Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Structural Moving & Heavy Hauling Services
Minty's Moving Ltd. has been a leader in structural moving and heavy hauling since 1945, combining decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver innovative solutions. Our expertise spans moving entire buildings, heavy machinery, and bridge components across Canada and the USA, utilizing specialized equipment and patented methods. We maintain industry leadership through continuous process optimization, holding multiple international awards for record-breaking moves.Our team's deep technical knowledge and commitment to client collaboration ensure minimal structural damage and maximum efficiency. With a fleet of proprietary hydraulic systems and a nationwide service network, we tackle projects others deem impossible, from grain elevators to high-voltage transformers. Our ISO-certified practices and focus on sustainable construction methods position us as trusted experts in structural relocation and infrastructure development.
Services
Structural Moving
Heavy Hauling
Bridge Building
Crane Work
Foundation Work
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We've moved over 400 buildings annually using proprietary hydraulic systems
- Our patented girder installation method eliminates crane requirements
- We hold 7 international records for structural moving achievements
- We maintain North America's largest inventory of specialized moving equipment
- Our team includes third-generation structural moving experts
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Structural Movers
- Midstates Housemovers Association
Services
Structural Moving
We specialize in relocating entire structures using advanced hydraulic systems. Our patented methods minimize damage while moving buildings up to 800,000 pounds across challenging terrain. Clients benefit from cost-effective solutions that preserve structural integrity while avoiding demolition costs.
Heavy Hauling
Our specialized equipment handles loads exceeding 420 tons including transformers and bridge components. We implement custom transport solutions for industrial equipment across North America, maintaining strict safety protocols for high-value cargo transportation.
Bridge Building
We construct and repair bridges using salvaged materials to reduce costs. Our team performs structural inspections and implements engineered solutions for government and private clients, maintaining rapid response capabilities for emergency infrastructure repairs.
Crane Work
We provide crane operations for bridge construction and pile driving projects. Our rental fleet includes specialized lifting equipment for industrial applications, supporting both our own operations and qualified third-party contractors.
Foundation Work
We engineer driven wood and steel pile foundations using innovative construction methods. Our solutions combine traditional techniques with modern materials to create durable support systems for relocated structures and new builds.
Questions
What types of structures can you move?
We move buildings of all types including houses, barns, grain elevators, and industrial facilities. Our record includes moving structures weighing over 800,000 pounds.
Do you operate outside Manitoba?
Yes, we serve all Canadian provinces and US states. Recent projects include moves from British Columbia to Manitoba and Texas to Saskatchewan.
How do you handle oversized equipment transport?
We use specialized hydraulic dollies and custom transport systems to move oversized loads without disassembly, including transformers and bridge components up to 420 tons.
What bridge services do you offer?
We provide new construction, repairs, and emergency bridge services using salvaged materials. Our capabilities include girder installation and complete bridge replacements.
Can you move buildings with minimal disruption?
Yes, our patented methods allow building relocation with minimal structural damage. We've successfully moved occupied buildings while maintaining their operational status during transit.