Piedmont Hoist & Crane

What Piedmont Hoist & Crane does

Piedmont Hoist & Crane is a Winston-Salem, NC-based mechanical engineering firm founded in 1993 that designs, fabricates, and services overhead crane systems, hoists, and related components such as box girders and rotating/fixed-axle end trucks. Its product portfolio spans pre-engineered and custom-engineered overhead crane systems, custom and pre-engineered hoists (including custom-built-up units), and precision-engineered truck assemblies, supported by new equipment installation, modernization/upgrade services (VFDs, cab-to-pendant conversions, electrification, remote controls), 24/7 crane and hoist service and repair, OSHA- and CMAA-compliant rigging inspections, and rigging training. The company holds CMAA membership and operates with OSHA compliance as core market credentials. In May 2024, Piedmont was acquired by Mazzella Companies and rebranded as Mazzella Piedmont, becoming part of a parent organization with 1,500+ employees and 50+ North American locations.

The business serves enterprise industrial customers across aviation, foundries, steel distribution, power and energy, heavy manufacturing, military and defense contracting, and general industry. Revenue is generated through four streams: crane and hoist manufacturing (hardware sales), installation and aftermarket service (professional services, including 24/7 support), OSHA/CMAA-compliant inspection services, and rigging training. Pricing is quote-based and varies by crane type, capacity, custom engineering scope, and service contract length, with multi-year service agreements in place and direct sales engagement with engineering and procurement teams. Distribution combines enterprise field sales with phone-based ordering (products: 1-800-362-4601; 24/7 service: 1-800-664-3380) and a Mazzella-operated e-commerce storefront at shop.mazzellacompanies.com.

Following the acquisition, the business benefits from Mazzella's broader lifting and rigging catalog (wire rope, slings, rigging hardware, cordage, fall protection, below-the-hook lifting devices), shared marketing infrastructure across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and an expanded service network across the United States, while retaining its Winston-Salem manufacturing operations and President/CEO Rich Burns.

Name

Piedmont Hoist & Crane

Legal name

Piedmont Hoist & Crane Inc.

Website

https://piedmonthoist.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Piedmont Hoist & Crane is a Winston-Salem, NC mechanical engineering firm founded in 1993 that designs, fabricates, and services overhead cranes, hoists, and components for enterprise industrial customers in aviation, foundries, steel, power, defense, and heavy manufacturing; since May 2024 it has operated as Mazzella Piedmont following acquisition by Mazzella Companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Overhead Cranes and Lifting Equipment

NAICS

Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing (333923), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Crane & Hoist Components (Wire Rope, Chain, Drums, Sheaves, Motors, Controls) (IMAHAJAK), Crane & Hoist Installation, Inspection & Maintenance Services (IMAHAJAM), Hoists (Electric, Manual & Pneumatic) (IMAHAJAG), Cranes, Hoists & Rigging Equipment MRO (Mobile/Tower Cranes, Winches) (TLAKAHAE)

Keywords

• Overhead crane manufacturing
• Crane installation services
• Crane modernization services
• Rigging inspection services
• Industrial lifting equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Winston Salem

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Crane and Hoist Manufacturing: Revenue generated from the design, fabrication, and sale of pre-engineered and custom-engineered overhead crane systems and hoists. Products include standard and specialized process equipment for demanding industrial environments.
2. Installation and Service: Revenue from crane installations, system modernizations, upgrades, and after-sale service and support. Includes 24/7 service availability for ongoing maintenance needs.
3. Inspection Services: OSHA and CMAA compliant inspection services for overhead cranes, rigging, lifelines, and racks.
4. Training Services: Rigging training services provided to industrial clients for safety compliance and operational excellence.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Piedmont Hoist & Crane designs, fabricates, and installs pre-engineered and custom overhead crane systems, hoists, and end truck components for industrial customers. The company also provides crane installation, modernization, 24/7 service and repair, OSHA/CMAA-compliant rigging inspections, and rigging training programs. Following its May 2024 acquisition by Mazzella Companies, the business now operates as Mazzella Piedmont.

