Vol. 3, Issue 1
News (PDF, 649.62 KB)
Finning bids for Hewden; Ainscough buys GWS: Alte acquires Hek. Nationwide takes over Lex Access: UK companies at Bauma 2001. Pinguely-Haulotte continues to expand
Sharewatch (PDF, 111.88 KB)
Our regular look at how the cranes and access industry is doing in the City
Interview (PDF, 361.74 KB)
Editor Keren Sall asks Martin Ainscough about his plans for recent acquisition GWS from Rentokil and what they mean to the Ainscough Group
Analysis (PDF, 361.74 KB)
We look at the recent consolidation in the industry and talk to players about whether it is a good thing
Hire rates survey 2001 (PDF, 390.59 KB)
Our first ever hire rates survey indicates that there is plenty of optimism about the future of the cranes and access industry following recent consolidation.
Mobile favourites (PDF, 689.34 KB)
What new mobile cranes will enter the UK market thsi year. Plenty since this is Bauma year. We also look at how the new 100 tonne machines launched last year are performing as far as sales are concerned.
Trailers (PDF, 229.25 KB)
Demand for trailers is up and new entrants are entering the market. C&A looks at the best in trailers as well as new offerings.
Boom time (PDF, 310.89 KB)
The self-propelled boom market is focusing on consolidating sales of recently launched machines. C&A talks to manufacturers about their best sellers in this sector
Equipment&Accessories (PDF, 274.15 KB)
Crane simulation (PDF, 214.52 KB)
Crane simulators can save time and money spent on training operators and improve safety. Keren Sall went to Norway to see one in action.
It's the law (PDF, 144.23 KB)
Tony Elven outlines the procedures involved in applying for adjudication
