Safety is critical on every construction project, but when heavy cranes are involved, there is no room for errors or shortcuts, especially when it comes to ground support design. Cranes have toppled when they’ve been walked across areas with inadequate ground support or unstable subgrade and when outriggers have punched through soft ground.

So, you had to remove a tree. Maybe it was old and decaying, leaning dangerously over your home, or simply in the wrong spot. Now, in its place, you’re left with a big, gaping hole and possibly a sense that something’s missing. A tree added beauty, shade, and maybe even privacy to your space.

STS was tasked with creating a system capable of lifting and tipping 205-litre steel drums into large waste containers using overhead cranes. STS Bespoke Handling Equipment has developed a remote drum tipping solution for a nuclear site, enhancing safety and efficiency in waste handling operations.

Spanish overhead and industrial crane manufacturer GH Cranes & Components is trialing six Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects which it hopes to integrate into its technology across its operations and products. The company is automating invoice management using AI to read PDF invoices and extract accounting data.

While bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment may not always grab headlines, innovation in this space is quietly but powerfully transforming utility operations. Today’s top aerial lift advancements don’t just improve safety—they drive productivity, reduce maintenance costs, and cut fuel usage, all of which directly lift a utility company’s bottom line.

UV exposure puts equipment operators at risk. This May, take action to protect your team from preventable skin cancers. Each year, an estimated 3,000 new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed among workers in construction-related fields, a number projected to double by 2060 without greater prevention efforts.

When it comes to tree care, misinformation can lead to poor practices that compromise the health and longevity of your trees. Here, we will closely examine some common myths surrounding tree care and the facts that set the record straight.

Did you know that a select group of Cast Members are the quiet guardians of thousands of trees found across The Most Magical Place on Earth? More than just tree trimmers, many call arborists the unsung heroes of landscaping. These arborists are entrusted with the overall health and longevity of our beautiful trees that provide shade across 30,000 acres of property.

WireCo launches rotation-resistant rope for mobile cranes and tower cranes. Kansas, USA-headquartered manufacturer of steel and synthetic rope WireCo has launched a rotation-resistant compacted rope for small and medium-sized mobile cranes and tower cranes. The new rope is called Oliveira Durascend and is available in diameters ranging from 8mm to 19mm.

Safety professionals understand how critical training programs are to keeping workers safe. Unfortunately, accidents happen every day. In 2023, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics received reports of 5,283 fatalities. In 2024, businesses reported 5,292 severe injuries and 4,271 hospitalizations to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Eddy Kitchen offers insight on the usage and operation of the highly specialized hydraulic strand jack. The hydraulic strand jack is a highly specialized yet adaptable tool within the heavy lifting industry, capable of being configured for a wide range of loads, geometric lift points and operational requirements.

With technological advancements come construction demands for data centers — and your construction business may have been called to work on a data center-related project. The rise in AI platforms and an ongoing need for consistent power surely have something to do with it.

Tyre manufacturer Michelin is adding a new size to its X-Crane 2 range. The 445/95 R25 has a new load and speed index rating of 178F. This allows the crane to carry a heavier load at higher speed. Its predecessor, the X-Crane+, was rated at 174F.

Controlled insurance programs (CIPs) offer a unified risk management solution for large-scale construction projects, helping reduce coverage gaps, streamline claims and improve project outcomes.

When it comes to outrigger pads, not just any pad will do. Before choosing outrigger pads for a particular job, it’s important to understand the strength and stiffness of the supporting materials and how they interact with the variables of different job sites.

Meet Adam Foldesi, a dedicated Horticulturist and Board-Certified Master Arborist with the National Park Service. In this profile, we explore the unique and vital role arborists play in preserving the natural and historical landscapes within our national parks.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a solo operator or part of a large crew, every job starts with a customer conversation. Don’t dread the conversation—it’s the only way to learn exactly what the customer wants. It’s also the best time to share your thoughts on the impact of the work and answer any questions about what you recommend.

Concrete pump trucks generate extremely high ground-bearing pressures, a challenge we’ve discussed before. This underscores the importance of knowing your numbers so that you can select pads or dunnage with the appropriate strength and stiffness to effectively distribute the load.

The port has increased its total to 26 ship-to-shore cranes positioned in deep water, enabling it to handle the largest container ships currently navigating the Atlantic Ocean trade

Generative AI has arrived, and it’s transforming virtually every business, including utility fleet management. Using the power of AI, utility fleets are finding new ways to improve safety, minimize downtime, lower emissions, and reduce fuel costs.