Behind the Scenes Look at FiberMax Crane Mats
February 14, 2022
Crane Hot Line recently interviewed DICA CEO, Kris Koberg. For the first time, DICA gives...
Don’t Forget Loads Imposed by Tire & Crawlers, and What Happens Beneath the Surface of the Ground
February 8, 2022
At DICA, we often discuss outrigger reaction forces, ground bearing pressure under outriggers and crane...
Outrigger Pad Setup as Part of Your Lift Plan
February 8, 2022
A1A Software’s 3D Lift Plan allows users to calculate outrigger loads and select outrigger pads...
Tips for Line Worker Setup of Knuckleboom Cranes
February 7, 2022
Knuckleboom cranes have become increasingly popular and can be used in a variety of industries,...
Smaller Outrigger Floats Can Lead to Higher Ground Bearing Pressures
January 11, 2022
Is your tree care company looking to add a Grapple Crane to its fleet? If...
Best Practices for Crane Safety and Proper Set Up
January 10, 2022
Crane operators have more responsibility on a jobsite than just operating the crane. A recent...
Tips for Calculating Crane Pad Size
January 7, 2022
Determining the right sized crane pad is not always an easy task. There are many...
DICA Outrigger Pads For Concrete Pump Trucks
December 21, 2021
December 15, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) Many concrete contractors report that pump truck rollover is one...
DICA Outrigger Pads & Cribbing Blocks Include Positive Ergonomic Features
December 21, 2021
December 15, 2021 (Guthrie Center, Iowa) In crane operations, we usually assume the crane is doing...