Author: Andy Rasch

Andrew Rasch, M.S.TechEd, has been a Training and Technical Consultant for Demag Cranes and Components in North America. With 30 years’ experience as a project manager and creating and delivering technical training programs, his passion is in educating others at all levels and locations of a company. No matter whether you’re an inside sales person or crane technician, his technical programs integrate safety at the core. He is an authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer for general industry and a Demag overhead crane product expert.

Proper Reeving of the Dead-End Socket on a Demag Wire Rope Hoist

July 28, 2020 By Andy Rasch

If you’ve ever attended a Demag Service Training seminar, you have heard us say, “Up the Straight, Down the Crooked.” When it comes to proper reeving of the dead-end socket on a Demag wire rope hoist, it’s an important statement to remember. In this post, we will talk about the importance of proper reeving in the dead-end socket and the most common deficiencies found during inspections.

Demag Wheel Blocks – How To Determine What Model You Have for Replacement

May 26, 2020 By Andy Rasch

One common question we get is how to tell what Demag wheel block is on an existing crane or engineered material handling solution. Here we will give you some tips on how you can determine what wheel block is on your system.

Creating a Safer Work Environment- Common Installation Errors Found During Regular Inspection of KBK Modular Crane Systems

April 14, 2020 By Andy Rasch

Whether you are a crane service technician who installs or inspects, or an operator of our KBK modular crane systems, we’ve put together a list of the most commonly seen installation errors we see so you can be proactive in keeping your work environment safer and more efficient.

Demag DR Wire Rope Hoist- Troubleshooting the Most Common Error and Flash Codes

March 24, 2020 By Andy Rasch

The day never starts or ends well if you’re experiencing an issue with a hoist on a crane. Demag cranes and hoists have built in systems to alert you of errors. When a hoist has our IDAPSY software included, it makes diagnosing issues quicker for a trained technician. Here we will cover the most common error codes associated with the Demag DR Wire Rope Hoist equipped with IDAPSY. We will give you an overview of the possible error codes and what they mean.

Adding a Demag DC Chain Hoist to an Existing Bridge & Trolley- What You Need to Know for a Successful Installation

March 10, 2020 By Andy Rasch

When you’re replacing or adding a new Demag chain hoist to an existing trolley or bridge, it’s important to understand the interconnections and variants of the Demag model DC chain hoist you are using. Don’t get caught in the cold thinking you have the right parts without reading our guide. In this article, we will go through the parts needed and some vital information so you can get the job done efficiently.

Demag DH Wire Rope Hoist Maintenance: [Video] Replacing the Caged Roller Bearing on the Planetary Gearbox

March 4, 2020 By Andy Rasch

The Demag DH Wire Rope Hoist is a fan favorite! Maintaining you DH is important for efficient and safe operation. Watch as our USA Service Trainer, Andy Rasch, takes you through the process when you need to replace the caged roller bearing on the DH planetary gearbox.

Maintaining Your Demag DH Wire Rope Hoist: Maintenance and Adjustment of the Rope Guide

January 14, 2020 By Andy Rasch

Like any equipment used in your shop, proper maintenance and inspection is necessary to keep you up and running to limit unnecessary downtime. One component on the DH wire rope hoist, and all wire rope hoists, that needs replaced periodically is the rope guide. We are going to take you through how a trained service technician would replace a broken or worn out rope guide and give you some tips on what prolongs the life of this component.

The Technician’s Guide to Oils and Lubricants Used in Demag Gearboxes and Hoists

November 12, 2019 By Andy Rasch

What lubricant or oil do I use in Demag gearboxes? This is a frequent question we get from crane technicians and maintenance personnel alike. Find out why changing the lubricant at regular intervals is so important and download our Technicians Guide to Demag Oils & Lubricants.

Enforcing Crane Safety- OSHA and ASME Codes and Standards for Overhead Cranes

October 8, 2019 By Andy Rasch

Workplace safety is critically important. After all, everyone should be able to leave work the same way they arrived, in good health. Advocating for safety can be a challenge in the U.S., because overhead cranes and material handling equipment can fall under various codes and standards, including OSHA and ASME. We have an overview to help you apply these safety standards.

Demag IDAPSY Software- Operating Overhead Travelling Cranes More Efficiently

September 24, 2019 By Andy Rasch

You may have heard your crane technician or your Demag representative talk about IDAPSY at some point. You didn’t think much of it at the time, but now that you mention it, you’re curious about it. This article will tell you what IDAPSY is and what it does on your Demag equipment to keep you up and running.