Marr Contracting Pty Ltd (The Men From Marr’s), recently completed a word record lift during construction of 1915 Çanakkale Bridge, Gelibolu (Gallipoli), Turkey.
Controlling the load remotely
Remote load-control systems are designed to make taglines obsolete providing greater productivity, efficiency and safety by automating lifting operations. The Crane Industry Council of Australia’s Technical Committee examines these technologies in this issue’s CICA Tech Corner. Read more
CICA President’s report: Navigating uncertain times with optimism
Crane hirers are bucking the trend and continue to be desensitised to the “doom and gloom” that COVID-19 has caused. Optimism abounds, as crane businesses put this year behind them and look to 2021 with renewed vigour. There’s plenty to look forward to. Read more
Pick and Carry crane side slope deration
The CICA technical committee discusses the impact of changing ground conditions have on the operation of articulated pick and carry cranes. Read more
Pinpoint accuracy with 3D Lift Plan
Leading US crane hire and rigging business, PSC Crane and Rigging, realised pinpoint accuracy in depicting multiple crane locations at a recent jobsite using A1A 3D Lift Plan. Read more
Super growth in Service
Despite the difficult market conditions, SUPERSERVICE has continued to build momentum, expand facilities and employ more technicians. Read more
Mid Coast North putting family first
Mike Davis recently clocked off for the last time, after 45 years of operating cranes on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. Geraldine Yabsley, managing director of Mid Coast Cranes, says the company’s “family first culture” encourages staff to stay with the business for the long haul. Read more
Lift of the Month: Send your submission
Lift of the Month, published in each issue of Cranes and Lifting (CAL) has proved to be a very popular addition to the magazine. Read more
Snowy Hydro 2.0 boost for local crane business
Local crane hire business, Cooma, takes on any job that requires their services all year round and they’re currently busy with preparatory work on the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project. Read more
CICA South Australia Chairman’s Report
Marcus Rigney addresses several issues facing the South Australian crane industry and provides some insights into the initiatives he has sought to progress during his tenure as the South Australian state chair. Read more