Your guide to the 2024 Crane & Rigging Workshop

The 2024 SC&RA Crane & Rigging Workshop promises networking, education and insights into the latest trends and technologies.

This year’s Exhibit Center will feature 88 member booths displaying new equipment, services and products.

Just like the soaring temperatures of Arizona, SC&RA’s 2024 Workshop will be a hotspot for collaboration and learning practices across the crane and rigging sector. Attendees can expect insightful presentations, hands-on demonstrations and opportunities to engage with fellow industry experts on the latest trends, safety standards and technological advancements. The event is designed to help professionals enhance their skills, improve operations and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Attendees of the 2024 Workshop include crane operators, safety directors and operations managers from the industry’s foremost manufacturers and companies. In most cases, the information that follows was provided by Exhibit Center companies.

A1A SOFTWARE will showcase their latest technology from the A1A Product Suite: 3D Lift Plan (App version), 3D Lift Vision, the only crane simulator where you are transported into the cab of the user’s lift plan. Rigging Designer, for custom rigging plans and the latest mobile-friendly Sketch Pad, that provides the most efficient way to capture necessary job site data for planning, bids, and estimates. Lastly, check out the new dual facing webcam product that reports directly to A1A’s fleet management portal iCraneTrax. a1asoftware.com

ALL MATERIAL HANDLING (AMH) is a provider of quality lifting equipment and accessories, including lever and manual chain hoists, alloy hardware and hooks for lifting and load securement, threaded and weld-on lifting points, security chains and more. AMH is based in Chicago, IL, ships from four U.S. service centers and has authorized stocking distributors all over North America. AMH and X5 branded chain hoists are assembled and tested in the United States. allmaterialhandling.com

For more than 20 years ASSOCIATED WIRE ROPE & RIGGING (AWRR) has been a leading provider of rigging and lifting products. The company leverages their personnel’s 100+ years of product and field expertise to find the best solutions to meet customers’ requirements. Crane blocks, snatch blocks, overhaul balls/swivels, hooks, sockets, heavy lift shackles to 3,000 tons, eye hooks, master links, and triangle plates, plus hard to find items are available for immediate delivery from stuffed warehouses in Southern California and Houston, TX. These products come from European suppliers fully certified for use in North America. Additionally, AWRR is the producer of the Sea-Link brand of marine and specialty rigging products, including snatch blocks from 2 to 22-ton capacity, construction blocks, wood and steel shell blocks, and cargo hoist blocks. associatedwirerope.com

A 30-plus year experience company, serving North American, BEN-MOR is a Canadian company specializes in High Performance Crane Cable OEM approved. Ben-Mor is a manufacturer and distributor of steel cables, chains, chain accessories, cable assemblies, coated cables, synthetic web slings, high performance round slings, chain slings, wire rope slings and aircraft cables. ben-mor.com

BIGFOOT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT is an American family manufacturer that specializes in outrigger pads. Bigfoot is the only major manufacturer of wood, custom composite and steel. Bigfoot is the longest in-house manufacturer of custom composite. The company has veteran employees and ownership that stands behind the guaranteed Bigfoot outrigger pads. Bigfoot has a stock of standard sizes as well as custom outrigger pads, steel crane mats and complementary rigging equipment to meet and exceed the strength, stability and safety needs of hard-working personnel around the world, the company said. Bigfoot now offers steel rigging racks to quickly and efficiently organize all rigging gear. outriggerpads.com

BRODERSON MANUFACTURING CORPORATION has been manufacturing industrial carry deck and rough terrain cranes for the energy, utilities and industrial sectors for more than 50 years. As a part of the Lanco Group of Companies, Broderson is in the Material Handling Division of which all are ISO 9001:2015 certified. Employees have a great passion in pursuit of one goal: to manufacture the highest quality and most reliable cranes, the company said. Carry deck and rough terrain models range from 2.5 to 25 tons. broderson.com

BUSINESS PROCESS AUTOMATION COMPANY was established to focus on helping companies of all sizes in all industries to focus on finding solutions meant to improve client’s business processes. This includes the company’s ability to provide integrated products and automation tools specializing in the capture, storage, management and distribution of business-critical information. bpaco.net

THE CALDWELL GROUP was established in 1954 with a foundational dedication to quality and service and the goal of being a single-source solution for all of lifting equipment needs. Today, the company offers continued product innovations in below-the-hook lifting solutions, coupled with the addition of the Renfroe Clamps and Chains and RUD Lifting Point product lines, and provides standard and custom lifting solutions for a wide range of material handling applications. caldwellinc.com

CICB provides world-class education, evaluation, and consultation for safe lifting operations. Companies that value eliminating incidents, reducing expenses, and OSHA compliance have relied on CICB’s subject matter experts since 1969. Their dedication to lifting safety has earned the trust of clients across all 50 states, four continents and every branch of the U.S. military. cicb.com

