Category: Service Training
Inspecting 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.
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 More[VIDEO] Pre-Use Inspection Process for the Demag DST Pendant Station
June 3, 2020Crane operators should inspect the lifting equipment they use at the start of every shift and before the first use of the day. This inspection process includes the pendant. Demag USA Technical Trainer, Andy Rasch, takes you through the pre-use inspection process for the Demag DST pendant station.
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 More[VIDEO] Making a Brake Adjustment on the Main Motor of a Demag DH Wire Rope Hoist
April 24, 2020Maintaining your lifting equipment is vital to keep your workforce safe and your equipment efficient. Here Demag USA Technical Trainer, Andy Rasch, talks about how to make the brake adjustment on the DH wire rope hoist when equipped with a creep motor and microspeed gearbox.
Read MoreCreating a Safer Work Environment- Common Installation Errors Found During Regular Inspection of KBK Modular Crane Systems
April 14, 2020Whether 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.
Read MoreDemag DR Wire Rope Hoist- Troubleshooting the Most Common Error and Flash Codes
March 24, 2020The 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.
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