Features Archive
Archive of features from the global hoist industryFeatures By Date
February 2024
Top
Automotive case studies - cranes in motion
We look at several case studies from the automotive industry.
January 2024
Top
The latest from the Middle-Eastern lifting markets
The Gulf states and the Middle East are synonymous with oil. How is the lifting market there faring, given climate worries, wars and pandemics? Julian Champkin investigates.
Intelligent Manufacturing Of Crane Girders
William Huang, CEO of WorldHoists, talks through the company’s $10m investment in a new production line.
Warehouse storage: Denser is smarter
Warehouses are in short supply, and the way we use them means the value of the space inside is increasing. So denser storage is the smartest way to increase the value of the space you have, writes Johanna Parsons.
The Overhead Crane and Hoist Interview – Daniel Beilfuss, GM of CMCO's Automation Division
Daniel Beilfuss, GM of Columbus McKinnon Corporation’s (CMCO) Automation Division.
The Interview: Molly Wood of Ace Industries
Molly Wood, engineering manager, has worked at Ace Industries for over 18 years, and is currently VP at the Crane Manufacturers Association of America (CMAA), which is part of MHI, the US (Material Handling, Logistics and Supply Chain Association). Wood is also an active participant in the CMAA Engineering Committee, which meets biannually to write engineering specifications to promote best practices for the crane and hoist industry.
Lifting attachments: The coil carriers
Not all loads are best lifted by hooks. There are almost as many below-the-hook lifting attachments as there are types of load. Indeed, as Julian Champkin discovers, there are dozens of ways just to lift a coil of wire...
The Round Table – Automation in lifting
Specialists from Ace World Companies, Caldwell and Conductix-Wampfler present their views on the current and future state of automation in lifting.
December 2023
Top
U.S. State Focus – Overhead crane companies in Texas
We feature a selection of companies operating out of Texas.
Light cranes: Making light work of it
The word of light lifting is a varied one. Julian Champkin finds choices galore from several big names.
Portable cranes: On the move
Portable cranes are often an essential tool for light industry and manufacturers. Julian Champkin investigates.
Subsea and offshore: On the up
With global offshore crane market predicted to grow, we round up the latest offshore and subsea crane news from around the world.
November 2023
Top
Kito Crosby CEO interview: How we combined two businesses
Kito Crosby’s CEO provides insight into the deal that brought two lifting brands together.
Overhead cranes and Italy's northern powerhouse
Northern Italy has produced some of the world’s finest engineering and continues to do so. Julian Champkin reports.
Metal industry report: Overhead cranes in the Middle East, Europe and the US
Julian Champkin reports on sites in the Middle East, the US and Europe where cranes are being employed by the metal industry.
October 2023
Top
Lever hoist insight: Automatic locking
Jenny Eagle reports... The Kito LB-SL is a modified version of Kito’s standard Kito LB series lever hoists that provides additional safety through a safety locking module. Kito adds that existing LB hoists can be upgraded, so LB hoist owners do not have to buy an entire new hoist to get the modification.
Liftex in Liverpool
If your role requires you to operate lifting equipment in any sector you can’t afford to miss the LiftEx show. Here, we highlight the latest news from several exhibitors.
Advanced tech improves port safety
Advanced technologies are improving port safety. Jenny Eagle reports on the latest developments.
Dockside report on port congestion: Open seas
Jenny Eagle takes a look at how organisations are easing congestion in port settings.
Dockside European regional report: Fully charged
From Kalmar’s Charge Family to a solar electricity project at Ports of Stockholm, we bring you the latest news from European-based businesses.
