MEI Industrial Solutions has been recognized for its exceptional commitment to safety, earning two esteemed honors from the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA): the 2025 Crane & Rigging Group Safety Award and the 2025 Rigger Safety Award.
The SC&RA Crane & Rigging Group Safety Award is given to member companies achieving an Incident Rate (TRIR) less than or equal to 1.25, a Worker’s Modification Rate less than or equal to 1.0, an Incident Expenses Frequency Rate less than or equal to 1.0, zero fatalities during the current program year and an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 1.0 or less.
The SC&RA Rigger Safety Award is presented to riggers who exhibit exemplary work achievements while also meeting the following criteria:
- Certified by a nationally accredited certification body;
- 10,000 consecutive man hours;
- Zero accidents or incidents;
- Zero lost calendar days; and
- Zero failed random or post-accident drug test during the program year.
Safety is more than a priority at MEI—it’s a commitment and a core value. MEI’s goal is simple: zero accidents, total compliance, and the highest standard of safety on every job site.
Bill Rose, MEI’s Vice President of Environmental Health & Safety, stated “These awards not only reflect our unwavering dedication to safety and professionalism, but they also showcase the exceptional training and capabilities of our rigging teams. Every project we take on is driven by rigorous safety protocols, innovative training, and a steadfast goal of zero incidents. I’d like to especially recognize Arthur Johnson from our Phoenix location for this well-earned achievement. We couldn’t be prouder.”
Firms across the United States and around the world submit dozens of entries to the SC&RA Awards competition each year. The Awards program recognizes worldwide excellence in the crane, rigging and specialized transportation industry.
With 23 operating locations and execution capabilities across the lower 48 states, Canada, and Mexico, MEI Industrial Solutions brings true North American coverage. MEI’s national presence— paired with local expertise—ensures your project benefits from both strategic resources and on-the-ground knowledge, delivering efficiency and reliability every step of the way.
About MEI Industrial Solutions
MEI Industrial Solutions, formerly MEI Rigging & Crating, a portfolio company of Olympus Partners, is a leading provider of rigging, machinery moving, industrial storage, millwrighting, crating, and export packaging, and specialized transportation services across the nation. MEI has a growing team of over 1,700 employees in 23 operating locations across 19 states.
About SC&RA
The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) is an international trade association of more than 1,350 members from 46 nations. Our members are involved in specialized transportation, crane and rigging operations, machinery moving and erecting, industrial maintenance, millwrighting, manufacturing, concrete pumping, and rental services. SC&RA helps members run more efficient and safer businesses by monitoring and affecting pending legislation and regulatory policies at the state and national levels and researching and reporting on safety concerns and best business practices. For more information, visit scranet.org.
