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OSHA removes capacity requirement
New OSHA rule has no requirement to certify crane operators according to the capacity of the crane
SimsHD acquires fleet including 24-axle trailer
SimsHD recently expanded with the acquisition of a heavy hauling trailer fleet, including a $3 million Trail King 24-axle dual lane trailer.
Tanney retires after 30 years with Runnion Equipment
Tom Ludwick will be named as successor.
Chellino Crane lifts 200,000 pound press
M-L Holdings Crane Group company Chellino Crane and the Alternative Movement Division (AMD) helped a customer in Illinois with a press lift.
Manitex International reports first quarter 2018 results
Manitex International, Inc. announced first quarter 2018 results.
XL Specialized launches new blade hauling product
XL Specialized Trailers designed a solution for hauling longer wind turbine blades, with its new patent-pending BladeMate Flip Extension.

Lift & Move USA extends program with career fairs

Lift & Move USA adds careers fairs to its program of events to promote careers in specialized transport, rigging and lifting.

Linden Comansa America recognized for industry support

Linden Comansa America received a Longevity Award from the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association at its Annual Conference in Boca Raton, FL this April.

ALL named new authorized dealer for Maeda mini cranes

Tiny but mighty cranes offer high performance and tight-spot versatility.

Bigge purchases last Liebherr LTM 1220-5.2 cranes

Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. acquired the last four all-terrain LTM 1220-5.2 cranes manufactured by the Liebherr Group.

Gavel passes to Stang, joins 2018-2019 officers

SC&RA elected Gary Stang, senior vice president and general manager, Anderson Trucking Service, as president during its 2018 Annual Conference, April 17-21 in Boca Raton, FL.

Sims Crane to open new Tallahassee location

To meet current and potential customer needs in the north Florida market, Sims Crane & Equipment has announced the opening of a new, permanent location in Tallahassee, FL.

CM Labs releases first luffing tower crane simulator

Latest Vortex® Construction Training Pack adds the unique challenges of urban and nighttime operations while providing instructors with customizable scoring and an expanded set of training tools.

Rossco Crane & Rigging purchases two Tadano cranes

Rossco Crane & Rigging has purchased two new Tadano ATF 220G-5’s from RTL Equipment.

Manitowoc introduces extended warranty program

Manitowoc Cranes has announced a new, extended warranty program for the Grove GRT series of rough-terrain cranes.

Telematics serve as data gold mine

Joe Doerr discusses why telematics are a fleet manager’s most important set of tools.

Congress approves study on infrastructure costs

Infrastructure spending caps busy first quarter in Washington, D.C.

SC&RA shines a spotlight on safety

The SC&RA Safety Awards spotlight sacrifice, impact and commitment.

Detailed lift planning ensures success

Lift planning is the collaboration of people and technology. Joseph Kuzar reports exclusively for ACT.

Kobelco launches ‘big brother’ to crane range

Kobelco’s CK 3300G-2 enjoys a Texas-style launch.

Marco Crane has 'roaring' success with lifting project

Marco Crane & Rigging completed the complex lift of a 20,000-pound bronze lion sculpture at the San Diego Zoo.

Gantries remain versatile crane alternative

Mammoet’s Mark Lane discusses how gantries can be a game changer when rigging heavy loads.

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SC&RA Rigging and Hauling JOY Awards

Exclusive SC&RA Job of the Year Award coverage

Telematics serve as data gold mine

Joe Doerr discusses why telematics are a fleet manager’s most important set of tools.

Congress approves study on infrastructure costs

Infrastructure spending caps busy first quarter in Washington, D.C.

SC&RA shines a spotlight on safety

The SC&RA Safety Awards spotlight sacrifice, impact and commitment.

Detailed lift planning ensures success

Lift planning is the collaboration of people and technology. Joseph Kuzar reports exclusively for ACT.

Kobelco launches ‘big brother’ to crane range

Kobelco’s CK 3300G-2 enjoys a Texas-style launch.

Marco Crane has 'roaring' success with lifting project

Marco Crane & Rigging completed the complex lift of a 20,000-pound bronze lion sculpture at the San Diego Zoo.

Gantries remain versatile crane alternative

Mammoet’s Mark Lane discusses how gantries can be a game changer when rigging heavy loads.

Fendrick leads Kobelco, stays true to brand

With a new crawler crane launch and a strong order board, Kobleco Cranes’ Jack Fendrick is pleased and humbled. D.Ann Shiffler reports.

Truck cranes prove sturdy trade staple

Good news! The truck crane market is enjoying a healthy surge. Hannah Sundermeyer reports.

OXBO performs incredible work for ferry project

In August of 2017, OXBO Mega Transport Solutions performed an incredible scope of work that greatly expedited the building of the Suquamish ferry.

ALE conquers 'never attempted' transport

Over 500,000 pounds: Covering almost 1,000 land and nautical river miles in Venezuela, United Kingdom-based ALE was tasked with transporting six 22 MW power plant engines from Puerto Ordaz to the Santa Ines Refinery

Precision manages a meticulous move

Under 160,000 pounds: Precision Specialized Division transported expensive and fragile high-tech instruments, cased in thousands of pounds of steel, over a precarious route.

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SC&RA Rigging and Hauling JOY Awards
Exclusive SC&RA Job of the Year Award coverage
Telematics serve as data gold mine
Joe Doerr discusses why telematics are a fleet manager’s most important set of tools.
Congress approves study on infrastructure costs
Infrastructure spending caps busy first quarter in Washington, D.C.
SC&RA shines a spotlight on safety
The SC&RA Safety Awards spotlight sacrifice, impact and commitment.
Detailed lift planning ensures success
Lift planning is the collaboration of people and technology. Joseph Kuzar reports exclusively for ACT.
Kobelco launches ‘big brother’ to crane range
Kobelco’s CK 3300G-2 enjoys a Texas-style launch.

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Sarens speech to confront ‘macho’ behaviour
Hendrik Sarens will use his keynote address at the World Crane and Transport Summit to confront machismo culture in the industry