A new survey has found 26 per cent of owners, 24 per cent of subcontractors and 20 per cent of head contractors have adopted technology in response to COVID-19. Read more
CICA Wind Guidance Note Revision
The CICA Technical Committee explains recent changes to wind load calculations.
Managing the measurables
Analysis of the articulated crane operating data can give an indication of how the crane has been used, and based on that, effective measures can then put in place for improvements.
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Have your say on the cranes industry
With restrictions starting to lift, Cranes & Lifting is undertaking an industry sentiment survey, to help companies understand where the industry is placed. Read more
How to plan for a multi-crane lift
Kevin Ball, group safety manager for Smithbridge Group/Universal Cranes and Standards Australia Committee Member, discusses the importance of planning a multi-crane lift. Read more
Financing mobile and tower cranes made easy
Chevron Equipment Finance is one of Australia’s leading mobile and tower crane finance experts offering competitive rates and a professional Australia wide service. Read more
The benefits of accelerated depreciation
Finlease explains to Cranes and Lifting how accelerated depreciation can benefit crane businesses with a turnover of up to $10 million. Read more
Tower crane utilisation remains solid
According to the Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) Q3 2019 Crane Index, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane’s inner-city cranes have risen from 44 to 48 per cent over the past six months. Read more
Who’s responsible when something goes wrong?
Do crane companies genuinely understand the liabilities they face when signing a contract and who’s responsible if something goes wrong? Cranes and Lifting finds out more. Read more
Review, recommendations and research for a safer tomorrow
Findings from the first national review of Work Health and Safety laws have been released by Safe Work Australia. Read more