International Cranes & Specialized Transport March 2024

EDITOR’S VIEW

Acommon theme in this month’s issue is news of acquisitions and joint venture startups in our industry. The acquisitions are concentrated in North America while the joint ventures and other news are in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia in particular. It won’t have escaped your notice that there are regular announcements of yet another Neom development project in Saudi Arabia. Of course, the amount of construction equipment and services required for that will be immense, even if only half the already announced projects come to fruition.

To build Neom you may have heard talk of as many as 20,000 tower cranes being needed. It seems like a good idea that an element of collaborative effort may be required between crane manufacturers and suppliers to help meet the demand. In our news this month we have two new joint venture enterprises, one to build tower cranes in Saudi Arabia and the other to provide heavy lifting and logistics.

A third story is the appointment of a new crane distributor in Saudi Arabia. Yet another, in the region at least, is news of ILC adding more than 30 new cranes to be based at its depots in Kuwait and Qatar. See the news starting on page 6.

Neom will also be a significant part of the Cranes and Transport middle East (CATME) conference coming up in October. We are a fair way down the track with speaker acquisition but there are still a few spaces to fill. If you have a suggestion for a topic or any other feedback I’d be very pleased to hear it. More details are in the news story on page 10.

Drawing attention to another of our projects, it is that time of year again where we begin calling for entries to the IC 100 ranking of the world’s largest crane-owning companies. Please do fill in and return the entry form, in this issue here on page 19. An online story and downloadable entry form is also available at our new website, cranebriefing.com or just send me an email.

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WORLDWIDE CONTRIBUTORS John Bowman, Australia; Graham Brent, USA; Marco van Daal Aruba; Heinz-Gert Kessel, Germany; Richard Krabbendam, Netherlands; Tim Maughan, Japan; Brent Stacey, Australia; David Weston, UK

Using ESG to attract new customers and investors, in addition to its other benefits. Niamh Marriott reports.

19 IC 100 CALL FOR ENTRIES

It is time again to start gathering fleet data and send it in to us to be ranked in our annual top list. ICST reports.

More lifting options than you might imagine for these small but mighty machines. Niamh Marriott reports.

SITE REPORT: GOING THROUGH THE ROOF

An unusual engineered solution was used to install large and heavy components through a turbine hall roof. Alex Dahm reports.

TRUCK CRANES

With a long reach and cost effective to run, a strong case can be made for truck cranes. Niamh Marriott reports.

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New from Zoomlion

Chinese crane and construction equipment manufacturer Zoomlion has launched its first hydraulic luffing jib tower crane. The 10 tonne capacity RL16510 was first shown at a customer event in Changde, on 4 February. It can be used as a luffer or, with the jib horizontal, as a flat top crane. There is one hydraulic cylinder to luff the jib and no A-frame protruding above the jib when it is in flat top mode, the manufacturer said. The RL165-10 was displayed in luffing mode.

Tadano to shut crane factory at Wallerscheid

Japanese manufacturer Tadano has announced that the company will close its Wallerscheid crane factory, one of two facilities in Zweibrücken, Germany.

The decision will put 400 jobs at risk and will take effect by mid-2025.

Tadano said the decision to close was to “streamline production capacity.”

Early reports cited declining market share, increasing competitive pressures, and persistent supply chain issues

Wagenborg adds 60 tonne hybrid all terrain

Sustainability was a key factor in Wagenborg Nedlift’s decision to add a hybrid all terrain crane. The Dutch lifting and transport specialist said customers are asking for emission-free equipment.

Wagenborg will take delivery of the 60 tonne capacity XCA60 EV hybrid all terrain crane from Chinese manufacturer XCMG. The three-

» Industrial services group STEEL RIVER in the USA has acquired crane and equipment repair specialist WHECO. It specialises in repairing accident damaged cranes. Facilities are on the US west coast and there is one in South Carolina.

“The acquisition significantly expands Steel River’s capabilities

axle XCA60 EV has a 48 metre boom and a maximum hoisting height, with 16 metre jib, of 63 metres. It was shown at the Bauma construction equipment trade show in October 2022.

Some hybrid cranes just run the upper electrically while this one can also be driven electrically, the company said.

The acquisition process began in 2019 when Wagenborg

in its existing markets, bringing expansive new facilities and additional technical expertise on board,” a company statement read.

Adding WHECO’s team of more than 60 employees, mostly on the west coast, takes the total above 250. It expands capability in mobile cranes and aerial work platforms.

as reasons for the closure.

The total Zweibrücken site area is 181,000 square metres with a construction area of 28,533 square metres and it predominantly produces city cranes and all terrain cranes.

The Wallerscheid manufacturing facility was formerly operated by Demag. Tadano acquired the two plants when the company purchased the Demag mobile crane business from Terex in 2019.

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will be moved to the TDG Dinglerstrasse factory in Zweibrücken, the Tadano Faun factory in Lauf, and a Tadano factory in Japan.

According to local reports, the Mayor of Zweibrücken pledged full co-operation to minimise the impact on the community. “We understand the gravity of the situation and are committed to working closely with Tadano, the labour unions, and other stakeholders to minimise the impact on our community,” he stated.

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approached suppliers for a serially produced hybrid AT crane. It needed to be CE-certified and approved by

» Dutch crane rental house Verschoor has expanded its fleet with the addition of its largest crane to date.

The 1,000 tonne capacity giant is a Liebherr LR 11000 lattice boom crawler crane. At the top end of the company’s rental fleet, it joins large Liebherr lattice boom wheeled crane models LG 1750 and LG 1550.

Applications for the new flagship crane include ports and infrastructure projects in addition to wind turbine work. It has already been used to erect two wind turbines at the Vanikum wind farm near

the Dutch certification and inspection body TCVT. European components in the XCA60 EV help it meet the requirements.

Verschoor’s new 1,000 tonne capacity Liebherr LR 11000 lattice boom crawler crane is the fleet flagship

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Denzai and FTE in Saudi Arabian joint venture

Specialist lifting and logistics companies Denzai from Japan and FTE from Saudi Arabia have set up a new joint venture company. The new heavy lifting, port logistics and transport company was set up as a 50:50 JV by Denzai KK (Japan) local subsidiary Denzai Arabia Co and Fawaz Ali Alshammari Co (FTE). A signing ceremony was held on 12 February in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to mark the new company’s establishment.

Commenting on his new venture

Kohki Uemura, Denzai KK chief executive officer, said, “The establishment of this joint venture with FTE Logistics, which has more than 25 years of experience in heavy lifting in Saudi Arabia, will enable us to provide integrated construction services in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, from port transportation to installation work at project sites. In this country, large-scale projects are underway to break away from dependence on oil, and we hope to contribute to the optimisation of these projects by combining the management resources of the Denzai Group and FTE Logistics.”

For his part Fawaz Alshammari, FTE chief executive, said, “The JV with Denzai, an international leader in wind farm and power plant installation, will enable the two companies to provide a world class service to the regional market. By teaming up with Denzai, FTE believe we can elevate the service standards within the industry.”

Denzai Arabia Co was set up in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, in 2023, since when the company said it has received many inquiries about constructing wind turbines, crane and heavy lifting operations in the region. “By establishing a 50:50 joint venture with FTE, a major local port and heavy lifting company, we will be able to provide a stable supply of high value-added services,” Denzai said.

FTE was set up more than 25 years ago and among its clients are Saudi Aramco, Saudi Electricity Company, plus many in the specialized transportation industry.

The JV is due to be completed by June 2024.

Members from Wolffkran and Zamil Group announcing the joint venture agreement for Saudi Arabian crane manufacturing

Wolff tower cranes to be built in Saudi Arabia

European crane manufacturer Wolffkran and the Zamil Group in Saudi Arabia have signed a joint venture agreement for the manufacture of tower cranes in the Middle East.

Wolffkran and Zamil Group aim to meet the growing demand for tower cranes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It has been estimated that as many as 20,000 tower cranes will be needed to complete the various NEOM development projects.

