RUD Australia supplied the hoops and lifting design for the erection of bridge girders in the Pacific Highway Upgrade Project on Exit 41 which was completed by Universal Cranes (part of the Smithbridge Read More
Pilequip recently introduced a range of Pile Lifting Devices (PLD) to their vibratory hammer packages, which are designed to increase the productivity of cranes during the installation of piles during the construction process. David Hopkins, National Sales Manager Pilequip Australia explains more. Read More
Completion of regulatory clearances marks a key step in agreed combination process announced by both companies. The business combination of The Crosby group and Kito corporation will be to create a global provider of comprehensive lifting solutions. Read More
Modulift, the market-leading manufacturer of modular spreader beams, has recently finished testing of another impressive MOD 1100 / 2000t modular spreader beam. Currently the largest supplied standard beam in the Modulift range, with a lifting capacity of 2000 tonnes, the MOD 1100 has been ordered by a Belgian client for Offshore Monopile installations. Read More
Terex Franna recently announced it has designed, engineered and manufactured a new 25-tonne capacity spreader bar. Matthew Edwards is a design engineer at Terex Australia and led the development. He provides the background to the launch of the new product. Read More
With many construction sites using extremely large and heavy materials, safety is not just some gimmick but a vital part of the construction process. No-one wants an incident where machinery, employees or the load itself gets damaged. Read More
Piling and vibratory equipment specialist Pilequip recently announced it will be representing the Tünkers range of shock absorbers. David Hopkins, Pilequip’s national sales manager, provides some background to the Tünkers product and explains why the crane sector should embrace the product. Read More
System Rigging envisions being a one-stop shop through all aspects of the heavy lift, crane hire, construction, renewable energy, and mining & minerals sectors with their top-quality product lines. The family-run business, founded by Garry and Declan Kearney, brings a deep understanding of the industry through its global background and experience. Read More
Having been in the industry for 25 years, Mark Eberhard has a strong insight into wire rope and lifting equipment, where the industry has come from and where it is headed. Having been recently appointed as the chair for the South Australian branch of CICA he is eager to bring his experience to the role. Read More