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Outage season has a way of testing your prep work. When the clock’s ticking and the lifts keep coming, there’s no time to chase down missing crane parts. That’s why we’ve made it easy to stock up on the essentials—right from our online store. From wire rope to motors, you’ll find…

In manufacturing, every second and every resource counts, and optimizing efficiency is critical. When operations are running efficiently and using materials and labor wisely, companies can produce more, waste less, and ultimately boost their bottom line. Streamlined systems do more than reduce costs—they also lead to faster turnaround times, higher…

In high-demand manufacturing environments, cranes are the backbone of productivity, precision, and safety. But what happens when maintenance is delayed or overlooked altogether? The answer is simple—and expensive. Deferring crane maintenance might seem like a way to save money in the short term, but in reality, it can quietly erode…

Crane systems in nuclear facilities are expected to perform flawlessly—especially during outages and refueling operations. But even the most reliable equipment is vulnerable to wear and tear. That’s why having a well-stocked inventory of essential replacement parts is a key part of any plant’s maintenance and risk management strategy. Based…

In industries like power generation, manufacturing, chemical processing, and steel production, unexpected crane downtime can have serious consequences. A sudden failure doesn’t just delay operations—it can put workers at risk, lead to missed deadlines, and cause significant financial loss. In these moments, time is everything. That’s why having a reliable…

If you’re dealing with an aging crane system, you’re probably asking yourself the big question: Should we keep upgrading what we’ve got—or start fresh with a new crane? It’s a common crossroads, and at American Crane & Equipment Corporation, we help customers weigh their options every day. The good news? You don’t…

Every system in a nuclear power plant has one job — to keep operations safe, stable, and online. Turbine cranes might not be the flashiest part of that system—but they’re one of the most essential. These heavy-duty cranes, designed specifically for the demands of power generation facilities, don’t just lift…

Choosing the Right Pushbutton Pendant Station Every crane operator knows that having the right controls can make all the difference. The pushbutton pendant station is the command center for a crane or hoist — it’s how heavy loads are moved safely, smoothly, and with precision. Choosing the right pendant isn’t…

Whether it’s on a busy job site or inside a manufacturing plant, cranes are essential to moving heavy loads safely and efficiently. But modern crane systems aren’t just about strength—they’re getting smarter, too. Thanks to innovations in telematics, IoT, and data analytics, today’s cranes can monitor their own performance, enhancing…

Dust, moisture, impact—it’s not always a gentle world out there for your lifting equipment. That’s why choosing the right enclosure material, whether polypropylene or rubber, is more important than it might first appear. These two materials are the most common options for pendant station enclosures, and while they both offer…