Raptor Tech

What Raptor Tech does

Raptor Tech, Inc. is a privately-held, family-owned manufacturer founded in 2005 and headquartered at 5411 Walnut Ave., Downers Grove, Illinois. The company designs, engineers, and fabricates steel crane mats, UHMW outrigger pads, crawler crane mats, modular jacking stands, and rigging accessories for the crane and rigging industry, with products manufactured domestically using American-made materials. Its flagship Steel Crane Mats are offered in 18 standard sizes with capacities from 100,000 to 560,000 lbs, plus custom-engineered variants; each mat carries embedded RFID and NFC technology that enables smartphone-based access to product certification and eccentric loading calculation data, and the line is live-load tested and engineer-certified at 125% capacity with a 20-year warranty against internal corrosion.

Revenue is generated through a mix of one-time capital sales of mats and accessories, a rental program for steel and crawler mats on day/week/month terms, and custom-engineered products such as testing equipment, climbing jacks, man baskets, and stands. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly disclosed. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales with direct customer engagement for custom engineering; the company cites work with some of the largest construction and energy operators in the world, including nuclear, chemical, power generation, petroleum, and wind farm projects. The company is also the sole manufacturer of Total Support, LLC's patented Outrigger Pad Rack. Distribution channels are direct (website, phone, email) for sales and rentals, supported by a manufacturer specification library, a crane mat sizing calculator tool, and a multi-language website covering English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Arabic.

The competitive positioning rests on proprietary engineering (near-zero deflection at 125% capacity, lowest industry profile at 4-5/8 to 10-5/8 inches), a dense patent portfolio spanning granted U.S. and international filings (U.S. Patent Nos. 9,038,835; 10,961,017; 12,152,995; 12,209,378), and the embedded RFID/NFC traceability layer. Recent strategic moves are product-led rather than financial: Magnetic Outrigger Pads (2025), UHMW Outrigger Pads (2023), and 18'/20' standard Steel Crane Mat sizes (2022). The company has no disclosed outside funding, operates with 11–50 employees, and serves enterprise customers globally while restricting website access to U.S. residents under its Terms of Use.

Name

Raptor Tech

Legal name

Raptor Tech, Inc.

Website

https://raptortechinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Raptor Tech is a family-owned U.S. manufacturer of engineered steel crane mats, UHMW outrigger pads, crawler mats, and rigging accessories serving heavy construction, energy, and industrial enterprise customers via direct sales, rentals, and custom engineering.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Equipment (Crane Support Mats and Outrigger Pads)

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Steel crane mats
• Outrigger pads
• Crawler crane mats
• Crane mat rental
• Rigging accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Downers Grove

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Steel Crane Mat Sales: One-time purchase of steel crane mats. Products are engineer-certified and live-load tested. Available in 18 standard sizes with custom options.
2. Crane Mat Rental: Flexible rental program allowing customers to rent steel crane mats and crawler crane mats by the day, week, or month. Each mat is re-tested and certified before each use.
3. Custom Products and Accessories: Custom-engineered solutions including testing equipment, climbing jacks, man baskets, stands, braces, and other crane/rigging accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Raptor Tech designs, engineers, and fabricates steel crane mats, crawler crane mats, UHMW outrigger pads, and related accessories for the crane and rigging industry. Products are manufactured in the United States with American-made materials, live-load tested, engineer-certified, and integrated with RFID and NFC technology for tracking and certification. The company also offers custom-engineered solutions, crane mat rental programs, and custom testing equipment for enterprise customers in construction, energy, and industrial sectors.

