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Alaska's Largest Crane Begins Work to Deconstruct Eklutna River Dam →

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) A $7.5 million project to remove a dam in Alaska is set to begin. The project to deconstruct a dam at an Eklutna River ravine to restore salmon populations on the river began in June. The project largely will be funded by the Conservation Fund in a partnership with Eklutna Inc., an Anchorage real estate development company. Eklutna CEO Curtis McQueen said at the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce forum it will take a 400-ft. Click for more...

Injured Worker Rescued From 12th Floor of Construction Site →

A delicate, sky-high rescue was necessary June 29 when an injured worker was brought down from the 12th floor of a construction site. Click for more...

Dawes Crane Moves Memorial Phantom F-4 Jet Fighter →

On a rainy, windy moving day, the truck maneuvered through a tunnel that was so tight, the plane barely fit through, even with folded wings. Click for more...

Demag AC 300-6 All Terrain Crane Features Strength, Reach, Versatility →

The six axle Demag AC 300-6 all-terrain crane, boasting a 350 ton (300 t) classification, features an 262.5 ft. (80 m) main boom and is the first crane of its size in the Demag range equipped with a luffing jib. It delivers the strength, reach and versatility needed for accomplishing the most demanding jobs at lower operational and transporting costs than similar models in its class, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Stephenson Announces Dealer Partnership With JekkoUSA →

Stephenson Equipment Inc. (SEI) announced a sales partnership with JekkoUSA, exclusive distributor of Jekko minicranes. SEI will offer Jekko's minicranes to businesses through its six locations across Pennsylvania and New York. SEI brings 60 years of experience in the sale and rental of heavy equipment — including crane and lifting machinery — to the partnership. Jekko minicranes are compact crawler cranes equipped with retractable, stabilizing outriggers ideal for operating in interior project spaces. Click for more...

Construction Groups Split on Extending OSHA's Crane Safety Deadline →

The issue comes to a head today, June 20, when OSHA officials break their five months of public silence about crane policy and ask a panel of construction and safety experts. Click for more...

Giuffre Bros. Cranes Celebrates Major Milestone With Delivery of 5,000th Unit →

In 1963, you could rent Frank and Dominic Giuffre and their dump truck for $12.50 an hour. Today, Giuffre Bros. Cranes Inc. is celebrating a major milestone: production of its 5,000th unit. Giuffre took delivery of its 5,000th unit to start 2017, a Terex BT 4792 mounted on a 2017 Freightliner 108SD. Celebrating 54 years in business in 2017, the brothers Giuffre have combined hard work, responsiveness to market needs, creative equipment packaging and innovative financing to meet the needs of their customers. Click for more...

Enerpac High-Capacity SL300 Hydraulic Gantry →

Enerpac introduces the SL300 Hydraulic Gantry, the company's latest innovation in the SL series of telescoping hydraulic gantries. Equipped with two stage lifting cylinders, the SL300 lifts up to 22 feet at the top of the second stage and can handle up to 337 tons in the first stage. Designed to meet stringent safety requirements, the SL300 complies with the safety standards set by ASME B30.1-2015. Click for more...

Link-Belt Field Tests and Introduces TCC-2500 in Same Week →

The all new Link-Belt TCC-2500 was already hard at work the same week Link-Belt Cranes formally introduced the crane world to the 250-ton (230-mt) telescopic crawler crane at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 in Las Vegas, NV. L.R. Willson and Sons, Inc. of Gambrills, MD is field testing the TCC-2500, completing tilt-panel work and steel erection for a 38,000 sq. ft. (3 530 sq. m) warehouse in the Washington, D.C. Click for more...

Today's Demag AC 100-4L All Terrain Crane Offers Improved Performance and Serviceability →

Using input from Demag customers as the foundation, Terex Cranes announces multiple product updates to the Demag AC 100-4L all terrain crane. One of the most compact cranes in the 100-t (120-US-ton) class, the redesigned AC 100-4L crane features a new design that improves lifting performance, especially when working at steep main boom positions. Boosting crane capacity as well, the updated all terrain crane includes the Demag® IC-1 Plus control system. Click for more...

Terex Cranes Introduces New 2-Year Standard Warranty for Demag Cranes →

Terex Cranes announces a new standard 2-year warranty for all new Demag mobile crane equipment purchases, effective immediately. From the outriggers and engine to the cab and controls, the new warranty covers all crane components from defects in workmanship for 24 months, delivering true peace of mind when it comes to choosing a reliable lifting partner. “Our customers trust Demag cranes because they have the confidence that the equipment is ready to work every day. Click for more...

