Lifting Technologies has been manufacturing crane-suspended personnel platforms since 1988, the year after OSHA finalized its rule governing their use. In the decades since, we've built our reputation on two things: uncompromising safety standards and the flexibility to deliver exactly what each job requires.
Our crane man baskets serve power generation facilities during turbine overhauls, wind farms conducting nacelle maintenance, petrochemical plants executing turnaround work, and construction sites managing everything from steel erection to structural inspection. What these applications share is a need for safe and reliable elevated access where scaffolding isn't practical and time is valuable.
Every crane-suspended platform we sell ships with complete OSHA compliance documentation, proof-load test certification, and our unique detachable Test Weight System—the same system OSHA uses in its own training programs. This isn't an add-on; it's included standard because pre-lift testing shouldn't be an afterthought.
Our product line spans three series designed for different project requirements and budgets. The Premier Series features round tube construction in our signature black and yellow, with dedicated base-attached sling assemblies that lift from the floor support structureThe Professional Series delivers the same safety features and OSHA compliance at a more accessible price point, using square tube construction in a solid red finish. The Rescue Series is purpose-built for emergency extraction, with drop-down ramps for gurney access, optional gates, and Red Cross insignia for immediate identification.
Within the Premier and Professional series, you'll find square, rectangular, and round configurations in sizes from single-person compact platforms to crew baskets accommodating four or more workers. Our Rescue series platforms are available with capacity for three or more people, providing safe and reliable lifting for the injured worker, a caretaker, and a signal person. Overhead protection options are available across the line, and when standard configurations don't fit your specific application, our custom fabrication capabilities let us build exactly what you need.
Based in Missoula, Montana, we manufacture every platform in-house with AWS-certified welding procedures. Each unit undergoes proof-load testing at 125% of rated capacity before it leaves our facility
LIFTING TECHNOLOGIES CRANE MAN BASKET MODELS
Crane Man Baskets for Sale
Crane suspended man baskets allow crane operators to lift personnel on work platforms creating easier, safer working environments. All man baskets are regulated by strict OSHA codes. One of these codes requires lift tests before each use of a crane-suspended platform. All man baskets created through Lifting Technologies offer a quick attach Test Weight System that is easily pinned onto the platform. Our dependable man baskets are not only built tough, they come with safety features so reliable that even OSHA uses them in their training programs.
PREMIER
Our Premier Series crane-suspended man baskets feature heavy-duty round tube steel construction and base-attached sling assemblies that lift the floor support structure for maximum stability. In addition, Premier Series platforms have a trussed skid under the platform structure to keep your investment up out of harsh worksite ground conditions.Standard models available in square, rectangular, and round configurations from 300 to 1,200 lb. capacity. OSHA-compliant with proof-load certification.
PREMIER RECTANGULAR
Premier rectangular man baskets extend your reach along beams, pipe runs, and conveyor lines so crews can cover more work per crane setup. With 1- to 4-person configurations and up to 1,200 lb capacities, their, elongated platforms give teams the linear access they need for inspections, repairs, and installation work on long spans.
PREMIER RESCUE
Our crane-suspended rescue baskets are purpose-built for emergency extraction with drop-down gurney ramps and Red Cross insignia for rapid identification. The 4' x 8' can safely accommodate two or three technicians and a patient. Our Premier rescue man baskets are OSHA-compliant, include LT Test Weight System, and are available with optional protective heavy-duty covers
PROFESSIONAL SQUARE
Professional Series square man baskets deliver OSHA-compliant safety and our detachable Test Weight System in a budget-friendly, square-tube design finished in solid red. Compact footprints and capacities from 300 to 1,200 lb make them a versatile choice for contractors standardizing on one platform style across maintenance, construction, and outage work.
PROFESSIONAL ROUND
Our Professional round crane man baskets provide 360-degree access for tank inspections, column work, and tower maintenance at an accessible price. Available from 19" to 60" diameter with 250 to 1,200 lb. capacity. Compact models feature integrated lifting bars; larger diameters include traditional sling assemblies. Overhead protection available.
CUSTOM CRANE MAN BASKETS
Need a custom crane man basket? We design and fabricate personnel platforms to your specifications—non-standard dimensions, increased capacity ratings, specialized rigging, tool storage, and site-specific features. Every custom unit is OSHA-compliant, proof-load tested, and manufactured in Montana. Request a quote for your application.
PREMIER SQUARE
Our Premier square crane man baskets pair heavy-duty round tube construction with a compact, predictable footprint for precise positioning along flat work faces. Available in single- and multi-person capacities from 300 to 1,200 lb, these platforms are ideal for turbine decks, boiler fronts, and structural steel where straight-line access and rock-solid stability matter most.
PREMIER ROUND
Our Premier round crane man baskets provide 360-degree access for work on tanks, towers, columns, and other cylindrical structures. Available from 26" to 60" diameter with 250 to 1,200 lb. capacity. These models are ideal for petrochemical, power generation, down-hole and hatch access, and wind energy applications.
PROFESSIONAL
Our Professional Series crane man baskets deliver OSHA-compliant safety at a budget-friendly price point. Square tube steel construction in square, rectangular, and round configurations from 300 to 1,200 lb. capacity. The same Test Weight System and safety features as Premier—built for value without compromise.
PROFESSIONAL RECTANGULAR
Professional rectangular baskets provide value-driven, square-tube construction with the extra floor space crews need to work side by side along linear structures. Offered in multiple lengths and capacities up to 1,200 lb, they combine OSHA-compliant guardrails and tie-off points with an elongated layout that reduces crane repositioning on beam, rail, and pipe rack jobs.
PROFESSIONAL RESCUE
Our Professional Series rescue man baskets use square tube steel construction to deliver a cost-effective alternative to Premier rescue platforms while maintaining the same 4' x 8' footprint and 3-person-plus-gurney capacity. With a drop-down ramp for roll-on gurney access, Red Cross insignia, and included Test Weight System, they give safety teams fully OSHA-compliant elevated rescue capability at a budget-conscious price point.
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