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elcome to the Summer edition of Overhead Crane & Hoist. The past few months have reflected an industry continuing to balance strong underlying demand with a more complex operating environment. Robust investment in infrastructure, reshoring-driven manufacturing projects and
ongoing warehouse automation have supported a healthy project pipeline, while workforce shortages, extended lead times for critical components and broader economic uncertainty continue to shape decision- making across the supply chain. In our state focus on Indiana, we explore how the industry benefits from the Hoosier State’s position as the
“Crossroads of America”. With one of the strongest economies in the Midwest, Indiana’s crane and hoist sector continues to build on its rich industrial heritage. Find out more on page 42. With AISTech 2026 on the horizon, Myra Pinkham examines what to expect from this year’s event and
its exhibitors, and how these developments align with the latest trends in the steel industry (see page 68). In addition, as highly specialised lifting solutions, below-the-hook (BTH) devices play a critical role in safely connecting cranes and hoists to loads. Often custom-engineered for specific applications, we take a closer look at smart lifting innovations in BTH technology on page 76. Young professional development remains a pressing topic across many industries, and its importance in the crane and hoist sector cannot be overstated. As experienced workers approach retirement, the industry faces an emerging skills gap that must be addressed by the next generation. On page 48, we speak with industry leaders and training professionals about strategies to meet this challenge. Just as summer brings longer days and a sense of renewed energy, I hope you find inspiration and practical insight in this edition of Overhead Crane & Hoist.
Phoebe Galbraith, editor
Media Partners
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