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Liebherr HS 8300.1 With More Than 20,000 Hours Is 'as Good as New' →

Matthews Brothers Dredging's Liebherr HS 8300.1 crawler crane, with over 20,000 hours, underwent a detailed overhaul by Liebherr Transform. The upgrade included hydraulic and electric replacements plus new safety and maintenance features, ensuring high performance and extended lifespan for deep foundation and dredging work. Click for more...

Jekko Presents Exact Crane With 'Dealer of the Year' Award →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Exact Crane has been named Jekko Dealer of the Year for outstanding sales customer commitment and expertise. Since joining Jekko in 2024 Exact Crane rapidly grew its compact crane inventory and support in industries like construction HVAC and manufacturing. The award highlights Exact Crane’s leadership in versatile lifting solutions for tight job sites. Click for more...

Tower Cranes Shape New Miami Skyline →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr tower cranes from Morrow Equipment shape Miami’s skyline, supporting major high-rise projects in Brickell, Edgewater and Park West. Models like the EC-B, EC-H and HC-L handle the city's tight sites, hurricane risks and height demands, lifting thousands of new residences across seven key developments through 2027. Click for more...

VIDEO: Four Grove Cranes Combine for Precision Container Crane Installation in London →

Four Grove all-terrain cranes from J&M Crane & Transport completed a precise 12-hour lift to install a 199-ton container crane upperworks in London. The six- and five-axle cranes were carefully configured for the complex harbor project. J&M provided full lift planning and engineering, showcasing expert crane rental and heavy lifting services in the UK. Click for more...

Liebherr Expands Rope-Suspended Leader Piling Lineup →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr expands its rope-suspended leader piling lineup featuring the H 10 hydraulic hammer. This flexible system mounts on various cranes for efficient pile driving up to 33 tons and 4 ft. diameter. It offers noise reduction, high impact energy and easy installation, ideal for marine, port and other demanding piling projects. Click for more...

Liebherr Celebrates July 4 Honoring VA250 Together →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Liebherr joins Newport News' Fourth of July "Stars in the Sky" event to honor VA250 and showcase the LRT 1130-2.1 rough-terrain crane. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in Virginia, Liebherr highlights career opportunities for engineers skilled trades professionals logistics specialists and veterans in Hampton Roads. Click for more...

Potain Topless Cranes Coordinate Seamlessly to Create Mixed-Use Development in Serbia →

The Nemanjin Grad mixed-use development in Belgrade, Serbia is coming to life with nine Potain topless cranes supplied by K.I.G.O. These cranes handle steel and concrete efficiently across seven buildings. With advanced technology and overlapping work areas, the cranes ensure timely project completion by the end of 2024. Click for more...

Lifting Communities With Affordable Housing →

VAIN and Alta Developers have partnered to deliver affordable housing in Miami using Liebherr self-erecting tower cranes. Their efficient construction methods enable faster building of 500 units at Princeton Gateways I, addressing the city's housing shortage while ensuring cost-effective and high-quality developments in South Florida. Click for more...

Two Scopes, Two Cranes, One Campus in Milwaukee →

Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee is expanding with a new parking garage and hospital wing using two Potain tower cranes. Reynolds Rigging & Crane Service manages assembly, lifts and scheduling to minimize disruption on the active campus. The cranes’ capacity and reach ensure efficient construction within tight site constraints, keeping the project on schedule. Click for more...

Water Work: Two Crawler Cranes From ALL Help Build Underwater Pipeline Off Myrtle Beach →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Two crawler cranes from ALL Carolina Crane Rental are key in building an underwater pipeline off Myrtle Beach to prevent coastal flooding. Using a 220-ton Manitowoc 14000 and Link-Belt 248HSL, crews install heavy concrete pipes 1,500 ft. offshore, improving stormwater drainage and protecting South Carolina's Grand Strand coastline. Click for more...

