by American Crane | Jul 1, 2026 | News and Events Post
Most pieces of history sit quietly behind glass. This one announces itself with a whistle you can hear for miles. On July 2, Union Pacific’s legendary Big Boy No. 4014 will make a brief whistle stop in Pottstown, giving our community the chance to see the...
by American Crane | Jun 25, 2026 | Manufacturers
TL;DR: Defense crane systems at DOD facilities are evaluated on far more than lifting capacity. Qualification encompasses documentation, testing, operator competency, precision positioning requirements, risk mitigation measures, and long-term reliability...
by American Crane | Jun 23, 2026 | Industry News
TL;DR Overhead cranes for SMR facilities must be matched to each zone of the plant; reactor building, turbine hall, modular yard, and auxiliary building Think of an SMR facility as a collection of these specialized work zones. They all have different lifting...
by American Crane | Jun 18, 2026 | Manufacturers
SMR crane systems are becoming a critical and often overlooked part of small modular reactor facility design. As SMR projects move from concept to construction, custom crane systems and advanced material handling solutions are becoming an important part of facility...
by American Crane | Jun 16, 2026 | Preventative Maintenance
TL;DR Most facilities still operate without crane IoT monitoring, despite growing evidence that connected equipment can reduce downtime, improve maintenance planning, and increase asset performance. If your crane program relies solely on inspections and scheduled...
