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How equipment rental can harness the power of IoT technology
IoT technology is generating mountains of data for rental companies, but how can it be leveraged to improve safety, efficiency and productivity?
How to increase safety on site with new technology
New technology launched to the crane market is improving safety on site
Rounding up the latest remote control products
Remote control technology is being applied to myriad lifting and rigging applications.
WIKA unveils CTL-S700 controllers
Available in four different configurations, the CTL-S700 series offers up to 64 inputs and 56 outputs providing versatility for a variety of applications.
How are below the hook devices improving lifting safety?
New rigging products designed to aid lifting projects
Creative Lifting utilizes Vita technology
Creative Lifting Services tested the Vita Load Navigator for a tower crane erection on a busy city block in Boulder, CO.
Kennards adds lifting system for 70-tonne loads
Remote control system made for Melbourne’s Metro can control four air hoists
Autec debuts Vision System
The Autec Vision System (AVS) expands Autec’s remote control performance by displaying live video.
Columbus McKinnon launches first chain hoist with remote monitoring
The CM Lodestar VS now features Intelli-Connect diagnostics and analytics. 
Double wireless tech launch from Autec
Manufacturer introduces new LIFT handheld remote control series for industrial lifting and a camera system for portable control stations
UltraWis CEO joins ITC conference line-up
Lior Avitan will be a panellist on the round-table on remote control of tower cranes at ITC in Nice, France on 2 December
Is bigger better as remote controls with larger displays trend?
Remote control manufacturers focus on improvements, including bigger monitors to display machine information
Remote operation systems enhance jobsites
Remote control products are designed with a range of features and functions.
CM introduces Flex Duo remote system
Flex Duo is designed to help improve safety in facilities, giving operators freedom of movement and better visibility by shifting the vantage points when controlling equipment
CP Automation extends Magnetek stock
UK electronics supplier expands its Magnetek range of products for the crane and hoist industry
Itowa extends innovation status
Remote control manufacturer Itowa renews government innovation endorsement
New technology: quantum leap
The global Covid-19 crisis has forced society to adapt in a number of ways. Technology is one tool being used to help businesses survive and even thrive during this difficult time. Christian Shelton reports
Flex Wave joins Stahl portfolio
New Flex Wave radio remote controls provide enhanced capabilities for Stahl CraneSystems’ hoist technology
Crane technology update
Some of the latest digital and remote monitoring tools available to crane users, as well as some new gantry crane technology
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