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Do you know how crane work has changed recently? Read this article to learn about the different ways your local crane company has changed over the years.

Having the right people know what they are doing and why they are doing it is critical in any lifting operation. In 2020 the number of fatal occupational injuries by event show 716 deaths from contact with objects and equipment. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics IIF Home : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov) There are several factors to consider when rigging and lifting a load. Overlooking any of them can spell danger for your worksite. 1. Not Knowing the weight of the load including rigging equipment used in the lift. 2. Ignoring load control 3. Hiring unqualified workers* 4. Choosing the wrong rigging Equipment Rigging accidents are a direct result of preventable errors. With possible errors in calculating the weight of the load to verifying a riggers qualifications. These errors can cause significant damage to life and / property. It is critical to remain diligent when rigging to keep your employees and your operation out of harm’s way. Borsheim Team has NCCCO Level 1 and 2 riggers supported by lift directors and engineering available for your next project. Give us a call! *In accordance with OSHA Regulation (1926.1404(r)(1) and 1926.1425(c)) employers are required to use a qualified rigger during hoisting activities for assembly and disassembly work, and whenever workers are within the fall zone and hooking, unhooking, or guiding a load, or doing the initial connection of a load to a component or structure.

• Harry S. Truman was president. • Roswell UFO incident • First mobile phone network concept from Bell Labs • First instant camera was developed. • Ferrari begins production of sports cars. • The CIA was established. • Cold War beginnings between the East and West • Sound barrier was broken. • Howard Hughes and the first flight of the H-4 Hercules Wooden flying boat nicknamed “Spruce Goose.” 1947 History, Fun Facts and Trivia - Pop Culture | History | Facts | Trivia (popculturemadness.com) Borsheim was founded. Our founder, George A. Borsheim, purchased an excavator and started doing work as Borsheim Builders for local, county, and state entities. The first year was a challenge for a new company and its 4 employees that year. The early projects were on sewer, water, and miscellaneous projects. George was a very skilled operator and teacher and in high demand. He saw a positive impact for his employees, partners, and community and quickly expanded his early excavator fleet with crane attachments. The 50’s and 60’s saw rapid expansion in need for highway and municipal projects. Borsheim Builders was their supplier for ready mix and other building materials. George A. also expanded his building materials into concrete block. Borsheim Holding started Blox Incorporated that provided foundations and walls for buildings in the region. Borsheim Builders was extremely busy in Eastern Montana, Williston, Tioga, Watford City, and the Newtown and Parshall, ND area. In 1964, George A. died and his son, George R Borsheim, took over the leadership role of Borsheim Builders. George R did not miss a beat and expanded the reach of product and service in Eastern Montana and Western North Dakota. In 1972, George R was approached by Harvey Bennett & John Sanders with Cactus Concrete to purchase the ready mix and block businesses. The sales of the Ready Mix and Blox Inc businesses happened at the right time. George was able to expand his crane business. Two important events happened in the late 70’s. Tyler G Goodman became part of the Borsheim team in 1977 and represents the 3rd generation in the company. The second major change was cranes became more mobile and could effectively travel out over 100 miles. The 1980’s brought new challenges and leadership to Borsheim Companies. In 1984, Tyler G. Goodman II took over for his uncle to lead Borsheim into the 21st century. In 2000, Tyler expanded into the Belfield area of North Dakota. By 2003, an office and shop were secured in Fargo, ND. In 2008, an office and shop were secured in Minot, ND. The 2010’s brought new teammates, including the fourth generation into the company – Tyler G. Goodman III in 2013. In 2015, Pro Industrial was founded to supply miscellaneous rigging and supplies to areas served by Borsheim Crane. In 2017, two more companies were established – Borsheim Logistics and Logistic Pros. In 2019, Borsheim Crane began its Heavy Lift Division to provide expanded service in ND, MN, SD, MT, WY, NE, IA, WI, and MO. Our best days are ahead of us and we look forward to serving you and growing with our valued employees, partners, and communities.