Construction of a tower crane manufacturing facility, now underway, will be the first of its kind in the Middle East, Wolffkran said.

the Netherlands-Germany border in North Rhine-Westphalia. The 1,000 tonner was set up with a 168 metre main boom and a 15 metre fixed lattice jib. Tower sections, the nacelle, plus the rotor and blades, were installed at a height of 169 metres.

The heaviest load on this job was the 117 tonne gearbox. One of the reasons for choosing this crane was for its lifting capacity at height. “The lifting power of the LR 11000 is enormous,” said company manager Maarten Verschoor, Junior.

Around half of the 70 crane Verschoor fleet are Liebherr.

The agreement was announced at the Private Sector Forum 2024 in Riyadh, hosted by the Public Investment Fund.

Zamil Group is an investment holding with multiple subsidiaries, including in steel fabrication, construction, engineering, and manufacturing. One is Eastern Morris Cranes, manufacturer of EOT and other factory cranes.

In addition to demand from the Saudi market, the new tower crane factory will produce tower cranes for export elsewhere in the surrounding MENA region.

» BARNHART CRANE AND RIGGING has purchased CR HOLLAND CRANE SERVICE of Forest City, Iowa, USA. The acquisition marks Barnhart’s fifth branch in Iowa, strengthening the Memphis-based company’s presence in the upper Midwest, where it also operates branches in Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska,

South Dakota and Wisconsin.

“We are pleased to join the Barnhart family as their vision and work ethic align with ours,” said Dustin Huston, vice president, CR Holland Crane Services. CR Holland Crane Service has its roots in a family business launched in 1968 that focused on moving structures.

Kuwait-based ILC received 31 Grove all terrain cranes in 2023

More than 30 new Grove AT cranes for ILC

Integrated Logistics Company (ILC) in Kuwait received 31 new Grove cranes in 2023, more than any other customer in the Middle East in the year.

Units delivered included 20 of the 100 tonne capacity GMK4100L-2, 10 of the 300 tonne GMK6300L-1, and ILC’s first GMK5250XL-1 250 tonner. Adding 20 more 100 tonners makes ILC the owner of more of this model than anyone else in the Middle East. The new cranes will be based in Kuwait and Qatar.

“After all these years working together, we have built a strong and trusting

Movers and shakers

On our share price index this month, USA-based manufacturer Terex shows an increase of 24.45 per cent compared to a year ago. Reflecting and interpreting this positive change, the company recently released its Q4 and full-year 2023 results. Its new CEO and president Simon Meester commented, “Terex is in a very good place, and I look forward to a bright future."

Meester continued, "Our annual results demonstrate significant improvement over the prior year and highlight our ability to successfully manage cost inflation and supply chain challenges.”

We can identify strong month-on-month results from Finnish crane manufacturer Konecranes with a 20.61 % increase; Japanese manufacturer Tadano which showed a 9.86 % change and Chinese manufacturer XCMG with its 6.42 % increase from last month. XCMG has built a global market model with a mix of overseas plants, mergers and acquisitions.

relationship with Manitowoc, and Grove is our favourite brand because of the high build quality of its cranes,” said Saleh Al Huwaidi, Integrated Logistics Company chief executive. "The tough Mercedes engines, superb Allison and Mercedes gearboxes, Megatrak suspension, and highly efficient hydraulic and electrical systems combine with a strong structure to provide the reliability and durability demanded by our customers. Our maintenance costs have reduced thanks to the cranes’ reliability, and we’ve had no major problems."

» Heavy lift hydraulic system specialist Enerpac in the Netherlands has completed factory acceptance testing on a new system for German customer Lastro Heavylift.

The JS-250 hydraulic jack up lifting system was tested at the factory in Hengelo by lifting a 660 tonne load to a height of 15 metres. Capacity of the JS-250, configured with four lifting towers, is 1,400 tonnes to a height of 5 metres.

Acquisitions is the name of the game for continued growth for many companies. A good example is USA-headquartered lifting and logistics contractor Barnhart Crane and Rigging, which has purchased several companies in quick succession.

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Sam Moyer, general manager at All Tower Crane – one of the fastest growing tower crane rental businesses in North America – will give the keynote address at the Tower Cranes North America (TCNA) conference in

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Cranes and Transport Middle East (CATME) 2024 call for speakers

Companies and individuals in the business of lifting and-or the specialized transport industry are invited to submit proposals to speak at the 2024 Cranes and Transport middle East (CATME) conference. It will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 1 and 2 October.

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How companies are using ESG initiatives to not only create a safe and diverse workplace and reduce the industry’s impact on the environment, but also attract new customers and investors. NIAMH MARRIOTT reports

ENVIRONMENTAL

The environmental part of ESG initiatives includes management of resources to reduce waste and carbon emissions. Given the climate crisis, it is clearly vital that companies urgently adopt policies to lessen the damaging effects of burning fossil fuels and reduce their energy consumption. Having an ESG initiative in place could help track key sustainability metrics and then reducing greenhouse gas emissions and making positive changes to improve energy efficiency.

SOCIAL

The social part helps to ensure a business is working in a way that considers matters of equality, diversity and human rights throughout its operations, as well as community outreach initiatives that benefit local communities and infrastructure. It covers issues of labour rights, privacy and data security, and will offer guidance and support for antidiscrimination, modern day slavery and health and safety policies.

GOVERNANCE

Governance relates to how transparent a company’s operations are and looks at establishing positive board and director practices, as well as corporate governance, behaviour and accounting. Guidance would be offered on antibribery and corruption matters and there would be specific guidelines for dealing with decision making and leadership.

As part of its environment initiatives, BMS invested in a large electric crane for wind energy work

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Environmental, social and governance (ESG) refers to a set of standards that ensure companies work ethically and sustainably with transparent operations. Though not a requirement globally for all sizes of company, the largest in our industry are adopting these initiatives to promote how a socially conscious and environmentally friendly business can also be profitable.

COMPANY CULTURE

International heavy lift and transport specialist Sarens is dedicated to change and is leading the way with ESG by embedding initiatives into its company culture.

“We believe that it is time to act and ESG is the best framework to get companies like us and other corporations across the board moving,” says a spokesperson.

“The effectiveness of ESG relies exclusively on the level of dedication and resources that each organisation dedicates to it. In our experience, the key is found in setting up smart ESG targets that are monitored from each organisation’s business unit so that the change can be seen in all levels of an organisation.

“At Sarens, we’re involved in a sphere of activities that reflect our commitment to the environment, our society, and principles of corporate governance.”

Some of the company’s proudest achievements include building the world’s first green giant crane, the SGC-90, which can be connected to the electricity grid and can produce its own energy. It has formed

partnerships with major players in the wind energy and nuclear power sectors.

GREEN FLEET

Sarens is also investing in new hybrid cranes and its trucks are undergoing a green transition, too.

“Each new truck to join our European fleet complies with the latest Euro 6 emissions standards. We’re steadily building a more sustainable fleet as we replace older, higher-polluting equipment.

The company is also researching electric power packs for use with self propelled modular transporter (SPMT). It uses biodegradable oil for all its barge hydraulic systems to protect the marine ecosystems where it operates.

Its Belgian headquarters boasts more than 3,000 solar panels and there are plans for further solar energy installations at its offices across Europe and beyond. It promotes sustainable practices such as recycling across all its sites.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Sarens’ social initiatives include Sarens Women+, the first women-focused publication in the heavy lifting industry and is proud to employ a diverse workforce with professionals representing more than 80 nationalities.

Sarens uses education and training as a way to embrace its social values, from developing a free training centre for riggers and crane operators in Kazakhstan to co-operating with a technical high school in Poland.

When it comes to corporate governance, Sarens aims to work ethically, using a strict code of conduct to stand against corruption, having a continued dedication to upholding human rights and boasting a company core value of respect for people.

