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300 Ton in Scottsdale

300 Ton Lift in Scottsdale Back in December, Smiley Crane performed a lift in a super tight space over in Scottsdale. We lifted a stone table, with a reach of over 250 feet over the hedge, meaning Jan, the operator, would be lifting the table blind. With the help of the guys on the ground using radio, the table was successfully able to be dropped into place with precise direction. The crane was set up on a driveway that took up the entire road. Trucks carrying all the crane equipment and counterweights were tightly set up on one side of the crane, and the other side had the supplies to build the table pieces. As you see in the video, the crane boom was almost fully extended [...]

2020-04-07T17:32:17+00:00April 7, 2020|Heavy Lifting, Isn't It Pretty|Comments Off on 300 Ton in Scottsdale
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SPYDERCRANES On-site in Los Angeles

SPYDERCRANES Working Hard in Los AngelesBack in February 2020, NR Windows had six SPYDERCRANE units working on one major job site in Century City, Los Angeles, California. The company is in the middle of glazing the largest project on the west side of LA and has over 10 of Smiley Lifting's units on site. Not only did they have three rented SPYDERCRANES, they also had two MAVLift 1320 Offroad units as well as two man baskets. The company also owns three of their own SPYDERCRANE units, totaling six of the mini crawlers. This massive job site was once a part of the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza hotel, which is also going under complete renovation. This job is comprised of two towers reaching 28 stories. Both towers will house floor sized [...]

2020-04-06T20:49:06+00:00April 6, 2020|Company|Comments Off on SPYDERCRANES On-site in Los Angeles
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What is SCAMP II?

What is SCAMP II? If you work in the SLS Phoenix office, you have more than likely seen these cranes parked in our shop. These tan colored mini-crawlers are dedicated to our Military contract that was awarded to Smiley Lifting in 2019. These cranes known as the Self-Propelled Crane Aircraft Maintenance and Position increment II exploratory crane, known as SCAMP II. In more familiar terms, the SCAMP II is a modified UNIC URW 375. What is the crane used for in the military? Aviation maintenance will be the primary use of the SCAMP II, to remove and replace major aircraft components for downed aircraft recovery. This capability is the first Army program ever to provide aviation units with a crane that can complete the tasks they [...]

2020-04-02T22:19:54+00:00April 2, 2020|Company, SCAMP II|Comments Off on What is SCAMP II?
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Isn’t it Pretty- The Revolution XL

Lifting up to 30,000 lbs, the Revolution XL is rear mounted crane with a short single axle wheel base and low profile- making it perfect for city use. Offering creature comforts like upper and lower outrigger controls, in-cab hook stow and release, 360 degree continuous rotation, and an optional wireless remote control, the Revolution XL has become a favorite of crane operators. Manufactured using a stronger, lighter steel rated at 140,000 – 160,000 yield (psi) instead of the standard 80,000 yield (psi) steel, the double keel hexagonal boom design resists the “fishing pole effect” and stabilizes boom sway, leading to a lighter crane that can lift more. Offering a rider seat, 4 out and down outriggers, and continuous rotation as standard features, this “revolutionary” crane design  and [...]

2020-04-01T23:16:43+00:00April 1, 2020|Isn't It Pretty|Comments Off on Isn’t it Pretty- The Revolution XL
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“Westworld” and SPYDERCRANE

Anyone catch the "Westworld" episode with the SPYDERCRANE cameo? There is a SPYDERCRANE 295 rental unit that is in the first 10 minutes of episode 1 of season 3 on HBO's Westworld. About Westworld: Follow the dawn of artificial consciousness and the evolution of sin in this dark odyssey that begins in a world where every human appetite can be indulged. Aaron Paul, Vincent Cassel, Lena Waithe and Scott Mescudi join Evan Rachel Wood, Jeffrey Wright, Thandie Newton, Ed Harris and more for the upcoming third season, which will explore questions about the nature of our reality, free will and what makes us human. For more information visit: https://www.hbo.com/westworld

2020-04-01T22:57:11+00:00April 1, 2020|Isn't It Pretty|Comments Off on “Westworld” and SPYDERCRANE
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How does a Mini-Crawler Crane Become a SPYDERCRANE?

SPYDERCRANE is a brand of mini-crawler cranes distributed across the United States and Canada exclusively by Smiley Lifting Solutions, but where do the mini-cranes come from, and how are they made? A SPYDERCRANE starts its journey at the Furukawa UNIC manufacturing facility. Furukawa UNIC is a Japanese company that is the largest manufacturer of booms in the world. They manufacture around 21,000 booms a year and their products are known for their strength and reliability. UNIC products are distributed to all parts of the world. Once a UNIC Mini-crawler reaches Smiley Lifting Solutions, there is work to be done before it becomes a SPYDERCRANE product. UNIC produces five types of mini-crawlers for Smiley Lifting Solutions but Smiley Lifting Solutions offers over 45 variants of the five series of [...]

2020-04-01T21:34:18+00:00April 1, 2020|Company|Comments Off on How does a Mini-Crawler Crane Become a SPYDERCRANE?
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“ConExpo”- A Buzzword Around Smiley Lifting Solutions

ConExpo, held in Las Vegas  every three years, is North America's largest construction trade show.  Considered a construction industry must attend, the event features the latest equipment advances and newest technology applications in every aspect of construction. Headlined by major players, the Vegas hotels compete with a multitude of tower cranes for space on the famous Las Vegas skyline. So since ConExpo is kinda a big deal, how does Smiley Lifting prepare? Preparations for ConExpo start long before the show. Discussions regarding the needed staff, cranes to display, give away items, and hotels start months in advance. Once the plan is in place, we must get to work to ensure the correct equipment, merchandise, and cranes are ready for the show. Who attends [...]

2020-04-01T17:54:11+00:00April 1, 2020|Company|Comments Off on “ConExpo”- A Buzzword Around Smiley Lifting Solutions
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Working & Covid-19

As we all know, COVID-19 is affecting our country and community. During this public health emergency, we want you to know that we are here for you. Understanding the critical role that our cranes play to the HVAC and other essential service providers, Smiley Lifting Solutions / Smiley Crane will continue to provide service to our community, unless mandated to stop. While we have implemented measures to help safeguard our employees in this critical time, we understand that a few of you may not feel comfortable working in the current environment. If this is the case, please do not hesitate to see Tami as soon as possible. Proper arrangements will be determined based on your role, as we do not want anyone to feel uncomfortable or forced to [...]

2020-03-31T21:54:30+00:00March 31, 2020|Employee Tips|Comments Off on Working & Covid-19
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A Day In the Life of a Dispatcher at Smiley Crane

At Smiley Lifting Solutions, we are a very diversified company. From our nationwide Spydercrane bare rentals, Smiley Crane operated rentals, our parts department with over 200,000 parts and our own manufacturing and fabrication shop, we stay busy. But there is one area that is the beating heart of the company. And that, is the Smiley Crane Dispatch office. In here, hundreds of phone orders are taken daily by the dispatch team to fulfill orders all over the valley. Each dispatcher takes calls and determines what crane will work best for the caller. Whether you are a new caller or a 20 year loyal customer, someone is always happy to help here at Smiley Crane. Thousands of jobs per month are created in our customized scheduling system, designed in [...]

2020-03-26T20:03:10+00:00March 26, 2020|A Day in the Life...|Comments Off on A Day In the Life of a Dispatcher at Smiley Crane
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