by Crane1 | Dec 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
BELOW-THE-HOOK LIFTER STANDARDS If you own or use a below the hook lifting device it is important to understand the standards! So, what are Below the hook devices? They are structural and mechanical lifting devices (spreader beams, lifting beams, C-hooks, plate...
by Crane1 | Dec 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
CONTROL TECHNOLOGY HAS REVOLUTIONIZED CRANE PERFORMANCE While technological advancements have significantly improved the structural and mechanical portions of an overhead crane, the process has been more evolutionary than revolutionary. What has changed dramatically,...
by Crane1 | Dec 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
CRANE INSPECTIONS ESSENTIAL TO SAFE, PRODUCTIVE OPERATIONS A program of regularly-scheduled crane and hoist inspections conducted by specially-trained, third-party technical professionals can save companies great expense by verifying compliance with local regulations...
by Crane1 | Dec 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Dangers of Arch Beam Patented Track Monorail Beams – Replace Now! Sudden Catastrophic Failure Possible Does your company have a patented track monorail or crane system using “Arch Beams” (also known as castellated beam, open web or zipper-track? If so, you...
by Crane1 | Dec 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
Crane Grounding Requirements IT IS SHOCKING HOW MANY IMPROPERLY GROUNDED CRANE SYSTEMS ARE STILL IN SERVICE! Would you ever consider installing a high voltage piece of equipment that without a proper ground to protect workers from potentially fatal electrical shock? ...
