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Jacksonville, Florida, contractor utilizes microtunneling for utility installation with help of Slide Rail System

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:52:11 -0500

The Jacksonville (Florida) Electrical Authority recently let a project to install new infrastructure for expansion and development in the Royal Lakes housing community in Jacksonville. Specifically, the JEA let a project to install more than 11,000 linear feet of new force main utility pipe. A portion of which was microtunneled 275 linear feet. It was the first microtunneling project in Jacksonville. Taking on the challenge of installing the new underground utility was J. B. Coxwell Contracting Inc., based in Jacksonville. Microtunneling is a slightly different process than more traditional jack and bore. However, both processes require the excavation of a launch pit and a receiving pit. This means that Coxwell needed to dig and safety shore at least two excavations that would stay open for an extended duration. And of course, all excavations for underground utility work pose their own set of unique challenges for keeping people safe as they work underground. Shoring challenges, shoring options Whenever personnel are working in a trench or pit deeper than 5 feet, OSHA mandates that the contractor install a protection system of sloping, shielding, or shoring. Because the microtunneling launch pit needed to be excavated in close proximity to a busy road, sloping the excavation really wasn�t an option. And soil conditions were not ideal to install and maintain trench shields. That left the option of shoring the excavation, which is typically done by driving tight sheeting. �We were originally planning on using sheet piling to shore the launch pit,� said Coxwell Project Superintendent Dean Jones. �But then a representative from Professional Shoring and Supply came over and told us that Slide Rail might work better. I looked at the brochures and pictures of an Efficiency Production Slide Rail System, and decided I just wanted to try it.� Coxwell chooses Slide Rail over tight sheeting Efficiency�s Universal Slide Rail is a component shoring system comprised of steel panels (similar to trench shield sidewalls) and vertical steel posts. The versatile system can be used in a variety of configurations, such as small four-sided pits; large unobstructed working pits as big as 50 x 50 feet with Efficiency�s ClearSpan� System; or in a linear Multi-Bay� configuration to install length of pipe over 40 feet. �I�m not a big sheeting guy,� Jones continued. �It�s time consuming and requires a lot of special equipment. It�s old school.� Slide Rail is installed simultaneously as the trench or pit is excavated by sliding the panels into integrated rails on the posts�either double or triple rails depending on needed depth�then pushing the panels and posts incrementally down to grade as the pit is dug; a process commonly referred to as a �dig and push� system. Coxwell installed the system with a Komatsu 400 excavator. They also had an IT38 CAT loader on site. Coxwell rented the Slide Rail components from the Jacksonville branch of Professional Shoring and Supply, an Efficiency Production equipment distributor. And because this was the first time Coxwell had used Efficiency�s Slide Rail System, Efficiency sent out Shoring Specialist Tim Hurst to assist with the initial installation. Tight space no problem for Coxwell �It was a very difficult spot to be digging, with access from only two sides to install the Slide Rail,� said Hurst. �But the Coxwell guys did an amazing job of installing the system, despite all the challenges.� For the microtunneling launch pit, Coxwell installed a two-bay Multi-Bay� configured Slide Rail System; 27 feet long, 14 feet wide, and 20 feet deep. Coxwell maintained an open excavation, free of any cross trench support by utilizing integrated �tie-back� external wales on the outside of the system, and sacrificial members between linear posts below grade. The receiving pit was a four-sided system; 14 feet long, 10 feet wide and 16 feet deep. Microtunneling under busy Jacksonville highway saves time and money Huxted Tunneling was subcontracted to perform the microtunneling. They used an Iseki Unclemole TCC Microtunneling machine to push 42 inch steel casing 275 feet under heavily-travelled Southside Boulevard (SR-115). Utilizing the same hydraulic jacking rig, Huxted then pushed 20 foot joint lengths of 24 inch diameter DR18 PE force main transmission line through the casing, with Coxwell personnel making the connections. The Coxwell subcontracted project was not the first time Huxted has setup their microtunneling rig inside a Slide Rail System. They worked in a Slide Rail shored pit once before in Sarasota, Florida; and recently worked within the same Slide Rail System from the Coxwell job to microtunnel 240 feet under I-75 in Tampa, Florida. �My experience with Slide Rail has been very good so far,� said Huxted Tunneling�s Steve Pollack. �(The Slide Rail) went in very fast, faster and easier than sheet piling in my opinion. We were able to build a good solid back wall to brace the hydraulic jacking rig,� continued Pollack. �I�ve suggested to other excavation contractors that they might want to consider Slide Rail instead of sheet piling if they�re bidding on a project that requires microtunneling,� Pollack concluded. Initially established in 1983 as a firm specializing in clearing and earthwork, J.B. Coxwell Contracting, Inc. has expanded its scope of operations to encompass complete site development; including underground utilities, as well as heavy highway and civil construction in the public and private sectors. More information can be found at www.jbcoxwell.com Huxted Tunneling was established in Florida in 1977, originally focusing on underground utility contracting. Soon after its inception, the company began gaining experience in trenchless procedures such as auger boring and installation of steel casing for utility projects and pump stations. Huxted�s capabilities expanded in 1991 to include pipe jacking, hand mined tunnels, and microtunneling. Details are explained at www.huxtedtunneling.com Efficiency Production, �America�s Trench Box Builder�,� manufactures the widest selection of standard and custom trench shielding and shoring systems. Efficiency�s versatile products are designed specifically for safe and cost effective installation of utility systems and infrastructure improvements. All products are P.E. certified to meet OSHA standards. For more information, visit www.efficiencyproduction.com

