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division will be based in the Company’s “Controls and Automation Center of Excellence” in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, located in the greater Milwaukee area. “With the formation of our new
Automation Division, we have a unique opportunity to work side by side with Channel Partners to improve the safety, productivity and uptime of our end customers’ facilities,” said Mr. Stipan. “I’m excited to drive this new dedicated focus on innovation through automation.” As previously reported at Wire Rope
Exchange, the Company’s most recent automation innovation is its Unified Industries brand ProPath™ Automated Workstation Crane. The ProPath system is unique to the material handling industry, combining lightweight Enclosed Track Aluminum (ETA) Rail and semi- or fully automated “smart” material handling solutions, including wireless communication, variable frequency drives, powered chain and wire rope hoists, positioning components, and diagnostics and analytics. The result is a revolutionary automated material handling solution that helps efficiently and precisely manage the flow of materials throughout a facility. With the fully automated system, built-in
intelligence via PLC controlled Magnetek variable frequency drives allows the ProPath to complete tasks with limited human interaction beyond initial setup. Customers benefit from accurate and repeatable processes, as well as reduced idle time and improved cycle times. Continuous analytics and diagnostics keep operators informed of system status at all times, allowing for planned maintenance to increase uptime. The Company also recently introduced
automated Fixed Location and Configurable No-Fly Zone Systems to improve the safety of operators and equipment by limiting the risk of collisions. No-fly zones refer to protected areas where normal crane operation is limited or entirely restricted. Depending on application needs, No-Fly Zone Systems may incorporate a variety of motion control products, including variable frequency drives, radio remote controls, limit switches, and sensors that designate locations where a crane is programmed to stop. Systems can enforce an initial no-fly zone where crane movement is prohibited, in addition to extending a warning zone where a slow speed limit is enforced. To learn more about all of Columbus
McKinnon’s automation and crane solutions products, visit
www.cmworks.com. y
12 JANUARY–FEBRUARY 2020
LiftEx Heads for Liverpool in October 2020
> The 16th annual LiftEx and the 3rd LEEA Awards will take place on 13–14 October 2020, at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre, UK. As flagship event for The Lifting
Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), LiftEx inspires, educates and unites the industry through educational and technical sessions, presentations on innovation, a packed exhibition floor and the must-attend LEEA Awards dinner. Ross Moloney, CEO of LEEA
commented: “We will return to Liverpool for the first time since 2015, following on from two tremendous years in Milton Keynes. The dates in October 2020 present the perfect opportunity in the Lifting Industry calendar for our global community to gather at this great location in Liverpool.” The Lifting Industry congregated at the
Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes on 13-14 November for LiftEx 2019. Social media was buzzing throughout the event with many reports of a successful show. For example, Lift Turn Move tweeted: “Our sales team have really enjoyed LiftEx. Great to see so many of our lovely customers and suppliers. We are looking forward to next year’s LiftEx on our doorstep in Liverpool!” Reid Lifting announced: “We had an amazing time at LiftEx and enjoyed meeting all of you!” and Lifting Store summed things up nicely with: “And that’s LiftEx over for another year, and what a great show it was! #Mega.” Ross Moloney concluded: “I was
impressed by the vibrant atmosphere at this year’s event generated by the huge amount of networking going on among the plethora of new products and technologies on display from the exhibitors. I am thrilled to have received immensely positive feedback on the successful 2019 LiftEx, and extend LEEA’s gratitude to our organizers, sponsors, partners, speakers, exhibitors and visitors who made LiftEx 2019 a highly successful two days. We all look forward to seeing you in Liverpool in 2020.” Visit
www.liftex.org throughout the
year for new developments. Partnership and exhibition opportunities are now available for LiftEx 2020. Requests will be dealt with on a first-come, first served basis. To secure a partnership package or prime spot on the exhibition floor, please contact Leah Phelps at
enquiries@L2Events.com. y
WIRE ROPE EXCHANGE
Caldwell Appoints Schroeder, Haider Regional Sales Managers
> Rockford, Illinois-based The Caldwell Group Inc. has named Jay Schroeder regional sales manager. He will oversee sales for RUD, Caldwell and Renfroe products in the eastern half of the U.S. and Canada. Schroeder, formerly sling team sales
manager, has been at Caldwell since May 2018, following a move from RUD Chain Inc. For approx. 18 months, Caldwell and the RUD Group have united their sales and marketing activities in North America for material handling and lifting devices within a common organization. Schroeder was latterly regional sales manager at RUD having joined the company in 2009. He said: “The RUD / Caldwell
partnership has been a very good move by both companies. Not only did it allow Caldwell to provide a complete below- the-hook solution, but also it allowed RUD to tap into the vast rep network and many of the current Caldwell distributors. Additionally, Caldwell has had a bigger impact on the rigging industry over the years and that added additional credibility to the RUD line.” Schroeder added: “I will be responsible for
ongoing support of our sales rep force and of the end users. I will be charged with finding new markets and growing current markets with the Caldwell portfolio; we are always striving to find new opportunities to provide solutions to customers’ lifting needs.” Schroeder acknowledged that immediate
challenges include building up a thorough knowledge of the entire Caldwell range. “I understand the lifting industry, but Caldwell has so many products to help the end user find a solution to their needs. That said, we have a great support staff at Caldwell and everyone is excited to help you learn about the offerings,” he explained. “Longer term,” he continued, “Not only
is growth of sales a target, but we want to raise the profile of the RUD, Caldwell and Renfroe brands in the marketplaces we serve. We have so many great products and people
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