Morristown-based CraneWerks Inc. has named Ashley Larochelle president, replacing her father Mark Thomas, who remains as chief executive officer and executive board member. She previously held roles of general manager and president for two material handling dealerships. Larochelle holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University.

Improve Safety & Efficiency at Your Semi-Trailer Manufacturing Plant

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Overhead crane rehabbed by CraneWerks for Service Crane Company's steel processing customer

Successful Rehab After Hard Life Catches Up to 20-Ton Crane

Overhead cranes are the workhorse of any manufacturing or distribution facility. They are there to do the heavy lifting and keep the production floors safe and uncluttered. Often taken for granted, they aren’t appreciated till they start having issues. Heavy lifting and repetition create wear and tear on joints and other mechanical parts. Throw in multiple shifts, grime, and caustic operating conditions and they begin to show their age.

Case Study 5: Galvanizing Plant Bridge Crane Rehab

A galvanizing plant in Muncie, Indiana had a bridge crane in…