Up in the air

Carter discusses how the latest crane technology can help ensure the outcome at what goes up must come down, at the right time and under complete control. A recent analysis by overhead crane manufacturer Konecranes of Occupational Safety and Health Administration which reported crane incidents in th...

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Published in:Engineering and mining journal (1926) 2017-07, Vol.218 (7), p.34
Main Author: Carter, Russell A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Active control
Analysis
Construction accidents & safety
Cranes
Cranes & hoists
Cranes (Hoisting machinery)
Design and construction
Fasteners
Federal agencies
Lift platforms
Load
Maintenance and repair
Methods
Mining
Occupational safety
Repair & maintenance
Strip mining
Workers
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Summary:Carter discusses how the latest crane technology can help ensure the outcome at what goes up must come down, at the right time and under complete control. A recent analysis by overhead crane manufacturer Konecranes of Occupational Safety and Health Administration which reported crane incidents in the United States, involving a study tracking incidents over a 10-year period, showed the average cost to an employer from a major crane-related injury. As a result, Konechranes educates crane buyers about how its proprietary safe technologies address the issue of load swing through its Active Sway Control and Hook Centering to reduce the number of crane-related accidents. The Crane Control System, a user-friendly interface developed by mobile crane manufacturer Manitowoc and incorporating features from different types of cranes by other manufacturers are mentioned.
ISSN:0095-8948