Failure Analysis on Radial Drilling
15 November 2018A long power transmitting train couples a hired crane’s hydraulic heart to a radial drilling arm. There are fluids under pressure. Electromechanical actuators and feedback electronics are buzzing away underneath the fluid activity. If the auguring equipment fails, where would we even start looking for the defective component? Not to worry, repair engineers have an extra tool. Known as failure analysis science, it’ll lead the repair tech to the fault. Failure Analysis: The Objective The goal is to use procedural engineering science to narrow down all current troublemaking components and to gain an insight into the possible causative factors that […]
Mobile Crane Hire: What Makes Them Cost Effective for Contractors?
26 October 2018Whether you are working to erect your own high rise or merely working on a residential home, the time will come when you need to have reliable cranes on your construction site. Construction sites are interesting places with tons of work always going on. With that being said, construction sites can quickly get out of hand from a cost perspective if the owner or manager of the site doesn’t take advantage of the many cost-effective benefits that are potentially being afforded to them. Today, we are going to explain how a mobile crane hire can be one of the most […]
Custom Steel Fabrication: Your One Stop Solution to All Steel Fabrication Needs
16 October 2018Custom steel fabrication, a headlining company service for sure, invokes images of a start-to-finish production cycle. Focusing on early beginnings for a moment, that product development cycle could begin with a blank slate. Then, while other steel fabrication services use ready-made designs, a one-stop solution, a steel fabricator who’s ready to tailor-make a clients’ design, is far more likely to satisfy those made-to-order demands, from concept to final product delivery. Your One-Stop Solution There are certain words in this industry that don’t impress customers. In your average, everyday fabrication shop, one such word is “outsource.” The main frame or body […]
Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Crane Hire Service Providers
27 September 2018If you are in need of a crane hire service then the odds are good that you have a big project on your hands. Whether you are building a bridge or putting together a commercial development, having the right crane services on location will make your job infinitely easier, safer and more effective. With that being said, there are some key mistakes that many potential renters make when they begin looking for a crane hire service provider. While this seems like a small niche to focus on, the importance of the quality of your crane hire could end up deciding […]
Significance of Crane Borers in the Power Distribution Industry
14 September 2018Crane borers are designed to drill narrow ground openings. They’re typically seen at the edge of a highway or street corner, with their helical booms boring holes for lamp posts or power distribution poles. The crane operator running this equipment reports back to a foreman, who communicates with the regional utility company. Happily, the electrical contractors leave the work to the crane hire experts. Clear-cut Subcontractor Significance And it is clear-cut, the role of the responsible party. Granted, if this were an underground cable run, then a trenching service or specially qualified electrical contractor would be digging ditches, probably with […]
FAQ’s in Choosing and Hiring the Right Crane for the Job
27 August 2018When you are planning your construction gig, there are plenty of details that you have to pay special attention to. No matter the size of the building or the goal of the property, you are going to need to hire cranes to help you make your project a reality. On the surface, getting the right crane seems relatively easy, doesn’t it? The truth, however, is that there is a lot that goes into selecting the right crane for the job. Today, we’re going to outline a few key questions you need to ask yourself before hiring a crane for your […]
Radial Drilling Services: What is it About?
