Wilmington, CA

Your Local Rigging Experts

Engineered Lifting Solutions for Extraordinary Challenges

From heavy lifts along the waterfront to complex aerospace projects, some lifting challenges require more than standard equipment.

CERTEX Wilmington combines in-house engineering expertise, high-capacity rigging capabilities, custom fabrication, testing and certification, equipment inspections and repair, and specialized lifting solutions to support demanding applications.

With decades of experience, advanced capabilities, and a commitment to getting the job done right, our team helps construction, industrial, marine, government, and aerospace customers tackle their toughest lifting challenges.

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Supporting the Industries That Keep Southern California Moving

When a lifting application is complex, the right combination of engineering, equipment, fabrication, and testing makes all the difference.

CERTEX Wilmington provides specialized resources for demanding projects, including high-capacity rigging, engineered lifting equipment design and analysis, custom fabrication, testing, inspections, repair, and training.

Our team can swage wire rope up to 3 inches in diameter and perform load testing up to 4,000 tons. With in-house engineering capabilities, a large rental equipment fleet, and AS9100D aerospace certification, we have the experience and resources to support applications that go far beyond everyday rigging.

Services Available at CERTEX Wilmington

Custom Fabrication
Engineered Lifting Solutions
Lifting Equipment Design & Analysis
High-Capacity Rigging
Wire Rope Swaging up to 3 Inches
Wire Rope Sling Fabrication

Break & Proof Testing & Certification
Load Testing & Certification
High-Capacity Load Testing up to 4,000 Tons
Equipment Inspections & Repair
Fall Protection Training
Rigger Training

Rigging Equipment Rentals
Wire Rope
Slings & Rigging Hardware
Hoists & Lifting Equipment
Fall Protection Equipment
Technical & Product Support

When downtime isn’t an option, customers rely on CERTEX Wilmington for fast answers and dependable solutions.

Industries We Serve

CERTEX Wilmington supports multiple industries throughout Southern California, including:

Marine & Port Operations
Aerospace & Defense
Construction
Industrial Manufacturing
Government

Heavy Equipment
Infrastructure
Transportation & Logistics
Material Handling
Specialized Heavy Lifting

Regional Expertise

The greater Los Angeles area and Southern California are home to some of the nation’s busiest port operations, major aerospace and defense companies, industrial facilities, construction projects, and transportation networks.

These industries often require lifting solutions that go beyond standard rigging products.

Located in Wilmington near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, CERTEX brings specialized capabilities to these challenges, from high-capacity wire rope fabrication and testing to engineered lifting equipment design and analysis.

Our team supports marine and waterfront operations where heavy loads and demanding equipment requirements are part of everyday work. We also bring experience to aerospace applications requiring precise engineering, rigorous quality standards, and specialized testing.

One example of that expertise is our engineering team’s work designing, developing, and testing a high-capacity spacecraft payload support system.

Whether the application involves moving heavy cargo, supporting industrial equipment, or developing a custom lifting solution for a specialized project, CERTEX Wilmington has the engineering knowledge and hands-on capabilities to help.

Engineering Expertise. High-Capacity Solutions. Proven Experience.

Customers choose CERTEX Wilmington when their lifting challenges demand specialized knowledge, advanced capabilities, and dependable execution.

From large-scale marine and industrial lifting applications to highly specialized aerospace projects, our team combines engineering expertise, fabrication capabilities, testing resources, and decades of hands-on experience to develop solutions built for demanding requirements.

What Sets Us Apart

In-house engineering expertise
Specialized high-capacity rigging capabilities
Wire rope swaging up to 3 inches in diameter
Load testing capabilities up to 4,000 tons
AS9100D aerospace certification
Large rental equipment fleet
Custom fabrication and engineered lifting solutions

Comprehensive testing and certification
Equipment inspections and repair
Deep experience across marine, industrial, and aerospace markets
Long-standing customer relationships
Commitment to quality and on-time delivery
Access to CERTEX’s nationwide resources

Follow-Through You Can Count On

Industry leaders rely on CERTEX Wilmington because they know the team won’t stop at providing a quote—they stay engaged throughout the process to ensure every order is completed accurately and delivered on time.

Your Local Wilmington Rigging Experts

There’s an extraordinary amount of experience behind the work at CERTEX Wilmington.

With roots dating back to 1952, our operation has spent decades building the knowledge, craftsmanship, and customer relationships needed to support complex lifting applications.

That experience runs deep throughout the team. Among just six longtime employees are 196 combined years of service, bringing extensive knowledge across engineering, fabrication, testing, shop operations, and customer support.

But what makes that experience valuable is how our team puts it to work. From understanding a customer’s challenge to designing, fabricating, testing, and delivering a solution, everyone shares a commitment to quality, teamwork, and getting the job done right.

It’s that combination of technical expertise and hands-on experience that gives customers confidence when the lifting challenge is anything but ordinary.

Branch Manager

David Mikhael

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FAQs

Does CERTEX Wilmington provide engineered lifting solutions?

Yes. CERTEX Wilmington has in-house engineering expertise in lifting equipment design and analysis. Our team works with customers to develop engineered lifting solutions for applications that require specialized equipment, high capacities, or unique design requirements.

What high-capacity rigging capabilities does CERTEX Wilmington offer?

Our Wilmington branch specializes in high-capacity rigging, including the ability to swage wire rope up to 3 inches in diameter and perform load testing up to 4,000 tons.

Does CERTEX Wilmington provide custom fabrication?

Yes. Custom fabrication is a key capability of CERTEX Wilmington. Our team provides specialized lifting and rigging solutions, including high-capacity wire rope assemblies and custom equipment designed for demanding applications.

Do you provide break and proof testing?

Yes. CERTEX Wilmington provides break and proof testing and certification to help customers verify equipment performance and support safe, reliable lifting operations.

Do you provide load testing and certification?

Yes. Our Wilmington branch provides load testing and certification, with capabilities up to 4,000 tons for applicable equipment and applications.

Does CERTEX Wilmington perform equipment inspections and repair?

Yes. We provide equipment inspections and repair services to help customers identify potential issues, maintain dependable lifting equipment, and reduce unexpected downtime.

Does CERTEX Wilmington offer fall protection and rigger training?

Yes. CERTEX Wilmington offers Fall Protection Training and Rigger Training to help workers develop the knowledge and skills needed to perform their jobs safely and effectively.

Does CERTEX Wilmington support aerospace applications?

Yes. Our Wilmington branch holds AS9100D aerospace certification and has experience supporting specialized aerospace lifting applications, including engineered systems for spacecraft payload support.

Does CERTEX Wilmington offer rigging equipment rentals?

Yes. Our Wilmington branch maintains a large rental equipment fleet to support customers with specialized lifting and rigging needs. Contact our team to discuss equipment availability and application requirements.

What industries does CERTEX Wilmington serve?

We support marine and port operations, aerospace and defense, construction, industrial manufacturing, government, infrastructure, transportation, and other customers with specialized lifting requirements.

What areas do you serve?

CERTEX Wilmington supports customers throughout the Los Angeles Harbor area and Southern California, including:
Wilmington
San Pedro
Long Beach
Carson
Harbor City
Torrance
Compton
Gardena
Signal Hill
Lakewood
Los Angeles
Greater Los Angeles
Southern California

Have a Lifting Challenge That Calls for More?

Whether you need engineered lifting equipment, high-capacity rigging, custom fabrication, certified testing, equipment inspections and repair, rentals, or training, CERTEX Wilmington has the expertise and capabilities to help.

Contact our Wilmington team today to request a quote, schedule service, or discuss your lifting and rigging requirements.