Hoists & Cranes Blog

Overhead cranes are among the most popular material-moving solutions used by US businesses. Their key benefits include increased worker safety, productivity, and efficiency. Cranes are available to meet various specific load weights ranging from a few hundred pounds...

Overhead cranes are complex machines that require the integration of several systems to lift and move equipment around the workplace. Consequently, these systems require ongoing monitoring and regular maintenance to maximize worker safety and crane performance. As a...

Overhead cranes are used extensively to lift and move heavy loads efficiently and safely around the workspace or facility. These overhead crane systems are essential to improving workflows and productivity while protecting workers and products.   They are...

Knowing when to replace or perform overhead crane upgrades can reduce unexpected downtime and repair costs. This article will discuss the top five reasons for upgrading your overhead crane or components, starting with crane longevity overview.   Overhead Crane...

Because proper overhead crane training benefits the operator, coworkers, and company productivity, its importance cannot be overstated. In addition to learning how to lift and move different load types correctly, overhead crane training also instructs operators and...

Are you looking for replacement overhead crane parts but don’t know where to start?   Let Hi-Speed walk you through the inspection and replacement process.   Overhead cranes are available in a broad range of configurations that include:   Single Girder...

For many small companies and hobbyists, a DIY overhead crane solution can appear to be an intelligent decision. By utilizing a few readily available components, such as wood or steel beams, a hoist, and some connection and reinforcement plates, a DIY crane could add...

  To perform a safe and successful lift, the crane operator and rigger(s) must consider the crane, environmental conditions, load, sling and hitch, and the desired operation. Since unbalanced loads, exceeding the crane’s capacity, or using a defective sling can...

It's no secret that any operating overhead crane's reliability, safety, and longevity are contingent upon and directly related to regular inspections and proper maintenance. And while reliability and longevity might sound like abstract terms, both have real-world...

A hoist is an overhead lifting device that uses pulleys and either wire rope or chain to lift the load or move it horizontally. Hoists work by transferring the load from the hook to the traveling beam of the crane, allowing them to move heavy items around the work...