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A ROBOT CRANE FOR PROPANE? IF YOU SAY SO!
We were pleasantly surprised and also had a good laugh at this video of a US Tank Carrier hyping HIAB truck cranes with SAF as “robot cranes.” Actually, they’re HIAB knuckleboom cranes configured with Semi-Automatic Folding (SAF), an available feature that’s really handy when delivering propane. Many LP Gas crane operators choose SAF to help […]
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HIAB ELIMINATES THE NEED FOR PRE-SLINGING PIPES
HIAB consistently develops specialized crane solutions for specialized industry challenges. The latest innovation is a pair of customized HiDUO 418-EP5 truck cranes for Selwood Pump Rental Solutions. The powerful HiDUO cranes are fitted with a Groenevelt 811-2000 tube grapple ‘pipe grab’ with hydraulic rotator, boom storage and lifting eyes that significantly reduce labour and safety […]
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HIAB and MULTILIFT TAKE CLEANING UNDERGROUND
HIAB and Multilift are helping make underground waste management more sustainable. Underground containers are a popular, pleasing, and convenient solution for waste management in many cities. They optimize space and address the problem of unsightly overflowing trash bins, making cityscapes more visually appealing. They also have a significant environmental impact. Underground waste collection reduces litter, […]
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COOL TRENDS IN THE AIR FOR HIAB CRANES
When really cool things are happening with HIAB, we like to share them, especially when they also play a role in the surging demand for renewable energy sources. Offshore wind power is a growing energy alternative. According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), global offshore wind capacity grew by 8.8 GW to 64.3 GW […]
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OUR DEALERS MAKE YOU WORK-READY ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Judging by the response to our social media posts, we’re sure you’ve spotted at least some of the myriad work-ready HIAB crane, Moffett forklift and Multilift truck packages rolling off the lot at Atlas Polar. You’ve undoubtedly seen them hard at work on the job sites across Ontario. But did you know our authorized dealers […]
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SWITCH TO HIAB GIVES LONG-TERM RENTALS RELIABILITY
For UK-based truck rental firm Driveline GB Ltd., switching to HIAB cranes made a lot of sense. Many of their vehicles go out on long-term rentals. Crane and truck equipment that delivers lasting, long-term reliability and versatility was an obvious choice for Driveline GB’s long-term goals and those of its customers. From engineering to finish […]
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HELLO, HIABS & ELECTRIC TRUCKS FOR WASTE & RECYCLING
Electric and hybrid trucks are fast taking hold in Europe, and manufacturers are partnering with HIAB to mount HIAB truck-mounted cranes and Multilift truck-mounted hooklifts. The Dutch are doing it in a big way with eco-work-ready crane and hooklift truck packages aimed at the waste and recycling industry and couldn’t be more in demand there. […]
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WHAT MAKES A COMPANY ORDER 400 NEW iX.162 CRANES?
When a company buys 400 of the same truck-crane model in a single contract purchase, you have to sit up and take notice. It’s a multi-million-pound (multiply that times about 1.5 in Canadian dollars) commitment that begs the question, “Why?” Travis-Perkins plc is the largest distributor of building materials in the UK. They were looking […]
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THE FIRST HIAB CRANE – THE FIRST OF MANY
With over half a million HIAB truck cranes delivered to customers in more than 120 countries, it’s easy to forget that number started 79 years ago with just one – the HIAB 190. So we were excited to come across these HIAB images and promotional graphics from the 1940s. HIAB founder Eric Sundin began work […]
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NEW LMI5 CONTROLS FOR HIABS ENHANCE CRANE SAFETY
HIAB is the recognized leader in design and safety systems and the Canadian Industry Standard (CIS). Atlas Polar now offers Canadian HIAB truck-mounted crane operators a clever add-on accessory that can enhance that renowned crane productivity and safety even more. CRANESMART’s new LMI5 Load Management system for HIAB cranes comprises a wireless touchscreen receiver and […]