OSHA Updates Crane Rule, Removes Certification by Capacity Public comment period on rule remains open until June 20 Jeff Rubenstone May 29, 2018 No Comments The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced on May 21 that it is amending its proposed rule for crane operator training and certification.Read More
Volvo CE Sees Shift to Electric, Autonomous Machines Jeff Rubenstone May 23, 2018 No Comments A recent upswing in global construction equipment sales has buoyed manufacturers, many of which are now making fresh investments in new technologies. Read More
Product Snapshot: Tape Measure and Truck Crane May 23, 2018 No Comments STUD tape measure features highly durable EXO360 tape that is resistant to breaking from repeated folding or twisting.Read More
Commentary on Economic Nationalism Editorial: Trump's Trade And Tariff Chaos Harms Construction May 23, 2018 One Comment It’s clear now that an organized plan for trade can never be expected to emerge from the Trump administration’s deal-oriented style.Read More
Product Snapshot: Impact Driver and Sledgehammer May 16, 2018 No Comments The Larson 4000 skid-mounted, fold-over light mast features four 1000-W metal halide lamps on a telescoping boom.Read More
Milwaukee Battery Upgrade Lets Cordless Tools Tackle Tougher Jobs Jeff Rubenstone May 8, 2018 No Comments An upgraded 18V battery from Milwaukee Tools is now powering new angle grinders, reciprocating saws and a cordless table saw.Read More
Product Snapshot: Telehandler and Cut-Off Saw May 2, 2018 No Comments The E 355 telehandler has an operating weight of 11.5 metric tons, with a lifting capacity of up to 5.5 metric tons.Read More
Product Snapshot: Compactor Attachment and Pipe Coupling April 25, 2018 No Comments Deere has added three new models of vibratory plate compactor attachments to its Worksite Pro line.Read More
Product Snapshot: Rough Terrain Crane and Fastening Tool April 18, 2018 No Comments Camso has introduced several new tires in its multipurpose construction tire lineup.Read More
Robotic Arms and Powered Exosuit Take the Load Off Jeff Rubenstone April 4, 2018 No Comments Robots made for the construction industry are often pushed as a way to reduce the labor costs of simple, predictable work.Read More