Sarens’ ESG efforts have been acknowledged with a bronze EcoVadis recognition award. The award recognised its particularly strong progress in labour, human rights and environment categories.

Other companies are looking at training the new generation of the industry through ESG outputs. For example, Hiab has The Hiab Global Graduate programme, a 15-month, full-time paid programme for young tech talents.

Like manufacturer Liebherr, it has apprenticeship programmes throughout Europe that combine traditional education and practical learning.

Hiab looks at its company structure and decision-making from an ESG framework.

“Hiab and Cargotec operate in a complex global environment, and our industry is exposed to ethics and compliance risks related to, for example, bidding for large projects and using sales intermediaries,” says the spokesperson. “With our strong governance practices and commitment to integrity, we can make a positive impact in our value chain and industry by setting an example for all our stakeholders.”

LIFTING THE FUTURE

International heavy lift and transport specialist Mammoet sees sustainability as an important factor in the future of the heavy lifting and transport industry.

Electrifying fleets of cranes and selfpropelled trailers has for years felt like a pipe dream, Mammoet says. Recent developments, however, mean an entire project can now be done without engine

Japanese manufacturer Tadano uses an ESG framework to engage in the protection of the environment with activities such as beach cleaning and forestation activities

exhaust emissions. This is achieved using equipment already introduced to the market. Sustainability in heavy industry offers big rewards for sufficiently adaptable companies, Mammoet says.

Investment has been made at Mammoet to be less reliant on diesel and to offer customers a choice of alternatives. Existing equipment, including the electric self propelled modular transporter (SPMT) and the SK series of super heavy lift cranes, allows the company to serve the entire site lifting and transport scope of a project.

POWERFUL IMPACT

Japanese crane manufacturer Tadano says it believes “that engaging in ESG initiatives can have a positive impact not only on our business but also can empower investors and stakeholders to drive sustainable policies and practices in the whole industry.

It says it feels a responsibility as a major manufacturer to lead the way to new sustainable solutions.

“Our advice is to be focused and keep implementing ESG initiatives, as it not only benefits company business but it can bring about important changes in society.”

Tadano has set itself environment targets and is heavily investing in green technologies for its cranes. In December 2023, the company launched the first fully electrified rough terrain crane EVolt eGR250N for the Japanese market. It is planning the launch of another electrified rough

Tadano’s electrified rough terrain crane EVolt eGR-250N is already available for the Japanese market

terrain crane for the USA and Canada.

At the Bauma 2022 trade show, Tadano presented its AC 4.070-1 Hybrid concept study, which is in a testing programme.

The company is also looking to green steel manufacturing. A spokesperson says, “Green steel embodies a significant shift towards eco-conscious manufacturing. By prioritising renewable energy sources, minimising waste, and reducing carbon emissions during production, green steel contributes to a cleaner and more sustainable industrial landscape.”

To ensure the ethical treatment of workers along the supply chain, the Tadano Group has established the Tadano Group CSR Charter and the Tadano Group Compliance Regulations that define principles for coexistence with business associates, ethical and environmental considerations, and fair procurement activities.

MINIMISING EMISSIONS

Denmark-based crane rental and heavy lifting specialist BMS Group says it is an important priority for the company to actively contribute to the green transition, stating they see it as “a natural obligation for us to continuously minimise emissions of carbon dioxide and other hazardous particles within our field of work.”

“We continuously monitor the development of the crane market closely,” says a spokesperson. “We purchase the greenest possible equipment; either fully electric cranes or hybrid cranes that are

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“Electric or hybrid cranes can save more than 100 kg of carbon dioxide in a normal eight-hour working day compared to diesel cranes. Last year BMS invested in the largest electrically driven crane in the world - a ringer crane for wind energy work.

“When it comes to fuel it is possible to take quite far-reaching environmental considerations into account by using alternative fuels rather than traditional diesel. BMS has chosen to give our customers the opportunity to choose HVO [hydrotreated vegetable oil] fuel instead of traditional diesel, which reduces CO2 emissions by up to 90 per cent.

“We work on optimising and recycling existing products. When relevant we keep and repair our equipment for longer instead of exchanging for new ones in order to conserve the earth’s resources.“

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The specialized transport sector is also making green moves. Portugal-based transport company Laso has been investing in sustainable options to modernise its fleet and reduce emissions, including purchasing eight Tesla electric vehicles and ensuring more than 90 % of its fleet complies with the Euro 6 standards.

“Investment in less polluting vehicles

in this type of vehicle, we seek to raise awareness among our drivers about less polluting driving, particularly through the Eco-drive system and awareness-raising actions,” says a spokesperson.

Crane rental company Hovago Cranes says it believes the proper observance of ESG initiatives will lead to a better long-term financial performance of the company. “Our recommendation to fellow organisations is to establish clear targets to strive for in order to drive tangible outcomes,” says a spokesperson.

“Environment is one of the most important pillars of our ESG strategy, Hovago has a large fleet of mobile cranes with combustion engines and our company’s goal is to reduce the carbon footprint” through investment in modern engines. Recycling and solar panels are in place at its facilities.

For its social initiatives, Hovago Cranes is part of the ProDelta Holding which is involved in various national and international projects that are aimed at the development of young people who have few opportunities, regardless of nationality, religion, political views or gender.

“We believe that learning and cultural education is the best way to offer future prospects,” Hovago adds.

TRAINING THE INDUSTRY

construction industry. This industry can be quite resource intensive.

“We think that ESG initiatives are important in the current climate to not only ensure that all businesses are doing their part but also to drive innovation on more efficient, more resource-savvy building and operating techniques. Our advice would be to share your best ESG practices within the industry and talk to others about it; even [with] competitors. Transparency in ESG builds trust with your stakeholders and has the ability to elevate the whole industry if everyone is aware of the latest cuttingedge ESG strategies and technologies.

In its manufacturing facility in Quebec, Canada, 94 per cent of its electricity comes from hydroelectric dams. It is also working on reducing the weight of its hardware and reduce the number of computers required to run the simulations, saving emissions with transport of its kit. It is also currently exploring the simulation of electric and

ACCESSORIES FOR HYDRAULIC CRANES IN THE LIFTING AND HANDLING MARKET

Hovago Cranes says ESG initiatives will lead to a better long-term financial performance

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It’s time to enter International Cranes and Specialized Transport magazine’s annual IC100 (formerly IC50) listing which ranks the world’s largest crane companies

The IC100 is the original industry ranking of the largest crane operating companies in the world and each year it grows in popularity. We’ve already received some enquiries for entries, so, if your company has not yet taken part, this is your chance to ensure it has a chance to take a position in the listing.

We calculate the IC100 figure by totalling the maximum load moment rating, in tonnemetres, of all wheeled mobile and lattice boom cranes in your fleet as at 6 May 2024.

Simply fill out the IC100 form over the page and submit it to us. If you send us a list of the cranes in your fleet, which would be helpful, please include the make, model, type, capacity and number of units for each model.

If you have any questions regarding the form, or require help representing tonnemetres, contact the editor, Alex Dahm, by phone: +44 (0)1892 786206 or, e-mail: alex.dahm@khl.com

EDITOR’S IC 100 NOTES

1 All IC Index figures should be given as a maximum load moment rating in tonne-metres.

2 Tower cranes are not included in the IC Index. Please ensure that there are no figures for this equipment in your calculations – if you have tower cranes please request an IC Tower Index entry form.

3 Alternative lifting equipment is no longer included in the IC Index. Please ensure there are no figures for this equipment in your calculations or submissions.

4 Figures in the IC Index for crawler and wheeled mobile cranes should include an allowance for any super lift attachments that you own.

5 The IC Index should include all cranes that are in your fleet as of 6 May this year. Do not include cranes you have ordered but that have not yet been delivered.

6 To help illustrate the IC100 editorial in the magazine it would be great if you could include some photographs, perhaps showing your cranes in action, with a few details. They will be considered for publication.

