Wire Rope Damage Types and Causes of Failure

The overhead crane industry is rightfully concerned about the failure of wire rope and has a profound and obvious interest in preventing it. Depending upon which expert you talk with, there are many opinions as to the ‘main causes’ of these failures. The list for reasons leading to the failure of wire rope is lengthy, … Read more

Crane Technician: Career and Salary Facts 

With the increase in construction and manufacturing across the country, cranes have become an important part of maintaining the national infrastructure. They aid in moving construction materials around job sites, lifting other pieces of machinery around shops, and allowing workers to perform their jobs efficiently. Because there are more cranes in operation than ever before, … Read more

Overhead Hoists: Types and Use Cases Explained 

Overhead hoists use pulleys, wire rope, and chains to achieve the leverage needed for lifting heavy objects with minimal effort. Overhead hoists can be electrically, pneumatically, or manually operated and will often be incorporated into cranes and other heavy machinery. Today, we will discuss the different types of overhead hoists available and how they are commonly used. … Read more

How often should you inspect overhead cranes & hoists?

Operational productivity is maximized, total repair costs are reduced, and safety of your equipment is optimized when you have implemented the proper inspection and maintenance frequency for your overhead cranes and hoists. The big question is: How do I know what is the proper frequency? Worker safety is an obvious priority for every business, so the … Read more

Workstation Cranes Improve Productivity and Safety 

Workstation Cranes 101 The team at CraneTech has installed custom overhead crane and hoist equipment for thousands of customers over the years including Chain & Wire Rope Hoists, Jib Cranes, Monorail Systems, Bridge Cranes. Crane Controls and more.  One of the more effective low cost systems is the freestanding workstation crane that is designed to … Read more

How to Choose the Right Crane for Your Business 

If you’ve decided to take your business to the next level with an overhead crane solution, there are a few questions that you can answer ahead of time to ensure that your provider is recommending the best possible solution for your business. Questions to Help Identify the Right Overhead Crane Solution

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