Category: Cranes
Overhead Travelling Cranes Used Outdoors- Design Considerations for Your Project
November 24, 2020When designing a crane for outdoor use, you must take extreme weather and location into consideration. Extreme weather can be sunlight, heat, cold, precipitation, wind, lightning and many other things. There are many details to consider when you will be using an overhead crane outside in any conditions. In this post, we are going to highlight some design considerations for your next overhead crane project that is used outdoors.
Read MoreLight Crane System Buyer’s Guide – Steel and Aluminum Enclosed Rail Track
November 10, 2020When you need an enclosed rail crane system, understand how steel and aluminum rail can meet your requirements. Read more.
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.
Read MoreCranes Used in the Automotive Industry
September 29, 2020When it comes to supporting the automotive market with lifting and materials flow products, the possibilities are wide. Whether the support is needed for lifting many tons or moving a light load, the cranes and tools available are matched to the job. In this post, we will go through many of the common cranes and workstations that support the automotive industry. These cranes and workstations are specifically designed to meet the needs and demands of the workforce and production capabilities.
Read MoreAn Overview of Below the Hook Attachments and Lift Assist Devices: Moving Loads More Efficiently
September 15, 2020No matter if the load is light or heavy, below the hook attachments and end effectors are what help make the job more efficient and help make an operator’s job safer. These specialized tools are tailored to become the hands of the crane and help the operator do a job more efficiently and precisely. We are going to talk about some of the options available for below the hook attachments and end effectors on the market.
Read MoreLight Lifting Equipment Options for Your Workplace: A Guide to Lifting Light Loads Ergonomically with a Crane
August 11, 2020When light lifting is required in the workplace, there are many ways to get the job done while meeting your goals. When you determine that adding a ceiling mounted or freestanding workstation crane or monorail is the answer, working with an experienced crane manufacturer and dealer is one key to success. Light lifting means lifting loads you may normally manually lift, or loads up to 2 tons. There are many different crane options out there to meet your needs no matter where you fall in this spectrum. Find out more!
Read MoreProper Reeving of the Dead-End Socket on a Demag Wire Rope Hoist
July 28, 2020If 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.
Read MoreDemag Wheel Blocks – How To Determine What Model You Have for Replacement
May 26, 2020One 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.
Read MoreMaximizing Uptime & Safety with Spare Parts: What Spare Parts to Keep On-Hand for Your Overhead Cranes
May 12, 2020In any production facility, maximizing uptime and minimizing downtime of equipment is key. Arming you maintenance personnel with the right spare parts for the cranes and hoists in your facility can make the difference. Keeping critical spare parts on hand, like those that are common wear items, can help minimize your downtime and get you moving again.
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