IC 100 CALL FOR ENTRIES

Please read the form and the notes on the previous page carefully. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the team

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EVENT DETAILS

WHAT: Intermat 2024 construction industry trade show

WHEN: 24 to 27 April 2024

WHERE: Parc des Expositions, Villepinte, Paris, France

OPENING HOURS: 09.00 to 18.00 daily

MORE INFORMATION: www.intermatconstruction.com

SELECTED EXHIBITORS

Some of the crane and transport equipment manufacturers exhibiting at Intermat 2024 at the time of writing in late February.

■ Fassi

■ Faymonville

■ Kässbohrer

■ Kobelco

■ Liebherr

■ Locatelli

■ Maeda

■ Marchetti

■ Nooteboom

■ Palazzani

■ Sany

■ Sunward

■ Zoomlion

A date in Paris

The Intermat construction industry trade show returns after a six-year absence. ICST previews the event ahead of a show guide in next month’s issue

Construction machinery trade fair

Intermat is coming up fast, once again at the Parc des Expositions de Villepinte, near Paris, France.

Following cancellation of the 2021 event due to the Covid pandemic, Intermat, which normally runs every three years, this time is from 24 to 27 April 2024. Much has changed in the industry since 2018, making this a must-attend event to see the latest developments in products and services helping to make the industry more efficient and sustainable.

With an eye on sustainability, the event organiser has shortened Intermat 2024 from six to four days, in a bid to save energy and reduce emissions. It will be divided into five main categories: lifting and handling; earthmoving, demolition and transportation; roads, materials and foundations; building, civil engineering and concrete; and the fifth element, new for Intermat 2024, is new technologies and energies.

In addition to the indoor and outdoor exhibitor stands, there will be the usual demonstration area where machines can be operated in real-world conditions.

Christian Lecarpentier, Intermat director, told Andy Brown, editor of ICST sister publication International Construction, “We should reach 1,000 exhibitors by April, at least 1,000 brands will be present.” He added that the show is on track to achieve its floor space target of 80,000 square metres.

GLOBAL REACH

The 2018 event attracted about 1,500 exhibitors and 180,000 visitors.

A majority of visitors will be from Europe but Intermat is positioned as an international show and 70 per cent of the exhibitors are from outside France. Carpentier says they’ve been working to attract people from Asia, India, Africa and America.

With the Parc des Expositions de Villepinte easily accessible from central Paris, and with Charles de Gaulle airport on its doorstep, Intermat is one of the most accessible construction trade shows on the calendar. Combine that with the range of new technology on display and it will be a show not to be missed. ■

Intermat is billed as the construction solutions and technology exhibition

Thousands of pieces of US Army equipment awaiting transport

US Army awards $155 million trailer contract

Specialized transport equipment maker

Talbert Manufacturing in Indiana, USA, has been awarded a contract to supply semi-trailers and associated items to the US Army under a five year deal worth US$ 155,171,315.

The 5 February contract, from Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal, Michigan, is for the M872A4 semitrailer

which has a capacity of 34 US tons (30.8 tonnes) and can be used for breakbulk or containerised loads.

Adapted from a commercial model it is an over-the-road type trailer that can carry one 40 foot ISO shipping container or two 20 foot containers. It can also carry pallets, light combat and tactical vehicles.

“The M872A4 supports sustainment

operations and freedom of movement and is critical for moving large volumes of cargo supporting full-spectrum military operations,” according to the US Army description.

The US Department of Defense said its Army Contracting Command received one bid for this contract. The contract is expected to be completed January 2028. n

EU vote backs heavy transport reforms

Long-standing proposals for reform and harmonisation of the rules governing heavy specialized transport and abnormal loads throughout the European Union have cleared a crucial hurdle.

The proposals made by the European association for abnormal road transport and mobile cranes (ESTA) were part of the EU’s revised Weights and Dimensions Directive (96/53). The revised Directive was before the Transport and Tourism (TRAN) Committee of the European Parliament. On 14 February the TRAN Committee backed the revisions with 26 votes in favour, 11 against and one abstention.

By April those revisions are expected to be ratified by the full European Parliament.

ESTA said the revisions include the long-awaited Europe-wide adoption of the standard SERT documentation for abnormal load vehicle registration – a move the association has supported for many years.

SERT is the Special European Registration for Trucks and Trailers. It is intended to reduce the paperwork and bureaucracy faced by the industry. The

scheme formed part of the European Best Practice Guidelines for Abnormal Road Transport, first published in a European Commission Transport Directive back in 2005 but only adopted by a small number of member states.

The Weights and Dimensions Directive sets maximum authorised dimensions of heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) used in national and international commercial transport and the maximum authorised weights of HDVs used in international commercial transport.

The aim is to ensure fair competition. It means member states cannot restrict the circulation of vehicles which comply with these limits from performing international transport operations within their territories.

If accepted in full, the newly revised directive will also require EU member states to have a single access point for all information regarding national maximum authorised dimensions and weights of vehicles, as well as any restrictions, including on height.

And it commits the European Commission to establish a web portal which

OTHER ELEMENTS OF THE PROPOSAL:

■ a ‘one stop shop’ per country for transport permits

■ standardised permit application forms

■ use of electronic permits

■ harmonisation of escorting rules and vehicle markings

■ a ban on language requirements for drivers

■ permitting systems to be available in all EU languages.

will contain all the above information.

Commenting on the vote Ton Klijn, ESTA director, said, “We are pleased with the progress we have made in recent months but there is a long way to go yet." n

Daseke to be acquired by TFI International

North American specialized transport operator Daseke will be acquired by TFI International in an all cash transaction worth US$1.1 billion.

TFI is a Canadian general transport and logistics company that has made 126 acquisitions in the USA and Canada since 2008. Daseke is more involved in specialized transport. It has a fleet of 4,900 tractors, 11,000 flatbed and specialized trailers, plus one million square feet of industrial warehousing.

Daseke is the sixth largest specialized transport company in the world according to the 2023 IC Transport 50 ranking. In the ACT Transport 50 ranking, just for North America, Daseke is ranked in second place.

When the acquisition deal closes Daseke stock will no longer be listed on stock exchanges and its brands will be operated under TFI International’s Truckload segment. Total annual revenue for this combined TFI and Daseke segment is forecast to be $3.6 billion.

Commenting on the move Alain Bédard, TFI International chairman, president and chief executive officer, said, “This attractive acquisition is highly complementary to our existing operations and scales our

TRANSWORLD MOVES TO OPEN SOURCE TECHNOLOGY

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA-based TransWorld Manufacturing has taken a change of direction. It will cease accepting new orders, complete production of current orders and open source its technology. The manufacturing company specializing in the production of equipment for the crane, lifting and heavy haul industries, will repurpose its facility and focus on offering design, engineering and consulting services.

Truckload segment into a leading North American truckload transportation and logistics business. Daseke’s deep expertise in servicing a broad portfolio of specialized and industrial end markets is critical given the relative strength of specialized market dynamics today.”

For his part Jonathan Shepko, Daseke chief executive officer, said, “We believe this transaction to be a tremendous outcome for our Daseke shareholders and is consistent with our stated priority of progressing opportunities that maximise value for our shareholders.

The deal received unanimous approval by Texas, USA-based Daseke’s board of directors and the TFI board. n

Total Movements delivers for ADNOC

Total Movements, member of the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) in India, handled a demanding transport of over dimensional cargo (ODC) from port in India to the project site in UAE.

The loads were large diameter and heavy refinery vessels. One of the vessels weighed more than 600 tonnes and was 18 metres in diameter. This meant a comprehensive inspection and technical study was done to plan the entire transport. Its diameter also meant a suitable vessel had to be found, one that could carry such large pieces. The same applied for the barges and tugs at the UAE end of the specialized transport job. Risk was presented by the danger of cyclones.

