RentalYard Boom Truck Cranes Blog Archive

    Palfinger Aims To Set New Industry Benchmarks With Pal Pro 58 Mechanics Truck & PSC 8600 TEC Service Crane
    Posted On: April 4, 2024
    Palfinger recently debuted its new Pal Pro 58 Mechanics Truck and the PSC 8600 TEC Service Crane with enhanced corrosion protection and streamlined operation at Work Truck Week. ...
    Palfinger Showcasing New Pal Pro Mechanics Truck Body & TEC Service Crane At NTEA Work Truck Week
    Posted On: March 5, 2024
    Palfinger is debuting its newest Pal Pro mechanics truck body and a TEC service crane body for Class 5 chassis at the NTEA Work Truck Week in Indianapolis. ...
    Altec’s New Dual-Rated AC65E-155S Boom Truck Crane Provides Heavy Lifting Capability & Outstanding Platform Working Height
    Posted On: October 6, 2021
    The manufacturer says customer feedback helped design the new dual-purpose machine that Altec says combines class-leading lift capacity with industry-first capabilities as a personnel platform. ...
    PALFINGER Launches New PBO 5548 IM Bucket Truck With 60-Foot Working Height, 800-Pound Lift Capacity
    Posted On: August 6, 2021
    The manufacturer says it incorporated customer feedback into the PBO 5548 IM’s design, making it easy to service and smooth in operation. ...
    Altec AC40E-152S & AC45E-127S Telescopic Boom Truck Cranes Arrive With Enhanced E-Series Controls
    Posted On: July 29, 2021
    Altec says it took customer feedback into consideration as it developed the new cranes, which are equipped with upgraded electric over hydraulic unit controls, reliability improvements, and operator comfort features. ...
    Manitowoc Announces New 151-foot National Crane NBT60XL Boom Truck For 60-Ton Class
    Posted On: October 6, 2020
    The owner of the Grove, Potain, Manitowoc, and National Crane brands says its newest boom truck delivers the greatest combination of capacity and reach ever seen in the category’s 60-ton class. ...
    Sarens Canada Buys National Crane NBT55L & NBT30H-2 Boom Truck Cranes
    Posted On: July 1, 2020
    The 55- and 30-ton boom truck cranes were provided by National dealer Strongco of Mississauga, Ontario. ...
    CraneWorks Of Texas Buying National Crane Boom Trucks For Its Rental Fleet
    Posted On: June 24, 2020
    CraneWorks CEO Keith Ayers says his company chose National cranes because they have “some of the best capacities and reaches in the boom truck space.” ...
    National Crane NBT40-2 Boom Truck Offers Best Features Of NBT40-1 & NBT50L Series
    Posted On: March 5, 2020
    The company’s newest boom truck crane boasts improved load charts and extended boom lengths but maintains its predecessors’ electrical and controls architecture, making it easy to use and maintain. ...
    National’s NTC55L Proves A Valuable Upgrade For Winkler Crane
    Posted On: November 7, 2019
    The crane service’s previous boom truck was damaged in a traffic accident, so the company decided to look for an upgrade; the NTC55L has filled the bill. ...
    Pennsylvania Dealer Celebrates New Addition To Its Fleet: Another National Crane NTC55L Boom Truck
    Posted On: November 5, 2019
    The crane’s long reach capability and improved roadability has customers talking, as does its ability to travel without special permits. ...
    Manitowoc Introduces New National Crane NBT60L Boom Truck
    Posted On: October 2, 2019
    The crane manufacturer and National crane parent company says its newest truck crane has the longest boom in its tonnage class and has a redesigned cab that’s sure to make operators more comfortable and productive. ...
    Manitowoc Brings The Goods To Annual Mexican Crane Congress
    Posted On: December 20, 2018
    This fall, Manitowoc Cranes took four of its machines to the three-day 4th National Congress of Industrial Cranes in Irapuato in Guanajuato, Mexico. ...
    Hiab Launches Updated JONSERED Recycling Cranes
    Posted On: September 19, 2018
    The company’s newest recycling cranes are compact and lightweight but are also strong, durable, and safe for the operator and others on the job site. ...
    National Crane’s NBT55 Has A Fan In Champion Crane
    Posted On: July 20, 2018
    The Des Moines, Iowa, contractor likes the boom truck crane so much it bought an NBT45-1, as well. ...
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    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency
    Posted 5/1/2026
    The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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    Smart Farm Machinery Sales Strategies Start With Sandhills Ag Platforms
    Posted 4/28/2026
    These powerhouse platforms, including TractorHouse, MarketBook, and SpecialtyCropEQ, reach a global audience and provide the tools and advertising options to set sellers up for success. ...
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    Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices
    Posted 4/6/2026
    According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...
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    When To Rent vs. When To Buy Heavy Equipment In 2026
    Posted 3/25/2026
    Financing conditions, utilization, machine availability, your job backlog, economic conditions, and cash flow—RentalYard and Machinery Trader help contractors decide whether to rent or buy heavy equipment in 2026. ...
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    AuctionTime Reaches More Heavy Machinery Buyers
    Posted 3/13/2026
    Read our post to learn how AuctionTime brings more bidders to weekly online auctions through unmatched exposure ahead of the sale. ...
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    Sandhills’ Flexible Sales Strategies Let You Tune Your Approach For The Best ROI
    Posted 3/12/2026
    Sandhills' flexible sales strategies help you sell the way you need to. ...
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