Fact: Side pulling is one of the most common and most dangerous mistakes made with overhead cranes. Overhead lifting operations are a necessary activity in
Side pulling is also dangerous to the equipment itself. It can damage every aspect of the crane, especially the hoist and trolley. It causes the wire rope
Overhead lifting hence needs to be done with the utmost precision following adequate safety practices. Any malpractice regarding the same will not only lead to
Because the load is applied from the side rather than straight up or down, the wire rope can jump the drum and become tangled around the shaft. The wires can
If we can help with your training needs for qualified or certified operators, whether on mobile or overhead cranes we are here for you. We have both open
Side pulling is written into most operations manuals as a forbidden operational practice because of the inherent danger. In addition to personal injury,
Side pull is prohibited; the load must be directly in line with the mast or boom. 10. Keep cranes, power shovels, telescoping lifting devices, and similar
