Recovery Services
Recovery Services
Rotator Service
When the job is too complex for standard towing, our rotator service provides the power and precision needed to recover or lift vehicles in tight, dangerous, or heavily obstructed areas. JJ Hogan Towing’s rotator is the most advanced unit in our fleet — capable of handling difficult extractions, upright overturned vehicles, and assist with complex recovery operations.
Rotators are a specialized type of heavy-duty tow truck with a hydraulic arm that can rotate 360 degrees, making them ideal for lifting, shifting, or removing large vehicles in places traditional tow trucks can’t access.
What is Rotator Service?
Rotator service involves the use of a high-capacity, rotating hydraulic boom to recover, lift, or reposition large vehicles and equipment. Unlike a standard tow truck, a rotator doesn’t need to be positioned directly in front of or behind a vehicle — it can work from the side, at an angle, or from a distance.
Our rotator truck is used in a variety of advanced recovery scenarios, including:
Uprighting overturned tractor-trailers
Lifting heavy equipment out of ditches or embankments
Recovering vehicles involved in multi-vehicle accidents
Moving wrecked buses or box trucks off the roadway
Assisting law enforcement and fire departments with large scene clearings
Rotator service is the top-tier option for the most challenging recovery operations.
When Do You Need It?
Rotator service is typically needed when:
A large vehicle has overturned or rolled off the road
There’s no clear path for a standard tow truck to safely approach
The recovery requires lifting the vehicle straight up or at an angle
A vehicle or load has shifted dangerously and must be stabilized
Local agencies require heavy-duty assistance at major crash scenes
If the situation looks impossible, this is the truck that makes it possible.
How It Works
Here’s what happens when you request rotator service:
We take your call and gather the details.
We’ll need to know the type of vehicle, what happened, and the environment you’re in so we can plan the right response.We dispatch the rotator and support team.
Our operators are specially trained to handle advanced recoveries. The rotator will be accompanied by any additional trucks or personnel needed.We assess the scene and develop a plan.
Every recovery is different. We examine weight distribution, angles, load security, and ground conditions before anything moves.We secure, lift, and recover the vehicle.
Using the rotator’s boom and hydraulic controls, we safely lift or reposition the vehicle — whether that means flipping it upright, removing it from a ditch, or shifting it to a safe towable position.We transport or release the vehicle.
If the vehicle is damaged or unable to drive, we tow it from the scene. If it’s salvageable, we can set it upright and help get it back on the road.
Why Choose JJ Hogan Towing for Rotator Service?
We’re one of the few towing companies in the Danville area equipped with a full-size rotator — and one of even fewer with the knowledge and experience to use it properly.
Expert operators with rotator-specific training
Precise recoveries in high-risk or high-traffic environments
Ideal for accidents, equipment failure, and load recovery
Fast response times and full scene coordination
Trusted by local law enforcement, fire departments, and commercial fleets
Our rotator service is called in when no other equipment can safely handle the job. We’re proud to provide this advanced recovery option for Danville and the surrounding region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of vehicles require rotator service?
A: Primarily large vehicles like tractor-trailers, buses, box trucks, and heavy machinery. It’s also useful when access to the vehicle is limited or dangerous.
Q: Is rotator service only for wrecks?
A: No. It’s also used to reposition large vehicles, assist with heavy lifting on job sites, and handle complex impound or removal situations.
Q: Can you use the rotator in tight spaces?
A: Yes. That’s one of its biggest strengths. The rotating boom allows us to operate in locations where traditional trucks can’t get a straight approach.
Q: Is this available 24/7?
A: Yes, our rotator service is available around the clock for emergencies and planned recoveries.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Rotator service is based on time, complexity, and equipment needed. We’ll provide an estimate before the job begins whenever possible.
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Ready for the Toughest Jobs
If a vehicle is flipped, stuck, or impossible to reach, our rotator service is ready. From tractor-trailer recoveries to complex roadside incidents, JJ Hogan Towing has the equipment and experience to get it done safely and efficiently.