The short answer: A millwright is a skilled tradesperson who installs, levels, aligns, anchors, and reassembles industrial machinery to precise tolerances so it runs right. You need one any time a machine is set on a new foundation, relocated, or running rough from misalignment.
What does a millwright do?
- Precision leveling — setting machines dead-level on their foundations.
- Laser alignment — aligning shafts, couplings, and bases to tolerance.
- Anchoring and grouting — setting anchors and epoxy grout for a stable base.
- Assembly and disassembly — tearing down and reassembling machinery for a move.
- Install and commissioning support — setting new equipment and supporting start-up.
When do you need a millwright?
- Installing new equipment — a new machine has to be set, leveled, and aligned before it runs.
- Relocating machinery — a move means disconnect, teardown, and precise reinstallation.
- Alignment or vibration problems — a machine running rough is often out of level or alignment.
- Decommissioning — removing or preparing equipment for storage or resale.
Millwright and crating: set it, or ship it
Because the same crews rig and move equipment, a millwright can crate a machine for shipment at the origin and set and align it at the destination — one accountable team from pickup to start-up. Custom industrial crating, including export-grade ISPM-15 crates, protects the machine in transit.
Millwright FAQ
What tolerance do you work to?
The equipment manufacturer’s specified tolerances, verified with laser alignment and precision level.
Can you both install and crate?
Yes — crate at origin, set and align at destination.
How much does millwright work cost?
Per job — the equipment, the scope, and the site all factor in. Seasonal rates may vary.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — fully licensed and insured, with documented, compliant work.
Set or crate a machine
Get a quote or call (561) 683-5000. We also handle the machinery move end to end.