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Walmart Distribution Center

Wilkerson Crane supported facility upgrades with precision lifts at Walmart’s distribution center using the agile, high-reach Liebherr MK 140-5.1.

Client

Walmart

Date

Feb 2025

Role

Crane Operations & Rigging

Equipment

Liebherr MK 140-5.1
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.The challenge

The Walmart Distribution Center required significant facility upgrades, including the installation of large-scale equipment and materials in hard-to-reach areas. The jobsite presented several challenges: limited setup space, ongoing daily operations, and the need for precise placement without interfering with logistics.

Conventional crane configurations lacked the flexibility and reach to navigate the site’s constraints efficiently. The client needed a lifting solution that could offer tower crane precision with the mobility of a truck-mounted rig—without introducing scheduling delays or unnecessary risk to active work zones.

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.The Solution

Wilkerson selected the Liebherr MK 140-5.1, a five-axle mobile tower crane purpose-built for demanding logistics environments. Its compact all-terrain chassis allowed for quick deployment, while its 213-foot reach and trolley-mode operation provided pinpoint accuracy in equipment and material placement.

With minimal setup requirements and the ability to rotate and retract as needed, the MK 140-5.1 adapted effortlessly to the active distribution site. This flexibility enabled crews to complete lifts around ongoing operations, supporting the upgrade project without interfering with deliveries, schedules, or warehouse flow.

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.The Results

The MK 140-5.1 delivered both reach and precision, enabling Wilkerson to complete every lift with speed and accuracy. Its small footprint and tower-style controls allowed operators to navigate congested areas without disrupting daily activity. As a result, the Walmart Distribution Center remained fully operational throughout the upgrade process.

The project stayed on schedule, with zero safety incidents and high client satisfaction. Wilkerson’s use of the mobile tower crane proved instrumental in balancing heavy lifting with logistical efficiency—demonstrating how the right equipment can keep mission-critical facilities running smoothly during major improvements.

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