We recently were called on to assist a new customer who was desperate to find parts for his 30-ton hoist unit. After discussions with their maintenance department it was clear that this crane was extremely important to the customer’s production (they only had one 30-ton crane), and that the only thing keep them from running […]
Custom Crane Installation – Gorbel Cranes Are Fast!
Recently, Engineered Lifting Systems was contracted to design, provide and install a Gorbel Workstation Crane System. The basis for the system was to furnish a 2,000# capacity runway for two 1,000# Gorbel ergonomic bridge cranes. We took several pictures along the way to help show how the installation progressed. With a survey at the time […]
Barge Transfer System Gets New Controls and Motors
At Engineered Lifting Systems, we handle the requirements of many types of customer needs beyond crane and hoist applications. Applications for conveyors, rock crushers, pumps, and other material handling systems are designed, and modernized. Such was the case with an existing river location using two barge winches to pull a barge into position on the […]
Mondel Thruster Brakes Basic Applications Guide
At Engineered Lifting Systems, we are often asked to provide services and equipment to modernize or develop solutions for existing bridge cranes and hoists. Braking can often be a part of those needs. The Mondel Thruster brake by Magnetek can provide an excellent upgrade or modernization for hoist, trolley or bridge. The Thruster module provides […]