Using backhoes and excavators on sites to lift and place heavy construction materials saves time and money, but doing the job safely demands special care. “A variety of concerns come into play,” says ...

Rud lifting equipment is used across a wide range of working environments from offshore, heavy-duty engineering and handling, rail, military, manufacturing and construction. Its products have working ...

It’s not uncommon for earthmovers to occasionally be tasked with lifting and placing heavy loads, such as pipe or trench boxes, on a project. Yet, each lift requires careful planning to ensure the ...

Vita Load Navigator 2.0 (VLN 2.0) helps manage complex lifting loads with greater precision than the predecessor. The semi-autonomous propulsion-driven device connects below the hook of the crane and ...

A round up of alternative lifts and news from around the world. Niamh Marriott reports. Alternative lifting solutions use specialized equipment and techniques to move heavy loads in situations where ...

Manitowoc Inc. (NYSE:MTW) designs and manufactures cranes and industrial lifting equipment, serving construction, ...

Several components make up an effective yet safe rigging system. One slight mistake could spell disaster, resulting in the loss of an expensive load, lifting equipment, or even the life of a crew ...

Industrial lifting covers a multitude of lifting and hoisting applications. Here we look at notable case studies and products on the market. CHRISTIAN SHELTON reports Smooth operation is key to many ...

TASK: Given a heavy object, the rescue team shall lift, move and stabilize the object utilizing only cribbing blocks, wood timbers, and 60-inch pry bars. This University of Extrication column is Part ...

Explore mobile crane trends in 2026, from high-capacity lifting and smart technology to faster setup times and improved ...

Our series on lifting heavy loads continues with this look at high-pressure rescue airbag operations. Regardless of what brand of airbag system your department has, there are certain principles of ...