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The 2013 Crane & Rigging Workshop brings together
industry professionals from around the world to network,
exchange ideas and connect.
ACT
presents its annual
Exhibit Center Show Guide.
BAILEY HYBRID CRANES
(BOOTH 13)
is
a manufacturer of battery-powered and
hybrid electric cranes. The product offering
includes 4-ton pick and carry cranes, 4.5-ton
through 18-ton carry deck cranes as well as
modifications to battery and hybrid power of
Broderson Cranes and Lift Systems Mobilifts &
Twinlifts.
BRIDON
(BOOTH 56)
is a manufacturer of high-
performance wire ropes. With a wide range
of sizes, Dyform 34LR, Dyform 18, Dyform
8 and Constructex provide uncompromising
quality for today’s demanding crane rope
applications. Earlier this year, with the opening
of the Bridon technology center, the company
ushered in a new era of testing and new product
development. The capabilities provided by
the technology center will accelerate the
introduction of new crane ropes, designed to
enhance performance and cost-effectiveness.
Headquartered in Tampa since 1982,
CERTIFIED
BOOM REPAIR
(BOOTH 68)
provides structural
and mechanical repairs for cranes and other
types of heavy equipment. While mostly
known for its 10,000-plus boom repairs that
meet OSHA and ANSI requirements, Certified
A1A SOFTWARE LLC
(BOOTH 46)
is the developer
of
, a 3-D web-based
lift planning program. 3DLiftPlan.com is
sponsored by Link-Belt, Terex and Tadano
Mantis. The company also has
.
com which is a web-based, enterprise-wide
application that allows complete control over
operations like ispatch, quoting, invoicing,
CRM, inventory, maintenance and quick books
integration.
ADVASTAR, INC.,
(BOOTH 18)
is a full-service,
nationwide recruiting and staffing company
headquartered in Kansas City. Advastar’s team
has a strong background supporting all levels
and disciplines of engineering, construction
management and skilled trades personnel,
including specific experience working with
crane operators and riggers. Advastar offers
a comprehensive workforce solution for
recruiting and staffing on a contract, contract-
to-hire, or direct-placement basis.
For over 20 years,
ALLIED INSURANCE BROKERS
(BOOTH 43)
has focused on providing insurance
and risk management to crane businesses of
all sizes. Allied’s expertise, trusted insurer
relationships and customized services deliver
bottom-line improvements for crane businesses.
Allied’s solution-driven approach not only
assures complete, specialized coverage, but it
also can impact an organization as a whole with
a sharp focus on risk management, loss control,
contract reviews and safety compliance.
ALPS WIRE ROPE CORP.
(BOOTH 62)
, founded in
1968, has provided the highest quality products
to multiple markets, including the crane market.
The company will be showcasing its Pinnacle
brand, specialty crane wire ropes which include
its Compact 35, Compact 8P products and
many more of its rigging capabilities.
Orlando workshop
ASHLEY SLING, INC.
(BOOTH 42)
is a U.S.
manufacturer and distributor of lifting and
rigging products with six manufacturing
locations in the Southeastern U.S. Products
include all types of slings, wire rope, rigging
hardware, fall protection gear, chain, tie-down
equipment and FIRST inspectable round slings.
Company services include load testing, rigging
inspection and rigging and fall protection
training seminars. Ashley Sling represents
Crosby, Harrington Hoist, Ultra Safe, Gunnebo
Johnson, CM, Renfroe, WRI, WRCA, Superlift
Wire Rope, Southern Weaving and Laclede
Chain.
ASSOCIATED WIRE ROPE & RIGGING, INC.
(BOOTH 22)
is the North American stocking
distributor for RopeBlock & GN, producer
of Sea-Link products and a Van Beest
distributor. RopeBlock is a Dutch company
that manufactures a full line of crane blocks,
overhaul balls, swivels, hooks, sheaves and
sockets. GN is a Dutch company that offers a
full line of forged safety and wide body shackles,
eye hooks, master links and thimbles. Sea-Link
features wood and steel shell marine blocks,
construction blocks, rigger’s vises and master
links.
ASSOCIATION BENEFIT RESOURCES
(BOOTH
31)
is the SC&RA’s exclusive health insurance
benefit provider. In March 2010 Association
Benefit Resources (ABR) helped to launch an
agreement between United Healthcare (UHC)
and the SC&RA to offer medical plans to
association members. ABR is working to build
the association membership toward the ultimate
goal of creating a health insurance trust. In
reaching its collective goal – ABR utilizes
specialized tools to help association members
navigate through the effects of Healthcare
Reform mandates and regulations.
WHAT:
SC&RA Crane & Rigging Workshop
WHERE:
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista,
Orlando, FL
WHEN:
September 18-20, 2013
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Josh Williams, Safety Performance
Solutions
WORKSHOP SPEAKERS:
David Duerr, P.E., 2DM Associates; David
Case, Advastar Inc.; Tim Hillegonds,
Thrive Creative Services; Derek Esquivel,
Dieselhaus; Walter Fischer, Siemens;
Al Abel, Mazzella Companies; Klaus
Meissner, Terex Cranes; Ronald Kohner,
P.E., Landmark Engineering; R. Gene
Kaercher, Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Jim
Wiethorn, P.E., Haag Engineering; and
Robert Moore, NBIS.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Exhibit center, networking events,
educational seminars, 2013 Rigging Job
of the Year showcase and more
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
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ach year more than 450 attendees from around the world convene at the
annual SC&RA Crane & Rigging Workshop, set for September 18-20 at
the Hilton at Lake Buena Vista in Orlando. From a number of pertinent
breakout sessions to a bustling exhibit center, the 36th annual event is sure to be a hit.
Here’s who to see and where to see them.
