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Happy Birthday to American Cranes & Transport. In June 2005, the first issue of ACT was published. And then we blinked, and now it’s 2025.

I am a big believer in celebrating anniversaries and birthdays, and I love the process of reflecting on how we got to where we are. As a part of this, I asked KHL founder and CEO James King to look back on the early days of this magazine. Here is what he said:

“In the early 2000s – when the world was a simpler place – the North American crane and specialized transport industry was crying out for a high quality, independent magazine. Massive changes were occurring in the industry, and readers needed a magazine to bring topical, relevant and business-changing content to a rapidly growing market.

In partnership with the world’s most-influential association, SC&RA, KHL took the bold step of launching American Cranes & Transport Magazine. The industry immediately took it to their hearts and supported it with fabulous site stories, innovations and new product launches. And advertisers supported it because they knew their customers were reading it.

Now, in the digital revolution, the print magazine is still loved by readers and advertisers, but KHL has innovated with a highly popular weekly newsletter, website, data and now a daily Crane & Transport Briefing, which is fast-becoming part of the industry’s daily routine to catch up with all the news.

We couldn’t do this without a fantastic team and the tremendous support of our readers, advertisers and our partner, SC&RA. Many thanks to all of you for your great support. We will continue to invest in the best possible information to help you run your businesses safely, efficiently and above all, profitably, whilst entertaining you in the process.”

For a further walk down memory lane, we talked to Joel Dandrea and Trevor Pease, who offered up their recollections about starting ACT and how the partnership between SC&RA and KHL Group has evolved. See our Perspective: ACT 20th Anniversary article to get the backstory.

The highlight of the June issue is the ACT100, which recorded the largest ACT index ever. The ACT100 added a major player this year: Bay Crane Companies. To mark this milestone, (I’ve been trying to get them on the list for 19 years), Bay Crane President and CEO Kenneth Bernardo is the subject of our Q&A. It’s a must read.

We also cover LMI/RCL and related technologies, infrastructure jobs and used cranes. There’s also a review of the SC&RA Annual Conference and a site report in Canada.

And since it’s our birthday, now is a good time to get in touch and tell us what’s going on with your company!

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ACT presents a photo diary showcasing the highlights of the 2025

Conference.

14 INTERVIEW

Kenneth Bernardo and his team are leading Bay Crane Companies into a new era of growth. D.Ann Shiffler reports.

17 REVIEW

International

Editor Alex Dahm offers a global wrap-up of Bauma 2025, from the crane and transport sector perspective. 23 RIGGING

MATTERS

A roundup of advancing technologies that assist crane operations – assuring the weight and visibility of the load. 45

From record-setting bridge spans to refinery lifts, ACT’s roundup of infrastructure projects showcase expertise in action.

26 PERSPECTIVE

ANNIVERSARY

SC&RA and KHL Group have proven that when trust and teamwork lead the way, great things happen. Hannah Sundermeyer and D.Ann Shiffler report.

33 ACT100

43 ACT100 20TH ANNIVERSARY

MARKETPLACE

The

The ACT100 made gains in every category in 2024, and the ACT Index eclipsed 3.4 million tons.

After 20 years, the ACT100 reveals the solid resiliency of the crane and rigging sector. D.Ann Shiffler reports.

53 INDUSTRY FOCUS USED CRANE AUCTIONS

Jeff Martin Auctioneers’ Bryan Carr discusses selling used cranes in 2025.

59 SITE REPORT TRANSPORT

Transport Bellemare International transported a huge cooler to a plant in Bécancour, Quebec.

Joel Dandrea reflects on two decades of progress, partnership and purposeful publishing between SC&RA and KHL Group.

62 SC&RA NEWS

Targeted advocacy gains traction across transportation priorities at SC&RA.

65 RISK MANAGEMENT

Laura Schoefer and Brett Woodis discuss avoiding the pitfalls of potential gaps in insurance coverage.

NCSG rebrands as Barnhart

Barnhart Crane and Rigging has officially rebranded Canadian company NCSG as Barnhart, marking a major milestone following its acquisition in June 2024. The rebrand takes effect immediately and brings Barnhart’s name to eight branches across Western Canada.

The locations span key energy hubs in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan, including Edmonton, Bonnyville, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, Terrace and Regina. Collectively, the branches employ approximately 400 professionals serving industries such as oil and gas, mining, utilities, forestry and wind energy.

“The purchase of NCSG marked Barnhart’s first international acquisition and is the company’s largest single acquisition to date,” said David Webster, president, Barnhart Crane and Rigging. “While the Canadian company has

Eight Canadian branches of NCSG are now officially part of Barnhart Crane and Rigging.

Daniel Pitzer, commercial director at Liebherr, and Freddy Lund, CEO of Tenstar Simulation, seal the further co-operation.

New features added to Liebherr simulator

an impeccable reputation, rebranding as Barnhart emphasizes the access that Canadian customers have to the wide range of engineered solutions offered by one of North America’s largest crane, rigging and logistics providers.”

Groke named exclusive Comansa distributor

Tower crane rental firm Groke is expanding its presence in Canada through a new agreement with Linden Comansa America. Beginning in 2025, Groke will serve as the exclusive distributor of Comansa tower cranes in British Columbia.

The move builds on Groke’s ongoing partnership with Comansa, which began when the company started operations in British Columbia in 2022. Headquartered in Mexico and founded in 2007, Groke has supported more than 1,000 projects and now

operates one of the largest Comansa fleets in North America, with nearly 200 units ranging from 5-ton city class models to 50-ton flat tops.

“We identified a demand for modern, high-quality equipment in the tower crane rental market in British Columbia,” said Luis de Abiega, general manager, Groke British Columbia. “We are confident that our experience, combined with a strong partnership and proven equipment, will enable us to deliver the exceptional service that local contractors deserve.”

Groke and Comansa teams mark their new exclusive distribution deal in British Columbia during Bauma 2025.

Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH is expanding its digital training offerings through continued collaboration with Swedish developer Tenstar Simulation. The companies recently renewed their partnership at Bauma 2025, reinforcing their shared goal of advancing virtual crane training technology.

The mobile crane simulator, launched in 2024, allows operators to train on Liebherr machines without tying up real equipment. It replicates the operation of an LTM 1060-3.1 and now includes additional features such as crane support procedures and attachment or detachment of the hook block. The immersive setup includes three screens, VR goggles, motion-based seating and training modules in 25 languages.

“Our customers are very interested in the simulator,” said Julian Rapp, product manager, Liebherr. “At Bauma, we noticed an enormous rush for our simulator. Customers were enthusiastic and surprised at how far development has already progressed.”

Freddy Lund, CEO of Tenstar Simulation, said the long-term vision is to create “a simulated crane world with Liebherr and various other crane models.”

ALL boosts heavy-haul skills with HighwayMAX

The ALL Family of Companies is investing in the future of its heavy-haul operations by training more drivers on the use of its Faymonville HighwayMAX trailers. Earlier this month, the company hosted an allday training session near its Cleveland, OH headquarters, bringing together a dozen drivers from branches across Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Indiana and Illinois.

The HighwayMAX is a nine-axle, extendable highway trailer designed for extreme loads, offering a legal payload of up to 170,000 pounds (249,000-pound technical payload). Its hydraulically steered pendle-axles provide

maneuverability in tight spaces, with the ability to adjust axle spacing up to 22.5 feet between three-axle groups. Each axle can steer independently up to 60 degrees and can also be lifted as needed.

To lead the session, ALL brought in Shannon Richardson, U.S. representative for Faymonville from Hale Trailer. The training began with a deep dive into Faymonville’s onboard software, the Faymonville Analytical Loading Capacity Organizer (Falco), which enables operators to simulate different load scenarios.

The tool mirrors ALL’s 3D lift planning software for

cranes, allowing teams to virtually plan and test load configurations before a move. Drivers then transitioned to hands-on training, learning how the HighwayMAX differs from traditional heavy-haul equipment. n

Mammoet adds Cometto Eco500 transporters to fleet

Mammoet has expanded its electric-powered transport fleet with the addition of two Eco500 units from Cometto. The compact, self-propelled vehicles are designed for use in confined spaces and emissionsensitive environments, such as indoor facilities or densely built industrial sites.

The Eco500 features an integrated power pack and Cometto’s patented pendulum suspension, allowing it to maneuver heavy loads in areas where traditional trailers are too large. The transporter can be configured with two, three or four axles, or combined into setups with capacities ranging from 67 to 274 tonnes. It includes a lifting system for jacking loads and is operated via remote control.

“We continually strive to make heavy lift and transport projects safer, efficient and

more sustainable for our customers,” said Ludo Mous, global asset director SPMT, Mammoet. “This is made possible by us developing and investing in new and innovative technologies. The Eco500 is compact, electric and its lifting system is the same as existing transport equipment – making it a great addition to our fleet.” n

n North Toronto Auction and Jardine Auctioneers have joined the Euro Auctions Group, which strategically cements Euro Auctions’ presence in Canada. Euro Auctions, from Dromore, Northern Ireland, is one of the world’s leading auction houses specializing in heavy construction plant, commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery and industrial equipment.

n MEI

rebranded as MEI Industrial Solutions, marking a significant milestone in the company’s national growth and evolution. The updated name reflects its broader capabilities across industrial sectors and a more expansive presence in the U.S. market.

Lifting and heavy transport specialists Fagioli, based in Italy, and Denzai, based in Japan, have signed an agreement to collaborate on projects around the world. The deal will enable both companies to jointly pursue project opportunities while strategically sharing equipment, expertise and other operational resources to enhance efficiency and expand global service capabilities.

Faymonville has been expanding its footprint in North America, opening a new manufacturing facility in Arkansas last year.

The new Eco500 units will help Mammoet carry out low-noise, emission-free transport in confined and indoor environments.

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Engineered Rigging adds Enerpac JS250

Engineered Rigging has expanded its equipment offerings with the addition of an Enerpac JS250 Jack-Up System, a multi-point, fully automated lifting system capable of raising, lowering, and holding loads up to 1,100 tons. The Valparaiso, IN-based company says the new equipment will enhance its ability to support a broader range of heavy lifting projects while maintaining a focus on safety and operational control.

“Engineered Rigging continually invests in cuttingedge technology to provide our clients with the most effective

and reliable solutions on the market, enabling their teams to self-perform heavy lifting operations,” said Mike Beres, vice president, Engineered Rigging. “Adding the Enerpac JS250 Jack-Up System to our fleet has expanded the scope of projects we can support.”

Each of the system’s jack-up units has a lifting capacity of 275 tons and can elevate loads from under 5 feet to nearly 33 feet. The setup is typically used with four units placed under each corner of a load. As the system lifts incrementally, mechanical barrels are inserted to hold the load at fixed intervals.

The JS250 is well-suited to a variety of applications including bridge construction, modular building projects, industrial maintenance, machinery moves, structural leveling and load transfers.

n Father McDermott stopped by the Philadelphia, PA-based Sautter Crane Rental, Inc. shop to bless the company’s new 65-ton Tadano picker.

n Stellar Industries, a manufacturer of mechanic and service trucks, service cranes, service truck and van accessories, tire trucks and manipulators, hooklifts, fuel and lube trucks and trailers, is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year.

NCCCO publishes new recruitment report

Continuing its mission to provide the crane industry with tools and resources to expose, identify and recruit the next generation employees, the NCCCO Foundation published a new research report titled, “Exploring Occupations Similar to Crane Operators and Other Related Roles.”

The new report is the second research report developed in partnership with the Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) and addresses four key questions facing the crane industry including:

“Exploring Occupations Similar to Crane Operators and Other Related Roles” is the latest report published by the NCCCO Foundation.

■ What occupations are best positioned to transition to the crane industry?

■ What occupations employ people with the skills, personal characteristics, and ability to work in similar environments that would allow them to be successful in the crane industry? What occupations perform similar tasks compared to workers in the crane industry?

■ How can knowledge of the occupations similar to those in the crane industry be used to (a) improve recruitment, (b) facilitate

New SC&R Foundation Ambassadors

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation's Workforce Ambassador Program recently announced its 2025 Workforce Ambassador award winners. These companies are recognized for their commitment to workforce development,

education, and community engagement and they are helping shape the future of the crane, rigging and specialized transportation industry across the nation.

The 2025 Workforce Ambassador Award winners are:

■ Small Company Category: McNally-Nimergood, Saginaw, Michigan

■ Medium Company Category: Ideal Crane Rental, Madison, Wisconsin

■ Large Company Category: Deep South Crane & Rigging,

outreach and (c) enhance career development?

“Research like this has never been undertaken for the crane industry. It provides insights and answers that are both interesting and applicable,” said T.J. Cantwell, executive director, NCCCO Foundation. “We are excited about how the crane industry will be able to use this report to inform new places and roles they can look for potential quality candidates.”

The research report is available to download for free on the NCCCO Foundation website. n

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■ OEM/Allied Category: Manitowoc Cranes, Shady Grove, Pennsylvania

Look for more information about these companies in the July issue of ACT

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Tadano mobile cranes are filled with technology and innovations that are designed to make your lifts faster and easier. Innovations like IC-1 Remote that gives you access to crane operating data and Surround View that significantly makes it easier to find the optimal crane position. These features are more than talking points to us, they are part of our DNA.

Say cheese!

The 2025 SC&RA Annual Conference, held April 21–25 at the Arizona Biltmore, lived up to its promise of being a premier gathering for the specialized transportation and lifting industry. With a record turnout, a vibrant Exhibit Center featuring 88 exhibitors and a thoughtfully curated agenda, the event delivered on its goal of offering valuable networking, critical industry insights and well-deserved recognition of member achievements.

The week kicked off with a focus on high-impact learning. Sessions featured a diverse lineup of speakers, including political journalist David Wasserman, who unpacked the post-election landscape, and industry experts who tackled pressing topics like contract management and the strategic use of camera technology. The schedule also included inspiring keynote presentations, such as former UFC fighter Justin Wren’s powerful story of resilience, retired Colonel Martha McSally’s insights on leadership and Leon Logothetis’ session on kindness as a driver of culture change.

