Overhead crane maintenance service

  • Check the wire rope visually kinking, crushing, corrosion, broken wires and broken strands
  • Check visually that the rope lays in the grooves of the drum and in the rope sheaves

  • Check that the hook moves freely in every allowed direction
  • Check the presence of the safety latch and it is functioning
  • Check the free and smooth rotation of the rope sheaves
  • Verify that the upper limit switches operate properly
  • Verify that the lower limit switch operates properly
  • Check the pushbutton controller for cracks or other signs of wear in the housing, and for loose or broken buttons
  • Verify that all pushbuttons and switches correspond to their intended functions and directions
  • Check the operation of emergency button

Do not use the hoist unless it is in proper condition. Contact a competent crane service provide in case of doubts! The usage of a defective hoist can result in serious damages, injuries or death. 

CTECH is able to provide maintenance service for the below overhead crane brand:

overhead crane service log book
Figure i: Example of overhead crane service log book