VOLUME 29 • NUMBER 11

NOVEMBER 2026

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Lift Planning Below The Hook

Rigging fundamentals are central to lift safety and performance

Lift Planning Lift Planning Support

Powerful programs make designing and doing crane work smoother, safer, and more efficient

Crane Spotlight Modernizing Industrial Lifting

Carry deck cranes continue to prove their value where space constraints, productivity demands, and operational flexibility are critical

Lift Planning Planning for Success

Effective lift plans are a team effort, start long before the actual pick, and cover every aspect of the job

Crane Rope Ensuring the Lifeline

Crane rope selection, maintenance, and testing help promote lifting efficiency and safety

Lift Planning Meeting Challenges

Effective lift planning eliminates variables, cuts costs, and improves safety

Event Review On the Floor, In the Conversation

2026 SC & RA Crane & Rigging Workshop exhibitors share the ideas, challenges, and connections discussed on the show floor

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On the Cover: Compact dimensions, four-wheel steering, and 360-degree boom rotation allow carry deck cranes to maneuver in locations that would be inaccessible to larger equipment. The new 25-ton Broderson IC-400 model also has a threeposition hydraulic outrigger system for additional flexibility in restricted spaces.

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