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Six misconceptions about sling identification tags
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Six misconceptions about sling identification tags

No matter what you are lifting – you are probably using a number of different load lifting attachments in your daily operations. The safe use of…
AC vs. DC overhead crane controls
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AC vs. DC overhead crane controls

For facilities seeking ways to reduce power consumption and long-term operating costs, a potential source of savings can be found by…
Safety tips for new crane operators
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Safety tips for new crane operators

For new crane operators, the most fundamental piece of advice they should take is not to operate a crane until they have completed proper training…
The strong, silent type
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The strong, silent type

As global trade expands, some container terminals have been moving closer to urban centers for easier intermodal logistics. Their 24/7 operations are…
Things to consider when acquiring a crane
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Things to consider when acquiring a crane

In many industries, a crane is one of the most important investments you can make when setting up new production or upgrading existing facilities. A…
How to know if you have a good crane service provider
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How to know if you have a good crane service provider

Steven Mikel - Service Sales A good crane service provider helps your facility operate more safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. In an…
Crane Technology Matters
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Crane Technology Matters

Mike James - Vice President and General Manager of Industrial Cranes Chief among Konecranes contributions to crane technology is SMARTON®. SMARTON…
The need to connect legacy devices to the IIoT
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The need to connect legacy devices to the IIoT

Pre-internet assets lack the connectivity of newer pieces of equipment. These legacy devices, however, still have years of remaining value if they…
The deciding factor – how to utilize IoT data analytics for business intelligence
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The deciding factor – how to utilize IoT data analytics for business intelligence

To make the most of data, it has to be transformed into information, which then has to be transformed into intelligence. As companies seek to…