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shackles. 3D Lift Plan calculates capacities based on configuration, allowing lift planners to confirm appropriate rigging selection. Finally, a collaboration between A1A


Software and DICA Outrigger Pads provides data for 13 standard models of FiberMax® Mega Duty crane pads in 3D Lift Plan’s crane mats library. FiberMax crane pads distribute concentrated loads over large areas to reduce ground-bearing pressure more effectively than wood or steel. Made of fiber-reinforced polymer, they are as strong as steel but weigh up to 70% percent less. “Now 3D Lift Plan users can select the


best possible load distribution option based on the projected ground bearing pressures and lift specifications,” said Kris Koberg, CEO of DICA. “We are excited to partner with an industry-leading safety and technology company to expand options for 3D Lift Plan users who are planning lifts in a variety of ground conditions,” he said. “By working with manufacturers to


obtain technical specifications, whether they make cranes, rigging gear, or outrigger pads, 3D Lift Plan is able to more accurately generate lift planning data than if we were to use generic information. Our relationships with equipment OEMs are important to providing customers the tools necessary to plan lifts that mitigate risk,” said Weiss. Separately, A1A as developer of iCraneTrax, has expanded the maintenance, reporting, and


dispatching features of its fleet management software. Drawing data from equipment


telematics systems, iCraneTrax generates automated notifications regarding upcoming maintenance tasks, based on prescribed service intervals and actual equipment usage. Notifications are designated for receipt by specific individuals or departments. “Automating maintenance alerts based on actual equipment usage is a more efficient way for fleet managers to be proactive with upcoming maintenance items,” said Tawnia Weiss, President of A1A Software. In addition to maintenance alerts, an


improved reporting system allows users to customize a variety of other automatically generated email alerts in real-time. “Some examples include if a machine leaves a geofence or if a driver exceed the speed the limit. Notifications to appropriate personnel provide the opportunity to take corrective action,” said Weiss. Also new is the ability to track fuel tax


owed each jurisdiction in which the motor carrier operates in order to comply with the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). Using telematics data, iCraneTrax processes the number of miles driven in each jurisdiction and automatically generates reports at customer- prescribed intervals. Finally, dispatchers and human resources


departments will appreciate the new time block feature. During an established job schedule,


individual pieces of equipment and personnel can be assigned for the duration or for more specific segments of time. “This assists with payroll, and provides more accurate availability of equipment that can be called out on rent to another job,” said Weiss. y


Distributor’s Link Magazine Celebrates 40 Years


> We extend our congratulations to Leo J. Coar, editor and publishers of the national magazine for fastener distributors, who writes: “Well here we are 40 years later and LINK Magazine is still going strong and growing. LINK’S print and digital editions are now an equally important part of our industry, as well as our LINK App, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn social media pages, all ways to reach the industry which did not exist 40 years ago. Face-to-face with our readers is still the most important part of our job and Tracey Lumia will continue to cover all the meetings and Trade Shows. We do this to better inform the Fastener Distributor and Suppliers on what is going on in their industry. “I believe that print will still be as important to


our industry as ever before and LINK Magazine has never been stronger. 2017 will be a very good year for LINK and our industry as we already see more interest in our magazine and what we offer then we have in the past few years. I know everybody in business is optimistic about the future, it is happening as we speak. “As to the future of LINK, it is set up to


Established Business Offered for Sale


> Mil-Base Industries, Inc., established in 1983, is a manufacturer of wire rope and synthetic rope assemblies and related hardware. Our company has a long and well regarded history of supplying a large variety of product as a prime contractor to the Department of Defense and subcontractor to small and large defense contractors. Due to the declining health of our owners, we are offering our company for sale, including the name and all files. We would prefer to sell the company as a whole, but would entertain selling all manufacturing equipment and inventory as a lot and would possibly look at offers for particular equipment or inventory. Please note for many years our company has manufactured the MK 105, Mod 0 NSN 1450-00-414-7172 double braided nylon Helicopter Hoisting Sling, and it’s family of slings for the U.S. Navy. Following is a partial sampling of our equipment: a Esco Mark 150, 500 ton press, two (2) each Promec Model No. 438-B Swaging presses, an Enerpac swaging press (similar to LOOS & Co. Locoloc #4-H Hydraulic Swager), a Torrington No. 4 rotary swager, a Fenn 3F-2 rotary swager and an Ewald flash cutter. For load testing assemblies, we have a United SSTM-1 Model # SSTM-5K-E testing machine, a vertical proof test machine and a horizontal proof test machine. For more information, please visit our website at www.milbase.com. For a complete list of equipment, or questions, please call Tom at (717) 774-0968 x 103 or tom@milbase.com (please call if your email receives no response). y


last for many more years with or without me. So look for us in the mail, on line, and at an industry event near you…or via any other new opportunity that comes our way. We look forward to hearing from and seeing you for the next 40 years.” y


Rigmarine Sees Potential in Kazakhstan Mines and Power Stations


> Rigmarine has highlighted synergies between inland and offshore industries as the lifting and marine product specialist looks to meet increasing demand from the mining and power industries via its Aktau, Kazakhstan facility. Rigmarine has four global locations—


others are in Baku, Azerbaijan; Sharjah, UAE; and Aberdeen, Scotland—all strategically positioned to serve offshore oil and gas, renewables, construction, break bulk, shipping and marine industries. However, the economic climate in Kazakhstan, in particular, lends itself to diversification.


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