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April 27th, 2023
The New Workmate™ Electric Hoist by Spanco®
Designed with the customers’ needs prioritized, the compact and ergonomic Workmate is constructed with a modular design, higher capacity, lighter weight, and flexibility in mind.
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Understanding Overhead Crane Deflection and Criteria
Overall, deflection is literally defined as “deviation from an allotted course”. It can mean that something is deviated…
Keeping it Grounded: Is Your Crane Safe?
Did you know that you’re required to have a fourth ground bar on your overhead crane system? It’s…
Overhead Cranes for Marine-Duty Locations
For most marine-duty applications, the overhead crane must be equipped to withstand harsh marine conditions in a corrosive…
Crane Operator Conduct and Safety: Administrative Controls and Hand Signals
Conduct of crane operators is outlined by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME B30.17-1992) to promote the…
Spanco Honor Scholarship Winner: Margaret Hartigan
Each year Spanco awards a scholarship through the Material Handling Education Foundation to a rising undergraduate student in…
Providing Fall Protection in Industrial Crane Environments
The crane industry has seen many fatalities due to insufficient fall protection for technicians who need to access…
Protective Coatings and Paint Finishes: What Does Your Application Require?
Steel is one of the most commonly used metals in overhead cranes and material handling systems. That’s because…