COMANSA is a leading manufacturer of flat top and luffing jib tower cranes. All cranes are built with the latest technology that is grounded in safe, reliable operation. They also are some of the simplest cranes to erect and dismantle because there is no tower top or pendant lines to assemble, and all connections are pin connected. Comansa’s North American branch offers sales, engineering support, service and parts to the U.S. and Canada from its locations in Charlotte, Dallas and Seattle. comansa.com

CRANETRADER.COM is an industry-leading platform serving buyers and sellers of new and used cranes and other rigging and lift equipment and parts. The CraneTrader.com website is designed to make it easy for buyers to browse or search CraneTrader’s continuously updated marketplace of cranes, parts and attachments. CraneTrader’s monthly print edition complements the online offering, reaching customers directly worldwide. As a Sandhills Global brand, the CraneTrader platform is tightly integrated with other Sandhills products and services. CraneTrader.com

CRANEWORKS INC. has dealerships across the United States representing the world’s top crane and heavy equipment brands, the team sells more Manitex boom trucks and Cormach material handling and knuckle boom cranes than anyone in North America, the company said. Founded in 2002, CraneWorks operates nine facilities in the U.S., offering new and used sales, nationwide service, worldwide parts and an extensive rental fleet to customers from a wide variety of industries. crane-works.com

Revolutionize your crane operations with CREWOS, the only field service management platform that goes beyond the basics to meet the unique demands of the crane industry. Struggling with fragmented tools and chaotic workflows? Visit Booth #83 to see how crewOS delivers a comprehensive, all-in-one platform designed to streamline processes, boost efficiency and reduce downtime. crewos.io

DCL MOORING & RIGGING is a recognized leader in supplying a variety of lifting, mooring and inspection products and services to domestic and international customers in the marine, construction, industrial and oil and gas industries. Based in New Orleans, LA, the company has been meeting the needs of customers for over 75 years. dcl-usa.com

DEARBORN COMPANIES supporting the heavy lift/heavy haul industries nationally, is a leading engineering service provider for ground condition surveys, ground stabilization design, rigging and shoring engineering and 3-D documentation of terrestrial and above-ground facilities utilizing laser scanning and UAV (“drone”) data collection methods. Dearborn’s project experience spans a wide variety of demanding and hostile work environments ranging from power generating stations, refineries and heavy manufacturing plants, to infrastructure (rail, roadways and airports) through healthcare and mission critical facilities. DearbornCos.com

DICA is a family-owned and operated U.S. manufacturer that facilitates safe setups and peace of mind with its array of engineered products, including outrigger pads, crane pads, cribbing blocks, sling protectors, ground protection mats, and temporary roadway solutions. These innovative products are lightweight, easy to use, designed for longevity, and are proudly crafted in the USA. DICA supports a wide range of industries by providing engineered products that enhance the stability and safety of heavy equipment operations. The primary industries served include crane & rigging operations, construction, utility, tree care, oil and gas, and renewable energy. With a commitment to quality, DICA’s offerings continue to be the choice of operators in over 50 countries around the globe. dicausa.com

DORAL EQUIPMENT RENTAL has the largest fleet of Versa-Lift forklifts in the world, along with forklift capabilities up to 140,000 pounds. Doral rents Versa-Lift forklifts, Rigger-Lifts, Landoll PT40’s, Enerpac and Hilman motorized dollies. A large fleet of equipment means more available units than our competitors. In-house transportation ensures timely delivery across all North America (U.S. and Canada) and the most competitive pricing available. doralrental.com

ENERPAC is a premier industrial tools, heavy lifting and services company serving a broad and diverse set of customers worldwide. Specializing in high pressure hydraulic tools, heavy lifting equipment and torque and tension solutions, Enerpac helps customers safely and effectively tackle some of the most challenging jobs. Enerpac products are available through a network of 1,400 distributor partners around the world. They provide the technical and the hydraulic expertise needed to support the servicing of standard products, design custom products for unique applications and develop solutions to move and lift some of the largest structures on earth. enerpac.com

ENGINEERED RIGGING solves project challenges by providing innovative heavy lifting and specialized transport equipment rental/sales/testing/service, engineering expertise, custom solutions and technical support. Their rental fleet includes strand jacks, cylinders, jack-up systems, cube jacks, SPMTs, knuckle boom cranes, synchronous lift systems, skidding systems and more. EngineeredRigging.com

FAYMONVILLE manufactures trailers for heavy-duty haulage and oversized cargo transportation. With more than 50 years in business, Faymonville provides customers with optimal solutions and systems for any transport need outside the usual norms. The full product range encloses telescopic and steerable trailers, double drop trailers, dual lane trailers and modular trailers. The excellent manufacturing quality of the products are secured by high-tech production processes, the company said. faymonville.com

