HoistCam at Lifting & Load Handling Training Expo November 16-19, 2015

Changes are constantly happening in our industry. New federal regulations and ASME standards are written, safety gear is modified and tools of our trade are continually updated. However you can stay on top of the crane and lifting world by spending a valuable time at our 2015 Lifting and Load Handling Training Expo in Las Vegas area during a 4-day, feature rich event being held on November 16-19.
Hosted by North American Crane Bureau, a proven leader in crane safety training excellence, this 4-day, interactive TRAINING Event & Expo includes seminars on rigging, inspector training, load charts, lift planning, ground support and current regulations pertaining to mobile cranes, overhead cranes, hoist systems, aerial work platforms, lift trucks, and other assorted lift equipment and gear. Increasing Situational Awareness: Pros, Cons and Unintended Consequences of Using Visual Aids on Cranes Christopher Machut - Chief Technology Officer As the Chief Technology Officer for Netarus (the parent company for HoistCam), Chris is responsible for technology implementation and user experience with a focus on rugged situational awareness platforms based on camera systems, as well as marketing efforts. Chris is an avid technology entrepreneur and management consultant, who has worked over the past two decades on many types of projects ranging in complexity from lead architect to organizing and motivating high level software and hardware engineering teams. He says, “Netarus is truly a passion of mine as it involves the better of two exciting worlds - technology and the marine industry.” Chris is an avid “Hokie” (Virginia Tech) fan and enjoys traveling to other countries. Most recently he helped people get connected to the Internet through designing, sourcing and implementing inexpensive wireless solutions in the Philippines. He is most proud when his experience can provide a positive impact to the world.