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Liebherr expect construction machinery results dip for 2013
18 December, 2013
Liebherr has announced that it expects a slight downturn in the construction machinery and mining area in its 2013 results.

FEM says consider use, not age, when considering tower crane life
18 December, 2013
The tower and harbour cranes subgroup of the European Materials Handling Federation (FEM) has released a position paper on the lifetime of tower cranes. In the document the organisation argues that it is the number of hoisting cycles that should define a tower cranes lifetime. The FEM said that if manufacturers manuals were properly followed this could mean some cranes could be used safely for approximately 20 years.

Yongmao cranes at work in Macau Studio City
18 December, 2013
Eastime Construction Equipment Engineering used sixteen tower cranes from joint venture partner Fushun Yongmao on the construction of Studio City in Macau, China. The manufacturer said that the project would be Asia’s first leisure resort to integrate television and film production facilities, retail, gaming and hotels.

Sennebogen 680 works the channel
17 December, 2013
A Sennebogen 680 HMC mobile harbour crane is working as the only harbour crane in the British Channel Island of Alderney. Since mid-2013 the crane has been working at Braye harbour in St. Anne to ensure the supply of goods for the island’s population, which is delivered in containers.

NYC introduces 25 year age limit
17 December, 2013
The New York City authorities have announced new legislation that limits the age of cranes operating in its jurisdiction. The bill prohibits mobile and tower cranes manufactured more than 25 years ago from operating in the city. It is the latest in a series of regulatory changes since two fatal accidents in 2008.

First Liebherr LG 1750 in Canada
17 December, 2013
Surespan Wind Energy Services has become the first firm in Canada to purchase a Liebherr LG 1750 all terrain lattice boom truck crane. The firm plans to use the crane for turbine erection work in North America.

DAS Otomotiv expands in Central Asia
11 December, 2013
Terex Cranes authorised dealer DAS Otomotiv has been awarded further territory in Central Asia the US manufacturer, being awarded a distribution agreement in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan.

Palfinger family cement bonds with Palfinger AG
11 December, 2013
The Palfinger family have cemented their links with the listed company, Palfinger AG, in which they hold a majority stake. Two members of the family will be joining the listed company's board, and another family-owned private business has been acquired by Palfinger AG, broadening its exposure to the marine segment.

Sönke Jordt buys ATF 180G-5
11 December, 2013
Tadano has sold its 16th ATF 180G-5 to rental firm Sönke Jordt, based in Ratekau, Germany.

Fassi continues sector expansion strategy with forestry acquisition
11 December, 2013
Fassi Gru has bought shares in Swedish forestry crane company Cranab AB.Fassi will become one of the main shareholders of Cranab, which manufactures timber cranes. The Cranab group of companies has around 200 employees and a turnover of SEK350m (approximately €40m).

Terex sells truck business to Volvo for $160m
11 December, 2013
Terex Corporation has agreed to sell its truck business to Volvo Construction Equipment for cash proceeds of approximately $160 million. Terex’s truck business manufactures and sells off-highway rigid and articulated haul trucks.

In our fleet: Asiagroup
10 December, 2013
Managing director Steven Poh describes how Asiagroup’s three companies offer a range of crane services across Singapore and Malaysia.

The simple pleasures of a quiet life
09 December, 2013
We’re at the time of year where we look back over 12 months of news from the crane industry. In many recent years we’ve noted dramatic changes: the soaring backlogs of the boom, and the subsequent global financial crisis; the launch of game-changing new cranes like Manitowoc’s GTK 1100, Terex’s Twin system or Liebherr’s LTM 11200-9.1; terrible accidents and drastic changes in regulation; or globally decisive regulatory changes, like the most recent revision of EN 13000.

Rock steady
09 December, 2013
When the world famous folk band Mumford and Sons came to Galway in the south of Ireland extreme weather conditions made for a challenging stage construction. Ground preparation materials from Zigma ensured the show went ahead.

Standing with your feet on firm ground
09 December, 2013
The importance of setting up a crane correctly is vital to ensure that it runs safely and effectively. Crucial to this is process is ensuring that the ground beneath the crane can take the equipment’s weight and remain stable. Mats and timber from a range of company’s can help users in this process. On this page, Zak Garner-Purkis talks to August Orde Hengel, commercial director of Ko-Mats. Overleaf, we review products from Spartan Mat and DICA.

Enerpac go with the split-flow
09 December, 2013
Mammoet used Enerpac split-flow pumps on a complex conveyor lift at Mount Tom Price stage lifting project in north west Australia.

Fagioli saves Venice from the sea
09 December, 2013
Fagioli has installed a series of gates and caissons designed to protect Venice’s architectural treasures from the Adriatic.

Proceed with caution
09 December, 2013
The US crane market has been through some lean times in recent years, but now thanks to a growing energy sector and a focus on value added services the US lifting industry can start looking ahead with more confidence. Zak Garner-Purkis examines the reasons behind the cautious optimism.

Energy rush
09 December, 2013
With its vast energy resources and reputation as a stable and secure supplier, some energy experts predict that Canada has the reserves to become an energy superpower in the next few decades. While the merits of this opinion are still being debated on Parliament Hill, the lifting industry has been quietly taking advantage of renewed investment and interest in this sector. Jodie Satterthwaite reports.

North America Project round up
09 December, 2013
This month we review projects from South Carolina, Mexico, NY and Columbia.