Articles by D.Ann Shiffler

Heavy haul trailer innovations fuel renewable energy and construction growth
Published on: 09 December, 2024
The North American trailer market is solid, with demand picking up.
From welder to VP: Ty Hanten’s 37-year journey at Trail King
Published on: 26 November, 2024
Ty Hanten is grateful for every step in his career at Trail King. D.Ann Shiffler reports.
Monumental moves: inside some of 2024’s complex rigging and transport operations
Published on: 28 October, 2024
Complicated jobs often require a long list of highly specialized equipment.
Commercial Credit Group celebrates 20 years in business
Published on: 22 October, 2024
CCG offers custom-tailored solutions for equipment financing.
Reaching new heights: the role of man baskets in specialized crane operations
Published on: 21 October, 2024
Man baskets have long been a solution for getting crew up close to elements that are being hoisted.
SPMT market is propelled by infrastructure projects
Published on: 15 October, 2024
The SPMT market is strong because users keep finding highly creative solutions using these versatile machines.
Crane industry responds to hurricanes in Florida and SE USA
Published on: 14 October, 2024
Crane, rigging and specialized transport industries have offered aid in the wake of the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Milton and Helene
My Crane Career goes live
Published on: 07 October, 2024
What is MyCraneCareer.org? NCCCO Foundation’s T.J. Cantwell answered all our questions about this innovative new program.
Desreumaux named CEO at Uperio Group
Published on: 03 October, 2024
Sébastien Desreumaux replaces Philippe Cohet, founder of Uperio Group.
Modulift underslung beams in reactor cavity lift at Hinkley Point
Published on: 30 September, 2024
Modulift provided bespoke below the hook lifting systems for the Hinkley Point C nuclear project
ACT EXCLUSIVE: Scott-Macon acquired by Allegiance Crane
Published on: 26 September, 2024
Scott-Macon Equipment will serve as the bare rental and equipment distribution arm of Allegiance Crane & Equipment. 
Frontier transports 9-million-pound dragline across Texas
Published on: 24 September, 2024
Moving a huge dragline required the specialized expertise of Frontier Heavy Haul & Support.
ITI acquired by Interplay Learning
Published on: 20 September, 2024
ITI has been been recognized with crane and rigging industry association awards for its virtual reality crane simulator solution
Nelson breaks ground on new facility
Published on: 20 September, 2024
Nelson Manufacturing is expanding to meet demand for its trailers, boom dollies and boom launchers
EXCLUSIVE: Link-Belt rolls out 225-US ton all-terrain crane
Published on: 17 September, 2024
Link-Belt’s brand new 225|AT is being unveiled this week. D.Ann Shiffler reports exclusively
Reflecting on Giuffre Bros.’ iconic crane business
Published on: 16 September, 2024
After more than 60 years in business, Dominic Giuffre has retired.
Tadano to acquire Manitex International
Published on: 12 September, 2024
Manitex International will be acquried by Tadano Ltd. at an equity value of US$123 million and total transaction value of $223 million
Heading to America: Tadano’s 100 ton all electric EVOLT RT
Published on: 10 September, 2024
The Tadano EVOLT is the first electric rough terrain crane designed to work in North America
Infrastructure update: Major U.S. bridge and highway projects in progress
Published on: 05 September, 2024
Infrastructure projects often require multiple cranes and super innovative lifting and rigging plans.
The art, science and economics of a lift plan
Published on: 03 September, 2024
ACT convened a panel of lift planning professionals to discuss the evolution of lift planning and how they have become a business mainstay.
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