When to Modernize Overhead Crane and Hoist Equipment

Your overhead crane equipment represents a substantial investment for your company, and there’s a lot that goes on in your operation that depends on that equipment. That means your crane equipment needs to be in prime working order all the time to ensure proper operation for optimal productivity and worker safety.

When to replace the crane & hoist equipment:

There are many circumstances where overhead crane modernization is all that’s required to ensure proper operation, boost the performance of equipment and maintain productivity.

• If an individual system on the equipment fails, such as the drive control system.
• If the safety measures such as handrails or walkways are worn out.
• If the equipment is more than 20 years old.
• The equipment has recently required multiple repairs.
• Warranties on any of the major components have expired.
• Multiple injuries have occurred that are related to the equipment’s use.
• Performance records show a decline in productivity related to the equipment.

If any of these conditions exist, replacing the existing crane equipment may be your only course of action. Although replacing the equipment comes at a significant cost compared to modernization, the long-term benefits of ensuring continued productivity and worker safety far outweigh that cost.