FLEET COST & CARE is a fleet management software company serving businesses of all sizes in the heavy equipment industry. FCC’s software enables companies to improve internal operations by providing a centralized system that speeds up invoicing, streamlines payroll and ensures safety and success. The innovative FCC solution eliminates needless duplicate data entry while maximizing fleet and personnel efficiency and profitability. fleetcostcare.com

FONTAINE SPECIALIZED, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, has been focused on serving transportation, construction, and specialized hauling customers for over 80 years. Fontaine designs and builds extremely dependable lowbed, extendable, hydraulic tail and specialty trailers that provide years of reliable service for customers. Fontaine is also the largest platform trailer brand in the world; encompassing a complete line of aluminum, steel, and composite trailers for the flatbed, drop deck and heavy-haul markets. Fontaine continually invests in R&D, product design and durability testing. fontainespecialized.com

Since 1980, FORKLIFT EXCHANGE has been a premier source for new and used material handling equipment and specializes in extendable counterweight forklifts. Forklift Exchange’s core brands for machinery moving & rigging forklifts are Hoist Material Handling (manufactured by Toyota Material Handling) and Royal Rig-N-Lift. The company offers a full range of lift capacities from 15,000 pounds to 140,000 pounds in a variety of makes and models. forkliftexchange.com

FOXTROT INDUSTRIAL has been designed to improve safety when moving heavy loads in industry. The company’s motorized robots, designed and made in Canada, facilitate the movement of loads up to 20 tons. Their wireless remote control, light weight and unmatched compactness allow customers to move loads in the tightest places. The models therefore ensure that users save manpower, space, time and money. foxtrotindustriel.com

The GALLAGHER CRANE TEAM has been delivering insurance and risk management solutions to the crane, rigging and heavy haul industry for over 30 years, from coast to coast. That’s how they know that this industry involves high levels of unique risks that requires an insurance solution that is as highly focused, customized and equally unique. The Gallagher Crane Team takes a hands-on, risk-engineered approach to build a comprehensive and focused solution for your specific risk needs. .ajg.com

GARROD HYDRAULICS specializes in the remanufacturing of hydraulic cylinders. The company handles large cylinders in-house and chrome plating up to 46 feet in length. Garrod Hydraulics has been rebuilding hydraulic cylinders since 1978 and is ISO 9000 certified. garrod.com

GKS LIFTING AND MOVING SOLUTIONS manufactures and sells multi-ton lifting and moving equipment: Hydraulic Toe Jacks (5-30 tons), Dollies (2-120 tons), Rotating Dollies (2-12 tons), Container Dollies (12-48 tons), and Remote Operated/Battery Powered Robotic Transport Systems (10-40 tons). All products have a 2–5-year warranty and ship from Springfield, OH within 24 business hours. German engineering and US Product Experts! gksweb.com

GOLDHOFER AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT is one of the leading global manufacturers of transport equipment in the field of general and heavy-duty road haulage and oversized cargo transportation. The product range with payloads from 30 to more than 15,000 tons, includes trailers, semitrailers, modular heavy-duty systems, self-propelled trailers as well as transport solutions for wind power plants. Goldhofer meets an extremely wide variety of needs in almost every transport situation, the company said. goldhofer.com

GREENFIELD PRODUCTS is a leading manufacturer of specialized solutions for the crane rental and construction industries. Products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house and are supported by a nationwide network. Greenfield’s line of Smart Crane Mats have become a strong presence on jobsites around the country due to their reliability and durability. They also boast the patented Skycrane, a unique cantilever lifting beam that can access the hardest to reach areas of a building. greenfieldpi.com

HALE TRAILER operates as one of North America’s largest retail suppliers of commercial and specialized trailers through the sale, rental and servicing of new and used equipment. Representing the majority of leading U.S. manufacturers, Hale Trailer’s inventory features a full range of products for sale at each of its 15 locations as well as its own extensive rental fleet consisting of vans, flats, steps, telescopic deck trailers, lowboys, multi-axle trailers, blade trailers, schnables, hydraulic suspensions, steerable equipment and more. haletrailer.com

Since 1947, HBC-RADIOMATIC has led the market in the development and production of radio remote control systems for industrial, construction and mobile hydraulic applications across the globe. Through the company’s quality standards, ground-breaking innovations and dedication to its customers, HBC-radiomatic continues to set the benchmark for cutting-edge, robust wireless controls. Worldwide demand for HBC-radiomatic systems has led to an international network of subsidiaries and partners serving more than 60 countries. hbc-usa.com

HIGGINBOTHAM is an employee owned and customer inspired, insurance and financial services broker that’s family to employees, accountable to clients, teammates to carriers and generous to their communities, the company said. Their dedicated crane and rigging/specialized transportation risk management teams and broker services are led by Aro Umfress and Parker Holt. Umfress and her team have field experience as well as four generations worth of insurance knowledge. Both Umfress and Holt have a strong understanding of the unique exposures and coverage structures specific to operations and bring direct market access and unique program solutions to clients. higginbotham.com

