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Troubleshooting 3-Phase AC Motors on Demag Hoists, Trolleys, and Bridge Drives

December 20, 2022 By Andy Rasch

Troubleshooting Demag hoists, trolleys, and bridge drives can require checking the 3-phase AC motor to determine if a new motor or a rewind is required.

Troubleshooting Modern Demag Cranes with VFC Bridge Control & TDU Inverter

August 23, 2022 By Demag Cranes

Modern Demag cranes with VFC bridge control use a TDU inverter or DMI Drive. Learn more about IDing and efficiently troubleshooting for your next service call.

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.

Hoist Data Plate Information Needed for Spare Parts and Troubleshooting

December 24, 2019 By Demag Cranes

Whether you are a crane service technician or the maintenance guy in your facility, having the right information to get the right parts the first time is critical. Demag has been manufacturing lifting equipment for more than 200 years. That means you will see a variety of Demag products of various ages in your facility or on service calls. When it comes to hoists, knowing the information you need off the data plate is going to help you get the right spare parts to get the job done the first time.