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William Hackett secures H-Mark certification on new range
William Hackett, a trusted global supplier of safety-critical lifting, rigging and chain solutions, has secured H-mark certification for its latest chain sling components.
Steelmakers boost crane investments amid market shifts
Even amid uncertainty over the impact of US President Donald Trump’s policies, demand for overhead cranes in the US steel industry is set to grow. Myra Pinkham investigates how leading industry experts are pointing to market volatility, shifting trade policies and evolving technology as key factors influencing future demand, with tariffs, automation and infrastructure investment playing a crucial role in shaping the sector’s trajectory.
Raising the bar at ProMat 2025
ProMat 2025 showcased the rapid evolution of material handling, from increased collaboration and technology integration to the drive for smarter, safer and more sustainable lifting solutions. Industry leaders share their insights on this year’s exhibition.
A keen eye for talent
In business for more than 20 years, CraneTech remained a small but successful company until four years ago, when current CEO Eric Factor and his business partner steered it on a course of rapid organic growth and an aggressive strategy of acquisition. He tells OCH about this journey into the crane industry, and how the company’s peoplefirst approach is creating the perfect recipe for continued growth and expansion.
Tennessee construction set to create boom for lifting industry
From governor-backed plans for nuclear projects to warehouse growth from some blue chip corporate players down to in-house training plans for next-generation operating talent, Dan Cave looks at the latest crane and hoist news from the Volunteer State.
Must the show go on?
Trade shows have long been an industry staple, providing companies with the opportunity to network with key decision-makers and showcase their latest technologies and services. But, in the post-pandemic era, do they still fulfil the same vital function they once did? We asked key industry figures to share their recent experiences and look ahead to how trade shows might evolve.
Make the most of this moment
With a new political regime full of vision and vigour, Mexico’s unpredictable and increasingly isolationist neighbour to the north is making ripples in the waters of international trade. Jim Banks looks at the factors that shaping the economy in the years to come.
Safety above all
Understanding and implementing safe lifting practices across industries is not only critical for pr eventing incidents and ensuring operational integrity – it can literally be a matter of life and death. The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), the globally recognised authority for the lifting equipment sect or, shares essential expertise and insights to make lifting safety second nature across all industries.
LEEA Invites Industry to Take Survey Ahead of GLAD
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is inviting members and non-members to help build the future of the industry by taking a survey, ahead of Global Lifting Awareness Day’s (GLAD) return on Thursday 12th June 2025. The survey closes on 25th April 2025.