Product overview

Piedmont Hoist & Crane, now operating as Mazzella Piedmont following its 2024 acquisition by Mazzella Companies, offers a comprehensive portfolio of overhead crane and lifting equipment products and services. The core product portfolio centers on pre-engineered and custom-engineered overhead crane systems, along with custom and pre-engineered hoists including custom-built-up hoists. These systems are complemented by rotating and fixed-axle end trucks as key components. The company provides end-to-end services including new equipment installation, crane upgrades and modernizations (featuring speed and motion controls, cab-to-pendant conversions, radio and infrared remote controls, and electrification systems), and 24/7 overhead crane and hoist service and repair. Additional offerings include rigging inspection services, rigging training, fall protection products, engineered lifting devices (below-the-hook), slings and assemblies, rigging hardware, wire rope, cordage products, and general lifting products. The product portfolio serves diverse industries including aviation, foundries, steel distribution, power, heavy manufacturing, military facilities, defense contracting, and general industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pre-Engineered Crane Systems Standard overhead crane configurations designed for common industrial applications, offering cost-effective lifting solutions.
• Custom Engineered Overhead Crane Systems Tailored overhead crane solutions designed and fabricated to meet specific customer requirements for demanding industrial environments and specialized applications.
• Custom and Pre-Engineered Hoists Lifting devices available in both standard and custom configurations, including custom-built-up hoists designed for specific capacity and performance requirements.
• New Equipment Installation Professional crane and hoist installation services with experienced technicians, skilled trades coordination, and project management for on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Crane Upgrades and Modernizations Services to extend crane lifespan and improve productivity through new hoists, drive systems, electrification updates, variable frequency controls, motion controls, and cab-to-pendant conversions.
• Overhead Crane and Hoist Service & Repair 24/7 service and repair capabilities for any make or model crane, compliant with OSHA and CMAA standards.
• Rigging Inspection Services OSHA-mandated inspection services for rigging equipment including slings, hardware, and lifeline systems to ensure workplace safety compliance.
• Rigging Training Professional training programs for lifting and rigging operations, educating workers on safe practices and OSHA compliance requirements.
• Engineered Lifting Devices Custom-designed below-the-hook lifting equipment engineered for specific industrial applications and safety requirements.
• Wire Rope High-performance crane ropes and wire rope products for lifting applications.
• Slings and Assemblies Lifting slings and configured sling assemblies for various industrial lifting operations.
• Rigging Hardware Hardware components including shackles, hooks, and other rigging accessories for lifting operations.
• Lifting Products General lifting products and accessories for industrial applications.
• Cordage Products Rope and cordage products for industrial and lifting applications.
• Fall Protection Products Safety equipment and solutions designed to protect workers from falls in industrial environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Modernization upgrades can extend overhead crane investments and improve productivity for a fraction of the cost of new systems
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

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.

• Mazzella CompaniescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2024In May 2024, Mazzella Companies acquired Piedmont Hoist & Crane to strengthen its overhead crane, hoist, and lifting equipment manufacturing and service capabilities across North America. Piedmont Hoist & Crane now operates as 'Mazzella Piedmont'. The acquisition combines Piedmont's engineering, manufacturing, and technical expertise with Mazzella's established distribution network and resources, positioning the combined entity as one of the preeminent overhead crane manufacturers in North America.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Gorbel: Manufacturer of overhead bridge cranes, jib cranes, gantry cranes, and ergonomic material handling systems — directly competes in pre-engineered and custom overhead lifting solutions for North American industrial customers.
• Harrington Hoists: U.S. manufacturer of electric and manual hoists, crane components, and material handling equipment — directly comparable in hoist and crane component manufacturing serving industrial distribution channels.
• North American Industries: Manufacturer of overhead bridge cranes, gantry cranes, and jib cranes serving industrial customers across North America — directly comparable in custom and pre-engineered overhead crane manufacturing.
• Crane 1 Services: U.S. provider of overhead crane services, inspections, modernizations, and parts for all major crane brands — directly comparable in the 24/7 service, inspection, and modernization/upgrade revenue stream.
• Konecranes: Global manufacturer of overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment serving industrial, port, and heavy-manufacturing customers — directly competes with Mazzella Piedmont in custom and pre-engineered overhead crane systems.
• Columbus McKinnon: U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of hoists, cranes, and rigging products serving industrial and construction customers — directly comparable in product portfolio, customer base, and engineered-to-order business model.
• Demag (Terex/Demag): Manufacturer of industrial cranes, hoists, and components (now within Konecranes group) — directly competes in engineered overhead cranes and crane components for heavy industrial applications.
• American Crane & Equipment Corporation: U.S. custom manufacturer of overhead cranes, hoists, and specialty lifting equipment including nuclear and defense applications — directly comparable in custom-engineered overhead crane work.

Broad incumbents

• Mazzella Companies: Parent organization of Mazzella Piedmont and one of the largest privately held lifting and rigging distributors in North America with 1,500+ employees and 50+ locations — broad incumbent that now owns the subject company.

Emerging players

• R&M Materials Handling: Manufacturer of electric chain and wire rope hoists and crane components, including a growing U.S. presence — directly comparable in hoist manufacturing and components for overhead crane builders.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@LiftingandRigging
• Facebookfacebook.com/MazzellaCompanies
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mazzella-companies
• Instagraminstagram.com/mazzellalifting
• Xx.com/PiedmontHoist

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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