AIR EXCHANGE SYSTEM PROVIDES A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE WORKING ENVIRONMENT AT FELLING TRAILERS

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:31:26 -0500

SAUK CENTRE, MINNESOTA, MAY 14, 2012) � Felling Trailers Inc. strives to provide a safe and comfortable working environment. It was with this thought that it installed an extensive ventilation system in its manufacturing plant. Previously, Felling Trailers utilized an air purging system that purged welding fumes and the hottest air in the building (near the ceiling) outside via vents. This system caused an enormous amount of heat loss, especially in the winter months with Minnesota�s cold climate, which contributed to Fellings� decision to invest in a more economical and efficient ventilation system. The main ventilation system in Felling Trailers� plant now contains three separate units with 250 electric horsepower combined. The first unit was installed in 2008 and subsequent systems were installed in 2009 and 2011, as part of plant expansions. KVA Engineering, air handling specialists located in Corcoran, MN installed all three of the main ventilation system units at Felling Trailers. Welding fumes are hot and hot air rises so the ventilation system is designed with high efficiency exhaust fans to capture welding fumes and gases at their source and remove them so that they never enter the welders� breathing zones. Use of welding guns also helps to extract fumes from the air. Duct work is evenly distributed throughout the welding bays so the ventilation system pulls the fumes and hot air wherever a welder is working. Consequently, it keeps the air quality clear in the welding bays. Once the welding fumes and hot air is captured in the ductwork, it is transported about 3,000 feet per minute to the filter unit and fan. It filters through a high efficiency cartridge filter with a 99.9% efficiency rate, which exceeds OSHA requirements for returning clean air back to the plant. After all of the air is cleaned, it is brought back through the ductwork to the welding bays. The highlight of the system is pulling 100% of the welding fumes out of the welding bay and exchanging the air within 10 minutes. As a result, this process keeps the air nice and clean, providing a cleaner work environment and better air quality for workers. �Installing this air exchange system in our facilities was well worth it; there is a night and day difference,� said Doug Feela, maintenance team member at Felling Trailers. Felling Trailers has a fabrication machine with a hood ventilation system and another machine with its own roof ventilation system. These machines and corresponding ventilation systems further promotes a safer working environment. Respirators are also available to employees and its proper use, storage, cleaning, and filter replacement is overseen by Felling Trailers� safety coordinator. Additionally, routine training and respirator inspections occur on a yearly basis by an outside source. KVA Engineering has over 35 years experience within all facets of process equipment, pneumatic conveying and dust collection design and installation. Their major areas of expertise include: pollution control equipment design and layout for new or existing plants; pneumatic conveying, dilute phase conveying of product; structural design for equipment installation; auto-CAD drawing capability; indoor pollution control equipment; industrial vacuum design and installation; size reduction equipment; spark detection and extinguishing systems; comprehensive plant ventilation design; and industrial equipment installation. KVA Engineering can provide certified engineering drawings to meet local and state codes in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. KVA Engineering can also provide technical expertise in mechanical/structural engineering and can provide a complete turnkey project or assist your engineering staff on the correct selection of process equipment. Felling Trailers is a Full Line Trailer Manufacturer located in Central Minnesota that was started in 1974 by Error! Reference source not found.. Felling Trailers, Inc. has grown from a small shop to a factory and office complex that today covers over 132,000 square feet. Felling Trailers currently manufactures 3,000 plus trailers a year ranging from a 3,000 lb utility trailer to a 120,000 lb hydraulic gooseneck trailer, and its standard trailer line includes over 220 models. Felling�s pride and differentiation is its customized trailer division. Their engineers utilize the latest industry leading design techniques along with their experienced metal craftsmen and cutting edge technology to turn its customers� conceptual trailer needs into a tangible product. Felling Trailers� current capabilities allows them to provide a high quality product that is distributed across North America and internationally. For more information, you can visit them on the web at www.felling.com, or follow them on twitter (@FellingTrailers) or Facebook (Felling Trailers, Inc.).

