Wireless crane control opens new era for concrete bucket, rebar, other picks

Sources: WolffKran International AG, Zug, Switzerland; CP staff Tower crane manufacturer Wolffkran arrived at bauma 2025, April 7-13 in Munich, with a remote control device programmed to shift operator focus from crane to load movement. The Wolff Intuitive Control technology eases concrete bucket, rebar, precast concrete or steel member, or other tower crane load handling.  Traditional wireless control devices, Wolffkran…

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Georgia Division chief Chandley to succeed Thomas CEO Wessel

Sources: Thomas Concrete Inc., Atlanta; CP staff Ryan Chandley, MBA, will shift from Thomas Concrete senior vice president to chief executive officer on July 1, overseeing a regional powerhouse in ready mixed production, with 85 plants across Georgia and Carolinas Divisions. He succeeds the retiring Alan Wessel, who will transition to a senior advisor role.   “We continue to pursue strong…

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