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All at sea
Offshore lifting operations are more difficult, and more dangerous, than conventional land-based ones. Julian Champkin reports.
Lifting off-centre loads
Regardless of the shape, size or weight of load, it is important to position the crane hook directly above the centre of gravity. That means we need to know how to find it, and then choose the right rigging tools to make the lift, says Dan Mongan, senior sales engineer at The Caldwell Group.
A question of wire rope documentation
‘What document should I expect to receive or send with cut lengths of wire rope?’ Ben Dobbs, head of global standards and legislation from the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) Technical Services, answers this frequently asked question.
An inch perfect deal
Granada Cranes has been awarded a contract to supply davit cranes for a wind farm off the Scottish coast.
Intralogistics innovation
Set to take place in Stuttgart from March 11-13, 2025, LogiMAT will showcase the latest in intralogistics technologies, offering live demonstrations, expert insights, and networking opportunities for professionals in the logistics and supply chain sectors.
Crane revolution
Germany’s autonomous crane market is set to grow at a 4.9% annual rate through 2035, driven by technological innovations and major investments in infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Jenny Eagle reports on the latest developments.
Gantries great and small
Gantry cranes come in all shapes and sizes. Correction: Gantry cranes come in all sizes. The shapes, however, are all the same. Julian Champkin reports.
Replacing a beam
Procedures should be in place for removing lifting and spreader beams from service when they fail pre-use inspection explains Dan Mongan, senior sales engineer, The Caldwell Group.
Taking control of electric bridge and gantry cranes
Keith Tonge, from the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) Technical Services, looks at how control systems for electric bridge and gantry cranes improve safety and efficiency in material handling operations.
Columbus McKinnon to acquire Kito Crosby
Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO) has announced an agreement to acquire Kito Crosby for approximately $2.7 billion expected to close later this year, subject to approval and closing conditions.