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WHECO acquired by Steel River
New owner for USA-based specialist crane and equipment repair company
What’s going on in the North American SPMT market?
As SPMT usage has grown, these versatile machines are expanding into new markets.
What are the benefits of drones in specialized transport?
A drone is a tool that is great for imagery, but it can also be used to assist a specialized transport team in several aspects of the project
CR Holland Crane Service acquired
Barnhart Crane and Rigging has purchased the Forest City, Iowa, USA-based company
Daseke to be acquired by TFI International
TFI International to pay more than $1 billion for specialized transport operator Daseke
In Memoriam: Richard Barnhart, 1934-2024
ACT is deeply saddened to report the founder of Barnhart Crane and Rigging has passed at age 90. 
Iron Stag Crane tackles transmission tower replacement
Replacing powerline transmission towers over the Susquehanna River required planning, skill and a safety-first culture.
Mazzella appoints new vice president of service
The role will oversee operations and strategy for Mazzella’s crane service and hoist parts businesses.
Unlocking the future of construction: Win two free tickets to the Construction Technology Summit
Win two free tickets to cutting-edge Construction Technology Summit
Buckingham Heavy Transport DBD talks company’s rich history in structural moving
Buckingham Heavy Transport’s Rick Maloyed discusses how to harness opportunity through experience and know-how. 
Sims Crane celebrates 65 years
The company hosted an event to celebrate their continued expansion and honor employees. 
Enter the ACT Specialized Lifting 50
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Barnhart completes second acquisition of the year
Barnhart Crane and Rigging has purchased Mississippi-based Baxter Crane and Rigging.
W.O. Grubb purchases Grove GMK6400-1
The 450-ton crane is busy performing various lifts in the Portsmouth-Newport News area in Virginia.
Construction Technology Summit 2024: Meet the speakers (part 2)
Take the chance to meet the second lot of speakers for the Construction Technology Summit 2024
Speakers reveal topics for Texas technology summit
Speakers reveal topics on global infrastructure projects and machine automation developments
Navigating FMCSA’s proposed rule changes for 2024
Well over 200 new rules are currently in various stages of development or implementation at the DOT. 
In Memoriam: Daniel N. Wolff, 1946-2024
ACT is saddened to report the passing of National Crane’s Daniel N. Wolff on January 15, 2024.
Texas summit puts digital technology under the spotlight
Speaker programme now available on the home of the Construction Technology Summit 2024
Addressing growing mental health concerns in construction
Starting an open dialogue for improving the overall wellbeing of construction professionals
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