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Crane company looking to raise money for autism awareness at CONEXPO

CONEXPO promises to give attendees just about everything they could ask for in the construction sector – but one company is hoping that you can give back for charity.


Video of crane operator’s terrifying descent… in loafers!

We’ve looked up at plenty of cranes in our time, but few have had a bird’s eye view – or rather, crane operator’s view – of what it’s like to come down at the end of a shift.


3D-printed statue honours women in construction

CONEXPO-CON/AGG organizers have unveiled a 3D-printed statue of a female construction worker to represent the growing role women play in the construction industry.
 
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SAFE RIGGING STARTS HERE

Yes, it starts with that must know and can easily read the rated lifting capacity of your slings. Sling tagging has long been a problem within the industry. Either they were made from steel plate with hard to read stamped in numbers, or they were skimpy and small. Tags should be printed in large legible numbers so users can actually read the tag from about 6 ft away. That in itself is a huge step forward in plant and construction site safety. Tags must also show month/year of last inspection and rated lifting capacities in either lbs, kgs or tons. For further information go to https://www.unirope.com/products/slings/chain-wire-mesh-slings/sling-tagging-system/
 
CONSTRUCTION JOBSITE 
 

We’re bringing employers and employees together

Are you looking for the best job that is out there, or have an employment opportunity you want filled quickly? Go to our Construction Jobsite, Canada's premier Job Board for jobs and careers in Construction, Skilled Trades, Engineering, Security and Smart Technology. » Read More
 
FEATURES 
 

Everything to play for at CONEXPO

The industry has weathered a range of crises since the last CONEXPO-CON/AGG. While uncertainties remain, there is a lot to be optimistic about, writes Tate Johnson, President of Yanmar Compact Equipment North America. » Read More
 
PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT 
 

Electric sustainability: with “E-Ready” BKT puts its mark on it

BKT now features tires suitable for electric vehicles using advanced technologies, and can now recognize products designed specifically for electric mobility by the E-READY logo. » Read More


Sarens orders 84-meter Boom Booster Kit for Tadano CC 38.650-1

The Boom Booster makes it possible for the CC 38.650-1 to carry out lifts that would normally be the exclusive purview of cranes in the 750-tonne class. » Read More


Strenx structural steel – more crane performance with less dead weight

The Fassi F 1450 loader crane is the first model in a range of cranes with completely redesigned structural steelwork and electronics. » Read More
 
EVENTS 
 

CONEXPO-CON/AGG

March 14-18, 2023
Las Vegas, Nev.
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SC&RA Annual Conference

April 17-21, 2023
Carlsbad, Calif.
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Expo Grands Travaux

April 21-22, 2023
Saint-Hyacinthe, Que.
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CRAC Annual Conference

May 16-18, 2023
Vancouver, B.C.
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The Global Energy Show

June 13-15, 2023
Calgary, Alta.
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2023 TAC Conference & Exhibition

September 24-27, 2023
Ottawa, Ont.
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SC&RA Crane and Rigging Workshop

September 26-28, 2023
Oklahoma City, Okla.
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