Crane Hot Line

01/14/2025

Uperio Group has appointed Ingo Schiller as President of Uperio USA. With over 30 years of experience in the crane and construction industry, Schiller will oversee strategic growth, market development and customer engagement in the new role. Read more! ⬇️

Uperio Group, known for tower crane rentals, has appointed Ingo Schiller as President of Uperio North America.

01/08/2025

Ring Power CAT has partnered with Hiab, a global leader in load-handling solutions, to bring HIAB’s innovative equipment and services to customers across the Southeast. 🤝

Learn more about this partnership and what it means for the industry ⬇️

Ring Power Utility | Truck | Crane has announced a new partnership with HIAB, a global leader in smart and sustainable load-handling solutions.

01/06/2025

Time flies, but the crane industry keeps innovating! In his latest column, Editor Emeritus Mike Larson reflects on the trends and milestones that shaped 2024:

🔸 Notable acquisitions expanding industry giants
🔸 Major U.S. facility expansions by top manufacturers
🔸 Continued growth of electric crane technology

Dive into his reflections and see what’s on the horizon for 2025: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/time-flies-but-some-things-dont-change

01/03/2025

Tadano has finalized its acquisition of ManitexInternational, making Manitex a wholly owned subsidiary as of January 2, 2025.

This acquisition strengthens Tadano’s global presence and broadens its product offerings, including mobile truck cranes and aerial work platforms. Tadano’s leadership has highlighted the benefits of combining engineering, sales and service expertise from both companies to better serve customers and drive innovation in the lifting solutions market.

Learn more about this pivotal acquisition and what it means for the industry: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/tadano-finalizes-manitex-acquisition-broadens-lifting-solutions

01/02/2025

How do you save time and money on a complex construction project? For JH Findorff, it was all about the versatility of the 500-ton Tadano AC 7.450-1 all-terrain crane. 🏗️ On a Milwaukee jobsite, this powerful crane handled critical picks with precision, allowing the contractor to tackle multiple tasks efficiently—without costly modifications.

Read more: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/construction-contractor-findorff-saves-time-and-money-with-a-500-ton-tadano-all-terrain-crane

12/31/2024

Ready to tackle 2025? 🏗 Crane Hot Line has you covered with expert predictions and insights shaping the year ahead! From economic trends to industry challenges and opportunities, this is your go-to guide for planning a strong start to the new year.

📖 Get the full scoop: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/2025-industry-trends-insights-and-predictions-from-sector-experts

12/30/2024

Start the new year by staying ahead in the crane, rigging and specialized hauling industries with the January edition of Crane Hot Line!

Discover key trends and insights to kick off 2025:
📌 Discover how telematics can maximize your crane's potential.
📌 Stafford Tower Cranes introduces custom crane cabins.
📌 Event Preview: Get ready for World of Concrete 2025!
📌 Stay compliant with evolving industry regulations.

Explore the latest edition of Crane Hot Line: https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/5f23e1ed #/5f23e1ed/1

12/25/2024

12/19/2024

Heavy hauls, big challenges and innovative solutions. Abers Towing and Crane Service has been delivering for 74 years, turning customer challenges into successes across the Midwest.

From hauling a 150,000-pound crawler crane to overcoming industry-wide hurdles like insurance costs and driver shortages, Aber's story is one of dedication and expertise: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/abers-towing-crane-service-delivers-on-customer-needs

12/17/2024

Boom trucks are in demand across industries for their versatility, efficiency and innovative features. 📈 From supporting utility fleets to taxi crane operations, these machines are meeting the growing need for diverse applications.

👉 Read more about the trends shaping the boom truck market with insights from Altec, The Manitowoc Company, Custom Truck One Source, Smiley Lifting Solutions and more: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/boom-trucks-2025

12/16/2024

Liebherr is breaking ground on a new logistics center in Tupelo, MS, set to support crane and equipment distribution across the Americas. The facility will handle warehousing, pre-assembly and spare parts logistics for multiple divisions, with room to expand in the future. Read more 👇

Liebherr marked a major milestone last week with the groundbreaking of its new logistics center at the Hive Business Park in Tupelo, Mississippi.

12/12/2024

At a summer camp in Greencastle, PA, an 800-pound water wheel installation called for some heavy lifting—and a Grove GCD25 carrydeck crane delivered! 💦

Discover how this crane turned a tricky lift into a water wonderland: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/grove-gcd25-crane-powers-splash-pad-installation-at-camp-joy-el

12/11/2024

High Caliber Cranes recently celebrated its partnership with XCMG at its first client appreciation day. More than 50 of its closest customers attended the event, where High Caliber Cranes showcased the capabilities of XCMG’s cranes.🏗

Read more about the event and High Caliber Cranes’ partnership with XCMG Group: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/high-caliber-cranes-and-xcmg-celebrate-one-year-partnership

12/09/2024

Wire rope testing just got faster, smarter, and more cost-effective. With the Rope 65 MRT system, large and expensive wire cables can be evaluated for breaks and corrosion, saving time and often over six figures in replacement costs.

➡️ Learn how this tech is shaping the future of crane operations: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/manitowoc-31000-crawler-crane-showcases-advanced-cable-testing-technology

12/06/2024

We’re excited to announce the formation of the Catalyst Communications Network Advisory Council, reinforcing our commitment to editorial integrity and ensuring Crane Hot Line remains relevant to the evolving needs of the crane industry.

📖 Learn more about the council and its members: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/introducing-the-catalyst-communications-network-advisory-council

We’re proud to announce the formation of the Catalyst Communications Network Advisory Council, a new initiative designed to uphold the integrity and relevance of our editorial content in the construction and heavy equipment industries.

The members of this year's council include Caleb Rosenberger (Chairman), Brian Walsh, Meagen Kehrt, Seth Moore and Marcquis Scott. With expertise spanning crane operations, heavy lift engineering, workplace safety and more, the council will provide invaluable guidance to ensure our publications remain trusted resources for the industry.

📖 Learn more about the council and its mission: https://catalystcommunicationsnetwork.com/blog/introducing-the-catalyst-communications-network-advisory-council

12/04/2024

Carrydeck cranes offer mobility, precision and versatility, making them valuable tools across industries. 🏗️ Our latest cover story highlights how carrydeck cranes from Broderson Manufacturing Corp, The Manitowoc Company and others are being used for a wide range of applications.

Read more: https://www.cranehotline.com/articles/carrydeck-cranes-excel-in-projects-with-space-constraints-and-demanding-requirements

12/03/2024

The December issue of Crane Hot Line is here! 🚨

This month, we're sharing expert insights on industry trends for 2025, recapping industry events like CraneWorks, LLC’s Orlando grand opening and High Caliber Cranes' customer days, taking a look at Tadano’s new EVOLT electric rough terrain crane and much more.

📖 Don’t miss the latest updates for the crane, rigging and specialized hauling industries: https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/053628e2 #/053628e2/1