17 August 2018Imagine encountering this hassle. A large workpiece requires drilling, but there’s no way the chunky plate will fit on a conventional upright drilling machine. That’s a common scenario, especially in machine shops that deal with larger project pieces. When this situation occurs, the last thing we want to do is turn away the client because the workshop isn’t equipped to handle a large-scale drilling job, right? Add Radial Drilling to the Workshop Repertoire Mounted on a tall column, a radial arm terminates in a geared drill head. Imagine a worksite crane, the kind that uses a mast and horizontal arm. […]
Main Functions and Uses of Crane Borers
25 July 2018Most cranes are designed to lift loads to great heights. Crane borers turn conventional load transportation approaches on their head. Instead of hoisting items, they turn their working parts toward the ground. Crane borers carve holes into the ground. Equipped with a massive helical bit, an equipment operator can bore holes of varying diameters and depths. Here’s the mobile auger now, preparing to drill the ground for some streetlights. The Main Functions of Mobile Augers Crane borers don’t carry heavy loads up to elevated work areas. Instead of squinting at a higher floor or a platform for newly arrived building […]
Differences between Plate Rolling and Plate Folding in Steel Fabrication
17 July 2018No matter what the project demands, a fabrication shop should have at least several solutions on hand to get the job done as specified. For plate rolling services, enormous alloy-reinforced cylinders are employed to bend thick steel plating. Placed alongside a plate folding machine, there are obvious differences between the two deformation techniques. In the latter machine type, corners and edges, not curves, are added to the plating. Recognising Plate Rolling Equipment Like an old-fashioned laundry mangle, the equipment uses several horizontally mounted rollers to grip and pull an item through a centrally located insertion point. Of course, it’s thick […]
Guillotine Steel Cutting Machine: A Necessity in Steel Fabrication Services
28 June 2018No matter what industry you operate in, there is going to be a time when you need help with fabrication. For that reason, we have been busy here at Welding and Crane Hire since the ’80s when our business first opened its doors. One of the most popular services that we offer involves one of the most common materials that we deal with: steel. Today, we are going to gear our discussion toward the subject of guillotine steel cutting. We are going to talk about the process of guillotine steel cutting as well as the various benefits that the fabrication […]
Commonly Used Cranes for Lifting Purposes
08 June 2018When crane’s lift their booms above construction sites, they create artificial cityscapes. The mock architectural silhouettes are actually cranes booms, but this fact remains hidden until one of the machines mobilizes. Lighting up the area with big halogen lamps, we identify each big-league lifter. These are the commonly used cranes that convey all kinds of payloads. Check them out, they’re clearly designed to suit different lifting purposes. Stationary Lifters Tower cranes dominate that fake cityscape. They’re the mast-like edifices that turn slowly in place on a construction site. Made from long latticed sections, the tall tower rises until it reaches […]
Efficient Structural Steel Welding Services in Geelong and Melbourne Area
30 May 2018Melbourne can be a hot-spot for developments both large and small. Where businesses flourish, there needs to be a structural welding company in their wake in order to help make sure that they are supplied with the building materials required in order to construct their buildings. When this is the situation, a company like Sharp Crane and Welding Services will be called on to help. Metal fabrication is immensely important to multiple industries in Melbourne and throughout the rest of the world. Today, we are going to take a moment in order to learn how a professional welding service can […]
Heavy Duty Cranes for Hire: How Heavy Duty Cranes Lift Massive and Heavy Loads
14 May 2018To find out how heavy-duty cranes lift impossibly heavy loads, you need to shift your focus a little. That strong rigging, the steel-reinforced cables and cast-iron hook, they’ve absorbed your attention for long enough. Anyway, the crane rental company has just carried out a maintenance test on those lift-critical parts, so your attention can be freed for the moment. Take this chance to grasp the whole picture. Whole Picture Design The impossibly compact crane you’re about to hire is that size and shape because it’s built to be mobile. Somehow, though, the design engineers have imbued the large frame with […]
Electric Arc, Mig, Tig and Oxy Welding Equipment: What are the Differences?