Vanair Announces Promotions

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:31:57 -0500

Vanair recently announced the promotion of three of their staff to new positions. Richard L. McNeal has joined the staff Vanair in the newly created position of Production Planner. As such he will be responsible for gathering sales forecasts, historical sales data, production capacity, and supply chain capacity. He then is responsible to analyze this data by comparing forecasted data with actual results. From this analysis he will generate production schedules and material demand. During this process he is also responsible for constantly monitoring BOM availability in order to properly schedule machines and help provide advanced communication to the purchasing department. Rich brings with him well over 30 years of experience working with such companies as Pentair Filtration, Sullair, Bosch Rexroth, Solvoy Automotive, Whirlpool, and Cooper Industries (formerly Joy Mfg.). Rich served these companies in the roles of Production Planner, Master Scheduler, Material Control Analyst, and Purchasing. Rich earned an Associates Degree in Business from Vincennes University in Vincennes, IN and is pursuing Bachelors in Business Administration from Purdue North Central. Rich also received a wealth of pertinent training through the years of his employment. Rich resides in Michigan City with his wife Samara. He has two grown up sons. Please join us in welcoming Rich and please extend to him your full support and assistance. ==================================================== We are pleased to announce that Gregg Haymann has been promoted to the role of Supervisor for Factory Installation. Gregg has been with the company for over 24 years as a factory installer where he consistently performed his duties in a professional and high quality manner. Gregg will take his knowledge and apply it as he becomes responsible for the direct supervision of the factory installers in order to maximize productivity, quality, and on-time delivery, while ensuring safe work practices and minimizing costs. For those of you who don�t know, Gregg lives in Michigan City with his two sons Bryce and Brayden. His daughter Leah is in college. Please join us in welcoming Gregg to his new position within the company and supporting and assisting him in his new role. We also want to offer thanks to Cary Miller for the years he served as the Supervisor for Factory Install. Cary Miller voluntarily relinquished his responsibility as Supervisor several weeks ago indicating that he just wanted to rejoin the ranks as a factory installer. ==================================================== Elizabeth Sanchez has joined the company as it�s new Marketing Coordinator. Sanchez earned a Bachelor of Science with a Concentration on Marketing from Purdue University North Central. She brings experience working on various marketing projects for a diverse group of industries, including non-profit, government and commercial. She is responsible for assisting in the development and coordination of the Vanair�s marketing program. Since 1972, Vanair has been the industry�s Mobile Power Experts. Today, it is the world�s largest manufacturer of powerful, lightweight and compact vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, welders, battery boosters and Air N Arc� All�In-One Power Systems�. Vanair continues to be the leader in product innovation and custom solutions serving a variety of industries worldwide. For more information contact Vanair at 800-526-8817 or www.vanair.com

