Articles by Mike Chalmers

Sitting down with incoming SC&RA president
Published on: 22 April, 2024
J Rozum, operations manager at MSA Delivery Service, will serve as the 2024-2025 Association president. 
Whitepaper links lifting industry and wider society
Published on: 21 March, 2024
New SC&RF white paper highlights industry’s key role in the economy
SCRA event sparks safety discussions
Published on: 04 March, 2024
SCRA members gather in Mexico to kick off 2024. Mike Chalmers reports
What transport challenges can be expected for 2024?
Published on: 12 February, 2024
Mike Chalmers offers insight on how to avoid them
SCRA looks back at successes from 2023
Published on: 29 December, 2023
Association’s advocacy gains for crane and transport industry were undeniable in 2023
Non profit champions industry members in 2023
Published on: 30 November, 2023
The SC&R Foundation has had a busy year of rollouts supporting member companies. Mike Chalmers reports.
SC&RA names newest “4 Under 40” class
Published on: 01 August, 2023
The 2023 class exemplifies the experience, dedication and ambition that has powered both the Association and its respective industries for 75 years strong.
How to accelerate bridge construction
Published on: 12 June, 2023
ABC technologies have changed the ways US state departments of transport do business
Innovation and acceleration: Quick-turnaround projects by SC&RA members
Published on: 18 May, 2023
In recent years, Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) technologies have changed the ways state DOTs do business.
A history of the SC&RA Annual Conference
Published on: 11 April, 2023
The Annual Conference continues to drive both members and industry productively forward
Scott Bragg: ‘I learned the value of starting at the bottom and working my way up’
Published on: 04 April, 2023
New SC&RA President feels privileged to play a part. Mike Chalmers reports exclusively for ACT.
The evolution of equipment and manufacturers in the SC&RA
Published on: 24 March, 2023
In honor of the the Association’s 75th anniversary, this month spotlights member companies including Link-Belt Cranes, Trail King, Tadano, Kobelco Cranes and Liebherr. 
2022 SC&RA Annual Conference review
Published on: 08 July, 2022
The SC&RA Annual Conference attracts members from around the world. Mike Chalmers reports
The history of Goldhofer
Published on: 01 June, 2022
Goldhofer has seen many significant changes over the years, but the dedication to innovate remains after 317 years
Tips to navigate a North American move
Published on: 12 May, 2022
Things to look out for when preparing specialized transport projects across the USA, Canada and Mexico. Mike Chalmers reports
A conversation with incoming SC&RA president
Published on: 04 April, 2022
Ed Bernard will accept the gavel from Kevin Johnston at the SC&RA Annual Conference this month.
Tower crane tech presents new opportunities, says SC&RA
Published on: 24 February, 2022
Technology in the tower crane sector presents a world of opportunity
Technology paves the way for driving 3D development
Published on: 21 July, 2021
What is 3D modelling and what is it used for? Discover more at SC&RA Workshop
Sitting down with Kevin Johnston, incoming SC&RA president
Published on: 29 June, 2021
Kevin Johnston’s relationship with SC&RA goes back 35 years, and his love of engineering even farther.
When will the tide turn in the container shortage?
Published on: 21 June, 2021
The shortfall of shipping containers around the world is another symptom of the chaos caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Mike Chalmers reports
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