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Liebherr Cranes Involved in Replacing Germany's Second Longest Road Bridge →

The replacement of the Rader High Bridge in Schleswig-Holstein is one of the largest bridge modernization projects currently under way in Germany. The bridge, built back in 1972, spans the Kiel Canal and is part of the A7 motorway. Measuring approximately 4,920 ft. in length, it is Germany's second-longest steel road bridge and plays an important role in the flow of traffic to and from Denmark and the Scandinavian peninsula. Click for more...

900-ton AT Sets Bridge Beams On Michigan State Campus →

On Michigan State's campus, a 900-ton crane sets 64-ton, 120 ft. beams for a new bridge on Farm Lane Road. Coordination with campus police ensured smooth delivery, managing heavy equipment and directing traffic disruptions efficiently. The project was executed with precision and care, ensuring safety and timely completion. Click for more...

Gustav Seeland Sends New Grove GMK5250XL-1 to Work in Hamburg →

German heavy goods specialist Gustav Seeland expands its Grove crane fleet with a new GMK5250XL-1, put to work immediately in Hamburg. The crane boasts impressive capabilities, including a 257.5 ft. main boom and fuel-saving technology. The addition reflects the company's dedication to tackling challenging tasks efficiently. Click for more...

Dream Team of Cranes Helps Construct Knoxville Ballpark, Residential Complex →

A dream team of cranes from ALL Crane Rental of Tennessee is helping construct a $114-million ballpark and residential complex in Downtown Knoxville. The project includes a unique timber roof for the stadium, two tower cranes for condos and apartments, and a massive bridge assembly using a 550-ton crane. Completion is expected in time for the Tennessee Smokies' opening day in 2025. Click for more...

Tadano GTC-2000 Helps Zenith Tech Complete State Trail Project in Wisconsin →

Zenith Tech successfully rehabilitated a pedestrian bridge on the Glacial Drumlin State Trail in Wisconsin using the versatile Tadano GTC-2000 crane. Working closely with Reynolds Equipment LLC, they overcame challenges with the crane's mobility and power, showcasing its usability in tight spaces. Click for more...

Colorado Crane Operator School Has Been Awarded CCO EDU Accreditation →

Colorado Crane Operator School (CCOS) has achieved Accredited Training Provider (ATP) status from CCO Education Services (CCO EDU), demonstrating its commitment to delivering top-tier training for crane operators. The rigorous accreditation process involved meeting a 40-plus point standard set by CCO EDU and submitting extensive documentation. Click for more...

Big Cranes to Perform Heavy Work All Over U.S. This Summer →

Big cranes, while fewer in number, are in high demand due to taller building projects in the U.S. Major cities like Los Angeles and Miami are seeing increases. Projects across the country require taller cranes for heavy lifting, with residential construction dominating. Omaha and Boise are examples of cities embracing taller rigs for new developments. Click for more...

Liebherr 81 K.1 Fast-Erecting Crane Stands Tall On Vancouver Island →

A Liebherr 81 K.1 fast-erecting crane from Bigfoot Crane is successfully used in a complex apartment project on Vancouver Island. The crane's efficient operation, innovative features, and ability to handle challenges demonstrate its versatility and the partnership with Liebherr. Click for more...

Crane Service Inc. Expands Fleet With Liebherr LG 1800-1.0 Lattice Boom Crane →

Crane Service Inc. expands fleet with Liebherr LG 1800-1.0 lattice boom crane. Enhanced capabilities for wind energy projects and industrial applications with new crane boasting 880-ton lift capacity and modern features. Click for more...

TCC-2500 Lifts Roof Panels for Large Distribution Facility →

Smith Erectors of Markle, Ind., is utilizing the reach and versatility of two Link-Belt telescopic cranes — the TCC-2500 and the ATC-3275 — for construction of a new 700,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing and distribution facility. The facility is for Diamond Pet Foods and represents a $259 million investment in a facility in Rushville, Ind. Construction is set for completion by the end of 2024. Click for more...

Manitowoc, Core Machinery Expand Rebuild, Repair Services in Southwest →

Core Machinery is Manitowoc's newest EnCORE partner, bringing certified hydraulic cylinder repair services to Manitowoc cranes in Arizona. As part of the EnCORE program, highly skilled technicians at Core Machinery's Hydraulic Reman facility in Tucson will rebuild hydraulic pumps and motors to meet OEM standards using only OEM parts. Whether a crane needs repair due to damage from an accident or requires an end-of-service life rebuild, the EnCORE program provides a cost-effective alternative to purchasing a new crane. Click for more...

