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Catastrophic underhung overhead bridge crane runway fail, broken runway hanging loose from ceiling mount at metal finishing plant in central Indiana
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Metal Finishing Plant is Safe After Emergency Rehab Crisis

A metal finishing plant in central Indiana was the scene of a catastrophic runway failure. When our emergency service technicians arrived, the bridge and spreader bar was hanging precariously over caustic dipping vats. One of the runways had broken loose and fallen. Caustic environments tend to increase the chances of equipment failure. A Runway survey, as part of a regular preventive inspection, could have possibly prevented this failure.

CraneWerks is presented their 7th Distributor Excellence Award by Harrington Hoists. (L to R): Brett Kunin, Ashley Larochelle, Dave Sims, and J.J. Politis
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7th Distributor Excellence Award from Harrington Hoists

We are thrilled to announce that CraneWerks has once again been honored with the Distributor Excellence Award from Harrington Hoists. This marks the seventh time we have received this prestigious award, highlighting our rapid and expansive growth within the industry. We couldn’t be prouder of this achievement and the recognition it brings to our dedicated team and valued partners.

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Regulatory Changes: Staying Up-to-Date

In the fast-paced world of crane operations, staying current with regulatory changes and industry standards is not just a best practice—it’s a necessity.

Celebrating National Engineers Week at CraneWerks in Morristown, Indiana
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National Engineers Week

At CraneWerks, craftsmanship is more than a commitment; it’s a cornerstone of everything we do. Our guiding principle—work smart, work hard, and take pride in every detail—drives our mission to deliver precision-crafted solutions that not only meet industry standards but exceed expectations. As we celebrate National Engineers Week (EWeek) from February 18–24, 2025, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who make it all possible: our engineers.

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In the late 1990s, CraneWerks noticed that the American crane industry was in trouble. Big overseas companies were making huge inroads into the US market by setting up their own sales networks. Their seemingly unlimited resources and capabilities made it increasingly difficult for independent US dealers to stay competitive.

Against that backdrop, CraneWerks was founded in 1997 with a vision: give independent American dealers a chance to compete in their own backyard by giving them the opportunity to say “Yes” to all their customers’ overhead material handling needs.

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