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n case youweren’t able to attend, the
2014SC&RAAnnual Conference,
April 22–26, was anunquestionable
success. This year’s annual get-together
of owners, seniormanagement and
top executives celebratednot just the
vision anddurabilitywithin the crane
and transport industry, but showcased
thebreathtakinggrounds and stellar
accommodations providedby theBoca
RatonResort inBocaRaton, FL.
In addition to theprofessional yet
relaxed environment, theAnnual
Conferenceprovided someof the
industry’smost renowned leaders
from around theworld a chance to
interact – from the exhibit room floor
toboardroommeetings to education
sessions, and even formal receptions.
Each year, this gathering strengthens
theAssociation, aswell as the industry,
byproviding valuedmembers the
chance tonetwork, explorenew ideas
andproducts, establishpartnerships and
pursueuntold avenues of opportunity.
Education sessionswith top-notch
speakers further enhance the experience,
ensuring that attendees return year after
year tobuildon existing relationships
anddiscover newones. Association
committees provide invaluableupdates
on the industry’smost important safety,
legislative and labor relations issues.
Jobof theYear recognition allows hard-
workingmembers a chance to shine
during theHauling andRigging Jobof
theYear presentation. And to top it off at
this year’s conference, SC&RAmembers
enjoyed the chance toparticipate in
the golf and tennis tournaments, the
15th-annual CCO5KFunRun/Walk and
the casino tables anddance floor at the
SC&RFoundationGala.
By the numbers
Apparently, theword is spreading. This
year’sAnnual Conferencenumbers
tell the tale–with a record
740
in attendance– including
78
internationals and
104
first-timers.
Record numbers at the
Annual Conferencemix
education with interaction.
Mike Chalmers
reports.
The Products Fair this yearwas
bustlingwith innovative ideas
and productive interaction.
The Fair floorwas packedwith
90
exhibitor booths.
This year’s Rigging Job of the Year
winnerswere: Fagioli (Italy), Omega
Morgan (Washington) and Barnhart
Crane & Rigging (Tennessee).
Hauling Job of the Yearwinners at this year’s conferencewere: Berard Transport
(Louisiana), Northwest Crane Service (Oklahoma) and Precision Heavy Haul, Inc. (Arizona).
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