Manitowoc Expands U.S. Aftermarket Support With Enhanced Rapid Response Shop →

Manitowoc expands its U.S. Rapid Response Shop at Shady Grove, Pa., to enhance aftermarket support for Manitowoc, Grove, Potain and National Crane brands. The upgraded facility offers fast repairs, same-day emergency lacing and advanced machining to keep cranes productive and reduce downtime with factory-backed expertise. Click for more...

Ceccanti Takes Delivery of First Grove GHC220 in North America →

Construction company Ceccanti has received North America's first Grove GHC220 telescoping crawler crane. The 220-ton crane offers high lifting capacity fast setup and strong mobility. Supplied by Western Pacific Crane & Equipment it supports projects like the Gravelly-Thorne Connector and West Duwamish Wet Weather Storage facility. Click for more...

Shift in Priorities Raises Crane Demand →

Crane demand in U.S. construction rises 60% as urban priorities shift toward commercial and mixed-use projects. Infrastructure growth and tech advances boost the market. Stable costs and strategic planning help developers tackle complex projects. Tower crane activity remains strong in major cities, while innovative inspection cranes improve bridge safety and efficiency. Click for more...

Pfeifer Group Sends Grove GMK5150XL to Handle Delicate Restoration Work On 200-Year-Old Windmill →

Pfeifer Group used its Grove GMK5150XL crane to carefully restore the 200-year-old Hermien Windmill in Harreveld, The Netherlands. The crane's precision control and strong reach made it ideal for replacing the windmill’s 3-ton sail blades during renovation. Pfeifer Group continues to support local heritage with reliable Grove crane performance. Click for more...

Liebherr Cranes Power Genoa Mega Drydock →

R.C.M. Costruzioni srl is building a mega dry dock in Genoa using three powerful Liebherr duty cycle crawler cranes equipped with slurry wall cutters and grabs. These machines handle reinforced concrete and steel, enabling efficient deep foundation work. The project highlights advanced technology, reliability and strong collaboration for Italy’s key maritime infrastructure development. Click for more...

Liebherr USA Co. Mobile, Crawler Cranes Receives Environmental Award From SC&RA →

Liebherr USA Co. mobile and crawler cranes received the 2026 Environmental Award from SC&RA for their commitment to sustainability. Known for innovation, Liebherr advances emission-free construction with hybrid and battery-powered cranes, supports renewable energy projects, and promotes circular economy practices through remanufacturing programs. Click for more...

Technicians in Focus: Volker Rodenbeck of Manitowoc →

Volker Rodenbeck, a Manitowoc technician with 33 years' experience, supports Potain tower cranes across Germany and worldwide. Known for his expertise and customer-focused approach, he helps ensure crane uptime through troubleshooting, repairs and training. Rodenbeck’s work spans landmark projects highlighting Manitowoc’s commitment to quality and support. Click for more...

Gaffert Goes Long With Grove GMK5250XL-1 in Amsterdam →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Dutch company Gaffert used the Grove GMK5250XL-1 crane for precise high-rise glass panel installation at Amsterdam's Edge building. With a 257.5 ft. main boom, hydraulic jib and 77 tons of counterweight, the crane lifted panels up to 1,322 lbs. at a 256 ft. radius. The GMK5250XL-1 offers unmatched reach capacity and advanced technology for challenging urban lifts. Click for more...

All the Work You Don't See →

A complex HVAC removal in downtown Cleveland involved months of planning and precise coordination. ALL Erection & Crane Rental used a 770-ton crane to lift four 15,000-lb units during a street closure near major sports venues. This routine-looking job required expert teamwork and permits, proving expertise makes tough urban crane projects seem easy. Click for more...

Potain MCT 385 Cranes Support Construction of World's Longest-Span Road-Rail Bridge →

Two Potain MCT 385 cranes are key to building the Zhoushan Taoyaomen Bridge in China, the world’s longest-span road-rail cable-stayed bridge. Their reliable lifting and easy installation help meet demanding marine conditions. Managed by China Railway Construction Bridge Engineering Bureau, the project showcases Potain’s advanced tower crane technology. Click for more...

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