an outstanding job. It was a pleasure to work with MEI. Kevin, Will and Robbie did an excellent job and were well prepared to deal with any challenge. Their knowledge and work ethic were key to a successful job. Meeting you on Thursday was a pleasure and shows MEI’s dedication to achieving customer satisfaction. The crates were made as ordered and performed very well. The additional blocking, padding and strapping was a great addition that I didn’t think of.” Installation & Project Manager, Industrial Printing Company 



MEI Rigging & Crating
MEI Rigging & Crating
MEI Rigging & Crating
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