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  German manufacturer JD Neuhaus has updated its image, with a new logo and slogan—”Engineered for extremes”—which better represents its evolved product portfolio, designed for applications in some of the toughest markets and environments. For many years, its slogan “Powered by air” was suited to its range of hoists, cranes and winches. More recently, however, […]

Caster Connection, a manufacturer of casters and a master distributor of national brand casters, wheels, and hand trucks, has revamped its Caster Connection website. The more customer-friendly website was designed to better serve current and prospective customers. "The improvements to our website will make CasterConnection.com a one-stop resource for everything casters. We continue to solicit […]

J.R. Merritt Controls Inc., Stratford, Conn., has introduced the MG9, MG9-4 and MG25 palm grips to its line of handles. Operator feedback was taken into consideration during both the design and development of these handles to provide a product that meets the needs of industry users who operate overhead, container, and gantry cranes, as well as […]

Crown Equipment Corporation, New Bremen, Ohio, has released its 2012 ecologic report, highlighting some of the new and innovative ways the company is minimizing waste, managing energy and maximizing product and facility lifespan. One of the key milestones Crown reached in 2012 was exceeding more than 5 million square feet of global brownfield development. In […]

Self-lubricating wheels on the scissor arm assemblies of Sapient Automation Avenger vertical carousels help extend its operational life in storage and retrieval applications while reducing maintenance costs. Generally, vertical carousels require periodic lubrication as part of a preventive maintenance routine to ensure reliable operation. Self-lubricating scissor arm wheels reduce maintenance downtime and extend service life. […]

  Denmark-based Fyns Kran Udstyr (FKU) has developed a hydraulic yoke for handling and mounting wind turbine nacelles, which house the generating components. The hydraulic yoke is adjustable, facilitating change of the nacelle’s centre of gravity to an exact angle when mounting it on a tower. “The hydraulic yoke for wind turbine nacelles not only […]

XSPlatforms and Rigid Lifelines announce a new dynamic partnership in fall protection. As an official XSPlatforms partner, Rigid Lifelines will distribute XSPlatforms' rooftop fall protection solutions. According to XSPlatforms U.S. President Phil Shumway, this new partnership was a logical step for both companies: "Both Rigid Lifelines and XSPlatforms are known for the quality of their products […]

The cantilever personnel basket is now available for rent at Lifting Gear Hire Corporation (LGH). This personnel basket is ideal for locations that have obstructed access from a vertical angle. including, bridges, dams, piers, and other structures over water. They also offer more access over walkways, gangways, and refineries. The total working load limit is […]

The Raymond Corporation, Greene, N.Y., has recognized 22 engineers for their contributions to 42 patents awarded since 2004 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The recognition event was held at the Raymond headquarters in Greene, N.Y., with keynote speaker Lance R. Collins, dean of engineering at Cornell University, speaking on the importance of innovative […]

EnKon Systems, Walled Lake, Mich., manufactures the lightweight A-Series A1300 Air Lift. The A-Series A1300 Lift is ideal for improving ergonomics and productivity by raising pallets or containers to the perfect height, from 9 to 42 inches, so workers do not need to strain and bend while unloading or loading material. The lift is virtually […]