Spider Hires James Finn as Area Director - West

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:34:23 -0500

Seattle � Spider, a division of SafeWorks, LLC, welcomes James Finn as Area Director of its western region. In this role, Finn will lead branch sales and operations execution for the company�s Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Dallas, Denver and Vancouver, BC operation centers. Most recently, Mr. Finn served as Vice President, Global Parts and Service with Stolle Machinery. He also had a role as Vice President, Aftermarket Strategy and Business Development for the company. In addition, he held general management roles with ThyssenKrupp Elevator and Otis Elevator. At Balfour Beatty USA, Finn served in a number of roles including Division President and Director, Corporate Planning and Development. Mr. Finn holds an MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelors of Engineering from University College, Dublin, Ireland. Additionally, Finn is a licensed Professional Engineer and a Chartered Member of Engineers Ireland. �With global operations responsibility at industrial companies serving marine, oil exploration, infrastructure, construction, facilities management, elevator and building controls end markets, Jim brings a broad perspective to our sales and operations functions in putting our customers to work at height safely,� comments John Sotiroff, Vice President Spider Sales and Distribution. �Jim is highly committed to service optimization and sustained customer experience improvement. As such, I am confident that our teams and customers will greatly benefit from Jim�s background and dedication to excellence.� About Spider: Founded in 1947, Spider, a division of SafeWorks, created the powered suspended access business by introducing the well-known Spider basket. Since then, our product and service offering has expanded greatly to serve the needs of an ever-growing marketplace. Spider is the largest manufacturer and distributor of access and safety solutions in North America, serving more customers from more locations with a wider variety of products and services than any other company. From baskets, traction hoist and platform rental, to safety and training, to specialty-engineered products - Spider has a strong team of professionals, along with a national network of sales, service and support capabilities to provide you with the most reliable access solutions available.

KWIK-WAY ROTARY ROCK PICKER

Fri, 11 May 2012 10:39:56 -0500

The KWIK-WAY Rotary Rock Picker is the world�s first Rotary Rock Picker for skid loader use. Now farmers and landscapers can pick up rocks with ease. This means picking rocks two to three times faster than the rock bucket. The KWIK-WAY Rotary Rock Picker will fit on any skid loader with a quick attach plate. This design is modeled after the rotary combine, which we all know revolutionized the farming and construction industry. Made of heavy duty steel, and engineered with patent pending technology, the KWIK-WAY Rock Picker will last the average farmer or construction company a life time. Farmers and construction workers can now pick rocks with ease. Simply scoop, spin, and the rock is picked and cleaned. Tough rocks barely visible in the ground can be scooped up along with pieces of wood, tin cans, hub caps, and any other debris, cleaned and moved to the designated work site. Go to www.kwmanufacturing.com to watch the Rock Picker in action.

Factory Direct Equipment introduces the New Cargo Carrying Truck Product that Turns your Rig into a Gear Hauling Machine

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:45:28 -0500

Say goodbye to the aggravation of a normal truck bed. With the New CargoGlide you can stop crawling in the back of your truck or van every time you need to reach your gear. So stop scuffing your knees and breaking your back! Install a CargoGlide in your truck or van and get your gear and materials out where you need them! CargoGlide, the best way to get your gear, materials or products from the back of a truck, van, work truck or SUV. Factory Direct Equipment offers these two CargoGlide models to fit your needs: CargoGlide1000 and CargoGlide1500HD for light duty truck, van, SUV and light commercial use. Comes in stock sizes for all pickup, van and SUV applications. Capacities of 1000lbs and 1500 lbs, evenly distributed. We also carry the heavy duty CargoGlide systems. Some of the specs are: �Powder coated steel frames construction. �6 bearings and sliders for easy smooth action on level ground and on side hills. �Capacities, CargoGlide1000, 1000 lbs. CargoGlide1500HD, 1500 lbs evenly distributed. �70-75% extension. Free Shipping! Prices start at only $899.00. Great for Contractors. Contact information: Factory Direct Equipment ggorup@trailerpartstogo.com www.trailerpartstogo.com Toll Free Ordering: 888-333-7103