30 April 2018Welding is almost an art form of engineering that quietly keeps our entire world moving. Welding is used in just about every aspect of our lives, from the construction of buildings all the way to the planes that fly through our skies, but we still don’t know a whole lot about the process. When one mentions welding, typically the image that people drum up in their minds is of a person in a face mask with a torch in their hand. While this isn’t altogether incorrect, it is far from the entire story. Today, we are going to break down […]
Reliable Australian Crane Hire Services: Geelong and Melbourne Area
17 April 2018The Sharp Cranes team has a pledge to submit. Speaking plainly, the Geelong and Melbourne area is covered by our reliable crane hire service. That simple statement is telling. There’s no time for flowery language, for marketing talk and exaggerated promotional terms. Instead of the blather, there’s a real need for the unabashed facts. With that said, how does a hire company go about demonstrating a reputation for service reliability? Result-Driven Reliability Throughout Geelong and Melbourne, tall structures are sprouting up towards the sky. Industrial sheds are among them, as are new apartment complexes. A dependable crane, selected from a […]
The Importance of Planning, Design, and Fabrication in Structural Steel Erection Safety
29 March 2018Standing among large steel frames, you feel dwarfed by the size of this ongoing project. This is the backbone of the whole operation. It’s a safe site, there’ve been no accidents recorded in the project log, and the foreman intends to keep things this way. But where does the art of structural steel erection safety begin? Candidly, it starts before a single tool is lifted, right back at fabrication central. Fabrication-Based Safety Protocols Nasty accidents are avoided when safe operating practices are adopted. Above all else, know that the steel fabrication sector works with dangerously heavy parts. Back injuries occur […]
Maeda Mini Crawler Cranes for Hire in Melbourne: Excellent for Small Spaces and Confined Lifting
23 March 2018Small in stature, Maeda Mini Crawler Cranes are big in other ways. Take one example of this compact form factor in action. Crawler tracks effortlessly maneuvering around a confined space, perhaps around an old Melbourne neighbourhood, the 600-mm wide crane chassis angles toward its final destination. Unpacking its collapsible boom, the MC104CER unfolds its 4 articulating outriggers. The spider crane has arrived, and it’s packing some serious lifting power. Arachnid Power: Maeda Mini Crawler Cranes It’s true, these diminutive lifters look like metal spiders when they park and fully unpack their stabilizing limbs. The mechanical outriggers bend and push down […]
20 Tonne 4WD All Terrain Franna Crane for Hire
28 February 2018If there’s one crane manufacturer that bullishly represents a crane hire companies’ mission statement, it’s the Franna brand. This being the case, how well does a 20 tonne 4WD all-terrain Franna crane qualify as a Sharp Crane Hire ambassador? Well, the off-road equipment is reliable, for starters. Built tough, the four-wheel drive heavy lifter is also incredibly versatile. What other features make this model stand out? A Sturdy Mobile All-star A best-of-both-worlds design ensures this vehicle receives pride of place. Pushed to the front of the fleet enclosure, that 20-tonne Franna crane is a default rental choice because the mobile […]
Mobile Cranes Hire and Rigging: Best Practices for Safety
15 February 2018Taut lines strain, loops of rigging cable secure a load, and a latticed boom moves carefully towards a predetermined lift site. Sure, some variables change, so the boom could be solid or articulating, the cables rigged in some alternative manner, and the load secured via a lifting bucket or a wooden pad. Still, a best practices rigging strategy is always in place, acting as the one safety-unifying common factor. Safety Centric Rigging: Best Practices Some loads are heavy. Elsewhere, far across the worksite, an eccentrically shaped cargo presents some interesting challenges. We need a rigging plan, a means of assessing […]
Crane Rentals in Melbourne: Most Important Factors to Consider Before Renting
30 January 2018Swipe the sweat of anxiety away from your brow, because you’ve found a well-equipped crane rental service right here in Melbourne. You can take the company vehicle down to their offices, browse through their parked fleet, and come away with a crane rental contract that ideally suits your needs. Hang on, what factors are you using to select your rented heavy lifter? Come on, let’s weigh your options. Unleash The Rental Benefits If you’ve rented a crane before, you know there are literally many types of cranes waiting on the concrete stand behind the crane rental office. Driving down the […]
Welding Services: 5 Things You Need to Know Before Hiring a Welder
15 January 2018Welders are responsible individuals. Committed to their craft, these expert fabricators manage dangerous equipment. There’s no room for horseplay here, no place for messing around. In light of this conjecture, we can’t just hire the first candidate who applies for a job. So how is a worthy welder defined? Here are 5 things that will make the selection process a breeze. Number 1: Credentials and More Credentials Employers don’t ask for pieces of paper because of some misguided reflex. No, when talking about welding services, these papers contain certifications. Accredited welders get more work because they’re endorsed by an acknowledged […]
The Importance of Load Testing for Cranes
11 December 2017A heavy crane may look cumbersome, but it’s designed to operate as a finely balanced machine. Even when the boom of that heavy lifter hoists its load, the balancing act is maintained thanks to a specially fitted counterweight. So, on following this train of thought, a crane can’t just be certified as load capable. No, before it’s put into service, it has to pass a series of exhaustively governed load tests. What is Crane Load Testing? For the sake of that safety factor, cranes are subjected to a series of weight assessment protocols. If that equipment has been repaired, the […]
Is There a Difference Between a Crane Truck and a Boom Truck?
