Hydraulic Truck Crane vs. Boom Truck: Which One to Choose
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a hydraulic truck crane and a boom truck? As your trusted crane experts, we’re here to teach you the benefits of…
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a hydraulic truck crane and a boom truck? As your trusted crane experts, we’re here to teach you the benefits of…
Cranes are powerful pieces of equipment that help professionals across industries construct buildings, transport materials, and build roads. They can also be extremely hazardous when OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health…
Excavators are a key heavy equipment piece to many projects.Sometimes called diggers, most excavators contain the same components. The most recognizable features of any excavation are the boom, dipper, and…
For anyone looking to start their career in heavy equipment operation, being able to properly use and operate a forklift is a critical skill. Forklifts are versatile and can be…
Before the invention of cranes, the act of building required lifting objects manually. As societies developed and advanced, so did the mechanical means to build the civilizations these societies lived…
For those looking for a job outside the norms of a 9 to 5, switching careers, or veterans transitioning to civilian life, HEC has provided training that specializes in preparing…
About Cranes Overview Construction teams use cranes on practically every job site. These heavy-duty machines can lift up to 18 metric tons and reach as high as 230 feet—depending on…
Are you wondering whether a career in heavy equipment operation is the next best step for you? HEC's accelerated training programs teach students how to operate heavy equipment with safety…
Looking for a job in the heavy equipment or construction industry? Many of the men and women who’ve helped build and maintain the public infrastructure we enjoy today were in…
Tower cranes are key to building higher and lifting heavy materials. While it’s true that all cranes serve a similar purpose, tower cranes excel in these categories. You can often…