All articles by Sowmya Thuniki
Sowmya Thuniki
Making a move
As with many capital equipment sectors, conveyor belt manufacturers have arguably suffered from a challenging economic climate and a cautious customer base that have put new equipment investments on hold. However, the tide has turned and as sales pick up, technological developments continue at pace.
Think outside the box for cranes and hoists
When contemplating entering the cranes and hoists market, panel system integrators need to think outside the box – not only laterally but vertically as well. Mainstream horizontal applications like conveyors cannot be shoehorned into the same category as cranes and hoists. Tony Young, owner and director of CP Automation explains the complexities of vertical lift applications.
The rigging opportunity
Rigging and hoist equipment needs to meet an increasing number of exacting demands to stand out from the competition, Tim Sheahan looks at some of the latest developments
Lifting the industry
Some of the biggest and most robust equipment is needed for iron and steel making. And despite economic problems demand is holding up.
Constructing the future
The upcoming World Cup and Olympic Games in Brazil, coupled with growth in the automotive, shipbuilding and oil and gas sectors across South America, has ensured that the continent is an attractive proposition for hoist and crane manufacturers, finds Tim Sheahan
Credit circle for crane industry
Top Service is launching a credit circle for the crane, access and heavy equipment rental industry in the UK, it was revealed recently.
HSE announces major safety purge in UK
The UK’s Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a major site safety clampdown with over 2,000 unannounced inspections where refurbishment projects or repair works are underway.
Åkerströms Björbo partners with Transmission Aquitaine
Remote control systems firm Åkerströms Björbo AB has partnered with French company Transmission Aquitaine, which will see the latter distribute Åkerströms’ radio remotes in France.
Scanreco strengthens sales team
Scanreco, the Swedish radio remote control company has bolstered its sales team with the addition of two new employees.