Cranes are believed to have been in use as early as 3000 BCE. The earliest of them, called ‘shadoof’, were used to lift water from lakes and rivers for irrigating farmlands in Egypt. It consisted of a pole with a bucket on one end that was counterbalanced on a fixed support.

Finding the right and safe process and equipment to lift, move and install equipment in challenging environments offers a sense of satisfaction that keeps these teams looking for the next rigging problem to solve

Ice, snow and freezing temperatures can add risk to all aspects of construction projects. Keep your people, your equipment, your site and your bottom line safe in the cold season with some simple strategies.

Potain has unveiled the first in a new range of self-erecting tower cranes, the four tonne capacity Evy 30-23 4 t.

The new model is intended to meet a growing demand for greater simplicity and improved under hook heights, while fully complying with the updated EN 14439 standard for tower cranes.

Fall is the season of abundance—at least it is for those among us who have been able to provide ample moisture for our precious crops.

I admire the few multigenerational family-owned orchardists in our county. In the 1980s, I managed an orchard on top of Red Oak Mountain. There were 30 acres of apples and peaches. The old trees had been planted and cared for by my now-departed good friend Raymond Johnson and his ancestors.

Removing Smaller Trees: ISA Certified Arborist James Allen delves into effective tree management strategies within a densely wooded area. James focuses on a cluster of trees surrounding a prominent mature tree.

Huisman has announced the launch of a newly developed system that empowers crane operators with the ability to anticipate and react to approaching wind speeds, gusts, and direction during the installation process of turbine blades.

Not using sling protection is a common rigging problem for all types of lifting slings – whether they are synthetic, wire rope, wire mesh or alloy chain. These slings need to be protected against edges, corners and protrusions to extend the sling’s life and prevent catastrophic failure.

This 977 was equipped with a ripper and side-dump bucket. It was the ideal machine for this road contract. It could rip tough material and with the side-dump bucket, it could load the single-axle dump trucks faster and reduce wear on the undercarriage of the crawler loader.

The Trackson Company, as early as the 1930s, manufactured attachments for Caterpillar crawlers with cable and later on with hydraulic bucket loaders.

Anti-sway technology was revolutionary when it was first introduced – but back then it did not actually work very well. Today’s systems, in contrast, offer safety and economy, and allow even a non-specialist to operate a crane. Julian Champkin reports

If you’re ready to take matters into your own hands, there are several DIY methods you can use to kill a tree stump. These methods are often more eco-friendly should you happen to be in an environmentally sensitive area or simply like to keep it green. Let’s explore three effective options: Epsom salt, rock salt, and boiling water.

There is nothing more difficult and exhilarating than being challenged to remove a tree that doesn’t fit the norm. The biggest risk I see with this proposition would be not giving the situation the level of thought, creativity and focus it requires. Attempting to perform the task by doing things the way “they’ve always been done” could be a mistake with the worst repercussions, ones that could risk personal safety.

Niscon’s Raynok Motion Control System is part of a touring musical theatre show that features custom-made wire rope hoists.

Theatre Safe Australia (TSA) is an Australian-based company that designs tailor-made solutions for the theatre and entertainment industry – from large-scale productions and corporate events to local and regional based companies, theatres and schools.

The collaboration between a landscape architect and a Bartlett arborist brings together complementary skills and knowledge, resulting in a well-balanced, pleasing, and sustainable outdoor environment. This ensures that trees are not only a beautiful part of the landscape but also healthy, safe, and integrated into the overall vision. In short, Bartlett brings the science of arboriculture that informs the design and details of residential and commercial projects.

A new study shows America is failing to prepare future workers for high-paying construction careers. According to the Associated Builders and Contractors, construction had 366,000 job openings by the end of May this year. The results come as Generation Z, those born from the mid-1990s to the early 2010s, are rapidly becoming a significant portion of the workforce. The construction sector must learn how to attract this generation

Utility companies are increasingly using drones.

According to the report: “Drones In Energy Industry Report 2022” worldwide commercial drone market will hit some $41.3 billion by 2026 and energy companies will comprise the largest part of that market—approximately $6 billion of it.

Wolff 6523 Clear, aimed at DACH markets, extends manufacturer’s flat top tower crane line-up

Wolffkran is adding a new model to its Wolff Pack portfolio of tower cranes: the WOLFF 6523 Clear. The new 224 tonne class flat top tower crane is based on Wolffkran’s 6031 Clear, one of the company’s best-selling cranes, but comes with a newly designed and patented jib and, if specified, the new WOLFF High-Speed-Positioning-System (HiSPS) ­– which premiered at Bauma 2022 .

This Labor Day week brings good and bad news for the construction industry as two new reports show both growth of the industry and a lack of skilled workers needed to fill positions and complete projects.

As the U.S. added 177,000 new jobs in August, the construction industry added 22,000 jobs, according to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) August Employment Situation report released Sept. 1. Inflation and interest rates, two factors that directly impact the construction industry, remain high. But government money from the infrastructure act is helping the construction industry grow and keep the demand for skilled workers high. Meanwhile, a severe workforce shortage is impacting construction projects across the country.

The new machine which made its public debut as a prototype at Bauma last October, is structurally similar to the standard diesel powered TH412, offering a maximum lift height of 4.3 metres, with maximum capacity of 1,250kg which it can handle at full height, and a maximum forward reach of 2.25 metres with a 530kg load.