Crane Specialists, Inc.

05/28/2026

Throwing it back to one of the true legends of the crane and shovel world — the mighty Northwest 180-D Series II. 💪

We were digging through some old product literature and found this original Northwest Engineering brochure packed with specs, features, and even a competitive comparison against the Bucyrus-Erie 88B Series IV. Back when machines were built from heavy steel, powered by massive Murphy diesels, and designed to work day in and day out in the toughest conditions imaginable.

Some standout specs from the 180-D Series II:
• 97.5 Ton crane rating
• 5 yd. shovel capacity
• Murphy AU-1360 turbocharged diesel pushing 358 HP
• Alloy steel castings throughout the travel base and rotating base
• Cushion-Air controls and independent boom hoist
• Operating weight around 250,000 lbs

The comparison sheet really shows how Northwest Engineering stacked the 180-D against the competition — proving why these machines earned their reputation on jobsites across America.

Machines like these helped build the industry and paved the way for the cranes and draglines we work on today. Old iron, manual controls, grease-covered hands, and operators that knew every sound and feel of the machine.

Who remembers running or working on a Northwest 180-D? Drop your stories or photos in the comments! 👇

05/27/2026

🔥 FOR SALE 🔥

2005 Mantis 10010MX crawler crane available now from Crane Specialists, Inc.!

✔️ 9,900 Hours
✔️ Reliable lifting performance
✔️ Built for tough jobsite conditions
✔️ Ready to go to work

Whether you’re expanding your fleet or looking for a dependable crawler crane, this Mantis 10010MX is ready for the job.

📞 Contact Crane Specialists, Inc. today for pricing, specs, and additional information.
717-664-3536
[email protected]

Your trusted source for crane sales, service and parts.

2005 MANTIS 10010MX For Sale in Manheim, Pennsylvania at MachineryTrader.com. New on consignment, this well taken care of Tele-crawler. 9,900 hours. Location is Baltimore Md. Wont last long at this price, call today! Asking 110k obo.

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

At Crane Specialists, Inc., we are proud to fly the American flag high in remembrance of those who served and gave everything for this country. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect, remember, and honor our fallen heroes.

From all of us at Crane Specialists, Inc. — thank you to all who have served and sacrificed. ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

Power, precision, and reliability all in one package. Crane Specialists, Inc. is proud to offer the versatile new ( unmounted ) Fassi F145AZ.0.22 knuckle boom crane built to handle demanding lifting applications with ease.

🔴 F145AZ.0 Features:
✔ Lifting Capacity: up to 101,262 lbs.ft
✔ Compact Dimensions:
• Width: 8’2”
• Length: 2’5”
• Height: 8’8”
✔ FX500 Electronic/Hydraulic Control Unit
✔ Hydrocontrol HC/D4 Segmented Distributor Bank
✔ 415° Rotation with Rack & Pinion Design for smooth, precise operation

Whether you’re in construction, equipment handling, forestry, or heavy transport, the Fassi F145AZ.0 delivers the performance and control operators demand.

Contact Crane Specialists, Inc. for sales, service, and expert support on Fassi knuckle boom cranes.

🌐www.cranespecialists.com
📲 717-664-3536
📩[email protected]
Fassi Gru Spa Fascan International

2021 FASSI F145AZ.0.22 For Sale in Manheim, Pennsylvania at MachineryTrader.com. NEW IN STOCK FASSI F145AZ GRAPPLE CRANE UNMOUNTED AND READY TO GO. PLEASE REACH OUT IF INTERESTED. $52,000

05/21/2026

Throwing it back to the early days of Crane Specialists, Inc. — when Northwest drag lines ruled the jobsite, the old bread service truck doubled as a mobile shop, and every repair, move, and build was done the hard way. No shortcuts. Just manual labor, long hours, and the old school way of getting it done.

These photos are a reminder of where it all started and the work ethic that built us into who we are today. Proud of the past, and even prouder of how far we have come.

Lane's Crane Service The Manitowoc Company

05/20/2026

Built to perform. Engineered to last.

The Tadano Rough Terrain crane lineup continues to set the standard for reliability, safety, and operator comfort in demanding jobsite conditions. From tough terrain to heavy lifts, these machines are designed to keep working when it matters most.

At Crane Specialists, Inc., we’re proud to support the industry with Tadano Rough Terrain crane sales, expert service, and quality parts support to help keep your fleet operating at its best. Whether you’re adding a new crane, scheduling maintenance, or needing parts fast — our team is here to help.

Dependable equipment backed by dependable support.

Tadano America Corp. Tadano

05/18/2026

05/14/2026

Digging through some old records and came across this vintage brochure for the legendary Northwest 95 series machines. These old iron machines helped build the backbone of the crane and construction industry, and it’s always great taking a trip back through the history of the equipment that paved the way for today’s fleet.

Who else remembers seeing these machines out in the field? Drop your stories or photos in the comments!

05/13/2026

Keeping our customer’s Tadano GR-1000XL-4 running strong 💪

Performing a full service and inspection to keep this machine jobsite ready, safe, and reliable. From routine maintenance to complete crane support, Crane Specialists, Inc. has you covered. 🔧🏗️

Tadano America Corp.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there — especially the ones who keep everything running strong behind the scenes. From the jobsite to home, your hard work, dedication, and support never go unnoticed.

Wishing you a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Mother’s Day from all of us at Crane Specialists, Inc. 🇺🇸💐