05 December 2017The overlap between crane trucks and boom trucks can be disorienting. A boom truck can even be a crane truck at times thanks to the versatile construction of the design. Think of it this way: A boom is comparable to the bones in your arm, even down to the articulating characteristics of your elbow. The difference enters the equation at the ‘wrist,’ the point where the working attachment is installed. In the case of a human arm, this termination point is a hand, a five-fingered versatile lifter that’s superior to anything industry can fabricate. Still, we’re getting away from the […]
Metal Fabrication and Structural Steel Fabrication: Is There a Difference?
16 November 2017There are several very real differences between metal fabrication and structural steel fabrication services. Client’s need to know those differences if they’re to select the right service for a looming project. The scale of the work illustrates the first major craft dissimilarity. Imagine the latter discipline using sophisticated tools to process complex metal parts. Structural steelwork operates on a larger scale, a larger-than-life scale that involves incredibly heavy loads. Cracking the Metal Fabrication Question Simply put, we’re describing a process that transforms raw metal into a series of tool-worked metal components. Iron handrails fall under this category, as do the […]
Structural Steel Fabrication and Welding Services in Melbourne: Customising for Accuracy and Quality
08 November 2017Unique engineering projects flourish in and around Melbourne. They form quickly with a steel-inlaid lustre, mesh congenitally with other structures, and deliver a striking appearance. Customised with accurately formed features, only an exceptional structural steel fabrication partner, one who’s also located in Melbourne, can imbue a normally prosaic service with more. Bringing passion to the construction site, Sharp Welding Services stamps this quality-assured seal on every contracted engineering venture. Structural Steel: Expertly Crafted and Customised Metal fabrication methods operate on a two-tier platform. First, before every other consideration, the design is brought to life as a structurally sound construct. The […]
On-site Welding Services – Geelong and Western Melbourne: What are the Benefits?
26 October 2017The Geelong and Western Melbourne district hugs the waters around Port Phillip Bay. City to coast, the region has many connecting roads. They look east across those water and west towards nature reserves. Like any other well-connected city, there are engineering workshops dotting the streets. What about on-site welding services? Well, that’s when the good citizens of Geelong turn to an engineering partner that’s equipped with portable welding solutions. Region-Specific Portable Welding The Sharp Welding and Crane Hire team have worked hard to develop enduring relationships in and around Western Melbourne. After all, pipes need a reliable on-site welding service […]
Competitive Rates and other Factors to Consider for Crane Truck Hire
02 October 2017Mobile crane trucks, typically used on construction and freight operations, are designed to lift and transport materials and heavy loads using the extended, hooked, skeletal / latticed arm mounted on the bed of a truck. They are often used to move pallets, crates, and other materials. They may or may not be stabilized by outriggers. Crane Types, Lift Capacities, Stretch Mobile Pick and Carry (Franna) cranes are easier to set up, have no outriggers, and have a stretch of approximately 6m. to 19m., and lift capacity of 10 to 20 tonnes. These are typically the most popular for hire. Hydraulic […]
Crane Hire in Melbourne: Why Should Crane Maximum Reach Be Calculated Properly?
