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Riccardo Magni on company goals and product plans
Published on: 16 May, 2024
North America, new boom lifts and a move into agriculture are all targets, says Magni president 
Market stabilization for ‘Telehandler30’ North American ranking
Published on: 16 May, 2024
Current market drivers include infrastructure, mega projects, onshoring and aging fleet replacement
The AI systems used to fight energy waste on construction sites
Published on: 16 May, 2024
Contractors including Kier, Balfour Beatty and Bouygues are all using AI-enabled energy management systems in site cabins to reduce power waste 
Friday roundup: ERA opens in Lisbon | Caterpillar highlights | United Rentals’ growth
Published on: 16 May, 2024
European rental firms gathered for two days of networking in Lisbon, Portugal, while corporate giants Caterpillar and United Rentals each progress with forward-thinking initiatives 
Paolo Palazzani on a new ‘people first’ strategy
Published on: 15 May, 2024
Palazzani’s new president talks market developments and cultural change 
Interview: New IPAF president on what’s next in ensuring safety when working at height
Published on: 14 May, 2024
Karel Huisjer, the new president of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), looks at inclusivity, sustainability, globalization and more
Update: SAIA Canadian Council
Published on: 13 May, 2024
New gaps analysis tool in development will address specific requirements for scaffold and access equipment across Canada’s provinces
Roundtable: Why compact telehandlers are today’s tool of choice
Published on: 13 May, 2024
Leading OEMs talk about how they’re responding to market demand for a versatile and efficient machine that won’t break the bank
Working at height: When can I fall?
Published on: 07 May, 2024
David Glabe addresses why falls from heights within construction consistently remain a primary cause of injuries in the industry
The latest trends in access equipment on show in Paris
Published on: 07 May, 2024
A growing variety of OEMs take the stage at Intermat, showcasing their latest innovations with an emphasis on sustainability
U.S. noncompete ban: protecting company interests if or when it goes through
Published on: 06 May, 2024
The rule banning noncompete agreements is already facing legal challenges. In the meantime, companies can take steps to protect their interests.
How Sunbelt Rentals plans to become a $14-billion company in five years
Published on: 01 May, 2024
Focused on growing specialty rental alongside an ambitious goal for greenfield startups, Ashtead’s US-based rental giant laid out some ambitious goals with its Sunbelt 4.0 five-year plan
5 key takeaways from Intermat 2024’s conference on energy transition
Published on: 30 April, 2024
Round table explores transition challenges
5 disruptive geopolitical trends in manufacturing and how they can be overcome
Published on: 29 April, 2024
Bart Decker, partner with EY, said policymakers and industry can come together to address and overcome these trends.
Interview: Will a ban on noncompete agreements affect US rental consolidation?
Published on: 26 April, 2024
Josh Nickell, VP of equipment rental with the American Rental Association, talks about whether the FTC’s latest move will change the landscape of the US rental industry
Global Battery Alliance executive director on battery passports and a sustainable battery value chain
Published on: 25 April, 2024
The organization included battery passports in its 2030 vision report. Executive Director Inga Petersen talked to Power Progress about how battery passports can contribute to a sustainable battery value chain.
US demand spurs product innovations in telescopic booms
Published on: 24 April, 2024
With more units - and OEMs - coming to market than ever before, telescopic boom lift buyers face a range of options when it comes to their next big purchase
Clean revolution: Alternative power takes rental equipment by storm
Published on: 24 April, 2024
Equipment run by alternative power sources is becoming the norm in an increasing range of applications, presenting fleet owners with an array of efficient options
Loxam Powered Access CEO on equipment, costs, acquisitions and headwinds
Published on: 22 April, 2024
Paul Rankin shares the challenges and solutions in today’s international rental market 
Trackunit interview: swimming in a data lake
Published on: 22 April, 2024
Trackunit’s Soeren Brogaard on telematics and AI
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