Articles by Mike Chalmers

Forty years forward: SC&RF achievements keep on coming
Published on: 27 October 2026
Specialized Carriers and Rigging Foundation continues its work
Ideas in action: Data centers, tariffs and AI top agenda at SC&RA Workshop
Published on: 02 October 2026
The 2026 workshop drew 753 attendees to Omaha, Nebraska.
The new competitive advantage in cranes and transport
Published on: 03 September 2026
Keep projects moving with the right permitting tools
Performance with purpose: a look at SC&RA’s annual Environmental Award winners
Published on: 27 August 2026
A look at this year’s winners from SC&RA’s annual competition
SC&RA Foundation Special Report: Scouting talent
Published on: 16 July 2026
SC&RF highlights the top companies for workforce outreach
SC&RA boosts engagement by taking to the road
Published on: 18 June 2026
Hitting the road to keep SC&RA members informed of the Association’s advocacy efforts
Mental health is a shared responsibility
Published on: 27 May 2026
Employee mental health, accountability and the importance of leadership in practice
Industry in focus: SC&RA Annual Conference review
Published on: 11 May 2026
A lively event saw more than 800 attendees focused on education, networking and business development
Building common ground in lifting with ICSA
Published on: 22 April 2026
2026 ICSA meeting highlights shared challenges shaping lifting operations worldwide
Harry Fry takes the gavel in 2026
Published on: 13 April 2026
Harry Fry steps up as SC&RA president for 2026-2027
From reaction to prevention: SC&RA committees redefine safety strategy
Published on: 25 March 2026
SC&RA committees are moving beyond reactionary work toward proactive safety and strategic engagement.
Crane and rigging education at ConExpo
Published on: 19 February 2026
SC&RA members offer educational insight into regulatory and operational pressures
Reset or rebound: Looking forward in 2026
Published on: 15 January 2026
In the January 2026 issue of American Cranes & Transport, Mike Chalmers spoke to industry experts about trends, pressures and decisions that will likely define 2026
SC&RA advocacy delivers regulatory wins, tariff relief and policy progress
Published on: 05 January 2026
Association advances member priorities and strengthens industry standards nationwide
Festive transport: Silver Belle to D.C.
Published on: 22 December 2025
SC&RA members lift and transport the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree

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Smart lifting: How to balance cost and safety
Published on: 03 December 2025
Rental experts discuss equipment strategies for today’s complex lifting challenges
SC&RA Workshop: strength in numbers
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Published on: 27 October 2025
A record-setting event underscored the industry’s resilience, collaboration and commitment to progress
SC&RA member spotlight: Hovago
Published on: 24 September 2025
Turning cross-border challenges into relationships

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Case study: The planning and execution of a complex and historic lift in Pennsylvania
Published on: 08 August 2025
How a delicate removal project secured the future of a 135-year-old architectural gem
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