Industrial Training International (iti.com) has launched a free monthly webinar series titled “The ITI Showcase Webinar Series”. The series features ITI President/CEO Mike Parnell presenting hour-long webinars on subjects selected by registrants. Registrants receive access to the recorded webinar and presentation (PDF) document after the event. 140 professionals in Health & Safety, Training, Management, Human Resources, and […]
The International Plastics Showcase is being held at the Orange County Convention Center from April 5th -12th. SPI’s Business of Plastics Conference, co-located at NPE2012, is the preeminent educational program that focuses on the business issues impacting the industry. Produced by the NPE2012 Education Committee, SPI’s Business of Plastics Conference will provide an innovative education […]
"Tinkerbell" - the world’s largest capacity heavy lift tower crane has swung into action at Sydney’s $2 billion Central Park development, the first time the behemoth has been used in a CBD development. The crane is usually put to use on large-scale mining or civil engineering projects. The crane, which can lift some 330 tons, has […]
The Best Practice Guidance for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) was released by the UK-based Strategic Forum for Construction Plant Safety Group with the aim of avoiding trapping or crushing incidents when these machines are used in confined overhead spaces. IPAF has prepared a US edition of the above document, which was published in April 2011. See […]
North Florida Jacksonville, FL - Hyatt Regency Riverfront How Changes in OSHA Crane Regulation Have Affected the Work Site Brought to you by Sims Crane and NBIS. On June 13th, 2012, Sims Crane and NBIS are teaming up with the Florida Crane Alliance to bring you a special one day only event. This Crane Management Seminar will […]
“Boscaro products have proven time and again their quality, safety, and durability. Boscaro products continue to offer significant value on the project.” Ed Hawthorne – Safety Manger Walsh/PCL – JV II Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge Walsh and PCL have teamed up to complete some of the largest joint venture projects in North America. One such project is […]
Space Shuttle Discovery, the most traveled shuttle in NASA’s fleet, ended its voyage at Washington Dulles International Airport this spring after more than 150 million miles of airtime. Its final flight took place April 17, 2012, on top of a Boeing 747 Shuttle Aircraft Carrier, where it was slated to replace the Space Shuttle Enterprise […]
Terex Cranes announces that it is relocating the production of self-erecting tower cranes from the current manufacturing facility in Fontanafredda, Italy, to Montceau Les Mines, France. This affects the full range of self-erecting tower cranes, which includes 12 models ranging from one- to six-tonne maximum capacity and 16- to 45-meter jib length. Effective as of […]
Rental Equipment Register Magazine (RER) has announced its 2012 "RER 100," a listing of rental companies ranked highest in rental volume during 2011. Leading this year's list: United Rentals, Greenwich, Conn.; RSC Equipment Rental, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Sunbelt Rentals, Fort Mill, S.C.; Hertz Equipment Rental Corp., Park Ridge, N.J.; and Home Depot Rentals, Atlanta, Ga. Companies […]
To meet the global need for skilled workers in the construction industry, NCCER, Alachua, Fla., has formed a partnership with Edexcel, London, England, to develop an international, industry-recognized credential for construction craft professionals. As part of its Global Workforce Development Initiative, NCCER has begun adapting its systems for international accreditation, instructor certification, training and assessment delivery and […]