Networking highlights

The conference wasn’t all work, though. Attendees had the chance to unwind and connect over activities like the annual golf tournament, a mezcal tasting and a guided tour of the historic Arizona Biltmore. The >12

ACT presents a photo diary showcasing the highlights of the 2025 SC&RA Annual Conference in Arizona.

Veteran journalist David Wasserman presented a deep dive into the postelection political landscape, to a packed house.

Retired Colonel Martha McSally inspired attendees with her presentation “Dare to Fly.”

Gary Lane provided a company update at Wednesday morning’s Link-Belt Breakfast.

The WrightPlan Incorporated team enjoying the networking opportunities.

Teams showed up in style for the annual golf tournament.

Jen Feuquay and DICA’s Kelly Koberg took a moment to catch up.

Author and TV host Leon Logothetis closed out the week with a session on leading with kindness.

Viva Las Vegas fundraiser on Thursday night capped the week in style, raising essential funds for the SC&RF’s workforce development programs.

The Exhibit Center remained a cornerstone of the event, showcasing

The Exhibit Center featured 88 companies and plenty of face-to-face networking.

The Viva Las Vegas fundraiser featured SC&RA’s very own Kerry Koberg, Eddy Kitchen and Alvaro Rodriguez.

the latest innovations in equipment, technology and services. Attendees praised the opportunity to meet face-to-face with vendors.

Honoring excellence

Of course, no SC&RA Annual Conference would be complete without the recognition of excellence in the field. Along with the Safety Awards, the Job of the Year awards honored some of the most complex and innovative projects in the industry, which ACT will be continuing to

competition.

Outgoing president J Rozum presented incoming president Jim Sever with the ceremonial gavel at the Closing Night event.

Two panels of judges enjoyed an impressive roundup of rigging, hauling and moving jobs for this

cover in the coming months. With its blend of education, inspiration and connection, the 2025 SC&RA Annual Conference was a resounding success. Attendees left equipped with fresh insights and ready to take on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in the year ahead. n

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Kenneth Bernardo and his team are leading Bay Crane Companies into a new era of growth.

D.Ann Shiffler reports.

Bay Crane is deeply rooted in the history of New York City. Founded in 1939, the company was started by Frank Bernardo and Charles Smith, the paternal and maternal grandfathers of Kenneth Bernardo, president and CEO of Bay Crane Companies.

Now in its 86th year of operation, Bay Crane Companies has been amid a strategic expansion that has taken the company beyond the New York City region.

“The company ventured beyond New York during the financial crisis of 2008, setting up operations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey and Connecticut,” said Bernardo, who got his start with the family business in 1986, painting cranes. “Beginning in 2021, we made significant strides into the Midwest.”

Since embarking on an aggressive growth strategy, Bay Crane Companies has acquired and fully integrated nine companies, grown to 24 locations and almost tripled the size of the company.

“This expansion was driven by a desire to better diversify our business

Strategic

mix given uncertainty in the Northeast post-COVID, along with promising opportunities that we identified in the Midwest,” Bernardo said.

Through the years, American Cranes & Transport has reported on jobs performed by Bay Crane several times. The magazine has covered the company’s expansion, as well. But in its 20-year existence, Bay Crane has never been on the ACT100 list of top crane-owning companies. Until 2025.

At the end of 2024, Bernardo let me know that he planned to start participating in our top lists, namely the ACT100. Adding Bay Crane Companies to the list gave our ACT index a healthy boost and heightened credibility. See the ACT100 on page 33.

Through the years, I’ve gotten to know Bernardo at various tradeshows and SC&RA events. He is an esteemed businessman in the crane sector and his perspective is respected. So, in anticipation of Bay Crane Companies appearing on the ACT100, I asked him if he would participate in our Q&A. And low and behold, he said yes. I think you will find his answers to our questions thoughtful and interesting. Bay Crane Companies is definitely on the rise in the crane sector.

WHAT LED TO BAY CRANE’S EXPANSION INTO THE MIDWEST AND ITS ACQUISITION OF SEVERAL LEGACY CRANE COMPANIES?

As we exited the COVID pandemic period we felt uncertain of the direction of construction in the Northeast. Fortunately, our greatest fears proved not to be true, and the Northeast has remained a very robust market for us.

There are many characteristics about the Midwest region that we found very appealing, including the strong union presence and growing base of industrial customers. We were able to identify several incredible legacy companies with long histories and solid reputations in their markets that found the concept of joining Bay Crane to be a very appealing solution for their succession and estate planning challenges.

These companies have all brought with them a tremendous amount of very talented and experienced people that have fit well with our corporate culture. In all cases, once we integrate these companies into our organizations – with the addition of additional equipment, leadership, safety programs, technical experience and support – we have been able to re-invigorate their growth trajectory. This has proved to be an incredibly successful expansion strategy and has resulted in consistently strong double-digit growth for these companies in the years following our acquisition – often more than doubling or tripling the size of the original operations.

DO YOU ANTICIPATE FURTHER GROWTH IN TERMS OF MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS?

We always look to maintain a balanced approach of organic and acquisition growth, so yes, we are planning to

My favorite project is the one where everyone gets home to their families safe.

KENNETH BERNARDO, President and CEO, Bay Crane Companies

expansion

continue this selective growth strategy and look forward to many more successful transactions in the years ahead. We believe Bay Crane is a unique company for both people looking to sell their company and for their teams of people looking to build their careers. Bay Crane offers the capabilities and professionalism of a large company with the appealing culture of a privately owned business. We have a very consistent and proven track record of integrating these family-owned businesses and significantly enhancing the services, teams, equipment and capabilities and, most importantly, seamlessly blending the corporate cultures. We look forward to continuing this growth.

THIS IS THE FIRST YEAR THAT BAY CRANE HAS BEEN ON THE ACT100, RANKED AS THE FIFTH LARGEST CRANE COMPANY IN NORTH AMERICA. WHAT LED TO THIS DECISION?

Although we have a long history in the NE region, Bay Crane is a relative newcomer to many of the markets in which we operate and the customers we serve. We felt it was important that they be able to understand where in the industry we compared in terms of our competitive position and our capabilities.

HOW DO YOU CHARACTERIZE BAY CRANE’S FLEET AND SCOPE OF SERVICES?

Bay Crane has focused on being a fullservice lifting solution for our customers. As a result, we maintain a diverse fleet of the highest quality brands and own one of the largest selections of cranes, specialized heavy hauling and transportation tools, as well a tremendous selection of specialized and custom rigging equipment.

WHAT ARE THE JOBS THAT YOU ALL ARE BEST SUITED TO PERFORM?

I think we do a great job for our customers no matter what the job size or scope. We provide the best service solution for everyone from the small independent mechanical contractor to some of the largest industrial customers in the world. Whether you need one crane and operator for a day or hundreds of cranes with a team of qualified operators and riggers, we believe we offer the best alternative.

Bay Crane Companies has evolved from a predominantly New York City-area crane company to a diversified entity that offers full service lifting, rigging and specialized transportation in the northeastern and midwestern U.S.

WHAT DISTINGUISHES BAY CRANE IN THE MARKETS IT SERVES?

Bay Crane is one of the premier lifting solutions companies, providing a comprehensive slate of lifting services, including cranes with or without operators, rigging services, specialized transportation services, storage and equipment and services for moving oversized and heavy equipment and machinery.

We are constantly working to expand our capabilities and be a leader in all our markets when it comes to lifting and specialized hauling solutions. We provide our local managers the tools and resources to operate independently, and we have built an incredible team to support our operations in all aspects of the business – including engineering, fleet management, safety training and programs, permitting and many other critical areas. Brian Gibson is a critical partner and leader on our Bay Crane team.

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PROJECT OR LIFT FROM YOUR TIME IN THE INDUSTRY THAT STANDS OUT?

My favorite project is the one where everyone gets home to their families safe. Having said that, some of my more memorable ones are performed by our specialized projects group. This group performs some incredible jobs each year including moving the Space Shuttle Enterprise; the British Airlines Concord G-BOAD; installation of an 850,000 pound overhead crane as well as countless Accelerated Bridge Construction projects would be some of our favorites.

IT’S OUR UNDERSTANDING THE CRANE RENTAL MARKET IS VERY COMPETITIVE. WHAT’S YOUR TAKE?

Crane rental rates have historically lagged far behind the inflation we have seen in the cost of new cranes, in wages, in construction materials, in rental rates for other equipment and generally throughout the economy. The crane service industry remains highly fragmented, and this lack of discipline and fiduciary responsibility can lead to pricing that does not keep up with inflation.

WHERE DO YOU SEE BAY CRANE IN THE NEXT FIVE TO TEN YEARS?

Bay Crane plans to continue to grow and expand. We have a long runway available for growth in the United States that I feel we have barely begun our journey.

YOU’VE BEEN IN THE CRANE INDUSTRY A LONG TIME. WHAT KEEPS YOU ENGAGED?

I am very lucky to really enjoy what I do – I have a tremendous passion and energy for the company. I spend almost 200 days on the road meeting with our employees and customers, and it gives me great satisfaction and energy to spend time meeting with people, hearing their stories and history and helping them grow and be successful in their careers, either as part of Bay Crane or as one of our valued customers.

The business and the projects are both demanding and exciting, but watching it all come together and knowing you are working together to build an incredible focused and talented team that share that same passion and energy keeps me excited and driven to continue this growth path we are on. n

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International Cranes and Specialized Transport

editor Alex Dahm offers a global wrap-up of Bauma 2025, from the crane and transport sector perspective.

Around 600,000 visitors from more than 200 countries enjoyed the sunshine in Munich, Germany in early April for the Bauma 2025 construction industry trade show.

The world’s biggest trade show was held during a week dominated by talk of trade tariffs, but exhibitors and industry leaders reported a positive atmosphere and said the show could provide real stimulus to the equipment industry.

Erich Sennebogen, Sennebogen managing director, said Bauma had shown a “strong heart” and an unexpected positive atmosphere.

“For this reason, Bauma can be a positive stimulus for a revival in the construction industry, as well as in the material handling sectors, both in Germany and internationally,” Sennebogen said.

Steffen Günther, a member of the board of directors at Liebherr-International, said the event was much more than just a trade fair. “It is the platform where the future of the industry is made tangible.”

Aaron Ravenscroft, Manitowoc president and CEO, said, “The show has been

fantastic. It’s always a great opportunity to spend time with folks that we have longterm relationships with.”

Toshiaki Ujiie, Tadano Group president and CEO, said, “Bauma offers the perfect stage to present our latest technologies and solutions to a global audience. It is an invaluable event that enables us to exchange ideas directly with our customers and industry experts.”

Yang Dongsheng, chairman at XCMG Machinery in China, reinforced the company’s strategy for success in Europe.

“We’re committed to being a key enabler of Europe’s sustainable, smart infrastructure future,” Dongsheng said.

Bauma organizer Messe München said there was a significant increase in visitor numbers, particularly from Brazil, Portugal, Romania, Netherlands, Turkey and Spain. The number of visitors from China also increased. Trends among many of the 3,601 exhibitors from 57 countries included digitalization, sustainability and electrification.

Crawler cranes

Tadano’s new CC 78.1250-1, a 1,250 metric ton capacity lattice boom crawler

crane, was displayed as a successor to the CC 68.1250-1. Built for heavy lifting applications, it offers improved capacity, transportability and operational performance, the manufacturer said. Going hand in hand with news of the big new CC 78.1250-1 crawler crane was the announcement at the show that one had been sold to USA-based rental giant Maxim Crane Works.

Sennebogen’s new range-topping 6203 E telescopic boom crawler crane has a capacity rating of 200 metric tons and a 78 meter maximum reach. It is the tenth telescopic boom model in the range. Its six-section pinned boom extends to 56.4 meters.

The Kobelco CKE900G-4 lattice boom crawler crane on show was sold to Carney Plant based in the UK. Longstanding New from Jekko in Italy was an interesting and different type of crane. At first glance the JCX80 is simply a >18

Tadano’s new 1,250 metric ton capacity CC 78.1250-1 crawler crane ordered by Maxim Crane Works in the USA.

PHOTOS: ALEX DAHM/KHL GROUP

Sennebogen 6203E tele boom crawler crane in the colors of Franz Bracht.

Jekko’s new JCX80 crawler crane.

small telescopic boom crawler crane. Closer inspection reveals, however, three cranes in one. As standard it is a small conventional telescopic boom crawler crane with pick and carry capability and no outriggers. In tower configuration its main boom is vertical, offering a hook height of 26.5 meters and then at 90 degrees to it is a jib giving a horizontal reach of 10.7 meters. The third mode is called pass-over. It is where the bottom part of the boom mounting can be raised, “turret up”, giving a hook height of 17.8 meters. Maximum horizontal reach is 25.2 meters. Interesting is that it can reach down, at a negative angle, by as much as 11.9 meters below the machine.

Chinese crane maker Sany’s crane displays were spread around the show ground. Electric crawler cranes, including a lattice boom model and the 100 metric ton capacity SCE1000TB-EV telescopic model with 50 meter boom, were grouped

Charging the 180 kW-h battery can be done by plugging the crane into a grid connection or via a 170 kW onboard generator driven from the engine, for example, when it is running on the road between jobs.

Dutch crane manufacturer Spierings showed a fully electric City Boy mobile folding crane with both eLift and eDrive. In addition to working on site from either a battery or grid power, it can travel on the road under battery-electric power.

Chinese maker XCMG claims its 60 metric ton XCA60_EV as the world’s first hybrid all-terrain crane. An in-housedeveloped electro-hydraulic hybrid system is said to cut carbon emissions by 40 %. Dutch crane and transport specialist Wagenborg took delivery of another unit.

on one stand and all were sold to Dutch and Belgian customers.

Wheeled mobile cranes

An electric and-or hybrid theme dominated the new wheeled mobile cranes on display.

Brand new from Liebherr was the 150 metric ton capacity five axle LTM 11505.4E wheeled mobile telescopic crane with hybrid electric and diesel drive. It carries a battery, boxed on the rear of the crane, to allow untethered movement and can also be plugged in via a cable to the electricity grid on site to charge the battery and for full power operation.

