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Testing Hoist

Frayed Wire Rope

Clasp Fails to Close

Stretched Out Hook

Damaged Support

Grease and Debris

  
  HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY CHOOSE A CRANE SERVICE COMPANY WHEN IT BECOMES TIME TO PERFORM ANNUAL INSPECTION OR PLANNED MAINTENANCE ON YOUR OVERHEAD CRANES?
  If your equipment is critical to your operation and you expect a high level of reliability out of your equipment for years to come, then choosing a crane service company becomes a very important issue.

Price always seems to be the main issue; but what does one get for the dollars quoted? We have all heard the old saying, "You get what you pay for". In the overhead crane inspection and maintenance business, this statement is a reality. Common sense tells everyone, you can't pay a little and get more. What does this all mean to a crane owner? It means you should start asking questions and write up a scope of work to be performed. After all, you are the one spending the money.

 

Question to be asked:
Why Should I have my overhead lifting equipment inspected?
To insure the safety of your employees, minimum down-time, and secure the peace of mind that all functions are in full operating order.

*OSHA -  1910.179
 
How often must inspections be performed?

Hoist & Crane will submit a customized schedule based on your operation requirement, Frequent or Periodic.

*OSHA - 1910-179j
 
 
What will be inspected?
 

It is 7 points, 43 functions.
  We Check:
 
  The Power Supply
  The Controls
  The Hoist
  The Trolley    
  The Bridge
  The Electrification
 
  The Support Structure
 

Inspections do not cover inspection of items under lubricant filled sealed covers.

    
   
  Who will be performing my inspection?      
    Hoist & Crane service Technicians, trained to current industry standards.    
 
  When can my overhead equipment be inspected?    
    Hoist & Crane would prefer to inspect your equipment during normal business hours to observe the usage in a daily application environment. Special arrangements can be made on a tailored program for after-hour inspection.    
   
   
         
  When can I expect my inspection results and inspection certificate?    
A copy of the work-order and consolidated cover sheet listing all units, will be presented upon completion for reference and a signature. An inspection sheet per unit will be presented at this time for your records.    
       
       
         
   
  Will any other work be performed other than the inspection?    
      Any work outside of the initial inspection will be noted on the work-order. Minor repairs could be completed at the time of inspection, based on approval only. All other repairs would be quoted accordingly by Hoist & Crane, an authorized Warranty Repair Center for most major brands.    
             
      How will I know when it's time for my scheduled inspection?    
        Hoist & Crane's Service Department will notify you based on the maintenance schedule for your equipment within the month it is due, to set up an appointment.    
             
      When is load-testing required and is it part of the inspection?    
        Load-Testing is only required on a new installation, moving of existing equipment or a load-bearing repair. A certificate will accompany any testing done. It is not part of the inspection, but is available upon request for a nominal fee.

*OSHA - 1910.179k(2)

    
         
 
    What other services does Hoist & Crane provide?    
 
      Hoist & Crane is a full-line servicing dealership, we offer customized full and planned maintenance programs, certified operator training, maintenance training in addition to full engineered system quotation and installation.    
 
                       
                       
             
 

Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) Standards
 

1910.179 - Definitions application to this section;
        A "crane" is a machine for lifting and lowering a load and moving it horizontally, with the hoisting mechanism and integral part of the machine. Cranes either fixed or mobile are driven manually or by power.
 

1910.179j - Inspection Requirements;
        Overhead cranes of all types are required by the federal government to be inspected.
      Initial inspection - Requires that units be thoroughly inspected prior to initial use to insure the crane is compliant with all OSHA regulations.

(OSHA CFR-29 1910.179j11)
 
   

Daily inspection - Checklist of items to be inspected by the crane operator prior to each shift.

(OSHA CFR-29 1910.179j2)
 
      Frequent inspection - This inspection requires an operational test to check unit functions and travel limit switches. The lower hook and chain/wire rope are also measured for wear and visually checked for lubrication.

Daily to monthly intervals

(OSHA CFR-29 1910.179j111a)
       
    Periodic inspection - This inspection is to check for wear and defects in all hoist, trolley, bridge, runway, and supporting structure and their components.

1 to 12 month intervals

(OSHA CFR-29 1910.179*)
         
  1910.179k(2) - Testing;
     

Rates Load Test - Test loads shall not be more than 125 percent of the rated load unless otherwise recommended by the manufacturer. The test reports shall be placed on file where readily available to appointed personnel.
 
 
       

Initial, Fequent, and Periodic Inspections are to be documented and kept on file. Hoist & Crane Company will provide you with proper documentation resulting in OSHA compliance and peace of mind, by knowing safety hazards can be found before they cause death, injury, or costly repairs.