Automotive Industry | Agriculture / Forestry | Construction | Manufacturing | Marine Terminals | Metals | Crane Systems | Power & Motion Technology | By | Nov 14, 2019
As your business changes with the introduction of new products or processes, so do your material handling requirements, and your existing overhead equipment may not be able to meet those demands. With early cranes came slow speed and limited ratings. Now, we find cranes with hoisting speeds of more than 300 FPM and bridge speeds as high as 1,000 FPM, handling loads from as little as 10 pounds to over 1,000 tons.
Three options exist for equipment improvement – buy a new crane, refurbish a used crane, or upgrade the present crane.
Increased production requirements may demand more capacity, faster operating speeds, better controls, or automation capabilities. Reliability may have deteriorated, causing unscheduled shutdowns and increased production costs. Parts may be obsolete, resulting in high spare parts costs and long lead times. Inspections may show excessive wear or non-compliance with current safety standards or practices.
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