Grove’s brand new 150 metric ton capacity plug-in hybrid all-terrain crane is on a five-axle carrier. There are two versions: GMK5150L-1e with 60 meter boom and GMK5150XLe with 68.7 meters. As much as a full day (five hours) of emissions-free lifting is possible, the manufacturer said. It has a fully electric upper works for crane operation and the loads charts are the same as for the diesel versions.

Also highlighted at Bauma was the 80 metric ton XCMG XCA80G7-1E. It offers a 60 meter boom and a dual-hook co-ordination function for urban projects. The 250 metric ton capacity XCA250G7-1E all-terrain has remote-control operation for single-operator efficiency and a 76 meter boom. The new three axle Liebherr LTM 1055-3.3 wheeled mobile telescopic crane with 40 meter boom replaces the LTM 1055-3.2 from 2001. Designed for high performance with maximum flexibility, the new 55 metric tonner has an unconventional axle arrangement with two of the three towards the front, separated from the rear one by a wider spacing. This allows 9 metric tons of ballast to be carried, towards the front, while maintaining 12 metric tons per axle. That is 80 per cent of the maximum counterweight.

Without any onboard ballast it weighs just 26 metric tons, or just under 9 metric tons per axle. In Germany a long-term national permit is available allowing

The new Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E hybrid all-terrain crane with onboard battery.

Grove’s new 150 metric ton capacity hybrid all-terrain crane is available in two versions, with 60 or 68.7 meter boom.

Tadano has already rebranded the Valla and PM cranes it acquired with Manitex.

Link-Belt’s good looking cab styling.

Trailer to carry counterweight behind the Liebherr LTM 1055-3.3,

unrestricted road travel. That similarly applies if towing a trailer so all 11 metric tons of counterweight can be carried on that trailer. On site the crane can be set up and all the counterweight can be lifted on in one go.

Since its completion of the takeover of Manitex, Tadano has already rebranded its newly acquired brands, including Valla (pictured) and the PM articulating cranes. On show from U.S. manufacturer LinkBelt was the 120|HTLB truck crane which offers a 60 meter reach. Its seven-section pin and latch boom has the options of two- or three-piece offsetable SmartFly jibs to extend the maximum tip height to 80.1 meters.

Tower cranes

Manitowoc displayed its 25 metric tons Potain MR 309 luffing jib tower crane for the first time. It also announced its largest Potain luffer yet for the European and North American markets.

The new 64 metric tons capacity Potain MR 819 is twice that of the existing MR 608B and MR 618 luffing jib tower cranes. Maximum boom length is 70 meters.

The brand new Stafford Tower Cranes STL.257 20 metric ton luffing jib model made its debut right in the heart of the South outside area. As standard it has a 60 meter boom. Erected on 40 meters of tower sections, the underhook height is 57.8 meters and the tip load is 3.3 metric tons. The tip load capacity can be increased to 4.0 metric tons in certain configurations. Rear swing radius is just 7.5 meters.

Zoomlion’s new 40 metric ton capacity R800-40 flat top tower crane with the round tube tower design from Wilbert was on show. It is designed to the EN14439

standard and made in China. Maximum freestanding height is 66.5 meters and the longest boom is 80 meters. It is the company’s highest capacity tower crane available in Europe.

Spanish manufacturer Saez displayed its distinctive new heavy lift flat top tower crane in the 1,100 metric ton-meter class with German rental and sales specialist BKL.

FM Gru from Italy showed top slewing and self-erecting tower cranes, including the 727 RBI-FA self erector. The new 36 metric ton capacity, 600 metric ton-meter class Liebherr 620 HC-L 18/36, is the second biggest in the luffing jib model range after the 64 metric ton 710 HC-L 32/64. The latest addition takes the range of luffers to nine models, starting with a 12 metric tons. Its maximum jib length is 65 meters, at the end of which, on the longest radius, capacity is 7.65 metric tons.

Transport

Scheuerle had a strong presence at the show. UK-based heavy transport and

lifting equipment provider NXGen ordered an additional 100 axle lines of self-propelled modular transporter. The deal includes 4 and 6 axle line variants, as well as power pack units. Delivery of the first batch was scheduled for July 2025.

Japanese transport and lifting specialist contractor Denzai is adding a total of 48 lines of Goldhofer self-propelled modular transporter (SPMT) to its equipment fleet.

The deal is for eight modules of the German manufacturer’s PST-ES-E (315), each with 6-axle lines. Denzai will use the new equipment for offshore wind energy generation construction projects. Delivery is scheduled for January or February 2026. In the picture, left to right, are: Omar Jradi, Kohki Uemura, Jean-Philippe Martin, Halyna Kukoba.

Presentation of the new Cometto electric power pack unit developed as a collaboration between Scania and Cometto. It is for the MSPE self-propelled modular transporter. n

Goldhofer marking a major order from Denzai of Japan.

Stafford’s new 20 metric ton luffer.

Potain MR 309 luffing jib tower crane.

Scheuerle doing deals at Bauma.

Cometto showing its new electric power pack unit, developed in conjunction with Scania and shown in Mammoet colors.

Zoomlion R800-40 flat top tower crane with round tube mast from Wilbert.

A roundup of advancing technologies that assist crane operations -- assuring the weight and visibility of the load.

Sensing danger

Over the past two decades, technologies that make crane operations safer have advanced considerably. Sensors and scales that help assure the weight of the load are more important than ever. Anti-collision technologies also assist in maintaining a safer jobsite, and have become a mainstay in the realm of mobile and crawler cranes.

ACT presents its annual roundup of these products, provided by the individual manufacturers.

Intercomp Weighing Systems

Intercomp is the world’s largest manufacturer of portable weighing solutions driving innovation in scaling technology, according to the company. From complete wireless communication between scales, remote devices and software, to industry-leading battery life, Intercomp offers a comprehensive range of products to fit a range of weighing application. Intercomp’s range of products includes portable and in-ground scales, crane scales, indicators and test equipment. Intercomp sells American-made, in-ground and portable axle-weighing systems designed to provide essential features for multiple industries.

Intercomp’s weighing systems are used around the world in industries such as transportation, logistics, construction, energy and aggregates. These systems help customers monitor vehicle weight, comply with legal regulations, optimize payloads and reduce operational costs. Intercomp’s innovative RFX Wireless Weighing Technology enables cable-free communication between scales, remote devices and software – streamlining operations and enhancing safety. Among its range of offerings, the CS1500 Crane Scale stands out as a high-performance solution for overhead

weighing, Intercomp said. Designed for safety and efficiency, the CS1500 allows accurate suspended load measurement with ±0.1 percent reading accuracy and capacities up to 10,000 pounds. These NTEP-certified models support traceable and compliant weighing for industrial applications. Featuring RFX wireless connectivity, USB/RS232 output and a large, easy-to-read LED display, the scale enables remote operation, minimizing

risk and maximizing convenience. Longlasting D-cell batteries provide up to 500 hours of continuous use.

“For over 45 years, Intercomp has been serving the weighing and measuring industry,” the company said.

“Intercomp’s state-ofthe-art manufacturing and calibration facility is ISO 9001:2015 registered, providing complete service, support and certification for all Intercomp

Headquartered in Medina, MN, Intercomp has a global network of

Massload Wireless Tension Links

Assuring real-time feedback on a load during heavy lifting operations isn’t just a nice to have, it is critical.

“When you’re dealing with massive loads, complex lifts and potentially hazardous working conditions, accurate weight data becomes a safety issue, not just an operational convenience,” according to Massload Technologies. “But not every operation can justify the expense or complexity of a full Load Moment Indicator (LMI) or Rated Capacity Limiter (RCL) system.”

This is when Massload Technologies’ Wireless Tension Link Kits and Load Pins come in – delivering practical, real-world

Massload 2.4Ghz Wireless Tension Link Load-Cell with PC-Data Logging.

AMCS DCS 61-S

In the ever-evolving landscape of lifting operations, safety, precision and reliability are paramount. AMCS Technologies’ flagship product, the DCS 61-S (Driving Control System), is a next-generation anticollision and zoning system that goes far beyond traditional load moment indicators or rated capacity limiters. Designed for all types of cranes (tower cranes, mobile, crawlers, gantries and the like) operating in complex environments, the DCS 61-S delivers comprehensive real-time control and protection to enhance jobsite safety and efficiency.

“At its core, the DCS 61-S monitors and analyzes in real time the position and movement of each crane component as well as external parameters,” according to AMCS. “The system calculates the risks of interference or overload and actively prevents collisions or forbidden movements by slowing and stopping the crane’s operation when a dangerous situation is detected.”

The DCS 61-S offers multi-crane coordination in 3D space, managing interactions between multiple cranes simultaneously with pinpoint accuracy – even on jobsites with tight layouts or overlapping working zones. Its intuitive interface, remote diagnostics, and data logging capabilities make it a powerful tool for both crane operators and site managers.

Intercomp CS1500 LED.

load data in a simple, rugged and costeffective package.

Already integrated into crane systems across North America, Massload’s Wireless Tension Links and Load Pins are engineered for OEM partners seeking high-performance sensor components for their own safety systems – including LMI and RCL platforms.

Massload is a trusted crane OEM supplier of Tension Links and Load Pins that are made in North America; custom-built to the customer’s specs (size, capacity and output); IP67-rated enclosures for durability in extreme conditions; seamless integration with handhelds, displays and PLCs; and backed by VCAP-certified quality and engineering support.

WIKA qSCALE I2 TH

As leader in the mobile crane market for over 50 years, WIKA Mobile Control also offers the qSCALE I2 TH rated capacity indicator for telehandlers. The qSCALE I2 TH features a 4.3inch color graphic display that provides the operator with actual and allowable load, boom length, boom angle, load radius and height. The system includes a cable reel for measuring the length and angle of the boom and pressure sensors that measure the hydraulic pressure in the cylinders.

If a longitudinal load moment indicator or limiter is required, the rear axle sensor is added to measure the strain on the rear axle. The gSENS WGX sensor can be added to indicate the tilt of the chassis. The system upgrades to a rated capacity limiter by installing the cSCALE DIO module.

“One of the benefits of the system is that it reduces operator error,” according to WIKA.

Massload products are built to last, field-ready in minutes and pre-calibrated and plug-and-play; machined from highstrength aluminum; available in multiple capacities and shackle configurations; and a wireless handheld display with optional

“If the cSCALE DIO module is installed, it will send a signal when an RCL or LLML overload is triggered. This signal can be used with the motion shutdown to cut off the operator’s ability to telescope out and boom down if the limit has been reached.”

The integrated data logger tracks machine usage and helps to determine whether a machine has been misused. The data logger provides a report indicating machine productivity and any overload instances.

Calibration is done through the console without the need for additional software tools.

USB, serial receivers or PLC inputs. They are reliable tools for spotters, remote crews, or operators working in lowvisibility conditions.

“Whether you’re building the next

generation of lifting systems or upgrading a trusted fleet, Massload’s Wireless Tension Links and Load Pins give you precision where it counts – without the overhead,” according to Massload. n

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Shared vision:

For two decades, Joel Dandrea, James King and Trevor Pease have been the driving forces behind a partnership that’s as much about camaraderie as it is about business. With their respective teams, they have built a magazine that’s become the voice of an industry. And they have also built a lasting friendship along the way – one filled with friendly debates, last-minute ideas scribbled on napkins and more than a few laughs shared in cabs speeding through foreign cities.

Their infamous banter is part of what has made this partnership, and American Cranes & Transport Magazine, work. Beneath the jokes and wit lies a deep respect, a shared belief that the work they do matters, that communication is the lifeblood of an industry and that building something great takes vision and a sense of humor. Together, these teams have made ACT more than just a magazine.

On a rainy afternoon in May, D.Ann Shiffler and Hannah Sundermeyer hopped on a Teams call with Dandrea and Pease to reflect on the partnership and the history of ACT over the last 20 years. There were plenty of laughs as the duo took a trip down memory lane.

WHY IS A MAGAZINE IMPORTANT TO AN ASSOCIATION LIKE SC&RA?

DANDREA: When I interviewed with the Association’s Transition Committee 25 years ago, I was asked about top priorities for the Association. The number one priority was to immediately fly a much

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) and KHL Group have proven that when trust and teamwork lead the way, great things happen. Hannah Sundermeyer and D.Ann Shiffler report.

In celebrating the 20th anniversary of American Cranes & Transport, SC&RA CEO Joel Dandrea and KHL Group President Trevor Pease discuss the concept and evolution of the magazine.

better flag with our communications, and a magazine was a top priority. We’re a trade association, but we’re in the communications business. We can advocate, we can have great meetings, we can have great products and services. But if we don’t communicate to our members about what we are doing and what they can get out of SC&RA – benefits, services, etcetera, we’re all for naught. Our previous magazine was flat, stale and non-substantive.

One of the first priorities was to explore new opportunities. We considered producing our own magazine through a group that does a ton of trade association publications. We then looked at KHL Group, their scope of their operations and the nature of the publications they produced. It became blatantly obvious that KHL was the way to go.

To some degree, this is not just about a magazine, but it’s about a partnership. It’s much more than a magazine that goes out every month. It’s a partnership that entails active involvement and engagement in what we do, in terms of advocacy, education, networking and events. And of course, keeping a handle on the other benefits and services that that we provide. The goal is to effectively communicate everything out to members and prospects and other readers around the world.

INITIALLY, THE PARNERSHIP INVOLVED MAKING INTERNATIONAL CRANES THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF SC&RA?

PEASE: Yes. Something many people forget is that we rebranded International Cranes very quickly to International Cranes and

Specialized Transport. For SC&RA, there was a risk in taking on an international magazine when there were domestic options that had a scope that we didn’t have at that point. But SC&RA saw the bigger picture with the goal to realize that first off, we were working hard to produce a high quality business magazine for the crane and transport sector and secondly, to understand the vision that we could actually move forward and create potential for both entities.

Pivoting International Cranes to incorporate specialized transport was a risk. But it was a risk worth taking because we could see what SC&RA was doing and what they wanted to achieve. The relationship was solid from the start with a unique synergy. We became their mouthpiece domestically and internationally.