The work comprised loading the ODCs

weighing 615 tonnes and 361 tonnes, plus accessories, onto the vessel at the load port, shipping to UAE, unloading and discharging the ODCs onto the barge, barging to the jetty near the project site, rolling off and transporting to the site." n

Total Movements transported an 18 metre diameter vessel weighing 615 tonnes from India to UAE

“We will still support the boom dolly industry by running profiles and designing towers. We are still offering design, engineering and consulting services,” explained Crystal Dieleman, TransWorld manufacturing president.

Transworld still owns the IP for boom launchers, schnabel systems and self steer heavy haul trailers.

The decision to stop taking orders comes as TransWorld Manufacturing embraces a new direction aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration within the heavy lift and heavy haul industry, the company said.

To achieve this, TransWorld will be making its entire portfolio of designs for spreader bars, lifting beams, outrigger mats, baskets, and boom dollies available to anyone for a small fee.

“We are excited to announce the transition towards open sourcing our technology,” said Dieleman. “By making our designs available, we aim to drive positive change within the industry.”

Daseke is the sixth largest specialized transport company in the world PHOTO: DASEKE

The big benefit of using a mini crawler crane is its small size but these models offer a surprisingly large variety of lifting options. NIAMH MARRIOTT reports

Compact power

Mini crawler cranes enable crane operations that were previously not possible, says manufacturer Unic.

“These convenient machines, which are still relatively unknown to many, can be used for a wide variety of purposes, such as installing windows from rooftops, setting up artwork in museums, and performing underground work.

“Mini crawler cranes enable crane operations in narrow places where other machines cannot enter. Their small bodies can go through regular doors and enter elevators to perform crane work on higher floors without scratching the flooring thanks to their rubber crawlers.

“Moreover, electric motor models and battery-powered models that do not emit noxious gases allow for safe indoor operation.

Mini crawlers can also be used when accessing restricted site locations as the

Italian manufacturer Jekko based its new crawler on a previous design with new improvements

angles and orientations of the crane’s outriggers can be adjusted to suit a variety of locations.

MINI INVESTMENT

Perhaps stretching the 'mini' theme, UK-based crane rental company AGD Equipment launched the Sennebogen 613, a 15 tonne capacity telescopic crawler crane to UK and Irish markets. AGD is Sennebogen dealer for the UK and Ireland, selling cranes as well as renting them.

“We sold two to a contractor working at the Tideway job in London a few years ago where they have been working on shafts too,” says a spokesperson for the company.

“We have invested in three of these cranes and so far have found good utilisation for them.”

The machines boast a Tier 5 engine which ticks all the boxes for the London NRMM regulations and HS2. One has already worked on the UK railway project HS2 site at Old Oak Common in London.

Elsewhere in the UK, a small Sennebogen is at work aiding the servicing of a shaft at the Rye Mead Sewage Treatment Works in Hertfordshire for client Barhale.

The high vision cab is ideal for working over shafts to give the operator optimum vision, the company spokesperson adds.

RANGE OF OPTIONS

Italian manufacturer Jekko boasts several mini crawler cranes in its range. The company says its JF235, launched at the end of 2022, is a “chain link between truck cranes and mini cranes.” Currently the smallest model in the range, the design grew from Jekko’s JF545 but has new and improved features.

The JF235 sets the bar higher in comparison with the JF545, Jekko says.

AGD’s Sennebogen crawler crane aiding the servicing of a shaft in the UK

The counterweight, previously located externally on the rear of the crane, is now built in the frame to eliminate the space occupied by the rotating turret at the back of the machine.

The model is fitted with four independent stabilisers directly controlled from the remote. Each stabiliser has a double extension and can rotate by 0 to 45 degrees. The stability level is calculated automatically and displayed both on the remote control and on the onboard screen which, Jekko says, improves safety and stability.

Fitted with a four-extension main boom and a four-extension jib, it can lift up to 6,150 kg and reach a maximum height of 15

“[Mini crawlers] are the ideal ally for industrial maintenance or building.”

JEKKO, Italian crane manufacturer

Jekko’s other latest offering, its SPX328 mini crane, focuses on simplicity and has been designed for all crane operators of any skill level. It was first shown at the ConExpo 2023 exhibition in Las Vegas, USA.

The crawler crane weighs 2.3 tonnes, with a load capacity of 2.8 tonnes, a maximum height with main boom of 10.5 metres and, with jib, of 12.8 metres. This model is 2.95 metres long, 1.61 metres high and is powered by lithium-ion batteries.

It also has the first 100 per cent electric jib totally independent from the mini crane hydraulics and operated with a dedicated radio control.

Fascan International, the Jekko dealer in the USA, showcased 11 products at the show, including the SPX328, JF235 and MPK20R models launched in October 2022.

SMART SOLUTIONS

The touchscreen can be operated while wearing work gloves and displays real time data, including the maximum payload at a certain point and the exact position of the load. It has an antishock function meaning operators can prevent the weight of a load being snatched off the ground when lifting and it has a self-levelling function that automatically corrects the position.

metres with the main boom and 25 metres with its jib. It is still compact in size, at just 4.74 metres long, 1.6 metres wide and 2.6 metres high.

Powered by a hybrid design, the crane has both a traditional engine and an electric power pack.

The company says it is “the ideal ally for industrial maintenance, installation of glazed windows and doors, building applications as well as new ones such as in the forest sector.”

Jekko’s JF235 boasts hydraulic accessories including a jib

MINI CRAWLER CRANES

The crane tracks kick down and it has a hook recovery system. It secures the pulley block in a firm position while travelling with the crane, preventing it from swinging and bumping. The hook can be stored inside the arm without removing it, which Jekko says reduces downtime and speeds up assembly.

A pump speed control function allows adjustment to the speed of movement and all the crane’s accessories can be stored on board.

For stabilisation, there are three rotation and two articulation angles, plus two extension positions for each outrigger.

GREEN MOVES

Having the possibility of being electric is an ideal fit for the applications and capabilities of mini crawler cranes.

The angles and orientations of the crane’s outriggers can be adjusted to suit the site

UK-based GGR Group’s range of mini crawlers includes its TMC 525 articulated crawler crane with a capacity of 14 tonnes and a maximum lift height of 32 metres. It benefits from continuous slewing which gives good control for load placement, and it can travel on rough or uneven terrain, and slopes. Data can be fed back to the operator via the remote control transmitter during lifting operations.

Now, there is also an electric version. The lithium-ion battery-powered TMC25 retains all the compact dimensions and lifting power of the diesel variant, GGR says.

Elsewhere in the UK, crane rental company City Lifting recently took delivery of two Maeda mini crawlers – a CC985 and CC 1908.

The 4.8 tonne capacity CC985 offers tip heights of up to 17.6 metres and has an optional telescopic boom extension that can take the tip height to 22 metres.

The 8.1 tonne capacity CC 1908 has a maximum tip height of 21.5 metres and a maximum radius of 19.2 metres. It is powered by a Stage V engine and can pick and carry almost 4 tonnes. Its compact size, with a width of 2.5 metres, ensures it can access awkward sites and boasts modern cabin features such as a touchscreen display and safety camera.

These mini marvels are already proving their worth on sites around the world and are on a track to even greater popularity for a wide range of projects. ■

Mini crawlers enable operations in narrow places where other machines cannot enter

Spectacular night time view of the site with the turbine about to be lowered into position

An unusual engineered solution was used to install large and heavy components through a turbine hall roof.

Alex Dahm reports

Allelys goes through the roof

In a bid to minimise site disruption on a project in the UK, specialist Allelys used a crane to lower large and heavy components in through the roof of a building under construction.

Allelys installed a turbine and a generator through the roof of the new turbine hall at a height of 22.3 metres. Largest of the two was the 160 tonne turbine measuring 7.8 x 5.35 x 4.6 metres (length, width, height). It arrived by ship at

The Liebherr LG 1550 lattice boom wheeled crane lifting the turbine more than 22 metres in the air before lowering it into the building through the roof

Goole docks in the north east of England where Allelys used its Liebherr LG 1550 lattice boom wheeled mobile crane to unload it. The crane positioned the turbine on stools for temporary storage.

