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Caldwell Hires Berman, Schroeder Returns
Rockford, Illinois-based The Caldwell Group Inc. has made two significant appointments in Teddy Berman and Jay Schroeder.
The Overhead Crane and Hoist Interview – Daniel Beilfuss, GM of CMCO’s Automation Division
Daniel Beilfuss, GM of Columbus McKinnon Corporation’s (CMCO) Automation Division.
The Interview: Molly Wood of Ace Industries
Molly Wood, engineering manager, has worked at Ace Industries for over 18 years, and is currently VP at the Crane Manufacturers Association of America (CMAA), which is part of MHI, the US (Material Handling, Logistics and Supply Chain Association). Wood is also an active participant in the CMAA Engineering Committee, which meets biannually to write engineering specifications to promote best practices for the crane and hoist industry.
Monorail Manufacturers Association Celebrates 90 Years Of Safe Monorail Best Practices
The Monorail Manufacturers Association (MMA), founded in 1933, is celebrating its 90th anniversary. An independent, incorporated trade association affiliated with MHI, MMA members are leading suppliers of patented and enclosed track underhung workstation cranes and monorail systems. MMA is also the industry’s leading source of safe monorail best practices.
The Round Table – Automation in lifting
Specialists from Ace World Companies, Caldwell and Conductix-Wampfler present their views on the current and future state of automation in lifting.
U.S. State Focus – Overhead crane companies in Texas
We feature a selection of companies operating out of Texas.
Meet ACE: New Association Shaping The Future Of Automation, Controls, And Electrification
The Electrification and Controls Manufacturers Association (ECMA) has rebranded as the Automation, Controls, and Electrification Association (ACE). The rebranding to ACE affirms association members’ commitment to shaping the future of automation, controls, and electrification solutions through growth, innovation, and excellence.
A Comprehensive Guide to Ergonomically Lifting Light Loads with a Crane in the Workplace
In a workplace where lifting is a frequent requirement, efficient and ergonomic solutions are essential to enhance productivity and protect the well-being of your workforce. When you decide that installing a ceiling-mounted or freestanding workstation crane or monorail system is the answer, collaborating with an experienced crane manufacturer or crane dealer is a pivotal step towards success. Light lifting typically involves loads up to 2 tons, which can be handled more effectively with various crane options tailored to your specific requirements.
Konecranes to deliver 3 cranes to Sofidel America for paper mill expansion
Konecranes is supplying Sofidel America, a leading global tissue paper producer, with three top-running double-girder cranes and runways for its new paper mill in Circleville, Ohio. The order was won in late September 2023 with deliveries scheduled in Q3 2024.
Overhead crane knowledge – John Paxton, CEO of MHI
John Paxton, CEO of MHI, says digital trends will push overhead lifting to greater heights.