Sims Crane and Sims HD team up for this mega-move across Florida. Moving this massive transformer across road and rail involved multiple tandem lifts with 2 x 450 ton class cranes on both ends of the project, railroad transport across 3 counties and a 3 mile road transit by self-propelled transport with 112 tires. The […]
As kids, we were told to not ask “Why?” but to just do what we're told. This is the complete opposite when it comes to safety on a job site – knowing why an accident, incident, or near miss occurred. Per the basics of project management, learning from failure – or preferably learning without failure […]
Each year as the holidays near, we are reminded of all the wonderful reasons to work safely each day. We are also reminded of all the distractions that can lead to otherwise avoidable accidents. Travel plans, to-do lists, and holiday preparations occupy our thoughts in anticipation of the upcoming festivities. These distractions also create elevated […]
Manitowoc has launched two new five-axle Grove all terrain cranes, the GMK5180-1 and GMK5200-1. The cranes join the recently-launched GMK5250L and incorporate several of its features and benefits, including a Viab turbo retarder clutch which eliminates fluid overheating and clutch burning, enables wear-free starting and braking, and reduces fuel consumption. The models have a single […]
On October 19, 2015, the Sims Crane West Palm Beach location will have landed on its one-year anniversary. Already less than a year at the new location, Sims Crane has purchased an adjacent piece of property for additional storage. According to West Palm Beach General Manager John Dewhurst, “As we continue to expand our inventory […]
If you've watched our Sims Crane Minute videos, you'll recall how Bob Berry reminds us of the importance of good communication for a safe, smooth crane and rigging operation. The basic hand signals used by crane operators have been developed by professionals in the crane and rigging industry. They're universally recognized communication techniques and adopted […]
In our Sims Crane Minute videos, Bob Berry frequently reminds us to be mindful of work area hazards and the importance of communication during crane rental operations. Many crane accidents may be avoided simply by paying proper attention to the job site surroundings. In the latest video we want to demonstrate some improper, and […]
The brand new Tadano ATF 600G-8 features an all new innovative Triple-Boom System. Unlike any other ordinary telescopic boom system seen today, the Triple-Boom System comprises of three telescopic tubes. What does this do for the crane's structure? It gains a permanent high level of flexural and torsional stiffness. Also, the three telescopic tubes are […]
Mike Lapeirre got started in the craning business in 1993 because to be successful in the piping industry you needed to be able to operate a crane. Fast forward 22 years, Mike is now a senior advisor for Sims Crane. His main objective is to plan all the critical lifts Sims Crane performs that have […]
The ATF 600G-8 does not just stop at the Triple-Boom System when it comes to new features. The Tadano Engineers opted for an Asymmetrical Outrigger Base, which will make the job easier and the job site even safer. Many times space is a huge factor when working on the job site, which prevents being able […]