HOISTCAM, manufactured by Netarus, is a high definition (HD), rugged, adaptable and rapidly deployable wireless camera system. HoistCam provides a material handling operator with a direct video feed from anywhere on a job site. Attached to any surface with magnets and safety lanyard, HoistCam can be installed on any heavy equipment, such as a crane, in seconds. The system improves employee productivity and workplace safety with material handling equipment in the construction, industrial, marine and transportation industries. hoistcam.com

HOLLOWAY is an innovator delivering lifting excellence across the global energy and construction sectors. The company’s expansive range encompasses top-grade wire rope and wire rope slings and an elite rigging rentals department, all seamlessly uniting with precision manufacturing, value-amplifying services, and cutting-edge testing facilities. This synergy forges holistic industrial lifting solutions, empowering projects to reach new heights. hhilifting.com

HSI: HANES SUPPLY, INC. is ISO 9001:2015 certified as a manufacturer of lifting products with full in-house testing and certification of slings and hoists. The company has over 80 years of experience splicing wire rope and manufacturing slings which include synthetic web, chain, and Slingmax. HSI also provides products, rentals, and services to industrial, construction and marine customers. hanessuply.com

HYDRAULIC TECHNOLOGIES’ Power Team tackles some of the toughest processing challenges, helping lower costs, boost uptime, save energy, reduce waste and enhance quality. They provide cutting-edge technology, exceptional service and reliable support to leading businesses in construction, infrastructure, energy, rail, mining, transportation, aerospace and manufacturing worldwide. hydraulictechnologies.com

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INTERNATIONAL (ITI) is a global leader in the design and delivery of learning solutions for organizations conducting crane, rigging, and load handling activities. Founded in 1986, the company originally specialized in instructor-led training, field services, and consulting. ITI has since grown to produce live online, and on-demand courses delivered via the ITI Learning Hub and has been recognized with numerous industry association awards for its groundbreaking virtual reality crane and equipment simulations solution. iti.com

J&R ENGINEERING, located in Mukwonago, WI, is the manufacturer of the Lift-N-Lock hydraulic telescopic boom gantry, Delta Lift rubber-tired gantry and Lift-N-Lock Gantry Crawlers. The company offers exclusive Stabilizer Bars for superior lift stabilization, side shifting Powerlinks and other specialized lifting equipment serving the machinery moving, industrial material handling and nuclear industries. All Lift-N-Lock products come equipped with secondary full-load holding cam locks and high strength multiple stage boom sections. jrengo.com

JEFF MARTIN AUCTIONEERS is one of the nation’s fastest-growing heavy equipment, construction equipment and transportation equipment auction companies in the U.S. Founded in 2009 by Jeff Martin, Jeff Martin Auctioneers conducts equipment auctions across the United States with permanent locations in MS, SC, FL, MN, IN and TX, as well as auction sites in GA, MI, OH and NH. Jeff Martin Auctioneers specializes in used heavy construction equipment, transportation equipment, and industrial equipment auctions, as well as business liquidations, government surplus and real estate auctions across the U.S. jeffmartinauctioneers.com

For over 40 years, KENNEDY WIRE ROPE has been dedicated to providing the highest quality lifting and rigging equipment to the many industries they serve. The company strives to be an industry leader and remain dedicated to providing valued customers with the very best the industry has to offer. All of their slings are fabricated in ISO 9001:2015 certified facilities and all hardware is manufactured to exacting standards and meets all safety requirements. kwrs.com

KHL GROUP AMERICAS, a diversified media company and the leading supplier of international construction and power information, is excited to announce the launch of the daily Crane & Transport Briefing, debuting in September. This briefing will deliver expert analysis on the most relevant and crucial topics in the crane and transport industry, providing a comprehensive understanding of industry trends, tools and tips for adapting to change. KHL’s crane team publishes American Cranes & Transport and International Cranes and Specialized Transport, the official magazines of the SC&RA, produces a weekly World Crane Week newsletter with a global distribution of over 20,000 recipients and organizes several industry events, including the Tower Cranes North America conference, with the full support of the SC&RA as the exclusive event partner. craneandtransportbriefing.com

KITO CROSBY is a global leader in the innovation, manufacturing and distribution of products and services used to make lifting, rigging, transporting and securing operations safer and more efficient. While partnering with customers in construction, energy, manufacturing and aquaculture, the company provides a broad range of products and solutions for the most demanding applications. Brands include Kito, Crosby, Harrington, Gunnebo Industries and Peerless. thecrosbygroup.com

LANDOLL COMPANY (the original traveling axle inventor) designs, manufactures and markets heavy equipment transport trailers and a precision telehandler (operable with remote). This vertically integrated and diversified Kansas company additionally produces agricultural, OEM, government and specialized narrow and very narrow aisle forklifts. To check out the Landoll full line of traveling axles, traveling tails, detachable trailers, material telehandler and other specialty products visit landoll.com

