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Section: Equipment > Lifting Equipment > Scaffolding
Lifting Equipment
Could These 3 New Technologies Take Off in the Aerial Industry?
Matt Fearon, president of Terex AWP and Genie, predicts electrification, lithium ion batteries and hybrid technologies will take off in the aerial lift industry
September 20, 2019
Rental
North American Rental Market Projected to Hit $70B Despite Recession Risks
ARA projects the overall North American rental market to climb to over $70 billion by 2023 even in the face of recession concerns
September 17, 2019
Construction Safety
[PODCAST] IPAF Urges Industry Collaboration on MEWP Accident Reporting Project to Promote Safety and Reduce Fatalities
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
Diego Bustamante, IPAF Mexico and South US representative, talks about the importance of industry participation in IPAF's MEWP Accident Reporting Project to promote the safest use of powered access equipment and reduce potential injuries and fatalities.
September 12, 2019
Construction Safety
Virtual Reality Gains Ground in MEWP Training to Improve Safety and Efficiency
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
IPAF CatchUP presenters share how virtual reality simulators offer a safer and more effective alternative to traditional training methods, helping managers accurately assess a trainee's preparedness.
September 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
Why New ANSI Standards Matter to Your Business
Hy-Brid Lifts / Custom Equipment LLC
Most in the equipment rental industry are aware there are changes to ANSI standards for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) that go into effect this December. Many, however, still don’t fully understand what this means to them and their business.
September 10, 2019
Rental
Retail Evens Out Cash Flow for Oregon Rental Business
When Dan Domey, general manager for Eastern Oregon Rental and Sales in Baker City, OR, was asked what the key to survival in his market is, he answered with one word: “retail.”
August 15, 2019
Construction Safety Technology
New Accessories Boost MEWP Safety
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
Technology and the access industry continue to grow together, highlighted this year with the launch of new devices to assist operators and owners of MEWPs.
August 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
Checklist vs. Inspection
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
When used correctly as an inspection tool, a checklist can assist in the compliance with required inspections. As each task on the checklist is completed, you are verifying the actual inspection task is accomplished and the MEWP is operating properly.
August 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
Should Just Anyone Be Allowed to Rent a MEWP?
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
While an individuals might be able to rent a MEWP – they must also understand their responsibility to ensure their own safety. All MEWP renters should ask if training is available and complete it prior to operation.
August 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
Preventing MEWP Accidents By Sharing Analysis
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
Since 2012 IPAF and its member companies have worked together to report accident data. IPAF conducts an ongoing project to analyze each reported accident and to share the conclusions with the access industry.
August 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
New ANSI A92 MEWP Standards Effective in December
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
These new stand-alone topic ANSI A92 standards provide detailed focus on the responsibilities for mobile elevating work platforms safe use and delivery of required MEWP training.
August 12, 2019
Training & Education
Virtual Reality Takes Work-Platform Training Effectiveness to New Heights
In five years, virtual reality simulators have gone from prohibitively expensive and rather static to practical, PC-based enhancements for work platform operator training
August 12, 2019
Lifting Equipment
OSHA is Law – Why Should I Care About ANSI Standards?
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
People in construction know OSHA as the ultimate authority on safety - so what is all this news about new ANSI standards? Industry experts explain why industry regulatory standards are relevant and need to be complied with.
August 12, 2019
Trenchers
A+ Rental Marred by Lack of Accountability
Ubiquitous in rental inventories, walk-behind trenchers are simple, durable creatures that typically go out on rent and come back without incidence. And so it was with this particular rental… if there even was a rental at all.
June 6, 2019
Rental Business Services
UnlockIt Self-Serve Rental Lockers
Point of Rental Software
UnlockIt allows rental businesses to provide self-service rental, rental on demand, and after-hours parts pickups with smart lockers.
June 5, 2019
Rental
Home Depot Will Invest to Accelerate Tool-Rental Growth
Retailer operating 1,100 tool-rental locations continues to expand in rental as construction pros increase rental and shopping at the Depot
May 29, 2019
Rental
Social Media is Not Always So Social for Indiana Rental Company
Social media allows customers to vent frustrations online, when the rental store and the customer could both come away from a face-to-face conversation smarter
May 16, 2019
Lifting Equipment
Rental's Role in Training and Familiarization Under New ANSI Standards
The new standards say rental houses are now obligated to offer both training and familiarization. It’s up to the customer to determine if they need either and request it.
May 15, 2019
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