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Ritchie Bros. group president resigns

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers announced that effective July 27, 2018, Greg Owens, group president, new sectors and ventures, and former CEO of IronPlanet, Inc., is resigning from the business.


Bandit Industries to go 100 per cent employee owned

Bandit Industries owners Mike Morey Sr., Dianne Morey and Jerry Morey announced on June 7 they would sell 100 per cent of the company to their employees in an employee stock ownership plan.


ASGA networking events announced

The Alberta Sand & Gravel Association recently announced upcoming networking events for its members across the province.


Volvo CE pilots pioneering 5G technology

Volvo Construction Equipment will be among the first in the world to trial 5G mobile technology as part of a unique collaboration with mobile operator Telia Company.


SC&RA 2018 Crane & Rigging Workshop registration now open

Registration is now open for the 2018 Crane & Rigging Workshop, Sept. 26 to 28, in Louisville, Ky.
 
 
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Crane operators

Quebec crane operators march on Premier’s office

In early May, members of Quebec’s crane operators union drove their rigs through the streets of Montreal en route to a protest on the steps of the Premier’s office voicing their opposition to recent changes to training regulations. » Read more...
 
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Prusik slings: Understanding the hazards

WorkSafeBC explains the hazards of using Prusik slings as rope grabs, and discusses why it’s safer in most cases for workers to use rope grabs that meet CSA or ANSI standards and include anti-panic features. » Read more...
 
 
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Hitachi’s next generation of wheeled excavator

The next generation of Hitachi’s wheeled excavator, the ZX190W-6, is rolling out with a certified Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV Isuzu engine that does not need a diesel particulate filter (DPF). » Read more...

Liebherr showcases XPower wheel loader fuel efficiency at Hillhead 2018

At close to 26 tonnes, the L 576 XPower wheel loader is powered by a 292-hp Liebherr six-cylinder diesel engine positioned low to the rear of the machine to give it excellent weight distribution and balance, which eliminates the need for additional counterweight. » Read more...

AEM voted a 2018 Top Workplace

Three-time winner cited for positive work culture. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

Hillhead 2018

June 26-28, 2018
Location: Buxton, Derbyshire, U.K.
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BCRB Fall Conference

September 16, 2018
Location: Kelowna, B.C.
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SC&RA Crane & Rigging Workshop

September 26-28, 2018
Location: Louisville, Ky.
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