Articles by D.Ann Shiffler

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.
Houston show vibe: Bulk optimism
Published on: 24 October, 2024
Despite the looming U.S. presidential election, Breakbulk attendees were optimistic about business prospects.
Why your company needs to be on the ACT Transport 50 list
Published on: 22 October, 2024
The ACT Transport 50 toplist reveals the top specialized transportation companies in North America. Surveying is now open for the 2024 list.
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
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
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
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