Industrial contracting is it’s own unique industry that involves installing, moving, repairing, or maintaining heavy manufacturing equipment and structures. Industrial contractors tackle almost everything in the planning, engineering, and executing of large-scale projects. While there are similarities between industrial contracting and general contracting and construction services, they are separate industries with their own specialized equipment and training. Industrial contractors might work in many industries from oil and gas to aerospace; and are often involved in the construction of public infrastructure projects. If you have a project in mind, whether small or large scale, you know that finding the right service providers is the key to mitigating risks, keeping costs low, and making sure your project stays on schedule. When researching contractors, finding a company with a stellar reputation and experience in many differing industries is important. At AME, we have over 60 years of experience guiding our clients through small and large-scale industrial contracting projects of all kinds. We have the machinery, training, and experience necessary to ensure that your project is done right and within your budget and time frame.

What is Industrial Contracting?

Industrial contracting companies handle the planning, engineering, building, repair, relocation, maintenance, and demolition of heavy manufacturing equipment or structures. They work across many different industries and often have a part in building public infrastructure projects like bridges and subways. The job often involves obtaining the correct permits, hiring the right equipment, managing budgets, and coordinating and overseeing subcontractors. Because these jobs involve coordinating across so many different types of work, they can be especially dangerous and intricate to manage.

How is Industrial Contracting Different from General Contracting?

Industrial contracting and general contracting overlap occasionally. However, they are different industries with different equipment and training. General contractors often construct buildings for residential and commercial property owners, as well as educational buildings and municipality buildings. In contrast, industrial contractors build and maintain structures for industrial and manufacturing uses. These projects almost always involve transporting and installing heavy equipment and machinery, while general contracting does not often require these same large-scale needs. Finally, the permitting, licensing, and training processes for industrial contracting are more complicated when compared to general contracting.

What Industries Rely on Industrial Contracting

Many different industries rely on industrial contracting to complete their projects. For example, oil and gas, steel production, mining, military, and aerospace. Additionally, these contractors also work on building, maintaining, and repairing public infrastructure projects. This might include things like roadways, dams, bridges, tunnels, airports, and subways. Industrial contractors can also be used for residential and commercial building when the project is unusually complex. For example, if there are geological challenges to contend with like extremely steep slopes, rockfalls, or sinkholes.

Why You Should Hire AME for Your Industrial Contracting Needs

At AME, we have experience in a number of different types of projects. We have a large inventory of construction trucks available for rental, including forklifts, hydraulic cranes, and boom trucks. When you rent from AME, you’ll be assigned a dedicated project manager who can oversee your construction needs and make sure that your project stays on budget and that your crew stays safe. When it comes to rigging and lifting, our operators receive extensive training in safety and optical alignment to make sure that the machine you’re using is the right one for the job. Our millwrights can install, relocate, replace, or remove equipment and machinery with care and precision. So whether it’s pouring a foundation, installing a sculpture, lifting a roof, or relocating a plant, trust AME to get the job done right. We have a deep history of projects spanning many industries, and all of our operators receive extensive safety training and technical guidance.

Industrial contracting is an important industry that impacts many jobs, from deep sea oil drilling to aerospace technologies. Industrial contractors handle almost every aspect of the planning, engineering, building, moving, maintenance, and removal of large industrial facilities and equipment. If you have a project that requires specialty skills in industrial contracting, partnering with AME can help you get the job done with a focus on safety and budget. With years of experience, an extensive inventory of specialized equipment, operators with the highest standards of safety training, and a vast list of successful projects under our belt, we’re the right company for the job.