When the site was ready to receive the turbine Allelys built a 24 axle girder frame trailer around it while it was still on the stools. It was then a case of raising it hydraulically to clear the stools so it could be transported around 33 miles

(50 km) to Skelton Grange.

The Skelton Grange project is a combined heat and power waste to energy facility under construction on the south east side of Leeds. It will have the capacity to process 410,000 tonnes of waste into 49 MW of electricity.

“Prior to the transport phase, Allelys completed route surveys and transport arrangement designs as well as swept path analysis for the journey through site. Our engineering reports identified two structures that required to be negotiated on site, Wyke Beck Bridge and Effluent Culvert,” explained Garnaud Tsika, Allelys commercial manager.

“Assessments were completed on both of these structures prior to project award. The assessments detailed that using a 16 axle girder frame, typical for the size and weight of this unit, wasn’t suitable, therefore we designed a solution to use a bigger and lighter frame to overcome these challenges, which enabled the route to be cleared,” Tsika continued.

GETTING THERE

Along the route there was a night time closure of the A1 main highway so

the central reservation between the carriageways could be opened up for the transport to pass through and join the M1 motorway. Space restrictions on site meant transferring the turbine from the girder frame onto 12 axle lines of self propelled modular transporter (SPMT).

Once it arrived within the capacity radius of the 550 tonne capacity LG 1550 the crane lifted it into the turbine hall through a hole in the roof of the building.

A similar procedure was followed for the second component, a 96 tonne generator. It was temporarily stooled off before being transported, using the same 12 axle SPMT, to within reach of the crane for lifting.

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“The turbine hall was still in construction and there was a number of restrictions we needed to adhere to, including the precise planning required to modify the crane location and position the outriggers due to non-load bearing areas,” Garnaud Tsika explained.

The 22.3 metre building height meant the LG 1550 was configured with a luffing jib. Both components were carefully lifted and placed directly onto their final positions while the Allelys team negotiated the limited clearance alll round. ■

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Preparations underway to lift the 160 tonne turbine from the SPMT

Precise placement was required on the foundation

TRUCK CRANES

“What’s great about truck cranes is that they can be used in a number of different applications – they’re quite flexible machines,” says JJ Grace, product manager for truck-mounted cranes at Manitowoc.

“Truck cranes can really do any kind of work. General construction, housing, HVAC. They can be used in oil fields.”

COST EFFECTIVE

Depending on the job and transport requirements of a project, a truck crane can be a more cost-efficient solution than other crane types.

USA-based crane manufacturer LinkBelt Cranes says, “a truck crane, depending on the market and machine size may be able to transport some or all its counterweight stack. This provides huge cost savings for the customer in reducing the need for overflow truckloads and time savings when setting the machine up on the job site.”

Link-Belt’s most recent truck crane is the 110 tonne capacity 120|HTLB truck crane, which was first shown at the ConExpo 2023 construction equipment exhibition in Las Vegas, USA.

The 120|HTLB offers a reach of 60 metres and boasts a seven section pin and latch boom with optional 17.7 metre two or three-piece offset SmartFly that combines for a maximum tip height of 80.3 metres.

LONGER BOOM

With long reaching capabilities, road ready truck cranes are a cost-effective solution for many different projects. NIAMH

MARRIOTT reports

On the road

Japanese manufacturer Tadano launched its GT-800XL-2 truck crane for the US market at the ConExpo 2023 trade show

“Phase two of the 120|HT project included an option for a longer boom,” says Andrew Soper, product manager for telescopic truck and all terrain cranes.

“The customer feedback and buyin from the 120|HT since its launch in 2021 highlighted that cranes’ overall

performance in the market. Customer fleets across North America are looking for this combination of reach and chart.”

The 120|HTLB is built on the same platform as the 120|HT and has improved disc brakes and V-CALC outrigger positioning. Power comes from a Cummins X12 engine and the machine can move at speeds up to 62 miles per hour (100 km/h).

The truck crane also has Link-Belt’s

Smart Stack counterweight detection system which the company says makes counterweight setup easier.

Link-Belt says it has maintained excellent capacities with its latest model, which still charts competitively with similarly sized four-axle all terrain cranes in the market.

TECH UP

Japanese manufacturer Tadano announced two new truck cranes for the US and Canadian markets at ConExpo 2023 –GT-1200XL-2 and GT-800XL-2.

Also powered by a Cummins X12 engine, the GT-1200XL-2 has a pinned five section 51 metre boom, while the GT-800XL-2 boasts a full-power five section 47 metre boom.

Leveraging technology from its rough terrain range, the models carry a whole host of features, including Tadano’s crane control system AML-E, new cab tilt functionality, Smart Chart system, and telematics system Hello-Net.

Tadano’s customer-centric approach to design incorporates regional road regulations.

“Regional traffic regulations and permitting requirements play a significant role in determining the design of truck cranes,” says a spokesperson for the Tadano company.

“Parameters such as carrier width, axle distance, and counterweights are carefully considered to ensure compliance and flexibility in meeting various regulatory standards. By incorporating these elements into the design, we can ensure that our

Tadano’s GT-750EL-3 truck crane can be adapted for

Link-Belt’s latest truck crane, the 110 tonne capacity 120|HTLB, was first shown at the 2023 ConExpo construction equipment exhibition

Grove’s TTS9000-2 is a rear-steer version of its 100 tonne capacity truck mounted crane

truck cranes can easily navigate different jurisdictions without logistical hindrances.”

Tadano’s other models, the GT-300EL-3, GT-600EL-3 and GT-750EL-3, are sold in various global markets, including Asia, Oceania and Central and South America. They can be adapted to different local regulations, such as having the steering wheel on the left or right, for example.

ROAD REGULATIONS

Other manufacturers look at regional requirements when designing a new truck crane. Manufacturer Manitowoc designed its TMS875-2 specifically for California, USA. When it comes to designing and implementing new crane technology, Link-Belt says it responds to its customer demands whilst also tracking regulatory changes in the country.

“Road regulations change frequently between regions in the US and we constantly track these changes through industry partners such as the SC&RA,” says Link-Belt. “Ever-changing emission requirements are also a factor when designing new truck cranes.

TRUCK CRANES

regulations and want to see strong load charts for those weights. The goal is to eliminate fall-off loads. Every fall-off load the customer takes costs time and money.

“Ample storage space on the crane is another common request by customers. They want to haul as much gear as possible on the crane and cut an extra truck. Tow hitches are becoming more popular with customers to pull a trailer or small pickup truck behind the crane.

“Across the Grove truck crane range, as road laws keep getting stricter, we strive to strike a balance between higher capacities, more boom length and weight.

The latest Grove truck cranes are the TTS9000-2, the TMS800-2, and the TMS8752. These models have new advantages over previous units, including the CCS (Crane Control System), which is now in its entire truck crane lineup and the carriers are lighter so they can be on the road in more US states.

“When comparing the TMS800-2 with its older model, we have a series of operator comfort and ergonomics improvements, such as cabins with more space, and upgraded control panels.

Link-Belt offers models for different regions. For the North American market, it offers EPA and CARB compliant engine packages for its single engine cranes (65|HT, HTC-8675, HTC-86100, HTC-86110 and 120|HT).

“When Link-Belt designs a truck crane, we are building a crane from the ground up. We can position axles or change the frame design to get the best transport and lift performance.”

CUSTOMER CONSIDERATIONS

“The voice of the customer is always essential, but we also try to stay ahead of the game. In the design phase we must produce on-highway products that are transportable in all 50 states and Canada.”

Customer concerns also dictate crane design at Manitowoc, “Customers are concerned about weight,” adds Grace. “They want to carry the most amount of counterweight while meeting roading

“Another major point is our lifting capacities,” adds Grace. “They have increased dramatically in recent years. The TMS800-2 is about 50 per cent stronger than its previous model, making it more competitive in the market. By lightening up the carrier we can carry more counterweights, which means stronger charts. Whether it be taxi configurations or if your guy takes a fall-off load and brings the other counterweights, there are huge advantages from the older models to our new cranes.”

