DICA - Wed April 19, 2017
DICA Outrigger Pads, Crane Pads Added to 3D Lift Plan
DICA announces that SafetyTech outrigger pads and FiberMax crane pads are now available in the crane mats library of the popular lift planning tool, 3D Lift Plan. DICA worked in collaboration with A1A Softwre LLC, developer of 3D Lift Plan, to provide engineered outrigger pad and crane pad options that would help increase the accuracy of lift planning data....
Megan Wild - Mon April 17, 2017
Crane Camera Mapping Systems vs. Drones: When to Use Each
While many uses of modern drones are still being explored, these aerial robots have already made an impact on the construction industry. Given their ease-of-use, affordability and convenience, they're often used to survey plots of land, map the different areas of a building's layout and even monitor progress....
Mike Rosenberg - Seattle Times - Thu April 13, 2017
Crane Accident Raises Safety Concerns in Seattle
A crane cable apparently snapped at a construction project a couple blocks from Pike Place Market on Tuesday, sending debris crashing through the job site and onto a passing commuter's bicycle. Just weeks before, a local union had picketed the project, alleging unsafe worker conditions....
- Thu April 06, 2017
Terex Cranes Gets Big Order from Bigge at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017
Terex Cranes distributor and heavy end-user, Bigge Crane and Rigging Co., made a substantial equipment investment at ConExpo-Con/AGG with a 27 unit order with Terex Cranes that includes 8 rough terrain cranes, two boom truck cranes, nine truck cranes, two all terrain cranes and six tower cranes....
- Tue March 28, 2017
YANMAR America Participates in Clear Creek Elementary Pi Day
On Friday, March 24, YANMAR America proudly supported our local schools by participating in Clear Creek Elementary School in Cartersville's Pi Day Celebration. The annual Pi Day event is focused on math and science for the entire family....
- Tue March 28, 2017
Demag Ready to Go With 5-Axle Cranes
Demag, a Terex brand, announces a line of 5-axle cranes. Built with innovative technology and a passion for effective and profitable crane deployments. Shorter, Higher, More VersatileDemag 5-axle cranes offer a great range of advantages....
- Mon March 27, 2017
ArtiCon Expands Faroe Islands Fleet With a Grove GMK5250L
One of the Faroe Islands' fastest growing companies is set to bolster its growth with the addition of a new Grove GMK5250L. ArtiCon was established in 2001, and in just 16 years, has already grown to employ some 200 people....
- Thu March 23, 2017
Landwehr Construction's Road Warrior
“The crane made us money,” says Chuck Paulson, Crane Manager for St. Cloud, Minn. -based Landwehr Construction, Inc., after completing back-to-back cooling tower installation and petro vessel removal projects for customers....
Haulotte - Mon March 20, 2017
Haulotte HT85 Range a Blend of Precision and Sturdiness
Building on 30 years of experience and commitment to providing simple, robust and reliable products, Haulotte's HT85 range easily adapts to all projects: Building works, finishing, maintenance and inspection work, renovation of buildings, demolition, shipyard construction, mining operations, landscaping and tree surgery....
- Fri March 17, 2017
SANY's New 130 Ton Rough Terrain Crane at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017
SANY launched a brand new rough terrain crane at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017. The new SRC8130 has a mighty 130 USt lifting capacity. It is the biggest in the lineup, which includes 40, 65 and 85 USt machines....
