Most utilities and contractors use digger derricks to dig holes and set poles at 0° with the second boom section extended for most of the work day. In fact, research shows that digger derricks spend 75% to 80% of their working time doing just those tasks.

Cranes used by utility construction contractors must be highly versatile and roadable for jobs they perform across North America. Omaha, Neb.-based Elliott Equipment Company’s newest Boom Truck, the 45127R, offers the features and benefits that crane operators love while also meeting the needs of the job.

Before a trained operator starts working, the aerial work platform (AWP) has already been selected to provide him or her temporary access to work at height. The operator’s safety and efficiency depends on the quality of that decision.

As the date for the SAF-T Conference nears, industry manufacturers and organizations are lining up in support of the Safe Access, Fall Protection & Training (SAF-T) Conference, hosted by Maximum Capacity Media. The live conference, focused on powered access equipment safety, will take place in conjunction with the Scaffold & Access Industry Association’s Annual Convention on July 24, 2013, at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tenn.

Manitex, Inc. has unveiled its newest truck-mounted telescopic crane, the 70-ton TC700. The crane is specifically designed to be used on commercial carriers, allowing operators quickly travel to and between job sites.

Lift and Access reports that Ahern Rentals plans to sell more than 300 used rental ready equipment at a live auction on Saturday, May 18, 2013.  The Las Vegas auction will take place at 9:30 am at 1800 West Bonanza Road, Las Vegas NV 89106.

A number of powered access machines available in North America run on batteries. Push-around access platform models use a battery to power the platform elevation. Self-propelled units rely on battery power both for elevation and travel.