MINIMIZER BRACKET KITS EASIEST IN THE INDUSTRY

Fri, 04 May 2012 11:32:56 -0500

�The bracket kits were so easy to install!� says Brian Roberts of Kris-Way Truck Leasing. Kris-Way Truck Leasing, based in South Portland Maine is New England�s largest independent truck leasing company in New England, with nine full service maintenance facilities located in Maine, New Hampshire and upstate New York. They provide full service leasing, contract maintenance, and dedicated contract carriage for the transportation industry. Recently, Brian installed Minimizer fenders on six brand new T800 Kenworth trucks. He used the liquid platium model of the MIN150 poly fenders combined with the poly bracket system from Minimizer. �We also retrofitted another new T800 that came with stainless steel half fenders. When the customer saw the Minimizers on another truck they immediately wanted to dump the stainless fenders and install the Minimizer product, so we did,� said Brian. The poly bracket system and the fenders are guaranteed for life and are designed to work together. The bracket system absorbs road vibration and bends with the fender to prevent breaking. �Our customer was so impressed,� said Brian. �Because the Minimizer system is flexible and easy to install, we were able to avoid drilling any holes and get the clearance we wanted. Everything looks really nice, we love the integrated bracket system Minimizer has developed!� The sales staff at Minimizer are quick to make sure they have the right product for the right truck. Paul Tollefson, Minimizer Northeast Regional Sales Manager for Minimizer discussed the process of working with Kris-Way and making sure everything was perfect. �Brian contacted us and provided us with the truck information, the type of fender use and style he was looking for and he also mentioned he wanted a real high end custom look,� Paul noted,�So we matched him up with our liquid platium style and they were very pleased with the outcome.� Minimizer fenders will enhance the performance of all makes and models of over the road trucks, construction vehicles, or agriculture equipment. Enhance and protect your vehicle with Minimizer products. The toughness is unmatched as seen on this Minimizer promotional video entitled �Tested & Tortured�. For more information or to contact a dealer, call us at (800) 248-3855 or visit our website or email us at info@minimizer.com. About Minimizer Headquartered in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, USA, Minimizer manufactures poly truck fenders, poly toolboxes, customized mud flaps, and bracket kits. Family owned and operated for nearly three generations, Minimizer parent company Spray Control Systems, Inc., was founded in 1983. Minimizer aims to provide products tough enough to please tough people in a tough industry. For more information call (800) 248-3855 or visit www.minimizer.com.

GreatLakes Equipment is looking for Machines & Components

Wed, 02 May 2012 17:17:27 -0500

We need Machines & Components Wheel Loaders - Komatsu WA300 Excavators - Komatsu PC400; PC300LC7; PC200-6/-7; PC650; PC750; PC1100; PC1000 Deere 450CLC; 330CLC Dozers - Deere 700H/700J; 1050C/1050J Komatsu D65PX; D85 PX; D375; D475; D355 Please contact Jon Lester @815-220-7710 or email lesterj@greatlakesequipment.com.

Cintas Corporation Introduces New Carhartt Flame Resistant Jean

Wed, 02 May 2012 16:27:23 -0500

CINCINNATI � Cintas Corporation, North America�s largest uniform supplier, has added the Carhartt Flame Resistant (FR) Jean to its exclusive line of Carhartt Rental Workwear. The new product was prompted by the overwhelming success of the Carhartt Rental Workwear line and the increased demand for flame resistant clothing. The Carhartt FR Jean is a Hazard Risk Category 2 garment made with 14.75-ounce, 100% flame resistant cotton denim. It features a relaxed fit and leg openings that fit over work boots for added comfort. �Cintas provides a one-stop-shop for all flame resistant and personal protective equipment needs,� says Brad Heizman, National Director of Garment Strategy for Cintas Corporation. �We are the largest industrial provider of FRC managed programs in North America, as well as the only company in the industry to offer Carhartt FR Rental Workwear.� The Carhartt FR Jean combines the durability, quality and comfort of the Carhartt brand with Cintas� high service standards and the benefits of a rental program. When it comes to FRC, professionally managed rental programs are particularly important because of the specialized laundering process helps maintain the garments� level of protection for the wearer. �We are very pleased with our relationship with Cintas and the success of the Carhartt Rental Workwear line,� says Rick Fecowicz, director of Carhartt Licensing. �The step into flame resistant rental products is a natural one, and we are excited about the opportunity the Carhartt FR Jean will present.� Cintas Corporation also provides personal protective equipment such as face shields and balaclavas, voltage tools, task wear and more. The Carhartt Rental Workwear line launched in 2010 as part of an exclusive partnership between Cintas Corporation and Carhartt, which was founded in 1889 and is a global manufacturer of premium rugged apparel. The line also includes a Work Shirt available in blue and sandstone, a Carpenter Jean, a 5-Pocket Work Jean, a Dungaree Pant available in navy and duck brown, and the Carhartt Rental Active Jacket available in Carhartt brown. For more information about Carhartt Rental Workwear from Cintas, visit: www.cintas.com/Carhartt. About Cintas Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services and document management services for approximately 900,000 businesses. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor�s 500 Index. About Carhartt, Inc. Established in 1889, Carhartt is a global premium work wear brand with a rich heritage of developing rugged apparel for workers on and off the job. Headquartered in Dearborn, Mich., with more than 4,400 employees worldwide, Carhartt is privately owned and managed by the descendants of the company�s founder, Hamilton Carhartt. For more information, visit www.carhartt.com.