New and updated truck cranes continue to be launched to meet the various parameters of road regulations. Manufacturer Tadano says to “stay tuned,” suggesting even newer models are on their way to market. ■

A power luffing extension is available on Grove’s TTS9000-2 truck crane

How cyber-aware are you?

It’s no longer a secret that as the construction and transport industries increasingly adopt digital technologies, automation and interconnected systems, they become more susceptible to cyberthreats. Within that reality, cybercriminals continually adapt their tactics, techniques and procedures so staying informed is crucial for individuals and organisations alike.

As 2024 unfolds, some of the latest hacking schemes to keep an eye on might comprise a modified take on some of the classics, while others are newly minted debut efforts.

On the newer side, ChatGPT has become a legitimate tool for businesses, as well as hackers. Cybercriminals can use the AI chatbot to draft phishing emails and codes, generating multiple scripts easily with slight variations on wording. Researchers are also seeing AI-generated malware that is much harder to detect.

Post-Covid, we’ve all got used to the QR code, but QR codes and cashless payments are giving cybercriminals an open invitation to

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Ed Bernard

Precision Specialized, Ontario, Canada

PRESIDENT

Scott Bragg

Bragg Companies, Long Beach, California, USA

VICE PRESIDENT

J Rozum

MSA Delivery Service, Canton, Michigan, USA

TREASURER

Michael Vlaming

Vlaming & Associates, Vallejo, California, USA

ASSISTANT TREASURER

Jim Sever

PSC Crane & Rigging, Piqua, Ohio, USA

ALLIED INDUSTRIES GROUP

Tonya Fry

Harry Fry & Associates, West Newbury, Massachusetts, USA

CRANE

& RIGGING GROUP

Jeremy Landry

Deep South Crane & Rigging, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA

TRANSPORTATION GROUP

Louis Juneau

NOVA Permits & Pilot Cars, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

SC&R FOUNDATION

PRESIDENT

Jennifer Gabel

JK Crane, Kenvil, New Jersey, USA

VICE PRESIDENT

Kate Landry

Deep South Crane & Rigging, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA

TREASURER

Brent Hutton

TruckStop.com, New Plymouth, Idaho, USA

steal sensitive data. All they need is a company flyer or related document. From there, they switch the existing QR code with their own infected one. You can imagine the rest.

Moreover, last year, the cybercrime industry saw the emergence of SaaS-based (Software as a Service) phishing, whereby hackers hijack legitimate software and create a credential-stealing page that looks like an authentic login page (for emails, calendars and all types of computer office tools). A typical scheme might involve sending a fake invoice or other document as a pdf. Once there, malware is used to record keystrokes to collect login data. And then they’re off and running.

It’s also important to remember that, as we become more digital, and thus work more with developers, they too are being targeted by hackers. We tend to trust developers and give them broad access to our systems. All the more reason to vet like crazy, but also ensure they’re complying with strict industry best practices.

PROTECT YOUR DATA

Awareness being what it is, many SC&RA members travel. Juice jacking has become more widespread in recent years and can affect anyone sitting in a public place such as an airport or coffee shop. Be very careful about charging your device through an unfamiliar public USB port. Juice jacking is where cybercriminals load malware onto the charging stations. Once a person uses the charger, he or she is unintentionally exporting personal data and passwords directly to the hacker.

Similarly, if your company posts information on a social media site discussing signing up a new client, making someone a partner or even developing business with a new supplier, that information is available for all to see. Be aware that, using the information provided, bad actors can create a social media profile pretending to be a senior official from that partner, etc., requesting data that they claim they need for their own purposes.

Overall, remember that in almost every hacking case, the criminals were inadvertently let into the data without you or your employee suspecting a thing. This is why making cyber-training an essential part of your company practices and protocols is paramount. Anyone can be the entry point that cybercriminals are looking for.

As a result, staying on top of the latest trends and best practices in the cybercrime space could ultimately prove to be the best investment your company ever makes. ■

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

New SC&RF white paper highlights industry’s key role in the economy. MIKE CHALMERS reports

Hitting the mark

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF) has announced publication of a highly anticipated white paper: Public Benefits and Economic Dependency on the Crane, Rigging and Specialized Transport Industry.

Designed as an externally focused resource for business owners and advocacy groups in the specialized transportation, crane and rigging industry to educate those outside the industry, the paper highlights the shared objectives between the industry and society and demonstrates the impact of those working within it.

PUBLIC BENEFITS

Drilling down, the report analyses the critical public benefits that specialized transportation and crane and rigging companies contribute – highlighting the essential roles they play in the safe and efficient movement of commercial goods and services around the world. Ultimately, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for how the industry works together to safely load, transport, deliver and-or place loads and materials required for the construction of large projects across key industries.

“Elected and appointed public officials may not fully understand the impact that a change in design standards, permitting regulations or other policies have on specialized transportation, crane and rigging industries and their customers,” explained CHRIS SMITH, SC&RA vice president,

Designed as an externally focused resource for business owners and advocacy groups in the industry, SC&RF’s white paper highlights the shared objectives between the industry and society and demonstrates the impact of those working within it

Transportation. “Additionally, job candidates or career counsellors do not always understand the unique benefits and the economic impact of jobs in this industry.”

Smith helped develop the paper and used a similar SC&RF report from 2012 (Transporting a Global Economy / Moving 21st Century Oversized-Loads) as inspiration for this enhanced iteration. “That report was one of the first things I read when I joined SC&RA and, while its focus was on specialized transportation only, it was written in a very productive way –for people that know little about these industries, why they should pay attention to them or even care.”

of the report, to make it relevant to readers in specific states,” Smith explained. “As members are building relationships, it opens the door for the more detailed conversations needed to move our advocacy efforts forward.”

A consistent challenge with communicating about this industry to policy makers, he added, is to make it brief, to the point, understandable and properly backed by solid data.

“I proposed the idea to the SC&RF to modify that original report and concept but this time include the crane and rigging industries, integrate the Foundation’s ongoing workforce development study

CRUCIAL TO SUCCESS

“We really want to underscore that this publication is meant for everyone – especially those

Included in the white paper are updated specialized transportation data and comprehensive sections on crane and rigging as well as the

outside of our industry –as well as the many people and companies within it,” emphasised JACKIE ROSKOS, SC&RF director. “And new to this version of the report is not just updated specialized transportation data but entirely new sections on crane and rigging, as well as the workforce demographics for both sectors taken from the research report release in August 2023 [The State of the Workforce in Crane, Rigging and Specialized Transport].

in the growth and development of our society, the unique challenges and regulations encountered are often not well understood by the public, elected representatives and government officials at a local, state or federal level.”

GAINING AWARENESS

"It’s that type of information and perspective that should allow anyone in these or related lines of work a deeper understanding of how this industry functions, and the fundamental value it brings to society. It brings awareness to educators on a wide range of levels so they can teach their students about this industry and the career options it provides.”

UNIQUE CHALLENGES

Echoing Smith, Roskos continued, “Despite the role of this industry

SC&RF President and owner at JK Crane, JENNIFER GABEL, believes there’s a reason for that. “In a lot of ways, I think many people might be more focused on the end product – the bridge, the high-rise, the windmill,” she noted. “The fact that we’re always out there moving and building the world around everyone, there’s perhaps a tendency to overlook it, or not see it at all. And so, without that awareness or education, people don’t know about the many challenges we face, and on the other side, the many opportunities available.”

readers will notice the diversity of case studies – civil engineering, highway, wind energy, public transportation – designed intentionally to show that this overall industry, with its connection to all these other industries and related outcomes, ultimately serves the public.”

TELLING THE STORY

“For the SC&RF, this is exactly the type of project we’re looking to invest in,” explained Roskos. “It ties into our mission of education, research and workforce development – and our goal to support the Association and the larger industry.”

