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Cat Lift Trucks, Houston, Texas, has introduced a new series of 8,000-  to 12,000-lb. capacity diesel pneumatic tire lift trucks. Designed to meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards, the DP40N1-DP55N1 Series features a new diesel engine that provides a 21.6% increase in fuel efficiency in addition to increased performance, reduced emissions levels and a lower […]

The Association of Iron and Steel Technology has nominated Jim Lang for its 2013 Crane Innovator of the Year Award to be given out in June. The AIST Crane Innovator of the Year Award recognizes the individual who has brought forth the latest in technology, or increased efficiencies in operational and maintenance practices for the […]

American Crane & Equipment Corporation, a manufacturer of overhead cranes and hoists, has completed phase one of its two phase expansion, financed by PNC Bank with engineering provided by Boyer Engineering.   The first phase of construction includes a 2,500 square foot engineering addition with 11 cubicles and three offices. The buildings are energy and […]

American Crane & Equipment Corporation, a manufacturer of overhead cranes and hoists, has completed phase one of its two phase expansion, financed by PNC Bank with engineering provided by Boyer Engineering.   The first phase of construction includes a 2,500 square foot engineering addition with 11 cubicles and three offices. The buildings are energy and […]

Magnetek, Inc., has announced that it is expanding international distribution of its radio controls through an alliance with Tecno Elettrica Ravasi s.r.l. (“T.E.R.”). T.E.R. will market Magnetek’s radio control products to material handling and mobile hydraulic customers through its sales network in the European Union. Magnetek designs and manufactures a broad range of state-of-the-art radio […]

Kalmar RT Center, has announced that two Kalmar RT240 rough terrain reach stackers are en route to Afghanistan to lead military logistics for the Australian Defense Force (ADF). Harirud General Trading Co., a contractor providing equipment and services in the Middle East and Africa, bought two Kalmar RT240 rough terrain reach stackers for use by […]

XBP Series portable electric scissor lifts from Presto Lifts Inc. can be used for a variety of uses in manufacturing, warehousing, retail, and office environments. Regardless of the application, the operator can transport loads and lift them to a convenient height at the touch of a button. They roll smoothly on any surface, even carpet, […]

Columbus McKinnon Corp. has announced the appointment of Lawrence Gavin, CPSM, C.P.M. as executive director and chief procurement officer. In his role, Gavin will be responsible for oversight of the company's global purchasing program and will work closely with stakeholders around the world to drive Columbus McKinnon procurement and global sourcing performance.  Gavin, a member […]

Crown Equipment, has announced the opening of a company-owned branch in Kansas City, Kan. The new 70,000-sq. ft. facility provides Crown customers in the area with an even closer resource for their material handling product needs, as well as expanded customer service offerings and opportunities for technician and operator training. “Each of our customers comes […]

  UNIC Cranes Europe will showcase the latest innovation in compact crane engineering, the battery powered Eco-095 spider crane on wheels, at the Bauma exhibition in Munich next week, which takes place 15-21 April, 2013. Designed especially for interior lifting operations in sensitive environments, the 0.995t capacity Eco-095 mini crane will be making its first […]