MCM Events Announces Dates for CRC/ICHC 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:22:27 -0500

The two-day safety management conference will be held May 23-24, 2012 in New Orleans, La. Joining the program as the 2012 Event Partners are Crane Institute Certification and Columbus McKinnon Corp. April 25, 2012�The jointly-held Crane & Rigging Conference and Industrial Crane & Hoist Conference (CRC/ICHC), hosted by MCM Events, moves to a new venue in 2012. �The purpose of this event is right on target with the needs of the industry,� said Debbie Dickinson, executive director of Crane Institute Certification (CIC). �The conference will assist the industry in understanding and creating viable solutions to difficult problems. CIC and Columbus McKinnon are collaborating with Maximum Capacity Media in order to create opportunities for safer, more productive and profitable work.� CIC is an accredited provider of certification exams for crane operators, riggers, and signalpersons. Columbus McKinnon manufactures hoists, rigging, and overhead crane components in a variety of industry legacy brands, including Abell Howe, Coffing, Yale, and others. In addition, Load Systems International, a manufacturer of wireless crane instrumentation devices, signed on early as a lunch sponsor of the event. �LSI has been a sponsor of three CRC/ICHC conferences to date. We find, overall, that the event draws a broad cross section of key industry personnel, exposing us to a diverse range of new customer opportunities,� said David Smith, president and CEO of LSI. �I�m personally excited to see New Orleans as the location for the next venue which is in close proximity to marine, offshore and land-based crane operations.� Guy Ramsey, president of Maximum Capacity Media, continued, saying: �After two successful years in Houston, MCM Events decided to move our annual CRC/ICHC conference to New Orleans based on input from past exhibitors and presenters. The city offers an ideal location near the Gulf Coast�s massive refinery and petrochemical industries. In addition, major engineering and construction efforts continue rebuilding the area after the 2005 Hurricane Katrina caused major destruction.� The 2012 CRC/ICHC will be held at the Hampton Inn and Suites New Orleans Convention Center, located in the vibrant historic arts and warehouse district. The hotel is also within walking distance to the Riverwalk and National World War II Museum, among other attractions. �Tools for Effective Crane and Rigging Management� will be the theme of the two-day conference, which is geared for safety managers, crane and rigging supervisors, plant managers, and risk management personnel. New this year, attendees can choose from two educational tracts. ICHC sessions will discuss topics relevant to users of overhead cranes inside plants or heavy industrial environments. CRC sessions will be of interest to users of mobile and tower cranes working in construction environments. In addition, several joint sessions focusing on training techniques, accident trends, and rigging inspection and proper use promise something for everyone. Early-bird registration is just $550 and includes breakfast and lunch both days. Deadline to receive this rate is March 31, 2012. All Early Bird registrations will be entered into a drawing for an iPad 2. Hotel reservations can be made by calling 866-311-1200. Mention Group Code �CRC� to get the special conference rate of $139. For more information, go to www.craneandriggingconference.com. Past Attendees In 2011, the CRC and/or ICHC conferences were held in Las Vegas, Chicago, Houston, and Edmonton, Alberta. A sample of representative companies attending past events include: Alltec Lifting Systems American Crane Systems Balfour Beatty Barnhart Crane & Rigging Bechtel BNSF Railway BP America Bruce Power Bucyrus International Cenovus Energy Chevron Phillips Dow Chemical Eastman Chemical Exxon Mobil Federal Marine Terminals Gamesa Wind GE Wind Energy Haliburton H&E Equipment JPW Riggers Kiewit Energy Konecranes LyondellBasell Mammoet Mortenson Construction National Oilwell Varco Navy Crane Center Shell Oil Suncor Energy Tennessee Valley Authority Turner Industries For more information, go to www.craneandriggingconference.com For Event Information Contact: Franci Motz Maximum Capacity Media 602-368-8552 fmotz@maxcapmedia.com