Written by the FleetEasy Team
Serving Spokane and Washington State
When heavy equipment breaks down or tips over, it can bring an entire job site to a halt. We understand that equipment downtime can cost money, delay projects, and pose risks to your operators and employees. Unfortunately, all these things can negatively impact your business and its reputation for reliability.
FleetEasy offers complete fleet services, including fast equipment recovery and repair services, like in the story we’ll tell below. A while back, we responded to a call to help a heavy-duty excavator that had tipped over on a job site on Badger Lake Road near Spokane. Here’s how we handled the job.
Equipment Recovery on Badger Lake Road
Tipped over excavator needs our help!
Upon arrival, our operator with Pro-Tow by FleetEasy found the flipped-over excavator off-road, on its side, and not looking good! The ground in the area was soft, which could pose a challenge when putting pressure on the earth while lifting something so heavy.
Fortunately, we learned that the customer had prepared a rigging platform to stabilize the recovery area. Using this as a base, the operator brought in our heavy-duty rotating crane-style wrecker, which is the best tool for safely lifting and repositioning large machinery.
Precise Rigging Calculations Required
Before any lifting began, the operator performed detailed rigging calculations to ensure the recovery could be done safely and efficiently. Rigging calculations determine the right angles, weights, and connection points to balance the load. Getting these numbers right is critical. An incorrect calculation can lead to equipment damage, shifting loads, or serious injury.
Dealing with the soft ground while performing this equipment service.
Unflipping the Flipped Excavator
With safety verified, the operator installed a 6-point rigging system using specialty chains and straps designed to handle the excavator’s weight and dimensions. Working slowly and deliberately, the team lifted the machine upright onto a soft surface, ensuring both the excavator and the surrounding site remained stable. Within a short time, the recovery was complete and the customer could get back to work.
Successful equipment recovery near Spokane
Heavy Equipment Services You Can Rely On
FleetEasy offers 24-hour emergency fleet recovery and repair services, but we aren’t just there for you when things go wrong. Our ongoing heavy fleet services can keep your machines running at peak performance and reduce the risk of breakdowns and costly downtime.
Whether you manage excavators, bulldozers, loaders, or other machinery, our services include:
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- Scheduled Inspections: Identify potential issues before they cause failures.
- Preventative Maintenance: Ensure your equipment performs efficiently and safely.
- Repairs and Diagnostics: Skilled technicians handle everything from hydraulic systems to engine work.
- On-Site and Emergency Support: Mobile service units can reach you wherever the job takes you.
Heavy Equipment Spill Response
And when accidents happen that cause a spill or leak, FleetEasy relies on Pro-Enviro, another trusted member of the FleetEasy Family, to handle spill cleanups. Whether it’s fuel, oil, or hydraulic fluid, Pro-Enviro ensures contamination is contained and the site is fully remediated in compliance with environmental regulations.
Need heavy equipment support or emergency recovery?
FleetEasy offers 24-hour emergency services in Spokane, across Washington State and beyond. Our services include roadside assistance, on-site and in-shop fleet repairs and maintenance, 24-hour towing and recovery, vehicle spill response and more.
Contact us today to learn how we can help keep your fleet and job sites running smoothly.