Pillar of support in overhead crane project
Published: 01 October, 2024
The design and installation by Hoist & Winch of replacement end carriages for two overhead cranes reached its conclusion recently with the end user expressing complete satisfaction in the outcome. Previously, the 2-ton swl (safe working load) manual overhead cranes were suffering from potentially dangerous crabbing problems due to the original design of the end carriages. Hoist & Winch thus had a responsibility to work expediently and professionally, with the aim of bringing this concerning issue to a safe resolution.
Alongside the supply, installation, hire and load testing of hoist units/cranes for all types of industries, Hoist & Winch also offers lifting equipment refurbishment and rectification services. With each project of this type presenting its own set of challenges, the company comes to the fore in tackling work that competitors often prefer to avoid.
For this project, the relatively high-temperature working conditions and access requirements were a factor due to the basement location of the manual cranes in a large, ageing building in central London. The cranes work over two large gas-fired piston engines that provide heat to neighbouring buildings.
With a solution required urgently, Hoist & Winch performed a detailed site dimensional survey to gather important design information and check the alignment of the existing crane rails. The company then set about designing replacement end carriages with a longer wheelbase and new crane wheels featuring deeper tread. Side-acting crane rail guide rollers at each extent of the end carriages were a further important part of the new design.
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