Author: Andy Rasch
Benefits of Using IDAPSY Diagnostic Software on Service Calls for CANBUS Controlled Demag Hoists & Cranes
October 12, 2021IDAPSY software is a great tool for crane service technicians and can help optimize your operations. Read about the benefits of IDAPSY software that run Demag hoists and cranes with CANBUS control.
Read MoreTroubleshooting Without Software | Demag DR Pro Hoist
August 24, 2021In this post, we focus on basic troubleshooting for the Demag DR Pro Wire Rope Hoist and CANBUS controlled cranes without IDAPSY diagnostic software.
Read MoreIs It Time to Replace Your Old Demag P Hoist?
July 13, 2021If you or one of your customers are still lifting with a Demag P Hoist today, make sure you read this article. We will be talking about the history of the P Hoist, some of the age issues we are seeing when it comes to spare parts, and when you should consider replacing the hoist with a new hoist.
Read MoreUnderstanding the BER Brake Relay on a Demag DR-Com Wire Rope Hoist Trolley
June 8, 2021If you are a crane service technician called to service a hoist or trolley from the 1990s through 2010 you might find the need to replace the BER brake relay. The BER brake relay is commonly found in the trolley wiring for a Demag DR COM wire rope hoist. Over time the design of the BER timer has been updated and slightly changed so when you go to service a hoist with this timer, you should read this post. In this post, we will give you an overview of the design changes and the process for replacement.
Read More[VIDEO] Demag DH Wire Rope Hoist | Making a Brake Adjustment on a Hoist Equipped with Creep Motor & Mircospeed Gearbox
May 21, 2021A common question we get from crane technicians is how to make a brake adjustment on a Demag DH wire rope hoist equipped with creep motor and microspeed gearbox. Demag USA Technical Trainer, Andy Rasch, put together a series of videos that explains the design of the adjustment, how to measure brake wear, and where to make the adjustment.
Read MoreAdding a Diode Terminal Box onto a Demag DC Chain Hoist
April 20, 2021Demag DC Chain Hoists are used in a wide variety of industries and applications. These hoists are flexible and can be used with non-Demag controls. When service or replacement of the hoist is completed, a topic that commonly comes up in our calls with technicians is in regard to the diode terminal box used with DC Chain Hoists. This article will explain why the diode terminal box is used and where the box is connected for the proper connections.
Read MoreInspecting the Microspeed Coupling & Roller Star on a Demag DMR or DH Wire Rope Hoist Equipped with a Microspeed Gearbox
February 23, 2021Regular inspection of wear parts on the crane is imperative for safe operation and long life. When you are working on a Demag DH or DMR wire rope hoist equipped with a microspeeed gearbox arrangement, it is important to inspect the micropseed coupling and its roller star. These components should be inspected every time you do a brake adjustment and during periodic inspection of the crane. In this post, we will take your through why inspection of these components is so important and talk about the elements that could cause additional wear.
Read MoreThe Crane Technician’s Guide to Replacing the OWL Overload Limiting Device on Gen 2 Demag DMR Rope Hoists
January 12, 2021Changes are constant in today’s world. Just like the world, our products have minor changes to them as time passes. On Gen 2 DMR units, there is a new overload limiting device called an OWL. This unit replaces the TCQ overload unit in previous generation Demag wire rope hoists. If you run into the need to replace the OWL unit, there are some tips your qualified technician should know as he starts the job.
Read MoreCrane Pendant Symbols: Pendant Labels, Motion Direction and the Importance of Operator Training
October 27, 2020Pendants are the operator’s connection to the crane. They provide the controls to make the crane do the job. Depending on what pendant you are using and your crane and hoist set up, Demag pendants can look very different. Regardless of how they look, the symbols on the buttons are standardized. Today we are talking about Demag pendant labels, motion direction, and why it is imperative to properly train all crane operators.
Read MoreEliminating Error 950 When Upgrading from the Demag DRC10 Radio System to the DRC10D3 System
October 13, 2020When you upgrade a Demag DRC10 radio system with the DRC10D3 system, you’ll find that you get a 950 error code on the screen. In this post, we will go through the basics of the DRC remote and what causes this error and how you can fix it.
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