The number one priority was to fly a much better flag with our communications, and a magazine was a top priority. We’re a trade association, but we’re in the communications business.

JOEL DANDREA, CEO,

SC&RA

The story of ACT

The publishing agreement with SC&RA tipped the balance for us to establish a foothold in the U.S. We had been traveling to the states to conferences, exhibitions and client meetings, but this partnership was an opportunity to set up offices in North America. We based ourselves near SC&RA’s offices and starting working to expand the relationship with the Association and its members. About two years into the partnership, the idea of a North American magazine came up.

DANDREA: I recall meeting with James and Trevor, and we opened a discussion about North America and the fact that it’s a different market with different priorities. We envisioned a different type of editorial, journalistic content specific to the North American market. And amazingly, we were all on all on the same page very quickly.

Looking back, it’s still impressive how quickly we got that first edition in print. We had a 100 percent shared vision and agreement that it was the right thing to do. James asked some basic questions about risk, and I think we all quickly arrived at a point: Let’s do this, let’s

publish American Cranes & Transport, and we will know within six months if it’s going to roll. You guys came out of the block strong, and it has just grown and built and improved over the years. To say ACT was an immediate success, is a very accurate statement.

WHAT WERE THE EARLY CHALLENGES?

PEASE: We weren’t really worried about the risks. We already had a strong relationship with the market. Publishing American Cranes & Transport was an obvious next step. Our remit was to successfully replicate what we had done in Europe. Other than Construction Europe, KHL’s founding magazine, our first expansion was with International Cranes Expanding the agreement with a domestic magazine was the obvious next step.

My priority was ACT and focusing on making it a truly American magazine. We couldn’t be considered imposters. It couldn’t be a British magazine publishing in America with English spellings and terminologies. It had to be American in all facets. Even to the point of making sure we printed ACT in the U.S.

There were a lot of issues in terms of an article that was relevant to International Cranes and how a version of it could be relevant for ACT. It was important to assure that it wasn’t a cut and paste scenario. There were so many considerations, even the actual size of the magazine, the design, even the fonts. When you’re in the weeds with publishing, all of these things must be considered.

We developed a really strong team right off the bat, and that was a huge step forward. Being able to deliver a monthly magazine in the U.S., which importantly, remains independent, it wasn’t easy. And again, kudos to SC&RA for seeing that difference. Association magazines can be incredibly dull when you’re just preaching to its members. Independent magazines are a balance between reporting on the industry itself and reporting on the association.

HOW DO YOU KEEP THE MAGAZINE FRESH AND THE PARTNERSHIP SUCCESSFUL?

DANDREA: Integrating our key volunteer leaders and members into the process

The first issue of International Cranes and Specialized Transport was in January 2004 and the launch issue of American Cranes & Transport was in June 2005.

and listening to their input is very important. We have kept our members involved in ACT for 20 years. From the start, KHL clearly conveyed passion for the industry and demonstrated very strong publishing skills and experience. From James, Trevor and the entire KHL team, you have taken into account and listened to what members are saying. You listen and stay in the forefront of what’s going on. Stay current, relevant and keep improving.

Through the years we’ve made changes and adapted the editorial to changing needs. We can’t just do the same thing over and over or because that’s the way it was done in the past. I often look at other association magazines and see an idea that might work for ACT. KHL takes ideas and runs with them. ACT changes things up, in the look and feel and how subjects are covered. I think collectively we’ve done a very good job of not getting stale.

PEASE: I think the enduring relationship is down to a constant ability to evolve. Whilst we are celebrating 20 years of ACT, our partnership has expanded greatly. We’ve published coffee table books, which were huge projects celebrating SC&RA’s milestones. We partner on events worldwide, and on Tower Cranes North America, we produce and deliver this event together. This is a relationship that doesn’t rest. We are always looking for the next driver. Last year we launched Crane

& Transport Briefing, which brings us another avenue to communicate in an evolving market.

Another key to our success, is that both formally and informally, James, Joel and I can sit down and chat about the industry. This reminds me of when we all sat down at our booth at ConExpo several years ago to discuss Joel’s early concept of the Lift & Move project. We were able to move quickly, and those first in-person events were hugely successful and achieved the goals set. While things changed due to the pandemic, Lift and Move is still part of the Foundation. And workforce development is a huge conversation in our industry.

DANDREA: Much of the success of the magazines, events and our partnership is KHL’s active involvement in SC&RA. KHL is not sitting back in an office, collecting press releases and conducting telephone interviews. Your team is actively participating first hand, engaging in education, advocacy and networking. The reality is the KHL team has built very effective relationships with our members around the world.

And while it’s not perfect by any stretch, when I look back at 20 years of the commemorative books and the progress of the publications, and when I tell CEOs or other top folks from other trade associations that we publish two monthly magazines and related media that reach over 50,000 international companies on a monthly basis and a domestic or North American magazine that reaches over 30,000 companies monthly, they’re amazed that we’re able to manage such a communications initiative and partnership with the scope and reach we’ve established.

This is a relationship that doesn’t rest.

We are always looking for the next driver.

TREVOR PEASE, President and COO, KHL Group

KHL AND SC&RA HAVE NAVIGATED SOME TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES AND A GLOBAL PANDEMIC. HOW DID YOU DO IT?

PEASE: There certainly isn’t an exact science, I can tell you that. But you have to get the basics right, and the basic business model that KHL has employed across its portfolio of magazines is threefold. First and foremost, it’s high-

quality journalism – produce the kind of business information for your industry that resonates in good times and bad. That will raise you above all the chatter that exists these days in all forms of media. You also need a strong readership, and you can see where this is going, because aligning yourself with an association like SC&RA gives you that kind of readership

In partnership with the most-influential association, SC&RA, KHL took the bold step of launching ACT. The industry immediately took it to their hearts and supported it with fabulous site stories, innovations and new product launches.

JAMES KING, CEO, KHL

Group

instantly. Then you employ a world-class commercial team, and if you get that right, you have what it takes to keep all the balls in the air during lean times.

It’s very easy to cut corners in publishing, especially during difficult times. But you’ve got to stick to it, and you’ve got to take a long-term view. And you’ve got to make sure that you align yourself with industry leaders. And that for us, in our crane and transport silo, was and is SC&RA.

DANDREA: When times get really tough, if you chop back your marketing and communications, it will take you three times as long to regain your pace as it would if you just pull in the reins and do it right and stay on course. With the pandemic, we had to adapt quickly. We had to make changes with live events, but we were also one of the first associations that got back to live events. We took some risks and jumped back in. And even though our numbers were down during those first few live events, we still had strong support from members and sponsors. We snapped back to normal numbers really quickly.

We reduced expenses, cut travel and did all the things we needed to do to get through the pandemic and bounce back. We froze salaries and did a lot of other things to enable us to keep our team in place. When you start reducing staff for the short term in a reactionary mode, and then things bounce back, the continuity that you lose and the amount of money that you spend on rehiring and retraining, it’s far more expensive. The board made an exceptional decision in keeping people in place.

SOME TRADE MAGAZINES JUST QUIT PUBLISHING DURING THE PANDEMIC?

PEASE: That is true. It was a very difficult time, and we saw significant cuts in

advertising revenue. But it’s worth noting that of all the KHL brands, ACT remained the most resilient.

DANDREA: We quickly made an appeal to the federal government saying that this industry must continue daily operations because we’re building hospitals, roads, bridges and airports, and we are moving goods that if are critical to get from one place to another. If we shut this industry down, we’re going to shut the economy down, literally speaking. It took one day for us to get the critical and essential designation from the federal government to continue operations during the pandemic. That was absolutely huge, a monumental decision that we did not take lightly. While other industries were being forced to shut down or really slow down, we were able to continue.

THINKING AHEAD TO 10 YEARS FROM NOW, WILL THERE BE A MAGAZINE THAT YOU CAN HOLD IN YOUR HAND?

PEASE: Ten years is a long time in media. We are constantly evolving to meet market needs. We are now focused on tech stacks, audience engagement and consumer habits – they’re all a significant part of our daily process in media. But we firmly believe that certainly in the next decade, print will remain not just viable, but important. You can go back pretty much 100 years in media and see that television was apparently going to consume radio, but it didn’t. And now streaming is going to consume television, and while there is obviously attrition, television will not disappear.

The advent of the internet and everything that it did to media, there are still genuine questions. A daily newspaper prints yesterday’s news at best and there has been significant attrition in that arena. Good business-to-

business magazines can survive. It goes back to the basics, if you publish good quality, pertinent, best business practice information about the industry you serve, you will remain relevant.

DANDREA: As long as you guys have to deal with me, you’re going to publish and produce a paper magazine. I think we all agreed that there still is a strong faction of individuals who would rather pick up a magazine and paper or a book than read everything online. The things that KHL has done to compliment paper, it’s all good. But there are still people who don’t want to read on the computer all day. We will distribute our content in any way the industry wants and that is conferences. exhibitions, newsletters, briefings, webinars and magazines. And they’re all relevant in today’s media landscape, and long may that continue.

WE’VE TALKED ABOUT THE PAST AND WE’VE TOUCHED ON THE FUTURE. WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO SAY IN LIGHT OF THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ACT?

PEASE: We just signed an updated agreement between KHL and SC&RA. It’s been 20 years, but it feels like it’s only the beginning. That sounds like a cliche, but it is really true.

DANDREA: We blinked and 20 years flew by. This industry gets in your blood and the reality is we are all competitive by nature and committed to what we’re doing and who we’re serving. Anyone who is doing something that they don’t enjoy, and if they are not committed or convicted, should go do something else. We grind but enjoy the process of serving the industry and our members and making a difference Go sit in the Job of the Year competitions. These people are having fun, engineering and executing masterful mega challenges all over the world, Watching those presentations, you see passion, competition, conviction and commitment. If you have all this, the probability is you’re going to succeed and have some fun along the way.

Again, it’s not just a magazine, it’s a partnership. We have lots of spirited discussions and fun, and we push each other in different ways. But it’s always for the ultimate good of the SC&RA member. I tip my hat to James and Trevor and the entire KHL and SC&RA team for all the collective contributions that enable us to move forward with purpose and results. Happy Anniversary. n

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Bay Crane were founded in 1939 to meet the needs of lifting requirements in New York. With over 80 years of experience, we’ve grown steadily and have become a leader in the crane rental, specialized transportation, and construction industries throughout the United States. Today we are a world class company with a vast fleet of equipment, a superior and attentive staff, and a recognized reputation for excellent service in the industry.

20 years strong!

Creating a list of North America’s top crane-owning companies was a priority for American Cranes & Transport from the very beginning. The idea for the ACT50 (and later the ACT100) was conceived when the magazine started with the launch issue in June 2005. In the July 2005 issue, ACT published the precursor to the ACT50, which was compiled using the North American companies from the IC50, the global crane top list from our sister magazine, International Cranes and Specialized Transport. Who do you think was first on that first list? If you guessed Maxim Crane Works, you were right. See page 43 for some interesting ACT100 trivia over the past 20 years.

The 2025 ACT100 added 302,266 tons of capacity for a record ACT index of 3,417,097. In 2024 the ACT Index was

3,114,831. In 2023, the ACT100 index grew 500,000 tons in capacity, erasing the retraction in the index in 2022. For comparison, the ACT100 index in 2023 was 3,080,314. In 2022, it was 2,552,592 and in 2021 it was 2,868,110. In 2020, the ACT100 index was 2,778,193.

Suffice it to say, the ACT100 index has settled firmly in the 3 million ton capacity range for two years straight.

Maxim Crane Works is still number one, reporting an index of 721,581, slightly down from its index of 732,241 in 2024. Maxim is not just the first company on the ACT100, but the first company by a far margin in excess of 400,000 tons. In 2025, the top 10 experienced a true shake-up. While Maxim, Bigge and ALL

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Family of Companies kept their 1, 2, 3 ranks, Barnhart Crane & Rigging jumped up to 4 and Bay Crane Companies, a newcomer to the list, anchors the Number 5 spot. Barnhart jumped up in part due to its acquisition of NCSG Crane in Canada and other acquisitions. While Bigge remained at Number 2, the company also had a big jump in its fleet size and ACT100 index.

We have been trying to get Bay Crane Companies on the list for the past 19 years. Having Bay Crane on the list is a big win, giving the ACT100 further credibility.

Buckner HeavyLift, Marmon Crane Services, Lampson International, TNT Crane & Rigging and J.F. Lomma Inc. round out the top 10. Big gainers in the top 50 this year include Barnhart, Big

Crane, Davis Crane, Dozier Crane, Legacy Equipment and Mr. Crane.

In 2025, the number of branches grew from 814 to 828. The number of employees on the ACT100 grew from 42,281 to 42,590.

In 2025, the crawler count grew to 3,481, from 3,324 in 2024, a gain of 157 units. It’s our highest crawler count ever. Mobile cranes counts grew 718 units in

2025 to 15,759, from 15,041 units in 2024. Last year the number of mobile cranes fell by nine units.

Beyond Bay Crane Companies, newcomers on the ACT100 include Crane Service Inc. at 29, CEX Crane & Lift at 40, BMS Heavy Cranes at 43, Borsheim Crane Service at 65, Continental Crane & Equipment Service at 72, Emerson Crane Rental at 92 and

North Texas Crane Service at 95.

The largest crawler crane fleet in North America is owned by Maxim Crane Works with 400 crawler cranes. Bigge follows with 396 crawlers and Lampson with 393.

The ALL Family of Companies has the largest number of mobile cranes with 1,470 units. Maxim has 1,296 mobile units and Bigge has 1,122.

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The largest crane on the ACT100 has changed for the first time in a while – Buckner HeavyLift Cranes acquired the HLCC LRC 7500 Ring Crane, which has a capacity of 7,500 tons.

The methodology

We sent surveys to close to 500 companies in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. While the ACT100 is much more comprehensive than it was when we started it 20 years ago, we realize there are probably 10 to 15 major craneowning companies not represented. Some companies do not want to share information about their fleets, and we respect their decision.

This year we were 100 percent with the ACT100. There are two ties and two companies with an asterisk, shown as an estimate.

