Maintenance zone: protect your workers while optimizing your operations!

30 March 2024

Does your installation include multiple cranes on the same runway? If so, a maintenance area could be useful. Let’s see what it is… First, what is a maintenance zone? It is a portion of the...

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Is an RBQ licence required to install an overhead crane in Quebec?

29 May 2023

If you’re part of the industrial sector and there’s a crane project in the air, that’s a legitimate question. Whether on a construction site, in an existing building, or even outside, is an RBQ...

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Buying a used crane: a good idea?

13 March 2023

When the time comes to make major acquisitions, some people prefer to look into used products such as used lifting equipments. The main benefit is undoubtedly the cost savings. Considering the...

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Compliance of Lifting and Handling Equipment

18 February 2023

Establishing crane compliance is often a matter of debate. Whether it is the delivery of new equipment or an inspection, many owners are wondering how to determine if their crane is compliant. Here...

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Is a horn necessary on an overhead crane?

11 January 2023

First, as per the present standards, it is important to know that the horn is not mandatory on all lifting equipment. In fact, the standards refer more often to warning devices instead of horns. And...

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Managing clearance and avoiding obstructions leads to unhindered installations

18 October 2022

Most of the people like surprises. Well… the nice surprises! But unexpected fees on an ongoing project is a bad surprise! Sometimes, big bills are the result of little details. When it comes to...

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Adding an overhead crane to an existing structure: As simple as checking the capacity?

24 August 2022

The capacity of my structure allows me to add a new crane! Is it that simple? Growth is a goal that spans industries. As companies expand over time, they must increase production accordingly....

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How much do you know about the hidden dangers of tandem lifting?

27 May 2022

Tandem lifting is a technique used across industries for specific purposes. When it comes to overhead cranes, tandem work is when a load is lifted using two devices simultaneously whether two...

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The hoisting cable: carrying a heavy load

24 March 2022

A multi-ton load hanging from a lowly cable! Impressive! Although this technique may seem basic and simple, the lifting cable is more than just a simple steel wire that can carry a load. It consists...

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Reactive or proactive when it comes to the maintenance of your lifting equipment?

12 January 2022

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Crane and Hoist classifications

12 January 2022

Are you planning to replace an overhead crane that has reached the end of its life? Your project may sound simple at first: lift loads of up to 5 tons, at a height of 20' and at a reasonable speed....

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4 industrial intelligence solutions for lifting devices – Remote diagnostics

6 October 2021

Remote diagnostics A service call regarding a piece of lifting equipment can cause an unexpected drop in productivity throughout the production chain, resulting in significant repercussions for...

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4 industrial intelligence solutions for lifting devices Solution 3: anti-sway

1 October 2021

Intro In this 3rd article of « 4 industrial intelligence solutions for lifting devices », we will analyze a case where lack of experience and human error can lead to accidents. Once again,...

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4 industrial intelligence solutions for hoisting and cranes - Zoning system

17 August 2021

Solution 2: The Zoning System This article is the 2nd in a series of 4 demonstrating smart lifting solutions in today's industry. Let's see how the use of technology can solve safety issues...

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4 industrial intelligence solutions for lifting devices

16 July 2021

Solution 1: load management Today's technologies, used on modern lifting equipment, provide numerous possibilities to industries. This approach allows factories to produce in an efficient way,...

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