LGH is North America’s largest organization devoted exclusively to providing lifting and moving equipment for rent. With over 70,000 pieces, LGH holds the most comprehensive inventory of hoisting, rigging, jacking, pulling, material handling and safety gear, available at 23 warehouse locations across the U.S. and Canada. Whether for simple everyday tasks or specialized projects, you can count on LGH to have what you need in stock, ASME certified and ready for immediate and safe use. rentlgh.com

LIEBHERR has developed a large, continually evolving range of sophisticated products and services for 75 years. Practical and seasoned machines, coupled with proven engineering and high quality, ensure customer benefits in all product areas, the company said. Liebherr offers a comprehensive selection of mobile and crawler cranes with telescopic and lattice booms, as well as rough terrain cranes, duty cycle crawler cranes and piling and drilling rigs. Liebherr also manufactures mobile construction cranes, as well as one of the widest ranges of fast-erecting and top-slewing tower cranes in the world. liebherr.com

LIFT PLANNING SERVICES, is a full-service consulting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive lift plans, rigging design, load analysis and lift directing services. Certified NCCCO Lift Directors customize detailed lift plans (including specialty, critical, USACE and NAVFAC) to fit every need and are available on-site to oversee lifting operations. Licensed professional engineers analyze crane loading, design rigging and provide extensive ground condition evaluation per OSHA 1926.1402 as part of the controlling entity’s responsibilities. Through these services and more, LPS elevates crane and rigging safety through planning, guidance and engineering. liftplanningservices.com

LINK-BELT CRANES, with headquarters in Lexington, KY, is a leader in the design and manufacture of telescopic boom and lattice boom cranes for the construction industry worldwide. Link-Belt is committed to the manufacture and service of high-quality products that satisfy customers worldwide. Link-Belt Cranes is also home to a family of passionate professionals with a legacy of innovation and cutting-edge technology spanning nearly 150 years. These professionals, in an 815,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and with a culture of continuous innovation, have pushed Link-Belt to be the most modern crane manufacturer in North America, the company said. linkbelt.com

LOAD KING is a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty vocational equipment. Since 1956, Load King has been synonymous with high-quality equipment meant to WORK for your business. Load King is the OEM brand for Custom Truck One Source, and we benefit from the feedback of thousands of customers utilizing our 10,000-unit rental fleet. We take that knowledge and use it to refine and improve our line of products which include Trailers, Cranes, Service Trucks, Water Trucks, Dump Trucks, and Roofing Conveyers. loadkingmfg.com

MAEDA AMERICA is the exclusive distributor for North and Central America for Maeda Mini Cranes. Headquartered in Katy, TX. Maeda America is a subsidiary of Maeda Seisakusho Co. www.maedaamerica.com. Maeda is a pioneer in the mini crane business and has grown to be the world’s largest mini crane manufacturer, featuring mini cranes and telescopic boom crawler cranes. maedaamerica.com

THE MANITOWOC COMPANY has an over 120-year tradition of providing high-quality, customer-focused products and support services to its markets. Manitowoc is one of the world’s leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Manitowoc, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, markets, and supports comprehensive product lines of mobile hydraulic cranes, lattice-boom crawler cranes, boom trucks and tower cranes under the Aspen Equipment, Grove, Manitowoc, MGX Equipment Services, National Crane, Potain and Shuttlelift brand names. manitowoc.com

MAZZELLA is a source for high-performance crane rope solutions. The company has mobile spooling trucks to provide reliable, 24-hour, on-site service to all mobile crane customers. Their spooling units were designed and built to handle a variety of applications in the mobile crane industry with the ultimate goal of providing crane customers with as little down time as possible. Mazzella employs certified technicians who can perform an in-field poured socket replacement for high-performance crane rope. mazzellacompanies.com

MID-CONTINENT CRANE is a leading provider of crane rentals, sales, inspections, and training services for the lift industry. With a wide range of equipment options, including tower cranes, underhook attachments, and construction hoists, Mid-Continent Crane offers versatile solutions to meet the needs of every project. The company’s highly qualified team of inspectors ensures thorough and efficient inspections, saving clients time and money. Additionally, Mid Continent Crane provides training programs designed to kickstart or accelerate careers in the lifting industry. midcontinentcrane.com

Since the company began in 1924, MILWAUKEE TOOL has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver increased productivity and durability for professional construction users. Whether it is through their M12 and M18 cordless systems, the performance of their M12 and M18 FUEL products, jobsite lighting, time-saving accessories, or hand tool and storage products, Milwaukee Tool is dedicated to delivering a continuous flow of advanced, trade-specific solutions, the company said. milwaukeetool.com

NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY, a member of Great American Insurance Group, is a leading provider of specialty insurance with a focus on crane, rigging and specialized carriers. As an SC&RA endorsed market partner, National Interstate offers membership a range of products including guaranteed cost and deductible programs, as well as innovative alternative risk transfer options, such as Titan Specialized and Boomerang. National Interstate and its insurance subsidiaries are rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best Company.www.natl.com 

NBIS (NationsBuilders Insurance Services) is a premier insurance provider to the crane, rigging and specialized transport industries, serving SC&RA members as an endorsed property and casualty insurance provider for over 27 years with insurance coverage and innovative risk management solutions. The NBIS team provides members with customized insurance products to protect businesses as well as contract management, preventative risk analysis and planning. NBIS provides coverage from a variety of A+ (Superior) rated carriers by A.M. Best Company and licensed in all 50 states. NBIS is a DUAL North America company, visit nbis.com

NELSON MANUFACTURING COMPANY is a North American manufacturer of custom semi-trailers, boom dollies and boom launch trailers. The company’s trailers and dollies are built to order which allows them to offer solutions to specific needs. Nelson uses the latest technologies combined with proven designs to provide not only the most efficient and user-friendly trailers and boom dollies on the market but the most durable as well. They provide products for the crane, rigging, construction, heavy haul, over size and aerospace markets. nelsontrailers.com

OTH PIONEER RIGGING is bringing a slick gear that challenged the line of work of the lifting and rigging industry. This new offering provides unique versatile remote-controlled hooks that allow building erectors and manufacturers to safely perform more lifts per day. Light and durable, it can be taken out on any application, at any site, even off grid. The hooks require little energy to operate and enable more than a week of hard work without recharge. othrigging.com

PACCAR WINCH engineers and manufactures industry-leading winch, hoist and drive systems under the BRADEN, CARCO and Gearmatic brand names. PACCAR Winch is proud to offer a wide range of solutions for specialized transportation and material handling including crane hoists, trailer and recovery winches, swing drives and track drives. The company works hand-in-hand with customers to develop the best products for their needs. paccarwinch.com

ASC/PYTHON AMERICA ropes are made in Germany including all wires and strands. Some of the company’s new Compac 35 Plus true nonrotating ropes, from 8 to 32 millimeters, are available and in stock for all truck, mobile, crawler and tower cranes. Additionally, the company’s continuous training courses are provided throughout the country for proper installation of crane ropes. ascindustries.com

RAYCOWYLIE SYSTEMS is a world leader in crane monitoring systems and other construction equipment. Its key areas of expertise lie in the development and installation of complex rated capacity indicators with a simple user interface. RaycoWylie also provide wireless or wired customized safety instrumentation such as anti-two block systems, wind speed indicators, load indicators and angle indicators to maximize operation both inland and offshore. raycowylie.com

RIBBIOT is a dynamic operations platform born from the specialized carriers and rigging industry on a mission to revolutionize the critical movement of people and things, the company said. Ribbiot’s web and mobile applications provide an easy-to-adopt real-time platform to manage equipment, jobs, documents, processes and crews. The streamlined and intuitive user interface enables customers to leverage detailed information about crews, qualifications, equipment usage and job progress to ensure everything runs smoothly. ribbiot.com

RICONNECT CORPORATION is a critical equipment management system that provides efficient and accurate information transactions between parties along the supply chain, including product manufacturers, distributors, asset owners, end-user employees and inspection service providers. riconnect.tech

RIDEWELL SUSPENSIONS engineers and manufactures custom suspension systems for the specialized transportation industry. Ridewell also supplies drum and disc brake axles as well as air control systems. The company has served the transportation industry worldwide since 1967 and holds many patents for exclusive features that provide for low maintenance and superior ride quality. ridewellcorp.com

RIGGING GEAR SALES is home to North America’s largest fleet of hydraulic gantry systems and accessories. With over 100 gantry legs, over 100 lifting beams in their rental fleet, and over a half of a mile of gantry runway track, RGS has the right equipment at the right time. Other uncommon tools round out the fleet such as side shift systems, track elevation stands and their new 550-ton Rotation Station. RGS compliments their fleet of Lift Systems’ brand gantry equipment as a North American dealer for the TII Group – Scheuerle, Nicolas, Kamag brands of special transport trailers. RGS has recently added 4-axle SPMT Light special transport trailers to their sales and rental fleet. rgsinc.net

ROUSE is the leader in construction equipment market intelligence. Rouse provides over 400 rental companies and dealers with comparisons of their rental rates, utilization, and equipment values to industry benchmarks leveraging over $100B of fleet data, $44B in annual rental transaction volume, and $42B in private party equipment sale transaction data provided by participants in its benchmarking pool. rouseservices.com

