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American Crane is a proud member of the Crane Manufacturing Association of America (CMAA).  I am honored to serve as President of the CMAA for the next two years. The CMAA’s mission is the deliver technical specifications and resources that promote safety in the...

Bridges require regular maintenance and repair to remain safe for use. At American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO), we offer a wide range of lifting solutions to facilitate bridge maintenance and repair operations for our customers. One of our product...

A gantry crane uses its own legs for support rather than a beam or other fixture within the facility. Indoor gantry cranes may have a single or multiple girders, with multiple girder models better suited to heavy-duty work. There are four primary styles of gantry...

Everyone is dealing with a huge amount of change and disruption right now. But change and disruption are not new.  They are a normal part of business. A common obstacle to overcome and leverage is possible. What is new to the scene is the pace. What is keeping you...

A hoist helps to raise and lower heavy loads and is sometimes used to transport objects from one location to another. There are many types of hoists that may be operated manually, pneumatically, or electronically. This mechanical device most often features one or...

Selecting the best crane or hoist equipment for your application is a challenging process. To find equipment that will facilitate safe and efficient operations, it is important to have a thorough understanding of crane terminology, different crane types, parts of a...

When it comes to overhead cranes, there are several options to choose from, including top-running and under-running. While top-running and under-running overhead cranes are both used to lift and move loads vertically and horizontally, each type offers their own...

Click to Expand There are many facets to crane operation safety, and you can't afford to ignore any of them. To avoid employee injuries, OSHA fines and lawsuits, and the cost of repairing equipment and property, it is crucial to make the following safety...