SPYDERCRANE

What SPYDERCRANE does

SPYDERCRANE is a Phoenix, Arizona-based brand of mini crawler cranes distributed exclusively in North America by Smiley Lifting Solutions, LLC, a privately held LLC founded in 2006. The company is the exclusive territorial distributor for Furukawa UNIC Corporation of Japan — the inventor of the mini crawler crane category and the largest global producer of hydraulic cranes — and modifies/brands UNIC equipment for US and Canadian standards and operating conditions. The product family comprises 45+ varieties across eight series (Pick & Carry, 090, 200, 300, 400, 500, 700, 1006) with lifting capacities ranging from 1,900 lbs to 22,000 lbs, all built on a dual-track crawler chassis with variable geometry outriggers and Furukawa UNIC's patented Overturn Protection System that uses load cells in each outrigger to detect ground-pressure changes and automatically halt unsafe crane functions.

The underlying technology centers on compact hydraulic crawler crane engineering — hexagonal keeled booms (140,000–160,000 psi steel), up to 62 variable outrigger positions, wireless four-function remote control with 300–400 ft range, multiple power options (battery, gasoline, propane, diesel, electric 110V–480V, or combination), and on-board self-diagnostic computers. Differentiated accessories include the SPYDERWEB Glass Manipulator (1,300–2,200 lb capacities with tilt/rotate remote) and Smiley Work Platforms, while the 400 Series (UM445) launched in 2026 added standard lithium-ion battery power with a 57.4-foot tip height via luffing jib. The customer base spans five vertical segments: glazing (primary), steel erection (primary), general construction (primary), industrial maintenance, and government/military — with applications centered on confined-space lifting where conventional truck-mounted or carry deck cranes cannot access.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid model combining direct equipment sales (one-time) and recurring rentals via factory stores and an authorized reseller network across the US and Canada, supplemented by parts sales (190,000+ SKU inventory), service and technical support, and a SPYDERCRANE Qualified Operator Training program. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; a rent-to-purchase program allows rental payments to count toward equipment acquisition. The company is privately held by its co-founders Roger Bassetti and Warren Wagoner and partner Tony Smiley, with no institutional funding rounds, M&A activity, or public financial disclosures on record.

Name

SPYDERCRANE

Legal name

Smiley Lifting Solutions, LLC

Website

https://spydercrane.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SPYDERCRANE (Smiley Lifting Solutions, LLC) is the exclusive North American distributor of Furukawa UNIC mini crawler cranes, serving glazing, steel erection, construction, industrial, and government customers with compact 1,900–22,000 lb capacity cranes designed for confined-space lifting.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mini Crawler Cranes

NAICS

Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412)

SIC

Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile & Crawler Cranes (IMAHAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Lifting Accessories & Rigging (Slings, Shackles, Hooks, Spreaders) (IMAHAJAI), Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging) (IMAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Mini crawler cranes
• Confined space lifting
• Construction equipment
• Crawler crane sales
• Mini crane rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Direct sale of SPYDERCRANE mini crawler cranes across multiple series (090, 200, 300, 400, 500, 700, 1006, and Pick & Carry series) with lifting capacities from 1,900 lbs to 22,000 lbs.
2. Equipment Rentals: Rental of mini cranes across the United States and Canada through factory stores and authorized reseller network. Rent-to-purchase plans available allowing rental payments to count toward eventual purchase.
3. Parts Sales: Direct sales of over 190,000 parts with next day shipping on in-stock parts and expedited shipping for factory part orders. Parts available via phone or online quote request.
4. Service and Technical Support: Technical support, troubleshooting, and machine shop services for SPYDERCRANE equipment. Expert mechanics and technicians available.
5. Training Services: Product training services including general familiarization on delivery and formal SPYDERCRANE Qualified Operator Training for jobsites requiring specific certification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

SPYDERCRANE distributes and supports a portfolio of mini crawler cranes designed for lifting in confined indoor and outdoor spaces. The product family spans multiple series with lifting capacities from 1,900 lbs to 22,000 lbs, sold and rented through factory stores and authorized resellers across North America. The company also provides parts, service, and operator training programs to support its installed equipment base.

Product overview

SPYDERCRANE is a premier mini crane brand distributed exclusively by Smiley Lifting Solutions in North America, manufactured by Furukawa UNIC Corporation of Japan. The product portfolio consists of multiple series of compact mini crawler cranes engineered for optimal performance in narrow and confined spaces: Pick & Carry Series (PC094, PC295) for transport of materials with automatic braking; 090 Series (URW094) as the smallest battery-powered model for elevators and confined areas; 200 Series (URW095, URW205, URW295) as the most versatile glazing tools; 300 Series (URW306(T), URW306, URW376) for construction applications; 400 Series (UM445) featuring lithium-ion battery power; 500 Series (URW506, URW547) designed for steel erection; 700 Series (URW706) as a large capacity model; and 1006 Series (URW1006) offering the highest 22,000 lb lifting capacity. All models feature dual-track chassis, variable geometry outriggers, and patented overturn protection. The ecosystem includes proprietary accessories like SPYDERWEB Glass Manipulators and Smiley Work Platforms, supported by comprehensive services including rental/sales network, parts supply (190,000+ parts inventory), and operator training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPYDERWEB: Glass manipulator accessory designed specifically for SPYDERCRANE mini cranes, equipped with independent remote control offering tilt and rotate functions for glass panel placement.
• Smiley Work Platforms

Quantifiable outcome

• Lift up to 22,000 lbs in spaces where conventional cranes cannot operate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature12 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Furukawa UNIC CorporationcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 1 January 1996Furukawa UNIC Corporation of Japan is the manufacturer of UNIC mini-crawler cranes - the inventor and pioneer of the mini-crawler crane category with the largest distribution and production of hydraulic cranes worldwide. SPYDERCRANE branded mini cranes are UNIC products modified and branded for the North American market by Smiley Lifting Solutions. Furukawa UNIC has been producing hydraulic equipment since 1946 and is the largest manufacturer of truck mounted cranes and mini-crawlers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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