Crane components are huge and most facilities receiving departments aren't set up to handle a truckload of runways, crane bridges, parts and more dropping on their doorstep. Here's what you can do on the receiving end to minimize the time it takes to process the...
The Smaller Parts of an Overhead Work Station Crane Every part of your overhead crane has a function. Below, we detail what each part is and what that part does for your lifting solution....
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ENGINEERED MATERIAL HANDLING (EMH) designs, sells and manufactures a complete line of overhead material handling equipment for loads from 35 lbs. to 300 tonnes. They provide equipment for several industries with bridge cranes, gantry cranes, workstation cranes, jib cranes, free standing cranes, and crane kits....
Collectors on an overhead crane system are contacting devices for collecting current from the runway or bridge conductors. Collectors play an important role in providing electricity to the hoist and other components of the crane. As the crane is in motion over long distances a fixed...
Learn more about the various types of cranes available for manufacturers with this handy infographic. It shows the various crane types, their reach, mobility, and more!...
Engineered Material Handling (EMH) sets the standard for wire rope hoists. EMH manufactures its own single and double girder wire rope hoists for manufacturing and industrial applications, with lifting capacities from two to 50 tons. EMH hoists provide a price to performance ratio that sets the...
Would a Monorail Suit Your Facility? Monorails are often used in industrial manufacturing facilities as part of a complete lifting solution. One large benefit of monorail lifting systems is that they can be mounted directly to the facilities ceiling - freeing up floor space for the...
If you have the headroom, consider spreader and lifting beams. Lifting and spreader beams (AKA spreader bars) are below-the-hook lifting accessories for large, awkward or heavy loads. They distribute a load of a lift across more than one point, increasing stability during hoisting. You'll see these being used...
Vacuum lifters are incredibly versatile end effectors (sometimes called the "below the hook" device) that can move a variety of materials of considerable weight. ...