Flexible hiring with Empire Equipment
Empire Equipment Hire has been hiring cranes for a number of years. Managing Director, Robert Smith explains how the business first got into crane hire and how the fleet looks today.
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Crane Auctions Australia takes auctions to the next level
Crane Auctions Australia (CAA), a joint venture between MCT Equipment and All Cranes Sales, is set to give the crane auction industry a shakeup. Anthony and James Grosser, along with Todd and Peter Shelton from All Cranes Sales, explain more.
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Sany’s customer focus
Sany’s International Sales and Marketing Manager, Philip White is well-positioned to help customers in Australia realise their fleet possibilities. With 20 years’ experience in the crane industry, Philip provides Sany crane customers with advice from the first inquiry, all the way through to the handover and after sales.
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New beginnings, same quality product for Visual Dispatch
Crane scheduling software company, Visual Dispatch has been acquired by United States-based RapidWorks. While the product and team at Visual Dispatch remains the same, the new ownership will add to the momentum of increased sales and foster customer care.
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CICA Lift of the Year Award winners
For many, the Crane Industry Council of Australia (CICA) Lift of the Year Awards were the highlight of the 2024 Gala Dinner with more entries than ever for each category. We take a brief look at the winning entries.
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Lampson Australia: 75 years of heavy lift experience
Lampson Australia boasts more than 75 years industry experience providing heavy lift and transport services. Managing Director John Lee has been with the organisation for almost 30 years, and provides insights into the business and his career with Lampson.
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The evolution of crane safety systems: A historical perspective
Franna was the brainchild of innovator Dave Francis, who saw a need to improve the safety of pick and carry “Tractor” cranes of the day … remember their nickname “Wobblies”? Over the decades, advancements in safety systems have significantly enhanced the reliability, performance, and operational ease of cranes. The history of safety system development for pick-and-carry cranes, as outlined by Franna’s journey, exemplifies the industry’s commitment to reducing risks and improving outcomes.
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Crane and logistics specialist adds Liebherr LTM 1300-6.3
For crane and logistics specialist Henneberger Schwerlast, the decision to choose the Liebherr LTM 1300-6.3 marked its entry into the large crane class. Mario Henneberger, the second-generation owner of the family-run company, explains.
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Manitowoc launches largest topless tower crane from Asia Range: the Potain MCT 2205
Manitowoc’s Asia range of top-slewing tower cranes will enjoy a major boost in capacity following the announcement at bauma China 2024 of the Potain MCT 2205, with an 80 metre jib and maximum 80 tonne capacity.
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Kito Crosby enhances safety and efficiency for overhead power line construction
Lifting and securement solutions manufacturer Kito Crosby has released a specialised line of hoists and load monitoring systems tailored for overhead power line construction.
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