Overhead Crane Archives - Street Cranexpress

A New Chapter for Ray Fletcher: from Managing Director to Deputy Chairman

Post author:Martin Rayner
Post published:27/07/2026
Post category:Blogs Company Announcements
Reading time:4 mins read

The SCE Group of companies, including Street Cranexpress and bxh Electrical Wholesalers, is delighted to announce that Ray Fletcher has been appointed to the newly created role of Deputy Chairman. Having played a pivotal role in shaping the business into one of the UK's leading overhead crane service providers, Ray's…

Overhead Crane Safety: Must-Know Rules and Best Practices for Safe Operation

Post author:Martin Rayner
Post published:30/04/2026
Post category:Blogs Safety and Quality Training
Reading time:3 mins read

Overhead cranes have been around for centuries but really came into prominence in the 19th century. This rise was largely driven by the Industrial Revolution, where rapid growth in factories, railways, and heavy industry created a need to move large, heavy materials efficiently. Advances in steam power, steel production, and…

From Manual to Electric…

Post author:Martin Rayner
Post published:16/03/2026
Post category:Case Studies Service
Reading time:4 mins read

How the Street Cranexpress team modernised a client’s lifting equipment in a listed building.

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