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Welcome to the Great Lakes Lifting Solutions Blog - the place to learn the ins and outs of Spydercrane mini crawler cranes and SmartLift® glass lifting machines.

Here on the Great Lakes Lifting Solution Blog we post articles, case studies & frequently asked questions to help everyone who uses these incredible machines. These articles highlight the multitude of uses for Spydercranes and Smartlift® lifting machines.

This blog is also the place to get the latest updates and information regarding sales, rentals, financing options & specials. Keep checking back to see when we might be having our next sale on our Spydercranes and SmartLift® machines.

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The Spydercrane URW 094 has come home.

We wrote back over a year ago that we would be adding the Spydercrane URW 094 into our arsenal. The URW 094's compact yet powerful nature makes it the perfect choice for...

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How many operators can fit in a Spydercrane

The latest unique question from the customers. "How many workers can I fit inside a Spydercrane?" Our quick answer was, "One. Only."

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PowerGrip Glass Handling Tool - 5 things to know

Not everything we are asked to lift is with a hook. Sometimes, the goods and materials that need hoisted above require a gentle touch. This is especially true when the...

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We already calculated the working radius

Through the course of the year we often get asked what a working radius is. It's a great questions given that it's one of our baseline measurements.

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The right Spydercrane for the job

Picking the right tool for the job, especially for the first time, can feel like a daunting experience. No one really wants to go and test different makes and models...

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Inside the URW 706: The Baritone of Spydercranes

If this was music, the URW 706 Spydercrane would be considered a Baritone. If we were playing baseball, it would bat in the 3-hole. Whatever your walk of life, you...

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