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crane safety
 Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Features, News, Product News, Safety, Technology

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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tutt bryant go green
 Cranes & Lifting, Net Zero, Product News, Technology

Tutt Bryant’s Go Green revolution

Helping crane and heavy lift companies get closer to decarbonisation on the jobsite, Tutt Bryant offers three types of power systems through its Go Green Initiative. Go Green  includes battery energy storage systems in both mobile and containerised form, supported by renewable charge capabilities or the latest in Tier V emission compliant diesel generators. Tutt Bryant’s National Business Manager for Sustainable Products and Innovation, Chris Leahy, explains.
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Erne Lifting has brought a new, innovative lifting technology to Australia: the Vita Load Navigator.
 Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Features, Product News, Safety, Technology

Game changing lifting technology arrives Down Under

The Vita Load Navigator is an intelligent lifting technology solution that significantly enhances control, capability and safety of load operations, helping crews work safer, lift faster, and reduce costs. A family-owned business, Erne Lifting is excited to be a distributor for Vita Industrial’s game changing lifting technology for the crane industry.
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Cranepower's emission free tower crane generator, the CP-300.
 Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Features, Net Zero, Product News, Products, Technology

Powering Electric Tower Cranes emission free

Last year, New Zealand engineering and manufacturer firm Cranepower launched into Australia the CP-300 UPS, which provides intelligent power management for high powered electric construction machinery including tower cranes, hoists and stud welders. Elliot Peacocke provides background to this tower crane generator. 
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