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Planning for Automation of Overhead Crane and Monorail Systems
Automation of repetitive lifting processes can bring significant benefits to businesses in tight labor markets. It can make operations safer for workers, optimize material flow, and enhance throughput.
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Hoist Manufacturers Institute (HMI) Emphasizes Worker Training — No Matter The Load
This article by Tom Gresham previously appeared in Volume 11, Issue 4 of MHI Solutions magazine.
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Konecranes secures 16-crane order to support environmentally sustainable scrap metal recycling rebar mill in Arkansas
Konecranes will provide 16 cranes to Hybar, an environmentally sustainable scrap metal recycling and steel production company in the United States. These cranes, including ladle, charge, rolling mill, and shipping bay cranes, will be instrumental in supporting Hybar's steel rebar production. The order was won in September 2023, with deliveries scheduled in 2024 and early 2025.
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Kito Crosby Unveils New Brand
Kito Crosby, a global leader of the lifting and securement industry, is proud to announce the launch of its new, unified corporate brand.
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Overhead crane regional report: Canada can do
Canada’s only neighbour is the United States and too often it is neglected in comparison. But its lifting industry can hold its own against and even penetrate into US markets. Julian Champkin reports.
Canada’s only neighbour is the United States and too often it is neglected in comparison. But its lifting industry can hold its own against and even penetrate into US markets. Julian Champkin reports.
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US steel mill installs fully automated cranes system
A US steel mill has seen its fully automated cranes system improve its operational efficiency.
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US labour shortages: Hard work finding the staff
With the US facing labour shortages, supply chain issues and even talk of a recession, several businesses in the overhead crane industry describe what they are doing to help not only their customers, but themselves too. Tony Rock reports.
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