About
CEI Crane & Rigging

CEI supports crane, rigging, heavy haul, and industrial services under one plan so scope, access, and scheduling are confirmed before anything mobilizes. The focus is controlled work zones, protected handling, and execution that stays aligned from the first lift through closeout.

Trusted by Ohio's Construction Industry

Built For Projects That Need Clear Ownership

CEI is set up for jobs where timing, access, and coordination matter. We work with contractors, plant teams, and project managers who need one accountable partner to manage the plan, the equipment, and the execution.

What CEI Supports

Crane service, rigging, machinery moving, heavy haul transportation, staging and storage, and field support based on what the scope requires.

How
CEI Works

We confirm constraints early, align the sequence, and coordinate crews and equipment so the job stays organized, assets stay protected, and work areas stay controlled.

History

Built Through Capability And Expansion

CEI Crane & Rigging has grown by expanding equipment, facilities, and rigging capacity to support larger scopes and more complex jobs. The timeline highlights the key moments that shaped how we support lifting, moving, and project execution today.

1964

Company founded with first hydraulic crane in Stark County

1967

First facility move into a warehouse location

1985

Purchased Quimby Ave. SW property, adding 6,000 sq ft

2002

Major warehouse expansion with an additional 36,000 sq ft

2014

Added MobileLift and TwinLift to expand rigging capability

2023

Acquired Starrett Service

2024

HQ move and rebrand to CEI Crane & Rigging

Customer testimonials

"Through the outstanding efforts of your employees, we were able to meet the deadline with room to spare. We would like to express our appreciation to your company and those key employees who made it happen. You are fortunate to have such devoted and productive employees in your organization."
Chris Shelpuk
Project Manager, Waste Management Division
We would like to extend our appreciation for a job well done. Your organization was a major factor in the success of this project, and your staff met every challenge as an opportunity to excel. We relied on your expertise to meet schedule, maintain budget, and provide a quality product. There is no question your company has the best interests of The Timken Company in mind.
Vincent M. Cuenot
Senior Buyer The Timken Company