NCCCO Foundation Announces Board Appointments, Retirements, Elected Officers for 2024 →

The NCCCO Foundation announced several new appointments, retirements, and new officers to its board of directors who began their service on July 1. After long and distinguished service to the NCCCO Foundation, Kerry Hulse, retired vice president of operations, Deep South Crane & Rigging, Houston, Texas; Tim Watters, president, Hoffman Equipment, Piscataway, N.J.; and Chris Ryan, retired vice president of equipment, Boh Bros. Click for more...

Link-Belt 120|RT Aids Renewable Gas Project in London, Ky →

McAdoo's Towing & Crane Service of West Alexander, Pa., is utilizing a Link-Belt 120|RT rough terrain crane (120 ton) to connect a landfill site to a renewable natural gas pipeline network in London, Ky. The crane is working at the Laurel Ridge Landfill in Lily, Ky., to help with the construction of the gas-capture project. The project will use 16,000-lb. tanks to store 1,800 cfm of gas collected from the landfill, utilizing the gas to supply 450,000 MMBtu of natural gas annually to various customers across the United States for transportation fuel and other sustainable purposes. Click for more...

Europe's Largest Ever Potain Top-Slewing Cranes Tackle Massive Gravagna Viaduct Refurbishment in Italy →

Manitowoc marks a significant achievement with the successful assembly of the world's first four Potain MDLT 1109 cranes for a complex project — the refurbishment of the Gravagna viaduct near Genoa, in Italy. The MDLT 1109 is a powerhouse in Potain's top-slewing crane range, boasting an impressive 44 ton maximum load capacity and an 262 ft. jib with an 12.2 ton capacity at its tip. It is the largest top-slewing crane ever produced from Potain in Europe. Click for more...

Big Red Crane Company Expands Fleet With Liebherr LTM 1100-5.3 Mobile Crane →

Big Red Crane Company Inc. took delivery of a Liebherr LTM 1100-5.3 mobile crane, adding to its fleet of nine cranes. The California-based company offers a variety of services, including residential and commercial hoisting needs. The three most recent additions to the Big Red fleet include two Liebherr LTM 1040-2.1 mobile cranes and the LTM 1100-5.3 mobile crane. Founded in 2014, Big Red continues to utilize Liebherr cranes as they are suited to the specific terrain of the central and south coast of California. Click for more...

Finishing Touches: WSDOT, Crews Near Completion of New Bridge On U.S. 101 →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and its construction crews are nearing the finish of the construction of the new Elwah River Bridge on U.S. 101 west of Port Angeles, Wash. Following a nine-day closure where crews put some finishing touches on the $42 million construction project, the new span is now open. Crews have built out the bridge deck, built the abutment walls that attach on each side of the bridge where it meets the land and then tied in the bridge to the existing highway. Click for more...

More Reach, Strength, Flexibility With New Grove Rough-Terrain Cranes →

Manitowoc has launched two new Grove rough-terrain cranes that offer best-in-class boom length and strength to set new standards for the 65 and 80 ton classes. The GRT765 and GRT780 also deliver improved operator comfort and easier servicing inside a compact design package. Deliveries of the first units will begin in the second half of 2024, and the new models were presented in the iron for the first time to dealers and customers at Manitowoc's Crane Days event in Shady Grove, Pa., in May. Click for more...

Maeda Mini Crawler Saves the Day for Rooftop A/C Project →

Even in the crane business, where long booms and massive capacities are often coveted, bigger isn't always better. That's how a tiny crane that folds down to a mere 30 in. across ended up the hero of a rooftop utility project. Typically, air handling units are lifted atop tall buildings by big cranes with long reach. The crane sets up on the street below and reaches up and over the building. Click for more...

Two Grove Cranes From Palumbo Heavy Lift Team Up for Spectacular Tandem Lifts in Naples →

Italian heavy lift and transport company Palumbo Heavy Lift used two strong Grove all-terrain cranes to dismantle long masts on a sailing superyacht at a yard in Naples. The yard is one of seven owned by Palumbo Group. The Grove GMK5250XL-1 and GMK7450 teamed up to carefully remove 210 ft. and 170 ft. masts on a 213 ft. Perini Navi sailing yacht as part of a refit and refurbishment project. Despite the scale and complexity of the work, the two Grove cranes worked in perfect harmony to wrap up lifting within a day. Click for more...

Northbank Civil and Marine Purchases Tadano GTC-1600 →

Northbank Civil and Marine, a heavy civil, marine and industrial constructor located in Vancouver, Wash., recently needed a powerful and versatile crane for multiple dam projects. Lennon Crane — the Tadano distributor in Washington and Oregon — had the perfect fit with a GTC-1600 teleboom crawler. This 160-ton crane features a 200.1-ft boom, a Cummins engine and the ability to operate in confined spaces with tracks at multiple widths. Click for more...

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