Konecranes Australia & New Zealand

10/06/2026

Introducing the S-Series Hoist: a game-changer in material handling equipment. Designed with cutting-edge features like an innovative synthetic rope and a redesigned drum, the S-Series sets a new benchmark for safety, precision, and durability in material handling systems. It's not just a hoist—it's a leap forward in factory automation and industrial digitalization.

The S-Series Hoist is engineered to enhance operational efficiency while addressing the evolving needs of the automation industry. Its advanced design reduces wear and tear, ensuring a longer lifespan and lower maintenance costs. Whether you're optimizing your smart factory or exploring new ways to reduce carbon footprint in your operations, the S-Series is built to deliver results.

04/06/2026

Celebrating Pride Month: A Commitment to Inclusion and Progress

Pride Month is a time to honor the resilience, achievements, and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community. It's also a moment to reflect on how we, as individuals and organizations, can foster inclusivity and equality in every aspect of our lives. In Australia, where diversity is a cornerstone of our identity, Pride Month serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of creating safe and supportive spaces for everyone.

At its core, Pride Month is about more than celebration—it's about action. How can we, as professionals, ensure that our workplaces are not just diverse but truly inclusive? How can we champion authenticity and belonging for all? Together, we can build a future where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

20/05/2026

Proud to celebrate both Australian Manufacturing Week and Australian Made Week! 🇦🇺

At Konecranes, our Smithfield facility in Sydney plays an important role in supporting Australian industry through local manufacturing, engineering, and innovation.

Our Australian manufacturing site is responsible for:
🔧 Producing crane girders and platforms
🏗 Supporting local engineering operations
🚀 Hosting product launches and industry demonstrations

We’re proud to support Australian manufacturing capability and the skilled people who help keep industry moving every day.

15/05/2026

The Konecranes belt hoist is the right choice for electronic, pharmaceutical and food industry applications, or anywhere your workspace must be properly hygienic. The polyester belt does not require lubricants making the belt hoist simple and reliable for safe and precise lifting in environments where cleanliness is vital.

High-strength polyamide pulleys support the belt which is resistant to acids, bases, mineral salts, solvents and oil. With IP55 shielding, an electrically isolated hook block and a self-adjusting brake, the belt hoist maximizes safety wherever you use it. Easy to install on different kinds of lifting systems such as overhead traveling cranes, Konecranes KBK workstation lifting systems, jib cranes, monorails and stationery applications, the hoist can support up to 5 tons.

11/05/2026

We believe adaptability is key in modern manufacturing. Our workstation lifting systems are designed to fit seamlessly into evolving processes and unique production environments. With our range of light lifting products, you can rely on safe and efficient operations across various workstations, supporting diverse material handling systems.
We offer the right lift for every station.

30/04/2026

[NEWS] Today Konecranes announces its Q1/2026 financial results reporting: Solid start to the year. Check out the key numbers here and for more insight, read the full report from https://www.konecranes.com/.../konecranes-interim-report...

You can also watch our live international webcast and telephone conference for analysts, investors and media held today at 2:00 p.m. EEST via the following link https://www.konecranes.com/.../konecranes-interim-report...

The event will be held in English.

The full financial report will be presented by Konecranes CEO Marko Tulokas, Chief Financial Officer Teo Ottola and Vice President, Investor Relations Linda Häkkilä.

28/04/2026

Global Safety Day 2026: A Commitment to a Safer Tomorrow

What does it take to truly empower a team? At the heart of high-performing workplaces lies psychological safety—the confidence that every voice matters and every idea can be shared without fear of judgment. It’s not just a “nice-to-have”; it’s a critical driver of creativity, trust, and collaboration.

When employees feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and challenge the status quo, organizations thrive. Whether you're leading advancements in material handling systems, driving technology transformation in the automation industry, or exploring ways to reduce carbon footprint, psychological safety is the foundation for innovation. How are you fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered to contribute?

24/04/2026

The Konecranes S-series rope hoist is designed to boost usability, safety, and productivity through innovations such as stepless inverter hoisting, an integrated safety light that provides a clear visual signal of crane movement to nearby personnel, and advanced features that support efficient operation. The strong, lightweight, and durable synthetic rope requires no lubrication. The hoist can also be equipped with a steel wire rope if needed. The hoist can lift up to 20 tons and it’s a perfect fit in a wide range of applications.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build modern lifting technology - this is your chance to take a closer look.

Learn more about Konecranes S-series: https://www.konecranes.com/equipment/...

We have been in the lifting equipment business for decades and our deep industry knowledge is built into every Konecranes product and every Konecranes product has quality at the core. We design and manufacture the key crane components in-house, to function flawlessly in the specific lifting applicat...

13/04/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Rodney Milburn, Pacific Sales Manager 🌟

When Rodney moved from Melbourne to Sydney in 2011, he didn’t expect a technician role at Konecranes to be the start of more than 15 years with the company.

He first worked in a hands-on service role out in the field, then began running larger service projects and later supervising and planning work for the Sydney branch. As systems changed and Siebel was introduced, he stepped into inside sales and then service sales, taking his technical know-how into more customer-focused work.

One project he still looks back on is a major crane installation at a paper mill in Smithfield, where the team removed the mill roof, brought in 400-ton mobile cranes and installed new 20-ton double girder cranes. Outside work, Rodney balances things with table tennis and pickleball.

If you want to be part of something that can make a real impact, then apply now. We’d love to hear from you 👉 https://konecranes.careers

26/02/2026

Benefits of the RailQ 3D Runway Survey

* Provides accurate data on the condition and alignment of the runway through high-definition surveying by trained specialists.
* Is safer to perform than a traditional runway survey because it uses a remotely operated data collection instrument.
* Gathers more data in less time than a traditional survey delivering the same information.
* Condition data and recommendations are easy to interpret and share. Field adjustment and repairs can be easily made with the information in the engineering survey drawings.

To find out more: https://www.konecranes.com/en-au/service/consultation-services/railq-3d-runway-survey