As stated previously, in the largest crane category, different capacities may be listed for the same machine. We rely on the information supplied to us in determining these capacities as rigging variables can change the capacity of the crane.

Top 20 largest fleet size

Because the vast majority of craneowning companies are privately held, it can be difficult to obtain and verify figures, although we do approach independent industry sources for

ACT Top Lists

American Cranes & Transport presents four top lists each year. Our June issue features tthe ACT100 list of North America’s largest crane-owning companies. The August issue features the ACTTOWERCRANE50; the November/December issue includes the ACTTRANSPORT50 and the March issue features the ACTSPECIALIZED LIFTING50 assistance and use related

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that participate, wholly assuming that the information they provide is accurate and truthful to the best of their knowledge. We work to ensure the accuracy of the information provided but take no responsibility for errors or omissions. We will continue to work to make the ACT100 the most comprehensive list of crane-owning companies in North America.

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After 20 years, the ACT100 reveals the solid resiliency of the crane and rigging sector. D.Ann Shiffler reports.

A list for the ages

This month, the ACT100 top list of North America’s largest crane-owning companies celebrates its 20th anniversary.

The list started out as the ACT50 in 2005. That first list was a precursor to the actual ACT50, and was excerpted from the IC50 top list in ACT’s sister publication International Cranes and Specialized Transport. The North American companies were compiled and ranked by the IC50 Index, which was calculated by adding together the maximum lifting capacities in metric tons of all crawler and mobile cranes in a company’s fleet. It used the tonne-meter rating method. There were 25 companies on that first list.

On the first list in 2005, the top 10 companies were Maxim Crane Works, ALL Family of Companies, Lampson International, Essex Crane Rental, AmQuip Corporation, M D Moody & Sons, Guay, Laramie Enterprise Group and Crane Rental Corporation. Of those 10 companies, four are on the ACT100 list in 2025. The other six were acquired by other entities.

The first official ACT50 was published in the July issue in 2006. That list had exactly 50 companies, and 22 of

3,500,000

them are represented on the 2025 ACT100. Also in 2006, the ranking methodology was changed. From 2006 forward, the ACT100 Index is calculated by adding together the maximum lifting capacities in U.S. tons of all crawler cranes and mobile cranes in a company’s fleet. This includes jibs and other equipment that can give a crane a higher capacity.

The one constant over 20 years is that Maxim Crane Works is first on the list.

From 50 to 100

In 2007, we moved the ACT50 to the June issue, where it has where it has remained for 18 years.

In 2009, we expanded the list to the

20 YEARS ON THE ACT100:

ALL Family of Companies

Barnhart Crane & Rigging

Bigge Crane & Rigging

Bragg Companies

Buckner HeavyLift Cranes

Deep South Crane and Rigging

JJ Curran Crane

Lampson International

Maxim Crane Works

Sterett Crane & Rigging

ACT100, adding 50 companies. This was a monumental effort, and we didn’t get the 100th company until a few hours before press time.

In 2012, we started calculating the total ACT100 Index for the ACT100. That year the total ACT100 Index was 1,692,170 tons.

In the early years, the ACT100 was sort of wishy-washy, with companies reporting one year and not reporting the next. Ten companies have been on the list all 20 years.

The value of the ACT100 has increased 10-fold through the years. Private equity companies seek out our list as a way of valuating companies in which they are interested in investing. Contractors use the list as a who’s who of North America’s most transparent crane companies. Companies large and small seek to be on the ACT100 Occasionally, a company will choose to leave the list, citing various reasons for doing so.

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Powering progress

From record-setting bridge

spans to refinery lifts, ACT’s roundup of infrastructure projects showcase expertise in action.

From vital bridge installations to precision equipment moves for power generation and refinery upgrades, the specialized transport and rigging industry is essential to keeping infrastructure projects on track. These complex operations often involve extreme weights, tight clearances and live environments, and require careful

Oxbo Mega Transport Solutions completed the successful relocation of a 2.4-million-pound bridge span for the McKinley Street Grade Separation project in Corona, CA.

The project involved lifting and moving the 290-foot-long, 90-foot-wide, 61-foot-tall main span across a 50-foot-wide water channel and two sets of BNSF railway tracks.

planning, innovative engineering and flawless execution.

ACT’s project focus rounds up three standout infrastructure jobs that showcase the expertise and problemsolving capabilities of leading industry players. From Oxbo Mega Transport Solutions’ relocation of a 2.4-millionpound bridge span in California, to Superior Cranes’s record-setting haul of an 846,000-pound stator across state lines and Bay Ltd.’s precision tailing of three massive reactors inside a Montana refinery, these jobs exemplify the ingenuity and collaboration driving today’s most challenging infrastructure work.

EDITOR’S NOTE: These three projects were entered in the 2025 SC&RA Job of the Year competition.

Bridge crossing

Oxbo Mega Transport Solutions recently demonstrated its expertise in heavyhaul engineering with the successful relocation of a 2.4-million-pound bridge span for the McKinley Street Grade Separation project in Corona, CA. The project involved lifting and moving the 290-foot-long, 90-foot-wide, 61-foot-tall main span across a 50-footwide water channel

PROJECT FOCUS

and two sets of BNSF railway tracks – all within a narrow 10-hour window dictated by the railway’s operational schedule.

The project required extensive planning, close coordination and innovative problem-solving. Oxbo’s team leveraged its modular truss system, Goldhofer PST/SLE trailers and 450-ton skid gear to transport the massive structure. The crew faced the added challenge of a last-minute weight discrepancy: while initial calculations had estimated the span at 1.8 million pounds, the actual weight exceeded 2.4 million pounds. After identifying the issue during a test pick, the team quickly adapted their plans, modifying the rigging and securing a new closure date with BNSF to proceed safely.

A critical part of the operation involved bridging the Arlington Channel, which was 16 feet deep and 50 feet across. With strict environmental and structural constraints prohibiting any obstructions in the waterway, Oxbo engineers devised a solution that minimized the need for additional support structures. By transferring the south end of the span to four 450-ton skid shoes, the team reduced the number of bridges required for the crossing, successfully navigating the span across the canal and rail tracks. Throughout the move, Oxbo employed advanced monitoring systems, including dual-axis inclinometers and live-feed data collection, to ensure the bridge maintained precise alignment and never exceeded a ½-inch twist tolerance.

The stator, measuring 16 feet 6 inches tall, 20 feet wide and stretching 310 feet long including the prime mover and push truck, was one of the largest vessels ever moved from the

Once the structure was in place above the abutments, the team used climbing jacks to lower the span and complete the installation.

The project, completed in the summer of 2024, was executed without any recordable safety incidents or DOT violations – an impressive feat given the complexity and scale of the job.

Record stator haul

Superior Cranes, Inc. completed one of the most ambitious heavy-haul projects in its history, successfully transporting a

massive 846,000-pound stator from the Port of Charleston, SC, to a customer site in Charlotte, NC. The move, which spanned nearly 275 miles, showcased Superior’s meticulous planning, engineering expertise and commitment to safety.

The stator, measuring 16 feet 6 inches tall, 20 feet wide and stretching 310 feet long including the prime mover and push truck, was one of the largest vessels ever moved from the Charleston port. The complexity of the job required eight months of careful preparation, including three months of route planning, multiple on-site surveys and close collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), state and local police and an escort company.

Executing the transport required navigating a labyrinth of narrow back roads, tight turns and low-clearance bridges. In several locations, the crew had to adjust axle widths to distribute load-bearing pressures or lower the trailer to clear bridges with just an inch of overhead clearance. Superior’s 26-person team, along with support from state agencies, invested over 636 man-hours to ensure the job was executed safely and on schedule.

The equipment lineup for the move included a Kenworth C500 prime mover and push truck, a Trail King TK 500 32-axle dual-lane suspension beam trailer and four state police units providing escorts across both states.

The stator departed the port on May 19, 2024, and arrived at its destination the following day, where the Superior Cranes team assisted with the offload. The project was completed without a single recordable incident or DOT violation.

Superior Cranes completed one of the most ambitious heavy-haul projects in its history, transporting a 846,000-pound stator from the Port of Charleston, SC to a site in Charlotte, NC. The route involved a labyringth of back roads, tight turns and low clearance bridges.

Charleston port.

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Our vast array of specialized equipment includes: flatbeds, stepdecks, double drops, extendables, multi-axles, steerables, lowboys with 40-80 ton capacity, RGN units, schnabels, beam, perimeter and blade trailers.

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Reactor tailing project

When JMS Crane Service in Billings, MT, needed a solution to safely tail three massive reactors inside a live refinery, they turned to Bay Ltd. of Texas. What was the challenge? Each reactor weighed just over 990,000 pounds and measured 125 feet long by 12 feet in diameter, and the tailing path demanded minimal ground bearing pressures (GBP) on a complex refinery site.

Traditional crawler crane tailing methods were ruled out early in the planning process, as the weight and layout of the facility required a more innovative approach. Bay Ltd. rose to the occasion, designing and deploying their custom-engineered tailing frame, “DINO,” mounted atop a 4-file (10)-line Scheuerle SPMT system.

The project required seamless collaboration between teams in Montana and Texas, with Bay Ltd. fabricating a mock skirt ring in Texas to ensure precise alignment for the custom tailing setup. Bay Ltd. hauled each reactor into position using an 18-line Goldhofer THP SL45. Once in place, the reactors were carefully transferred from the Goldhofer onto the DINO system for the tailing process.

Each reactor weighed just over 990,000 pounds and measured 125 feet long by 12 feet in diameter, and the tailing path demanded minimal ground bearing pressures (GBP) on a complex refinery site.

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It took just two shifts to complete the haul, tailing and installation of the three reactors.

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electrical systems – with mere inches to spare in some cases. The team constructed temporary ramps from matting and base material to safely cross the crane pad, even while the crane remained operational nearby.

With precision execution and careful timing, Bay Ltd. and JMS Crane completed the haul, tailing and installation of all three reactors in just two shifts. Despite freezing November conditions and tight site constraints, the project was delivered safely, with zero recordable incidents and no DOT violations. In total, the project involved more than 1,400 hours of planning and 432 hours of execution, highlighting the complexity and collaborative spirit behind the scenes.

This project exemplifies the critical role that specialized rigging and transport play in supporting the nation’s industrial and energy infrastructure. Without the ability to safely install these large-scale components, refineries like the one in Montana wouldn’t be able to operate efficiently, underscoring the importance of precision heavy lifting in today’s energy sector.

The convoy had to pass under live pipe racks, through restricted flare areas and over culverts containing live process piping and electrical systems.

The market for used cranes in 2025 is good, but there are some important caveats.

All-terrain,

Behind the boom

The used crane market is an essential part of the crane and heavy transport industry, providing companies with flexible solutions to manage fleet needs, control costs and meet project demands. But selling used cranes isn’t always straightforward. From fluctuating demand and global market shifts to challenges like scams and hidden liabilities, sellers face a variety of obstacles that can greatly complicate the process. To shed light on the current state of the market, Bryan Carr, national sales director, crane and heavy transport division at Jeff Martin Auctioneers, offered valuable insights into how crane owners can navigate this dynamic landscape. Carr, who has 30 years of experience spanning crane services, equipment sales and asset management, explained that there are

risks to the different crane sales methods. Working closely with contractors, fleet managers and OEMs, he develops customized remarketing strategies and plans for his customer’s cranes. He

Cranes that have been well-maintained and taken care of will always bring great prices in the global marketplace.

BRYAN CARR, National Sales Director, Cranes and Heavy Haul Division, Jeff Martin Auctioneers

said there are key drivers behind the recent surge in used crane sales and for enhancing values of used cranes.

Selling strategies

According to Carr, traditional avenues for selling used cranes include online marketplaces, classified ads, social media and company websites. However, these options can expose sellers and buyers to potential risks, such as scams or undisclosed liens.

“If you monitor the web-based marketplace, you’ll see cranes and equipment sitting stagnant for months,” Carr explained. “While you have a core business to operate, you don’t have time to deal with scammers or tire kickers.”

For sellers seeking alternatives, consignment through a broker or reputable dealer remains a viable option, although it’s not without its own challenges.

hydraulic truck, boom trucks, rough terrain and crawler cranes remain the “shining stars” of the used crane market, according to Bryan Carr.

About Jeff Martin Auctioneers

Jeff Martin Auctioneers is a full-service auction company specializing in the sale of construction equipment, transportation assets, lifting equipment and industrial machinery. Headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, the company operates coastto-coast and serves a global audience with buyers from over 146 countries.

Jeff Martin Auctioneers offers live, virtual and online auctions, as well as retail marketplace solutions. The firm also provides ASA-certified appraisals, dedicated marketing campaigns and financing solutions through Jeff Martin Capital.

“If you have a good relationship with a dealer, you can consign your cranes to a reputable dealer in your area,” he said.

“There is an old adage that says, ‘There is a huge difference between cotton and silk.’ This characterizes the market for used cranes, or any equipment. Cranes that have been well maintained and taken care of will always bring great prices in the global marketplace,” he said.

Carr advised that sellers who maintain their cranes both operationally and cosmetically will see the best returns.

“Once you establish this reputation, buyers will be looking for your crane to enter the marketplace,” he said.

What’s

driving demand?

The market for used cranes remains strong in 2025, with demand fueled by three factors:

■ HIGH PRICES AND LIMITED AVAILABILITY OF NEW EQUIPMENT. Rising interest rates and production backlogs have pushed many buyers toward late-model used cranes.

■ PRO JECT PRESSURES. Tight schedules and budgets make used cranes an attractive option for contractors needing quick deployment.

relying on verified resale platforms to source equipment efficiently.

“All-terrain, hydraulic truck, boom trucks, rough terrain and crawler cranes have been the shining stars,” Carr said. “Well-maintained equipment with solid service records commands premium prices.”

Carr emphasized the importance of keeping cranes in the best shape possible to assure the best resale value, understanding the risks of different selling methods and recognizing how global factors like tariffs can impact demand. With a focus on operational readiness and strategic sales approaches, sellers can navigate the evolving used crane market with greater confidence. Even the slightest cosmetic defects can negatively affect the sale of a crane.

