How supervisors can save lives through due diligence in crane operations
BC Crane Safety’s newly released publication, Managing Safety from the Supervisor’s Perspective, is built…
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The real cost of crane downtime and why it’s so important to understand it
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Knowing the ropes: why rigging safety is not just created in the moment of the lift
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20 minutes on pre-lift safety: Practical insights on the first few feet of any lift
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CCRA reflections on the busy summer season and building momentum across Canada
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Bird’s Eye View: Crane & Hoist Canada’s Annual Photo Contest Winners
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Five Years After Kelowna: Building a stronger future for crane safety
WorkSafeBC's Todd McDonald looks back at the crane collapse in Kelowna, BC and how… -
Knowing the ropes: Industry should focus on competency-based training
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Safety Corner: Sling failure I’ll never forget
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New heights! We take a look at the Canadian Lift of the Year finalists
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Synthetic shift: Modern composites are eliminating corrosion and slashing maintenance costs
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Association News: CCRA descends on Halifax
Canadian Crane Rental Association’s annual conference took place in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
CSA Group and WorkSafeBC to develop national standard for rigging and hoisting competencies
The proposed standard aims to establish a clear, and nationally recognized baseline of competencies.
Bailey International’s electronics division opens new headquarters
The more than 30,000-square-foot facility brings the electronics division together in one location.
Here’s how much diesel costs across Canada (updated October 26, 2026)
These are the current prices for diesel from coast to coast.
Mammoet, Port of Argentia and Argentia Capital advance floating dry dock and marine repair facility
Mammoet says the partnership integrates its global expertise with Port of Argentia’s strategic marine…
CCRA fall board meeting concludes with 2027 budget approval and new Canadian Lift of the Year category
The Fall Board Meeting concluded with the approval of the 2027 budget.
A1A Software announces Lift Plan of the Year Winners
A1A Software says this year’s contest drew a strong field of submissions.
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Tadano introduces V320RC high-tonnage pick & carry crane
The V320RC features a lifting capacity of 35 tonnes.
LineWise introduces Longhorn Folding Guard Arm
LineWise has announced the introduction of the Longhorn Folding Guard Arm, a versatile attachment…
Boom trucks spotlight: a look at the current crop of versatile machines
Versatile and mobile, the boom truck is a key piece of equipment across many…
Tadano launches new AC 3.060-2 taxi crane
Tadano says the AC 3.060-2 is particularly powerful in steep boom positions.
Trackunit launches Spot S300 for tracking unpowered equipment
Spot S300 is designed to track trailers, containers, portable heaters, welders and message boards.
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