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Jul022019

Enclosed Track VS Patented Track

Enclosed Track and Patented Track Comparison Many modern overhead bridge cranes with capacities from 250 pounds to several tons use one of two types of track for hoist trolley-travel: enclosed track or patented track. Enclosed track is a type of rail that is formed into a hollow tube with an opening on the bottom. The... Read Full Article

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Jun032019

GRÚAS AÉREAS: INSPECCIÓN DIARIA Y REQUISITOS DE MANTENIMIENTO

Si usa una grúa viajeraaérea para el manejo de materiales, es importante implementar un programa de mantenimiento preventivo en base a las recomendaciones del fabricante de la grúa. Este programa de mantenimiento debe centrarse en un plan de inspección de seguridad riguroso y efectivo, que se lleve a cabo en forma regular. Si un inspector... Read Full Article

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May092019

Advantages of Spanco Headerless Workstation Material Handling Systems

Spanco Workstation Bridge Cranes and Monorails can be used for a wide range of industrial material handling needs. To provide the best solution for every situation, workstation cranes can be configured to the necessary length, width, height, and capacity for many different jobs. There are also options and components that can be used to customize... Read Full Article

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May062019

OSHA Stand-Down for Safety

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) 2019 National Safety Stand-Down takes place May 6-10. The Safety Stand-Down is a voluntary event for employers and employees to talk directly about safety. Employers can hold Stand-Down events by taking a break in the workday to discuss fall hazards and the importance of fall prevention, as well... Read Full Article

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May032019

Spanco 40th Anniversary

History This year at Spanco, we’re celebrating 40 years in the crane business. In 1979, Richard Uhlig—the son of Lug-All founder George Uhlig—established Spanco in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Here Spanco began manufacturing a small line of Spanco Adjustable Gantry Cranes and Tripod Cranes. Soon the business grew, and we added a line of Spanco Jib Cranes... Read Full Article

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Apr112019

Advantages of Custom Crane Systems Versus Standard One-Size-Fits-All Systems

There are many reasons for purchasing a custom-built crane system instead of a one-size-fits-all system that many companies sell. Here at Spanco, we sell both standard and custom systems, and our custom systems are built to fit the customers exact needs. The lead times may be a little longer, but you can be assured that... Read Full Article

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Mar212019

Wire Rope Sling Inspection

Using wire rope slings is one of the most reliable ways to secure a load to lifting equipment. Wire rope slings are light, strong, and durable, and they can be used in a variety of ways for many different kinds of lifts. Because crane operators rely on wire rope slings for so many lifting operations,... Read Full Article

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Mar142019

Enclosed Track Workstation Bridge Cranes Vs. I-Beam Overhead Traveling Cranes

When most people think of cranes, they think of overhead traveling cranes with an I-beam type girder. While these cranes are certainly common and the right crane for certain applications, for capacities of two tons or less, many crane buyers overlook a better and even less expensive option: enclosed track workstation bridge cranes. Spanco’s Enclosed... Read Full Article

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Feb042019

The Disconnect Between Management and Employees Regarding Safety

Material handling operations can involve potentially hazardous conditions, and they require safety programs to eliminate risk factors. For a safety program to be effective within a facility, employees and managers have to be on the same page regarding safety expectations. Unfortunately, employees and managers don’t always see eye-to-eye, but that isn’t always the sole responsibility... Read Full Article

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Dec282018

How Does Crane Deflection Impact Your Bottom Line?

As a follow up to one of our older posts Understanding Overhead Crane Deflection and Criteria posted on December 23, 2014, I want to talk about why deflection is so important in the jib crane selection process. To recap, crane deflection is the amount of vertical or horizontal displacement of a member or part of... Read Full Article

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