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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...

ArtiCon Expands Faroe Islands Fleet With a Grove GMK5250L →

One of the Faroe Islands' fastest growing companies is set to bolster its growth with the addition of a new Grove GMK5250L. ArtiCon was established in 2001, and in just 16 years, has already grown to employ some 200 people. The contractor works on a variety of construction assignments and demands flexible equipment that is efficient in all types of applications. Jón Sigurdsson, manager and partner at the company, said ArtiCon needed a mobile crane that is easy to maneuver on the unique terrain of the Faroe Islands, which is an archipelago off of the coast of Denmark. Click for more...

Landwehr Construction's Road Warrior →

New Terex Ac 350/6 All Terrain Crane Homesick for the Yard Click for more...

Haulotte HT85 Range a Blend of Precision and Sturdiness →

Building on 30 years of experience and commitment to providing simple, robust and reliable products, Haulotte's HT85 range easily adapts to all projects: Building works, finishing, maintenance and inspection work, renovation of buildings, demolition, shipyard construction, mining operations, landscaping and tree surgery. Guaranteed Safety New ACTIV'Lighting System To simplify loading and unloading the boom on a truck while enhancing user safety, Haulotte developed an innovative and ultra-high-performance lighting system, ACTIV'Lighting System-Safe Load. Click for more...

SANY's New 130 Ton Rough Terrain Crane at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 →

SANY launched a brand new rough terrain crane at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017. The new SRC8130 has a mighty 130 USt lifting capacity. It is the biggest in the lineup, which includes 40, 65 and 85 USt machines. Mark Thurston at SANY America said, “The new 130 USt model from SANY fills a demand in the increasingly growing “large” rough terrain crane segment.”The SRC8130 is equipped with a 5 section boom. Click for more...

Introducing the Terex SK 452-20 HammerHEAD Tower Crane →

Terex Cranes has upgraded its line of tower cranes with the addition of the new Terex SK 452-20 hammerhead tower crane. Featuring several mechanical and structural enhancements, the SK 452-20 hammerhead tower crane has a maximum capacity of 20 tonnes (22 US tons) and a jib tip capacity of 2.5 tonnes (2.75 US tons). Equipped with a new hoist winch system, the SK 452-20 boasts a maximum hoisting speed of 190 m/min (623 ft/min) and higher drum capacity of 990 m (3,248 ft). Click for more...

Haulotte HA80 RTJ Pro Articulated Boom 80 Ft. Building on Success →

The HA80 range is a versatile machine for multiple applications. Click for more...

Terex Introduces New RT 100US Rough Terrain Crane →

The 100-ton capacity, Terex RT 100US model offers a five section, full hydraulic boom that extends 154 ft. Click for more...

Liebherr Extends Its Crane Product Portfolio with Rough-Terrain Cranes →

Liebherr has extended its mobile crane product range with an additional series of rough-terrain cranes in the 100 ton (90-t) and 110 ton (100-t) classes. The Liebherr rough-terrain cranes LRT 1090-2.1 and LRT 1100-2.1 will be unveiled to the public at ConExpo 2017. From the 1980s to mid-90s the Liebherr portfolio included a range of rough-terrain cranes — then called LTL-cranes. These cranes had a lifting capacity of 27.5 to 88 tons (25 to 80 t). Click for more...

Demag AC 55-3, AC-60-3 All Terrain Cranes Efficient On the Road, Jobsite →

Terex Cranes has introdued the 3-axle AC 55-3 and AC 60-3 to its Demag line of all terrain cranes. The 3-axle 60 and 65 ton (55 and 60 t) capacity models feature the latest industry advancements to increase productivity and reduce operating costs. The cranes have an automated counterweight rigging system for easy and fast setup, a one-engine concept that minimizes operational and maintenance costs and the IC-1 Plus control system that provides the crane's maximum allowable lifting capacity, based on the slewing angle, for every crane configuration. Click for more...

Pinnacle Cranes Hosts Diamond Product Support Program →

Pinnacle Cranes hosted its Diamond Product Support Program at the NASCAR Hall of Fame on Feb. 9. The highlights of the program include:• Link-Belt Cranes, which are eight-years-old and newer• Eligible cranes must be surveyed by Pinnacle each year• Technicians are available seven days a week• Replacement cranes available at discounted rates• Enhanced parts availability, more details on the offering are available through Pinnacle CranesPinnacle Cranes was recognized by Link-Belt Cranes as a top five dealer in 2016, which is an honor the company has achieved for the past several years. Click for more...

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