Articles by D.Ann Shiffler

Sany America rolls out new RT
Published on: 18 April, 2024
At the ARA show in New Orleans last month, Sany debuted a new 55-ton capacity rough terrain crane.
ACT EXCLUSIVE: Appling joins Brewer Crane as an investor and board member
Published on: 09 April, 2024
Brewer Crane specializes in mobile cranes, rough terrain cranes, tower cranes and construction hoists.
What’s going on in the boom dolly market?
Published on: 03 April, 2024
While demand is considered steady, the number of companies now making boom dollies has decreased.
Sarens expands offshore wind power presence with ‘largest project of its kind in the U.S.’
Published on: 26 March, 2024
Sarens will receive and load out 176 monopiles, 176 transition pieces and jackets and topsides for the three offshore substations for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind farm.
What’s going on in the industrial crane market?
Published on: 13 March, 2024
The market for industrial cranes is exploding for a number of reasons.
MILESTONES: Sims Crane celebrates 65 years
Published on: 13 March, 2024
In honor of their anniversary, the Sims Crane family of companies pulled out all the stops.
Previewing June’s TCNA conference
Published on: 12 March, 2024
Tower Cranes North America is shaping up to be a premier industry event.
Matthew Hinty: ‘Our job isn’t done until we all come home safe’
Published on: 11 March, 2024
Extreme rigging challenges do not daunt Advanced Rigging & Machinery Movers’ Matthew Hinty.
Rounding up the latest specialized lifting projects
Published on: 07 March, 2024
ACT showcases various specialized lifting and rigging jobs across North America that require the utmost in experience and practical know how.
Manitowoc offers ‘fresh start’ for women in recovery
Published on: 29 February, 2024
Brooke’s House and The Manitowoc Company are helping women forge lifelong skills in the manufacturing industry.
What’s going on in the North American SPMT market?
Published on: 06 February, 2024
As SPMT usage has grown, these versatile machines are expanding into new markets.
Iron Stag Crane tackles transmission tower replacement
Published on: 01 February, 2024
Replacing powerline transmission towers over the Susquehanna River required planning, skill and a safety-first culture.
Buckingham Heavy Transport DBD talks company’s rich history in structural moving
Published on: 30 January, 2024
Buckingham Heavy Transport’s Rick Maloyed discusses how to harness opportunity through experience and know-how. 
Tradelossa comemora 50 anos
Published on: 09 January, 2024
Aurelio de los Santos Murillo abriu uma empresa com um pequeno caminhão em novembro de 1973.
Tradelossa celebra 50 años
Published on: 09 January, 2024
Aurelio de los Santos Murillo fundó la empresa el 16 de noviembre de 1973.
Mega crane demand is on the rise
Published on: 09 January, 2024
These super heavy lift cranes are needed around the world to service huge lifting projects. 
ACT EXCLUSIVE: Up close and personal with Bigge’s new “green” crawler
Published on: 08 January, 2024
D.Ann Shiffler reports from California as Bigge Crane & Rigging unveils its Liebherr LR 1250.1 Unplugged. 
Tradelossa celebrates 50 years
Published on: 08 January, 2024
Started by Don Aurelio de los Santos Murillo in November 1973, Tradelossa is one of Mexico’s most renowned specialists in specialized transportation and rigging.
Talking transport: A Q&A with the chairman of SC&RA’s Symposium
Published on: 03 January, 2024
Louis Juneau brings a deep understanding to the realm of specialized transportation. 
Who are North America’s largest specialized transportation companies?
Published on: 11 December, 2023
ACT presents the exclusive rankings of the 2023 Transport 50 Top List. 
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