Caldwell Custom Lifting Device for Cryomodule Assembly
Rockford-based The Caldwell Group Inc. has manufactured a customized lifting device that is being used during assembly of cryomodules at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in Batavia, in its home state of Illinois, U.S. The project was awarded to Caldwell distributor John Sakash Company Inc., also of Illinois. The process requires precision assembly apparatus, as Fermilab builds...
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New piLIFT SMART Vacuum Lifters for Industry 4.0 Applications
The piLIFT® SMART Vacuum Lifters offers a lifting capacity of 90 lb and features a hand guard with variable speed controls. The lifter lifts and weighs the loads simultaneously, collects and logs data for the process of statistics and analysis. It reduces the load on the operator’s body and optimizes productivity. The product comes with smart data features that are based on internet...
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Industrial Magnetics, Inc. Commissioned to Design Custom Magnetic Lifting Solution
Industrial Magnetics, Inc. was recently commissioned to design a custom magnetic lifting solution for a steel stacking and de-stacking application. BOYNE CITY, MICH. - NOVEMBER 07, 2017 - Industrial Magnetics Inc. was recently commissioned to design a custom magnetic lifting solution for stacking and de-stacking various sizes of steel plate, ranging from 0.5” to 2” thick, and up to 99” wide...
Read More »R&M Materials Handling, Inc. and ACCENT Sales and Service Company Inc. Partner to Set Up a New Facility for Dean Machinery Co.
After 46 years in operation as a Caterpillar® sales and repair shop in Kansas City, Missouri, Dean Machinery Co., determined it had outgrown its facility. As a recognized leader in Caterpillar equipment solutions, plans were developed for a larger shop that could satisfy the handling capacities required to service the oversized equipment; mainly heavy excavating units. “As Caterpillar...
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TOP 3 SEAL TROUBLE SIGNS and HOW TO FIX IT
If ignored, broken seals can lead to a loss in production and equipment shut down. For more information on seals and seal repairs, download now.
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TIGRIP - TBL Series Plate Lifting Clamps are Better & Safer by Design
TIGRIP - TBL Series Plate Clamps from Intercon are unique for plate steel handling when it comes to SAFETY. The 1.0 - 3.0 Ton Models incorporate a Safety Lever - Locks OPEN: easy to set over edge of plate material with no “jamming” or teeth chipping, a concern with the spring loaded cam designs of other brands. Locks CLOSED: stops the clamp from “walking” at edge of plate during a...
Read More »MPC 3000 Series Order Picker features sturdy I-beam mast design.
Providing full clearance of forks from load wheel, MPC 3000 Series Order Picker eliminates need of extra clearance between pallets and under conveyors. Featuring heavy gauge steel and chassis, unit reduces truck damage by protecting truck components. Designed with sturdy duplex mast, product is capable of lifting loads up to 14 feet, and features sensors for monitoring steer wheel angle, fork...
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Norheim Hoist meets CMAA Class D Duty of up to 60 Ton Capacity.
Available with capacities ranging up to 160 tons, Norheim Hoist meets requirement of Crane Manufacturers Association of America (CMAA) Spec # 70. With two speed hoists and trolley controls of up to 20 horsepower, utilizing standard magnetic contactor controls, hoist allows lifting speed to increase for loads that weigh up to 30% of the rated load capacity. Unit can be utilized for foot mounted,...
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Hydraulic Laundry Cart Dumper increases safety and efficiency.
Hydraulic laundry cart dumper, by eliminating repetitive, heavy lifting, and time-intensive procedures associated with manual handling of bagged and loose laundry, increases workerÂ- productivity and safety in incoming soil-sort area. Upon pushbutton actuation, dumper automatically lifts loaded laundry cart (1,500 lb max) and turns it upside down for emptying onto sorting table or...
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Vacuum Tube Lifting System features comfort-grip handle.
With ergonomic grip and integrated control lever on handle, Model VT160 enables single operator to lift and lower loads in one smooth motion. Instant attach and release suction makes system suitable for variety of repetitive applications. Optional vacuum pad attachment has foam rubber sealing rings and is suitable for lifting loads up to 175 lb at 18 in. Hg. For added safety, Power Loss Safety...
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Mechanical Gull Wing Vacuum Lifter has telescoping parking stands.
UsingÂ- M250M Mechanical Vacuum Generator with single sling suspension, this below-the-hook lifter with handles horizontal metal sheets and plates from 1/8–½ in. up to 72 x 240 in. with max length and width of 20 x 8 ft (12 x 8 ft with collapsed beam ends). Construction includes all-welded steel frame, adjustable ball swivel mounted vacuum pads and...
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SEALTITE® Fittings and Cord Grips Offer Longer Lasting Protection
Anamet Electrical's 316 Stainless steel SEALTITE® fittings and UL-listed cord grips protect sensitive wiring components from fluids, corrosive contaminations, bumps, and abrasions with a steel core and liquid tight conduit jacket. Check out this video to learn more.
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