Nov/Dec 2025

Heavy Lift, a division of CFAO Equipment, has delivered Konecranes’s largest standard reach stacker, the massive SMV 4646 TC5, to logistics services provider, C. Steinweg Group, under a 60-month rental agreement. The equipment will be used to lift containers from a rail siding at C.Steinweg Bridge’s Johannesburg facility. The reach stacker, which weighs more than 100 tons and measures 14.15 metres in length, can lift 46 tons on the first and second rows of containers and 36 t

It takes a mighty machine that can lift massive loads to operate where other types of cranes can’t. Crawler cranes are often ideal for lifting large loads at great heights and distances in tough industries like construction, oil and gas, and agriculture. And lifting equipment safety is, of course, paramount. As a steel with high yield strength, Strenx® structural steel is designed to work under high load stresses without causing equipment failure, while providing maximum stre

Sarens Academy (Cape Town, South Africa) emerges as a beacon of hope and opportunity. Its aim is to bridge the gap between education and industry demands, creating a pathway for students to acquire high-quality global accredited training. As a support development response to this demand of specialized workforce, Sarens operates a technical training center in South Africa specializing in onshore wind energy, renewable energy construction, and heavy lifting operations, with a s

In an industry where precision, reliability, and safety are paramount, regular maintenance of lifting equipment is not just recommended, it’s essential. Whether in construction, manufacturing, or logistics, the performance of cranes, hoists, and other lifting machinery underpins operational success. When neglected, the consequences can be catastrophic, ranging from costly downtime to serious workplace accidents. “Maintenance isn’t a box-ticking exercise, it’s a commitment to

70 years of age – that’s not what any industry player can claim to have achieved. Grown out of the hands of Inge Dahlgren, who invented a bike fitted with radio equipment at the age of 17, today Tele Radio is a global industrial player with a presence in over 25 countries and a coverage ranging from marine to mining and from recycling to recovery. Tele Radio’s landmark catalogue is acclaimed around the globe: from the simplest on/off switches to the most complex belly box con

If you’re curious what the future of construction looks like — and how your company can stay ahead of your competitors — attending CONEXPO 2026 is a must. You only get this chance once every three years, so if you need help convincing your boss to send you to Las Vegas, take these steps to build a solid case for attending the show this March. Step 1: Familiarize yourself with the show. With around 2,000 equipment and service exhibitors and 150 education sessions, CONEXPO is