Features
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ArticleFalsework & formwork: A tall order
Today’s systems must be light, strong, fast-erecting and, above all, safer than ever
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Concrete construction: Cemented in the industry
A look at how modern concreting methods are changing in construction
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IPAF’s new CEO Peter Douglas in discussion
In his first interview in the role, Douglas speaks to Euan Youdale about his past and plans
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Interview – Kazunori Ohara: Adapting for the market
Man who helped take Japanese attachment specialist Okada Aiyon into US is doing same in Europe
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Lots of work for Scudder
British firm becomes principal contractor in major London power station project
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Construction mega projects: Projects for the ages
A look at some of the biggest, most expensive and innovative projects from around the world
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Opinion: Who’s afraid of data?
Gareth Parkes of Sir Robert McAlpine calls on the industry to develop a more collaborative approach to the construction process
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Regional report: South Africa
Rental is supporting a buoyant mining industry and a distressed construction sector
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IC M20 2019: Keeping it up
Building on last year’s return to growth, the 2019 ICM20 ranking of the world’s largest crane manufacturers by revenue is up strongly. ICST reports
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Equipment as a service
James de La Salle, from CIL, explores how suppliers are adapting to changing customer needs
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IRC/APEX Asia report
As Chinese manufacturers flood the market with MEWPs, rental rates feel the downward pressure
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Utilities: A deep dive into tech
The need for utilities in Europe is growing exponentially, giving rise to new equipment and techniques
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Telehandlers: Far and wide
Manufacturers are expanding their ranges in terms of both capacity and geography
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Makinex interview: Product evolution
General Manager Pete Maginnis talks about the firm’s credo: ‘Making inefficiencies extinct’
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Tower cranes and operator hoists: Reach for the stars
The tower crane market is booming and innovation is abundant in the latest slew of products. Christian Shelton reports
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Compressors: Putting on the pressure
Compressors need not only to be compact and easy to maintain but also environmentally sensitive
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Compact equipment: Finding the balance
Loader manufacturers seek marginal gains to fulfil the equation between ruggedness and versatility
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Earthmoving equipment: Intelligent machines
Earthmoving equipment has an increasing amount of technology but is also becoming easier to operate than ever before
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Interview: United goes beyond traditional rental
Three executives from United Rentals give their perspectives on how the company is evolving
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Industry pioneers
Niftylift has been at the forefront of safety and innovation since its inception in 1985. Lindsey Anderson visited the company’s South Carolina facility recently to learn what’s in store for the coming years.
