Raising the Bar: Enhancing Crane Lift Safety with Technology

In this episode of "Safety Factor," we discuss how technology is being used to enhance safety in crane lifts. Our guests, Wayne Wille and Denny Davis, Development Managers for Technology Solutions at The Crosby Group, and Tyler Henley, National Account Manager for Specialty Ropes at Mazzella, share their expertise on the latest technological advancements that have been developed to improve safety in crane lifts.

We explore common causes of accidents and injuries when using cranes to lift heavy loads and discuss specific examples of technology that are being used to enhance safety in crane lifts, such as sensors, automation, and advanced software that monitors crane performance and load stability.

Our guests provide insights into how companies and operators can ensure that their cranes are being used safely and in accordance with regulations, as well as best practices for training workers on using this new technology safely. We also cover how the new technology works, how it can be combined, and how companies and individuals can implement safety measures to reduce accidents and injuries.

Join us as we explore the innovative ways in which technology is being used to enhance safety in the lifting and rigging industry and discuss real-world examples of companies and individuals successfully implementing safety measures that have resulted in fewer accidents and injuries. Learn how you can improve your crane lift safety practices with the latest technology solutions.

Guests:

• Wayne Wille, Business Development Manager for Technology Solutions at The Crosby Group.
• Denny Davis, Business Development Manager for Technology Solutions at The Crosby Group
• Tyler Henley, National Account Manager for Specialty Ropes at Mazzella

Background Reading:

• A Brief Mobile Cranes Glossary: Basic Terms You Should Know
• Tower Cranes: Common Terms, Structures, & Systems You Should Know
• What’s the Verton EVEREST SpinPod, & How Does It Make Lifts Safer?
• How Has the Demand for Wind Energy Affected the Lifting and Rigging Industry? What New Lifting & Rigging Trends Can You Expect i