A successful sale

Strong and steady Carr described the market for used cranes as resilient, with prices holding strong in 2025. >57

■ GLOBAL DEMAND: Industries worldwide, from energy to infrastructure, are

Carr stressed the importance of preparation and transparency when selling a crane. A detailed service history, proper documentation and a thorough inspection can make the difference between a crane that lingers on the market and one that moves quickly.

An accurate equipment appraisal is also critical to selling a crane, he said. “Whether for insurance, financing or sales planning, a credible appraisal

provides clarity and leverage,” Carr said. “It helps sellers determine the right time to sell, supports financial decision-making and ensures fair market

Keeping cranes in excellent condition can make the difference between a fast sale and a stagnant listing. It’s important to offer well-maintained equipment with solid service records.

While moving a crane to a physical challenging, remote sales models enable sellers to keep cranes onsite while professional teams handle inspections,

Selling cranes in 2025 requires a clear understanding of market dynamics

mitigation strategies, Carr explained. Whether through auction, the retail marketplace or dealer relationships, a successful sale begins with preparation,

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Cooler conundrum

Due to its strategic location, Bécancour, Quebec is an optimal hub for lithium processing plants and other manufacturing facilities. To protect the infrastructure that sustains these businesses, it is imperative that sewage installations and underground utilities are not damaged during the transport of heavy plant components.

Transport Bellemare was tasked with engineering the transport of a huge cooler to a plant in Bécancour. The cooler measured 58.65 meters by 5.245 meters by 5.41 meters and weighted 474,000 kg.

Very precisely and with extreme attention, the cooler was transported on a 40-axle line hydraulic platform trailer propelled by two power units configured in a two-file configuration. The PST/ SL-E-40L-SP0-2PPU (single-wide configuration) measured 65.64 meters by 5.25 meters by 6.4 meters. The route was about 7 kilometers.

Engineered transport

The Société du Parc industriel et portuaire de Bécancour (SPIB) conducted an engineering study, which concluded that an 18-ton axle configuration would be acceptable. Any transport exceeding 5 meters tall must be reported to the utility companies along the route. Additionally, the presence of these entities is required during transport.

Permits also specified that two police vehicles, steering, poles and front/rear arrows would be necessary during the transport. After analyzing the terrain, turns and structures, the Bellemare team determined the most efficient route and presented it to the SPIB. This analysis included a comprehensive review of such obstacles as pipelines, electrical and communication lines as well as gas, water and sewer pipes under bridges and culverts.

Once the route was finalized, the Bellemare permits team gathered the necessary information and recommendations from the MTQ. Four culverts required approval from a certified engineering company to cross. All culverts were modelled in 3D to simulate the stress they would undergo. A bridge jumper was needed over one of the four culverts at the intersection of Rue Pierre-Thibault and Avenue G. A. Boulet.

Transport

Bellemare International transported a 474,000 kilogram cooler over a complicated route.

More than 40 people were onsite reviewing safety and operational details during the night-time transport.

Temporary measures were also required at two turns where Bellemare’s equipment would need to cross over private properties. A load distribution tool was required to protect the private property.

Rainy conditions during the night of the haul were a concerning factor. Although visibility wasn’t an issue, Bellemare’s operator ensured the trailer kept traction of all tires across the bridge jumper.

“The week prior to the transport, we performed the loading and securing ahead of time to ensure there would be no issues or overlooked details,” said Isabelle Perron, safety director of Transport Bellemare.

“Two of our highly skilled senior operators and our superintendent began assembling the 40-line configuration, while our heavy lifting team experts took on the challenge of lifting the cooler from ground level to 48 inches high, following a precise lifting plan.”

Once the cooler was lifted to the correct height, the 40-line transport configuration was positioned under the load. However, the area only allowed movement with a 20-line configuration. Once inserted under the cooler, the two 20-line configurations were coupled to complete the single wide 40-line configuration.

With the cooler secured, it was ready to be transported. This pre-transport preparation took four days.

On the night of November 4, the kickoff meeting started at 7 p.m. with over 40 people reviewing safety and operational

details. Identified streets were closed, and the bridge jumper was installed a few hours prior to the move to ensure there were no unexpected conflicts with surrounding traffic. Amongst the many people present were Hydro-Québec, telecommunications, ExpertTech, CN, surveyors, crane operators, the signaling company, Maco (who assembled the component) and Bellemare’s client Hatch/ Nemaska.

Night moves

Around 8 p.m., the hydraulic transporter left the assembly area heading towards its first turn. This first maneuver required high precision considering terrain conditions during the crossing of a central reservation while keeping the right balance of weight on all axles.

“While maintaining an average speed of 3 kilometers per hour, we reached the second turn that led to the bridge jumper on Street Pierre-Thibault,” Perron said. “The second to last turn from rue PierreThibault to Arthur-Sicard took the longest considering it’s complex 90-degree angle and limited space.”

The cooler was successfully delivered to its destination around 1:30 a.m. on November 5. Transport Bellemare International’s heavy lift team of six people were dispatched to the jobsite for the offloading of the cooler component onto the heavy lift pad at the erection site using climbing jacks. n

THE UTILITY INDUSTRY GOES TO GROW

Twenty years strong

This year marks the 20th anniversary of SC&RA’s involvement with KHL Group on the creation of American Cranes & Transport (ACT) magazine – a milestone worthy of both reflection and forward thinking.

When this relationship began, a top priority was to establish a durable, productive media alliance. We needed to better tell our story – consistently and with quality. You can run great events and deliver strong advocacy, but without an effective communications vehicle, much goes unnoticed.

That led to our initial collaboration with KHL, starting with International

SC&RA Leadership

CHAIRMAN

J Rozum

MSA Delivery Service, Canton, MI

PRESIDENT

Jim Sever

PSC Crane & Rigging, Piqua, OH

VICE

Harry Fry

Harry Fry & Associates, West Newbury, MA

TREASURER

Michael Vlaming

Vlaming & Associates, Vallejo, CA

ASSISTANT

Keith Settle

Oxbo Mega Transport

Solutions Houston, TX

Peter Juhren

Morrow Equipment Salem, OR

Cranes and Specialized Transport. The feedback was positive, but it quickly became clear that North America needed a more focused publication. In conversation with KHL’s James King and Trevor Pease, we launched ACT in 2005 – a platform tailored to the needs, developments and growth of our regional membership.

Looking back at the industry then, we saw notable changes in equipment and technology. Global partnerships were increasing. U.S. companies were working more closely with international firms, opening communication around emerging project types and best practices. These dynamics became central to our growth and the kind of content ACT began to highlight.

At the time, members were taking on bigger, more complex jobs. They needed trusted information, ongoing education and meaningful networking. Insurance was a top challenge – and still is. Permitting was also a priority – and remains so. Crane, trailer and other lift and transport technologies were evolving year to year. Members were learning from each other, and safety and uniformity were essential.

Continuing to deliver

By 2011–2013, we saw more change within our membership. Technology was accelerating, M&A activity was on the rise and competition was tightening. Companies were reassessing how they operated, often partnering with domestic and international peers to stay efficient and profitable.

In the last five years, workforce and cybersecurity have emerged as industrydefining challenges. The question remains: has the industry become more competitive or collaborative? The answer is both. Companies are becoming larger and more sophisticated. Yet collaboration has increased – especially at SC&RA events. Members come for education, networking and shared problem-solving.

Through it all, ACT has been more than a magazine. It’s a strategic partnership – an extension of our team. They’re actively involved in our operations, events and outreach. They don’t just observe – they engage, which allows ACT to produce timely coverage, relevant profiles and valuable insight.

Anderson Trucking Service

St. Cloud, MN

Troy Geisler

Talbert Manufacturing

Rensselaer, IN

Deep South Crane & Rigging

Baton Rouge, LA

Mazzella Companies

Oklahoma City, OK

TREASURER

Shelly Gayring

Select Crane Sales

Fort Pierce, Florida

Then came 2008. The financial collapse forced companies of all sizes to reevaluate everything: project economics, equipment financing – even refinancing facilities.

I recall a conversation with SC&RA President and PSC Crane & Rigging CEO, Jim Sever, about that period – where he noted how the slowdown hit PSC about eight to ten months after it hit the broader economy.

He suggested that while they had some time to prepare, it was still difficult, as it was for other SC&RA members. Jim mentioned they were 80 percent automotive at the time and lost nearly 50 percent of their revenue – emphasizing the critical importance of rethinking diversification into sectors like jack and slide work, transformers and utilitygenerating assets.

The key factors for PSC, and other members at the time, involved thinking ahead and examining how to avoid becoming a victim of the next industry disruption.

What have we learned in 20 years? Listen. Observe. Adapt. If we’re not educating, informing, engaging – and when possible, inspiring – we’re falling behind.

Looking ahead, we’ll continue to build on fundamentals and stay alert. We won’t get caught doing things “the way we’ve always done them.” While we still deliver a print magazine, we’ve invested in digital platforms – daily news, real-time updates, on-demand content – tools we didn’t have in the past.

As our international events evolve – from the World Crane and Transport Summit to Tower Cranes North America – we’ll keep asking: how can we deliver more value to members and readers?

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Policy in motion

Coming out of the recent SC&RA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Association leadership is already turning its attention to the second half of the year – with transportation priorities firmly aligned around safety, enforcement and deeper engagement with regulatory stakeholders.

According to Chris Smith, SC&RA Vice President, Transportation, the direction moving forward is clear. “We’re really leaning into safety and enforcement advocacy,” he said, “which includes a significant step toward better communication with law enforcement – an area that can be uniquely challenging.”

To help guide that effort, SC&RA committees developed a document titled Principles of Fair Enforcement – an initiative that began at the Specialized Transportation Symposium in Charlotte earlier this year, and was nearly finalized at the Annual Conference. “That document will serve as our outline for how we communicate with law enforcement moving forward,” Smith explained.

The motivation behind the effort stems from growing member concerns.

“Members told us that a few states are issuing harsh punishments for relatively minor permit violations,” said Smith. “For example, three minor violations in a month in one state resulted in suspension from buying permits for another month, while another state required a carrier to use a police escort on every load for thirty days because of a minor detour off the approved route. The policy guiding this penalty, unfortunately, was not made available on a public website.”

While the official explained that carriers with a good safety record were given more leeway while the primary target remains bad actors, Smith pointed out the broader issue. “We ask for discretion too. But there’s a fairness and transparency issue that needs to be addressed. That’s what the Principles of Fair Enforcement aims to do – educate law enforcement and other public officials on how our industry works, and push for accountability without alienating them.”

With strong committee feedback received during the Annual Conference meetings, Smith is currently revising the

document for final approval. “I think of it like the preamble to a constitution – part values, part declaration,” he said. “It recognizes the importance of law enforcement but also asks for dialogue and improvement.”

In development

That effort is also influencing SC&RA’s growing engagement with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), the association representing all commercial vehicle enforcement officials across North America. “CVSA sets standards like out of service criteria, as well as other best practices,” Smith noted. “We’ve interacted with them before, but not as much as we could have.”

Currently, SC&RA is working with CVSA to address ongoing challenges related to mobile craneway enforcement. “Crane companies have said for years that onboard technology can result in varying weights depending on configuration,” explained Smith. “Officers sometimes issue citations without understanding what they’re seeing.”

In response, SC&RA’s Permit Policy committee held a field demonstration last summer in Virginia. “Crane Service Company brought a four-axle crane to our parking lot, and Virginia DMV provided portable scales,” said Smith. “Committee chair Bryce Baker, himself a former commercial vehicle enforcement officer, and vice chair John Mummert ran tests

using different stabilization settings and parking angles. Very different axle weights – some overweight - were recorded in each case – even though the crane was of perfectly legal weight.”

Those results were recently shared with CVSA ’s Size and Weight Committee. “They’re forming an ad hoc committee with industry and enforcement representatives to examine the issue,” Smith pointed out. “It’s not about creating a best practice just yet – it’s about collaboration, education and eventually harmonizing enforcement standards.”

As Smith explained, “Permit harmonization is difficult on its own, but enforcement harmonization adds

One area SC&RA is heavily leaning into in 2025 is safety and enforcement advocacy –which includes a significant step toward better communication with law enforcement.

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HEAVY HAUL

Targeted advocacy is gaining traction across the spectrum of specialized transportation priorities for SC&RA.

SC&RA feels positive that its exemption to FMCSA’s 30-minute rest break will be renewed this month – as it aligns well with safety goals and addresses real-world issues.

another layer. This effort is the beginning of a longer-term campaign to engage law enforcement, not just on policy but on how those policies are applied.”

The CVSA committee is currently in development. “We got their attention,” said Smith. “They’ve acknowledged this is an issue and want to work with us. Next step is forming the committee. Several enforcement officers have already volunteered. Now we’re identifying the best industry reps to join the group.”

Much of SC&RA’s recent momentum around enforcement education and engagement is being driven by leadership within the Association’s Permit Policy Committee. “A lot of credit goes to Bryce Baker – his history and experience gives our position credibility.”

While the topic isn’t new, Smith noted that recent meetings gave it renewed energy. “It actually started years ago, but the Annual Conference gave it new life. The crane group raised the issue, asked permit policy to take it on, and now we’re running with it. It affects cranes, but also ties directly into permitting – so it impacts everyone in the Association.”

On the safety front, SC&RA is also expanding its focus to include a longstanding challenge for members: utility crossings. “Last year, we formed a task force on utility crossings because members reported difficulties coordinating with utility companies when lines need to be moved,” indicated Smith. “After a tragic rail crossing accident last December, we expanded that task force to include railroads.”

The task force recently held its first meeting and decided to meet monthly due

to the scope of the issue. One of its first major steps will be attending the Railway Industrial Clearance Association (RICA) conference in Fort Worth, Texas. “That’ll allow us to engage directly with the railroads – especially since BNSF, one of the big seven class one freight railroads, is headquartered there,” said Smith.

Having worked with railroads before joining SC&RA, Smith acknowledged the unique challenges. “I try to help folks understand where the railroads are coming from, even if we don’t always agree. Their regulatory structure can be very different.”

