A vast majority of overhead equipment is so reliable, it’s easy to take their maintenance for granted. Regular inspections and a comprehensive maintenance program are critical to the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of your overhead equipment.
Inspections range from simple to complex, depending on your overhead equipment’s daily usage and load. At the most basic level, overhead equipment operators should conduct inspections before the start of each shift. Areas of focus include – but are not limited to – control devices, lifting media, limit devices, oil and grease leaks, and capacity and warning labels.
More complex inspections are classified as either frequent (daily for severe use, weekly for heavy use, and monthly for normal use) or periodic (quarterly for severe use, semi-annually for heavy use, and yearly for normal use). All inspections must be documented and carefully updated upon completion.
Items that need to be inspected on a daily basis include:
- Functional operating mechanisms. Hoisting equipment and brake systems, for example, must be checked for maladjustment.
- Hydraulic and air system components. Valves, lines, tanks, drain pumps, and other components must be inspected for signs of wear and tear.
- Crane hooks. Check for cracks or deformities.
Features that would require monthly inspections include:
- Rope and end connections. These must be checked for broken strands.
- Hoist chains and end connections. Inspect for distortion, excessive wear, or anything else that may prevent these from running smoothly or cause them to stretch beyond manufacturer recommendations.
Any issues uncovered during any inspection should be noted and addressed immediately. Items in question should be removed if necessary until replacement parts can be secured and installed.
Based in Columbia, Tennessee, Integrity Crane and Hoist performs OSHA/ASME-compliant inspections, emergency repair service, preventive maintenance programs, runway surveys and repair, relocation, modification, and installation of equipment, load testing, and certification. All our services are in accordance with all government-issued safety codes and manufacturer guidelines on overhead lifting equipment.
Our inspectors are well-versed in industry best practices for overhead equipment repair and maintenance. We leverage our years of knowledge and expertise to ensure the highest standards of safety in every facility we work in. We provide customers with all the documentation for maintenance and inspection as required by law.
Our technicians can develop and implement a personalized inspection and preventive maintenance program designed to meet the needs of each individual piece of lifting equipment and its service environment. Integrity Crane and Hoist is committed to delivering an accurate and straightforward diagnosis that is complemented by a solution tailored to your specific requirements. Get in touch with us today to learn more.
Covering the southeastern United States, Integrity Crane and Hoist, LLC (ICH) is committed to workplace safety and strives for zero incidents at all times. Call (615) 302-3431 for more information.