Raising the standard on lift inspectionsAerial Devices, Bucket Trucks & Digger Derricks

For more than 50 years, IIA has been a leading provider of critical testing that helps protect electric line crews, firefighters and other workers.

Our highly skilled and certified technicians conduct comprehensive testing to ensure the safety of bucket trucks and other vehicle-mounted aerial devices, digger derrick equipment, and all related components. Our inspection services are performed on site and in accordance with all applicable standards.

There is no single testing method comprehensive enough to facilitate a decision about the overall structural integrity of equipment. That’s why we offer a variety of complementary non-destructive testing (NDT), including:

  • Magnetic particle and/or dye penetrant test of critical welds and castings
  • Ultrasonic testing of critical pins and bolts
  • Complete visual inspection, including the under carriage and removing all inspection plates
  • Complete operational inspection to ensure functionality
  • Dielectric Testing (AC or DC) of fiberglass booms, basket liners, insulated upper controls and live line tools
  • Structural, mechanical and hydraulic inspection
  • Stability Load Testing
  • Acoustic Emission
  • Aerial PM Service
  • DOT Inspections
  • Opacity/Smoke Diesel Test (California)


  • Our large and growing footprint in North America allows us to provide fast and flexible service, whether you need routine inspections or emergency repairs. We can even provide after-hours testing to minimize disruptions to your operations.

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    The NDT Experts

    There is no single testing method comprehensive enough to facilitate a decision about the overall structural integrity of equipment. That’s why we offer a variety of complementary non-destructive testing (NDT), including:

    • Magnetic particle and/or dye penetrant test of critical welds and castings
    • Ultrasonic testing of critical pins and bolts
    • Complete visual inspection, including the under carriage and removing all inspection plates
    • Complete operational inspection to ensure functionality
    • Dielectric Testing (AC or DC) of fiberglass booms, basket liners, insulated upper controls and live line tools
    • Structural, mechanical and hydraulic inspection
    • Stability Load Testing
    • Acoustic Emission
    • Aerial PM Service
    • DOT Inspections
    • Opacity/Smoke Diesel Test (California)

    Our large and growing footprint in North America allows us to provide fast and flexible service, whether you need routine inspections or emergency repairs. We can even provide after-hours testing to minimize disruptions to your operations.

    Our Inspections

    Along with state and federal regulations, in the U.S., IIA follows American National Standards Institute (ANSI) guidelines adopted in 1969. These standards, A92.2 and A10.31, set forth the MINIMUM test requirements that must be considered and built into quality assurance programs for vehicle-mounted aerial devices to provide safe and proper operations. The standard includes user responsibilities for periodic inspection. At a minimum, the owner/user is to provide the following: loading, stability, visual inspections and dielectric testing of insulated units. Our Fleet Industrial Inspection Tracker (FIIT®️) software enhances our ability to track inspections and sort data for user-friendly, actionable reports.

    Our technicians also carry most of the required safety stickers and placards and can replace missing or damaged items at a minimal cost.

    Effective maintenance and inspection of aerial equipment is one of the most critical factors for ensuring the safety and productivity of utility operations personnel and other industrial workers. Partner with IIA to keep your workers safe and your organization in compliance.

    Turning Data Into Knowledge

    Upon completion of testing, we issue a comprehensive Fleet Safety Analysis report and discuss it with your staff. This exhaustive report covers the current condition of your equipment, necessary repairs, and recommendations for future maintenance to help your organization better manage its fleet.

    Resources

    IIA Lifting Services: Maximize and Protect Company Resources with a Fleet Safety Analysis
    IIA is proud to provide welding engineering services to a wide range of industries, including the lift industry, mining, petrochemical and chemical, the pipeline industry, and metal fabrication (steel and aluminum).

    Additional Resources

    Industrial Inspection News
    Inspection Newsletter – Q3 2023 - Two recent, well-publicized events have brought home the life-saving importance of non-destructive testing. Recently, the Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina shut down its Fury 325… Learn More
    Industrial Inspection News
    Inspection Newsletter – Q2 2023 - At the end of the day, a proactive approach to inspections can help you avoid costly repairs and compliance issues down the road — and IIA… Learn More
    Industrial Inspection News
    IIA General Newsletter – Q1 2023 - One overarching goal guides everything we do at IIA: to make the world a safer place. We do so by providing quality testing, inspection and engineering… Learn More

    Certifications and Guidelines

    • Insurance Coverage Beyond General Liability – Errors and Omissions Insurance
    • Qualified and Trained Inspectors
    • Internal Quality Control and Quality Assurance Audit Programs
    • Level III NDT on Staff
    • On-Site Safety Coordinator
    • ISO/IEC 17020 Accredited
    • Cal-OSHA Certified
    • Washington State Construction Crane Certified