Bridging that gap is central to SC&RA’s broader messaging. “We’ve been talking about ‘safety as advocacy,’” Smith added. “So when our members ask for policy changes, we want to show that they’re doing so as trusted, safe operators. We want to leverage our safety record to advocate more effectively.”

That message was reinforced during the recent Symposium. “Our speaker from the Crane Industrial Council of Australia (CICA) spoke about overcoming initial objections from regulators by asking them what reassurances they would need from industry to be confident we were advocating in good faith,” said Smith. “That stuck with several members. We’ve got to make the case clearly, with data and respect.”

Looking ahead

Smith also provided an update on FMCSA’s 30-minute rest break exemption (set to expire this month). “FMCSA’s outlook on the renewal appears positive,” he acknowledged. “Some rules have changed, but our exemption aligns well with safety goals and addresses real-world issues – especially truck parking, which is becoming a huge topic. Permit variations are a major contributor to parking challenges and safety risks.”

On the federal leadership front, Smith noted that SC&RA is supporting Derek Barrs’ nomination as FMCSA Administrator. “He was a longtime member of the CVSA – industry and enforcement both speak highly of him.” SC&RA’s role will mirror that of other associations, noted Smith. “Like CVSA, ATA and others, we’ll support the nomination and emphasize the need for agency leadership.” Looking ahead, Smith’s focus is active engagement. “We will be doing our usual advocacy tour – visiting states, attending events and staying engaged. Summer is when we can get out there and ramp it up.”

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Lessons from losses

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In the crane and heavy haul transport industries, maintaining appropriate insurance coverage, both in amount and scope, is essential to a successful operation. Unfortunately, there are innate risks which occur when a business assumes more potential liability than its insurance policy covers, either via contract or its activities, exposing the business to significant financial, legal, and operational risks. Let’s look at two fact patterns where such risks arise.

The additional insured

Many industry contracts require one party to extend additional insured (“AI”) status to a third party. This provision is designed to protect the third party against claims arising from the named insured’s

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operations. However, problems arise when the insured agrees, whether through contract misinterpretation or oversight, to provide AI status for limits exceeding their own policy’s coverage.

For example, your crane rental company enters into a contract with a general contractor (“GC”) for a heavy lift job on a construction site. As part of the agreement, you promise to provide AI status to the GC with $2 million in liability coverage. However, your actual liability policy only affords a $1 million limit.

An accident occurs resulting in substantial property damage claims that exceed your crane company’s $1 million policy limit. The GC, expecting to be covered up to $2 million, finds itself exposed beyond the available insurance. Your company, having contractually committed to providing $2 million in coverage, faces potential litigation for breach of contract and financial exposure beyond the insurance policy limits.

One time warehouseman

A top customer of your heavy haul transport business asks you to store a machine in your yard until the recipient is ready for delivery “in a couple of weeks.” Although you have never provided storage services, you agree to do so as a favor. Assuming it will be for only a short time, you don’t ask for a

written agreement or payment of storage fees. A “couple of weeks” turns into six months of the equipment sitting in your yard. After 5 months, a thief enters the yard overnight and strips metal tubes and wires from the machine.

Your customer demands that you pay to repair the machine, so you seek coverage under your inland marine policy. Unfortunately, you did not purchase warehouseman liability coverage because you do not typically store the property of others, and the cargo and transportation coverage you did purchase has a limitation on the amount of time property can be “stored in transit” that is less than 5 months. No coverage is available, so in order to maintain the relationship with the customer, you agree to pay for the costly repairs out-of-pocket.

These scenarios highlight the numerous potential risks of under-insuring, including:

FINANCIAL EXPOSURE BEYOND POLICY LIMITS AND LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT.

■ If an incident occurs and the available coverage does not meet contractual requirements, you may be responsible for the uncovered portion of the loss, and the third party may pursue legal action for breach of contract. Even if you did not intentionally misrepresent your coverage, failing to

Laura Schoefer and Brett Woodis discuss avoiding the pitfalls of potential gaps in insurance coverage.

fulfill contractual obligations can result in costly litigation and settlements, personal exposure, and significant outof-pocket expenses.

REPUTATIONAL DAMAGE IN THE INDUSTRY.

■ Crane and heavy haul transport businesses rely on strong industry relationships and trust. If a company fails to meet its insurance obligations, contractors and clients may be hesitant to work with them in the future.

RISK OF BUSINESS INTERRUPTION.

■ A major claim exceeding policy limits can strain cash flow, divert resources toward litigation, and potentially halt operations. If legal disputes or financial losses escalate, a company may face operational disruptions, delayed projects, or even insolvency.

HIGHER FUTURE INSURANCE COSTS.

■ Claims that exceed policy limits may reflect poor risk management, making insurers wary of providing coverage in the future. This can lead to increased premiums, stricter policy terms, and difficulty obtaining adequate insurance.

FOUR BEST PRACTICES

ALWAYS VERIFY YOUR POLICY LIMITS ARE CONSISTENT WITH CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS. Before agreeing to any contract that includes insurance requirements or AI coverage, you should carefully review your own insurance policies to verify that the contractually required coverage and limits are consistent with your existing coverage. Clearly communicate with other parties the extent of your coverage to ensure that it satisfies their expectations.

ENGAGE INSURANCE AND LEGAL PROFESSIONALS BEFORE SIGNING CONTRACTS OR CONDUCTING ACTIVITY BEYOND YOUR CUSTOMARY OPERATIONS. Insurance policies and contractual obligations often involve complex language. To ensure that your existing coverage is appropriate, businesses should consult with their insurance brokers and/or attorneys before agreeing to provide AI coverage, agreeing to indemnify third parties, or engaging in business activities that are outside of usual operations.

CONSIDER

POLICY ENDORSEMENTS OR EXCESS/UMBRELLA POLICIES TO ALIGN COVERAGE

WITH CONTRACTUAL PROMISES. If a contract requires coverage limits or scope beyond what you have in place, you should consider options for bridging the gaps. Options may include negotiating terms that are consistent with your existing coverage, purchasing additional coverage such as an umbrella or excess liability policy that provides the required limits, or obtaining an endorsement of your existing policy to add project-specific coverage.

CONDUCT ROUTINE CONTRACT REVIEWS. Reviewing existing contracts and business activities on a routine basis is a great way to identify potential gaps in coverage and take appropriate measures before a loss occurs. Ask whether your limits align with each contract and whether you have expanded the scope of your business’s operations in a way that would create a different type of liability for which you might need additional insurance coverage. By proactively managing contractual obligations, utilizing expert resources, and obtaining appropriate additional coverage, businesses can mitigate risks and avoid common coverage pitfalls.

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The credential breakdown

Safety and compliance serve as essential elements in the current construction industry climate. The operation of cranes and signaling along with rigging requires workers to receive proper knowledge followed by evaluation to determine qualification. Employers face the challenge of interpreting OSHA and ASME requirements through a main question: What’s the difference between certificate, license and certification? The table below is a comprehensive analysis to help illustrate these distinctions and follows the framework of OSHA-aligned guidelines. A qualified worker holds the knowledge, skills and abilities required to execute a job safely. However, it is often up to the employer to determine how this qualification is achieved. Many organizations provide training to their employees under the guise of “certification.” However, certification stands apart because certification is granted by third parties not involved in training. Employers who are training their own employees are actually conducting a “certificate” evaluation which doesn’t meet the same requirements as certification.

Key distinctions

A certificate is issued by an instructor to students who attend and finish a training course. The certificate of completion document confirms candidate attendance at the training event but does not necessarily show proof of understanding or practical application. Employers need to

be aware and able to defend the course and assessment (if any). Further, certificates are not portable from employer to employer nor can they have an expiration date. Additionally, certificates can not have an expiration date. For example, the completion of a rigging course results in receiving a certificate but this only means that they successfully attended the course.

A license is awarded by a governmental agency to a candidate that meets legal and regulatory requirements. Licenses may incorporate a certification for assessment purposes, but licenses are about governmental agencies authorization of the individual to perform the work covered by the scope of the license. Licenses can differ from state to state and from locality to locality.

A certification requires an official evaluation conducted by a third-party organization. The certification process defines an exact and uniform standard to aid in identifying competent workers in specific job roles. The process of getting certified resembles obtaining a driver’s license since candidates must pass both knowledge and practical skill assessments through standardized exams. Accredited certification bodies meet an even higher standard by ensuring that the development process of certification exams includes job task analyses, which allows industry professionals to identify real-world scenarios for workers. Accredited certification also include subject matter experts along with psychometricians to create fair, valid and reliable assessments

after analyzing the requirements and jobtask analysis.

After a designated period, certificants must undergo recertification because it is imperative to stay up to date with changing regulations, technological developments and best practices. In CCO’s case, most certification programs require recertification every 5 years.

Why certification matters

The practice of using internal qualifications or training certificates as substitutes for certification proves dangerous because these methods frequently fail inspections and investigations and lead to legal issues. Certification functions as a legally valid assessment that can assist in proving expertise. When employers have workers who are certified on the job, this means reduced legal liability, improved jobsite safety and greater confidence among workers regarding capabilities and skills. Certification bodies like CCO provide employers with an evidence-based system to help evaluate worker competencies for essential crane operations and load handling procedures.

The construction industry requires thorough training and evaluation because inadequate practices result in jobsite accidents, major expenses and potential shutdowns. ■

For more information about the certification process, visit: https:// www.nccco.org/nccco/get-cco-certified/ certification-process-overview

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Training Directory

Training, inspections and certification

72 Slings & Things

Useful rigging hardware products.

73 Dealer Locator

Find a Dealer/Distributor by using ACT’s Dealer Locator. Check out the interactive map online. Click to see where the dealers are and contact them from the map. From the printed page, please pick up the phone and call for your crane needs.

79 Products, Parts & Accessories

Operational aids, communication systems, components, controls, software, crane mats and outrigger pads, crane repair, hydraulics, jacks, attachments, personnel baskets, rigging hardware, rollers, slings and chains, tires, winches, wire rope, batteries, braking systems, and new, used and refurbished parts.

85 Equipment for Sale or Rent

Crane, rigging and lifting equipment for sale or rent, new or used.

89 Safety Products

Training, Fall Protection, Cameras, Safety Apparel, Signs, Lights, Hard hats

Transport & Heavy Haul

Heavy Haul, Trailers, Freight forwarding, Pilot cars, Permitting companies.

Career Opportunities

Posted Jobs in Your Industry

TRAINING DIRECTORY

A1A Software (3D LiftPlan Training) 904 430-0355

www.a1asoftware.com/training

Geoff Weiss

Crane Institute Certfication 407-878-5590

www.cicert.com help@cicert.com

Crane U Inc

205-478-6331

www.craneu.com

Madison Fant Locarno madison@craneu.com

OVERTON Safety Training, Inc. (866) 531-0403

www.overtonsafety.com

Cody Fischer cody@overtonsafety.com

CICB, Crane Inspection & Certification Bureau 800-327-1386 www.cicb.com info@cicb.com

Crane Institute of America

800-832-2726

www.craneinstitute.com

James Headley info@craneinstitute.com

Morrow Training Center 1-503-585-5721 ext 0118 or 0128

www.morrow.com training@morrow.com

Stephenson Equipement Inc (SEI) 1-800-325-6455- ext 1154

www.stephensonequipment.com

Chris Traino - Training Coordinator ctraino@stephensonequipment.com

New State-of-the-Art Training Facility NOW OPEN!

Cheqed It Training 712-249-4598

www.cheqedit.com

Shawn Sarsfield sugar@cheqedit.com

Crane Tech 1-800-290-0007

www.cranetech.com

Sherri McLean smclean@cranetech.com

NCCER 888-622-3720

Scott Fisher sfisher@nccer.org www.nccer.to/crane

The Crane School 813-402-2017

www.thecraneschool.com

Tony Dotto info@thecraneschool.com

ASC Industries Ltd

708-647-4900

www.ascindustries.com info@ascindustries.com

Bayou City Wire Rope 713-533-8111

www.bayoucitywirerope.com sales@bayoucitywirerope.com

Mazzella Lifting Technologies 800-362-4601

www.mazzellacompanies.com info@mazzellacompanies.com

ALL Material Handling 312-698-8658

www.allmaterialhandling.com sales@allmaterialhandling.com

Associated Wire Rope & Rigging 310-448-5444

www.associatedwirerope.com

Scott Fishfader sales@awrrinc.com

CCF LEGACY, INC

304-252-1389

www.machineropechain.com rooster@ccflegacy.com

Kennedy Wire Rope & Sling Co. 800-289-1445 kwrs.com info@kwrs.com

www.jergensinc.com

Slingmax Rigging Solutions www.slingmax.com

EQUIPMENT

SALES & SERVICE LIMITED

Head Office: 1030-1032 Martin Grove Rd Toronto, ON M9W 4W3

Tel: 416-249-8141

E-Mail: dpaton@essltd.com www.essltd.com

Branches: London 519-652-6160

Ottawa 613-831-9222

Sudbury 705-692-7278

Edmonton 780-440-4010

Calgary 403-998-8956

Vancouver 604-946-3771

CENTRAL CRANES AND SERVICE

Oklahoma City, OK

Tel: 1-888-602-0975

E-Mail: contact@centralcranesandservice.com www.centralcranesandservice.com

Authorized Link-Belt Cranes distributor in Oklahoma TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT SALES (TES)

Kearny, NJ.

Tel: 973-589-4100

E-Mail: info@tes-inc.net www.tes-inc.net

TRIAD MACHINERY

Tel: 503-254-5100 www.triadmachinery.com

Branches: Portland, OR Sumner, WA Eugene, OR Spokane, WA Bend/Prineville, OR Mt Vernon, WA

Burl Redman

Crane Specialist (OR) 503-318-2140

Steve Zaback Crane Specialist (WA) 206-450-5220

Aspen Equipment, LLC

www.aspenequipment.com

Manitowoc, Grove & National Crane Branches:

Ankeny, IA

Omaha, NE

National Crane & Potain Branches: Kansas City, MO

National Crane Branch: Bloomington, MN

Tel: 515-965-1000

Tel: 402-894-9300

Tel: 816-451-1745

Tel: 952-888-2525

MGX Equipment Services, LLC mgxequipment.com 844-DIAL-MGX

Manitowoc, Grove, National Crane & Potain Branch: Billings, MT: 406-206-2007

Manitowoc, Grove & National Crane Branches: Ankeny, IA Tel: 515-965-1000

Baltimore, MD

Tel: 443-399-7100

Baton Rouge, LA Tel: 225-251-7500

Dallas, TX

Denver, CO

Nashville, TN

Norfolk, VA

Bigge Equipment

10700 Bigge Ave, San Leandro, CA. 94577

Tel: (510) 877-7055

e-mail: cranesales@bigge.com www.bigge.com

Branches:

Houston, TX

Southern CA

Cleveland Crane & Shovel Sales Inc.

