JJ Curran Crane Company

Lifting Together: 75 Years of Family & Community First came Dearborn Excavating, then Downriver Crane—the next step in JJ Curran’s journey toward building a dedicated crane company. This rare photo captures a key transition, where excavation and crane work merged to shape the future of JJ Curran Crane. Have a JJ Curran story? Share it in the comments or send it our way! #JJCurranCrane #throwbackthursday

At JJ Curran Crane, safety isn’t optional—it’s everything. With an industry-leading EMR safety rating of 0.73, we provide modern cranes, NCCCO-certified operators, and meticulous planning to ensure your projects stay incident-free. #jjcurrancrane #cranerentaldetroit Get started: https://shorturl.at/YMVGh

We're taking time this year to reflect on a special milestone, and looking forward to the next 75! #jjcurrancrane

Before JJ Curran Crane, there was Dearborn Excavating Co.—where our founder, JJ, got his start in the 1950s. This photo takes us back to those early days when our work focused on excavation projects, many for Aurora Gasoline Company (now Marathon Oil)—a relationship that continues to this day. As we celebrate Lifting Together: 75 Years of Family and Community, we’re looking back at the moments, machines, and people who built our legacy. This year-long journey through our archives will showcase the history, hard work, and relationships that have made us who we are. We want to hear from you! If you have a story, memory, or photo from working with or for JJ Curran Crane, drop it in the comments or send it our way. Let’s celebrate the history that built our future! #jjcurrancrane #75YearsStrong #tbt #cranerentaldetroit

JJ Curran Crane Celebrates 75 Years of Lifting Together This is more than a milestone—it’s a celebration of what has made JJ Curran Crane who we are today. Since 1950, our family-owned business has been rooted in Detroit, built on trust, hard work, and innovation. Our success wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated employees, loyal customers, and the community that has allowed us to thrive over the years. Throughout the year, we’ll be sharing stories that highlight the people, projects, and moments that have shaped JJ Curran Crane. Look out for social media posts featuring historic milestones and the evolution of our equipment and services. Join us as we honor our legacy and look forward to a strong future—together. #jjcurrancrane #cranerentaldetroit #detroit Read the full press release to learn more: https://shorturl.at/4Qzbi

We’re proud to recognize JJ Curran Crane operator Collin Campbell, a recent recipient of Walbridge's Heart of Walbridge Achievement Award. While working on a project with Walbridge as the GC, Collin’s sharp observation and quick action prevented a potential safety issue, demonstrating his dedication to a safe work environment. Collin’s integrity and commitment to safety are what make our team exceptional. He didn’t act for recognition, but we’re thrilled to see his outstanding performance acknowledged. Congratulations, Collin, and thank you for keeping safety at the forefront! #jjcurrancrane #safetyfirst

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Emergency hydraulic cylinder repair?? We can help with that. Excellent job by our operations team to help out the St. Mary’s Cement Bulk Barge. GMK6400 lifted the 135,000 lb. conveyor to be able to disconnect the 25,000 lb. hydraulic cylinder. LTM1150 and RT770E for man basket work/rigging. #jjcurrancrane #cranerentaldetroit