29 September 2017A properly quantified crane maximum reach rating supersedes almost every other parameter on a mobile crane’s datasheet. Perhaps that’s because this essential spec cuts to the core of a risk management scenario when other lift features complicate the issue. At any rate, crane max reach is a calculated attribute, one that outweighs other dimensional and operational specs. Here’s the rationale that gives this calculation its prominent standing. What is Crane Maximum Reach? Basically, this calculated value refers to the boom’s safe operational radius. In metres or feet, the reach limitation protects the crane from toppling or becoming unstable. In an […]
Proper Crane Set-Up and Inspection
18 September 2017Safety-aware crane setup procedures produce incident-free lifts. What does that preparation work entail? A perfectly maintained crane is certainly a must. Of course, a truly diligent setup policy begins before the lifting gear arrives on site. We’re referring to terrain inspection, ground compacting, and all the other steps that create a safe operational environment. Beginning with staging area awareness, let’s establish a sound set-up and inspection strategy. Spatial Awareness A navigable route kicks off our preparation work. This is an irregularly shaped vehicle, so its path to the site must be mapped out by the driver. Low bridges should obviously […]
Characteristics of Good Quality Crane Trucks
30 August 2017Seeking out a crane truck hiring company with a peerless reputation is a daunting task, a prospect that’s made that much harder by determining the primary resource of the company. While the operator of this workhorse vehicle is certainly a candidate for this principal role, it’s actually the crane truck itself that earns this status. Now, you can gauge the reputation of the company and any prospective operators by drawing on your own judgment, or even go deeper and research the company. Use online reviews and local opinion to support that judgment call, but, as for vehicle worthiness, you must […]
What is Structural Steel?
20 July 2017Like the building blocks we see children using, structural steel is a building resource that comes together piece by piece. Unlike those juvenile toys, however, these load bearing parts are massive. That unwieldy size factor demands heavy duty lifting gear, so expect a crane or two when the frame is being erected. Besides the need for a crane, though, what exactly is structural steel? Durable Construction Backbone Above all else, the material is forged and heat treated to accommodate this function. After all, buildings rise by multiple levels, they’re designed to last for many decades, and their hardened frames even […]
The Role of Crane Truck Rental Companies in Building a Better Tomorrow
15 July 2017It’s unlikely that crane truck rental companies will ever be accused of having tunnel vision, not when they’re shrewdly shepherding us into a better tomorrow. No, these far-seeing lift managers are trained to anticipate future lifting needs. Are crystal balls involved in this forecasting magic? No, only an ability to interpret future lift expectations, beginning with the structural steel market. Structural Steel Erections Established construction methods are receiving something of a makeover. This is the age of the prefabricated steel structure, a building format that exists to accelerate standard construction processes. Assembled in controlled workshop environments, prefabricated frame sections and […]
Welding and Crane Rental for Hire in Melbourne
30 June 2017What is it that places Sharp Crane Hire head and shoulders above their competitors? We’re not about to be humble, so we have an immediate and unconditional answer to that question. It’s the ability to work safely and productively at heights that are literally head and shoulders, many times over, above the ground of a construction site. Incidentally, in Melbourne, a fast-developing metropolis in the state of Victoria, those construction sites are everywhere. Melbourne Crane and Welding Hire Specialists Although that was an informal opening, it should demonstrate the degree of commitment required to address a citywide array of at-height […]
Crane Rental Services: Why Pricing and Crane Capability Should Go Hand in Hand
30 June 2017There’s nothing arbitrary about crane rental pricing plans. On the contrary, a pricing strategy regulates the crane selection process. Imagine the vehicle’s features as an asset, something that’s coupled with the hiring rate. That fee then increases as the vehicle’s lifting capabilities become more advanced. There’s a correlation effect in evidence here, one that ties pricing to features, but why is this cost-based strategy such an integral part of the hiring process? Determining Scalability Larger fleet members are reinforced with stronger alloys. They use their massive frames to access tall structures and shift otherwise unmanageable payloads. It’s bulk and brawn […]
Most Common Crane Accessories
