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4 Tips to Save Money on Crane Maintenance
All crane parts fail at some point, and there’s nothing you can do to prevent that. However, if you’re not vigilant enough, these repairs...

Carmen Zajicek
Dec 9, 20192 min read


3 Jobs That Can’t Be Done Without Heavy Lift Cranes
Raw power, towering height, and a dominating demeanor – these are just some of the words that come to mind when you think about heavy...

Carmen Zajicek
Dec 6, 20192 min read


Crane Safety: Certified vs. Qualified Personnel
Often contractors get confused between “certified” and “qualified” personnel when hiring crane operators or riggers for their...

Carmen Zajicek
Dec 2, 20192 min read


Every Crane Operator Should Know These Hand Signals
Safety on Construction sites is a major concern and critical for smooth and accidents-free operations. Often times, verbal communication...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 26, 20191 min read


Jobs That Don’t Require a College Degree within the Crane Industry
As we near the end of the fall semester, students from all over the country are preparing for their finals, working hard to earn an...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 26, 20192 min read


6 Questions to Ask Your Crane Operator in the Pre-Lift Meeting
Pre-lift meetings are vital for ensuring your lifts remain safe. They allow you to review important final details with your crane...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 23, 20192 min read


Common Mobile Crane Inspection Questions Answered Here
If you’ve recently added a mobile crane to your construction equipment fleet, you may have some questions pertaining to its inspection,...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 20, 20192 min read


Why You Should Use Cameras on Your Cranes
If you’ve been thinking about how to make your crane operations safer, more productive and more efficient, camera systems could be what...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 18, 20192 min read


Safety Tips for Operating Mobile Cranes Near Overhead Power Lines
While operating mobile cranes near overhead power lines should be avoided when possible, there will be some situations where its...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 15, 20192 min read


How Does Wind Affect Tower Cranes?
We often take the raw power of wind for granted, considering it a mere nuisance blowing leaves and litter around like some...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 13, 20192 min read


Lightning Safety Guidelines for Tower Crane Operators
We know that lightning always tries to find the shortest way to the ground; therefore, it tends to hit tall objects the most. And often...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 9, 20192 min read


Crane Operator Training: An Essential Part of Crane Safety
Watching tall, powerful cranes move large equipment and heavy loads with precision can be an awe-inspiring sight, but there is also an...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 6, 20192 min read


Load Cells: The Technology at the Core of Crane Load Measuring Systems
Ever wondered how crane load measuring systems produce accurate load readings? The answer lies in the load cells… What are load cells?...

Carmen Zajicek
Nov 4, 20192 min read


A Guide to Preventing Winter-Related Workplace Accidents for Construction Businesses
Winter season brings icy and snowy conditions with it that can be highly dangerous, especially for construction businesses. It’s...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 28, 20192 min read


Workplace Safety Tips
Workplace safety tips are to have an emergency plan, report hazards immediately, always prioritize safety, regularly conduct an employee...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 26, 20191 min read


Tips for Operating Cranes in Cold Weather
The Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) report found that a total of 220 crane-related deaths occurred between 2011 and 2015,...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 26, 20192 min read


5 Tips for Safe Weighing and Handling
In the construction industry, workers frequently lift and weight huge objects, and this puts them at risk of serious injury. According...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 22, 20192 min read


Going Over OSHA’s New Crane Safety Standards
The long-awaited updates to OSHA’s final rule for operator qualification have finally been announced. The National Commission for the...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 20, 20192 min read


How Modern Technology Improving Crane Safety Indicators
Technological advancements have revolutionized many industries in the past few decades, especially the construction industry. For...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 17, 20192 min read


Operating Cranes in Windy Conditions: What You Need to Know
Operating a crane is a high-risk activity that requires specialized skills and training. When working in a busy construction area, there...

Carmen Zajicek
Oct 16, 20192 min read
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