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Liebherr USA appoints new general manager of sales

Brian Peretin has joined Liebherr USA as the new general manager of sales for the Mobile and Crawler Crane Division.

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Madisa adds two Demag all terrain cranes
Mexico’s heavy machinery distributor, Madisa, completed an order for Demag AC 100-4L and AC 220-5 all terrain cranes
Wyoming Machinery named Terex Cranes distributor
Heavy equipment distributor to carry full Demag and Terex mobile crane line.
Fascan donates five cranes to Ocean City Reef Foundation
Equipment will be used in the construction of artificial reefs.
SC&RA responds to OSHA notice
Industry association SC&RA comments on OSHA’s latest proposed crane rule notice.
Manitex adds ALT Sales to articulating network
Manitex International has announced the expansion of its articulating crane distribution network to include ALT Sales headquartered in Richfield, OH.
New apprenticeship for transport and rigging
Edwards Moving & Rigging has a new apprenticeship program for people interested in specialized transportation and rigging careers

Dawes buys six Link-Belt truck cranes

Delivery in rapid succession creates opportunity for rare “family photo”

Kelsey Trail merges with Big Freight Systems

Big Freight Systems and Kelsey Trail Trucking merger forms an operation with nearly 750 tractors and trailers

Accurate Crane Service buys Manitex 2892C

Empire Crane Company’s has sold a brand new 2018 Manitex 2892C to Accurate Crane Service in Wallingford, CT

Maxim acquires Tri-State Crane

Transaction will strengthen Maxim’s presence in the Ohio Valley area of the USA

Chellino hard at work on Chicago landmark

hellino Crane used its 450 ton Grove GMK 6400, with luffing jib, to make a reach required to assist in a demo.

Wind is an invisible tyrant in crane operation

Wind is a constant challenge in crane operations.

Cultivating young talent is crucial for labor shortage

Lift & Move USA continues to gain momentum.

OSHA’s Certification Rule: 5 things you need to know

Operators will have to be certified by type, but not capacity.

Telematics provide assistance in claims

Joe Doerr discusses how telematics can be an asset in claims.

Crane companies tackle challenging power plant projects

A roundup of projects performed at power plants and refineries throughout North America.

American customers join Liebherr for crane reveals

D.Ann Shiffler and Hannah Sundermeyer review an engaging four days at Liebherr’s Customer Days.

Manitowoc unveils new machines at Crane Days

Manitowoc’s Crane Days focused on a bevy of new cranes and product development strategies.

LMIs/RCIs serve as digital hub

ACT rounds up some of the latest devices in LMI/RCL technologies.

First TCNA event proves huge success

Recapping the first ever Tower Cranes North America Conference held in downtown Miami, FL.

Project success starts from the ground up

What’s trending in the world of ground stabilization?

Crawlers continue to be versatile and dependable

ACT rounds-up the latest and greatest machines as all of the major crawler manufacturers have rolled out new models in 2018.

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Wind is an invisible tyrant in crane operation

Wind is a constant challenge in crane operations.

Cultivating young talent is crucial for labor shortage

Lift & Move USA continues to gain momentum.

OSHA’s Certification Rule: 5 things you need to know

Operators will have to be certified by type, but not capacity.

Crane companies tackle challenging power plant projects

A roundup of projects performed at power plants and refineries throughout North America.

American customers join Liebherr for crane reveals

D.Ann Shiffler and Hannah Sundermeyer review an engaging four days at Liebherr’s Customer Days.

Manitowoc unveils new machines at Crane Days

Manitowoc’s Crane Days focused on a bevy of new cranes and product development strategies.

LMIs/RCIs serve as digital hub

ACT rounds up some of the latest devices in LMI/RCL technologies.

First TCNA event proves huge success

Recapping the first ever Tower Cranes North America Conference held in downtown Miami, FL.

TSP's Sabia balances know-how with eloquence

Small in stature but huge in know-how, Toni Sabia sells equipment and vehicles that move enormous payloads.

Lift & Move USA takes part in SkillsUSA National Championships

In June, Lift & Move USA exhibited at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Louisville, KY.

Daseke names Mahajan CFO

Daseke Inc. has announced the appointment of Bharat Mahajan as the company’s new chief financial officer.

Sims Crane expands capabilities with 11 tower cranes

Sims Crane & Equipment has entered the tower crane sector with the purchase of 11 new electric tower cranes.

Maxim hard at work on Indianapolis hotel

Maxim teamed up with F.A. Wilhelm Construction for the new Hyatt House and Hyatt Place Hotel being constructed in Downtown Indianapolis.

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Wind is an invisible tyrant in crane operation
Wind is a constant challenge in crane operations.
Cultivating young talent is crucial for labor shortage
Lift & Move USA continues to gain momentum.
OSHA’s Certification Rule: 5 things you need to know
Operators will have to be certified by type, but not capacity.
Crane companies tackle challenging power plant projects
A roundup of projects performed at power plants and refineries throughout North America.
American customers join Liebherr for crane reveals
D.Ann Shiffler and Hannah Sundermeyer review an engaging four days at Liebherr’s Customer Days.
Manitowoc unveils new machines at Crane Days
Manitowoc’s Crane Days focused on a bevy of new cranes and product development strategies.

KHL Event News

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