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New wireless control from HBC
HBC-radiomatic’s new FSE 510 is designed for the wireless control of industrial cranes, mobile hydraulic applications and other machinery.
Galicia crane of choice at Milan Cathedral
The G90 was acquired by Veneranda Fabbrica del Duomo di Milano, which built and maintains the cathedral, along with the works of art inside.
Manitex acquires Load King from Terex
Terex has sold its Load King Trailer manufacturing business to Manitex International, Inc. in the USA.
Lift and Shift India makes record move
It included the 2,400 tonne HA deck process platform, 550 tonnes of axles, 200 tonnes of load spreaders, and 100 tonnes of barge grillage.
Attachment enhances turbine lift for Bäumer
The crane was configured with a mega-wing-lift attachment to erected the Enercon E-70 wind turbine which stands 113 m tall.
London 2012’s Olympic Stadium raises the roof
London’s 2012 Olympic Stadium has reached another construction milestone as the cable net roof is lifted into place, ensuring the Stadium remains on target for completion by mid-2011.
State lowers boom on construction cranes
“Is the crane safe to operate? That’s our first question,” said Charles Lemon, L & I’s Crane Safety Manager. “And if we find it is safe to operate, we will give them an abatement date, maybe two weeks or so
Worker Killed, in Center City Crane Collapse
A construction worker was killed and several other people were hurt at about 1:30 on Monday afternoon when a construction “boom lift” toppled over at 21st and Walnut Streets in center city Philadelphia.
I’m not sure about you, but I never knew there was a crane simulation game out there. None the less one that looks like it would be enjoyable to play.…

