VOLUME 29 • NUMBER 5

MAY 2026

Features

Crane Rental Rental Resource

Manufacturer’ s fleet gives users an extra option

Crane Rental Finding the Right Crane

A straightforward data-driven approach to crane rental pays dividends

Legal Issues Minimizing Exposure

Proactive measures can help avoid OSHA citations and improve safety

Equipment Spotlight Truck Crane Breakthrough

The Fassi F2350RL-HXP Techno knuckleboom crane is a platform for the next generation of heavy lifting

Special Section

Departments

6 News Link

Crane Spotlight Tough and Ready

Rough terrain cranes are poised to support strong opportunities across multiple end-user sectors

Cranes In Motion Bridging the Gap

Liebherr crawler cranes on the job in Alaska

Training Spotlight Reducing Risk

At Bay Ltd. crane simulation training is building a safer workforce

Crane Dealer Guide

On the Cover: The only tower crane manufacturer that offers direct rental in the U. S., Wolffkran Inc. plans to more than double its fleet of cranes in the next two years. Today, the company offers flat-top and hammerhead tower cranes in capacities ranging from 12 to 40 tons and luffing-jib tower cranes with maximum capacities from 28 to 66 tons.

Marketplace

Crane Dealer Locator

Equipment

& Services

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