Terex AC 350/6 Fuels Growth and Increases Flexibility for Tri-State Crane →

Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based Tri-State Crane & Rigging Service began in 2004 as an offshoot company to support the steel fabrication and erection business of its sister company, Cedar Valley Steel, Inc. (CVS). Before forming Tri-State, CVS owned a few rough terrain cranes but mainly rented crane equipment for its steel erection services. However, business growth had CVS often renting the cranes it owned to its customers, so CVS decided to get into the crane equipment business. Click for more...

Crane Climber Rescued; Charged in Toronto →

A woman stuck on the top part of a construction crane in downtown Toronto for hours has been rescued after being strapped to a rappelling firefighter and lowered to the ground. The woman had been perched on a gently swaying large pulley device for at least four hours and was clinging to a steel cable when a rescuer reached her. Toronto Fire Chief Matthew Pegg said Wednesday that his crew had never seen an incident like this before. Click for more...

Terex Tower Cranes Bring a Touch of Class to the Waterfront →

It's the crown jewel of the waterfront, offering multimillion dollar views of Lake Ontario. The CDN$ 210 million Bridgewater Residences on the Lake currently under construction in Burlington, Ontario, brings luxurious mixed-use living to this midsized city of just over 175,000 residents. Built on less than two acres (0.81 hectares), the complex will feature three buildings consisting of luxury condos, hotel, shops and restaurants. Click for more...

ALL Purchases Package of Five Tower Cranes →

To meet an increased demand for tower crane rental, the ALL Family of Companies announces its purchase of a package of five (5) new tower cranes. ALL's diverse fleet of towers from Manitowoc/Potain and Terex now numbers approximately 100, with capacities ranging from 6 to 35 USt (approximately 5 to 32 mt). The 5-crane package includes the following:(2) of the new Manitowoc/Potain CCS City Tower Cranes, model MDT 219 J10 (11 USt/10 mt), with a maximum hook reach of 213 feet (65 m) and a maximum hook height of 231 feet (70 m). Click for more...

DICA Outrigger Pads, Crane Pads Added to 3D Lift Plan →

DICA announces that SafetyTech outrigger pads and FiberMax crane pads are now available in the crane mats library of the popular lift planning tool, 3D Lift Plan. DICA worked in collaboration with A1A Softwre LLC, developer of 3D Lift Plan, to provide engineered outrigger pad and crane pad options that would help increase the accuracy of lift planning data. “Many of our 3D Lift Plan customers use DICA outrigger pads and crane pads because they're lighter than wood or steel alternatives, making them easily deployed. Click for more...

Crane Camera Mapping Systems vs. Drones: When to Use Each →

Choosing the correct tool for the job is critical to ensuring safety and productivity on the jobsite. Click for more...

Crane Accident Raises Safety Concerns in Seattle →

A crane cable apparently snapped at a construction project a couple blocks from Pike Place Market on Tuesday, sending debris crashing through the job site and onto a passing commuter's bicycle. Just weeks before, a local union had picketed the project, alleging unsafe worker conditions. No one was hurt in the accident, which occurred in the late afternoon at the site of a mid-rise apartment building under construction at 2134 Western Ave. Click for more...

Demag Ready to Go With 5-Axle Cranes →

Demag, a Terex brand, announces a line of 5-axle cranes. Built with innovative technology and a passion for effective and profitable crane deployments. Shorter, Higher, More VersatileDemag 5-axle cranes offer a great range of advantages. With their long booms and compact designs they provide low total cost of ownership. Also, a lifting capacity that ranges from 130 to 250 tons. High Performance• Lift capacity based on slewing angle (IC-1Plus)• Asymmetrical outrigger base• Ready to lift in no timeShort and AgileA whole new world of possibilities - especially for narrow access roads and tight spaces. Click for more...

YANMAR America Participates in Clear Creek Elementary Pi Day →

On Friday, March 24, YANMAR America proudly supported our local schools by participating in Clear Creek Elementary School in Cartersville's Pi Day Celebration. The annual Pi Day event is focused on math and science for the entire family. The entire student body, which is around 600 students, is able to spend about an hour of time visiting hands-on stations, demonstrations and make-and-take activities, which are student led. Click for more...

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