26781 Cannon Road

Cleveland, OH 44146

Tel: 440-439-4749

800-362-8494

e-mail: sales@craneandshovel.net www.craneandshovel.net

Tel: (713) 595-4598

Tel: (626) 427-8666

Tel: 972-986-0910

Tel: 720-864-9842

Tel: 615-562-3979

Tel: 757-935-4300

Omaha, NE Tel: 402-894-9300

Phoenix, AZ Tel: 602-232-0660

Salt Lake City, UT Tel: 801-297-8500 Winston-Salem, NC Tel: 336-582-7400

National Crane & Potain Branch: Aiken, SC Tel: 803-864-2840 Kansas City, MO Tel: 816-451-1745

Manitowoc & Grove Branch: Belle Chasse, LA Tel: 504-394-7400 Houston, TX

Tel: 713-433-6411

National Crane Branch: Bloomington, MN Tel: 952-888-2525

Rapicon inc

Vars, ON

Tel: 613-443-1323

e-mail: redmond@rapicon.ca www.rapicon.ca

Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc

6715 W Reno Avenue

Oklahoma City, OK 73127

Tel: 1-405-495-7820

e-mail: sales@kirby-smith.com

www.kirby-smith.com

Manitowoc and Grove Branches:

Tulsa, OK

McAlester, OK

Kansas City, KS

St Louis, MO

National Crane Branches:

Abilene, TX

Amarillo, TX

Dallas, TX

Ft. Worth, TX

Kansas City, KS

Lubbock, TX

McAlester, OK

Odessa, TX

Oklahoma City, OK

St Louis, MO

Tulsa, OK

Hewitt, TX

Tel: 918-438-1700

Tel: 918-310-1550

Tel: 913-850-6300

Tel: 314-729-0125

Tel: 325-692-6334

Tel: 806-373-2826

Tel: 214-371-7777

Tel: 817-378-0600

Tel: 913-850-6300

Tel: 806-745-2112

Tel: 918-310-1550

Tel: 432-333-7000

Tel: 405-495-7820

Tel: 314-729-0125

Tel: 918-438-1700

Tel: 254-261-1370

Stephenson Equipment, Inc

7201 Paxton Street

Harrisburg, PA. 17111

Tel: 800-325-6455

www.stephensonequipment.com

Branches: McDonald, PA

Pittston, PA

Prospect Park, PA

Syracuse, NY

Waterford, NY

Transport Equipment Sales (TES) Kearny, NJ.

www.tes-inc.net

E-mail: info@tes-inc.net Tel: 973-589-4100

Tel: 800-692-7600

Tel: 866-667-6756

Tel: 800-220-4033

Tel: 800-368-6455

Tel: 518-357-2200

Shawmut Equipment Co, Inc

20 Tolland Turnpike, Manchester, CT. 06042

Tel: 800-829-4161, 860-643-4161

www.shawmutequipment.com

Branches:

South Easton, MA. Tel: 877-526-9213 or 508-238-1900

Shawmut Equipment of Canada, Inc

Elmsdale, NS

Tel: 902-883-7450

Western Pacific Crane & Equipment

8600 Calabash Ave, Fontana, CA. 92335

Tel: (866) 480-1203

e-mail: info@wpcrane.com

www.wpcrane.com

Branches:

Arlington, WA

Anchorage, AK

Bakersfield, CA

Fontana, CA

Kapolei, HI

Lathrop, CA

North Plains, OR

Tel: 253-254-7950

Tel: 907-331-4876

Tel: 661-578-5854

Tel: 562-286-6618

Tel: 808-682-7263

Tel: 209-597-3824

Tel: 971-202-4002

Central Cranes and Service

Oklahoma City, OK

Tel: 1-888-602-0975

contact@centralcranesandservice.com www.centralcranesandservice.com

Authorized Manitex Boom Truck dealer in Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri

Coastline Equipment Crane Division

325 N. 5th Street, Bldg. A, Sacramento, CA. 95811

Tel: 916-440-8090 www.coastlinecd.com

Branches:

Santa Ana, CA. Tel: 714-265-6550

Long Beach, CA. Tel: 562-273-7013

Bakersfield, CA. Tel: 661-399-3600

Oxnard, CA. Tel: 805-485-2106

Santa Maria, CA. Tel: 805-922-8329

Las Vegas, NV. Tel: 702-399-2700

Elko, NV. Tel: 775-777-7070

Meridian, ID. Tel: 208-888-3337

Jerome, ID. Tel: 208-324-2900

McCall, ID. Tel: 208-634-3903

Empire Crane Co, LLC 7021 Performance Drive, Syracuse, NY 13212

www.empirecrane.com

E-mail: sales@empirecrane.com

Branches: Syracuse, NY Tel: 315-458-4101 Hanson, MA Tel: 508-868-7734 Bridgewater, NJ Tel: 908-203-0400

Exact Crane & Equipment Corp www.ExactCrane.com

E-mail: Sales@exactcrane.com

Parts@exactcrane.com

Tel: 440-349-1999

Giuffre Bros. Cranes, Inc. 6635 S. 13th St, Milwaukee, Wi 53221

Tel: 414-764-9200

Beau Grassl Sales Manager e-mail: bgrassl@giuffre.com www.giuffre.com

Giuffre Midwest LLC 9725 Industrial Dr, Bridgeview, IL 60455

Tel: 708-656-9200

Todd Proctor

General Manager e-mail: tproctor@giuffre.com www.giuffre.com

Bigge Crane and Rigging Co.

Tel: (510) 877-7055

E-mail: cranesales@bigge.com www.bigge.com

Authorized dealer in CO, UT, AZ, NM

Branches:

Phoenix, AZ

Denver, CO

Tel: (623) 267-5077

Tel: (720) 902-3429

Albuquerque, NM Tel: (505) 587-8865

Salt Lake City, UT Tel: (801) 951-7202

Cropac Equipment Inc.

1-800-4-CROPAC www.cropac.com

E-mail: sales@cropac.com

Branches:

Abbotsford, B.C

Tel: 604-755-3927

Oakville, ON Tel: 905-825-6377

Laval, QC Tel: 450-625-4738

Nisku, AB Tel: 780-955-8862

Exact Crane & Equipment Corp www.ExactCrane.com

E-mail: Sales@exactcrane.com

Parts@exactcrane.com Tel: 440-349-1999

Authorized dealer for KY, MI, OH and Western PA

Empire Crane Co, LLC

www.tadanoamericas.com

7021 Performance Drive, Syracuse, NY 13212 www.empirecrane.com

e-mail: sales@empirecrane.com

Syracuse, NY

Hanson, MA

Tel: 315-458-4101

Tel: 508-868-7734

Bridgewater, NJ Tel: 908-203-0400

Heavy Iron Cranes

4682 Augusta Road

Lexington, SC 29073

Tel: 803-358-9191

E-mail: levy@heavyironcranes.com www.heavyironcranes.com

Coastline Equipment Crane Division

325 N. 5th Street, Bldg. A Sacramento, CA 95811

Tel: 916-440-8090

www.coastlinecd.com

Authorized dealer in CA, ID, NV

Branches:

Santa Ana, CA

Tel: 714-265-6550

Long Beach, CA Tel: 562-273-7013

Bakersfield, CA Tel: 661-399-3600

Oxnard, CA

Tel: 805-485-2106

Santa Maria, CA Tel: 805-922-8329

Las Vegas, NV Tel: 702-399-2700

Elko, NV Tel: 775-777-7070

Meridian, ID Tel: 208-888-3337

Jerome, ID Tel: 208-324-2900

McCall, ID Tel: 208-634-3903

Scott-Macon Equipment

14925 S. Main St. Houston, TX 77035

Tel: 713-721-7070

E-mail: info.houston@smequipment.com www.smequipment.com

Authorized dealer for OK, TX

Branches:

Dallas, TX

Tel: 214-391-4000

San Antonio, TX Tel: 210-629-0400

Corpus Christi, TX Tel: 361-289-2782

Big Spring, TX Tel: 432-517-4378

Tulsa, OK Tel: 918-224-2000

Oklahoma City, OK Tel: 405-639-8226

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Cropac Equipment Inc.

1-800-4-CROPAC

www.cropac.com

e-mail: sales@cropac.com

Branches: Abbotsford, BC

Oakville, ON

Tel: 604-755-3927

Tel: 905-825-6377

Laval, QC Tel: 450-625-4738

Nisku, AB Tel: 780-955-8862

Cropac USA Inc.

339 Opal Court, Streetsboro, Ohio 44241

Ruedi Van Coppenolle

Tel: 330-554-4744

email: ruedi@cropac.com

James Graham Tel: 216-308-7414

email: james@cropac.com

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Branches: New Jersey Tel: 908-823-0650

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ML Cranes & Equipment

3908 N. Graham Street, Charlotte, NC. 28206

Coastline Equipment

Crane Division

Tel: 877-649-7739

www.mlcranes.com

Branches: Baltimore, MD.

325 N. 5th Street, Bldg. A Sacramento, CA. 95811

Tel: 916-440-8090

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Coastline Equipment

Crane Division

325 N. 5th Street, Bldg. A Sacramento, CA. 95811

Tel: 916-440-8090

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Tel: 714-265-6550

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CRANE AND RIGGING

LIFT PLANNING SOFTWARE

LiftPlanner is a 3D Crane and Rigging planning software custom made to include the cranes in your fleet. The software controls Crawlers, ATs, RTs, Towers, transport, gantries and other lift equipment.

AT crane controls are:

• Select Main/Guyed/Jib/SL config

• Assemble configuration

• Move entire crane with load

• Swing topworks with load

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• Raise/lower Hook with load

• Spin Hook/load (tagline)

• Boom Up/Down

• Telescope

• Skew carrier orientation

LiftPlanner has an extensive Rigging library and programs to create vessels, exchangers, steel, supports, chokers & piping. Libraries from Crosby, Van Beest, Modulift, steel and outrigger mats. LiftPlanner Software gives you the ability to pre-test every aspect of your lift before setting foot in the field. There is a "BOM sum deductions" for rigging and many tools to create lift diagrams. Rendering and many presentation tools for the Lift Director.

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Previewing the 2025 WCTS event in Dublin

Held on November 18-19, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland, the World Crane & Transport Summit is a key event for the European and global crane and specialized transport industry to network, learn and share best practices. Organized by International Cranes and Specialized Transport magazine, American Cranes & Transport (ACT) magazine, and their publisher KHL Group. The summit is partnered with the SC&RA

and is supported by leading crane associations. The event will be taking place at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel in Golden Lane, Dublin, Ireland. Located in the heart of the Irish capital the hotel places attendees close to many popular local attractions such as Temple Bar, The Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle Christ Church Cathedral and many others. For more information and to register, please visit khl-wcts.com. ■

Atlas names new VP of sales

Atlas Crane Service has named Jack Weisz as its new vice president of sales, marking a strategic move to strengthen the company’s presence in both the renewable energy and traditional crane markets. Weisz joins Atlas from

GE Vernova, where he held a range of sales leadership positions across North and South America since 2013. Most recently, he served as managing director for new unit sales in the Onshore Wind North

American West Region. “I’ve had the privilege of getting to know Jack over the past two years, and I’m confident he will help Atlas achieve continued success while quickly integrating into our collaborative family culture,” said Charles Kent, CEO, Atlas. ■

Ray Gene Anthony, 1938-2025

Long-time crane industry legend Ray Gene Anthony, who was often called “The Crane Man,” died at his home in Jefferson Hills, PA on May 13, 2025. He was 85.

Anthony was born in 1938 in Uniontown, PA and grew up in Republic, PA, attending Redstone High school and serving his country in the U.S. Navy. He started his business career with the founding of Anthony Crane, which was one of the largest crane companies in the country. Through a series of mergers and acquisitions and private equity deals in 1998, Anthony Crane became a platform acquisition of Bane Capital. Over the next few years several crane companies were rolled into Anthony Crane Rental which was rebranded in 2000 as Maxim Crane Works. Today, Maxim Crane Works is the largest crane company in North America as ranked by the ACT100

companies, including a motorcycle shop, a boat marina, a gun store and an auto toy store. In the early 2000s, missing the crane industry, he started a new crane company, Ray Anthony International, that he operated for several years in the Eastern U.S. Anthony was known for his adventurist spirit and his love for riding motorcycles, hunting, flying his airplanes and he loved to talk about cranes.

OCTOBER October 7-9

NOVEMBER

November 18-19

Through the years, Anthony started several other

He is survived by his wife Delores “Jo” Anthony; daughters Natalie Anthony (Brent) and Lori Catalucci (Tonino); stepdaughter Charla Garmany (Allen); stepson Spencer Todd Christopher (Dreama); and his sister, Sandi Anthony and family. Anthony was proud grandfather to Ryan Anthony, Adrienne McGee (Rob), Lindsay Bain (JB), Alex Christopher, Spencer Shane Christopher, Hannah Garmany, and Seth Garmany. He also was great grandfather to Gavin and Laila Bain.

n TIMOTHY COOLEY has been named director of military and commercial sales at Bailey Specialty Cranes & Aerials. Before joining Bailey Cranes, Cooley spent seven years with the U.S. Army.

n AMY LEROIJ has been promoted to manager, professional services for WrightPlan Inc. LeRoij previously served as a senior implementation specialist.

Lifting • Securing• Mobilizing

Lifting • Securing• Mobilizing