Introducing RSD SOFTWARE, the company behind RSD Blue. This is software that enhances your operations with intuitive tools for receiving, storing, and delivering; all in one powerful package. This is RSD’s first of many ERP modules designed to streamline your processes, increase productivity and reduce costs. It’s not designed for 3PLs or fulfillment centers… it’s meant for warehousing companies, crane and rigging contractors, general contractors, mechanical and electrical subs and primes, or anyone looking to ditch the folders and spreadsheets. Discover the power of a seamless and scalable solution designed to enhance productivity and reduce costs. rdsoftwareinc.com

SAMSARA is the creator of the Connected Operations Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. With tens of thousands of customers across North America and Europe, Samsara is a proud technology partner to the people who keep the global economy running, including the world’s leading organizations across construction, transportation and warehousing, field services, manufacturing, retail, logistics and public sector. samsara.com

SANY AMERICA launched two new cranes, the SRA550A a 55-ton rough terrain and the SCA1600TB, a 160-ton telescopic boom crawler, this April. They showed customers their first glimpse of the SRA550A rough terrain crane at a demo and dine event in New Orleans in February. The SRA550A fills out the current rough terrain lineup ranging from 35 to 120 tons. SANY’s SCA1600TB telescopic boom crawler crane with class leading capacity was well received at ConExpo 2023. This increases their lineup to two telescopic boom and four lattice boom crawlers ranging from 90 to 440 tons. sanyamerica.com

SKYWARD SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY, a long-time SC&RA member and specialty insurance carrier, brings extensive expertise and years of service to the crane, rigging, millwright, equipment rental, dealer and other construction markets. Skyward offers guaranteed cost, deductible and its new Crane Captive as insurance options to the market. Customers and agents get customizable coverage, exceptional service, aggressive claims handling and proactive risk management services. Skyward Specialties is >1 billion in revenues and its subsidiary carriers Houston Specialty Insurance Company and Imperium Insurance Company are rated A- (Positive) by A.M. Best Company. skywardinsurance.com

SLINGMAX RIGGING SOLUTIONS is recognized worldwide for local service and high-quality innovative solutions for the heavy lifting and industrial markets. The Slingmax organization consists of 35 independent companies, each exclusively licensed, trained and certified to manufacture, repair and test Slingmax products. Strategically located in 11 countries, the company offers 45 full-service fabricating locations. slingmax.com

THE TADANO GROUP is a leading global manufacturer of mobile cranes and aerial work platforms driven by its core values of safety, quality and efficiency based on compliance (C+SQE). Each and every one of Tadano’s products and services encompass these values to reinforce continuous pursuit of excellence for the world and the future through high-quality lifting equipment, the company said. Tadano’s corporate philosophy of creation, contribution and cooperation strives to foster tight-knit cooperation between people both inside and outside of the organization in order to create products, technologies and services that deliver value to the customer and to the society as a whole. To implement this corporate philosophy, Tadano’s management strategy emphasizes balanced growth for both the company and the people whose lives it affects. tadanoamericas.com

TALBERT MANUFACTURING manufactures a variety of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment. Located in Indiana, Talbert has been serving the transportation industry since 1938. Talbert products include utility and tag-a-long trailers, tilt deck trailers, hydraulic slide axle/hydraulic tail trailers, low bed heavy haul trailers, extendable trailers (flats, step decks, lowbeds, hydraulic necks), spread axle trailers (East and West coast styles) and multi-axle configurations. talbertmfg.com

TEREX CRANES AMERICAS is a global crane company manufacturing tower, rough terrain and pick and carry cranes. The company offers a full product line of state-of-the-art flat top, hammerhead, luffing jib, and self-erecting tower cranes. The new generation of rough terrain cranes includes several models for the American marketplace and continue to grow. The Franna pick and carry crane new to the American market possess powerful lifting capacities and top line safety features. terex.com/cranes

TEUFELBERGER is a diversified, international group specializing in fiber ropes, steel wire ropes and strapping. The product portfolio includes steel ropes for ropeways, cranes and rope construction, synthetic fiber ropes, for example for sailing, recreational climbing, personal fall protection, tree care and industrial applications, as well as plastic strapping for transport security. teufelberger.com

Since its start in 1954, TOWSLEYS has become a nationally recognized leader in providing solutions for clothing, promotional products, gifts and service awards, ranking in the top two percent in the U.S. From t-shirts, hats and polos to safety vests, gloves and jackets, to pens, mugs, banners or anything customers can put their logo on Towsleys serves the crane, construction and equipment industry with branded merchandise. towsleysinc.com

TRAIL KING INDUSTRIES, North America’s largest specialized trailer manufacturer, has been a supporting member of the SC&RA for over 40 years. Trail King engineers and manufactures dual-lane transport systems, hydraulic Schnable neck, blade hauling and custom multi-axle trailers for the wind energy industry and specialized hauling markets. Trail King strives to lead the way in the trailer industry, delivering the best trailers in the world for customers’ success. trailking.com

