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DICA launches resource page for ground conditions
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The guide defines important terms like Ultimate Bearing Capacity and Allowable Ground Bearing Pressure.
DICA receives first patent for ProStack cribbing blocks
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Slot Lock Cribbing Blocks can be used under medium sized equipment with stabilizer or outrigger reaction forces up to 100,000 pounds.
In Memoriam: Richard Lee Koberg, 1941-2023
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ACT sadly reports that the founder of DICA, Richard “Dick” Koberg, 82, passed away on June 27, 2023.
DICA acquires SlatTrax product line
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Purchase of the temporary roadway product is a natural expansion of the DICA brand, CEO says. 
Crane pad and mat makers discuss trends and issues
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Ground stabilization is among the most critical elements of safe crane operation.
DICA’s Kelly Koberg to lead inside sales
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Long-time DICA employee Kelly Koberg has been promoted from sales & admin coordinator to inside sales manager.
Scott-Macon stocks DICA outrigger pads
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A variety of outrigger pads are now available in the company’s Parts Department.
DICA relocates to new manufacturing headquarters
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The move to Urbandale, IA will double the company’s manufacturing capabilities for both standard and custom products.
DICA diversifies portfolio with new access mats
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DICA has expanded its ground protection products with TuffTrak XL and TuffTrak XT
Choosing the right stabilization pad
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Mike Blaser discusses what to look for in stabilization pads.
DICA establishes global presence
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DICA’s outrigger pads and crane pads are in use on all seven continents and in more than 50 countries.
DICA and ITI team up for education modules
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The courses will focus on ground conditions and preparation when using mobile cranes. 
Timcolite pads from Select Crane
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Select Crane Sales now offers a line of composite outrigger pads through a partnership with Timcolite
Acquisition and strategic partnership for DICA
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DICA to add edge protectors to its portfolio following acquisition of Linton Rigging Gear Supplies. DICA also establishes strategic partnership with Axion Structural Innovations to target users in heavy lift market
Crane and truck first
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One radio remote control for truck and crane makes job easier and quicker for Dutch temporary roadway company
Heavy-duty outrigger pads
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Three new polyethylene pads aimed at the heavier end of the crane market have been launched by Outriggerpads
Mammoet launches Enviro-Mat
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Mammoet has developed a ground fortification system that uses local resources to increase the load bearing capacity of any type of soil