Thu December 12, 2013
Manitowoc to Launch New Crawler Cranes at ConExpo
Manitowoc will introduce a new range of lattice-boom crawler cranes at ConExpo 2014. Among them will be the 180 ton (165 t) capacity Manitowoc MLC165, which makes its U.S. debut at the show. The crane will be joined by two completely new crawler cranes — details for which will be revealed at the show....
Thu December 12, 2013
Range-Topping Self-Erecting Crane to be Displayed at ConExpo
The largest self-erecting crane in the Potain range, the Igo T 130, will be shown to guests at next year’s ConExpo 2014. Its 164 ft. (50 m) folding jib gives huge coverage across even relatively large job sites, while the crane’s ability to telescope its mast allows users to pick the working height that best suits the job, according to the manufacturer....
Thu December 12, 2013
First in Potain’s New Luffing Jib Crane Range Premieres at ConExpo 2014
Among the products taking center stage on the Manitowoc booth at ConExpo 2014 will be a new luffing jib crane from the company’s Potain brand. The Potain MR 418 is the first in an updated line of luffing jib cranes from the manufacturer, each with full frequency-controlled mechanisms for precision control and a streamlined design that optimizes the available space on the job site, while simplifying assembly and disassembly....
Wed December 04, 2013
Police to Talk to Crane Operator at Brazil Stadium
SAO PAULO (AP) Brazilian police planned to talk to the operator of the crane that collapsed and killed two workers at a stadium set to host the 2014 World Cup soccer tournament opener. Police said they hope the interview will help investigators pinpoint the cause of the accident, which has cast more doubt on Brazil’s preparedness for hosting the showcase event....
Wed December 04, 2013
Industry’s Best Crane Operators to Compete at ConExpo
During ConExpo-Con/AGG, March 4 to 8, 2014, Crane Institute Certification (CIC) will co-host the Crane Operator Skills Championship in booth 2975, adjacent to the Gold Lot. In addition, the OSHA-recognized, NCCA accredited mobile crane operator and rigger certification provider will introduce a new certification for lift directors....
Mon November 25, 2013
Pinnacle Cranes Delivers Lunch to Lane Construction
On Oct. 25 Pinnacle Cranes prepared a hearty lunch on the job site for Lane Construction Corporation. Pinnacle Canes has enjoyed a long history of servicing Lane Construction, who is an active user of Link-Belt crawler, hydraulic and rough terrain cranes....
Thu November 14, 2013
Terex Donates Truck Crane Pink Paint Job to Raise Awareness of Breast Cancer Research
A new Terex T 340-1 Hydraulic Truck Crane recently completed its journey from Waverly, Iowa, to Atlanta, Georgia, sporting a fresh new pink paint job, donated by Terex Cranes. In addition to lifting material to help with the construction and renovation of structures, this new Terex crane will raise awareness and provide fundraising opportunities to support breast cancer research....
Wed November 06, 2013
New Robert H. Finke & Sons Facility Features Eight Drive-Thru Bays, Cranes
Nine million dollars can buy a lot of things. For Robert H. Finke & Sons, it’ll buy a new facility. The new facility will total 67,000 sq. ft. in size and will include eight 20 by 100 ft. drive thru bays with two 10 ton (9 t) overhead cranes; three 30 by 100 ft....
Mon November 04, 2013
Terex Warns About Counterfeit Cranes
Terex Cranes announces that it is tracking recent reports of counterfeit Terex crawler crane models originating from China. Similar to the incident reports of 2011, the Terex CC 2500-1 lattice boom crawler crane is the crane model of choice for the copycat manufacturers....
Mon October 21, 2013
RJ Industries Uses Grove Crane for Work on Bergen Sewer Plant
RJ Industries of Plainview, N.Y., is working at the Bergen Sewer Plant in West Babylon, N.Y., installing a new ultra violet light filtration system. The crane in front is a Grove model RT600E, a 50 ton (45 t) rough terrain crane....