09 June 2017A mobile crane is an invaluable resource, a piece of equipment that many contractors can’t live without. Crane accessories extend and augment that usability factor by adding invaluable features. Stored on the crane or carried in an accompanying work truck, the purpose of some of this travelling mechanical paraphernalia isn’t always obvious at first sight. Puzzled looks fade away, though, when we explain the functions behind the most common crane accessories. Fitting a Cage Attachment We’ve all leant against these square cages when they’re lined up outside the workshop. But metal frames aren’t designed to provide back support. No, these […]
The Importance of Choosing the Right Crane Lifting Attachment for Your Loads
29 May 2017Tragically, an efficient hoist operation can fail even when all the hydraulic power and all the frame rigidity in the world is driving the lift. The operator is trained and well-versed in the crane’s capabilities. Likewise, the mechanical components are labouring well, meshing efficiently, and all is well. Unfortunately, there’s a question mark sitting on top of the crane lifting attachment. If everything else is optimally configured, is there a problem with that hoisting attachment? The Right Attachment for the Right Load Again, the best branded parts, all perfectly maintained, may have been selected, but the industrious loading team is […]
Differences between Electric Arc, MIG, TIG and Oxy Welding Equipment
17 May 2017Beware of welding equipment differences. There are major differences in the way these heat inducing tools operate and in the principles that enable these dangerous rigs to function, so don’t even consider welding unless you know how a particular method works. Generally, we’ll be looking at Electric Arc, MIG, TIG, and Oxy Welding equipment during the course of today’s discussion, so let’s get going. Electric Arc Welding As the first word in the engineering term suggests, this type of welding gear uses electricity to create a spark. A chunky housing occupied by a massive electrical transformer sits by the side […]
The Importance of Welding Inspection and Maintenance on Pipe Projects
28 April 2017Heat treated pipes are rolled and welded. They’re even pressure-rated, certified as being able to reliably handle a specified fluid. Weld technology binds the sections together. It also creates the all-important joints for pipeline flanges. Every one of these welds is a potential weak spot on a pipe project, a possible chink in the armoured line that could cause a catastrophic leak. Welding inspections and maintenance procedures exist to detect such fabrication flaws. Stressing the Importance of Weld Inspection A number of non-destructive techniques dominate pipe project welding examinations. There are X-Ray tests, ultrasonic tests, and other surface-penetrating instruments. They […]
All Terrain Slewing Mobile Crane for Rent: Common Features and Functions
19 April 2017All-terrain slewing cranes provide many tempting lift benefits. First of all, the mobile chassis can go anywhere and reach any staging point. It then settles down on that rough piece of land to deliver far-reaching boom coverage, a feature that sweeps through all 360° of the compass. Built to adapt to any working environment, this is obviously a feature-rich lifter, an off-roadster that’s intended as the crown jewel of any rental fleet. All-Slewing Features As discussed in a previous article (The Differences Between Slewing and Non-Slewing Mobile Cranes), this omnidirectional lifter is equipped with a rotating turntable. The steel arm of the […]
Factors that Affect Crane Weakness and Why Preventive Maintenance is Necessary
29 March 2017Massive alloyed parts form super-dense crane backbones. Admittedly, cranes are rated to carry such unwieldy cargos, so they’re built out of forged carbon steel materials, base parts that are heat treated to ensure indefatigable strength. Still, regular usage problems arise, as do the accidents that undermine this durable backbone. Here’s a chance to question the factors that affect crane weakness so that a preventative maintenance strategy gains focus. Analysing Causative Factors An unused crane retains its structural strength forever. However, what’s the point of hiring a crane if it’s not gainfully employed? As it’s put to work, stresses are placed […]
The Importance of Occupational Health and Safety Standards in Construction
23 March 2017Employers have the responsibility to keep their employees safe on the job each day. Nowhere is this as important as it is in the construction industry. Construction sites are full of hazards that can cause serious injuries and illnesses when the construction company does not adhere to certain occupational health and safety standards. In fact, construction companies need to set up their own plan that includes all the regulations of their local state or territory to ensure that they are in compliance at all times. By doing so, they prevent risk of site lock downs, fines and possible lawsuits from […]
