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On day two of Bauma, MyCrane announced its forthcoming launch in the United States and that it has appointed Scott Wilkes to lead the new operation. Wilkes studied mechanical engineering at the LSU (Louisiana State University) before starting work at Mammoet as a project engineer. While at Mammoet, he was also involved in market and […]

WireCo, a world leading manufacturer of wire rope, synthetic rope and netting and electromechanical cable, unveiled new product brand logos at Bauma. This achieves a primary goal of creating synergistic relationships with the parent brand WireCo, which was updated earlier in the year. WireCo’s products span a wide range of industries, including industrial, mining, energy, […]

Ruthmann Holdings GmbH has taken over the exclusive distribution and maintenance of France Elévateur products in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (German and Italian-speaking areas) with its sales force and service centre network. This means that all current orders and contracts in these countries are taken over by Ruthmann. The company has been distributing Versalift products […]

In August, authorised dealer BSI GmbH (BSI), specialist for lifting and height access technology from Dortmund, received one of the first Genie S-80 J TraX boom lifts in Germany. The Genie S-80 J TraX – the first and only tracked boom in its height class – provides exceptional terrainability and lower contact pressure for reduced […]

For its inaugural Archies event UKMHA chose the theme of Hollywood Glamour and from the moment the capacity audience entered the VIP Lounge there was a real sense of  dinner and the awards ceremony hosted by Mark Durden-Smith. “It was a fantastic night and we’d like to extend huge congratulations to all the winners” said […]

EnerSys, a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, has strengthened its Manufacturer Representative Agreement with Industrial Battery & Charger, Inc (IBCI) by granting exclusive sales and service rights for all EnerSys motive power products in the Middle Tennessee Territory, with local offices in Nashville. Effective immediately, the exclusivity agreement includes the complete […]

LiftEx, the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) event, was held over two days (5-6 October 2022) at P&J Live in the major Oil and Gas centre of Aberdeen, celebrating the successes and triumphs of the lifting industry. The event provided a one-stop shop to find services, products as well as to gain the latest lifting […]

Workers and managers using Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) to install and remove seasonal decorations and lights are being urged to download a comprehensive new technical guidance booklet that can help to avoid safety issues and to mitigate risks involved in work at height in public areas and alongside roads. The Safe Use of MEWPs […]

The Crosby Group, a leading manufacturer of rigging, lifting, and material handling hardware, was given the Best Contribution to GLAD (Global Lifting Awareness Day) Award by the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) in Aberdeen last week. The award was presented at a gala night during LEEA’s annual LiftEx trade show. GLAD – celebrated on social […]

Automation and power quality specialist CP Automation has launched a dedicated crane and power transmission department to complement its growing range of product and engineered solutions. Headed by business development manager Andy Swann, the department’s team can meet the needs of a unique and varied crane market by supporting with projects such as overhauls and […]