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Exact Crane Welcomes Roberson as Michigan Sales Rep →

Exact Crane welcomed Kenny Roberson as their new Michigan sales rep. With experience at Tadano, Roberson will provide technical expertise, service, and repairs for customers. His military background and technical skills make him a valuable asset to the team. Contact Roberson for crane needs at Exact Crane. Click for more...

First Grove GMK3060L-1 Cranes in Egypt Selected for Mega Projects →

Egypt receives first Grove GMK3060L-1 and RT530E-2 cranes for energy and agricultural projects. Orascom Services provides training and aftersales support. Grove cranes play vital role in major refinery and agricultural initiatives, showcasing advanced technology for project needs. Click for more...

Tadano Completes Acquisition of IHI Transport Machinery's Transportation System Business →

Tadano completes acquisition of IHI Transport Machinery's transportation system business, establishing new subsidiary IUK Crane Ltd. Enhances product portfolio, expands market reach and positions Tadano as a comprehensive provider of lifting solutions. Acquisition cost approximately 15.3 billion yen. Click for more...

VIDEO: Tower Cranes Leaving Gordie Howe International Bridge →

Tower cranes at Gordie Howe International Bridge, key in construction, are being dismantled after assisting in the bridge towers' completion. The removal process involves a 600-ton crawler crane, with the Canadian crane already taken down. Work progresses on various systems, signaling nearing completion of the project. Click for more...

Liebherr Tower Cranes at Work on Restoration of Parador de Santiago →

Liebherr Tower Cranes from Maga Vigo are aiding in restoring the iconic Parador de Santiago. The project focuses on preserving the historic building's heritage essence while enhancing its structural integrity. This effort is part of a nationwide initiative by Paradores hotel group, investing in restoring cultural landmarks across Spain. Click for more...

New Aftermarket Rope Cleaner for Grove Cranes Simplifies, Speeds up Maintenance →

Manitowoc's new aftermarket rope cleaner for Grove cranes streamlines maintenance, prolonging rope life, enhancing lifting efficiency and reducing downtime. The kit, stress-tested for reliability, includes a lubrication system and a compact cleaner allowing for efficient cleaning and greasing in just 90 minutes. Click for more...

One Small Crawler Crane Helps Build Nursing School in Miss. Capital →

ALL Crane Rental used a small Link-Belt LS238HSL crawler crane to work on the construction site of University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing. The crane's compact size, 150-ton capacity, and reach helped with lifting concrete buckets despite the tight urban setting in Jackson, Miss. The crane was carefully assembled and disassembled due to space constraints, showcasing the versatility and efficiency of smaller cranes in construction projects. Click for more...

Liebherr Delivers First 440 HC-L Luffing Jib Crane to John Paul Construction in Ireland →

Liebherr delivers first 440 HC-L luffing jib crane to John Paul Construction for Dublin's Donore Project. The innovative crane offers high capacity, advanced control features for urban construction. Six Liebherr cranes support housing initiative, showcasing successful partnership with John Paul Construction. Click for more...

49-Year Veteran of ALL Crane Retires, Two Familiar Names Promoted →

After 49 years, Rick Mikut retires from ALL Crane. Chad Rados becomes the new director of crawler crane operations, while Brian Meek is promoted to project manager. Rados and Meek have extensive experience within the company and are ready to take on their new roles. Click for more...

Link-Belt TCC-1200, TCC-1100 Assist Texas Infrastructure Project →

Link-Belt TCC-1200 and TCC-1100 cranes are aiding a $42.6M infrastructure project in Temple, Texas. These efficient and reliable machines are key to lifting and placing concrete beams, offering exceptional mobility and workload capacity, and ensuring maximum productivity for the construction crew. Click for more...

85|RT Supports Major Development Along Seattle Waterfront →

For eight months, the Link-Belt 85|RT 85 ton rough terrain crane took center stage in one of Seattle's most ambitious urban renewal projects — the Overlook Walk. The city's waterfront required precision lifting in a dense high-traffic environment. For crane operator Nick Jaramillo of Seattle-based Garner Construction, the 85|RT proved to be the perfect crane for the job. "Everything we needed to do with the 85|RT, we could do," Jaramillo said. Click for more...

Northland Crane Service Delivers Heavenly Lift With Twin National Crane NBT60XL Boom Trucks →

Northland Crane Service used two National Crane NBT60XL boom trucks to replace a 1,200 lb. statue atop a church temple in Oakdale, Minn. The efficient lift was completed in three hours, showcasing the company's 10-strong National Crane fleet and partnership with MGX Equipment Services for sales and support. Click for more...

Grove Training Helps Drive Productivity at African Gold Mine →

Manitowoc's Grove training at Yaouré Gold Mine in Ivory Coast boosted maintenance team skills on the GMK5150L crane. Trainer Minoccheri improved technical knowledge, enhancing fault analysis and troubleshooting abilities for efficient operations, reducing downtime and increasing productivity. Click for more...

Grove RT540E Overhauled in Record Time by Manitowoc Team in Brazil →

Manitowoc's team in Brazil overhauled a Grove RT540E crane in just 12 days for a construction company in Sao Paulo. The EnCORE refurbishment included repairs, replacements, a new paint job and an upgraded control system, offering significant cost savings compared to purchasing a new crane. The demand for pre-owned cranes is rising in Brazil, leading Manitowoc to expand its EnCORE services in the region. Click for more...

Potain Tower Cranes Support Canada's $3B Subway Extension Project →

Potain tower cranes aid Vancouver's $3 billion Broadway Subway Project, enhancing SkyTrain service with 5 cranes, including MDT 389 L16 and MDT 219 J10 models. Project promises improved connectivity to major destinations by 2027, showcasing Potain's performance and reliability in critical infrastructure projects. Click for more...

Liebherr Cranes at Work Constructing Final Skypark Tower in Bratislava →

Liebherr cranes are being utilized to construct the final Skypark Tower in Bratislava, Slovakia. The project involves three different models of Liebherr cranes, with one being the first of its kind in the country. The tower, designed by Zaha Hadid, will stand as the tallest building in the Skypark complex, offering modern office space and spectacular views. The construction is part of a larger urban development project that aims to create new residential and commercial spaces in addition to green areas and public spaces. Click for more...

Several Large Potain Topless Cranes Selected for Singapore HDB Housing Project →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Tiong Woon Corporation in Singapore has selected several Potain topless tower cranes for a housing project in western Singapore, demonstrating the country's shift to precast construction. The cranes, including MCT 565A and MCT 1005 models, will handle heavy concrete elements and PBUs (pre-assembled bathroom units), speeding up construction with their high capacity and efficient design. CEO Michael Ang highlights the cranes' suitability for space-constrained job sites. Click for more...

ALL Uses Manitowoc MLC300 to Reach More Than 300 ft. in Dam Construction →

ALL Crane used a Manitowoc MLC300 to replace head gates at REG's Station 5 dam in Rochester. The 320-ft. lift radius posed challenges, but careful planning and coordination with C.P. Ward ensured successful completion of the project to enhance hydroelectric power generation. Click for more...

Sims Crane & Equipment Receives National Employer Award for Safety →

Sims Crane & Equipment wins CCO Employer Award for prioritizing safety through employee certification programs. The award recognizes the company's commitment and dedication to safety culture. Click for more...

Simulator for Mobile Cranes: Liebherr, Tenstar Simulation Seal Partnership →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr and Tenstar Simulation partnered to develop a mobile crane simulator, offering immersive training experiences for operators worldwide. The simulator, with new features like hook block assembly, enhances crane operation skills and safety measures, leading to increased demand from customers. Click for more...

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