Benefits of Onsite Welding in Managing Construction and Industrial Projects
22 February 2017As the late afternoon sun drops low, signs of a welding operation can be spotted. A momentary flash is lighting up a small section of the construction site. This is the onsite welder, an expert structural steel worker who’s hell-bent on producing a first-rate part’s join. Based on a best-of-both-worlds approach, there are many advantages to this mobile welding method, beginning with the logistics factor. A Logistics-Based Construction Asset The structural beams and plates are machined and ready for further processing, but not a welder is available. There’s no time to leave this space-consuming bundle laying around. It needs to […]
The Use of Structural Steel for Building Projects and Choose Only The Best Steel Fabricators
14 February 2017Decorative accents are essential parts of a building. Likewise, the outer facade and its glass windows underscore the structure’s purpose while delineating its identity. Still, the use of structural steel in a building project dominates all of these structural design features. The tough alloy acts as the very backbone of the structure, after all, so its framework must be correctly fabricated, installed, and inspected, above all else. Choose the Best If a facade panel is made from a substandard building material, the cracks and crumbling edges detract from the overall looks of the building. An expensive remodeling project is likely […]
Why Sharp Crane Hire Gives Reliable and Flexible Service in Crane Rentals
31 January 2017A rock-solid, expertly managed reliability factor rates higher than any other feature, according to our Sharp Crane Hire experts. That trait then partners equitably with a flexible service strategy to form a single unconditional safety metric, one that forms the core of our competence-based services. Mostly, we’re referring to the heavy equipment, but a flexible service provider also needs to scrutinize every other service aspect, beginning with a sound maintenance program. The Crane Hire Difference That dependability rating doesn’t appear out of thin air, nor does it magically materialize when a coin is tossed. Hard work keeps the heavy machinery […]
Differences between Slewing and Non Slewing Mobile Cranes
18 January 2017In crane movement terms, a slewing crane lifts its load, suspends that load in mid-air, and then rotates it via a boom rotating mechanism. Non-slewing cranes, on the other hand, lack a rotating base section. Hold that major difference in mind as we see how it affects slewing and non-slewing mobile cranes, for their compact outlines must adjust to accommodate these differences. Mobile Non-Slewing Cranes Don’t Incorporate Rotating Joints This primary difference complements a typically mobile profile. The permanent articulation joint raises a load and repositions the load elsewhere, but only when the mobile truck employs its drive section. Slew […]
The Advantages of Hiring Cranes versus Buying Them
12 December 2016You’re standing on a precipice, not a tall cliff with a rocky drop-off, so relax a little. No, this sheer drop depicts an awaiting choice, the decision-making process that pulls you toward either renting or purchasing a crane. There are benefits to both courses of action, you see, so sit back for a bit while we investigate the advantages of hiring cranes versus buying them. Hire Well-Maintained Heavy Equipment Hidden extras are always part of the buying process, no matter how hard you try to avoid them. Mobile cranes and their larger cousins are no different. For starters, they need […]
Crane Safety in Extreme Weather Conditions
05 December 2016Precautionary steps need to be taken if extreme weather conditions are challenging established crane safety measures, for no one can exert control over the elements, at least not yet. Begin by establishing a baseline parts anchoring strategy at the end of a shift, a procedure that habitually parks all moving parts, beginning with the jib and the rigging. Park Moving Parts Offload cargo and reel in the hook block. Next, park the hook and remove cable slack so that no pendulum action can take place. Lower the boom and use its securing mechanism, if fitted, to combat strong winds. The […]
Structural Steel Fabrication: Choosing the Best Fabricator for Your Building’s Backbone
22 November 2016Big questions hang just out of reach when you’re choosing the best fabricator for your building’s backbone. All right, the crane advertised by a likely candidate indicates a strong mechanical backbone, but there’s still no guarantee this expertise extends across every department of the business. For a full-service fabricator, the shortlisted contractor needs more than an understanding of loading conditions, they need engineering savvy and an innate knowledge of structural steel. Full-Service Engineering Savvy The right structural steel and crane hire candidate exists somewhere on your carefully compiled shortlist, but what makes the company stand out from the rest? Make […]