At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, there was a sharp drop in demand for new construction projects. However, the industry has bounced back and construction is back underway. Experts are predicting that construction in the United States will increase by 4% in 2021. One of the most important tools on the construction site is
According to research, American businesses spend a monumental $1 billion per week. These costs are directly and indirectly connected to serious, non-fatal workplace injuries. In some industries, workplace safety is a major concern. Material handling happens to be a considerable risk. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has set important guidelines for employers. Every business
Are you worried that your workforce will succumb to the dangers of operating a crane one day? Do you fear that your crane will malfunction shortly and cause harm to your workers in the process? If so, then you need to learn all that you can about crane accidents. Doing so can help you in
Crane machines have been used since the time of the Ancient Greeks. They may have evolved and grown somewhat since the 6th Century BC, but the concept and use remain the same. They are an essential part of all of our material handling industries. We would not be able to run most of our manufacturing
Analysts expect the global overhead crane market to be worth more than $7.4 billion by 2031. Jib cranes are part of this strong growth. Are you considering buying a jib crane? Or do you want to optimize the use of the jib crane you have now? Proper care and maintenance of your jib crane help
Material lifting is a heavy business—and we mean that literally. The construction of the Greek temple marked the origin of the first crane in 515 BC, where they lifted the tongs and Lewis iron during construction. Social and political factors in Greece changed over time. This change made the crane the preferred method to move
Crane safety must be a priority. In 2017, 33 Americans died because of a crane accident. Each of these deaths was preventable. Manufacturers have integrated safety systems into their cranes. But it’s not enough to rely on technology. You and your workers need to study general crane safety. What are the risks that each kind
As long as humans have been building, we have used tools. We’ve come a long way from small hand tools to massive machines like cranes. Cranes of all types have been instrumental on construction sites for thousands of years. Today, there are many types of cranes. All are crafted with care to perform specific functions. These
The machinery maintenance and heavy equipment repair industry reached $34.3 billion in 2021. Not every equipment repair company will have the services you need, though. Before hiring a repair company, it’s important to vet your options. You’ll have peace of mind knowing the company you hired has the experience and expertise you need. They’ll ensure
While it’s easy to gravitate to the usual factory setup, sometimes it’s better to update your workforce. By “workforce”, we don’t only mean the humans working in your factory. We’re also talking about the machines that they use to perform essential tasks. That’s where workstations cranes come in. With great mobility and strength, workstation cranes
