Articles by D.Ann Shiffler

Reflecting on Giuffre Bros.’ iconic crane business
Published on: 16 September, 2024
After more than 60 years in business, Dominic Giuffre has retired.
Tadano to acquire Manitex International
Published on: 12 September, 2024
Manitex International will be acquried by Tadano Ltd. at an equity value of US$123 million and total transaction value of $223 million
Heading to America: Tadano’s 100 ton all electric EVOLT RT
Published on: 10 September, 2024
The Tadano EVOLT is the first electric rough terrain crane designed to work in North America
Infrastructure update: Major U.S. bridge and highway projects in progress
Published on: 05 September, 2024
Infrastructure projects often require multiple cranes and super innovative lifting and rigging plans.
The art, science and economics of a lift plan
Published on: 03 September, 2024
ACT convened a panel of lift planning professionals to discuss the evolution of lift planning and how they have become a business mainstay.
How PSC Crane & Rigging built a legacy: an interview with Randy Sever
Published on: 30 August, 2024
A conversation with the company’s chief operating officer and upcoming SC&RA Crane & Rigging Workshop chairman.
Manitex names Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment new dealer
Published on: 28 August, 2024
Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment named Manitex distributor
Jaso towers power global prefab construction boom
Published on: 20 August, 2024
On projects in Singapore, Spain and Canada, Jaso Tower Cranes has adapted new models to accommodate the PPVC method of construction.
A fleet favorite: how RTs are changing the game
Published on: 16 August, 2024
Simple to operate and easy to navigate around a jobsite, rough terrain cranes are critical tools on large and small projects
Mastering tower crane services: a guide to this specialized field
Published on: 14 August, 2024
Tower crane service providers are critical players in the tower crane sector.
How ‘Mary’ is digging deep for Virginia’s biggest highway project
Published on: 12 August, 2024
Mary the tunnel boring machine broke through a headwall, completing the first tunnel that is a part of the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel Expansion (HRTAC) project.
Steven Todd: ‘I’ve found folks in this industry to be tremendously genuine and hard working’
Published on: 09 August, 2024
Steven Todd discusses the work of ProMiles Software and how much the specialized transportation sector impacts his life.
Breaking down the latest trends in the articulating crane market
Published on: 05 August, 2024
Over the last decade, the market for articulating cranes has steadily increased.
Innovative equipment revolutionizes hauling of wind components
Published on: 29 July, 2024
Purpose-designed trailers for wind farm components are gaining traction in the ever-evolving wind industry.
Detailing Wolffkran’s new North American headquarters
Published on: 22 July, 2024
Wolffkran hosted an engaging open house and product demonstrations in Houston, showing of it’s new North American digs.
The future of the lattice boom crawler market
Published on: 15 July, 2024
A host of challenges have given the lattice boom crawler crane market fits and starts in 2024.
Reviewing the Tower Cranes North America Conference
Published on: 15 July, 2024
Alex Dahm and D.Ann Shiffler provide an overview of the Tower Cranes North America Conference in Nashville, TN.
Maeda crawler performs at iconic Colorado concert venue
Published on: 08 July, 2024
A Maeda MC815 mini crawler crane was ideal for a job at the Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
What’s going on in the all-terrain crane market?
Published on: 01 July, 2024
Owners praise ATs because they are mobile, versatile and offer high lifting capacity and long reach. 
Who are the 100 largest crane companies in North America?
Published on: 25 June, 2024
The ACT100 grew substantially in 2024.
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