Nichols Crane: Lifting the Standard

Family-owned and -operated, Nichols Crane delivers the highest quality lifting solutions and an unmatched commitment to reliability and superior service.

When you hire Nichols Crane, you get a dedicated team of crane operators, project managers, office staff and company owners with a true passion for treating customers and teammates like family.

What’s more, you also get all of this:

Four generations of crane operating experience

Nichols Crane has been serving Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana for over 30 years. Even more, our family has been in the crane industry for over four generations, with each generation inspiring the next.

A talented and tested team of expert operators

Our team of over 30 crane operators has over 500 years of combined operating experience across a wide variety of industries. They handle complex jobs and site pressures with precision and poise.

Our state-of-the-art crane fleet

Our modern fleet features top-of-the-line cranes from renowned manufacturers like Liebherr and Tadano, with capacities reaching up to 550 tons and the ability to handle diverse project demands.

Rigorous and comprehensive lift planning

Our accessible, knowledgeable team of project managers can provide assistance for even the most complex jobs, leading to improved safety and overall project efficiency. They prepare virtual lift plans and help navigate challenging municipal or site requirements.

An unwavering commitment to safety

Safety is paramount at Nichols Crane, as evidenced by our excellent safety ratings and the consistently outstanding EMR (Experience Modification Rate) awarded to us by the insurance industry.

24/7 emergency services

With 24-hour emergency services throughout the year, Nichols Crane is your dependable partner for urgent crane rental whenever the need arises.

WBE/DBE Certified Business

Female-owned Nichols Crane can help you meet WBE/DBE participation requirements and count toward your diversity goals.

Deep local roots

Our focus on Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana gives us local knowledge, personal relationships and community loyalty that no national or regional crane rental company could possibly approach.

Nichols Crane: Lifting the Standard