Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Crane & Rigging Solutions
Founded in 1972, Hunter Merchant has dedicated over five decades to meeting Florida's material handling needs through hoisting and hauling expertise. Our founder, Steve Retterath, built a legacy by assembling a team of highly skilled professionals committed to excellence, supported by the industry's most advanced equipment. With decades of collective experience, our riggers specialize in safely relocating sensitive medical equipment and oversized industrial machinery, including 160,000-pound generator sets. Our investment in the largest Florida-based crane (800 tons) underscores our commitment to providing dependable crane and rigging solutions.Backed by a workforce with over 25 years of tenure in multiple trades, we deliver precision-driven services tailored to complex material movement challenges. Our philosophy remains unchanged: superior equipment requires superior expertise to maximize its potential. This unwavering focus on quality has earned us repeat business and a reputation as Florida's premier crane and rigging specialists.
Services
Crane Services
Rigging Solutions
Transport & Relocation
Hoisting Equipment
Material Handling
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with over 25 years in the industry
- Largest fleet of mobile cranes in Florida
- Owns the state's largest crane (800-ton capacity)
- Specialized riggers trained in multiple trades
- Proven track record with sensitive equipment handling
Services
Crane Services
Our crane services utilize the largest mobile crane fleet in Florida, including an 800-ton capacity crane. We handle complex industrial lifting projects with precision engineering and safety protocols. Clients benefit from unmatched equipment capabilities combined with decades of operational expertise.
Rigging Solutions
Specialized rigging teams manage sensitive equipment relocation, from medical devices to 160,000-pound generators. Our multi-trade certified professionals ensure secure transport and installation. Advanced planning guarantees minimal operational disruption for clients.
Transport Services
We provide comprehensive transport solutions for oversized industrial equipment. Custom logistics planning ensures safe delivery across Florida. Our experienced operators handle permits, route planning, and specialized hauling requirements with precision.
Hoisting Equipment
Complete hoisting solutions for construction and industrial applications. We deploy tower cranes, crawler cranes, and hoisting elevators. Each project receives customized equipment selection and safety-certified operation for optimal efficiency.
Material Handling
Precision material handling services for complex industrial environments. Our experts manage loading, unloading, and relocation tasks with specialized rigging techniques. Clients receive tailored solutions that maintain equipment integrity and workplace safety.
People
Steve Retterath
Founder
Steve Retterath established Hunter Merchant in 1972, building Florida's premier crane and rigging company through relentless quality focus. His leadership developed the state's largest crane fleet and a team of multi-disciplined experts.
Questions
What services does Hunter Merchant specialize in?
We specialize in crane operations, rigging, transport, and material handling services for industrial and construction projects across Florida.
How experienced is your team?
Our riggers have average 25+ years' experience across multiple trades, with leadership dating back to 1972.
What equipment do you operate?
We maintain Florida's largest mobile crane fleet, including an 800-ton capacity crane, tower cranes, and specialized rigging equipment.
Which areas do you service?
We serve major Florida markets including Pompano Beach, Miami, West Palm, Fort Myers, Fort Pierce, and Lakeland.
How do you handle sensitive equipment?
Our certified specialists use precision rigging techniques to safely relocate medical equipment and oversized industrial machinery.
