Hoist Breakdown Prevention and Planning
Andrew T. Litecky
Would you be prepared for a hoist breakdown in your production space? Read our post on strategies for prevention and planning for a hoist breakdown.
It Is Never Okay to Overload Your Bridge Crane
Andrew T. Litecky
Is it ever okay to overload your bridge crane? Shupper-Brickle takes a closer look at the hazards of this dangerous proposition.
Tags: ANSI, ASME, Bridge Cranes, CMAA, Crane Engineering, Crane Safety, Maintenance, OSHA
Why Not Just Anyone Should Fix Your Hoist
Andrew T. Litecky
Shupper-Brickle uses investigative mechanics to fix a Coffing EC3 electric chain hoist and uncovers the case for using certified hoist technicians.
What's Killing My Wire Rope? An investigation into wire rope failure.
Andrew T. Litecky
What’s Killing My Wire Rope? Shupper-Brickle investigates the cause of wire rope failure on a twin hook monorail hoist. We'll take a look at what causes wire rope damage and how to avoid it.