Crucial to the success of the industry, added Gabel, is government’s understanding of what exactly it is they are governing or regulating. “A question that comes up a lot is: how are people creating policies and regulations that make sense for our industry if they don’t understand it,” she acknowledged. “We all obviously want this industry to succeed – but it can’t succeed if people aren’t aware of it enough to want to enter it on the workforce side, and it certainly can’t succeed if people are policing it in a way that doesn’t make sense – or not considering it when making policies and regulations.”

INDUSTRY IMPACT

To that point, Smith recognised, “While it is indeed a primer on the industry overall, we made sure this paper gets into ideas and recommendations through case studies that allow the reader to think through the lens of the economic contributions and workforce impact this industry creates. It’s very important to be able to tell people in government why we’re important but also how they and their constituents will benefit. As a result,

ALEX MARACH, director of freight analytics at CPCS, was the lead researcher in developing the white paper. He agreed with Roskos. “My goal was to represent that mission and articulate it through data and visuals. While this industry plays such a pivotal role in our society, there’s not a data set that is specific to it. On a national scale, there are relatively few employees when compared to other industries but then, when you look at all of the things this industry touches, from building data centres to skyscrapers, our energy systems, infrastructure and more, the foundational point of public benefit was something that we really wanted to get through.”

Marach understands that language will remain one of the primary vehicles through which a product like this lands successfully. “Numbers without context don’t tell a story. So, using the language, and design, to really drive home the data in this paper does a good job of telling the overall story,” he confirmed. “And when it comes to telling that story and navigating the data that were available, I think the points that we make and the flexibility that the report uses by spotlighting the different parts of the industry really hits the mark.” ■

To receive a copy of the white paper, use your smartphone or device to scan the QR code.

Cranimax improves job planning software

Software company Cranimax in Germany has updated its CraneBee software to include a dimensioning feature.

The new feature allows users to set custom dimensions within CraneBee, removing any need for an external CAD (computer aided design) program. Other highlights include enhanced precision with

user-selected snap points and capture snapshots which can be printed easily.

Cranimax has made the software more user friendly with improved aesthetics both for light and dark themes, enhanced context menu and personalisation options.

■ For more information see: www.cranimax.com/cranebee

Zoom camera for an unobstructed view

Manufacturer Potain, part of Manitowoc, launched its zoom camera for top slewing tower cranes in 2022, and the product is now being used on live construction sites. The camera is designed to give operators unobstructed and magnified views of both the crane’s load and the jobsite.

The company said that on urban and tightly confined construction projects,

Zoom camera gives operators an unobstructed and magnified view of both the load and the jobsite

cameras are increasingly becoming a necessity to ensure tower crane operators have complete visibility over the jobsite.

The camera can be mounted underneath the trolley of a top slewing crane or on the jib nose of a luffing crane, enabling operators to have a clear view from the crane’s hook down to the ground with no blind spots.

It has a 22x optical zoom so the operator can zoom in properly to see details on the ground. This zoom is controlled by a pedal on the floor of the cab. An optical zoom produces high quality images.

The video feed from the camera is then relayed to a screen inside the cab and customers have the option to select either a 10 or 13 inch (254 or 330 mm) screen size.

“The technology features a different communication system and convenient plug-and-play design,” added Stéphane Dumont, manager for parts development and customer support at Manitowoc.

■ For more information see: www.manitowoc.com

Punching holes using the Enerpac SC-Series portable hydraulic pump

RESTRICTED JOBSITES BENEFIT FROM BATTERY POWERED PUMP

Industrial pump manufacturer Enerpac has launched a new battery-powered hydraulic pump to power tools and other industrial machinery.

The SC-Series cordless pump, weighing 9.2 kg including oil and battery, allows operators to undertake larger jobs in difficult to access and remote workspaces, the company said.

With a maximum operating pressure of 700 bar, the pump’s high-performance Enerpac 54 Volt, 4 Ah lithium-ion battery is designed to provide substantial runtime for high-cycle, high-pressure applications. The battery’s fast charger also minimises downtime.

Enerpac added that when precision control of tool or cylinder advance is required, the SC-Series thumbwheel speed control can be adjusted during operation for fine incremental movements. High-precision cylinder retraction is made possible through the pump’s pressure release valve.

Also, with the Enerpac Connect app, SC-Series pump operators can access job-specific usage data for traceability and improved precision.

“Enerpac Connect gives pump owners a comprehensive picture of the tool and its usage, both important factors in job safety. Cordless and compact, we expect the SC-Series to become the ‘go-to’ pump,” explained Angie Wallace, Enerpac global product manager.

■ For more information see: www.enerpac.com

User experience of the software has been improved with new functions

EVENTS DIARY

CONSTRUCTION

TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT 2024

18 and 19 March 2024

Texas, USA www.ct-summit.com

SC&RA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

15 to 19 April 2024 Texas, USA www.scranet.org

INTERMAT

24 to 27 April 2024 Paris, France www.intermatconstruction.com

TOWER CRANES NORTH AMERICA (TCNA) 11 and 12 June 2024 Nashville, Tennessee, USA www.khl-tcna.com

VERTIKAL DAYS

11 and 12 September 2024 Nottinghamshire, UK www.vertikaldays.net

SC&RA CRANE & RIGGING WORKSHOP

24 to 26 September 2024 Arizona, USA www.scranet.org

CRANES & TRANSPORT MIDDLE EAST (CATME) 1 and 2 October 2024 Dubai, UAE www.khl-catme.com

Continuing the theme of joint venture agreements in the news this month, here is another one. Jumbo Offshore has just signed a memorandum of understanding with Sea Horizon Offshore Marine Services to be Jumbo’s representative in the Middle East. Pictured is Jumbo’s offshore heavy lift crane vessel, Fairplayer, with DP2 positioning capability and 1,800 tonnes of lifting capacity, on a recent offshore installation project.

PEOPLE NEWS

■ FERNANDO

BERTONI has been appointed as the new global chief executive officer at international heavy lift and transport specialist Fagioli.

Bertoni “will lead the Fagioli group with the aim of accelerating growth in the company’s key underlying markets, leveraging on Fagioli’s solid customer positioning, widely recognised technical capabilities and unique global presence,” the company said.

Rocco Sabelli, chairman of the Board of Directors which appointed Bertoni, said, “Fernando brings over 30 years of global operating experience and a unique track-record, which will be critical to lead the company to the next stage of growth and excellence.”

Bertoni’s background is in the international engineering and energy industries. He was chairman and CEO at UTIL Group, after holding the same position at COROB Group.

■ MIKE BERES has been promoted to vice president at Engineered Rigging in the USA. With more than 25 years of experience, Beres has extensive industry knowledge and practical experience. In his new role, Beres will oversee Engineered Rigging’s sales and operations while developing customer

OBITUARY

engagement and vendor relationships.

Christopher Cox, founder and president of Engineered Rigging said, “Mike will help accelerate our company’s growth and elevate the customer experience.”

Beres’ prior experience includes 20 years working at Enerpac. He is also a military veteran, having served in the US Marines Corps.

RICHARD BARNHART, 1934-2024

We regret to report the death of Richard Barnhart, founder of Barnhart Crane and Rigging in the USA, who died at home in Millington, Tennessee, age 90.

Barnhart served in the Navy Seabees for four years. He received a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Massachusetts. The company he started, Barnhart Crane and Rigging Co, employs more than 1,800 people in more than 50 cities. Several local projects that Richard led include the steel erection of the Memphis Pyramid, Mud Island Tram Bridge, Convention Center, The Med and Bellevue Baptist Church. In 2008 he was inducted into the Society of Entrepreneurs.

Barnhart continued to work all his life. After retirement, he made eight trips to the Gulf Coast with his specially modified tractor to help clean up after Hurricane Katrina.

He leaves behind his wife Nancy, children Eric, Alan and Donna, 12 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren and a legacy of service and innovation.

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