Product overview

Raptor Tech is a manufacturer of engineered ground-bearing solutions for the crane and rigging industry, centered around its flagship Steel Crane Mats product line. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio including three types of steel crane mats (Standard, Custom, and Crawler), four outrigger pad variants (Economy/Standard, Premium, Area Plus, and Magnetic), and various accessories (Rack and Stack System, Outrigger Pad Rack, Modular Stands, Crane Shoe, Toe Blocking, Man Baskets). The products integrate RFID and NFC technology for product tracking and documentation. Additional offerings include crane mat rental, custom testing equipment fabrication, and jacking systems. The company also provides an online Steel Crane Mat Calculator tool for sizing recommendations based on crane model and soil bearing capacity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Steel Crane Mats Engineered, live-load tested, and engineer-certified steel crane mats designed to be lightweight with near-zero deflection, featuring the highest strength-to-weight ratio in the industry. Available in 18 standard sizes with capacities ranging from 100K to 560K lbs. Embedded RFID and NFC technology for product tracking and certification access.
• Custom Crane Mats
• Crawler Crane Mats Custom-engineered mats designed for crawler cranes with lightweight and cost-effective designs, available in standard (8' x 16' and 8' x 20') or customizable sizes. Feature ISO container lifting points for stacking and transport versatility. Applications include marine (barges, ship decks), bridges, and ports.
• Standard Outrigger Pads (Economy) Cost-effective UHMW outrigger pads with standard handles, featuring embedded RFID and NFC technology for instant product data access and inventory tracking. Available in round (R30-R60) and square (S1818-S2424) configurations with 2 or 3 inch thickness.
• Premium Outrigger Pads Premium UHMW outrigger pads with built-in handles and removable lifting lanyard for ease of use. Include embedded RFID and NFC technology for inventory tracking and smartphone access to product data.
• Area Plus Outrigger Pads Most advanced outrigger pads featuring scalloped contoured edge for easier roll control and prevention of runaway pads. Includes all standard features such as embedded RFID and NFC technology, built-in handles, and increased job site safety.
• Magnetic Outrigger Pads Outrigger pads with embedded magnetic technology to promote safer work environment and reduce labor costs. Feature embedded RFID and NFC technology and available in Standard, Premium, or Area Plus design. Patent Pending.
• Crane Mat Rental Flexible rental program for Steel Crane Mats and Crawler Crane Mats. Each mat is pre-qualified, live-load tested, and engineer-certified with additional engineering services available. Mats range from 5' x 4' to 16' x 8' for steel mats and 20' x 4' for crawler mats. Available by day, week, or month with freight assistance to and from job sites.
• Rack and Stack System Forklift-friendly safety accessory designed to reduce risk of crane mats shifting or sliding during transportation and on job sites. Patent-pending system available in four models, exclusively for use with Raptor Tech Steel Crane Mats up to 9' x 6'. Includes stacking cones.
• Outrigger Pad Rack Safety device for transporting and handling outrigger pads. Reduces fatigue and jobsite injuries, improves NIOSH lifting index. Holds U.S. Patent No. 9,038,835 B2 and international patents. Available in OPR48 and OPR60 models. Raptor Tech is the sole manufacturer of this Total Support, LLC-licensed product.
• Modular Stands & Jacking Stands Stands that securely stack and interlock for stability, ideal for jacking or supporting heavy loads during hydraulic skidding projects or industrial equipment installation. Available in three styles with five sizes each; heights range from 18" to 54", capacities from 50-100 tons.
• Crane Shoe Quick and affordable solution to extend the service life of damaged outrigger pads. Available in standard and custom solutions with hardware included.
• Toe Blocking Product accessory for the crane and rigging industry used to provide stability and load support under crane outriggers.
• Custom Testing Equipment Custom-designed testing frames, blast fixtures, and certification equipment for calibrating, certifying, or re-certifying lifting and rigging equipment. Used by some of the largest companies in the industry.
• Jacking Systems Climbing jacks that assist in lifting and lowering heavy loads. Customizable and designed to meet demanding lift requirements with any size and capacity.
• Man Baskets Man baskets and work platforms designed to safely transport employees on construction sites. Engineer certified and tested to ensure crew safety.
• Stands and Braces Supports for heavy haul and rigging needs, with quick turnaround to minimize downtime. Custom solutions available.

Quantifiable outcome

• Steel crane mats pay for themselves through one-time purchase vs recurring timber mat expenses
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Total Support, LLCcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerRaptor Tech is the sole manufacturer of Total Support, LLC's Outrigger Pad Rack product. This licensing arrangement gives Raptor Tech exclusive manufacturing rights for this patented safety device designed to reduce injuries when manually handling outrigger pads. The Outrigger Pad Rack holds multiple international patents including U.S. Patent No. 9,038,835 B2.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DICA: DICA is a leading manufacturer of outrigger pads, crane pads, and ground protection products for the crane and construction industry. It is the most direct competitor to Raptor Tech's outrigger pad product line, serving similar enterprise customers with comparable engineered solutions.
• Quality Mat Company: Quality Mat Company manufactures heavy-duty crane mats and ground protection mats for construction and energy projects. It directly competes with Raptor Tech's steel crane mat product line, particularly in energy, infrastructure, and heavy construction end markets.
• Bigfoot Construction Equipment: Bigfoot Construction Equipment manufactures outrigger pads, crane pads, and ground support products for the crane industry. It competes directly with Raptor Tech's outrigger pad offerings and serves similar enterprise construction customers.
• Matrax: Matrax produces composite ground protection mats and crane access mats for construction, utilities, and event applications. While focused on composite materials versus steel, it serves overlapping customers in crane ground support and competes for similar use cases.
• TuffPad: TuffPad manufactures heavy-duty outrigger pads and crane support pads made from UHMW and composite materials. It directly competes with Raptor Tech's UHMW outrigger pad line in the same enterprise construction customer base.
• Wolf Creek Companies: Wolf Creek Companies provides access mats, crane mats, and ground protection solutions primarily for the pipeline, utility, and energy industries. It overlaps with Raptor Tech's energy and infrastructure customer segments with comparable mat products.

Emerging players

• Sterling Crane (formerly Sterling Industrial): Sterling Crane is a crane services and equipment provider that also offers crane mat and ground support solutions. While not solely a mat manufacturer, it competes in adjacent crane support services and serves similar enterprise customers.
• Norseman (NTC): Norseman Protective Solutions manufactures ground protection mats and rig mats for construction, oil & gas, and event industries. It overlaps with Raptor Tech in ground-bearing solutions for heavy construction projects.

Broad incumbents

• Liebherr: Liebherr is a major global manufacturer of cranes and construction equipment that also specifies crane support and ground protection solutions. While not a direct mat manufacturer, its crane customers overlap with Raptor Tech's buyer base and influence mat specification decisions.
• Manitowoc Company: Manitowoc (parent of Grove and Potain cranes) is a leading crane manufacturer whose equipment is referenced in Raptor Tech's crane specification library. As a broad incumbent in the crane ecosystem, it shapes mat specifications and indirectly influences Raptor Tech's addressable market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/steelcranemats
• Facebookfacebook.com/steelcranemats

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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