TRAIL-EZE TRAILERS builds a variety of standard and specialized equipment trailers to help with all transportation needs, which is a result of 50 years of experience. Trail-Eze is a custom trailer manufacturer with a complete line of rear- loading hydraulic tail and slide axle trailers, front-loading folding goose neck and hydraulic detach trailers and high-capacity multi-axle trailers. traileze.com

TRANSMASTER TRAILERS/MASTER SOLUTIONS is dedicated to the design of innovative, specialized heavy haul equipment to satisfy a client’s specific needs. TransMaster engineering and manufacturing teams are based in Carlisle, PA where the production of various types of customized trailers are manufactured. TransMaster offers but is not limited to various types of trailers that include - multi-axle steering dollies, fixed and expanding perimeter frames, stretches, steerable trailers, jeeps, step-decks, detachable gooseneck lowboys, suspension beam systems and crane dollies. transmastertrailers.com

TRANSPORT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ENTERPRISES, INC. (TPSE INC.) is a certified woman-owned small business, offering products, parts and accessories, service, maintenance and technical assistance to the specialized transportation, aerospace, power generation, ship building, construction and millwright industries, among others. Featuring products from the TII Group including Scheuerle and Kamag, TPSE is the source for SPMTs, shipyard transporters, hydraulic road trailers and more. tpseinc.com

US CARGO CONTROL goes above and beyond to ensure customers get the high-quality equipment they need and the exceptional service they deserve. With teams of dedicated product consultants, fast shipping and in-house custom product capabilities. uscargocontrol.com

Effective March 2024, Yak Mat, joined United Rentals. As North America’s largest supplier of access mats, UNITED RENTALS MATTING SOLUTIONS offers the most extensive variety of ready-to-ship mats and total access solutions for any terrain, backed by over 50 years of experience. The acquisition enhances United Rentals’ focus on hardwood and composite mats while providing access to the largest and most versatile industrial and construction equipment fleet, supported by 24/7 service, maintenance and additional solutions. yakmat.com

USI INSURANCE SERVICES is a national U.S. insurance broker with a heavy equipment practice group headquartered in Coral Gables, FL. The USI Heavy Equipment Division is generalist-free. The company’s veteran team of heavy equipment insurance specialists has knowledge of the crane and rigging, millwrighting, concrete pumping and specialized heavy haul industries. USI knows the complexities of industry-specific benchmarking, contract language, manuscript coverage forms, risk management, claims advocacy and more. USI.com

VISUAL DISPATCH by RapidWorks is a resource management software solution for the crane and rigging industry. Capabilities include quoting, scheduling, dispatching, eTickets, safety, payroll, invoicing, accounting integration, preventive maintenance and extensive reporting. Over the years, the company has advanced as a powerful tool to handle the requirements of the industry. visualdispatch.com

VITA INDUSTRIAL specializes in intelligent lifting solutions. The Vita Load Navigator (VLN) revolutionizes load control offering a dynamic and precise approach to lifting operations. By connecting below the hook of all crane types, the VLN enables operators to manage and maneuver loads with unparalleled accuracy, eliminating the risks associated with taglines and load instability. Stay on schedule, lift with precision, and protect your workers with the Vita Load Navigator. vitaindustrial.co

WIKA MOBILE CONTROL (WMC) provides operator aids, control systems and sensors including load moment indicators, wireless/wired load, angle and anti-two block systems for lifting equipment. WMC will have several new products on display including the new APEX SAI 33-W3 standalone indicator for wireless anti-two block switches and windspeed sensors as well as the new qSCALE I2 TH rated capacity indicator system for telehandlers. WMC’s line of consoles, controls and sensors meet both OEM and retrofit requirements in lifting applications. wika-mc.com

WIRECO is the global leader in manufacturing, engineering and distribution of wire rope, synthetic rope and electromechanical cable. With global reach, they deliver products for equipment and applications no matter where the worksite may be. WireCo products are used in the transport industry to load and unload freight; in the construction industry to move materials; and in the manufacturing industry to help assemble heavy equipment. wireco.com

WRIGHTPLAN is an industrial services and heavy lift software provider that helps crane and rigging businesses improve operational efficiency with the staff they have. From estimating and job creation to scheduling, dispatching, tracking and beyond, WrightPlan’s web-based tools and field service management apps are purpose-built to help streamline workflows, standardize processes and eliminate manual data entry. wrightplan.com

YOKE INC. is the U.S. subsidiary of YOKE Industrial, a Taiwan-based manufacturer of lifting fittings for chain, wire rope and webbing slings. Certified by ISO 9001 as well as DNV, API, ABS and DGUV. YOKE manufacturers digital product line and qualified products tested in accordance with EN1677, i.e. Lifting Point (YP), DA shackle (DNV 2.7-1 approved), Snatch Block (YSB) and G100 lifting components. yoke.net

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