Editor Richard Howes said: “The increased volume of traffic and activity within the site is naturally satisfying. We aim to deliver a comprehensive information service to the overhead lifting end user communities in every corner of the globe and the latest statistics show we are providing valuable content.”

He added: “We will continue to monitor the traffic and assess the needs of users from varying sectors within the industry. A complete understanding of our visitors will result in a priceless information source for end users but also an equally valuable marketing tool for manufacturers and product suppliers. Work to this end is ongoing,” he concluded.

The Hoist website complements the 10 printed editions of the magazine, circulated to 20,000 readers in December/January, February, March, April, May, June, July/August, September, October and November.

Visit the site for all the latest news, product finder, reference information and more covering bridge cranes, jib cranes, chain hoists, wire rope hoists, blocks, end-of-line attachments, components and the installation, maintenance, training, consultancy and trade associations surrounding this equipment.

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