Articles by D.Ann Shiffler

Fernlund promoted at Mazzella
Published on: 09 October, 2024
Heather Fernlund will take on the role of vice president of finance at Mazzella Companies.
RLB’s Crane Index for North America shows slight decrease
Published on: 08 October, 2024
In Q3 2024, the construction landscape held steady across North America, as the rate of decrease competes with the rate of cranes breaking ground
New report: How technology can impact crane safety
Published on: 08 October, 2024
New NSC and NCCCO Foundation report highlights technology solutions that can help reduce injury and death when working in and around cranes
Pat Clark takes on new role at Interplay Learning
Published on: 08 October, 2024
Interplay Learning recently acquired Industrial Training International, where Patrick Clark recently took a new position.
New crane safety, technology data from NSC and NCCCO
Published on: 08 October, 2024
The new content includes safety and technology information for those who work in and around cranes
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
Manitowoc Potain rolls out M24-19 self erector
Published on: 30 September, 2024
The new Potain Igo M 24-19 is directed at the homebuilding market.
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.
Tadano’s first electric rough terrain crane for North America
Published on: 22 September, 2024
The Tadano EVOLT is the first electric rough terrain crane designed for North American markets.
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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