Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Crane & Rigging Services in New Bedford, MA
NC Hudon has been a trusted provider of crane hoisting and rigging services in southeastern Massachusetts since 1946. Founded by Norman C. Hudon on New Bedford's waterfront, our family-owned business built its reputation through decades of dedicated service to the fishing fleets and manufacturing industries. We specialize in delivering safe, high-quality rigging solutions supported by a fleet of modern equipment including 60-ton Grove All-Terrain cranes and a 30,000-pound capacity forklift named Eric. Our comprehensive transportation capabilities with flat beds, drop frames, and hydraulic detachable low beds enable us to handle oversized equipment efficiently.With over 60 years of operational history, we maintain a strong commitment to professional service standards while expanding our expertise across the South Shore, Cape Cod, and eastern Rhode Island regions. Our team combines generational knowledge with specialized rigging attachments to meet diverse industrial needs. We prioritize consistent performance and transparent communication to ensure client satisfaction on every project. This enduring philosophy continues to make us a preferred partner for businesses requiring reliable crane and rigging solutions.
Services
Crane Services
Rigging Solutions
Forklift Operations
Heavy Equipment Transport
Mobile Rigging
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of crane and rigging expertise since 1946
- Our family-owned business maintains generational commitment to quality
- We operate specialized rigging attachments for diverse equipment needs
- Our service area covers southeastern MA, Cape Cod, and Rhode Island
- We maintain modern equipment including 60-ton Grove All-Terrain cranes
Services
Crane Services
Our crane services utilize a 60-ton Grove All-Terrain crane and 33-ton National Boom Truck to handle heavy industrial equipment. Larger cranes are available upon request for specialized projects. This equipment enables safe, efficient lifting operations for manufacturing and construction clients across southeastern New England.
Rigging Solutions
Professional rigging services combine specialized attachments with experienced operators to ensure secure equipment transportation. Our capabilities include handling oversized machinery using hydraulic detachable low beds and flatbed trailers. This comprehensive approach supports complex industrial relocation projects requiring precision and safety compliance.
Forklift Operations
Our forklift fleet handles loads from 2,500 to 30,000 pounds capacity, featuring Eric - the region's most capable forklift. This equipment supports warehouse operations, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities requiring heavy material movement. Specialized attachments enhance versatility for different load types and environments.
Heavy Equipment Transport
Transportation services utilize flatbeds, drop frames, and hydraulic detachable low beds for oversized equipment movement. Our trailers accommodate diverse dimensions while maintaining road safety compliance. This capability supports complete plant relocations and large-scale industrial projects requiring coordinated logistics solutions.
Questions
What crane sizes do you offer?
We operate a 60-ton Grove All-Terrain crane and 33-ton National Boom Truck, with larger cranes available upon request.
Do you handle heavy equipment transportation?
Yes, we provide complete transportation solutions using flatbeds, drop frames, and hydraulic detachable low beds for oversized equipment.
What areas do you service?
We serve southeastern Massachusetts, South Shore, Cape Cod, and eastern Rhode Island regions.
What forklift capacities are available?
Our forklift fleet handles loads from 2,500 to 30,000 pounds capacity, including specialized attachments for different materials.
