The wind power generation market has seen mostly steady growth in the United States during the last three decades. A direct result of this trend is the increased demand for cranes and vertical access equipment to maintain those wind turbines. In a recent story, American Crane & Transport (ACT) Magazine summarized how wind power got […]
The short answer is “yes.” A recent article at Forbes’ website shares the story of Federico Maggi and Marco Balduzzi, two researchers who work for Trend Micro, a leading cybersecurity company. Maggi and Balduzzi traveled to various construction sites in the Lombardi region of Italy in early 2018 with the goal of convincing site managers […]
Check out the latest project video from our Sims HD Heavy Haul crew on site in Mulberry, FL moving this massive 58,000 lb. vapor body unit for Central Maintenance and Welding. The short trip included some sharp corners and obstacles and a great effort by everyone involved!
An article at EHS Today’s website reminds readers that safety in the workplace is of utmost importance, especially when it comes to falling objects, large and small. Wherever a job is being conducted, whether just a few feet or dozens of stories above our heads, the potential for harm is always present. The terrible crane […]
Over half the people in the crane industry are not actually qualified signalpersons. Is it because of lack of knowledge about the requirement? Is it because employers don’t know what a qualified signal person should know? Is it because employers are not sure how to qualify a signal person? These are the questions Bo from […]
When using rigging gear, or any gear for that matter, do you assume it's in perfect condition just because it's new? Sadly, we cannot look at it that way. Safety is requiring everyone to start assuming less and hold your contractors and vendors to a higher standard. Crane Tech came across a serious issue during […]
Everyone loves new stuff... who doesn’t? The real question to ask, though, is if the new stuff perfect? Well, it is new so that should mean it’s perfect. Sadly, that assumption may not be the smart one. Every time you receive new equipment you should take the time to inspect it. According to 2015 Top […]
When it comes to the summertime we often think about and plan family road trips. Before getting on the road, we would typically have the car inspected and maintained. Cranes should be no different, and crane operators should be completing a pre-shift inspection already. When it comes time for the annual inspection, this is something […]
FAA: Smaller Contractors Using Construction Drones the Most Original Post: ConstructionEquipmentGuide.com Are drones becoming known as a construction tool? A recent report from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) shows that the agency is systematically issuing exemptions to applicants so that they can fly drones without being flagged for encroaching on public airspace. It is shown that […]
Sims Crane announces the new online crane operator and truck driver application system. Have you ever considered joining the Sims Crane rental and rigging experts Florida contractors trust most? Now you can view crane operator job opportunities across the State of Florida and apply in minutes from the comfort of your home. The new system […]
