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Konecranes and Cargotec to merge

Konecranes and Cargotec’s board of directors signed a combination agreement and a merger plan to combine the two companies. The proposed combination will be implemented as a statutory absorption merger whereby Konecranes will be merged into Cargotec.


LaPrairie acquires two heavy haul transportation companies

LaPrairie Group of Companies, a Canadian-owned, full-service crane and transportation and logistics company acquired ENTREC Alberta and Capstan Hauling, both divisions of ENTREC Corporation.


SC&RA moves back to live meetings

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) is planning on holding live events in 2021. The events will follow CDC guidelines and local and state guidance including social distancing, mandatory masks, hand sanitizing stations, a no-handshake policy, and utilizing as many outdoor spaces as possible for activities.
 
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Feature News

Crane simulation crew training for a more effective team

CM Labs stresses four pillars of thought that make up a good crew; effective communication, mutual understanding, critical thinking, and complimentary skills. Drew Carruthers, director of product strategy at CM Labs, shared in a webinar this week how simulation can help a heavy lifting company have a safer and more effective crew. » Read More
 
HEADLINES 
 

First crane raised at new construction site in Etobicoke

The early stages of construction work are moving along for a new mid-rise residential community just steps from Humbertown Plaza near Royal York and Dundas in the Toronto borough of Etobicoke. » Read More

Vancouver crew ‘unbuilds’ home quicker with crane

Unbuilders CEO and founder Adam Corneil watched a crane lift a piece of roof the size of a putting green off a 90-year-old home in Vancouver’s Kerrisdale neighbourhood. » Read More

Palazzani enters mini crane market

Palazzani presents the Palcrane range with the introduction of its RGP range and RPG2900 model. » Read More
 
Events 
 

Groundbreak 2020

October 26 to October 28, 2020
Location: Virtual Event
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Canadian Construction Association November Board Meeting

November 2 to November 4, 2020 Location: Ottawa, Ont. » Learn More

BC Road Builders AGM & Winter Celebrations

December 3 to December 5, 2020
Location: Victoria, B.C.
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