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In Memoriam: Earl Johnson, Jr., 1931-2023
ACT sadly reports that founder of Southern Industrial Constructors, Earl Johnson, Jr., 92, passed away on March 15. 
How can companies utilize the latest construction tech?
In 2023, as builders adapt to economic, supply chain and labor challenges, they’re turning to ConTech (construction technology) to boost performance.
The evolution of equipment and manufacturers in the SC&RA
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. 
ConExpo-Con/Agg draws record visitors
Show confirms “live events are very important”, says Chair of the show
Vita shows load safety software
Company to demonstrate load navigator software at ConExpo
Bigge acquires majority stake of Empire Crane
Empire’s partnership with Bigge and the expansion of Empire into the Gulf, Mountain and West Coast regions will help bring more sales support to its customers. 
Manitex debuts new truck crane on ConExpo Day One
The newly unveiled TC85159 will feature an 85-ton base rating at a 10-foot radius. 
ConExpo 2023 opens with high hopes
AEM says pre-registrations point to a high attendance this week
Jekko lines up a series of new models
Italian mini crane manufacturer shows 11 cranes, three of them new models, at this year’s big show for the industry
Terex shows new 100 US ton rough terrain crane
Operator requirements were a key factor in the design of the TRT 100US
Faymonville goes All-In-One at ConExpo
New on-highway flexible modular trailer kit for the US market
Beyel Brothers lifts pedestrian bridge in Florida’s west coast
Hubbard Construction and Beyel Brothers, Inc. assembled and installed a new pedestrian bridge over U.S. Highway 19. 
Altec and PACCAR Winch team up on new boom truck
The AC65E-155S is Altec’s largest crane with 130,000 pounds of hoisting capacity. 
Easybook Training partners with Veriforce
Deal creates easy way to book Veriforce training courses online
Palfinger expands USA presence
Austrian manufacturer Palfinger will open its new regional headquarters in Schaumburg, IL in the second quarter of 2023.
Must-see exhibitors at ConExpo
ACT has compiled a printable list of all the booths to check out in Las Vegas.
Maxim sees strong profitable growth
Maxim Crane Works has reported selected preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and full year end 2022.
Tadano launches two new truck cranes
Japanese manufacturer launches two new truck cranes for US market at ConExpo
NCCCO Foundation updates “most similar certifications”
The Foundation has made changes based on new telehandler certification availability. 
In Memoriam: Gary V. Lorenz, 1935-2023
Father of the first hydraulic gantry crane, Gary V. Lorenz, 87, passed away on March 4, 2023
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