THE ESSENTIALS OF DEFYING GRAVITY: Simple Rules for the best outcomes in overhead lifting
Andrew T. Litecky
Welcome to The Hoist Guy's Blog, where our resident hoist guy, Andrew T. Litecky, shares his industry knowledge and experience. Today he’s here to discuss five simple hoist rules that will optimize your overhead lifting for better gravity defying outcomes. Rules for Defying Gravity & Optimizing Overhead Lifting Whether your...
Tags: #PhysicsIsCool, Chain Hoists, Hoist Safety, Hoists, Maintenance
Fixed Ladders Require Inspections per OSHA
Andrew T. Litecky
We were recently called in to inspect the fixed ladders in a manufacturing facility. The owner had been conducting the inspections in-house for several years, and they wanted to know if their work was sufficient to comply with OSHA. Unfortunately, of the 1,000+ ladders in the facility, our technicians found over 600 that did NOT meet the requirements. Had the fixed ladders been subject to a surprise OSHA inspection, they would have incurred significant fines. Or worse, the unsafe conditions could have resulted in a workplace accident.
Tags: ANSI, Maintenance, OSHA, Purchasing Help, Regulations
Protect Your Outdoor Hoist with a Hoist Shelter
Andrew T. Litecky
If you store your hoist outside, you are battling mother nature! A Hoist Shelter is a practical option for outdoor storage. Read more about how to save money and keep your outdoor hoist protected.
Tags: Custom Solutions, Hoists, Maintenance, Purchasing Help
Hoist Breakdown Prevention and Planning
Andrew T. Litecky
Would you be prepared for a hoist breakdown in your production space? Read our post on strategies for prevention and planning for a hoist breakdown.