Crane manufacturer Tadano recently introduced two new truck-mounted cranes to their lineup, according to a recent article in International Cranes Magazine. The HK 4.050-1 boasts a 55-US ton capacity, and the HK 4.070-1 a 77-US ton capacity. Both are built at Tadano’s manufacturing facility in Germany. At a Glance Tadano HK 4.050-1: Length: […]
Volvo enjoys a long history of having some of the safest cars on the road. Their Accident Research Team recently celebrated 50 years of service with milestones that included the introduction of three-point seatbelts and side impact airbags... standard equipment in most of today's consumer vehicles. The team of safety detectives includes experts in biomechanics, […]
The year 2019 was big for skyscraper construction worldwide, according to a recent column at International Construction Magazine. The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) recorded that 26 “supertall” buildings were completed last year, an increase of eight over 2018. A supertall building is categorized as standing 984 feet (300 meters) or higher. […]
Do you find yourself frequently utilizing the services of a commercial towing company for transporting vehicles or lightweight equipment? Investing in a flatbed truck or trailer might be a faster and more economical way to get the job done. An article with helpful information can be found at The Urban Twist, highlighting the versatility and […]
It's been over 40 years since LEGO Technic released their first mobile crane. The 855-1: Mobile Crane was a 512-parts design that was quite simple but functional for young builders back in 1977. It was part of the first generation of LEGO's new assortment of technical sets for ages 9 and over. The LEGO Technic […]
EHS Today Magazine posted a handy reference article about forklift safety and preventing hazards in warehouses and facilities where forklifts are used. Though late model forklifts are designed with safety in mind and are less dangerous to operate than their predecessors, potential danger still exists in the form of collisions and tip-overs. This can result […]
Many construction and infrastructure projects continue across the globe despite government-ordered shutdowns and closings of businesses, schools, and stores. Unfortunately, some work sites lie dormant and are not expected to resume activity for weeks or months. An article at International Cranes and Specialized Transport Magazine highlights advice by the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) regarding what […]
Mentioning the term “construction crane” conjures up different images in people's minds, depending on who you speak to. Cranes are a vital tool for most construction projects large and small, but one type of crane does not fit all applications. For example, a rough-terrain crane is overkill for placing roof joists on a small house […]
The author of a recent column at International Cranes Magazine's website compares crawler mounted articulating cranes to the popular robot toys in the “Transformers” movies and TV series. While these cranes don't actually transform into other types of machinery, they do possess a cool factor not seen in other types of lifting cranes. Two manufacturers […]
International Cranes Magazine recently highlighted the amount of growth seen during the last few years in the global market for large capacity truck cranes. According to Off-Highway Research (OHR), a market research and forecasting company, sales of truck cranes in both 2018 and 2019 were around 32,000 units. As recently as 2015, unit sales were […]
